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Sewell Wallis are working with a Doncaster based company who are a market leader in their field, as they look to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a temp to perm basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive finance team, working in a varied but demanding role which will play a key part in supporting the growth agenda for the business sector and supporting new projects. What will you be doing? Accurate reporting of customer financials on a weekly and monthly basis. Monthly/weekly invoicing on a timely basis, ensuring any queries are dealt with promptly. Compiling weekly and monthly journals, ensuring accuracy and required detail present. Show full understanding of double entry accounting. Show awareness of relevant Finance policies and ensure they are being followed. Ability to challenge relevant Managers/teams on accuracy and timeliness of information. Regular review of reporting mechanisms used within Finance and provide suggestions/improvements to FM. Show full knowledge and understanding of GL coding and reporting requirements. Ability to manage workload in order to support other team members as and when required. Willingness to learn and support different areas of the Finance team as and when required. Be able to call out relevant and value add information for weekly reporting. Contribute to continuous improvement projects within Finance. Take a proactive and problem-solving approach, ensuring relevant information is provided to Finance and Operations teams. Show detailed understanding of Cost drivers. Support FM with any additional customer requirements. Provide detailed information on all balance sheet entries, ensuring accuracy and ongoing management of accruals and prepayments. Support FM with forecasting and Budgets both internal and external. Provide in depth analysis and insight. Keen collaborator and team player who can also work independently. What skills are we looking for? Ability to build relationships at all levels. Be proactive, inquisitive with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance. A keen eye for detail and financial controls. Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards. Must be flexible and respond positively and accurately to internal and external customer requests. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 4 days from home! Study Support. 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Employee benefits discount platform. Healthcare cash plan. Well-being and benefits portal. Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Head of Procurement, Business Support & Commercial Management Hackney Council Property Services Climate, Homes & Economy Directorate Salary: £76872 - £78090 Goodman Masson is proud to partner with Hackney Council to recruit a Head of Procurement, Business Support & Commercial Management a senior leadership role at the heart of Property Services. This post oversees procurement strategy, commercial governance, contract management, business support functions and financial oversight across a large and complex housing and property portfolio. You will lead a team of 19 specialists spanning procurement, commercial management, business support, programme monitoring, commercial compliance, surveying and cost control. Your remit includes shaping procurement strategy, ensuring compliance with public procurement law, overseeing all Gateway processes, maintaining strong commercial controls, and ensuring contracts deliver value, quality and performance. You will also ensure robust monitoring systems are in place, manage performance across planned and reactive works contracts, and maintain a central register of key commercial information. The role provides strategic advice to senior leaders, supports major procurement activity across the directorate, and ensures all operational teams meet contract conditions, pricing standards, and financial regulations. Working as part of the senior management team, you will drive improvements in service delivery, champion effective contract administration, and support the development of consistent, transparent and well-governed procurement practice. We are seeking an experienced leader with: • Significant senior-level experience in public sector procurement, contract management or commercial services • A procurement qualification (MCIPS or equivalent experience) • Strong understanding of UK procurement law, including the Procurement Act 2023 • Experience in housing, construction or property services environments • Expertise in financial management of building contracts and commercial negotiation • Knowledge of JCT, NEC and construction delivery models • Experience using frameworks and delivering major capital, planned or compliance programmes • Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and embed a performance-driven culture • Excellent stakeholder, analytical and communication skills • Commitment to equality, learning, and high-quality customer service This is a key opportunity to influence procurement strategy and commercial governance across a major London borough, helping deliver safe, sustainable and cost-effective homes and services for Hackney residents. For further information or to apply, please contact (url removed)

Senior 400kV Cable Design Engineer Oldham/Hybrid 75,000 - 90,000 plus car allowance plus benefits Job Ref: (phone number removed) About us: We are a specialist engineering and delivery contractor renowned for our niche expertise in the design, installation, and commissioning of high-voltage electrical transmission systems across the UK. Based out of our Oldham operations centre, we pride ourselves on delivering bespoke, complex infrastructure projects with precision and technical excellence. You are: A highly skilled and experienced Senior 132kV, 275kV and 400kV Cable Design Engineer to provide technical leadership and expertise in the design and delivery of complex high-voltage cable systems (132kV to 400kV). Based in our Oldham office (or remote with travel to Oldham), you will play a critical role in ensuring project designs are safe, compliant, cost-effective, and meet all client and regulatory requirements. This role involves end-to-end design responsibility, from feasibility studies to construction support and final documentation. Key Responsibilities Design & Analysis: Deliver comprehensive cable system designs for transmission networks up to 400kV, adhering to UK and international standards (BS EN, IEC, CIGRE). Route Assessment: Conduct detailed route selection studies and site visits to assess installation environments and constraints, collaborating with civil, electrical, and geotechnical teams for integrated solutions. Calculations & Modelling: Perform detailed analyses including thermal ratings (ampacity), short circuit ratings, and mechanical stress assessments using industry-standard software like CYMCAP. Documentation: Prepare, review, and approve technical specifications, design reports, drawings, and construction documentation. Collaboration & Support: Liaise with project managers, DNOs (Distribution Network Operators), TOs (Transmission Operators), EPC contractors, and equipment manufacturers to ensure seamless project delivery. Quality & Compliance: Ensure all designs comply with safety, environmental, and quality regulations, including CDM Regulations and other statutory requirements. Technical Leadership: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support to junior engineers and cross-functional teams. Risk Management: Identify technical risks early and implement effective mitigation plans. Required Qualifications & Skills Education: A Bachelor's degree (BEng) in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline is essential; a Master's degree (MEng) is desirable. Experience: Extensive experience in the design of HV/EHV cable systems (specifically 132kV to 400kV) within the UK transmission & distribution sector. Professional Registration: Attained or working towards Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution (e.g., IET) is preferred. Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of cable system electrical and installation design principles, with hands-on experience using design and analysis software such as CYMCAP, AutoCAD, or MicroStation, Crater, Etap, Cableizer Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of relevant UK and international standards, including BS EN and IEC specifications. Formal training in CDM 2015, Construction Safety, and Impressed Voltages Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to various stakeholders. Location: Ideally located within a commutable distance of Oldham, or willing to relocate. A full UK driving licence may be required for site visits. Would suit a M&E Project Manager, Project Engineer, Project Supervisor, Protection & Control Engineer, HV Systems Engineer To apply, please contact Gareth Bone We also have have roles available for professional Groundworkers, Electricians, Fitters, Wirepeople, Supervisors, Machine Drivers, Authorised Persons, Competent Persons, Site Engineers, Site Managers, Site Agents, Project Managers, Commissioning Engineers, Senior Authorised Persons, Operations Managers, Maintenance Engineers, Commercial, Estimators, HSQE and many more Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.

Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager, Data Centre - Prince 2 Contract: 6 Months Location: Remote and Slough Rate: £500 per day - Inside IR35 One of the UK's fastest growing data centre providers which owns, designs, builds and operates the country's most efficient and flexible data centres is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager is to take full ownership and responsibility of all elements of customer demand project management process, from inception through to implementation, delivery and final sign off. Working with the PMO manager, all customer demands are required to be driven through and in accordance with Company project management process, to agreed timescales, budgeted costs and the required quality levels. Health and Safety is regarded as the top priority and should not be compromised with a focus given to driving continual improvement in this area. Main Tasks & Responsibilities Project Manager - Mechanical & Electrical - Data Centre - Health & Safety Act as the Project Manager for customer demands, working across the portfolio of Data Centre projects. Works will include the following: • Management of Health and Safety of the works across all Data Centre projects • Ensuring that the project scope is clearly defined, capturing the objectives and project brief, minimising variations, scope creep and cost increases • Co-ordination of works to ensure timely delivery of the project including liaison with the construction team, contractors, external resources and the site FM team • Preparation, submission and tracking of all necessary change controls • Responsible for ensuring completion of final commissioning with support from specialist teams (external or internal) prior to handover to Operations Team • Preparation of snagging lists and management of closing out of items • Formal handover to Operations team at project completion • Providing Project Management support on any additional works carried out on other sites where necessary • Management of project costs in line with approved business case • Regular reporting on progress of project to the Programme Manager • Management of external consultants and third party supply partners required to deliver the project • Liaison with and progress reporting to Customers and the Programme Manager • Obtaining quotes from 3rd parties and raising internal Purchase Requisition • Liaising with the Technical Account Management Team for initial development of Customer related demands. • Providing Costs to the Technical Account Management Team from vendors, to allow them to produce Customer Specific Quotes for Customer Demands. • Any other reasonable requests made by your line manager Essential Skills & Experience Project Manager - Mechanical & Electrical - Data Centre - Health & Safety Previous experience working within a critical environment is essential, with Data Centre specific experience being an advantage. The successful applicant will have substantial Project Management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. • PRINCE2, APM or other Project Management certification preferred • Proven Project Management skills in a technical/construction environment • Demonstrable experience in managing budgets and financial tracking • Demonstrable experience in delivering projects to client satisfaction • Good working knowledge of MS Office and MS Project • Able to understand, manage and track project schedules • Demonstrable change management skills • Past experience in a technical trade qualification in engineering (critical environments or other sector) would be an advantage • Skilled in the identification, analysis and management of project risks • Able to effectively manage project issues to successful closure • Experienced in delivering to set project quality criteria • A competent manager of virtual teams (internal and external) in a matrix managed environment • Works well as an individual and within a team • Demonstrates a high level of integrity with an approachable demeanour • Shows assertiveness in managing conflict and is able to find inventive solutions that lead to mutually beneficial outcomes • Able to recognise constraints on stakeholders and use own initiative to proactively develop solutions • Identifies areas for improvement and acts upon them • Anticipates internal and external issues that may impact on the project • Ability to lead through influence and empower stakeholders to make challenging decisions • Promotes a culture of continuous improvement, willing to demonstrate adaptability when change is necessary and able to actively involve those affected by change • Confidently facilitates meetings to encourage input from all participants to ensure all viewpoints are aired and considered • Strong negotiation skills and confident in challenging stakeholders to resolve conflicting priorities to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes • Identifies and breaks down barriers to success while considering longer-term implications of decisions made • Adheres to the escalation process, highlighting early warnings to senior management whilst also maintaining personal accountability • Keen to contribute to developing best practices within the Project Management team Key Words: Project Manager, M&E, Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Data Centre, Datacentre, Customer Demand, Prince, APM, Health & Safety, Customer focussed

Senior Quantity Surveyor, West / Central London Up to 80,000 plus benefits This leading interiors specialist sub-contractor working in London, offering the complete design, supply and installation of integrated partitions and ceilings are looking to expand their commercial team, with an Intermediate level Quantity Surveyor to work as a Project QS. This role is based out of the office with frequent trips to London, where you will be involved in multiple projects valued from 5m up to 14 million, including commercial and office fit outs for the leading fitout main contractors, focusing on partitions and ceilings and associated packages Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your role will be to assist the project team with commercial functions on a number of current prestigious projects. Duties will include: assisting in all aspects of the financial control of the project valuations measurements cost reports attending meetings ensuring that adequate cost monitoring and management is undertaken co-ordinate and agree the production of final accounts with various parties ensure that project approvals and completions can be obtained at the required times Required Attributes and Experience The ideal Quantity Surveyor will have gained practical experience within a suitable specialist sub-contractor and preferably with experience of partitions and ceiling sub contract packages. Quantity Surveyors who have worked with main contractors or other specialist sub-contractors will be considered if they are an adapt and capable Quantity Surveyor keen to gain experience in a new discipline or working with a specialist sub-contractor on large build projects. You will have a focused attitude, and excellent communication skills and must be able to work as part of a team and possess a high level of motivation. Ideally you will also have an HND or equivalent qualification. The salary will be dependant on level of exposure to industry and can go beyond the stated level above for first class individuals. Bonus and additional benefits also make up the package. The group are a recognised performer in industry within the sector in which they operate.

FinOps Specialist - Infrastructure Services 1-2 Days Onsite Central London 6-Month Contract 600- 650 Inside IR35 A major organisation in the banking/financial sector is looking for a FinOps specialist to design and deliver a streamlined financial operations model across cloud and on-prem infrastructure services. This role requires someone who can bring automation, clarity, and proper cost control into how teams consume technology. You must already hold active SC Clearance to be considered. What you'll be doing: Designing a practical FinOps operating model that enhances transparency and cost accountability. Building and maintaining a service catalogue covering Azure, VMware, and on-prem infrastructure services. Creating automated workflows for service selection, consumption tracking, costing, and internal billing. Working with architects and finance teams to define accurate cost models and chargeback/showback processes. Partnering with technical, finance, and ops teams to ensure strong governance and alignment. Continuously improving cost models, usage insights, and automation. What you'll need: Active SC Clearance (mandatory - required from day one). Proven experience in FinOps, financial governance, or cost management within public sector and/or financial services settings. Strong understanding of Azure and traditional infrastructure technologies. Background in service catalogue design, automation, and cost modelling. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. Nice to have: Familiarity with ITIL or cloud governance frameworks. Experience with tools like Azure Cost Management or CloudHealth. Understanding of ERP or financial reporting system integrations.

Job Title - Head of Legal Aid and Billing Contract - Permanent Hours - Part Time, 21 hours per week ( 0.6 FTE) with some flexibility around working hours Salary Range - £28,800 to £34,800 per annum (£48,000 to £58,000 FTE) Location - London office - Coram Campus, 41 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ About Coram Coram is the UK s oldest children s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive. One of the nine members of the Coram group, Coram Children s Legal Centre (CCLC) is the UK s specialist centre for children s rights in education, immigration, community care and family law, and provides significant international legal systems consultancy. The centre is located on the Coram Campus in central London with a base in Colchester. We champion access to justice through information and advice, legal practice and representation, policy and strategic litigation. Our Legal Practice Unit provides advice and representation primarily under legal aid contract. Our Policy and Practice Change team promotes practice change through training and capacity building to professionals and secures systems change through research, policy and advocacy. About the role This role will provide leadership and management for CCLC particularly focused on the Legal Practice Unit s legal aid billing operations. Through systematic and efficient management, the post-holder will play a pivotal role in CCLC s financial and operational sustainability. The role will be accountable for maximising the unit s legal aid billing in controlled work, certificated work and inter partes costs and will hold responsibility for the unit s billing systems. It will also be responsible for private fees billing. The post-holder will oversee the smooth running of legal aid billing including through line management of the billing team. The post-holder will work very closely with legal, operations and administrative staff. The role will act as a key point of contact for a range of internal and external stakeholders including Coram s central finance team who will support the role with grant fund management and overall accounting functions for CCLC. The post-holder will support the Managing Director of Legal Practice and Children s Rights and department heads in the successful maintenance of our relationship with the Legal Aid Agency. Where appropriate they will be deputising for the Managing Director on legal aid and financial matters. The role would suit a highly organised and efficient legal, or a finance or billing professional with solid experience of legal practice and a deep understanding of the challenges of legal aid. Whilst candidates with direct experience of legal billing (and more specifically civil legal aid billing) are welcomed, we recognise that this is a highly specialised and niche field. As such, this role could suit a highly experienced solicitor who appreciates the important role developing sustainable businesses plays in ensuring access to justice and who therefore wishes to move into practice and financial management. They will need an aptitude for processing large amounts of data, developing and managing spreadsheets and improving organisational systems. However, they will be well supported through training, an enthusiastic and competent junior billing team, the central finance team and an outsourced legal cashiering company, as well as a friendly and collaborative management team including the Managing Director and the Heads of Education Law, Community Care Law and Immigration and Asylum Law. This is a largely office-based role in order to fully provide support to the billing team. However, some remote / hybrid working may be possible depending the experience of the candidate after the initial settling in period and there will be flexibility over how the three days will be spread across the week (within working hours). The team are mostly based in the London office and with one billing team member in Colchester so the post holder may require some occasional travel. For further information on CCLC please visit our website. To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application. Closing date: Monday 5th January 2026 at 5pm Test and Interview date: Week commencing Monday 12th January 2026 Coram (entity) is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applicants from Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds to join our teams. Whilst we have a diverse team we recognise we are a predominantly white workforce and are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from diverse communities in order to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No. 312278.

Framework Lead We're looking for maternity cover for our Framework Manager to join us on our Southern Water contract . This position is within a commutable distance to Falmer, enabling you to lead on the mobilisation and ongoing operations of the contract. Location : Falmer, East Sussex Contract : Fixed Term, Full Time - flexible and part time hours may be available if desired, just let us know. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. What will you be responsible for? As the Framework Manager, you'll provide strategic framework management for this circa £1bn contract. Your oversight of the design and build activities across the portfolio of non-infrastructure, water and wastewater projects. The area is covering the counties of Kent, Sussex and Hampshire, including the Isle of Wight. Your day to day will include: Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with the client to ensure their needs are met, whilst developing and leading the project teams to deliver successful projects, enhancing the client and Kier values. Financial monitoring and control of the design and build contracts, ensuring Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality compliance are in accordance with Kier's Operating Framework, Project Lifecycle Management, and IMS. Ensuring projects are programmed in P6 to a level of detail necessary for operational teams to deliver the projects and that the programmes are contractually compliant. Identify opportunities to improve contractual processes and devise plans to implement these changes. Ensuring and overseeing the production of progress reports, updated costs and forecasts and ensuring correct commercial engagement of subcontractors. What are we looking for? This role is great for you if: You're a senior specialist who has proven experience in a similar role within the utilities, infrastructure or built environment sectors. A senior manager who has a full understanding of health and safety legislation, including HSWA and CDM Regulations. You have excellent NEC3/NEC4 contractual and commercial awareness. You hold a degree relating to the industry and a chartered status or appropriate professional qualification. We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to

Seeking a Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an independent construction consultancy. Hays Property and Surveying are seeking a Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an independent construction consultancy based in Guildford. The company is a dynamic and forward-thinking independent construction consultancy. They hold a strong reputation for providing high-quality Cost Management, Project Management and Building Surveying services - delivering exceptional results for their clients. As the business looks to the future, with consideration of its immediate needs and succession, their Cost Management department is now looking to appoint a talented Surveyor or Senior level Quantity Surveyor to complement and add value to the existing team. The role will be based in their Guildford office, with time spent on site on projects and an opportunity to work from home on occasion. Your new role As a Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with a significant portfolio of clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. The projects will cover a range of sectors, but will have an initial focus on heritage and grade-listed buildings, working predominantly across the South East. The role is a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to work for a driven and exciting independently owned business, and be involved in a variety of projects and clients. Key Responsibilities - Providing comprehensive quantity surveying services on a range of projects, from initial feasibility studies right through to final account agreement. Managing all aspects of cost planning, cost control, and value engineering to ensure projects are delivered within budget and maximise value for our clients. Preparing tender documents, bills of quantities, and contract documentation. Leading on contract administration, change control, and managing claims and variations. Conducting regular site visits and attending project meetings to monitor progress, value completed work and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Building and nurturing positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to drive collaborative project delivery. What you'll need to succeed MRICS qualified, or progressing towards.Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager working within a construction consultancy / surveying practice. In-depth knowledge of cost management, commercial management, procurement and contract administration.Experience of working within the heritage sector or within grade-listed buildings is desirable.Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Proficient knowledge of a range of building contracts including JCT & NEC. What you need to do now For more information regarding this, or any other opportunity, please contact our Southampton-based Property and Surveying specialist Jamie Poll on . #

Play a pivotal leadership role as CFO at Victim Support Shape the charity's future during an exciting time of growth and transformation About Our Client Victim Support is an independent charity. They are dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales, and put them at the heart of their organisation. Their support and campaigns are informed and shaped by these people and their experiences. They provide specialist services to help people manage after crime and to empower them to ensure their voices are heard individually and collectively at a local and national level. Job Description As CFO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Victim Support's future. Reporting to the CEO and leading a team of around 15, you will ensure the charity's financial sustainability and provide expert leadership across all areas of finance. You will: Provide strategic financial leadership to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to support growth and long-term sustainability Oversee financial controls, audits, statutory reporting and governance frameworks Develop and motivate the finance team to deliver high-quality accounting, analysis, procurement and property management Ensure strong financial input into tenders, grants and new ventures, including cost and profitability analysis Following probation, lead the organisation's approach to risk management The Successful Applicant A proven track record of success in a senior finance role (in the charity, social enterprise or private sector), leading teams in complex organisations with annual income above £20m Experience in an executive team setting is essential Experience of providing financial leadership and advice in a commercial and competitive setting, including: Evaluating and developing new commercial service propositions Contract analysis and reporting in a service delivery context Strong emotional intelligence skills with a proven ability to motivate and lead a team to transform and deliver in a challenging environment Experience of implementing and exploiting digital / technology to deliver the finance function What's on Offer This post in a remote / hybrid position. The successful candidate will be based from home, but will be expected to work regularly with VS staff from locations in London and the Midlands as well as regular travel across England and Wales with occasional overnight stays. Applicants should be able to comfortably travel to London and back within a day. Salary: £115,000-£120,000 per annum. Contact Rochelle George Quote job ref JN-156Z Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Your new company You will be joining an established and well-respected civil engineering contractor based in the Birmingham area. This multi-accredited contractor is renowned for delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions across some of the most demanding industrial environments and offers a strong pipeline of work as well as excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic organisation delivering high-value and impactful projects. Your new role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of projects from inception to completion. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing and managing detailed cost estimates, budgets and financial reports Overseeing procurement strategies and preparing tender and contract documentation Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive terms Monitoring project progress and ensuring financial targets are met Managing risk, value engineering and cost control throughout the project lifecycle Leading and mentoring junior quantity surveyors within the team. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will need: Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent Minimum 5 years' experience in quantity surveying within civil engineering Sound working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4 forms of contract (ideally Options A and C) Experience in compensation events and reporting Strong analytical, negotiation and interpersonal skills Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Starting salary up to £75,000 per annum Company car or car allowance Holiday entitlement Company pension Fuel card Life assurance Private medical insurance Flexible working Structured career development and mentorship Opportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Opportunity to grow and advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Oracle Fusion Cloud Planning and RAIDS Manager to work 50% on-site in either London or Bristol for a contract lasting until the end of March 2026 (but extensions are likely). Job Description The programme planner will work with the central programme delivery team to develop and build workstream specific programme plan in full alignment with the overall integrated programme plan The role will involve working with the workstream programme directors to establish, maintain and actively use workstream plans to manage and control workstream and overall programme delivery. This will include documenting key milestones, programme and workstream dependencies, assumptions and constraints and produce all reference documentation. The role will produce weekly progress against the plan for their respective workstreams and report to the central planning team on deviations and their impact The role will work on RAIDS with respective RAIDS managers and ensure that risks and dependencies are managed from delivery schedule angle and pro-actively highlight schedule variances The role will produce change impact assessment from schedule and plan perspective as part of regular change control process The role will develop, maintain, and manage plan on a page as well as detailed MSP plan and ensure alignment of planning elements within JIRA and MSP plans The role will ensure that all planning confirms the overall objectives, scope, high level deliverables/product (including acceptance criteria) and stage gate exit criteria for the programme and workstreams The role will ensure that there is a consistent use of forecasting and estimating methodologies that ensure high degree of accuracy and enables the programme office to analyse, track and report actual delivery against time, cost, and quality metrics. This will support the continuous improvement of planning methodologies tools and support to the programme and workstream teams Skills and Experience Delivery credibility: Ability to demonstrate detailed structured planning capability with light touch guidance from the portfolio programme delivery management Stakeholder leadership & influencing: Strong interpersonal skills, awareness and discipline to be able to understand and operate in a complex and ambiguous stakeholder environment, working with disparate and diverse teams convincing them of individual value addition to their work Specialist Knowledge: Significant knowledge and experience in programme planning to identify work packages and detail the same within a complex and large Oracle Fusion Cloud end-to-end implementation programme Fusion Cloud Implementation Methodology: Sound understanding of Oracle Fusion Cloud implementation methodologies and phase wise delivery steps with the ability to understand cross workstream dependencies Planning Tools: Highly proficient in developing MSP plans of significant complexity from a zero base without extensive handholding. Proficient user of JIRA to ensure JIRA structures are aligned to the overall programme MSP plan and delivery responsibilities. Demonstratable ability to keep JIRA and MSP plans always aligned within the agreed time bucket of one to two weeks Accountability and Reporting The role reports to the central programme management lead with a dotted line responsibility to the respective workstream programme director If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).

About the RoleWe are seeking a Databricks Data Engineer with strong expertise in designing and optimising large-scale data engineering solutions within the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. This role is ideal for someone passionate about building high-performance data pipelines and ensuring robust data governance across modern cloud environments. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Databricks Notebooks, Jobs, and Workflows for both batch and streaming data. Optimise Spark and Delta Lake performance through efficient cluster configuration, adaptive query execution, and caching strategies. Conduct performance testing and cluster tuning to ensure cost-efficient, high-performing workloads. Implement data quality, lineage tracking, and access control policies aligned with Databricks Unity Catalogue and governance best practices. Develop PySpark applications for ETL, data transformation, and analytics, following modular and reusable design principles. Create and manage Delta Lake tables with ACID compliance, schema evolution, and time travel for versioned data management. Integrate Databricks solutions with Azure services such as Azure Data Lake Storage, Key Vault, and Azure Functions. What We're Looking For Proven experience with Databricks, PySpark, and Delta Lake. Strong understanding of workflow orchestration, performance optimisation, and data governance. Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality solutions. SC Cleared candidates If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Our Environmental Specialist client is seeking a Commercial Manager to join their Barton-under Needwood (Staffordshire) team working on river restoration and erosion control projects on a permanent basis. Following a period of growth our client is seeking an Estimator to support commercial and operational activities and drive standards for environmentally focused business - projects include erosion control, dredging, river restoration and wetland habitat management. The Estimator shall be a key component of a work winning strategy and the within the wider business structure. The estimating function will ensure our client are using best practice and risk management techniques within their pricing strategy and provide wider team with the experience and expertise required in order to continue to improve commercial performance. Responsibilities Analyse client Bills of quantities where provided and check measures. Where no Bill of Quantities is present, produce "take off" documents, measuring from first principles in order to quantify all project costs and deliverables. Be on the front foot in identifying continual improvement to the delivery of all of commercial and operational functions. Use your experience and knowledge of the construction industry and construction techniques to carry out effective research on material and plant costs. Establish and maintain long lasting connections with sub-contractors, vendors and inter-company businesses. Ensure expedience when obtaining quotations from suppliers and contractors, ensuring best practice is employed and market research is conducted to drive best value. Assist both the commercial and operational teams in risk identification during tender / pricing stages of a project. Profile out said risks and ensure that the best interests of the business are protected at all times during risk analysis. Work with the business support and tender team to produce estimates and tender returns. Working with the Operations Manager and Delivery Managers to produce project cost plans prior to commencement, ensuring budgets to build are clear. Monitor cost plans throughout project delivery. Engage with clients, offering support as required, to enhance client reputation and standing and to ultimately seek and realise opportunities for growth of portfolio and delivery of projects. Maintain constant communication with managers, staff, and vendors to ensure proper operations of the company Manage the opportunity to upsell the business, whether that be through use of our own materials or spotting a gap with a client Increase the efficiency of existing processes and procedures. Paying particular note to inefficient / outdated processes. An understanding of how we measure commercial success as a business, i.e. parent company targets Visit sites during tender stages to gauge project risks, constraints and any relevant information to the successful estimating of the project. Form strong, long lasting relationships with key supply chain partners and stakeholders. Attend client meetings pre, during and post construction as required. Skills/experience/qualifications A minimum of 5 years' experience working in a contracting and estimating function within the construction industry, civil engineering or landscaping industries". A relevant construction related qualification to HNC/HND level desirable. Demonstratable experience in estimating and tendering. Numeracy Attention to detail A methodical approach to work Commercial awareness Teamworking, relationship-building and influencing skills Negotiation Communication Organisation and time management Problem solving. Benefits Salary circa 65k (open discussion based on interview/experience) 31 days all in leave 5% pension contribution Salary sacrifice options (owned by larger group of companies) 40 hour working week 3 days in base office with flexible working discussed

Project Manager - Data Centre, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering - Prince 2 Contract: 6 Months Location: Stockley Park/Slough and Remote Rate: £500 per day - Inside IR35 One of the UK's fastest growing data centre providers which owns, designs, builds and operates the country's most efficient and flexible data centres is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Project Manager is to take full ownership and responsibility of all elements of customer demand project management process, from inception through to implementation, delivery and final sign off. Working with the PMO manager, all customer demands are required to be driven through and in accordance with Company project management process, to agreed timescales, budgeted costs and the required quality levels. Health and Safety is regarded as the top priority and should not be compromised with a focus given to driving continual improvement in this area. Main Tasks & Responsibilities Project Manager - Mechanical & Electrical - Data Centre - Health & Safety Act as the Project Manager for customer demands, working across the portfolio of Data Centre projects. Works will include the following: • Management of Health and Safety of the works across all Data Centre projects • Ensuring that the project scope is clearly defined, capturing the objectives and project brief, minimising variations, scope creep and cost increases • Co-ordination of works to ensure timely delivery of the project including liaison with the construction team, contractors, external resources and the site FM team • Preparation, submission and tracking of all necessary change controls • Responsible for ensuring completion of final commissioning with support from specialist teams (external or internal) prior to handover to Operations Team • Preparation of snagging lists and management of closing out of items • Formal handover to Operations team at project completion • Providing Project Management support on any additional works carried out on other sites where necessary • Management of project costs in line with approved business case • Regular reporting on progress of project to the Programme Manager • Management of external consultants and third party supply partners required to deliver the project • Liaison with and progress reporting to Customers and the Programme Manager • Obtaining quotes from 3rd parties and raising internal Purchase Requisition • Liaising with the Technical Account Management Team for initial development of Customer related demands. • Providing Costs to the Technical Account Management Team from vendors, to allow them to produce Customer Specific Quotes for Customer Demands. • Any other reasonable requests made by your line manager Essential Skills & Experience Project Manager - Mechanical & Electrical - Data Centre - Health & Safety Previous experience working within a critical environment is essential, with Data Centre specific experience being an advantage. The successful applicant will have substantial Project Management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. • PRINCE2, APM or other Project Management certification preferred • Proven Project Management skills in a technical/construction environment • Demonstrable experience in managing budgets and financial tracking • Demonstrable experience in delivering projects to client satisfaction • Good working knowledge of MS Office and MS Project • Able to understand, manage and track project schedules • Demonstrable change management skills • Past experience in a technical trade qualification in engineering (critical environments or other sector) would be an advantage • Skilled in the identification, analysis and management of project risks • Able to effectively manage project issues to successful closure • Experienced in delivering to set project quality criteria • A competent manager of virtual teams (internal and external) in a matrix managed environment • Works well as an individual and within a team • Demonstrates a high level of integrity with an approachable demeanour • Shows assertiveness in managing conflict and is able to find inventive solutions that lead to mutually beneficial outcomes • Able to recognise constraints on stakeholders and use own initiative to proactively develop solutions • Identifies areas for improvement and acts upon them • Anticipates internal and external issues that may impact on the project • Ability to lead through influence and empower stakeholders to make challenging decisions • Promotes a culture of continuous improvement, willing to demonstrate adaptability when change is necessary and able to actively involve those affected by change • Confidently facilitates meetings to encourage input from all participants to ensure all viewpoints are aired and considered • Strong negotiation skills and confident in challenging stakeholders to resolve conflicting priorities to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes • Identifies and breaks down barriers to success while considering longer-term implications of decisions made • Adheres to the escalation process, highlighting early warnings to senior management whilst also maintaining personal accountability • Keen to contribute to developing best practices within the Project Management team Key Words: Project Manager, M&E, Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, Data Centre, Datacentre, Customer Demand, Prince, APM, Health & Safety, Customer focussed

Senior Project Manager (Engineering projects in Defence) NCC Bristolbased with Hybrid working(2-3 days on site) Salary:£46,355 to £58,038 per annum plus 12.5% employer pension & private medical insurance. Security Clearance Required:You will be required to undertake government security clearance if successful securing this role. Advert end date:18thDecember 2025 we reserve the right to withdraw the advert early if required. Summary As demand grows, we are expanding our Defence team to focus to include another Project Manager supporting technology innovation within the defence industry. Youll manage complex innovation projects to delivery on time, on cost and on vision. If you enjoy steering complex engineering & technology programmes, influencing senior stakeholders, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of UK defence innovation. NCC is accelerating the adoption of advanced materials, digital engineering and process innovation. Located at the heart of the UKs largest defence cluster, we work with MOD, prime contractors and SMEs to turn cutting-edge research into deployable capability at pace. Reporting to the Technology Programme Manager Defence, youll lead a range of small to medium sized projects, with varying complexity, focused on Engineering Technology (not IT) innovation within Aerospace, Submarine and other defence applications. Specifically you'll focus on the following activities: Own delivery control scope, schedule, cost and risk across the full six-phase lifecycle from initiation to closure using NCCs project management framework. Plan with rigour convert technical statements of work into credible resource-loaded schedules, align internal specialists and external partners, and maintain live plans for both active and pipeline projects. Lead the team give every team member clarity on tasks and booking codes, track effort in real time, and foster a culture where knowledge-sharing and proactive risk management thrive. Be the customers go-to run structured reviews, provide transparent progress reports and build long-term relationships based on delivery excellence. Generate tomorrows work gather market and programme intelligence, spot adjacent opportunities, brief internal stakeholders on emerging needs, and feed accurate data into our CRM so that pursuit strategies are evidence-led. Stay close to the action conduct site visits to customer facilities and supplier premises (around 10% travel) to validate progress, resolve issues and unearth new collaboration avenues. Add technical value while this is a delivery role, a sound engineering or technical background will enable you to challenge assumptions, problem-solve in design reviews and translate customer aspirations into workable plans. What are we looking for in your application? Specific experience we will look for in your CV would include: Proven track record working as a project manager. Experience support innovation in R&D, or digital engineering projects. Experience managing stakeholders at senior manager level and above. Ability and willingness to undergo government security clearance. Familiarity with gated life-cycle governance and risk and opportunity management. Evidence of identifying and helping secure follow-on work, authoring winning bids and proposals. Experience using the following to support your projects: Enterprise Resource Planning and Project Lifecycle Management systems and a modern Customer Relationship Management platform. Desirable would be any of the following, but please apply if you have the core experience in the bullet points above. Exposure to advanced materials, aerospace technologies and/or digital engineering would be great. What we do We help manufacturers take on bigger challenges - whether thats building cleaner aircraft, scaling up offshore wind, or strengthening the UKs supply chains. Were here to deliver practical outcomes, not prototypes that sit on shelves. Who we work with We work across 16 sectors, from defence and energy to infrastructure and space. Some projects are with global tier 1s, others with small UK firms solving one specific problem - the works always varied, and always real. What its like here Were not a startup. Were not a corporate. Were a national centre with the kit, time and people to do the job properly. The teams are focused, the thinking is sharp, and youll be trusted to get on with it. Why this job matters This role isnt just internal support - its part of how we deliver nationally important work. If we do our job right, the UKs manufacturers can do theirs better. What do we offer in return? Hybrid and flexible working patterns as standard, annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, honorary staff status at the University of Bristol. With a genuine focus on wellbeing, EDI and learning and development this is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future. JBRP1_UKTJ

Project Manager (Refurbishment, Retrofit & Replacement Projects) Your new company Join a leading force in façade access solutions, renowned for delivering complex refurbishment, retrofit, and replacement projects across London. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and client satisfaction, this organisation is expanding its specialist team and seeking a dynamic Project Manager to lead high-impact projects from concept to completion. If you're passionate about safety, precision, and client-centric delivery, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a thriving sector. Your new role As Project Manager, you'll take ownership of multiple façade access projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You'll lead every phase-from planning and procurement to on-site execution and final reporting-while acting as the key interface between clients, site teams, and internal departments. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining project schedules and Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) Managing procurement of materials, tools, and subcontractors Leading daily site visits, activity briefings, and audits Driving cost control, budget forecasting, and commercial alignment Ensuring contractual compliance and identifying variation opportunities Producing weekly progress reports and maintaining project documentation Facilitating lessons learnt sessions to continuously improve delivery This is an Essex-based role, however, with the expectation that London site visits will be required. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you'll bring a blend of technical proficiency, commercial awareness, and leadership capability. Key qualifications and attributes include: Proven experience managing multiple projects in industrial, manufacturing, or technical service sectors Strong leadership and communication skills Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities Commercial and contract management expertise Safety-conscious mindset with relevant site qualifications (SMSTS, SSSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH Construction - beneficial but not essential). Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Business, or related field (preferred) Project Management qualifications (beneficial) A proactive, client-focused approach with a commitment to excellence What you'll get in return You'll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values innovation, safety, and client success. Expect a role that offers: High visibility and responsibility across flagship London projects Opportunities for professional development and career progression A supportive environment that encourages initiative and continuous improvement Competitive remuneration aligned with experience and qualifications What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Job Title: HR Project Delivery Specialist Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 9 - 12 months Primary Location: Surrey About the Role: Our client is seeking a skilled HR Project Delivery Specialist to join their Global HR Projects Delivery Team. This pivotal role focuses on establishing and delivering HR projects across HR Operations and the broader HR function. The specialist will be instrumental in driving HR initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting overall business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Provide project management support for various HR projects within HR Operations and broader HR teams. Ensure effective governance of HR projects, including reporting standards for steering committee, executive, and board meetings. Collaborate on communications related to HR projects, utilising common HR communication plans and activities. Develop selection criteria for projects requiring PMO support from the central team. Design a project dashboard to share updates with stakeholders, reporting on project delivery against agreed benefits. Create business readiness and acceptance criteria for projects. Offer planning support and expertise to global HR teams for strategic initiatives. Serve as the quality control and advisory point for projects staffed with central resources, including scope agreement, progress evaluation, and issue resolution. Identify and mitigate project risks to maintain alignment with desired outcomes. Manage projects effectively, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and change management practises. Oversee delivery of key cyclical activities within the People Team, ensuring they meet agreed objectives, service standards, and timelines. Ways of Working: Foster strong relationships with HR Business Partners (HRBPs), centres of Excellence (CoEs), and HR Operations teams to identify potential projects and determine necessary support levels. Provide project management capability across the organisation to enhance the delivery of large-scale HR projects. Collaborate with HRBPs and business leaders to promote project management capabilities and best practise methods. Advocate for the use of statistical methods to drive service excellence and exceed customer expectations. Work with Continuous Improvement specialists to identify opportunities to enhance HR services. Required Qualifications: Proven experience in project management within HR, particularly in a Shared Service Centre environment. Knowledge of project management tools and techniques. Solid background in developing and implementing continuous improvement projects involving technology and processes. Familiarity with KPIs and data analytics. Extensive experience with HR processes and transactions. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with HRIS applications and complementary HR software solutions. Understanding of HR metrics and their application in performance improvement. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

Play a pivotal leadership role as CFO at Victim Support Shape the charity's future during an exciting time of growth and transformation About Our Client Victim Support is an independent charity. They are dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales, and put them at the heart of their organisation. Their support and campaigns are informed and shaped by these people and their experiences.They provide specialist services to help people manage after crime and to empower them to ensure their voices are heard individually and collectively at a local and national level. Job Description As CFO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Victim Support's future. Reporting to the CEO and leading a team of around 15, you will ensure the charity's financial sustainability and provide expert leadership across all areas of finance.You will: Provide strategic financial leadership to the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Board Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting to support growth and long-term sustainability Oversee financial controls, audits, statutory reporting and governance frameworks Develop and motivate the finance team to deliver high-quality accounting, analysis, procurement and property management Ensure strong financial input into tenders, grants and new ventures, including cost and profitability analysis Following probation, lead the organisation's approach to risk management The Successful Applicant A proven track record of success in a senior finance role (in the charity, social enterprise or private sector), leading teams in complex organisations with annual income above 20m Experience in an executive team setting is essential Experience of providing financial leadership and advice in a commercial and competitive setting, including: Evaluating and developing new commercial service propositions Contract analysis and reporting in a service delivery context Strong emotional intelligence skills with a proven ability to motivate and lead a team to transform and deliver in a challenging environment Experience of implementing and exploiting digital / technology to deliver the finance function What's on Offer This post in a remote / hybrid position. The successful candidate will be based from home, but will be expected to work regularly with VS staff from locations in London and the Midlands as well as regular travel across England and Wales with occasional overnight stays. Applicants should be able to comfortably travel to London and back within a day. Salary: 115,000- 120,000 per annum. Contact Rochelle George Quote job ref JN-(phone number removed)Z Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.