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End-to-end purchasing strategy UK manufacturing operations Visible business impact Birmingham Circa. £50,000 + benefits We're working with a renowned manufacturing business looking to appoint a Purchasing & Scheduling Manager to take ownership of procurement, production planning and inventory management across its UK operation.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, building supplier relationships and ensuring manufacturing operations run smoothly. The role offers a mix of strategic responsibility and hands-on involvement, with the opportunity to make a real impact on business performance. What you'll be doing as Purchasing & Scheduling Manager: Leading purchasing activities and supplier relationships Driving production planning and scheduling across the manufacturing operation Ensuring materials and stock are available to support customer demand Working closely with manufacturing, warehouse, finance and commercial teams Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance service levels Leading and developing a small team About you: You may already be a Purchasing & Scheduling Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Planning Manager or Senior Buyer looking for your next challenge.We're interested in speaking with people who have experience within a manufacturing environment and who enjoy solving problems, improving processes and building strong relationships across a business.Most importantly, you'll be commercially minded, organised, proactive and motivated by making a tangible difference. Why apply? Key leadership role within a growing business Opportunity to influence purchasing and operational strategy International exposure and collaboration Supportive and collaborative culture Genuine opportunity to drive change and continuous improvement Interested? Apply today for a confidential discussion quoting job reference 10413.

Senior Project Manager - National Grid Substations (National Grid Person) Location: Ideally Based in London or South East England - Nationwide Patch Salary: 80,000 - 85,000 per annum (DOE) + Package Job Type: Permanent Start Date: July 20th Overview: A leading contractor delivering major transmission and energy infrastructure projects across the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of National Grid substation projects across London and the surrounding regions. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated project professional with a strong background in high-voltage transmission infrastructure to join a growing business with a substantial pipeline of National Grid and energy transition projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading multi-disciplinary project teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end delivery of National Grid substation projects from pre-construction through to completion. Manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks, and commercial performance. Act as the primary point of contact for National Grid, consultants, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with National Grid standards, project specifications, and contractual obligations. Oversee project planning, procurement strategies, and resource allocation. Lead and mentor project teams including Site Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, and subcontractors. Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where required. Drive a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture across all project activities. Manage project reporting, forecasts, cost control, and client communications. Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with CDM regulations and company HSEQ procedures. Support business development activities and contribute to future project opportunities within the transmission and distribution sector. Essential Requirements: Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, or equivalent leadership role within the power transmission or substation sector. Strong experience delivering National Grid substation projects, ideally up to 400kV. Excellent understanding of NEC contracts and commercial project management. Demonstrable experience managing multi-million-pound infrastructure projects. Strong stakeholder management and client-facing experience. Knowledge of National Grid standards, procedures, and project delivery requirements. Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management qualification. National Grid Person. Full UK Driving Licence. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Desirable Qualifications & Experience: Previous experience delivering transmission infrastructure, AIS/GIS substations, HVDC, BESS, or major power infrastructure projects. Experience managing multidisciplinary civil, mechanical, and electrical packages. What's on Offer: Competitive salary of 80,000 - 85,000 per annum depending on experience. Company car or car allowance. Pension scheme. Private healthcare. Annual bonus scheme. Life assurance. Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities. Opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant National Grid infrastructure projects. If you are an experienced Project Manager looking to play a key role in delivering critical energy infrastructure projects across the UK transmission network, we would be keen to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service. VolkerStevin is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) to join its team based in the Warrington/Macclesfield area. Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will take the lead on all commercial and contractual aspects of assigned projects. The role also involves overseeing and managing a broader commercial team to ensure the successful delivery of each project. Role Overview: Lead and manage the commercial team on one or more projects as required to ensure successful delivery. Tender: Review and commercially assess the main contract conditions and advise on risk and scope areas Review and commercially assess sub-contract packages for incorporation into the main tender when required. Review tender information for value engineering opportunities Assist the bid team as required. Assist and review as required by senior management. Tender input as required Pre-construction: Produce a procurement schedule in close conjunction with the project lead Ensure that all aspects of the project are understood and make effective use of the tender handover. Understand and be aware of the tender book allowances, risk and scopes. Establish the first profit and loss forecast. Ensure the project team are aware of their roles and responsibilities with particular reference to the business's commercial interests. Subcontract management: Ensure the commercial team are administering all subcontracts in accordance with the terms. Provide a first line of support for dispute mitigation. Provide support to the project team to ensure packages are let in accordance with company policy and within budget to maximise project gains. Client: Ensure that the client aspirations are understood and relationships are maintained and developed over the lifecycle of the project. Provide the client with a commercial contact to discuss any potential disputes or changes which could impact on the delivery. Maintaining the business's commercial interests whilst also maintaining professional relations with the client. Ensure that the client's expectations are well managed Provide the client with cash flow and final account forecasts updated monthly. Commercial: Ensure that the commercial team comply with the company commercial policy and perform their roles to the required standard. Manage the team and inform the commercial manager should the requirements of the project change and staffing levels need adjusting. Be accountable for the development of programme awareness of his site team. Produce, monitor, chase and complete warranty, pcg & bond tracking schedules for consultants, main contract and subcontract Post construction : Complete and action post-contract reviews Resolve main contract and finalise all formalities promptly Settle all sub-contracts and secure signed final accounts Archive documentation in line with company policy Ensure defects are rectified post-PC; issue notices for non-compliance Apply for, invoice, and chase retention payments Retain project responsibility until defects certificate is issued About you An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate experience as a Senior QS/QS. A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained. (Essential) If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance Flexible working opportunities programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

Bid Manager (Co.Derry) Your new company You will be joining a well-established Co.Derry based civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. The organisation is experiencing sustained growth and is now seeking an experienced Bid Manager to strengthen its pre-construction function and support continued expansion. Your new role As Bid Manager, you will lead the full bid lifecycle from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission. You will coordinate internal technical teams, develop compelling bid strategies, and ensure all submissions are compliant, commercially robust, and aligned with client requirements. You will take ownership of tender programmes, manage clarifications, and drive the production of high-quality written content that clearly communicates value, innovation, and capability. This role will see you working closely with senior leadership, contributing to pipeline development and helping shape the organisation's competitive position in the market. What you'll need to succeed You will bring proven experience managing bids within the civil engineering or wider construction sector, with a strong understanding of public and private procurement processes. You will be confident leading multidisciplinary teams, able to manage multiple deadlines, and skilled at transforming technical information into clear, persuasive narrative. Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, organised approach will be essential. What you'll get in return You will join a forward-thinking contractor offering long-term career progression, exposure to major infrastructure opportunities, and the chance to influence strategic growth. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, along with a supportive environment that values collaboration and high performance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Your new company We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven procurement professional to take ownership of a high-impact IT category within a forward-thinking organisation delivering essential services.This is an opportunity to shape sourcing strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and drive measurable value across a complex supplier landscape. You'll play a key role in ensuring that IT procurement delivers innovation, efficiency, and long-term commercial benefit. Your new role You will lead the full sourcing life cycle for IT spend, developing and delivering category strategies that balance value creation, cost optimisation, and risk management. Working closely with business leaders, you'll influence demand, drive smarter buying practices, and ensure best-in-class supplier performance.Key Responsibilities Develop and implement IT category and demand strategies aligned to business objectives Lead commercial activities across the sourcing life cycle, delivering value and minimising total cost of ownership Manage end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including tenders, negotiations, and contract awards Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers, influencing decision-making Drive cost reduction initiatives through standardisation, aggregation, and reduction of tail spend Manage a portfolio of IT suppliers, ensuring performance, innovation, and continuous improvement Ensure procurement activity is compliant with relevant regulations and statutory requirements Embed health, safety, and wellbeing considerations into sourcing and supplier selection processes Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement practices, tools, and governance What you'll need to succeed You're a confident and proactive procurement professional with a strong track record in IT category management or strategic sourcing.You'll bring: Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse and present complex data clearly Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills Experience managing multiple work streams in a fast-paced environment Proven success delivering cost savings and value outcomes Knowledge of IT supply markets and/or regulated industry environments Experience working across multi-disciplinary teams and engaging senior stakeholders A resilient, self-starting mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Desirable Experience Understanding of regulated procurement environments Professional procurement qualifications (e.g. CIPS/MCIPS) Project management experience or certification What you'll get in return Competitive benefits package 2-3 days a week in the office Salary range of £53,000 - £66,000 dependent on experience, plus bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to support the successful delivery of earthworks and major infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused professional to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering high-quality projects across multiple sectors. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Working closely with operational teams, you will ensure commercial objectives are achieved while maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial performance of multiple earthworks and infrastructure projects. Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, valuations, and cost reports. Administer contracts and manage change control processes. Support procurement activities and subcontractor management. Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project value. Assist with client negotiations and final account settlements. Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures. About You Experience in a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, or similar role within civil engineering or infrastructure. Strong knowledge of NEC contracts, with wider exposure to JCT and other forms beneficial. Excellent commercial awareness and financial management skills. Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities. Able to work collaboratively within project teams while maintaining commercial control. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that values professional development and career progression. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Business Development Manager Location/Territory: Local Lancashire & North Manchester Region Salary: Up to £50,000 (dependent on experience) + bonus (OTE up to 100% of salary) Package: Company car or allowance, flexible benefits, up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays & holiday purchase scheme) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Sector: Packaging Distribution & Solutions Protecting what matters, together We re dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can build a sales career that grows. With over 75 years of industry expertise, we offer stability alongside a forward-thinking, growth-focused culture. Our fast-paced, results-driven environment will challenge and stretch you, but it also provides genuine opportunities for progression and long-term success. We reward performance, support development, and empower our people to take ownership of their careers. If you re motivated by winning new business and building something meaningful, you ll thrive here. The Business Development Manager Role This is a new business, field-based sales role focused on driving profitable growth across your assigned local territory. You will take ownership of developing a robust sales pipeline, targeting and converting new customers through a consultative, solution-led approach. Working closely with internal teams and regional leadership, you will identify opportunities, conduct packaging audits, present tailored solutions, and secure profitable new business opportunities across a broad range of sectors. Alongside self-generated opportunities, you will also benefit from access to quality sales lead data and existing prospect information to support your activity. Initially, there will additionally be a focus on re-engaging selected lapsed and dormant customer accounts, identifying opportunities to win back and develop profitable trading relationships. The role will primarily focus on developing small-to-medium sized customer accounts, typically securing new business opportunities in the region of £25,000-£40,000 annual spend, contributing towards an annual new business target of approximately £400,000. Supported by an Internal Sales Coordinator, you ll spend much of your time out in the field - attending customer meetings, engaging prospects, building relationships, and closing deals - whilst maintaining strong pipeline discipline through effective CRM utilisation, structured sales planning, and proactive territory management. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a structured territory sales plan focused on new business acquisition Identify, target, and win new customers through cold calling, networking, referrals, and marketing leads Build and maintain a strong, active pipeline to consistently achieve and exceed new business targets Conduct customer site visits and packaging audits to identify improvement opportunities Present tailored, solution-led proposals aligned to customer needs and commercial objectives Negotiate pricing and commercial terms to maximise margin and long-term value Work closely with internal teams (sales support, procurement, logistics) to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all activity, opportunities, and pipeline via CRM (MS Dynamics) Collaborate with wider regional and national teams to maximise cross-selling opportunities What You Will Bring Essential: Minimum of two years experience in a B2B field sales role focused on targeted new business acquisition To effectively manage this local territory, you should ideally live within approximately 30 minutes drive of our Heywood site and be familiar with selling into the proposed Lancashire/Northern Manchester area. Proven track record of winning new business and achieving sales targets The ability to work in a targeted fashion, utilising leads & data to proactively attack & win back lapsed client accounts Strong consultative selling approach with the ability to identify needs and deliver tailored products & solutions. Proven experience of developing existing customer accounts whilst effectively managing margins, profitability and commercial growth opportunities. Experience generating own leads through cold calling, networking, and proactive prospecting Experience of selling high volume consumable products with multi-product catalogue/SKUs (if not packaging, stationary/office products, PPE/workwear/safety products, hygiene/janitorial or industrial consumables could all be a potential fit). Commercial awareness with the ability to negotiate effectively and protect margin Self-motivated, resilient, and comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role Excellent communication and presentation skills Valid UK driving licence Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM systems Desirable: Experience within packaging, manufacturing, distribution, or a related technical product environment Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics CRM What You Will Get We provide a competitive basic salary alongside a lucrative bonus structure designed to recognise and incentivise success. Our flexible benefits package can include: 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 with service) plus all public/bank holidays Additional holiday purchase scheme Contributory pension scheme Company car or cash allowance (including electric options) Employee assistance programme to support wellbeing Extensive training and development opportunities Employee discount scheme (retail and leisure) Annual paid volunteering day Simply Health/Dental or BUPA options (role dependent) Enhanced HR policies and long service awards Charitable giving options Financial support with eye tests and glasses (DSE users) EE mobile discount scheme Your Future With Us At Macfarlane Group, we actively support career progression and internal mobility. This role offers a clear pathway into senior sales or leadership positions, supported by structured development plans and ongoing training. You ll have access to both internal expertise and external development programmes, including accredited pathways with organisations such as the Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM) and the Institute of Sales Professionals (ISP). How to Apply/Next Steps We are moving quickly to identify high-calibre candidates and expect to begin interviews shortly. Please click apply to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you have not heard from us within 2-3 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly. No recruitment agencies please

Senior MEP Project Manager Birmingham 85,000 - 120,000 + Travel Allowance + Stay Away Expensed + Discretionary Bonus + Pension + Holidays + Private Medical Insurance + Package + Technical Progression + 'Immediate Start' Take on the role of a Senior MEP Project Manager with a rapidly growing contractor in the thriving data centre and mission-critical construction sector. This role offers a clear path to progression into senior management. In this role, you will be reporting directly to the project director and form part of the leadership team which includes both operational and client engagement. You will oversee the full lifecycle of MEP works, from design coordination and technical tender assessments to subcontractor management and project execution. Your responsibilities will span procurement, programme and budget control, quality assurance, and client engagement. You will lead technical teams, manage daily activities across contractors and vendors, and ensure full compliance with project delivery standards across mission critical projects. Your Role as a Senior MEP Project Manager Will Include: Establish risk and opportunity management procedures and exercises including an early warning system which identifies potential risks or changes Responsible for handover of Project(s) to operations team, including the resolution of all defects Developing special solutions / value engineering for MEP Works Liaise with clients where applicable and manage both their needs and expectations As a Senior MEP Project Manager, You Will Have: Strong MEP construction background - either mechanical or electrical bias Demonstrated success delivering complex commercial, industrial, logistics, pharmaceutical or mission critical projects Background in leading high-value construction projects within structured, fast-paced environments. Familiarity with full project lifecycle, from design coordination to commissioning and handover

Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:

Title: Project Manager Duration: 12 Months Location: Sheffield (Minimum 3 days per week onsite) Rate: 60- 62p/h via Umbrella Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in alignment with subcontracted Project Controllers. Monitor and control the project budget to ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with financial constraints. Identify, record, and manage risks and issues, while developing and implementing mitigation strategies and capturing opportunities where appropriate. Support the technical team (PI and engineers) in delivering technical outcomes, ensuring research activity and deliverables meet required standards and that transition points are achieved. This will include checking with engineers on the status of RL gates. Coordinate procurement activities in collaboration with technical leads, SM, ISC, and business support specialists. Lead the project team, fostering effective communication and collaboration among internal team members and external partners. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, change logs, and progress updates. Lead reporting activities within the consortium to ensure reports are delivered on time and to the required quality and format. Work closely with the POC to communicate relevant information in line with the agreed scope and budget to the UK Government. The Lead will retain responsibility for the relationship with leadership and the UK Government. Escalate issues to leadership, where necessary, in a timely manner. Coordinate with HICOMS projects to ensure plans are delivered within agreed timelines and to the required specifications. Lead project management meetings with partners, both at consortium level and in one-to-one meetings. Meet regularly with the Lead to align on finances, milestones, and other execution metrics. Provide relevant information, including project updates and financial data, to the Portfolio Lead as required. Required Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Certified Project Manager (e.g., PMP, Prince2 Practitioner) preferred. 5+ years' project management experience in R&D, engineering, or research programme environments. Demonstrable experience managing government-funded projects and delivering formal reporting to government stakeholders (namely ATI and IUK). Experience working in a portfolio environment and coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic outcomes. Experience communicating project status to senior leadership through written communication. Required Skills & Competencies Strong planning and financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control. Expertise in risk and issue management, with a proven ability to implement effective mitigation strategies. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both verbal and written. Proven ability to support technical teams and translate technical progress into project deliverables and gate approvals. Strong procurement coordination experience and understanding of contracting and purchasing processes. Strong team leadership skills, including motivating teams, performance management, and conflict resolution. Familiarity with relevant compliance, ethics, and documentation standards, including UK requirements and client policies. Thank you for taking the time to apply! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Business Development Manager Salary: £50k to £65k plus Uncapped Commission Location: Portsmouth/Hybrid Our client is an industry leading is a UK-based company that specialises in providing custom built computer hardware, and IT managed services to Businesses and the Public Sector. This role will focus on the Maritime Sector of Defence This is a consultative, collaborative and solution-led business development role focused on driving revenue growth. You ll be supported by the Head of Defence Sales, Business Development colleagues as well as sales support specialists and technical experts, enabling you to focus on high-value sales activity. Defence sales often involve longer, strategic sales cycles, so your on-target earnings (OTE) will build as your pipeline matures, typically accelerating in year two and beyond. Key Responsibilities: Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities to convert into sales, building a strong and sustainable pipeline Maintain accurate pipeline visibility and forecasts using CRM tools (SFDC and HubSpot) Develop high-value relationships with key stakeholders across defence, intelligence, and industry partners Act as a trusted advisor, understanding customer challenges and delivering tailored, value-led solutions Collaborate with internal technical and support teams to shape realistic, customer-centric propositions Balance new business acquisition with account growth, expanding into new areas within existing customers Stay ahead of defence market trends, procurement routes, and customer priorities Knowledge and experience: We re looking for someone who combines strong knowledge of the maritime defence sector with commercial drive and excellent relationship-building skills You ll bring experience in business development sales, or a Defence (Maritime) environment, along with an understanding of procurement processes, frameworks, and tendering. You ll have an ability to generate new business through proactive networking and outreach, as well as building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. With a results-driven mindset, you ll be confident working towards targets and using your communication, negotiation, and consultative sales skills to turn opportunities into orders. This role would suit either a former member of the Armed Forces with maritime experience who has transitioned into a commercial role, or a sales professional with experience working with defence customers. Either way, you ll be confident navigating the sector and turning insight into opportunity. SC clearance is required, ideally you will be SC cleared now but the company will take you through the process if not.

Pre-Construction Project Manager UK - Fully Remote (With UK & Europe Travel) An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, market-leading consumer brand as they embark on a significant period of growth across the UK and Europe. This is a newly created role within the development team, designed to support an ambitious pipeline of new site delivery. Reporting directly into a senior leader, you will play a key role in shaping projects from early feasibility through to pre-construction handover. The Role: This position is focussed entirely on pre-construction, supporting site acquisition, feasibility, procurement and planning ahead of delivery. You Will: Lead site feasibility and pre-acquisition assessments Manage consultants, surveys and technical due diligence Set and manage project budgets and cost plans Oversee procurement, tendering and contract pack preparation Compile and manage ITT documentation Ensure planning approvals, landlord consents and compliance requirements are met Review risk, programme and supply chain readiness Work closely with internal stakeholders before handing over to the delivery team on site About You: We are looking for someone with strong, hands-on pre-construction experience - not purely delivery / project management. Suitable backgrounds may include: Client-side development / property roles Main contractor (pre-construction / commercial / bid teams) Consultancy (PM / Building Surveying with strong cost exposure) You will ideally demonstrate: Experience across multi-site rollout programmes Strong cost, procurement and feasibility expertise Ability to manage consultants and external stakeholders effectively Commercial awareness and ability to challenge tender returns A self-motivated, independent working style (remote role) A collaborative, low-ego approach to working with senior stakeholders European project exposure would be advantageous Location & Working Pattern: Fully remote, UK based National and occasional European travel (approx. 2 trips per fortnight) Flexible working, with access to regional sites and hubs if required Why Apply: A high-impact, newly created role offering the opportunity to shape and scale a growing development pipeline, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced, expanding business. Competitive salary plus car allowance, annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including family perks, lifestyle discounts and ongoing career development opportunities. Next Steps: Please get in touch with Lucy Wynn at Gleeson Recruitment Group for a confidential conversation: At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

National Business Development/Framework Manager (MoD) - Client-Facing BD/Bid (Top Tier Contractor) London We are working with a National Top Tier Contractor supporting their search for an experienced National Business Development Lead to join a high-performing Public Sector frameworks team, based in Central London. This is a high-profile, client-facing role supporting some of the UK's most strategically important government frameworks, with a critical focus on the Ministry of Defence (MoD).This opportunity is ideal for someone with a background in bids & proposals or procurement with proven MoD experience working winning through construction frameworks, looking to step into a broader, more influential position driving framework strategy, growth and client engagement. This is a key role within an established top tier contractor, offering the chance to shape framework strategy, secure MoD work, and influence delivery across critical national programmes. You will: • Lead MoD Client Engagement: Build and maintain senior relationships with MoD stakeholders, framework bodies and delivery partners. Own performance, governance, KPIs and client relationships across key defence frameworks.• Drive Winning Bids: Support and shape bid and re-bid strategies ensuring compelling, compliant submissions.• Growth & Strategy: Develop growth plans, pipeline opportunities and value propositions aligned to market demand.• Operational Alignment: Work closely with pre-construction, commercial and delivery teams to translate commitments into successful project outcomes.• Procurement Expertise: Navigate and maximise opportunities via public sector procurement routes (e.g. Scape, CCS, defence frameworks).• Performance & Improvement: Monitor framework success through governance and continuous improvement, embedding best practice across the business. You will have:• Essential: Proven experience working with the MoD (client-side or contractor-side)• Strong track record in bid management / proposal leadership within construction or major projects• Deep understanding of UK public sector procurement frameworks and governance• Credibility with senior stakeholders and ability to influence at all levels in a Business Development role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

This role is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate, hands-on Chef and Trainer to join our rapidly growing charity and support our mission to transform kids health through food in schools in a new region. This role will be critical in delivering our flagship programme Transformations and work directly with school kitchen teams across the North West and North East of England. Who we are Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids health, through improving school food & food education. We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality. We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead. We re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well. About you and the role This role is responsible for the delivery and continuous improvement of the Chefs in Schools Transformation Programme across the North West and North East of England. The Transformation Programme is our flagship year-long initiative, designed to support school kitchen teams and senior leadership teams in serving the best, freshest, and most nutritious food possible. Through this programme, we transform school lunches, upskill kitchen staff, and integrate food education into the heart of the school culture, ensuring that high-quality, scratch-cooked meals become the standard for every pupil. As a Chef Trainer, you will act as a pivotal, hands-on ambassador for this mission, supporting kitchen teams, school leadership and the wider school community to embed a high quality, sustainable school food culture in schools. You will support development of the programme s pipeline and join a brilliant, passionate and experienced team of Chef Trainers, with the opportunity to connect, share and learn from one another. A key component of this role involves being based in schools for 2 3 weeks at a time, working directly on-site to implement the programme. You will travel to different locations across the North West and North East, supporting schools to build high-quality, sustainable food cultures. During your first year, the focus will be specifically on the North West region, ranging from Manchester to the Wirral, where you will help establish Chefs in Schools reputation for positive change. The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important experience is passion for our mission. We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you re at ease. We re an inclusive employer and work hard to create a welcoming working environment for everyone, including appointing a neurodiversity champion to help us identify how we can make our work environment work for everyone. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know. As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy. Key responsibilities: Programme Delivery & Training: Inspire, train and cook with chefs, cooks and kitchen teams in the preparation of fresh, nutritious food to meet specified standards, imparting your passion for fresh, quality food and building capability across client schools in line with the Chefs in Schools model. Deliver and oversee Transformation Programme delivery in schools within the region, ensuring high quality outcomes aligned to programme objectives and proposals, including check-ins to support proposal and pipeline development. Work closely with Head Chefs, Headteachers and School Business Managers to provide fair assessment of culinary ability for existing and new Head Chefs including skills tests. Support with recommended kitchen structures at Transformation schools using the Kitchen Brigade system. Advise and guide Head Chefs, Kitchen Teams and School Business Managers to improve uptake, menu development and School Food Standards compliance. Advise on reputable, quality and cost-effective suppliers to support schools to reduce cost per meal per child without sacrificing food quality. Including light-touch auditing and development of procurement suppliers in the region. Encourage schools to monitor, control and reduce kitchen, service and food waste. Train kitchen staff to follow up-to-date Health and Safety and hygiene policies and procedures, alongside latest EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Work with the Senior Programme Manager to develop training materials that support the charity s wider work, ensuring training plans reflect the latest relevant guidance including EHO, Food Standards Agency and Allergen guidance. Support schools to develop a whole-school food culture through food education with pupils, aligned to School Food Standards, and the creation of scratch-cooked, delicious and nutritious school food. Transformation Programme Development: Support growing regional brand awareness, in partnership and alignment with the Senior Programme Manager. Visit potential new school clients to assess kitchens and kitchen teams (check-ins) within the region, working with the Senior Programme Manager to support proposal and pipeline development as required. Support the onboarding of new schools based on the outcome of check-ins conducted and proposals. Support in maintaining, improving and running the programme, and Innovations, School Chef Educator and Membership programme needs as required. Administration & Measurement: Support with monitoring and capturing of programme KPIs of Transformation schools, measuring success against Chefs in Schools benchmarking and keeping the Senior Programme Manager updated on any variances. Support with case study development working in partnership with the Comms and Fundraising team. Report any complaints or serious incidents to the Senior Programme Manager and follow relevant actions related to Chefs in Schools Escalation and Tracking processes. Essential Skills & Experience: You have interest and belief in our mission to improve kids health through improving food and food education in schools. You have significant professional experience as a chef (minimum of 5 years), ideally with a background in schools, high-volume catering or institutional cooking. You have experience training or mentoring kitchen staff, including building culinary capability and culture change. You are confident in assessing culinary skills and advising on kitchen structure, menus and supplier choices. You are organised, methodical and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. You are a strong communicator able to build trusting relationships with different types of stakeholders. You have a sound understanding of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Allergen regulations and School Food Standards. Desirable skills & experience: Experience working in a school or educational setting. Comfortable with data capture, reporting and keeping accurate records. Familiarity with the Kitchen Brigade system or equivalent kitchen management structures. Experience working with or for a charity or social enterprise. A full UK driving licence. Benefits You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who works hard but believe in a healthy work/life balance. We were voted one of CODE Hospitality s happiest places to work in 2024. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you ll be able to contribute to and draw on various projects and strategic insights. We offer 33 days of holiday per year including bank holidays, 3 additional office closure days over the Christmas period as well as wellbeing days over the summer school holidays. We also have a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, enhanced parental leave, and free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice. We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the Aviva Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.

Quantity Surveyor Location : Evesham, Worcestershire (Hybrid Working Available) Salary : £46,887 per annum + £1,300 Essential Car User Allowance Contract Type : Permanent, Full Time Hours : 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in social housing repairs, maintenance, and asset investment programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional who understands contractor management, Schedule of Rates (SoRs), valuations, payment assessments, and cost control from a client-side perspective. Reporting to the Senior Contract Manager, this role offers a blend of office-based, hybrid, and site-based working, providing commercial and financial oversight across a range of property services. You will play a key role in ensuring value for money, robust cost control, contractual compliance, and the successful delivery of customer-focused housing services. The Role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will provide professional commercial and quantity surveying support across responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and asset investment contracts. Working closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders, you will help drive financial performance, improve efficiencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Key Responsibilities : Manage the commercial and financial aspects of repairs, maintenance, and investment contracts. Prepare, monitor, and report on budgets, forecasts, expenditure, and financial performance. Assess and validate contractor valuations, applications for payment, variations, and final accounts Review and challenge contractor costs and claims to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and Schedule of Rates (SoRs). Undertake cost analysis, benchmarking, and value-for-money reviews to identify efficiencies and savings opportunities. Support procurement and tendering exercises, including preparation of tender documentation, pricing analysis, and evaluation processes. Assist in the management of contracts from tender stage through to final account settlement. Work closely with operational teams to monitor contractor performance in relation to cost, quality, and service delivery. Provide commercial advice and support across the Property Directorate. Support the management of disrepair cases, insurance claims, and complex property projects from a contractual and financial perspective. Conduct site visits to validate completed works, variations, and contractor valuations. Prepare financial reports, performance data, and management information for key stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of efficient processes and systems. About You Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within Social Housing, Housing Maintenance, Responsive Repairs, Planned Works, Voids, or Asset Management. Degree-qualified or professionally qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline. Experience working within a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Surveyor role within construction, housing, property maintenance, or asset management. Strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial management, and cost control principles. Experience managing contractor payments, valuations, variations, and final accounts. Knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, capital works, or housing asset investment programmes. Strong working knowledge of Schedule of Rates (SoRs), contractor valuations, payment assessments, variations, and cost management is essential. Experience acting on the client side, managing contractors and ensuring value for money across repairs and maintenance programmes. Excellent analytical, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting skills. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the confidence to challenge and influence appropriately. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use. Benefits Hybrid working and flexible hours. £1,300 annual car allowance plus mileage expenses. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service). Up to 9% employer pension contribution. And So much more! Quantity Surveyor Commercial Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor Housing Association Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Planned Works Asset Management Contract Management Procurement Cost Control Valuations Budget Management Construction Worcestershire Evesham

Job Title: Interim Contract Manager Location: Ilford (4 days remote, 1 day in office - typically Thursday) Rate: 471.19 per day (PAYE) / 625.00 per day (Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 6 months Requirements: 2 interim Contract Managers About the Role: We are seeking two interim Contract Managers to support a targeted, time-limited savings workstream. The roles will focus on progressing pre-defined lines of enquiry to identify and realise financial savings. Analytical groundwork and data insights are already in place, with an emphasis on delivery and commercial intervention. Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial engagement and negotiation with suppliers to unlock savings opportunities. Review identified contracts and spend areas to challenge pricing, scope, and commercial terms. Translate data insights into practical savings actions and deliverable outcomes. Work closely with service leads to validate opportunities and secure buy-in. Drive pace, accountability, and delivery across the workstream. Ensure all activity complies with procurement regulations and governance requirements. Requirements: Strong track record as an experienced Contract Manager (public sector experience highly desirable). Demonstrable experience of delivering cashable savings through commercial negotiation. Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with confidence engaging suppliers at pace. Highly commercially astute, able to quickly assess value and risk. Strong stakeholder management skills, able to work effectively with senior officers and services. Comfortable working with data-led insights and turning them into action. Self-starter, able to operate independently with minimal supervision. Proven ability to work in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments. Personal Attributes: Results-driven and outcome-focused. Resilient and confident in challenging conversations. Proactive and able to identify opportunities beyond the initial brief. Strong communication skills, able to translate commercial concepts into plain English. Success Measures: Delivery of quantifiable savings against identified opportunities. Evidence of successful supplier negotiations and cost reductions. Positive feedback from stakeholders on engagement and delivery approach. Clear audit trail of commercial decisions and outcomes. If this sounds suitable for you, or someone you know, please send an updated copy of your CV to Sean Cloherty at Elevate Projects so we can discuss further.

Morson Edge are currently recruiting for a Project Management Specialist to work on the behalf of one of our prestigious clients based in Sheffield. This is a contract role for 12 months, with possibility of extension. Main Responsibilities • Lead the project from initiation through to completion, ensuring delivery against objectives while effectively managing resources, risks, and stakeholder expectations. Responsible for the IHSS portfolio, ensuring IHSS, COMPASS and HICOMS remain aligned to agreed schedules and commitments. This is a 12-month backfill role reporting to the our clients Lead for IHSS. Key Responsibilities • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, in alignment with subcontracted Project Controllers. • Monitor and control the project budget to ensure efficient use of funds and compliance with financial constraints. • Identify, record, and manage risks and issues, while developing and implementing mitigation strategies and capturing opportunities where appropriate. • Support the technical team (PI and engineers) in delivering technical outcomes, ensuring research activity and deliverables meet required standards and that transition points are achieved. This will include checking with engineers on the status of RL gates. • Coordinate procurement activities in collaboration with technical leads, SM, ISC, and business support specialists. • Lead the project team, fostering effective communication and collaboration among internal team members and external partners. • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, change logs, and progress updates. • Lead reporting activities within the consortium to ensure reports are delivered on time and to the required quality and format. Work closely with the our clients POC to communicate relevant information in line with the agreed scope and budget to the UK Government. Our clients Lead will retain responsibility for the relationship with our clients leadership and the UK Government. • Escalate issues to leadership, where necessary, in a timely manner. • Coordinate with HICOMS projects to ensure plans are delivered within agreed timelines and to the required specifications. • Lead project management meetings with partners, both at consortium level and in one-to-one meetings. • Meet regularly with the our clients Lead to align on finances, milestones, and other execution metrics. • Provide relevant information, including project updates and financial data, to the Portfolio Lead as required. Accountability • Accountable for successful project delivery, including achievement of agreed objectives, timelines, and budget. • Accountable for the quality and timeliness of reporting to the UK Government and other stakeholders. • Responsible for team performance, engagement, and compliance with applicable regulations, ethics, and corporate policies (e.g., UK documentation standards, our clients Start Right/Continuous Right, Quads & ProMPT, GTC). • Makes decisions regarding resource allocation and team management for the assigned project(s). • As project lead, accountable for integrating all partners into the project plan, objectives, and requirements. Authority • Project owner for assigned project(s) (for example, IHSS), with authority to allocate resources and manage budget within the project. • Authority to make team management decisions, resolve team or stakeholder conflicts, and maintain project integrity and momentum. Required Qualifications & Experience • Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). • Certified Project Manager (e.g., PMP, Prince2 Practitioner) preferred. • 5+ years project management experience in R&D, engineering, or research programme environments. • Demonstrable experience managing government-funded projects and delivering formal reporting to government stakeholders (namely ATI and IUK). • Experience working in a portfolio environment and coordinating multiple projects to achieve strategic outcomes • Experience communicating project status to senior leadership through written communication. Required Skills & Competencies • Strong planning and financial management skills, including budgeting and cost control. • Expertise in risk and issue management, with a proven ability to implement effective mitigation strategies. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, both verbal and written. • Proven ability to support technical teams and translate technical progress into project deliverables and gate approvals. • Strong procurement coordination experience and understanding of contracting and purchasing processes. • Strong team leadership skills, including motivating teams, performance management, and conflict resolution. • Familiarity with relevant compliance, ethics, and documentation standards, including UK requirements and our clients policies. Desirable • Experience working with UK Government departments or international government stakeholders. • Previous experience within aerospace, defence, or complex technical R&D programmes. If this position is of interest to you, please apply below or contact Alex for more information. (url removed)

Senior Site Manager - Refurbishment Midlands Permanent The company MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong national presence, operating from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow. Our work spans new residential and industrial development as well as the management of a diverse UK portfolio, including around 5,000 residential plots and over £2 billion in commercial and industrial assets. We are entering an exciting period of growth and are keen to welcome bright, personable and self-motivated individuals who have a real passion for real estate. This is an excellent time to join a dynamic team committed to continual improvement, delivery and success. The right person We are looking for a talented Site Manager to join our team in the Midlands, working full-time on one of our active development and refurbishment sites. The project pipeline includes office refurbishments, and office to accommodation transformations. A high level of experience with external cladding remediations would be advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, thriving business where your contribution will be valued and where genuine progression is available. As the Senior Site Manager you will be responsible for developing detailed project plans that set out timelines, budgets and resource allocation to ensure each scheme is delivered successfully. You will lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of construction professionals, subcontractors and suppliers, guiding them through all stages of the build. Central to the role is managing subcontractor packages, overseeing health and safety on site, and ensuring that all design information is managed effectively from RIBA Stage 3 through to completion at Stage 6. You will uphold the highest levels of quality and compliance throughout the construction process, ensuring all works meet both industry regulations and internal standards. You will also take ownership of cost control, monitoring budgets, identifying efficiencies and managing risks to keep each project on schedule and within financial targets. Regular communication with stakeholders will be essential, providing clear updates, addressing concerns and ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle. In addition, you will oversee procurement activity, negotiate and manage contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and report directly to the Construction Director. Requirements To be successful in this role, you will ideally hold an SMSTS. You will bring proven experience as a Construction Site Manager, particularly within residential high-rise projects, along with strong technical knowledge and familiarity with construction management software. You will have excellent problem-solving skills, sound decision-making abilities, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to lead teams confidently and maintain strong working relationships across the project.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Carpentry & Joinery - South East - circa £85,000 per annum - Permanent Job Your new company You will be joining a well-established specialist contractor operating across commercial, residential and fit-out projects. The business is known for delivering high-quality carpentry and joinery packages with precision, craftsmanship, and an exceptional reputation for client service. As they continue to grow their project portfolio, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor based in their office in South East. Your new role In this office-based role, you will take full commercial responsibility for carpentry and joinery packages across multiple projects. Your work will include managing cost plans, pricing, procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts, while ensuring strong contractual compliance. You will liaise closely with project managers, subcontractors, and workshop teams to maintain accurate commercial control and support successful project delivery. What you'll need to succeed 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, ideally specialising in carpentry, joinery, or fit-out.Strong understanding of timber materials, joinery production, installation methods, labour rates and package-specific cost structures. Solid working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts. Confident in procurement, negotiation, subcontract management, and commercial reporting. Excellent communication skills, strong numerical ability, and meticulous attention to detail. Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management; RICS membership beneficial but not essential. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of up to £80,000 + package, alongside a supportive office-based working environment and the opportunity to grow within a specialist, reputable contractor. The company offers strong career progression, ongoing training and development, and a chance to work on high-quality carpentry and joinery projects that take pride in craftsmanship and delivery excellence. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Are you a military procurement, logistics, or capability specialist looking for the perfect civilian landing zone? This is not a high-pressure, cold-calling sales role. This is a leading defense technology manufacturer looking for a Defence Account Manager to act as the strategic interface between engineering teams, the MoD, and Tier 1 prime contractors. If you understand how the MoD procures, introduces, and supports land-based equipment, this role allows you to use that "insider" knowledge to manage key relationships and shape future land defense capabilities. This is a hybrid role with 2/3 days per week from the office near Middlesbrough and will also involve regular travel. Salary up to £50k basic plus bonus and excellent company benefits. What you'll be doing: Act as the trusted link between our technical teams and defense stakeholders (DE&S, Army HQ, and major defense primes) Identify upcoming land capability requirements and align our specialized safety and sensor technologies with future armored vehicle and land defense platforms. Use your understanding of MoD contract models and procurement lifecycles to seamlessly manage existing accounts and secure framework placements. Deliver high-level briefings on equipment readiness, technical compliance, and solution delivery to senior military and commercial figures. What you need: A strong understanding of defense procurement frameworks, contract models, or land equipment lifecycles (ideally involving armored vehicles or tactical land systems). Experience operating within DE&S, military logistics, capability development, or an established defense sector account management role. Authoritative stakeholder management skills. You must be equally comfortable talking specs with design engineers and discussing capability with high-level defense officials. A methodical, process-driven approach to problem-solving, with a natural flair for diplomacy and relationship building. This is the deal job for ex-military personnel (e.g., DE&S, REME, RLC, Royal Engineers) or civilian defense procurement specialists. Sound interesting? Then apply today!