We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a principal contractor delivering a major food manufacturing construction scheme in Barnsley. The project is a high-value 15m- 30m development involving demolition, new build and fit-out , currently at design and procurement stage . This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with a strong background in food manufacturing environments , who can take ownership of project delivery from inception through to completion while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, programme control and stakeholder communication. Role Overview The successful Project Manager will lead and manage specialist food manufacturing construction projects on behalf of the principal contractor, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality and compliance standards . The role will involve full lifecycle project leadership, from planning and procurement through execution, reporting, risk management and handover. Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Delivery Develop detailed project plans, programmes and resource allocation strategies. Define project scope, objectives and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders. Manage all phases of the construction project from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Oversee demolition, new build and fit-out activities while maintaining progress against programme. Minimum 7 years' experience in food manufacturing construction project management. Proven track record delivering complex projects as a main contractor Experience managing projects valued at over 10m . Strong experience managing budgets, schedules and multidisciplinary teams. Experience across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover. Experience managing shutdowns, phased works and commissioning in live or regulated environments. Key Skills & Competencies Strong strategic health and safety awareness. Budget ownership and commercial control capability. Programme development and risk management expertise. Extensive experience in food manufacturing builds or refurbishments. Strong client leadership and decision-making ability. Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills. Qualifications & Certifications NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. CSCS Card (Manager level). SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). TWC (Temporary Works Coordinator). First Aid at Work certification UKATA Asbestos Training 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 13, 2026
Contractor
We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a principal contractor delivering a major food manufacturing construction scheme in Barnsley. The project is a high-value 15m- 30m development involving demolition, new build and fit-out , currently at design and procurement stage . This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with a strong background in food manufacturing environments , who can take ownership of project delivery from inception through to completion while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, programme control and stakeholder communication. Role Overview The successful Project Manager will lead and manage specialist food manufacturing construction projects on behalf of the principal contractor, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality and compliance standards . The role will involve full lifecycle project leadership, from planning and procurement through execution, reporting, risk management and handover. Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Delivery Develop detailed project plans, programmes and resource allocation strategies. Define project scope, objectives and deliverables in collaboration with key stakeholders. Manage all phases of the construction project from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Oversee demolition, new build and fit-out activities while maintaining progress against programme. Minimum 7 years' experience in food manufacturing construction project management. Proven track record delivering complex projects as a main contractor Experience managing projects valued at over 10m . Strong experience managing budgets, schedules and multidisciplinary teams. Experience across the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover. Experience managing shutdowns, phased works and commissioning in live or regulated environments. Key Skills & Competencies Strong strategic health and safety awareness. Budget ownership and commercial control capability. Programme development and risk management expertise. Extensive experience in food manufacturing builds or refurbishments. Strong client leadership and decision-making ability. Excellent communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills. Qualifications & Certifications NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline is preferred. CSCS Card (Manager level). SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). TWC (Temporary Works Coordinator). First Aid at Work certification UKATA Asbestos Training 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
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Leicester / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Leicester / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Sheffield / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Sheffield, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Sheffield / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Sheffield, Yorkshire, the Midlands, North West or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Our client is a leading Piling contractor with a major Projects Division that delivers high-value multi-discipline ground engineering schemes across the UK and Ireland. They offer a range of geotechnical solutions, as well as civil engineering, marine, and tunnelling works, and we have the flexibility to act a principal contractor, joint venture partner or specialist subcontractor. Reporting to the Projects Division Estimating Manager, they are seeking an estimator who has experience in the pricing and presentation to clients of geotechnical engineering solutions (e.g., diaphragm wall construction, piling works, grouting works, etc.), and someone who is interested in pricing works where they are working collaboratively with their clients, joint venture partners, and supply chain to overcome complex multi-discipline civil engineering challenges. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The role will cover all aspects of the preconstruction work winning phase of a project opportunity with key responsibilities including: Assisting with the management of incoming enquiries including the assessment and prioritisation of business appropriate tender opportunities. Developing appropriate opportunity bid/win strategies to suit the requirements of their clients. Collaboratively working with their technical and operations team and supply chain to prepare conforming scheme and value engineering scheme cost studies for internal governance review. Liaise with the technical, operations, and commercial teams to ensure risks are recognised and mitigation strategies are agreed at the preconstruction stage. Writing and presenting tender offers to the clients. Engaging in client interactions and tender negotiations from receipt of enquiry through to contract award and project handover to the operations team. Maintain and update the Salesforce CRM database. Engaging with and assisting the Projects Division Business Development Manager in identifying appropriate future clients and major project opportunities that would benefit from the value the division has to offer. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED A relevant civil engineering degree or bias towards geotechnical engineering and professional qualification status is preferrable. Ability to discharge professional duties with integrity and ability to behave with integrity in relation to all conduct bearing upon the standing, reputation and dignity of the company. Have full regard to matters of health and safety, well-being, the environment and sustainability. Significant experience of the UK geotechnical industry. An understanding of the geotechnical design process. Working knowledge and demonstrable experience of estimating geotechnical engineering solutions. Essential understanding of the capabilities of the company. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients. Proven ability to work well in a team as well as an individual. Effective time management to ensure task deadlines are met. High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and driven to providing a quality product and service to clients. Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Salesforce. Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy is preferrable though not essential. Ability to develop professional knowledge, skills, and competence on a continuing basis and ability to aid the professional development of others. Full UK driving licence. WORKING LOCATION Normally based in their Surrey office with the expectation of being present three days per Monday to Friday working week. Travel as required to client offices, joint venture partner and/or project opportunity offices, project opportunity site locations, and our clients regional offices.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Our client is a leading Piling contractor with a major Projects Division that delivers high-value multi-discipline ground engineering schemes across the UK and Ireland. They offer a range of geotechnical solutions, as well as civil engineering, marine, and tunnelling works, and we have the flexibility to act a principal contractor, joint venture partner or specialist subcontractor. Reporting to the Projects Division Estimating Manager, they are seeking an estimator who has experience in the pricing and presentation to clients of geotechnical engineering solutions (e.g., diaphragm wall construction, piling works, grouting works, etc.), and someone who is interested in pricing works where they are working collaboratively with their clients, joint venture partners, and supply chain to overcome complex multi-discipline civil engineering challenges. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The role will cover all aspects of the preconstruction work winning phase of a project opportunity with key responsibilities including: Assisting with the management of incoming enquiries including the assessment and prioritisation of business appropriate tender opportunities. Developing appropriate opportunity bid/win strategies to suit the requirements of their clients. Collaboratively working with their technical and operations team and supply chain to prepare conforming scheme and value engineering scheme cost studies for internal governance review. Liaise with the technical, operations, and commercial teams to ensure risks are recognised and mitigation strategies are agreed at the preconstruction stage. Writing and presenting tender offers to the clients. Engaging in client interactions and tender negotiations from receipt of enquiry through to contract award and project handover to the operations team. Maintain and update the Salesforce CRM database. Engaging with and assisting the Projects Division Business Development Manager in identifying appropriate future clients and major project opportunities that would benefit from the value the division has to offer. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED A relevant civil engineering degree or bias towards geotechnical engineering and professional qualification status is preferrable. Ability to discharge professional duties with integrity and ability to behave with integrity in relation to all conduct bearing upon the standing, reputation and dignity of the company. Have full regard to matters of health and safety, well-being, the environment and sustainability. Significant experience of the UK geotechnical industry. An understanding of the geotechnical design process. Working knowledge and demonstrable experience of estimating geotechnical engineering solutions. Essential understanding of the capabilities of the company. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with colleagues and clients. Proven ability to work well in a team as well as an individual. Effective time management to ensure task deadlines are met. High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and driven to providing a quality product and service to clients. Excellent IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Salesforce. Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Candy is preferrable though not essential. Ability to develop professional knowledge, skills, and competence on a continuing basis and ability to aid the professional development of others. Full UK driving licence. WORKING LOCATION Normally based in their Surrey office with the expectation of being present three days per Monday to Friday working week. Travel as required to client offices, joint venture partner and/or project opportunity offices, project opportunity site locations, and our clients regional offices.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Derby / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Derby / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Nottingham / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Nottingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: Nottingham / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Nottingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
To be responsible for all design and technical aspects of projects ensuring delivery on budget and to programme. This will entail effective management of external consultants together with the ability to communicate effectively with the wider United Infrastructure team and business partners. Ensure the design is fully coordinated and complies with United Infrastructure requirements and current regulations, to achieve the necessary approvals and enable a start on site in line with agreed programmes safety standards. Lead technical and design processes, design teams and subcontractors throughout design, procurement and construction, monitoring progress to ensure delivery on time and in budget Technical design management of schemes, in accordance with agreed programme, ensuring company targets are met and that the maximum revenue is generated by the quality, cost effectiveness and buildability of the design. Review and input into allocated bids, undertaking Technical appraisals of design information, assessing design requirements, compliance, consultant fee requirements and production of a design programme. Assess the quality of received information, identify value engineering opportunities, risks, collate consultants costs and prepare contractors proposals Review ER technical specifications Produce, develop, control and manage the project specific design programme and provide regular progress reporting Produce detailed project specific design scoping and undertake procurement of consultant and subcontractor designers Assess consultant and subcontractor designers completed competency assessment questionnaires and supporting evidence provided Monitor and manage consultant fees and invoicing Fulfilment of CDM Principal Designer role. Fulfilment of Building Regulations Principal Design role and named as Designated Individual Undertake thorough reviews and interrogation of consultants and subcontractor designs, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, compliance with system literature, compliance with planning consent, buildability, completeness, presentation, best value, accuracy, level of information, and ultimately eliminating risk. Review and assess alternative build methods and practices Manage and coordinate external consultants in their day-to-day duties related to design, coordination and technical aspects of production information and to ensure delivery within the constraints of time, quality, budget and technical requirements, driving a high standard Ensure that designs comply with company standards Promoting design that respects budgetary constraints Organise and manage weekly, fortnightly or monthly technical coordination workshops, package reviews and design team meetings Ensure that all aspects of the building design are fully coordinated including but not restricted to, fire safety, structures, M&E, fa ades, internal specification, service strategies, maintenance strategies etc. Ensure fully complete, correct and coordinated packages issued to Commercial and Construction teams Establish required scoping for survey and investigative works Maintain and deliver in accordance with company values Manage subcontractor and supplier design approvals ensuring timely turnaround Monitor subcontractor design approvals and maintain a tracker in line with programme Manage the flow of information to Commercial, Operations and Client Update and coordinate monthly design schedules Chair and undertake design package presentations in conjunction with consultant and subcontractor designers Review and coordinate design and technical related issues with the Commercial and Operations teams Monitor changes from Client, design consultants, subcontractors and proposed changes by construction team Manage change control process for variations in relation to drawing revisions, construction programmes and costs
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
To be responsible for all design and technical aspects of projects ensuring delivery on budget and to programme. This will entail effective management of external consultants together with the ability to communicate effectively with the wider United Infrastructure team and business partners. Ensure the design is fully coordinated and complies with United Infrastructure requirements and current regulations, to achieve the necessary approvals and enable a start on site in line with agreed programmes safety standards. Lead technical and design processes, design teams and subcontractors throughout design, procurement and construction, monitoring progress to ensure delivery on time and in budget Technical design management of schemes, in accordance with agreed programme, ensuring company targets are met and that the maximum revenue is generated by the quality, cost effectiveness and buildability of the design. Review and input into allocated bids, undertaking Technical appraisals of design information, assessing design requirements, compliance, consultant fee requirements and production of a design programme. Assess the quality of received information, identify value engineering opportunities, risks, collate consultants costs and prepare contractors proposals Review ER technical specifications Produce, develop, control and manage the project specific design programme and provide regular progress reporting Produce detailed project specific design scoping and undertake procurement of consultant and subcontractor designers Assess consultant and subcontractor designers completed competency assessment questionnaires and supporting evidence provided Monitor and manage consultant fees and invoicing Fulfilment of CDM Principal Designer role. Fulfilment of Building Regulations Principal Design role and named as Designated Individual Undertake thorough reviews and interrogation of consultants and subcontractor designs, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, compliance with system literature, compliance with planning consent, buildability, completeness, presentation, best value, accuracy, level of information, and ultimately eliminating risk. Review and assess alternative build methods and practices Manage and coordinate external consultants in their day-to-day duties related to design, coordination and technical aspects of production information and to ensure delivery within the constraints of time, quality, budget and technical requirements, driving a high standard Ensure that designs comply with company standards Promoting design that respects budgetary constraints Organise and manage weekly, fortnightly or monthly technical coordination workshops, package reviews and design team meetings Ensure that all aspects of the building design are fully coordinated including but not restricted to, fire safety, structures, M&E, fa ades, internal specification, service strategies, maintenance strategies etc. Ensure fully complete, correct and coordinated packages issued to Commercial and Construction teams Establish required scoping for survey and investigative works Maintain and deliver in accordance with company values Manage subcontractor and supplier design approvals ensuring timely turnaround Monitor subcontractor design approvals and maintain a tracker in line with programme Manage the flow of information to Commercial, Operations and Client Update and coordinate monthly design schedules Chair and undertake design package presentations in conjunction with consultant and subcontractor designers Review and coordinate design and technical related issues with the Commercial and Operations teams Monitor changes from Client, design consultants, subcontractors and proposed changes by construction team Manage change control process for variations in relation to drawing revisions, construction programmes and costs
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER SECTOR Location: Birmingham / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER SECTOR Location: Birmingham / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: London / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong rail connectivity, this role is well suited to candidates based in London who are comfortable travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL DESIGN MANAGER - WATER NON-INFRASTRUCTURE Location: London / Tamworth Salary: 70,000 - 85,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Design Manager to take technical leadership across water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Principal Design Manager role offers real influence, client exposure and the chance to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering complex framework projects. A growing engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Design Manager to lead the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. As a Principal Design Manager, you will provide technical leadership across civil, mechanical, electrical and process engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong rail connectivity, this role is well suited to candidates based in London who are comfortable travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Lead design delivery across a portfolio of water non-infrastructure projects Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines Develop and manage design programmes across multiple projects Review and approve design deliverables to ensure compliance with industry standards and client specifications Act as the primary design interface with the water utility client Support project managers with budgets, resources and design risk management Mentor engineers and design leads within the team About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership Strong experience within the UK water sector Proven experience delivering design programmes across multiple projects Strong understanding of UK design standards, CDM regulations and water industry specifications Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Apply This Principal Design Manager position offers a salary of 70,000 - 85,000 and the opportunity to play a leading role in delivering high profile water sector projects within a growing consultancy. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
LTM Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
My client, one of the best companies in their sector is an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking for a experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to be based in our Newcastle office with the ability to inspire others. You will have the ability to run medium sized projects, undertake a client facing role in the development, design and co-ordination of engineering projects. Skills should include experience on data centre and mission critical projects. Other sector experience including commercial, hotel, retail and hotel design desirable. Experience will also include the coordination of engineering project services, with a proven track record in project management. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with colleagues and clients, and experience working on innovative projects with leading client organisations, and contractors will equip you to take a future pro-active role in forging client relationships of our sector portfolio. You will possess good commercial awareness, in addition to having robust technical knowledge relevant to building services design, and capable of incorporating those technologies into the hotel and leisure sector. The position will ideally suit someone who is currently working in building service consultancy and is prepared to work hands on . The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards, educated to degree level in Building Services Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years industry experience. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for running of medium size projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys tests and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Carries out engineering calculations to ensure drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Responsible for technical content and accuracy of Trainee, Graduates and Engineers • Validation and checking of designs and specifications Specific Skills & Knowledge • BEng, MSc, and have sufficient experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND + appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Competent in specification design/drawing for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial Skills
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
My client, one of the best companies in their sector is an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking for a experienced Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to be based in our Newcastle office with the ability to inspire others. You will have the ability to run medium sized projects, undertake a client facing role in the development, design and co-ordination of engineering projects. Skills should include experience on data centre and mission critical projects. Other sector experience including commercial, hotel, retail and hotel design desirable. Experience will also include the coordination of engineering project services, with a proven track record in project management. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both with colleagues and clients, and experience working on innovative projects with leading client organisations, and contractors will equip you to take a future pro-active role in forging client relationships of our sector portfolio. You will possess good commercial awareness, in addition to having robust technical knowledge relevant to building services design, and capable of incorporating those technologies into the hotel and leisure sector. The position will ideally suit someone who is currently working in building service consultancy and is prepared to work hands on . The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards, educated to degree level in Building Services Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years industry experience. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for running of medium size projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys tests and reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Carries out engineering calculations to ensure drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Responsible for technical content and accuracy of Trainee, Graduates and Engineers • Validation and checking of designs and specifications Specific Skills & Knowledge • BEng, MSc, and have sufficient experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND + appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Competent in specification design/drawing for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial Skills
LTM Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
My client, arguably one of the best companies in the sector, are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking to employ an experienced Senior / Principal Engineer to be based in our NE office. You will have experience in the delivery of European data centres and mission-critical projects, along with other sector experience including process pharmaceutical, healthcare, commercial, labs and/or clean rooms would be desirable. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types) • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Leads on the coordination of engineering services • Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions Role Requirements You will need to possess the following professional and technical expertise: • BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Significant experience of specification design for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial skills • Presentation skills • Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
My client, arguably one of the best companies in the sector, are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. They are looking to employ an experienced Senior / Principal Engineer to be based in our NE office. You will have experience in the delivery of European data centres and mission-critical projects, along with other sector experience including process pharmaceutical, healthcare, commercial, labs and/or clean rooms would be desirable. Role Responsibilities • Responsible for the running of large projects. Undertakes a client facing role in the development and design and coordination of engineering project services for Mechanical or Electrical installations, systems, equipment, facilities etc. (Several building types) • Develops and specifies applications of controls, instruments, and operating systems for all building engineering services purposes • Surveys, tests, carries out dilapidation reports on existing electrical/mechanical installations • Specifies activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing confirm to functional specifications and customer requirements • Day to day decision making on project progress and direct liaison with and provides advice to client • Represents Company at technical meetings with customers, professional teams and contractors teams • Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards • Leads on the coordination of engineering services • Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions Role Requirements You will need to possess the following professional and technical expertise: • BSc/BEng or degree in appropriate engineering discipline or have sufficient equivalent experience • MCIBSE/MIEE or HNC/HND plus appropriate experience or equivalent • Working towards Chartered Eng status • Significant experience of specification design for several building types • Sound knowledge of key Health and Safety issues and legislation • Knowledge of MS Office applications word, excel etc • Ability to use IT based calculation and spreadsheet software • Good understanding of BS standards/ UK Regulations/Codes • Ability to prioritise own workload • Ability to work to deadlines • Managerial skills • Presentation skills • Support the delivery of projects in accordance with the expectations of the Project Delivery Process from a Project Management, Financial Management, QA/QC and Technical Review perspective.
Cloud Platform Engineering Manager Up to 75,000 + Bonus Hybrid Worcestershire or Hampshire 2 Days Per Week Onsite We are recruiting a Cloud Platform Engineering Manager to lead a team of platform engineers responsible for Azure cloud services, automation, infrastructure as code and platform operations. This role would suit an experienced Lead Platform Engineer, Senior DevOps Engineer or Cloud Technical Lead looking to step into management, or an existing Engineering Manager who remains technically hands-on. Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of platform engineers Own and evolve Azure platform services and standards Drive automation and Infrastructure as Code practices Contribute to architecture, technical design and engineering standards Support service reliability, observability, security and operational improvements Work closely with engineering, architecture and security teams Participate in technical decision-making and platform strategy Requirements Strong Azure cloud engineering experience Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep or similar) Background in platform engineering, DevOps or cloud infrastructure Experience supporting and improving production services Previous technical leadership, mentoring or team leadership experience Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Package Salary up to 75,000 Annual bonus Pension Life assurance Enhanced holiday allowance Hybrid working (2 days per week onsite) Suitable backgrounds: Lead Platform Engineer, Senior Platform Engineer, Senior DevOps Engineer, Cloud Technical Lead, Principal Cloud Engineer, Platform Engineering Manager.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Cloud Platform Engineering Manager Up to 75,000 + Bonus Hybrid Worcestershire or Hampshire 2 Days Per Week Onsite We are recruiting a Cloud Platform Engineering Manager to lead a team of platform engineers responsible for Azure cloud services, automation, infrastructure as code and platform operations. This role would suit an experienced Lead Platform Engineer, Senior DevOps Engineer or Cloud Technical Lead looking to step into management, or an existing Engineering Manager who remains technically hands-on. Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of platform engineers Own and evolve Azure platform services and standards Drive automation and Infrastructure as Code practices Contribute to architecture, technical design and engineering standards Support service reliability, observability, security and operational improvements Work closely with engineering, architecture and security teams Participate in technical decision-making and platform strategy Requirements Strong Azure cloud engineering experience Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep or similar) Background in platform engineering, DevOps or cloud infrastructure Experience supporting and improving production services Previous technical leadership, mentoring or team leadership experience Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Package Salary up to 75,000 Annual bonus Pension Life assurance Enhanced holiday allowance Hybrid working (2 days per week onsite) Suitable backgrounds: Lead Platform Engineer, Senior Platform Engineer, Senior DevOps Engineer, Cloud Technical Lead, Principal Cloud Engineer, Platform Engineering Manager.
Are you a Business Development Manager that has existing relationships with electrical contractors, M&E firms or main contractors delivering commercial projects? Have you sold fire alarms, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms or life safety systems into the construction sector? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Benefits: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (Office-Based with UK Travel) Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance 22 + 8 bank holidays Full time permanent role Uncapped commission structure. Company vehicle or car allowance. Opportunity to shape and grow a key business division. Support from an established delivery, engineering and project management team. Genuine long-term career progression within a growing Fire & Security business. About the Company Our client is an established and trusted provider of integrated fire, security and life safety solutions across the UK. Delivering CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, Fire Detection and Life Safety Systems to commercial and retail clients nationwide, they are now seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to lead this expansion. The Role This is a strategic business development role focused on generating opportunities with electrical contractors, M&E contractors, consultants and main contractors who require specialist fire and security systems as part of larger construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects. You will be responsible for identifying projects at pre-construction stage, building long-term relationships with key decision-makers and securing opportunities for the company's fire and security solutions across the UK. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities with electrical contractors, M&E contractors and principal contractors. Promote Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm and Integrated Security Solutions. Build relationships with Estimators, Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Commercial Managers and Directors. Identify upcoming projects, tenders and framework opportunities. Attend client meetings, networking events and industry exhibitions. Prepare and submit proposals, quotations and tender responses. Work closely with estimating, design and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery. Maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and achieve agreed sales targets. Skills/Experience required: Proven Business Development experience within the Fire & Security sector. Strong understanding of CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms and Fire Detection Systems. Experience selling into electrical contractors, M&E contractors, consultants or main contractors. Existing industry network and ability to open doors with key decision-makers. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction project lifecycles. Motivated, ambitious and target-driven. Full UK Driving Licence. This role would suit a Fire & Security, Sales Manager or Business Development Manager, looking to leverage their industry contacts and play a pivotal role in the growth of a respected security and life safety specialist.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Are you a Business Development Manager that has existing relationships with electrical contractors, M&E firms or main contractors delivering commercial projects? Have you sold fire alarms, CCTV, access control, intruder alarms or life safety systems into the construction sector? If so, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Benefits: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire (Office-Based with UK Travel) Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission + Car Allowance 22 + 8 bank holidays Full time permanent role Uncapped commission structure. Company vehicle or car allowance. Opportunity to shape and grow a key business division. Support from an established delivery, engineering and project management team. Genuine long-term career progression within a growing Fire & Security business. About the Company Our client is an established and trusted provider of integrated fire, security and life safety solutions across the UK. Delivering CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, Fire Detection and Life Safety Systems to commercial and retail clients nationwide, they are now seeking an experienced Sales & Business Development Manager to lead this expansion. The Role This is a strategic business development role focused on generating opportunities with electrical contractors, M&E contractors, consultants and main contractors who require specialist fire and security systems as part of larger construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects. You will be responsible for identifying projects at pre-construction stage, building long-term relationships with key decision-makers and securing opportunities for the company's fire and security solutions across the UK. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities with electrical contractors, M&E contractors and principal contractors. Promote Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm and Integrated Security Solutions. Build relationships with Estimators, Project Managers, Contracts Managers, Commercial Managers and Directors. Identify upcoming projects, tenders and framework opportunities. Attend client meetings, networking events and industry exhibitions. Prepare and submit proposals, quotations and tender responses. Work closely with estimating, design and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery. Maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and achieve agreed sales targets. Skills/Experience required: Proven Business Development experience within the Fire & Security sector. Strong understanding of CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms and Fire Detection Systems. Experience selling into electrical contractors, M&E contractors, consultants or main contractors. Existing industry network and ability to open doors with key decision-makers. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction project lifecycles. Motivated, ambitious and target-driven. Full UK Driving Licence. This role would suit a Fire & Security, Sales Manager or Business Development Manager, looking to leverage their industry contacts and play a pivotal role in the growth of a respected security and life safety specialist.
Vacancy No 5560 Vacancy Title Principal Fire Engineer Location Essex About the Role Fire engineering is a profession built on continuous learning. Regulations evolve, building designs become increasingly complex, and expectations around safety and compliance continue to rise. The most successful fire engineers understand that technical excellence is not a destination but an ongoing journey. We provide an environment where experienced fire engineers can continue to grow while taking ownership of challenging and rewarding projects. You will play a key role in delivering complex fire engineering solutions, supporting the development of colleagues, and contributing to the technical strength of our team. We foster a collaborative culture where technical challenges are shared, ideas are openly discussed, and decisions are supported by collective expertise. In an increasingly complex building safety landscape, you will be part of a team that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities As a Principal Fire Engineer, you will: Lead the technical delivery and quality assurance of complex fire engineering projects across multiple sectors. Develop, review, and approve fire strategies for commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments. Apply both performance-based and prescriptive fire engineering approaches to achieve safe, practical, and compliant design solutions. Undertake and review qualitative and quantitative fire engineering assessments. Utilise fire and smoke modelling tools to assess building performance and interpret technical outputs. Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to junior and mid-level engineers. Contribute to project proposals, client presentations, and business development activities where appropriate. Liaise effectively with clients, architects, design teams, contractors, regulators, and approving authorities. Support the continuous improvement of technical standards, processes, and best practice within the business. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance, and the evolving Building Safety Act framework. About You Essential Requirements Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a closely related discipline. Significant post-graduate experience within a fire engineering consultancy environment, typically around seven years or more, although relevant experience and capability are more important than a specific number of years. Strong and current knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, Approved Documents, British Standards, and industry guidance. Proven experience preparing and delivering fire strategies for complex building projects. Ability to review, challenge, and quality-assure technical work produced by others. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively progressing towards chartership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities. Desirable Requirements Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE) or higher. Experience using fire and evacuation modelling software such as FDS, Pathfinder, or equivalent tools. Experience delivering projects across multiple sectors and building types. Exposure to commercial project delivery, client relationship management, or business development activities. Experience supporting, mentoring, or managing engineering teams. What We Offer Competitive salary. Opportunity to lead technically challenging and high-profile projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment focused on professional growth. Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. Ongoing support towards professional development and chartership progression. The opportunity to contribute to the future growth and technical direction of the business. Why Join Us Your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your contribution recognised. You will work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality fire engineering solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence. If you are an ambitious fire engineer looking to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you. This version is suitable for LinkedIn, company websites, recruitment agencies, and direct candidate outreach while positioning the role as a genuine senior-level opportunity rather than a purely technical delivery position. 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Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Vacancy No 5560 Vacancy Title Principal Fire Engineer Location Essex About the Role Fire engineering is a profession built on continuous learning. Regulations evolve, building designs become increasingly complex, and expectations around safety and compliance continue to rise. The most successful fire engineers understand that technical excellence is not a destination but an ongoing journey. We provide an environment where experienced fire engineers can continue to grow while taking ownership of challenging and rewarding projects. You will play a key role in delivering complex fire engineering solutions, supporting the development of colleagues, and contributing to the technical strength of our team. We foster a collaborative culture where technical challenges are shared, ideas are openly discussed, and decisions are supported by collective expertise. In an increasingly complex building safety landscape, you will be part of a team that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities As a Principal Fire Engineer, you will: Lead the technical delivery and quality assurance of complex fire engineering projects across multiple sectors. Develop, review, and approve fire strategies for commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments. Apply both performance-based and prescriptive fire engineering approaches to achieve safe, practical, and compliant design solutions. Undertake and review qualitative and quantitative fire engineering assessments. Utilise fire and smoke modelling tools to assess building performance and interpret technical outputs. Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to junior and mid-level engineers. Contribute to project proposals, client presentations, and business development activities where appropriate. Liaise effectively with clients, architects, design teams, contractors, regulators, and approving authorities. Support the continuous improvement of technical standards, processes, and best practice within the business. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, guidance, and the evolving Building Safety Act framework. About You Essential Requirements Degree qualified in Fire Engineering or a closely related discipline. Significant post-graduate experience within a fire engineering consultancy environment, typically around seven years or more, although relevant experience and capability are more important than a specific number of years. Strong and current knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, Approved Documents, British Standards, and industry guidance. Proven experience preparing and delivering fire strategies for complex building projects. Ability to review, challenge, and quality-assure technical work produced by others. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively progressing towards chartership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities. Desirable Requirements Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (MIFireE) or higher. Experience using fire and evacuation modelling software such as FDS, Pathfinder, or equivalent tools. Experience delivering projects across multiple sectors and building types. Exposure to commercial project delivery, client relationship management, or business development activities. Experience supporting, mentoring, or managing engineering teams. What We Offer Competitive salary. Opportunity to lead technically challenging and high-profile projects. A collaborative and supportive team environment focused on professional growth. Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors. Ongoing support towards professional development and chartership progression. The opportunity to contribute to the future growth and technical direction of the business. Why Join Us Your expertise will be valued, your development supported, and your contribution recognised. You will work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to delivering high-quality fire engineering solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and technical excellence. If you are an ambitious fire engineer looking to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact, we would welcome the opportunity to hear from you. This version is suitable for LinkedIn, company websites, recruitment agencies, and direct candidate outreach while positioning the role as a genuine senior-level opportunity rather than a purely technical delivery position. 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We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Severn Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Severn Bridge Manager is responsible for the management of all technical, engineering and operational aspects relating to the Severn Bridge. This includes ensuring operational and structural safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. The Bridge Manager leads the planning and delivery of inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, and acts as the primary interface with the Client's team. The Severn Bridge is a nationally significant, Grade I listed suspension structure that has connected England and Wales since 1966, embodying engineering innovation through its pioneering aerodynamic deck design and enduring resilience in a challenging estuarial environment. As Bridge Manager, you will take stewardship of an asset that helped set new global standards for long-span bridge design, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and future-ready for the millions who depend on it. This role is an opportunity to lead with purpose - preserving a landmark of engineering excellence while delivering high-quality service, robust maintenance, and operational assurance for one of the UK's most iconic crossings. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Severn Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Severn Bridge Manager is responsible for the management of all technical, engineering and operational aspects relating to the Severn Bridge. This includes ensuring operational and structural safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. The Bridge Manager leads the planning and delivery of inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, and acts as the primary interface with the Client's team. The Severn Bridge is a nationally significant, Grade I listed suspension structure that has connected England and Wales since 1966, embodying engineering innovation through its pioneering aerodynamic deck design and enduring resilience in a challenging estuarial environment. As Bridge Manager, you will take stewardship of an asset that helped set new global standards for long-span bridge design, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and future-ready for the millions who depend on it. This role is an opportunity to lead with purpose - preserving a landmark of engineering excellence while delivering high-quality service, robust maintenance, and operational assurance for one of the UK's most iconic crossings. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Hampshire Engineering Services' (ES) Quantity Surveying section is part of the Contracts Section within ES. We're looking for a proactive and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team of dedicated commercial professionals. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects, develop your technical expertise, and contribute to the commercial success of a diverse portfolio of work. You'll be working closely with quantity surveyors, project managers, engineers and clients, supporting the full commercial lifecycle from initial estimates through to final accounts. For further information about our service and our recent projects, please visit Engineering Services Careers . The Role: To provide a full professional quantity surveying function (construction, financial, contractual and procurement management) to the Department for the implementation of construction projects in accordance with the Council's requirements. To support the Principal Quantity Surveyor, as required, with the management of the QS Section including giving guidance to other project and technical staff. You will play a key role in managing the financial and contractual aspects of projects from inception through to completion. The role focuses on ensuring that projects are delivered within budget and provide value for money. What you'll do: In this role, you will prepare tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities, and develop cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans across all stages of design. You will administer NEC4 contracts, managing compensation events, early warnings, and contractual notices, while carrying out site measurements and valuations to assess progress and payment applications. You will be responsible for ensuring effective cost control across capital and maintenance projects, producing accurate financial reports, and forecasting final outturn costs. Working closely with project managers and clients, you will establish budgets, assess contractor entitlements, and contribute to successful final account settlements. The role also involves implementing contract and procurement strategies, managing project delivery within agreed timescales and budgets, and coordinating internal teams and external consultants. Strong collaboration with engineers, planners, contractors, and stakeholders is essential to ensure accurate cost information and sound commercial decision-making. In addition, you will support risk management activities, contribute to best practice in contract administration, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with organisational procedures and financial regulations. What we're looking for: We are seeking a candidate educated to HND or degree level in a relevant discipline, ideally holding MRICS status or equivalent experience. You will have proven experience in quantity surveying within a civil engineering environment, with a strong working knowledge of the Model Contract Documents for Highways Works and the New Engineering Contract. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and a positive approach to personal development and supporting others. A good understanding of Standing Orders, Financial Regulations, and Codes of Practice within a local authority setting is essential, along with familiarity with council structures and procedures. The successful candidate will be able to manage and deliver small to medium-sized construction contracts to financial completion with minimal supervision. You will also be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates across all project stages, ensuring appropriate funding is secured. Strong organisational skills are required to manage workload effectively and meet time and cost objectives. You will build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, promote best practice, and support team development through mentoring and a commitment to continuous professional development. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the Right to Work in the UK before applying.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Hampshire Engineering Services' (ES) Quantity Surveying section is part of the Contracts Section within ES. We're looking for a proactive and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team of dedicated commercial professionals. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects, develop your technical expertise, and contribute to the commercial success of a diverse portfolio of work. You'll be working closely with quantity surveyors, project managers, engineers and clients, supporting the full commercial lifecycle from initial estimates through to final accounts. For further information about our service and our recent projects, please visit Engineering Services Careers . The Role: To provide a full professional quantity surveying function (construction, financial, contractual and procurement management) to the Department for the implementation of construction projects in accordance with the Council's requirements. To support the Principal Quantity Surveyor, as required, with the management of the QS Section including giving guidance to other project and technical staff. You will play a key role in managing the financial and contractual aspects of projects from inception through to completion. The role focuses on ensuring that projects are delivered within budget and provide value for money. What you'll do: In this role, you will prepare tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities, and develop cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans across all stages of design. You will administer NEC4 contracts, managing compensation events, early warnings, and contractual notices, while carrying out site measurements and valuations to assess progress and payment applications. You will be responsible for ensuring effective cost control across capital and maintenance projects, producing accurate financial reports, and forecasting final outturn costs. Working closely with project managers and clients, you will establish budgets, assess contractor entitlements, and contribute to successful final account settlements. The role also involves implementing contract and procurement strategies, managing project delivery within agreed timescales and budgets, and coordinating internal teams and external consultants. Strong collaboration with engineers, planners, contractors, and stakeholders is essential to ensure accurate cost information and sound commercial decision-making. In addition, you will support risk management activities, contribute to best practice in contract administration, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with organisational procedures and financial regulations. What we're looking for: We are seeking a candidate educated to HND or degree level in a relevant discipline, ideally holding MRICS status or equivalent experience. You will have proven experience in quantity surveying within a civil engineering environment, with a strong working knowledge of the Model Contract Documents for Highways Works and the New Engineering Contract. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and a positive approach to personal development and supporting others. A good understanding of Standing Orders, Financial Regulations, and Codes of Practice within a local authority setting is essential, along with familiarity with council structures and procedures. The successful candidate will be able to manage and deliver small to medium-sized construction contracts to financial completion with minimal supervision. You will also be responsible for producing accurate cost estimates across all project stages, ensuring appropriate funding is secured. Strong organisational skills are required to manage workload effectively and meet time and cost objectives. You will build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, promote best practice, and support team development through mentoring and a commitment to continuous professional development. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the Right to Work in the UK before applying.
Principal Electronics Engineer Basildon 6-Month Contract Paying up to 75p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Undertake project tasks covered by a statement of work, detailing input, processes and output together with cost/timescale constraints to ensure delivery of project objectives. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testability. Present robust engineering solutions at design and peer reviews to ensure technical accuracy of specifications, designs and reports. Completing requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB Layout (Dx Designer and Expedition - Siemens EDA), circuit simulation, driving the design review process whilst collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing. High Speed Digital circuit design including use of LVDS, JESD204 and/or Ethernet communications. FPGA & Processor circuit design including use of DDR memory devices and supporting power and peripheral circuits. Analogue circuit design of low noise signal conditioning circuits and use of ADC?s & DAC?s. Power supply design including low noise, low power, compact design. Required Experience Hold a First or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) with some specialisation in electronic techniques. Experience of circuit simulation and PCB signal & power integrity analysis. Experience of DFx (designing for cost, test and manufacturability) Experience in System level and sub-system integration and Debug. Experience of PCB development tools and process (preferably Siemens EDA) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Principal Electronics Engineer Basildon 6-Month Contract Paying up to 75p/h (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Undertake project tasks covered by a statement of work, detailing input, processes and output together with cost/timescale constraints to ensure delivery of project objectives. Design of engineering solutions taking into account all requirements such as product quality, safety, reliability and testability. Present robust engineering solutions at design and peer reviews to ensure technical accuracy of specifications, designs and reports. Completing requirements capture, schematic capture and PCB Layout (Dx Designer and Expedition - Siemens EDA), circuit simulation, driving the design review process whilst collaborating with other engineering functions and manufacturing. High Speed Digital circuit design including use of LVDS, JESD204 and/or Ethernet communications. FPGA & Processor circuit design including use of DDR memory devices and supporting power and peripheral circuits. Analogue circuit design of low noise signal conditioning circuits and use of ADC?s & DAC?s. Power supply design including low noise, low power, compact design. Required Experience Hold a First or second degree (BSc, BEng, MEng, MSc, PhD, EngD) in Electronic Engineering (preferable) or related science (e.g. Physics) with some specialisation in electronic techniques. Experience of circuit simulation and PCB signal & power integrity analysis. Experience of DFx (designing for cost, test and manufacturability) Experience in System level and sub-system integration and Debug. Experience of PCB development tools and process (preferably Siemens EDA) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
You will be travelling around the central London area. You will be out roughly once a week, the rest of the time will be writing up reports in the office. You must have experience in structural inspections You'll inspect structures as part of defined programme, ensuring compliance with performance and programme targets. Duties: Carry out and complete PIs and GIs as defined by the programme set by your line manager. Complete reports against client specifications for said inspections. Maintain inspections excellence by checking reports of other inspection staff. Review the progress against programme and by cost against inspections, ensuring margin targets are maintained. Meet year on year efficiency targets whilst maintaining quality standards. Prepare and review RA/MS documents relating to structures inspections. Ensure working practices adhere to the RA/MS. Attend/assist with network incidents as necessary. Be available to work both overnight and on weekends as the programme dictates. Person Spec: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience Commitment to a high level of health and safety performance Demonstrable experience in undertaking General and Principal inspections of highway structures. Working understanding of bridge condition indicators. Working knowledge of BridgeStation (desirable). Experience of leading and undertaking structures inspections. Experience in the design of concrete and/or steel highway structures (desirable). Background in construction and maintenance of highway structures and related assets (desirable). Ability to work in water and at height. (desirable) Valid PTS/BTA. (desirable) Full UK driving license. CSCS, PTS, Confined Space, IPAF needed
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
You will be travelling around the central London area. You will be out roughly once a week, the rest of the time will be writing up reports in the office. You must have experience in structural inspections You'll inspect structures as part of defined programme, ensuring compliance with performance and programme targets. Duties: Carry out and complete PIs and GIs as defined by the programme set by your line manager. Complete reports against client specifications for said inspections. Maintain inspections excellence by checking reports of other inspection staff. Review the progress against programme and by cost against inspections, ensuring margin targets are maintained. Meet year on year efficiency targets whilst maintaining quality standards. Prepare and review RA/MS documents relating to structures inspections. Ensure working practices adhere to the RA/MS. Attend/assist with network incidents as necessary. Be available to work both overnight and on weekends as the programme dictates. Person Spec: Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience Commitment to a high level of health and safety performance Demonstrable experience in undertaking General and Principal inspections of highway structures. Working understanding of bridge condition indicators. Working knowledge of BridgeStation (desirable). Experience of leading and undertaking structures inspections. Experience in the design of concrete and/or steel highway structures (desirable). Background in construction and maintenance of highway structures and related assets (desirable). Ability to work in water and at height. (desirable) Valid PTS/BTA. (desirable) Full UK driving license. CSCS, PTS, Confined Space, IPAF needed
Overview An established engineering organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions is seeking a Principal Software Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of complex development programmes. This role combines strategic software leadership with hands-on technical oversight, supporting the delivery of embedded and application software solutions within highly regulated environments. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, helping to shape software architecture, development practices, tooling, and technical direction while supporting a team of experienced software engineers. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across multiple software projects, ensuring robust architectures, effective reuse of software components, and adoption of appropriate development tools and methodologies. Support software leads and project teams in defining software requirements, architecture, design approaches, and implementation strategies. Drive consistency in software engineering standards, processes, and best practice across development teams. Work closely with systems, hardware and firmware engineers to ensure integrated and coherent technical solutions. Support project planning activities, helping teams deliver value to customers through well-structured development roadmaps. Review software designs, architectures, and implementation approaches, providing guidance and resolving technical challenges where required. Promote modular software design and the creation of reusable software frameworks and components. Lead the adoption of modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development principles. Champion continuous improvement initiatives relating to software tools, processes, standards, and ways of working. Mentor and develop engineers, supporting technical growth across the wider software function. Lead technical reviews and approve key engineering documentation. Contribute to customer proposals, bids and technical solution development, including effort estimation and risk assessment. Support information security and governance requirements in line with organisational and customer obligations. Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering leadership within a complex engineering environment. Strong background in one or more of the following: C/C++ Rust Embedded software development Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Windows or Linux application development Device driver development Proven track record delivering complex software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle. Strong understanding of software architecture, design methodologies, coding standards, verification, validation and configuration management. Experience implementing software development best practice, including automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Familiarity with version control, defect management and change management tools. Experience working within regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, space, communications or other safety/security-critical sectors. Knowledge of modelling techniques and tools such as UML, SysML or Enterprise Architect would be beneficial. Exposure to secure software development and cryptographic systems would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Overview An established engineering organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions is seeking a Principal Software Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of complex development programmes. This role combines strategic software leadership with hands-on technical oversight, supporting the delivery of embedded and application software solutions within highly regulated environments. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, helping to shape software architecture, development practices, tooling, and technical direction while supporting a team of experienced software engineers. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across multiple software projects, ensuring robust architectures, effective reuse of software components, and adoption of appropriate development tools and methodologies. Support software leads and project teams in defining software requirements, architecture, design approaches, and implementation strategies. Drive consistency in software engineering standards, processes, and best practice across development teams. Work closely with systems, hardware and firmware engineers to ensure integrated and coherent technical solutions. Support project planning activities, helping teams deliver value to customers through well-structured development roadmaps. Review software designs, architectures, and implementation approaches, providing guidance and resolving technical challenges where required. Promote modular software design and the creation of reusable software frameworks and components. Lead the adoption of modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development principles. Champion continuous improvement initiatives relating to software tools, processes, standards, and ways of working. Mentor and develop engineers, supporting technical growth across the wider software function. Lead technical reviews and approve key engineering documentation. Contribute to customer proposals, bids and technical solution development, including effort estimation and risk assessment. Support information security and governance requirements in line with organisational and customer obligations. Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering leadership within a complex engineering environment. Strong background in one or more of the following: C/C++ Rust Embedded software development Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Windows or Linux application development Device driver development Proven track record delivering complex software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle. Strong understanding of software architecture, design methodologies, coding standards, verification, validation and configuration management. Experience implementing software development best practice, including automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Familiarity with version control, defect management and change management tools. Experience working within regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, space, communications or other safety/security-critical sectors. Knowledge of modelling techniques and tools such as UML, SysML or Enterprise Architect would be beneficial. Exposure to secure software development and cryptographic systems would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline.
We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Avonmouth Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Avonmouth Bridge Manager oversees all technical, engineering, and operational aspects of the Avonmouth Bridge, ensuring its safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual standards. You'll lead inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, acting as the main point of contact for the Client's team. The Avonmouth Bridge is a crucial M5 crossing over the River Avon, a 1,388-metre steel box-girder structure carrying over 100,000 vehicles daily. As a vital gateway, it connects Bristol and the wider region, enduring heavy traffic and challenging conditions. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
We are excited to offer a permanent opportunity for an accomplished Avonmouth Bridge Manager join our Specialist Bridges Inspection and Maintenance (SBIM) team in Bristol. The Avonmouth Bridge Manager oversees all technical, engineering, and operational aspects of the Avonmouth Bridge, ensuring its safety, resilience, and compliance with statutory and contractual standards. You'll lead inspections, maintenance, renewals, and enhancements, acting as the main point of contact for the Client's team. The Avonmouth Bridge is a crucial M5 crossing over the River Avon, a 1,388-metre steel box-girder structure carrying over 100,000 vehicles daily. As a vital gateway, it connects Bristol and the wider region, enduring heavy traffic and challenging conditions. As Bridge Manager, you'll steward this complex crossing, lead safe operations and targeted renewals, and proactively maintain its deck, welds, and access systems. Your leadership will keep the bridge resilient for road users, communities, and businesses alike. A central aspect of the role is to maximise value for money by driving operational efficiency and productivity. You'll coordinate workbanks, access, resources, and supply chains for smooth delivery and minimal disruption. The standard hours of work are 40 per week What You'll Do: Manage specialist bridge inspections, cyclic and reactive maintenance, and renewal schemes including design coordination and operational delivery. Ensure compliance and delivery of operations in accordance with CDM Regulations. Deliver maintenance solutions. Deliver incident response and instant repairs. Support delivery of renewal schemes including design, construction, and site supervision. Ensure compliance with ISO standards including ISO31000 (Risk Management), ISO22301 (Business Continuity), ISO9001 (Quality), and ISO14001 (Environmental). Maintain and manage Client's Stocks and Premises. Implement a management system that addresses the 'Purple book' and gantry O&M manuals for their respective bridge. Line management of an inspection and operations team. Provide technical leadership to a team of inspectors, Project Managers and delivery teams. Coordinate all work activities to maximise productivity, efficiency and value for money, ensuring seamless integration of inspections, maintenance, renewals and access operations. Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car / Car allowance Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Essential Extensive technical expertise in large structures. Ability to manage complex portfolios, including inspections, design, and project delivery. Experience leading operational teams and projects from start to finish. Proven client relationship management with senior and sensitive stakeholders. Experience managing multiple projects and balancing tasks in live environments. Strong contract delivery experience, including NEC contracts, and understanding of programme, cost, risk, and safety. Ability to coordinate traffic, access, resources, and supply chain for safe and efficient works. Experience in high-risk, time-critical settings with rapid decision-making. Ability to integrate multiple workstreams and minimise disruption. Principal Contractor experience, with CDM and safe site operations knowledge. Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and safe delivery. Experience in contracting environments, with commercial awareness and risk mitigation. Understanding and delivery of commercial contracts, meeting business targets. Desirable Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer (MICE/MIStructE) or working towards chartership. NEC 4 Accredited Project Manager. Chartered APM, Prince 2, or equivalent qualification. Experience with remote monitoring systems (CCTV, WIM, wind monitoring, dehumidification). If you are passionate about engineering, thrive on technical challenges, and are ready to take a leading role in maintaining some of the UK's most significant bridges, we encourage you to apply. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at (url removed)