Job Description Contract Manager - Governmental (Naval) East Grinstead Full time Job Description At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. As the Contract Manager you will be reporting to the Vice President - Marine & Governmental Business Unit, the Contract Manager - Governmental (Naval), is a Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (SQEP) who will use Project Management Methodology alongside our core managements systems, to ensure that we deliver an effective and flexible service to our customers, on time, on quality, on cost, in line with applicable Defence Standards and the Rolls-Royce guiding principles as detailed in 'Our Code'. This involves inter-facing with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver a first experience by assuming full responsibility for all aspects of the Contract Management including management of all work resulting from customer contracts, including commercial and financial delegations and authorisation's, enabling day to day management and oversight of Naval and Governmental projects involving Rolls-Royce Solutions UK. Tasks include implementing and operating Project Governance, Reporting (inc, Planning), Risks & Opportunities Analysis, Dispute Resolution, Finance (inc, Cost Control and Commercial topics), Change Management and effective management of 3rd Party suppliers or contractors. Projects and tasks within other areas of the business may arise from time to time. What you will be doing: To promote a zero harm culture by ensuring that all HSQE requirements are met with all work that is carried out by the team. Ensure first class customer liaison including fulfilment of all reasonable customer requests. Responsible for maintaining project targets and deliverables. Capable of providing commercial (costing, contractual, legal) and technical (mechanical, electrical, controls, civils) expertise. Identify key Finance, Commercial, Commodity Management, Safety and Environmental Legislation compliance, Technical and Quality Assurance (QA) personnel to act as Subject Matter Experts (SME) and to support and expedite the range of activities specified in customer contracts. Establish and maintain the necessary project and technical experience and resources to define, conduct, place and manage sub-contracts. Provide commercial and technical reports as required to the management team. Maintain excellent liaison with all internal and parent company departments and participate generally in all departmental activities. Responsible for developing, coaching, training, supporting and communicating with colleagues across the organisation to meet project specific targets. When required to do so attend customer sites for project meetings to ensure achievement of deliverables, specification compliance and customer satisfaction. Responsible for delivering on customers detailed contractual and technical specification documents, and assisting with preparing detailed project plans and designs encompassing legal, commercial, mechanical, electrical and controls solutions. Participate in the delivery of the technical and commercial risk analysis and develop as necessary. Responsible for recommending preferred suppliers and subcontractors to engage following commercial and technical evaluation of proposals. Provide detailed instruction to contractors and suppliers of equipment or services required. Identify and interact with suppliers to ensure equipment supplied is technically suitable, value for money and delivered on time. Assume project P&L responsibility where applicable. Provide technical assistance to customers, operators and RRS Sales and Service depts. To undertake special duties and projects as required. The successful applicant will be required to travel within the UK & ROI as required and additionally required to spend time overseas. The job requires a disciplined individual who can deliver / communicate the high standards expected of a blue-chip company. Position Qualifications: Min 5 years relevant experience. Appropriate qualifications in Project and/or Programme Management or similar relevant qualification or demonstrable industry experience. GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. Must be fluent in both written and spoken English. Must have strong background in high level data analysis and end to end processes. Preferred requirements: Computer literate with good keyboard skills. Proficient in all Microsoft applications relevant to the role. On the job training will be provided for SAP and RRS business specific systems. Full and Clean Driving Licence, UK Passport Holder. Must be able to work well as part of a Team Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Type of Contract PermanentPandoLogic.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Job Description Contract Manager - Governmental (Naval) East Grinstead Full time Job Description At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. As the Contract Manager you will be reporting to the Vice President - Marine & Governmental Business Unit, the Contract Manager - Governmental (Naval), is a Suitably Qualified and Experienced Person (SQEP) who will use Project Management Methodology alongside our core managements systems, to ensure that we deliver an effective and flexible service to our customers, on time, on quality, on cost, in line with applicable Defence Standards and the Rolls-Royce guiding principles as detailed in 'Our Code'. This involves inter-facing with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver a first experience by assuming full responsibility for all aspects of the Contract Management including management of all work resulting from customer contracts, including commercial and financial delegations and authorisation's, enabling day to day management and oversight of Naval and Governmental projects involving Rolls-Royce Solutions UK. Tasks include implementing and operating Project Governance, Reporting (inc, Planning), Risks & Opportunities Analysis, Dispute Resolution, Finance (inc, Cost Control and Commercial topics), Change Management and effective management of 3rd Party suppliers or contractors. Projects and tasks within other areas of the business may arise from time to time. What you will be doing: To promote a zero harm culture by ensuring that all HSQE requirements are met with all work that is carried out by the team. Ensure first class customer liaison including fulfilment of all reasonable customer requests. Responsible for maintaining project targets and deliverables. Capable of providing commercial (costing, contractual, legal) and technical (mechanical, electrical, controls, civils) expertise. Identify key Finance, Commercial, Commodity Management, Safety and Environmental Legislation compliance, Technical and Quality Assurance (QA) personnel to act as Subject Matter Experts (SME) and to support and expedite the range of activities specified in customer contracts. Establish and maintain the necessary project and technical experience and resources to define, conduct, place and manage sub-contracts. Provide commercial and technical reports as required to the management team. Maintain excellent liaison with all internal and parent company departments and participate generally in all departmental activities. Responsible for developing, coaching, training, supporting and communicating with colleagues across the organisation to meet project specific targets. When required to do so attend customer sites for project meetings to ensure achievement of deliverables, specification compliance and customer satisfaction. Responsible for delivering on customers detailed contractual and technical specification documents, and assisting with preparing detailed project plans and designs encompassing legal, commercial, mechanical, electrical and controls solutions. Participate in the delivery of the technical and commercial risk analysis and develop as necessary. Responsible for recommending preferred suppliers and subcontractors to engage following commercial and technical evaluation of proposals. Provide detailed instruction to contractors and suppliers of equipment or services required. Identify and interact with suppliers to ensure equipment supplied is technically suitable, value for money and delivered on time. Assume project P&L responsibility where applicable. Provide technical assistance to customers, operators and RRS Sales and Service depts. To undertake special duties and projects as required. The successful applicant will be required to travel within the UK & ROI as required and additionally required to spend time overseas. The job requires a disciplined individual who can deliver / communicate the high standards expected of a blue-chip company. Position Qualifications: Min 5 years relevant experience. Appropriate qualifications in Project and/or Programme Management or similar relevant qualification or demonstrable industry experience. GCSE English and Maths or equivalent. Must be fluent in both written and spoken English. Must have strong background in high level data analysis and end to end processes. Preferred requirements: Computer literate with good keyboard skills. Proficient in all Microsoft applications relevant to the role. On the job training will be provided for SAP and RRS business specific systems. Full and Clean Driving Licence, UK Passport Holder. Must be able to work well as part of a Team Power Systems is the Rolls-Royce business which provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Type of Contract PermanentPandoLogic.
We are looking for a Zscaler Engineer to join the Cyber team on a contract basis to to provide technical leadership for the migration of web Proxy services from a Legacy Trend solution to Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA ) , ensuring effective coordination of engineering teams, data-driven technical planning, and successful migration execution within a structured delivery environment. Location: Preston - ad hoc travel to site - mainly remote Duration: 6 months Day rate £450-500 a day - Inside IR35 Key Skills & Experience Required Deep technical expertise in: Zscaler ZIA and ZPA (CASB desirable) Identity integration (Entra ID, SSO, SCIM, Conditional Access) Azure IaaS and networking (VPN Gateway, routing, connectivity design) Strong working knowledge of: Enterprise networking (routing, switching, Firewalls) Security operations, logging, and SIEM integration Proven experience leading engineering teams across infrastructure/network/security transformations Strong data handling capability, including advanced Excel for engineering control and analysis Ability to operate effectively within ambiguous, evolving technical environments The Zscaler Engineer role will be required to and to demonstrate that they can undertake the following; Technical Leadership Provide hands-on technical leadership across Infrastructure and Network Engineering teams, guiding in resolving technical issues and design challenges Provide subject matter expertise across Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, and CASB) and Azure Review the relevant Zscaler Designs and act as the escalation point for technical migration challenges Migration Delivery Work with the PM to plan and then oversee execution of the Proxy migration workstream across both the on-premises and Azure estates Technical management of the migration waves, cutover activities, and rollback planning Ensure minimal service disruption and alignment with security standards Coordinate interdependencies with infrastructure, application, and network teams Data Management & Planning Own and govern the core engineering dataset (Excel-based) supporting migration Develop and maintain technical artefacts and engineering controls to support engineering decision-making Governance & Reporting Provide technical assurance and reporting into the project manager Identify and manage technical risks, issues, and constraints Ensure consistency and quality across project engineering outputs Deliverables Technical server migration control dataset Maintained and validated migration dataset Technical progress reporting (status, risks, issues, dependencies) Successful migration of in-scope services to ZIA Post-migration validation and issue resolution For further information please contact Sarah Owen (see below)
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
We are looking for a Zscaler Engineer to join the Cyber team on a contract basis to to provide technical leadership for the migration of web Proxy services from a Legacy Trend solution to Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA ) , ensuring effective coordination of engineering teams, data-driven technical planning, and successful migration execution within a structured delivery environment. Location: Preston - ad hoc travel to site - mainly remote Duration: 6 months Day rate £450-500 a day - Inside IR35 Key Skills & Experience Required Deep technical expertise in: Zscaler ZIA and ZPA (CASB desirable) Identity integration (Entra ID, SSO, SCIM, Conditional Access) Azure IaaS and networking (VPN Gateway, routing, connectivity design) Strong working knowledge of: Enterprise networking (routing, switching, Firewalls) Security operations, logging, and SIEM integration Proven experience leading engineering teams across infrastructure/network/security transformations Strong data handling capability, including advanced Excel for engineering control and analysis Ability to operate effectively within ambiguous, evolving technical environments The Zscaler Engineer role will be required to and to demonstrate that they can undertake the following; Technical Leadership Provide hands-on technical leadership across Infrastructure and Network Engineering teams, guiding in resolving technical issues and design challenges Provide subject matter expertise across Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, and CASB) and Azure Review the relevant Zscaler Designs and act as the escalation point for technical migration challenges Migration Delivery Work with the PM to plan and then oversee execution of the Proxy migration workstream across both the on-premises and Azure estates Technical management of the migration waves, cutover activities, and rollback planning Ensure minimal service disruption and alignment with security standards Coordinate interdependencies with infrastructure, application, and network teams Data Management & Planning Own and govern the core engineering dataset (Excel-based) supporting migration Develop and maintain technical artefacts and engineering controls to support engineering decision-making Governance & Reporting Provide technical assurance and reporting into the project manager Identify and manage technical risks, issues, and constraints Ensure consistency and quality across project engineering outputs Deliverables Technical server migration control dataset Maintained and validated migration dataset Technical progress reporting (status, risks, issues, dependencies) Successful migration of in-scope services to ZIA Post-migration validation and issue resolution For further information please contact Sarah Owen (see below)
Reed Finance are partnered with a growing SME in Witney to appoint a part-time Finance Manager on a fixed-term basis. This manufacturer operates from the UK with a growing U.S. operation and is in a very exciting period of their significant growth journey. They are seeking a Finance Manager to cover a period of maternity leave, with full ownership of the UK Finance function and overseeing the US operations. This role offers circa 3 days per week and offers a flexible working pattern. There is also the opportunity for this to turn into a permanent appointment for the right individual but initially offers a 7-month contract (fixed term). You will report into and collaborate with the General/Ops Manager and the (currently US-based) MD, providing financial insight, improving reporting, streamlining processes, and maintaining controls, and partnering with other dept. heads to create a commercial awareness across the business. Turnover currently is £7-8M and projected to exceed £10M within the next five years, and US growth is currently showing 20-30% increase annually. Core responsibilities include: Take ownership of the company's day-to-day finance function, ensuring timely and accurate reporting Line management of 1x Bookkeeper and 1x overseas Accountant Support the leadership team with commercial and operational financial insights Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L reporting, margin analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations Oversee cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting Manage KPI reporting for directors and department managers Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and support year-end accounts preparation with external accountants Manage and support the bookkeeper and oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and payroll inputs Oversee UK company accounts and monitor U.S. accounts activity, liaising with external advisors as required Assist with intercompany and foreign currency reconciliations Provide practical financial insights to support business decisions and efficiency improvements You will be a fully-qualified or QBE accountant with strong SME experience within a manufacturing setting, strong commercial awareness and a practical approach, and have experience in a management position. Experience within a multinational will be highly desirable. Salary offered is £50-65k FTE If you are available on short-notice to start a contract in June please apply now. Interviewed to be held w/c 1st and 8th June.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Reed Finance are partnered with a growing SME in Witney to appoint a part-time Finance Manager on a fixed-term basis. This manufacturer operates from the UK with a growing U.S. operation and is in a very exciting period of their significant growth journey. They are seeking a Finance Manager to cover a period of maternity leave, with full ownership of the UK Finance function and overseeing the US operations. This role offers circa 3 days per week and offers a flexible working pattern. There is also the opportunity for this to turn into a permanent appointment for the right individual but initially offers a 7-month contract (fixed term). You will report into and collaborate with the General/Ops Manager and the (currently US-based) MD, providing financial insight, improving reporting, streamlining processes, and maintaining controls, and partnering with other dept. heads to create a commercial awareness across the business. Turnover currently is £7-8M and projected to exceed £10M within the next five years, and US growth is currently showing 20-30% increase annually. Core responsibilities include: Take ownership of the company's day-to-day finance function, ensuring timely and accurate reporting Line management of 1x Bookkeeper and 1x overseas Accountant Support the leadership team with commercial and operational financial insights Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L reporting, margin analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations Oversee cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting Manage KPI reporting for directors and department managers Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and support year-end accounts preparation with external accountants Manage and support the bookkeeper and oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and payroll inputs Oversee UK company accounts and monitor U.S. accounts activity, liaising with external advisors as required Assist with intercompany and foreign currency reconciliations Provide practical financial insights to support business decisions and efficiency improvements You will be a fully-qualified or QBE accountant with strong SME experience within a manufacturing setting, strong commercial awareness and a practical approach, and have experience in a management position. Experience within a multinational will be highly desirable. Salary offered is £50-65k FTE If you are available on short-notice to start a contract in June please apply now. Interviewed to be held w/c 1st and 8th June.
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
Location Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations - Cardiff , Glasgow or London . We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow. About the job Job summary As the energy sector evolves, trusted and well-structured data is becoming increasingly important to how renewable energy schemes are delivered, governed and assured. At Ofgem, we're seeking a Data Architect to help shape the structures, standards and approaches that support this work. Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people. We're offering a permanent opportunity within our Delivery & Schemes division, which is responsible for administering a range of government renewable energy support schemes. This is a varied and evolving environment, with a broad programme of work focused on efficiency, assurance and delivering value for money for UK consumers. You'll be responsible for shaping how data is structured, governed and utilised across the division, ensuring that renewable energy schemes are backed and supported by data. Working across strategy and delivery, you'll help define practical data approaches that support both current services and future development across the division. With the chance to influence how data architecture develops, you'll work across a broad range of programmes and services, with technology, governance and delivery teams, playing a key role in shaping the data foundations that support the division's ongoing success with renewable energy. You'll bring significant experience operating as a Senior Data Architect within a complex organisation, alongside strong expertise in data modelling, integration technologies and cloud-based data architectures. You'll also understand how to develop structured data standards, governance approaches and interface documentation, with a strong awareness of data security, privacy and information governance requirements. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and delivery levels will be essential. In return, you'll join a collaborative and supportive environment, where you can apply your expertise to meaningful work that supports major renewable energy schemes, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and an environment focused on your development, career path and goals. We have a critical purpose to ensure renewable energy schemes are delivered efficiently, and the data surrounding them is high-quality and connected. Join us and help shape the data foundations that support that mission. Read on and find out more. Job description Key Responsibilities Data architect - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Data Architecture & Standards Define and maintain enterprise data architecture artefacts, including conceptual, logical and physical data models Own and evolve data architecture principles, standards, and patterns Ensure consistency and reuse of data designs across Ofgem's digital and data landscape Solution Design & Assurance Lead data architecture design for projects and services, covering: Data ingestion, storage, and transformation Integration and data sharing Analytics and reporting Review and assure solution designs to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and regulatory requirements Provide pragmatic architectural direction that supports delivery while managing long term risk Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure data architectures comply with: DDaT and GDS standards Data protection legislation (UK GDPR) Security and information assurance policies Contribute to architecture governance forums and formal design reviews Identify, document, and manage data related architectural risks, including technical debt and obsolescence Support DPIAs and security design reviews from a data architecture perspective Data Strategy & Enablement Contribute to D&S' data strategy, roadmap, and target architecture Define approaches to: Master and reference data management Metadata, lineage, and data cataloguing Data quality and stewardship Enable teams to make effective use of data platforms through clear architectural guidance Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with business teams, analysts, engineers, product managers, and architects Communicate complex data architectures clearly to technical and non technical audiences Provide expert advice and consultancy on data related challenges and opportunities Support capability development across the DDaT and Data communities Person specification Essential Criteria Strong experience developing OLAP data models. (Lead Criteria) Experience integrating data from various sources and providing data to third-party stakeholders using secure methods with appropriate usage of policies, access controls, performance, and monitoring (i.e. API Management). (Lead Criteria) Experience developing and applying industry standard data architecture principles, patterns, and technologies to address user needs. Experience developing reference libraries, patterns and metadata repositories with reusability at the centre of their design. Strong stakeholder management with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, interoperable, and flexible solutions. Ability to communicate in technical detail on topics of data lineage, data usage and data structures. Desirable Criteria Track record of working within a cloud-based technology landscape. Experience in integrating complex, cross-organisation processes and data models, ideally within a highly regulated environment.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations - Cardiff , Glasgow or London . We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow. About the job Job summary As the energy sector evolves, trusted and well-structured data is becoming increasingly important to how renewable energy schemes are delivered, governed and assured. At Ofgem, we're seeking a Data Architect to help shape the structures, standards and approaches that support this work. Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people. We're offering a permanent opportunity within our Delivery & Schemes division, which is responsible for administering a range of government renewable energy support schemes. This is a varied and evolving environment, with a broad programme of work focused on efficiency, assurance and delivering value for money for UK consumers. You'll be responsible for shaping how data is structured, governed and utilised across the division, ensuring that renewable energy schemes are backed and supported by data. Working across strategy and delivery, you'll help define practical data approaches that support both current services and future development across the division. With the chance to influence how data architecture develops, you'll work across a broad range of programmes and services, with technology, governance and delivery teams, playing a key role in shaping the data foundations that support the division's ongoing success with renewable energy. You'll bring significant experience operating as a Senior Data Architect within a complex organisation, alongside strong expertise in data modelling, integration technologies and cloud-based data architectures. You'll also understand how to develop structured data standards, governance approaches and interface documentation, with a strong awareness of data security, privacy and information governance requirements. The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and delivery levels will be essential. In return, you'll join a collaborative and supportive environment, where you can apply your expertise to meaningful work that supports major renewable energy schemes, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and an environment focused on your development, career path and goals. We have a critical purpose to ensure renewable energy schemes are delivered efficiently, and the data surrounding them is high-quality and connected. Join us and help shape the data foundations that support that mission. Read on and find out more. Job description Key Responsibilities Data architect - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework Data Architecture & Standards Define and maintain enterprise data architecture artefacts, including conceptual, logical and physical data models Own and evolve data architecture principles, standards, and patterns Ensure consistency and reuse of data designs across Ofgem's digital and data landscape Solution Design & Assurance Lead data architecture design for projects and services, covering: Data ingestion, storage, and transformation Integration and data sharing Analytics and reporting Review and assure solution designs to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and regulatory requirements Provide pragmatic architectural direction that supports delivery while managing long term risk Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure data architectures comply with: DDaT and GDS standards Data protection legislation (UK GDPR) Security and information assurance policies Contribute to architecture governance forums and formal design reviews Identify, document, and manage data related architectural risks, including technical debt and obsolescence Support DPIAs and security design reviews from a data architecture perspective Data Strategy & Enablement Contribute to D&S' data strategy, roadmap, and target architecture Define approaches to: Master and reference data management Metadata, lineage, and data cataloguing Data quality and stewardship Enable teams to make effective use of data platforms through clear architectural guidance Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with business teams, analysts, engineers, product managers, and architects Communicate complex data architectures clearly to technical and non technical audiences Provide expert advice and consultancy on data related challenges and opportunities Support capability development across the DDaT and Data communities Person specification Essential Criteria Strong experience developing OLAP data models. (Lead Criteria) Experience integrating data from various sources and providing data to third-party stakeholders using secure methods with appropriate usage of policies, access controls, performance, and monitoring (i.e. API Management). (Lead Criteria) Experience developing and applying industry standard data architecture principles, patterns, and technologies to address user needs. Experience developing reference libraries, patterns and metadata repositories with reusability at the centre of their design. Strong stakeholder management with the ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, interoperable, and flexible solutions. Ability to communicate in technical detail on topics of data lineage, data usage and data structures. Desirable Criteria Track record of working within a cloud-based technology landscape. Experience in integrating complex, cross-organisation processes and data models, ideally within a highly regulated environment.
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
P6 Senior Planner If you'd like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given. This is not just another role. This is an opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant, complex and high-impact defence programmes in the UK today. Following the publication of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise Command, AWE has begun work on a sovereign replacement warhead programme known as Astraea. This programme sits at the heart of the UK's national security ensuring a safe, secure, and credible nuclear deterrent for generations to come. We are now building a team to deliver this next chapter and we are looking for exceptional people who want to work at the cutting edge of science, engineering and programme delivery. Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Package: Salary from £49,830 - £78,770 (depending on suitability, qualifications, and experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Please note this role will require you to be onsite 100% of the time Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? As a Senior Planner, you will deliver the complete planning capability within the business by maintaining the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS). You will support Task Managers with business rhythms, schedule integrity, network analysis, and communications with programme and business teams. You'll provide planning expertise to internal customers, implement planning processes and policies, and produce planning and reporting deliverables in line with agreed business rhythms. This role also involves supporting long-range operational programme planning and developing strong stakeholder relationships. As part of your role, you will: Deliver high-quality project controls planning capability through the development, maintenance and assurance of complex Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), providing accurate, timely and defensible forecasts to inform critical programme decisions Lead and support planning activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment to scope, cost and delivery strategy under configuration control Undertake schedule analysis and performance management, including critical path, dependencies, variance analysis and forecasting, to provide clear insight into current and future delivery positions Facilitate planning workshops and provide independent assurance and challenge through peer reviews, schedule health checks and adherence to planning standards and governance Drive continuous improvement and planning excellence, evolving processes, tools and capability while championing best practice across the programme Identify emerging risks, trends and delivery threats, providing early warning, recovery options and decision support to stakeholders Lead, coach and mentor junior planners, developing planning capability and embedding consistent standards of quality, integrity and delivery excellence across teams Champion the highest standards of safety, health, environment, security and quality, recognising the critical importance of these principles in delivering a programme central to the UK's national security. Whilst not a checklist, a Senior Planner should demonstrate: Experience of planning on projects/programmes in a dynamic, delivery focused environment Advanced level of skill with Oracle Primavera P6 Skills in Microsoft Office. Qualification in an appropriate business or technical discipline, or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: 9-day working fortnight - every other Friday off, plus 270 hours of annual leave. Market-leading contributory pension scheme (we pay between 9% and 13% depending on your contributions). Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay; Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Professional career development opportunities, including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts on everyday spending. Special Leave Policy, including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caring. For full details, visit the 'Working at AWE' page on our website and check out the AWE Benefits Guide.
Currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a major automation project on a brownfield chemical plant in Cambridge. The successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing on-site activities across the installation, testing, implementation and commissioning phases of the project. This will include managing electrical and automation installation works , coordinating site operations, supporting SCADA testing , Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and ensuring safe, efficient execution within a live operational process plant environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a contractor with a strong EC&I / Automation / Process Plant background and proven experience delivering works on complex industrial sites. Key Responsibilities The Site Manager will be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day site operations for the automation project Managing and coordinating electrical and automation installation activities Supervising subcontractors and site personnel to ensure works are delivered safely and in line with programme Supporting and overseeing SCADA testing activities Coordinating and witnessing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Managing the implementation phase and supporting the delivery of commissioning activities Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with site procedures, health & safety standards and project requirements Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to the wider project team Acting as the key point of coordination between engineering teams, subcontractors, client representatives and site stakeholders Managing site documentation, permits, RAMS and relevant compliance requirements Identifying and escalating site risks, issues and delays in a timely manner Supporting the successful integration of new automation systems into a live brownfield plant environment Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Proven experience in a Site Manager , Site Supervisor or similar position within industrial project delivery Strong background in electrical, controls, instrumentation and automation projects Previous experience working on brownfield process plant , chemical , COMAH , manufacturing or similarly regulated industrial sites Experience overseeing electrical installations , control systems works and automation packages Good understanding of SCADA systems , testing processes and site-based validation activities Previous involvement in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning phases Strong awareness of working within a live operational plant environment Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate site activity effectively Strong focus on health, safety, quality and programme delivery Essential Experience Site management experience on industrial / process / manufacturing projects Experience overseeing electrical and automation installation activities Exposure to SCADA testing , SAT and commissioning Experience working on a brownfield site Ability to manage site teams and subcontractors in a live plant environment Strong understanding of site HSE requirements and permit-controlled works Desirable Experience Previous experience on chemical plant or process manufacturing sites Familiarity with automation upgrade projects Experience working on EC&I-led capital projects Knowledge of commissioning processes within process industries Relevant site safety qualifications such as SMSTS , SSSTS or similar Any industry-specific tickets / site certifications relevant to process or chemical environments Qualifications Candidates should ideally hold some of the following: SMSTS / SSSTS Relevant electrical, instrumentation or engineering qualification CSCS / ECS / appropriate site certification First Aid / IOSH / NEBOSH (advantageous) Contract Details Location: Cambridge Duration: 10 months Start Date: Early July Rate: Negotiable Employment Type: Contract Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a major automation project on a brownfield chemical plant in Cambridge. The successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing on-site activities across the installation, testing, implementation and commissioning phases of the project. This will include managing electrical and automation installation works , coordinating site operations, supporting SCADA testing , Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and ensuring safe, efficient execution within a live operational process plant environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a contractor with a strong EC&I / Automation / Process Plant background and proven experience delivering works on complex industrial sites. Key Responsibilities The Site Manager will be responsible for: Overseeing day-to-day site operations for the automation project Managing and coordinating electrical and automation installation activities Supervising subcontractors and site personnel to ensure works are delivered safely and in line with programme Supporting and overseeing SCADA testing activities Coordinating and witnessing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Managing the implementation phase and supporting the delivery of commissioning activities Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with site procedures, health & safety standards and project requirements Monitoring progress against programme and reporting updates to the wider project team Acting as the key point of coordination between engineering teams, subcontractors, client representatives and site stakeholders Managing site documentation, permits, RAMS and relevant compliance requirements Identifying and escalating site risks, issues and delays in a timely manner Supporting the successful integration of new automation systems into a live brownfield plant environment Candidate Profile We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Proven experience in a Site Manager , Site Supervisor or similar position within industrial project delivery Strong background in electrical, controls, instrumentation and automation projects Previous experience working on brownfield process plant , chemical , COMAH , manufacturing or similarly regulated industrial sites Experience overseeing electrical installations , control systems works and automation packages Good understanding of SCADA systems , testing processes and site-based validation activities Previous involvement in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning phases Strong awareness of working within a live operational plant environment Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and coordinate site activity effectively Strong focus on health, safety, quality and programme delivery Essential Experience Site management experience on industrial / process / manufacturing projects Experience overseeing electrical and automation installation activities Exposure to SCADA testing , SAT and commissioning Experience working on a brownfield site Ability to manage site teams and subcontractors in a live plant environment Strong understanding of site HSE requirements and permit-controlled works Desirable Experience Previous experience on chemical plant or process manufacturing sites Familiarity with automation upgrade projects Experience working on EC&I-led capital projects Knowledge of commissioning processes within process industries Relevant site safety qualifications such as SMSTS , SSSTS or similar Any industry-specific tickets / site certifications relevant to process or chemical environments Qualifications Candidates should ideally hold some of the following: SMSTS / SSSTS Relevant electrical, instrumentation or engineering qualification CSCS / ECS / appropriate site certification First Aid / IOSH / NEBOSH (advantageous) Contract Details Location: Cambridge Duration: 10 months Start Date: Early July Rate: Negotiable Employment Type: Contract Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Senior Dynamics Developer The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. To provide up to date services to our customers systems need to be developed, improved, and maintained. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the core applications are reviewed and continually improved. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual specialising in MS Dynamics and Power Apps, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. This is a rolling recruitment exercise. Applications will be assessed at regular intervals against the published criteria. Selection decisions will be made on merit, following fair and open competition, in line with the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. We may appoint candidates as assessment stages are completed and may close the advert early or create a reserve list where sufficient candidates are identified. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical Be responsible for the design, coding, configuration, testing and documentation of large, complex or mission critical applications in a cloud first environment using Dynamics and Power Apps in MS Azure Configure and customise both model model-driven and canvas apps Develop Power Automate Flows via connectors to the Dataverse and other data sources Develop PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to Assist in implementing toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality Embrace a continuous improvement ethos Responsible for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guides more junior members in their personal development Coaches and mentors' colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Shares knowledge of tools and techniques with your wider team and the business stakeholders Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies Advocate of DevOps principles Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team Experience with Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience of MS Dynamics CRM and PowerApps platform Has a deep understanding of architectural principals such as SOA and Micro-Services Technical aptitude Proficiency in one or more of these languages: C#, Python, JavaScript, Typescript Experience writing and implementing Unit Testing
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Location Newport, NP10 8QQ About the job Job summary Senior Dynamics Developer The IPO is a modern organisation which depends on its IT services to operate and innovate effectively. To provide up to date services to our customers systems need to be developed, improved, and maintained. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the core applications are reviewed and continually improved. You will need the appetite to learn new technologies and methodologies for delivering high quality IT services. In this role you will work within a multi-disciplined squad using several technologies to build enterprise grade services. You will be expected to be proactive and take accountability for the squad assigned deliveries. The role will also require the investigation, diagnosis and fix of any system issues. A Senior Developer is expected to contribute to the technical strategy for the department. As a multi-skilled individual specialising in MS Dynamics and Power Apps, you will have the opportunities to develop and mature skills in a core role but extend this to skills typically aligned to other role types. You will have a high level of input in defining which additional skills you can develop. This is a rolling recruitment exercise. Applications will be assessed at regular intervals against the published criteria. Selection decisions will be made on merit, following fair and open competition, in line with the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. We may appoint candidates as assessment stages are completed and may close the advert early or create a reserve list where sufficient candidates are identified. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Technical Be responsible for the design, coding, configuration, testing and documentation of large, complex or mission critical applications in a cloud first environment using Dynamics and Power Apps in MS Azure Configure and customise both model model-driven and canvas apps Develop Power Automate Flows via connectors to the Dataverse and other data sources Develop PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions Work closely with test engineers to reach a common understanding of acceptance criteria, the code base and test coverage Work collaboratively with IT and stakeholders, share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Proactively investigate problems and opportunities in existing processes, evaluating and communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders Identify and manage defects, incidents, risks and issues in line with IPO standards Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver highly user focused and successful digital services ensuring governance standards are adhered to Assist in implementing toolkits and APIs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability Keeping an open mind and exploring innovative ways to solve problems, working in a fail-fast fashion to provide required functionality Embrace a continuous improvement ethos Responsible for ensuring that the team test and build activities follow agreed governance and processes Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Behavioural Understanding yourself to be a leader (and the impact of your behaviour on others in a project team focused on results) Engaging Stakeholders (for mutually beneficial collaborative relationships outside of the team) Share knowledge and expertise with your wider team, aspire to be a role model within the organisation, champion our culture of learning, development, cross-company collaboration and teamwork Work across several multi-disciplinary teams to deliver highly focused and successful digital services Provide project / delivery management support when required Effective management and delegation of tasks within the team Applies "progress over perfection" principle Takes full responsibility for decisions and delivers Inner composure, recovers quickly from setbacks and learns from the experience Highly driven & inspires others to move things along and make things happen Personal and Team Development Drive your own training and self-development, keeping skills up to date and learning new skills Promote and display the IPO and Civil Service Values Guides more junior members in their personal development Coaches and mentors' colleagues Continuously improves technical knowledge and stays abreast of latest trends Shares knowledge of tools and techniques with your wider team and the business stakeholders Person specification Essential Experience Has been a key player in delivering technical solutions as part of large projects Experienced with modern delivery models such as Scrum and other Agile methodologies Advocate of DevOps principles Experience working in a Microsoft Azure Cloud first team Experience with Azure DevOps Essential Technical Experience of MS Dynamics CRM and PowerApps platform Has a deep understanding of architectural principals such as SOA and Micro-Services Technical aptitude Proficiency in one or more of these languages: C#, Python, JavaScript, Typescript Experience writing and implementing Unit Testing
Senior Internal Auditor My client is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor with London Market Insurance experience to be part of their Global Internal Audit team and its expanding international operations. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will be a key member of the internal audit team, responsible for evaluating and enhancing risk management frameworks, internal controls, and governance processes across underwriting, claims, finance, and regulatory compliance. Your role will involve participating in the planning, coordination, and execution of comprehensive audit activities to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry best practices Responsibilities: (not limited to) Participate in annual risk assessments and the development of a risk-based audit plan, offering insights based on experience and knowledge of the business. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes. Test and assess the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and provide actionable recommendations where needed. Manage smaller audit projects independently, prioritising objectives and monitoring budgets under the guidance of the Senior Audit Manager. Present audit findings to management and recommend improvements to support business strategies. Preferred qualifications: Proven experience in Internal Audit or Public Accounting post professional qualification, with experience in the London Market, Lloyd's Market or general insurance industry. Relevant professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA or ACA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly encouraged. Strong understanding of insurance risk, underwriting, claims, finance, and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of Solvency II, Lloyd's Principles, and other relevant regulations Desired skills: Experience in data analytics for audit purposes. Exposure to technology and operational risk audits within an insurance environment. Understanding of emerging risks (e.g. AI in insurance, ESG, cyber). Attractive Hybrid working patterns available
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Internal Auditor My client is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor with London Market Insurance experience to be part of their Global Internal Audit team and its expanding international operations. As a Senior Internal Auditor, you will be a key member of the internal audit team, responsible for evaluating and enhancing risk management frameworks, internal controls, and governance processes across underwriting, claims, finance, and regulatory compliance. Your role will involve participating in the planning, coordination, and execution of comprehensive audit activities to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry best practices Responsibilities: (not limited to) Participate in annual risk assessments and the development of a risk-based audit plan, offering insights based on experience and knowledge of the business. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes. Test and assess the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and provide actionable recommendations where needed. Manage smaller audit projects independently, prioritising objectives and monitoring budgets under the guidance of the Senior Audit Manager. Present audit findings to management and recommend improvements to support business strategies. Preferred qualifications: Proven experience in Internal Audit or Public Accounting post professional qualification, with experience in the London Market, Lloyd's Market or general insurance industry. Relevant professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA or ACA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly encouraged. Strong understanding of insurance risk, underwriting, claims, finance, and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of Solvency II, Lloyd's Principles, and other relevant regulations Desired skills: Experience in data analytics for audit purposes. Exposure to technology and operational risk audits within an insurance environment. Understanding of emerging risks (e.g. AI in insurance, ESG, cyber). Attractive Hybrid working patterns available
Workforce Recruitment Group Limited
Bolton, Lancashire
Finance Manager Full Time Office-based in Bolton Workforce is passionate about helping to solve the UK's growing skill shortages. Working with iconic brands all over the country, we recruit, relocate and retain highly skilled people for sectors such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Hospitality, IT, Healthcare and Automotive. We are seeking an experienced and hands-on, operational Finance Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy finance function. This is a varied role reporting directly to the Finance Director. Core Purpose To support the FD in managing the day-to-day finance function, improving controls, reporting accuracy, cashflow visibility and operational efficiency across the business. Key Responsibilities Management Accounts & Reporting Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts Balance sheet reconciliations Accruals/prepayments/journals Variance analysis KPI and reporting support Support on weekly cashflow updates Cashflow & Credit Control Support cashflow forecasting by updating manual spreadsheet in real time Manage aged debtors/credit control processes Liaise with invoice finance providers Supplier payment scheduling Payroll & Compliance Support internal payroll process and reconciliations Pension/PAYE/VAT submissions Bonus tracking External payroll for temporary workforce Liaise with payroll providers Track holidays Maintain finance controls and audit trails Ensure compliance with internal processes Process Improvement Help improve finance processes and efficiencies Support FD on the development of reporting from Xero/ CRM Support automation and systems integration Assist with implementation of scalable controls Operational Support Business partnering with business support Contractor profitability tracking Headcount and placement reporting Ad hoc commercial analysis Ideal Background Experience in recruitment finance preferred Strong Excel / Xero skills Organised and commercially aware Able to work in fast moving environment with pace and agility Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and projects Strong attention to detail Package: Salary up to £35k for the right candidate 26 days holidays + 8 bank holidays This is a great opportunity for someone seeking a broad, hands-on finance role who is looking to be fully involved in core financial management, whilst partnering with Senior Management across the wider business operations.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Full Time Office-based in Bolton Workforce is passionate about helping to solve the UK's growing skill shortages. Working with iconic brands all over the country, we recruit, relocate and retain highly skilled people for sectors such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Hospitality, IT, Healthcare and Automotive. We are seeking an experienced and hands-on, operational Finance Manager to support the day-to-day running of a busy finance function. This is a varied role reporting directly to the Finance Director. Core Purpose To support the FD in managing the day-to-day finance function, improving controls, reporting accuracy, cashflow visibility and operational efficiency across the business. Key Responsibilities Management Accounts & Reporting Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts Balance sheet reconciliations Accruals/prepayments/journals Variance analysis KPI and reporting support Support on weekly cashflow updates Cashflow & Credit Control Support cashflow forecasting by updating manual spreadsheet in real time Manage aged debtors/credit control processes Liaise with invoice finance providers Supplier payment scheduling Payroll & Compliance Support internal payroll process and reconciliations Pension/PAYE/VAT submissions Bonus tracking External payroll for temporary workforce Liaise with payroll providers Track holidays Maintain finance controls and audit trails Ensure compliance with internal processes Process Improvement Help improve finance processes and efficiencies Support FD on the development of reporting from Xero/ CRM Support automation and systems integration Assist with implementation of scalable controls Operational Support Business partnering with business support Contractor profitability tracking Headcount and placement reporting Ad hoc commercial analysis Ideal Background Experience in recruitment finance preferred Strong Excel / Xero skills Organised and commercially aware Able to work in fast moving environment with pace and agility Comfortable taking ownership of tasks and projects Strong attention to detail Package: Salary up to £35k for the right candidate 26 days holidays + 8 bank holidays This is a great opportunity for someone seeking a broad, hands-on finance role who is looking to be fully involved in core financial management, whilst partnering with Senior Management across the wider business operations.
Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 4 months . The pay rate on offer is 650 - 750 per day (via Umbrella agency) . Role purpose As Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, you will lead financial strategy and governance for franchise operations across Asia, MENA, and Europe. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, capable of delivering profitable growth through robust financial planning, insightful analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Behaviours of being curious, tenacious and brave will enable you to be successful as you collaborate and bring structure into the numbers. This is a role where you can make a real difference in creating value as we work with our Partners to grow, modernise and reset our franchise partner agreements, delivering profitable transformation growth in Franchise Partnerships. Key accountabilities, responsibilities, and measures Financial Leadership for Partnerships Take ownership of the financial management for franchise partnerships, including budgeting, forecasting, performance tracking, balance sheet, and controls ensuring delivery of revenue and profit targets. Develop and deliver robust financial models to assess franchise performance and support strategic initiatives. Oversee budgets, forecasts, and performance reviews; manage robust governance processes around financial policies, franchise agreements, and regulatory requirements. Business Partnering Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain and Legal/Compliance teams to drive profitable growth; and structure new franchise deals and renegotiate existing agreements. Support Joint Business Plans, track key initiative performance such as Trusted Value, and manage robust governance processes. Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership to optimize franchise profitability and cash flow. Performance Analysis Monitor key metrics such as revenue, margin, and returns for franchise operations. Weekly trade analysis and response choices to deliver against targets. Prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports for stakeholders. Use data and analytics to inform decisions, identify risks and opportunities recommending corrective actions where necessary. Strategic Projects Support growth plans, including contractual financial models and due diligence. Lead financial input into pricing strategies, royalty structures, and incentive programs. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting for franchise operations. Key skills Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience. Strong commercial acumen and experience in business partnering, ideally in retail or FMCG. Proven ability to communicate and influence at senior levels, with a collaborative and solution-driven approach. Strong analytical capabilities, comfortable working with and accurately manipulating data to provide accurate and insightful analysis. A strong commercial awareness and continuous improvement mind set, with the ability to maintain and further enhance controls and process. Forward thinking with the ability to understand future requirements and how they can inform current plans. Key relationships and stakeholders Reports into Head of Finance Business partner to the Franchise Partner Team (Heads of Franchise Partnerships) Other Finance Contacts: International Finance; Business Service Centre and Analytics teams; and Legal/Tax/Compliance teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, Retail The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 4 months . The pay rate on offer is 650 - 750 per day (via Umbrella agency) . Role purpose As Senior Finance Manager - Franchise Partnerships, you will lead financial strategy and governance for franchise operations across Asia, MENA, and Europe. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, capable of delivering profitable growth through robust financial planning, insightful analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Behaviours of being curious, tenacious and brave will enable you to be successful as you collaborate and bring structure into the numbers. This is a role where you can make a real difference in creating value as we work with our Partners to grow, modernise and reset our franchise partner agreements, delivering profitable transformation growth in Franchise Partnerships. Key accountabilities, responsibilities, and measures Financial Leadership for Partnerships Take ownership of the financial management for franchise partnerships, including budgeting, forecasting, performance tracking, balance sheet, and controls ensuring delivery of revenue and profit targets. Develop and deliver robust financial models to assess franchise performance and support strategic initiatives. Oversee budgets, forecasts, and performance reviews; manage robust governance processes around financial policies, franchise agreements, and regulatory requirements. Business Partnering Collaborate with Commercial, Supply Chain and Legal/Compliance teams to drive profitable growth; and structure new franchise deals and renegotiate existing agreements. Support Joint Business Plans, track key initiative performance such as Trusted Value, and manage robust governance processes. Deliver actionable insights to senior leadership to optimize franchise profitability and cash flow. Performance Analysis Monitor key metrics such as revenue, margin, and returns for franchise operations. Weekly trade analysis and response choices to deliver against targets. Prepare monthly and quarterly performance reports for stakeholders. Use data and analytics to inform decisions, identify risks and opportunities recommending corrective actions where necessary. Strategic Projects Support growth plans, including contractual financial models and due diligence. Lead financial input into pricing strategies, royalty structures, and incentive programs. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting for franchise operations. Key skills Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience. Strong commercial acumen and experience in business partnering, ideally in retail or FMCG. Proven ability to communicate and influence at senior levels, with a collaborative and solution-driven approach. Strong analytical capabilities, comfortable working with and accurately manipulating data to provide accurate and insightful analysis. A strong commercial awareness and continuous improvement mind set, with the ability to maintain and further enhance controls and process. Forward thinking with the ability to understand future requirements and how they can inform current plans. Key relationships and stakeholders Reports into Head of Finance Business partner to the Franchise Partner Team (Heads of Franchise Partnerships) Other Finance Contacts: International Finance; Business Service Centre and Analytics teams; and Legal/Tax/Compliance teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Finance Manager Residential Housebuilding £65,000 - £82,000 + Bonus + Package We re working with a highly regarded 5 housebuilder to appoint a Finance Manager into a key position within the division, reporting directly into the Finance Director. This is a commercially focused role offering real visibility across the business, with involvement in forecasting, business planning, financial performance, operational decision making and overall divisional support. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the wider leadership team whilst also managing and developing the finance function. Key responsibilities include: Support the Finance Director in ensuring that the Finance team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the department s workload Provide cover to the Finance Director in their absence ensuring efficient and smooth running of the department Assist with accurate and robust monthly forecasting and preparation of the Divisional three/ five-year business plan in line with Regional/ Group requirements Take part in surveying/ valuation meetings and provide appropriate level of challenge Assist as required with financial management and reporting Support payment and payroll processing to ensure an accurate and timely service, using the Group systems Identify and ensure the resolution of issues that have significant impact on the Division Ensure Division systems reflect latest information (such as completions forecast reflects latest build programme/ sales status) Ensure adherence with the Group Accounts Manual as regards Cash Management; operate and control all activities within the cash budgets Assist with appropriate reporting to the MD and Divisional Board in line with the standard format and schedule including assisting with the preparation of the Finance Board reports and with Divisional presentations Complete ad hoc divisional and out of departments projects as necessary Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures Skills & Requirements: Professionally qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong commercial finance experience within housebuilding or a related construction/property environment Confident communicator with the ability to influence operational team Strong leadership and organisational skills Able to work within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment A professionally qualified accountant with considerable post-qualification experience in a senior commercial accounting role, ideally within the house-building sector A strong team motivator with the drive and tenacity to achieve the goals of the business Ability to be the conscience of the Division and to provide appropriate challenge to ensure all financial controls are maintained. Highly numerate individual with strong IT and financial analysis skills, coupled with the ability to interpret data and assess impacts on the business. Experience of managing budgets/cost control, and planning and organising work to meet targets Ability and willingness to contribute a professional opinion to the overall management of the business Self-confidence, decisiveness, resilience and ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment A motivational team-leader focused on managing, coaching and developing the team to achieve their full potential Benefits: Competitive Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme Hybrid working Private Medical Cover - Single Cover Company Car or Cash Allowance Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Residential Housebuilding £65,000 - £82,000 + Bonus + Package We re working with a highly regarded 5 housebuilder to appoint a Finance Manager into a key position within the division, reporting directly into the Finance Director. This is a commercially focused role offering real visibility across the business, with involvement in forecasting, business planning, financial performance, operational decision making and overall divisional support. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the wider leadership team whilst also managing and developing the finance function. Key responsibilities include: Support the Finance Director in ensuring that the Finance team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the department s workload Provide cover to the Finance Director in their absence ensuring efficient and smooth running of the department Assist with accurate and robust monthly forecasting and preparation of the Divisional three/ five-year business plan in line with Regional/ Group requirements Take part in surveying/ valuation meetings and provide appropriate level of challenge Assist as required with financial management and reporting Support payment and payroll processing to ensure an accurate and timely service, using the Group systems Identify and ensure the resolution of issues that have significant impact on the Division Ensure Division systems reflect latest information (such as completions forecast reflects latest build programme/ sales status) Ensure adherence with the Group Accounts Manual as regards Cash Management; operate and control all activities within the cash budgets Assist with appropriate reporting to the MD and Divisional Board in line with the standard format and schedule including assisting with the preparation of the Finance Board reports and with Divisional presentations Complete ad hoc divisional and out of departments projects as necessary Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures Skills & Requirements: Professionally qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong commercial finance experience within housebuilding or a related construction/property environment Confident communicator with the ability to influence operational team Strong leadership and organisational skills Able to work within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment A professionally qualified accountant with considerable post-qualification experience in a senior commercial accounting role, ideally within the house-building sector A strong team motivator with the drive and tenacity to achieve the goals of the business Ability to be the conscience of the Division and to provide appropriate challenge to ensure all financial controls are maintained. Highly numerate individual with strong IT and financial analysis skills, coupled with the ability to interpret data and assess impacts on the business. Experience of managing budgets/cost control, and planning and organising work to meet targets Ability and willingness to contribute a professional opinion to the overall management of the business Self-confidence, decisiveness, resilience and ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment A motivational team-leader focused on managing, coaching and developing the team to achieve their full potential Benefits: Competitive Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme Hybrid working Private Medical Cover - Single Cover Company Car or Cash Allowance Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Frontline Construction Recruitment
Crownhill, Buckinghamshire
Head of Operations Construction / Property Services Milton Keynes Base Travel Across Midlands & North of England Up to £120,000 Package (Inclusive of Car Allowance) A growing and ambitious construction and property services contractor is seeking an experienced Head of Operations to lead operational delivery across its Midlands & North business unit. This is a key senior leadership appointment reporting directly to the Business Unit Director, with responsibility for driving delivery performance, programme management, operational consistency and profitability across a portfolio of projects throughout the Midlands and Northern England. The successful candidate will be a strong operational leader capable of implementing structure, accountability and best practice across multiple projects and delivery teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational management and will suit an experienced Head of Operations, Operations Director, Regional Operations Manager, Contracts Director or Senior Operations Manager from a construction, social housing, planned maintenance or property services background. The Role As Head of Operations, you will take full ownership of operational delivery performance across the region, ensuring programmes, resources, reporting and project controls are managed effectively. You will work closely with commercial teams, operational managers and senior leadership to drive performance, improve predictability and protect project margins. Regular travel will be required throughout the Midlands and North of England to visit projects, regional offices and clients. Key Responsibilities Lead operational delivery across all live projects within the Midlands & North business unit Drive programme management and delivery performance across multiple contracts Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within agreed commercial targets Provide leadership to Operations Managers, Contracts Managers, Site Managers and delivery teams Establish and maintain consistent operational standards across all projects Drive accountability and performance management throughout delivery teams Identify and mitigate operational, programme and commercial risks Work closely with commercial teams to protect profitability and margin performance Produce accurate operational reports, KPIs and management information for board-level review Implement operational improvements, systems and best practice procedures Support client relationships and ensure delivery commitments are achieved Champion Health & Safety, quality and compliance across all projects Support business growth by creating scalable operational structures and processes Requirements Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within Construction, Property Services, Social Housing or Planned Maintenance Experience managing multiple projects and programmes simultaneously Strong programme management and operational planning expertise Commercial awareness with a clear understanding of margin protection and project profitability Experience leading geographically dispersed teams Ability to influence, challenge and hold teams accountable for performance Strong reporting, KPI and dashboard management experience Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK Driving Licence Willingness to travel regularly throughout the Midlands and North of England Ideal Background Applications are welcomed from candidates currently working as: Head of Operations Operations Director Regional Operations Manager Contracts Director Regional Director Senior Operations Manager Head of Property Services Head of Planned Maintenance Experience within the following sectors would be highly advantageous: Social Housing Planned Maintenance Property Services Refurbishment Construction Main Contracting Decarbonisation Retrofit Building Maintenance What's on Offer Up to £120,000 package inclusive of car allowance Senior leadership position with significant autonomy Opportunity to shape operational performance across a growing business unit Long-term career progression High-profile role working directly with senior leadership Stable and expanding contractor with strong growth plans
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Head of Operations Construction / Property Services Milton Keynes Base Travel Across Midlands & North of England Up to £120,000 Package (Inclusive of Car Allowance) A growing and ambitious construction and property services contractor is seeking an experienced Head of Operations to lead operational delivery across its Midlands & North business unit. This is a key senior leadership appointment reporting directly to the Business Unit Director, with responsibility for driving delivery performance, programme management, operational consistency and profitability across a portfolio of projects throughout the Midlands and Northern England. The successful candidate will be a strong operational leader capable of implementing structure, accountability and best practice across multiple projects and delivery teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational management and will suit an experienced Head of Operations, Operations Director, Regional Operations Manager, Contracts Director or Senior Operations Manager from a construction, social housing, planned maintenance or property services background. The Role As Head of Operations, you will take full ownership of operational delivery performance across the region, ensuring programmes, resources, reporting and project controls are managed effectively. You will work closely with commercial teams, operational managers and senior leadership to drive performance, improve predictability and protect project margins. Regular travel will be required throughout the Midlands and North of England to visit projects, regional offices and clients. Key Responsibilities Lead operational delivery across all live projects within the Midlands & North business unit Drive programme management and delivery performance across multiple contracts Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within agreed commercial targets Provide leadership to Operations Managers, Contracts Managers, Site Managers and delivery teams Establish and maintain consistent operational standards across all projects Drive accountability and performance management throughout delivery teams Identify and mitigate operational, programme and commercial risks Work closely with commercial teams to protect profitability and margin performance Produce accurate operational reports, KPIs and management information for board-level review Implement operational improvements, systems and best practice procedures Support client relationships and ensure delivery commitments are achieved Champion Health & Safety, quality and compliance across all projects Support business growth by creating scalable operational structures and processes Requirements Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within Construction, Property Services, Social Housing or Planned Maintenance Experience managing multiple projects and programmes simultaneously Strong programme management and operational planning expertise Commercial awareness with a clear understanding of margin protection and project profitability Experience leading geographically dispersed teams Ability to influence, challenge and hold teams accountable for performance Strong reporting, KPI and dashboard management experience Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK Driving Licence Willingness to travel regularly throughout the Midlands and North of England Ideal Background Applications are welcomed from candidates currently working as: Head of Operations Operations Director Regional Operations Manager Contracts Director Regional Director Senior Operations Manager Head of Property Services Head of Planned Maintenance Experience within the following sectors would be highly advantageous: Social Housing Planned Maintenance Property Services Refurbishment Construction Main Contracting Decarbonisation Retrofit Building Maintenance What's on Offer Up to £120,000 package inclusive of car allowance Senior leadership position with significant autonomy Opportunity to shape operational performance across a growing business unit Long-term career progression High-profile role working directly with senior leadership Stable and expanding contractor with strong growth plans
MK Search have partnered with a well respected M&E contractor with a strong national presence delivering across the commercial, residential, life science and industrial sectors who are looking for an MEP commercial manager to join their Midlands business unit. The specific business unit is targeting a 50m turnover in the coming years with group due to hit 200m. As commercial lead, you will work with an operational counterpart and help to spearhead this continued growth managing and further growing an existing commercial team. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop commercial teams, fostering high performance, accountability, and professional growth. Establish and maintain productive relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders, supporting successful project delivery and long-term partnerships. Lead commercial negotiations relating to contract terms, project valuations, variations, and final account settlements. Participate in project and business performance reviews, providing commercial insight and ensuring the accuracy of financial forecasts and reporting. Support senior management in business planning, budgeting, and financial management activities. Ensure principles remain central to decision-making and delivery. Oversee the preparation, review, and management of project risk and opportunity registers, identifying commercial strategies to protect margins and enhance project performance. Drive the implementation of risk mitigation and value enhancement initiatives, monitoring effectiveness and reporting outcomes to senior leadership. Ensure robust commercial records and documentation are maintained to support contract administration and dispute avoidance. Monitor project commercial performance, providing guidance and support to project teams to achieve financial and contractual objectives. Develop and implement project-specific commercial strategies, ensuring contractual obligations, risks, and key deliverables are understood across the project team. Manage applications for payment, cash flow forecasting, and revenue reporting, ensuring timely recovery of project income. Oversee subcontract procurement and ongoing commercial management, including the negotiation and administration of terms and conditions. Candidate Profile Extensive experience managing the commercial performance of major construction, engineering, or building services projects. Proven leadership experience with responsibility for developing and managing commercial teams. Strong understanding of contract administration, financial management, risk management, and project controls. Degree-qualified or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
MK Search have partnered with a well respected M&E contractor with a strong national presence delivering across the commercial, residential, life science and industrial sectors who are looking for an MEP commercial manager to join their Midlands business unit. The specific business unit is targeting a 50m turnover in the coming years with group due to hit 200m. As commercial lead, you will work with an operational counterpart and help to spearhead this continued growth managing and further growing an existing commercial team. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop commercial teams, fostering high performance, accountability, and professional growth. Establish and maintain productive relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders, supporting successful project delivery and long-term partnerships. Lead commercial negotiations relating to contract terms, project valuations, variations, and final account settlements. Participate in project and business performance reviews, providing commercial insight and ensuring the accuracy of financial forecasts and reporting. Support senior management in business planning, budgeting, and financial management activities. Ensure principles remain central to decision-making and delivery. Oversee the preparation, review, and management of project risk and opportunity registers, identifying commercial strategies to protect margins and enhance project performance. Drive the implementation of risk mitigation and value enhancement initiatives, monitoring effectiveness and reporting outcomes to senior leadership. Ensure robust commercial records and documentation are maintained to support contract administration and dispute avoidance. Monitor project commercial performance, providing guidance and support to project teams to achieve financial and contractual objectives. Develop and implement project-specific commercial strategies, ensuring contractual obligations, risks, and key deliverables are understood across the project team. Manage applications for payment, cash flow forecasting, and revenue reporting, ensuring timely recovery of project income. Oversee subcontract procurement and ongoing commercial management, including the negotiation and administration of terms and conditions. Candidate Profile Extensive experience managing the commercial performance of major construction, engineering, or building services projects. Proven leadership experience with responsibility for developing and managing commercial teams. Strong understanding of contract administration, financial management, risk management, and project controls. Degree-qualified or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Working exclusively with this leading SEN college and residential care provider, Dedicate Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Operations Manager to lead on all aspects of the management accounting function. The Financial Operations Manager will be a key link in building strong relationships with suppliers, professional advisors and statutory bodies Overseeing a team of five, the Financial Operations Manager will direct the financial operations, produce management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls. Working closely with senior leaders and external advisors, you'll also support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, capital projects, and long-term financial planning and support the Payroll Manager with current payroll legislation. The Financial Operations Manager will bring: Experience producing management accounts and producing robust financial reports Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning expertise Line management experience within a finance team Strong Excel knowledge, accounting systems, and database skills Knowledge of payroll processes (desirable) Ability to improve financial processes and systems A part or fully qualified finance professional Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience from the education or care sector is highly preferable for this role. Closing date for applications: Friday 19th June 2026 In return, you will be joining a dedicated leadership team and an organisation that puts its staff first, to be an employer of choice. Dedicate Recruitment operates as a recruitment agency on behalf of permanent staff and as a recruitment business for temporary workers. In applying for this post, you agree to our T&C's, Disclaimer and Privacy Policy found on our website.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Working exclusively with this leading SEN college and residential care provider, Dedicate Recruitment is seeking an experienced Financial Operations Manager to lead on all aspects of the management accounting function. The Financial Operations Manager will be a key link in building strong relationships with suppliers, professional advisors and statutory bodies Overseeing a team of five, the Financial Operations Manager will direct the financial operations, produce management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial controls. Working closely with senior leaders and external advisors, you'll also support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, capital projects, and long-term financial planning and support the Payroll Manager with current payroll legislation. The Financial Operations Manager will bring: Experience producing management accounts and producing robust financial reports Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning expertise Line management experience within a finance team Strong Excel knowledge, accounting systems, and database skills Knowledge of payroll processes (desirable) Ability to improve financial processes and systems A part or fully qualified finance professional Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience from the education or care sector is highly preferable for this role. Closing date for applications: Friday 19th June 2026 In return, you will be joining a dedicated leadership team and an organisation that puts its staff first, to be an employer of choice. Dedicate Recruitment operates as a recruitment agency on behalf of permanent staff and as a recruitment business for temporary workers. In applying for this post, you agree to our T&C's, Disclaimer and Privacy Policy found on our website.
12-month remote contract: deliver an iTrent payroll system implementation. Payroll Implementation LeadFully Remote - UK-Wide - Home-based12 MonthsCompetitive Salary I'm working with a large organisation who are undertaking a full iTrent payroll system implementation and seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the project. This is a fully remote, 12-month fixed-term contract, open to applicants anywhere in the UK, with iTrent implementation experience.What You'll Do Lead the complete iTrent implementation, from discovery and configuration through to go-live. Manage data migration, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation. Redesign payroll processes to align with iTrent functionality and best practice. Oversee UAT, parallel runs, defect resolution, and readiness sign-off. Maintain and manage BAU payroll during the transition. Ensure compliance, internal controls, and audit-ready documentation. Work closely with HR, Finance, IT, and external iTrent implementation partners. Produce clear process maps, training materials, and handover documentation. What You'll Bring Strong multi-site payroll management experience. Proven experience delivering an iTrent implementation (essential). Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance. Strong Excel and data-handling skills. Confidence working remotely and managing deadlines independently. Clear communication and a structured, project-focused approach. Why Apply Fully remote - open to candidates across the UK. High-impact iTrent transformation project - fantastic on your CV Defined 12-month contract with clear deliverables. Apply NowIf you're ready to lead a full iTrent implementation, and deliver a major payroll transformation, call Em Lewis on or submit your CV using the application portal.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
12-month remote contract: deliver an iTrent payroll system implementation. Payroll Implementation LeadFully Remote - UK-Wide - Home-based12 MonthsCompetitive Salary I'm working with a large organisation who are undertaking a full iTrent payroll system implementation and seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the project. This is a fully remote, 12-month fixed-term contract, open to applicants anywhere in the UK, with iTrent implementation experience.What You'll Do Lead the complete iTrent implementation, from discovery and configuration through to go-live. Manage data migration, cleansing, validation, and reconciliation. Redesign payroll processes to align with iTrent functionality and best practice. Oversee UAT, parallel runs, defect resolution, and readiness sign-off. Maintain and manage BAU payroll during the transition. Ensure compliance, internal controls, and audit-ready documentation. Work closely with HR, Finance, IT, and external iTrent implementation partners. Produce clear process maps, training materials, and handover documentation. What You'll Bring Strong multi-site payroll management experience. Proven experience delivering an iTrent implementation (essential). Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance. Strong Excel and data-handling skills. Confidence working remotely and managing deadlines independently. Clear communication and a structured, project-focused approach. Why Apply Fully remote - open to candidates across the UK. High-impact iTrent transformation project - fantastic on your CV Defined 12-month contract with clear deliverables. Apply NowIf you're ready to lead a full iTrent implementation, and deliver a major payroll transformation, call Em Lewis on or submit your CV using the application portal.
The Ops Manager will lead operational and commercial teams out of their Yorkshire branch, delivering Social Housing planned works. You'll be the lead for the Yorkshire region with full autonomy, and will pick up a high volume 5 year planned works contract and oversee delivery from start to finish, alongside other projects as they continue to expand in the Yorkshire area. Client Details Our client is a Social Housing maintenance contractor, delivering high quality planned refurbishment and decarbonisation works for local authorities and housing associations. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Branch Manager to lead the successful delivery of large scale planned works contracts. Description Lead the operational and commercial delivery of large scale social housing planned works contracts. Manage branch P&L performance, ensuring financial targets and margins are achieved. Oversee multiple concurrent projects including decent homes, decarbonisation/retrofit & fire protection. Provide leadership and direction to operational, commercial, and site based teams. Drive programme performance, productivity, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Ensure robust commercial management including valuations, cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, supply chain partners, and stakeholders. Support business development activities, framework opportunities, and contract mobilisation. Promote a positive health & safety culture and ensure full compliance across all operations. Mentor and develop high-performing teams through strong people leadership. Profile Proven experience managing large scale planned works contracts within social housing. Strong operational and commercial leadership capability. Experience managing Contract Managers and delivery teams. Proven ability to manage P&L responsibility and deliver financial performance. Strong understanding of contract delivery, programming, commercial controls, and compliance. Ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams in a fast paced environment. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Job Offer 70,000- 80,000 salary 6,500 car allowance or company car 15% annual company performance bonus Competitive employer pension contribution Clear opportunity to progress as the business continues to grow
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
The Ops Manager will lead operational and commercial teams out of their Yorkshire branch, delivering Social Housing planned works. You'll be the lead for the Yorkshire region with full autonomy, and will pick up a high volume 5 year planned works contract and oversee delivery from start to finish, alongside other projects as they continue to expand in the Yorkshire area. Client Details Our client is a Social Housing maintenance contractor, delivering high quality planned refurbishment and decarbonisation works for local authorities and housing associations. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Branch Manager to lead the successful delivery of large scale planned works contracts. Description Lead the operational and commercial delivery of large scale social housing planned works contracts. Manage branch P&L performance, ensuring financial targets and margins are achieved. Oversee multiple concurrent projects including decent homes, decarbonisation/retrofit & fire protection. Provide leadership and direction to operational, commercial, and site based teams. Drive programme performance, productivity, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Ensure robust commercial management including valuations, cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, supply chain partners, and stakeholders. Support business development activities, framework opportunities, and contract mobilisation. Promote a positive health & safety culture and ensure full compliance across all operations. Mentor and develop high-performing teams through strong people leadership. Profile Proven experience managing large scale planned works contracts within social housing. Strong operational and commercial leadership capability. Experience managing Contract Managers and delivery teams. Proven ability to manage P&L responsibility and deliver financial performance. Strong understanding of contract delivery, programming, commercial controls, and compliance. Ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams in a fast paced environment. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Job Offer 70,000- 80,000 salary 6,500 car allowance or company car 15% annual company performance bonus Competitive employer pension contribution Clear opportunity to progress as the business continues to grow
International Trade Compliance Manager Location: Denham, UK Working Hours: Mon Thu 08 45, Fri 08 15 Reporting to: Group Head of Compliance Engineering for Life At Martin-Baker , we don t just manufacture aerospace components; we save lives. As the world leader in ejection seats, our global supply chain is mission critical. We are looking for a decisive, solution-oriented International Trade Compliance Manager to lead our ITC function and ensure our life-saving technology reaches those who need it, without delay. The Role: Strategic Leadership & Practical Impact You aren t just a policy writer; you are the guardian of our global trade. Leading a small, dedicated team, you will take full ownership of our International Trade Compliance function. You will be the technical expert who understands that in a world of "grey" regulations, the business needs a partner who finds a way to say "yes" safely. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead and develop a small ITC team, fostering a service-oriented culture that supports the business. Global Oversight: Take the lead on US (ITAR/EAR), UK, EU, and emerging India-specific export controls. Customs Innovation: Oversee our transition into a new era of customs compliance, including a major £1M Global Trade Solution (GTS) project to automate import/export and trade preference management. Operational Flow: Keep goods moving. From standard sales to complex technology transfers for employee travel, you ensure compliance never becomes a bottleneck. Strategic Advisory: Act as a decisive partner to the Group Head of Compliance and CFO. You don t just flag problems; you present options and recommendations. Who You Are The Expert: You have lived and breathed export controls throughout your career. You have a deep, working mastery of ITAR, EAR, and UK/EU export licensing. The Pragmatist: You understand that compliance is rarely black and white. You have the confidence to make judgements, take calculated risks within legal boundaries, and interpret law through a commercial lens. The Problem Solver: You have a "never turn them away" mindset. When faced with a complex regulation, your first thought is: "How do we make this happen?" The Communicator: You are decisive and firm, yet collaborative. You stay current with global news from tariff shifts to legislative changes and anticipate how they affect our mission. Prior experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive) is strongly preferred Why Join Us? Your work at Martin-Baker directly contributes to saving lives. We offer a collaborative environment and a standout benefits package: 9% Non-Contributory Pension (18+) The "Friday Finish": Your weekend starts at 12:15 PM every Friday. 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an option to purchase more). Healthcare & Security: Healthcare Cash Plan and 4x Salary Life Assurance. Project Exposure: Lead a high value £1M GTS implementation. Your Interview Journey Initial Telephone Interview with your Recruitment Business Partner. First Stage (Teams) with the Hiring Manager. Final Stage (Face-to-Face) at our Denham site. How to Apply Ready to lead a world-class trade function? Hit "Apply Now," Note: This role is subject to UK Government BPSS security clearance. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
International Trade Compliance Manager Location: Denham, UK Working Hours: Mon Thu 08 45, Fri 08 15 Reporting to: Group Head of Compliance Engineering for Life At Martin-Baker , we don t just manufacture aerospace components; we save lives. As the world leader in ejection seats, our global supply chain is mission critical. We are looking for a decisive, solution-oriented International Trade Compliance Manager to lead our ITC function and ensure our life-saving technology reaches those who need it, without delay. The Role: Strategic Leadership & Practical Impact You aren t just a policy writer; you are the guardian of our global trade. Leading a small, dedicated team, you will take full ownership of our International Trade Compliance function. You will be the technical expert who understands that in a world of "grey" regulations, the business needs a partner who finds a way to say "yes" safely. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Lead and develop a small ITC team, fostering a service-oriented culture that supports the business. Global Oversight: Take the lead on US (ITAR/EAR), UK, EU, and emerging India-specific export controls. Customs Innovation: Oversee our transition into a new era of customs compliance, including a major £1M Global Trade Solution (GTS) project to automate import/export and trade preference management. Operational Flow: Keep goods moving. From standard sales to complex technology transfers for employee travel, you ensure compliance never becomes a bottleneck. Strategic Advisory: Act as a decisive partner to the Group Head of Compliance and CFO. You don t just flag problems; you present options and recommendations. Who You Are The Expert: You have lived and breathed export controls throughout your career. You have a deep, working mastery of ITAR, EAR, and UK/EU export licensing. The Pragmatist: You understand that compliance is rarely black and white. You have the confidence to make judgements, take calculated risks within legal boundaries, and interpret law through a commercial lens. The Problem Solver: You have a "never turn them away" mindset. When faced with a complex regulation, your first thought is: "How do we make this happen?" The Communicator: You are decisive and firm, yet collaborative. You stay current with global news from tariff shifts to legislative changes and anticipate how they affect our mission. Prior experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive) is strongly preferred Why Join Us? Your work at Martin-Baker directly contributes to saving lives. We offer a collaborative environment and a standout benefits package: 9% Non-Contributory Pension (18+) The "Friday Finish": Your weekend starts at 12:15 PM every Friday. 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an option to purchase more). Healthcare & Security: Healthcare Cash Plan and 4x Salary Life Assurance. Project Exposure: Lead a high value £1M GTS implementation. Your Interview Journey Initial Telephone Interview with your Recruitment Business Partner. First Stage (Teams) with the Hiring Manager. Final Stage (Face-to-Face) at our Denham site. How to Apply Ready to lead a world-class trade function? Hit "Apply Now," Note: This role is subject to UK Government BPSS security clearance. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.
QSHE Manager Hays Health & Safety are excited to be working with a well-run, close-knit chemical manufacturer based in West Manchester. We are looking for a hands-on QSHE Manager role within a high-hazard environment, ideal for someone ready to step up or looking for more autonomy and impact. This suits individuals who feel blocked in their current role or an experienced manager wanting a fresh challenge where they can genuinely influence site performance, not just maintain systems. Role Responsibilities Lead and develop QHSE strategy across a COMAH-regulated site Ensure compliance with COMAH, COSHH, environmental permits and UK legislation Act as key contact for regulators including HSE and Environment Agency Oversee incident investigations and embed learning Maintain and improve ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 systems Support emergency planning, drills and MAPP development Manage contractors and ensure safe project delivery Champion a positive, practical safety culture across site Measures of Success Strong regulatory compliance with positive audit/inspection outcomes Reduction in risk exposure across high-hazard activities Evidence that controls are working effectively in practice Engaged workforce applying safety and environmental standards Robust, well-embedded management systems Requirements Experience as a hands-on QSHE / HSE Manager within a COMAH environment (upper tier preferred, lower tier considered) Track record of working with regulators and managing audits Experience implementing and maintaining ISO systems Practical, operational approach with the ability to influence at all levels Benefits £60,000 salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension Opportunity to step into a role with real influence and progression potential
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
QSHE Manager Hays Health & Safety are excited to be working with a well-run, close-knit chemical manufacturer based in West Manchester. We are looking for a hands-on QSHE Manager role within a high-hazard environment, ideal for someone ready to step up or looking for more autonomy and impact. This suits individuals who feel blocked in their current role or an experienced manager wanting a fresh challenge where they can genuinely influence site performance, not just maintain systems. Role Responsibilities Lead and develop QHSE strategy across a COMAH-regulated site Ensure compliance with COMAH, COSHH, environmental permits and UK legislation Act as key contact for regulators including HSE and Environment Agency Oversee incident investigations and embed learning Maintain and improve ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 systems Support emergency planning, drills and MAPP development Manage contractors and ensure safe project delivery Champion a positive, practical safety culture across site Measures of Success Strong regulatory compliance with positive audit/inspection outcomes Reduction in risk exposure across high-hazard activities Evidence that controls are working effectively in practice Engaged workforce applying safety and environmental standards Robust, well-embedded management systems Requirements Experience as a hands-on QSHE / HSE Manager within a COMAH environment (upper tier preferred, lower tier considered) Track record of working with regulators and managing audits Experience implementing and maintaining ISO systems Practical, operational approach with the ability to influence at all levels Benefits £60,000 salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension Opportunity to step into a role with real influence and progression potential
Senior Planner Hybrid Working UK-Wide Office Locations Are you an experienced Senior Planner looking to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure and energy projects across the UK? We are seeking a talented Senior Planner to join a growing team working on large-scale transmission and utility projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value schemes where your planning expertise will directly contribute to successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining detailed project programmes across the design, procurement, and construction phases. Working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams, Site Engineers, and clients, you will ensure projects remain on track, risks are managed effectively, and contractual obligations are met. This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work from home, site locations, and office locations across the UK. Regular travel to project sites and regional offices will be required. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Monitor project progress and produce regular programme updates and performance reports. Support project teams in identifying risks, opportunities, and programme impacts. Work closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Site Teams to optimise project delivery. Provide planning expertise during bid and tender stages. Implement and monitor Earned Value Management (EVM) processes. Manage programme compliance in line with NEC contract requirements. Attend client and stakeholder meetings, providing planning updates and project insights. Support continuous improvement initiatives across planning and project controls functions. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within construction, infrastructure, utilities, power, engineering, or energy sectors. Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Experience working with NEC contracts. Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience within transmission, utilities, energy, power, or major infrastructure projects. Knowledge of project controls, change management, and cost management integration.
Jun 14, 2026
Contractor
Senior Planner Hybrid Working UK-Wide Office Locations Are you an experienced Senior Planner looking to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure and energy projects across the UK? We are seeking a talented Senior Planner to join a growing team working on large-scale transmission and utility projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value schemes where your planning expertise will directly contribute to successful project delivery from tender stage through to completion. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining detailed project programmes across the design, procurement, and construction phases. Working closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams, Site Engineers, and clients, you will ensure projects remain on track, risks are managed effectively, and contractual obligations are met. This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility to work from home, site locations, and office locations across the UK. Regular travel to project sites and regional offices will be required. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project programmes using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Monitor project progress and produce regular programme updates and performance reports. Support project teams in identifying risks, opportunities, and programme impacts. Work closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Site Teams to optimise project delivery. Provide planning expertise during bid and tender stages. Implement and monitor Earned Value Management (EVM) processes. Manage programme compliance in line with NEC contract requirements. Attend client and stakeholder meetings, providing planning updates and project insights. Support continuous improvement initiatives across planning and project controls functions. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Planner or Senior Planner within construction, infrastructure, utilities, power, engineering, or energy sectors. Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project. Experience working with NEC contracts. Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience within transmission, utilities, energy, power, or major infrastructure projects. Knowledge of project controls, change management, and cost management integration.