Ford & Stanley Talentwise
City, Derby
HR Project Lead Derby £35,000 £40,000 + Benefits 4 Days On-Site, 1 Day Home Are you an ambitious HR professional ready to step into a high-impact role where you can truly shape the people agenda? We re looking for a proactive and driven HR professional to take on a pivotal Project Lead role, supporting a growing, fast-paced rail business. Reporting into the Group Head of HR, you ll operate in a standalone-style capacity on-site, owning delivery across the full employee lifecycle while playing a key role in driving change and continuous improvement. The Opportunity This is a standout opportunity for an HR professional looking to step beyond BAU and into a role with real influence. You ll work closely with the Group Head of HR, gaining exposure to both operational and strategic HR while leading meaningful projects across the business. In a fast-moving, blue-collar environment, you ll see first-hand the impact of your work; whether improving systems, enhancing engagement, or shaping the employee experience. For someone with drive and ambition, this role offers a clear platform for growth and career progression. HR Project Lead Responsibilities This is far more than a traditional HR Advisor position. You ll take ownership of both operational HR delivery and transformation initiatives. Lead Across the Lifecycle: Own end-to-end HR delivery from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, engagement, and retention. Drive Key Projects: Partner with the Group Head of HR to deliver initiatives such as HRIS improvements, policy updates, and organisational change. Support & Influence Managers: Act as a trusted advisor, providing practical guidance on performance, conduct, attendance, and wellbeing matters. Use Data to Inform Decisions: Maintain accurate HR systems and analyse data to identify trends and improve outcomes. Enhance the Employee Experience: Continuously develop onboarding, engagement, and culture initiatives across a diverse workforce. Ideal HR Project Lead We re looking for someone who combines strong HR fundamentals with the energy and ambition to drive change. Experience: Proven background in a generalist HR role, ideally within a fast-paced or industrial environment (rail, engineering, manufacturing or similar). Project Exposure: Experience supporting or leading HR projects such as HR systems, change initiatives, or policy development. Technical Knowledge: Solid grounding in UK employment law, with CIPD Level 5 (achieved or in progress). Mindset: A proactive, self-starting approach with the confidence to work autonomously in a standalone-style role. Communication: Able to build credibility and relationships at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership. Commercial Awareness: Understands the wider business impact of HR processes and decisions. Location Derby-based role with a primarily on-site presence Up to 1 day per week working from home (depending on business needs) Occasional travel to other Group locations Salary £35,000 £40,000 depending on experience The Benefits 33 days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours + early finish on Fridays (2:30pm) Electric car scheme & cycle to work scheme Annual salary reviews & pension contributions Monthly rewards & recognition Long service awards & gift vouchers Employee discount schemes (retail, travel, gyms & more) Employee Assistance Programme Career development & company-funded training Free eye tests & specs vouchers Free on-site parking On-site treats & regular company socials Holiday trading options About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Ref: HR Project Lead
HR Project Lead Derby £35,000 £40,000 + Benefits 4 Days On-Site, 1 Day Home Are you an ambitious HR professional ready to step into a high-impact role where you can truly shape the people agenda? We re looking for a proactive and driven HR professional to take on a pivotal Project Lead role, supporting a growing, fast-paced rail business. Reporting into the Group Head of HR, you ll operate in a standalone-style capacity on-site, owning delivery across the full employee lifecycle while playing a key role in driving change and continuous improvement. The Opportunity This is a standout opportunity for an HR professional looking to step beyond BAU and into a role with real influence. You ll work closely with the Group Head of HR, gaining exposure to both operational and strategic HR while leading meaningful projects across the business. In a fast-moving, blue-collar environment, you ll see first-hand the impact of your work; whether improving systems, enhancing engagement, or shaping the employee experience. For someone with drive and ambition, this role offers a clear platform for growth and career progression. HR Project Lead Responsibilities This is far more than a traditional HR Advisor position. You ll take ownership of both operational HR delivery and transformation initiatives. Lead Across the Lifecycle: Own end-to-end HR delivery from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, engagement, and retention. Drive Key Projects: Partner with the Group Head of HR to deliver initiatives such as HRIS improvements, policy updates, and organisational change. Support & Influence Managers: Act as a trusted advisor, providing practical guidance on performance, conduct, attendance, and wellbeing matters. Use Data to Inform Decisions: Maintain accurate HR systems and analyse data to identify trends and improve outcomes. Enhance the Employee Experience: Continuously develop onboarding, engagement, and culture initiatives across a diverse workforce. Ideal HR Project Lead We re looking for someone who combines strong HR fundamentals with the energy and ambition to drive change. Experience: Proven background in a generalist HR role, ideally within a fast-paced or industrial environment (rail, engineering, manufacturing or similar). Project Exposure: Experience supporting or leading HR projects such as HR systems, change initiatives, or policy development. Technical Knowledge: Solid grounding in UK employment law, with CIPD Level 5 (achieved or in progress). Mindset: A proactive, self-starting approach with the confidence to work autonomously in a standalone-style role. Communication: Able to build credibility and relationships at all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership. Commercial Awareness: Understands the wider business impact of HR processes and decisions. Location Derby-based role with a primarily on-site presence Up to 1 day per week working from home (depending on business needs) Occasional travel to other Group locations Salary £35,000 £40,000 depending on experience The Benefits 33 days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours + early finish on Fridays (2:30pm) Electric car scheme & cycle to work scheme Annual salary reviews & pension contributions Monthly rewards & recognition Long service awards & gift vouchers Employee discount schemes (retail, travel, gyms & more) Employee Assistance Programme Career development & company-funded training Free eye tests & specs vouchers Free on-site parking On-site treats & regular company socials Holiday trading options About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Ref: HR Project Lead
Kier Group
City, Birmingham
We're seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Rail team in Birmingham. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering the Quantity Surveying function on assigned projects, within the framework set by the Commercial Manager. Can you imagine a world without transportation links via land, sea or air? Nor can we! Your journey is our journey, come and join us at Kier Transportation and make a difference. Supporting the movement of people, goods and equipment. Location : Birmingham- office based with some remote working Hours : 42 hours per week Salary : £60,000 - £70,000 + £6.7k annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits Responsibilities As Senior Quantity Surveyor, working within the Quantity Surveying team, responsible for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated project(s), within limits defined by the Commercial Manager, in order to fulfil the requirements of Kier in maximising quality of service and profitability, meeting all relevant company procedures and group standards are met. Your day to day will include: Maintaining strong working relationships and collaborating with the project team(s), clients and supply chain, delivering profitability whilst maintaining quality and customer satisfaction, leading on cost control and support junior members of the commercial team and wider project team on cost control and commercial issues Procurement of subcontract packages and key material orders to budgets and programme timescales, negotiating subcontracts with support of the Commercial Manager Minimising risk to Kier, management and administration of subcontract accounts through to final account, including payment and change through to final account, maintaining accurate and complete records in accordance with commercial standards Compiling and submitting interim payment applications, identifying, notifying and closing of change events in accordance with contractual timescales and in accordance with company commercial procedures Identifying and managing contractual and commercial risk and opportunities, inputting into internal and external monthly and quarterly forecasting and reporting What are we looking for? This role of Senior Quantity Surveyor is great if you: BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying Experience working with NEC contracts in a main contracting organisation Previous experience of working on multidisciplinary Rail projects Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
We're seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Rail team in Birmingham. In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering the Quantity Surveying function on assigned projects, within the framework set by the Commercial Manager. Can you imagine a world without transportation links via land, sea or air? Nor can we! Your journey is our journey, come and join us at Kier Transportation and make a difference. Supporting the movement of people, goods and equipment. Location : Birmingham- office based with some remote working Hours : 42 hours per week Salary : £60,000 - £70,000 + £6.7k annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits Responsibilities As Senior Quantity Surveyor, working within the Quantity Surveying team, responsible for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated project(s), within limits defined by the Commercial Manager, in order to fulfil the requirements of Kier in maximising quality of service and profitability, meeting all relevant company procedures and group standards are met. Your day to day will include: Maintaining strong working relationships and collaborating with the project team(s), clients and supply chain, delivering profitability whilst maintaining quality and customer satisfaction, leading on cost control and support junior members of the commercial team and wider project team on cost control and commercial issues Procurement of subcontract packages and key material orders to budgets and programme timescales, negotiating subcontracts with support of the Commercial Manager Minimising risk to Kier, management and administration of subcontract accounts through to final account, including payment and change through to final account, maintaining accurate and complete records in accordance with commercial standards Compiling and submitting interim payment applications, identifying, notifying and closing of change events in accordance with contractual timescales and in accordance with company commercial procedures Identifying and managing contractual and commercial risk and opportunities, inputting into internal and external monthly and quarterly forecasting and reporting What are we looking for? This role of Senior Quantity Surveyor is great if you: BSc / MSc in Quantity Surveying Experience working with NEC contracts in a main contracting organisation Previous experience of working on multidisciplinary Rail projects Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to
