Senior Commercial Manager - Rail Infrastructure (London / Hybrid) 80,000 - 90,000 + Car Allowance ( 6,500) + generous pension + 25 days annual leave A leading infrastructure consultancy and principal contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join its growing Rail Systems business in London. This is a senior leadership opportunity overseeing a portfolio of major rail infrastructure contracts delivered through frameworks, alliances and collaborative delivery models, with project values typically ranging from 15m- 100m+ . Based from a modern, state-of-the-art London office , with flexible hybrid working arrangements, the role offers the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant rail investment programmes. The Role You will: Lead commercial performance across a portfolio of complex infrastructure projects. Act as the primary commercial interface with clients and key stakeholders. Provide commercial leadership within a senior management team, supporting governance and strategic decision-making. Manage NEC4 contracts, change control, contract administration and commercial compliance. Support the management and resolution of claims, disputes and contractual issues. Oversee subcontractor and supplier commercial management. Present commercial positions, risks and approvals to senior leadership and governance boards. Review, negotiate and administer main contracts and subcontracts. Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks. Lead commercial governance processes and approvals. Develop, mentor and manage commercial professionals across the portfolio. Support tendering, business development and growth initiatives. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will have: Significant commercial management experience within rail, infrastructure, transportation or major engineering projects. Strong NEC contract expertise. Experience managing large-scale project portfolios and complex commercial environments. A proven track record of leading commercial teams and driving project and business performance. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and governance skills. This opportunity is best suited to candidates with hands-on contractor, principal contractor, consultancy delivery or programme delivery-side experience. Applicants whose background is predominantly client-side, sponsor-side or assurance-focused may find the transition challenging, as the role requires direct ownership of commercial delivery, contractual risk, change management and project performance. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager - Rail Infrastructure (London / Hybrid) 80,000 - 90,000 + Car Allowance ( 6,500) + generous pension + 25 days annual leave A leading infrastructure consultancy and principal contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join its growing Rail Systems business in London. This is a senior leadership opportunity overseeing a portfolio of major rail infrastructure contracts delivered through frameworks, alliances and collaborative delivery models, with project values typically ranging from 15m- 100m+ . Based from a modern, state-of-the-art London office , with flexible hybrid working arrangements, the role offers the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant rail investment programmes. The Role You will: Lead commercial performance across a portfolio of complex infrastructure projects. Act as the primary commercial interface with clients and key stakeholders. Provide commercial leadership within a senior management team, supporting governance and strategic decision-making. Manage NEC4 contracts, change control, contract administration and commercial compliance. Support the management and resolution of claims, disputes and contractual issues. Oversee subcontractor and supplier commercial management. Present commercial positions, risks and approvals to senior leadership and governance boards. Review, negotiate and administer main contracts and subcontracts. Identify, manage and mitigate commercial risks. Lead commercial governance processes and approvals. Develop, mentor and manage commercial professionals across the portfolio. Support tendering, business development and growth initiatives. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will have: Significant commercial management experience within rail, infrastructure, transportation or major engineering projects. Strong NEC contract expertise. Experience managing large-scale project portfolios and complex commercial environments. A proven track record of leading commercial teams and driving project and business performance. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and governance skills. This opportunity is best suited to candidates with hands-on contractor, principal contractor, consultancy delivery or programme delivery-side experience. Applicants whose background is predominantly client-side, sponsor-side or assurance-focused may find the transition challenging, as the role requires direct ownership of commercial delivery, contractual risk, change management and project performance. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Mobile Facilities Manager - Herts, Bucks and London, to £50k plus all travel expenses, healthcare, pension etc Our client, an FM services company, is recruiting an experienced Portfolio/ Mobile FM to manage hard and soft facilities management service contracts across a diverse portfolio of properties. These properties are a mix of commercial office buildings, retail parks and industrial units/ parks. The geographical spread of properties is Hertfordshire, Bucks and central London. Occassional visits to the London Head Office in the West End is also required. You will likely work from home one or two days per week. You will visit sites, audit and manage FM sub-contractor performance, ensure H&S building compliance and manage reactive, refurbishment and improvement projects. You will manage the relationship with the commercial tenants and property agent/ landlord's representative and work 'implanted' within your client's business, working closely with surveyors and estate and property managers as well as the with tenants' representatives. You will gain exposure to all elements of property management including hard and soft FM, contract management, HSE compliance, procurement and service charge budgets. This is a great opportunity to join a young, successful and expanding business that will provide excellent opportunities for career development. Minimum IOSH Managing Safely essential. IWFM qualifications and membership preferred. A salary of up to c£50k is offered with business mileage and fully expensed rail travel, healthcare, pension etc.
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Mobile Facilities Manager - Herts, Bucks and London, to £50k plus all travel expenses, healthcare, pension etc Our client, an FM services company, is recruiting an experienced Portfolio/ Mobile FM to manage hard and soft facilities management service contracts across a diverse portfolio of properties. These properties are a mix of commercial office buildings, retail parks and industrial units/ parks. The geographical spread of properties is Hertfordshire, Bucks and central London. Occassional visits to the London Head Office in the West End is also required. You will likely work from home one or two days per week. You will visit sites, audit and manage FM sub-contractor performance, ensure H&S building compliance and manage reactive, refurbishment and improvement projects. You will manage the relationship with the commercial tenants and property agent/ landlord's representative and work 'implanted' within your client's business, working closely with surveyors and estate and property managers as well as the with tenants' representatives. You will gain exposure to all elements of property management including hard and soft FM, contract management, HSE compliance, procurement and service charge budgets. This is a great opportunity to join a young, successful and expanding business that will provide excellent opportunities for career development. Minimum IOSH Managing Safely essential. IWFM qualifications and membership preferred. A salary of up to c£50k is offered with business mileage and fully expensed rail travel, healthcare, pension etc.
Planning Manager - Motherwell Leading the Planning function for the Power and Energy Framework that is currently mobilising in Scotland. Perfect opportunity to transfer your skills from Civil Engineering in the following sectors: Highways Power and Energy Rail Utilities Aviation Power / Energy Environmental & Flood Defences Salary: 90,000 - 95,000 basic Package: 7,250 Car or Car allowance, 15% Bonus, Private Healthcare, Pension Location: Glasgow Working Pattern : 3 days a week on site / Office, 2 days a week from home. Role Description As a Planning Manager for the Scottish Power & Energy division, you will be leading the Planning function for the division. Working with the leadership team to manage the Master programme, leading the planning team to successfully deliver a 5 year framework worth over 4 billion in value. You will be responsible for monitoring progress by updating the master programme with resource and cost loading, and producing 2 - 4 week lookahead reports. Reporting to the Framework Director, you will work alongside the Project Directors, Head of Engineering, and Commercial Director, managing stakeholder expectations around programme delivery. Core responsibilities: Programme Development: Lead, create and manage a team, undertaking detailed, resource-loaded construction programmes using Primavera P6, ensuring they reflect the full project lifecycle from design to handover. Contractual Compliance : Ensure all programmes meet strict contractual obligations, particularly under NEC forms of contract. Project Controls & Reporting : Establish periodic progress reporting, providing insights into schedule health, Earned Value Analysis, and critical path performance to senior leadership and clients. Risk & Change Management : Lead schedule risk analysis and maintain the risk register. Formally identify, assess, and notify the client of programme impacts caused by compensation events or variations. Collaboration: Facilitate collaborative planning sessions and interface workshops with subcontractors, design teams, and stakeholders to resolve dependencies and clashes. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of planners across the project or region, ensuring consistent planning standards and professional development. This is a hybrid role, but you need to have full control over the programme, managing it as you see fit. Some weeks may need your full attention in the office, others may require just a light touch, giving you time for reports, meetings and admin time. Required Experience Formal qualification - Degree in Civil Engineering or an Engineering-based subject, ideally. Proven project experience delivering Major programmes in a senior capacity. Full driving licence Living in Scotland on a full-time basis. PLEASE NOTE You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply via this link or contact Phil via LinkedIn or by calling The Resolute Group on (phone number removed) All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Planning Manager - Motherwell Leading the Planning function for the Power and Energy Framework that is currently mobilising in Scotland. Perfect opportunity to transfer your skills from Civil Engineering in the following sectors: Highways Power and Energy Rail Utilities Aviation Power / Energy Environmental & Flood Defences Salary: 90,000 - 95,000 basic Package: 7,250 Car or Car allowance, 15% Bonus, Private Healthcare, Pension Location: Glasgow Working Pattern : 3 days a week on site / Office, 2 days a week from home. Role Description As a Planning Manager for the Scottish Power & Energy division, you will be leading the Planning function for the division. Working with the leadership team to manage the Master programme, leading the planning team to successfully deliver a 5 year framework worth over 4 billion in value. You will be responsible for monitoring progress by updating the master programme with resource and cost loading, and producing 2 - 4 week lookahead reports. Reporting to the Framework Director, you will work alongside the Project Directors, Head of Engineering, and Commercial Director, managing stakeholder expectations around programme delivery. Core responsibilities: Programme Development: Lead, create and manage a team, undertaking detailed, resource-loaded construction programmes using Primavera P6, ensuring they reflect the full project lifecycle from design to handover. Contractual Compliance : Ensure all programmes meet strict contractual obligations, particularly under NEC forms of contract. Project Controls & Reporting : Establish periodic progress reporting, providing insights into schedule health, Earned Value Analysis, and critical path performance to senior leadership and clients. Risk & Change Management : Lead schedule risk analysis and maintain the risk register. Formally identify, assess, and notify the client of programme impacts caused by compensation events or variations. Collaboration: Facilitate collaborative planning sessions and interface workshops with subcontractors, design teams, and stakeholders to resolve dependencies and clashes. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of planners across the project or region, ensuring consistent planning standards and professional development. This is a hybrid role, but you need to have full control over the programme, managing it as you see fit. Some weeks may need your full attention in the office, others may require just a light touch, giving you time for reports, meetings and admin time. Required Experience Formal qualification - Degree in Civil Engineering or an Engineering-based subject, ideally. Proven project experience delivering Major programmes in a senior capacity. Full driving licence Living in Scotland on a full-time basis. PLEASE NOTE You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply via this link or contact Phil via LinkedIn or by calling The Resolute Group on (phone number removed) All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
Location: Crewe or Southport Hours: 37 hours Salary: Up to £32,750 (depending on experience), plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role We are looking for an experienced Customer Account Manager to join our team based in either our Crewe or our Southport site. A hybrid working pattern is available and you will be required to travel to visit customers. Working as part of the Customer Engagement Team, you will take responsibility for renewing and maximising sales. Focused on account growth, you will form part of a team accountable for achieving specific targets for sales and gross margin as set out in our Corporate Plan and aligned to our strategic imperative of achieving margin accretive revenue growth. You will be responsible for the implementation and ongoing sustainment of the Customer Engagement System including, development of the strategic account plan and management of the various governance processes which ensure that customer needs are met and exceeded throughout contract duration. Through effective relationship management, you will support the customer to deliver business objectives in the short, medium and long term. You will be responsible for driving account growth, managing key customer relationships, and overseeing sales activities for your allocated accounts. As a Customer Account Manager, you will work closely with the Customer Engagement Manager to ensure customer satisfaction and contribute to the development and execution of strategies that enhance business growth, whilst proactively positioning for contract renewals and extensions. You will be responsible for maintaining regular customer interaction, managing and reporting on operational performance targets and achieving budgeted sales targets for nominated customers and achieving budgeted GM in line with our corporate plan and identifying opportunities to improve this About You We are looking for someone with customer account management experience, ideally gained working within the Rail sector. You will have excellent customer service, selling and negotiation skills with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to engage with people at varying levels within the organisation and externally. You will have the ability to make decisions and solve problems, taking ownership to initiate resolutions, always leading with a focus on continuous improvement. The role will also require a strong contract and commercial awareness. Organisational and time management capability are paramount to the success in this role. A good working knowledge of SAP is required, along with sound IT skills. Data analysis and good analytical skills are required to understand and interpret data. About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers' supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it's your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you 'you' - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you. You may have experience in the following: Customer Account Manager, Account Manager, Client Account Manager, Customer Success Manager, Customer Success Executive, Client Relationship Manager, Key Account Manager, Account Executive, Customer Service Manager, Client Services Manager, Relationship Manager, Customer Experience Manager, Internal Account Manager, Commercial Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Business Development Manager, Customer Support Manager, Customer Retention Executive, Client Services Executive, Account Coordinator, Customer Engagement Specialist, Customer Care Manager, Client Partner, Client Success Manager, Sales Support Executive, CRM Administrator, Customer Relationship Executive etc REF -
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Crewe or Southport Hours: 37 hours Salary: Up to £32,750 (depending on experience), plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role We are looking for an experienced Customer Account Manager to join our team based in either our Crewe or our Southport site. A hybrid working pattern is available and you will be required to travel to visit customers. Working as part of the Customer Engagement Team, you will take responsibility for renewing and maximising sales. Focused on account growth, you will form part of a team accountable for achieving specific targets for sales and gross margin as set out in our Corporate Plan and aligned to our strategic imperative of achieving margin accretive revenue growth. You will be responsible for the implementation and ongoing sustainment of the Customer Engagement System including, development of the strategic account plan and management of the various governance processes which ensure that customer needs are met and exceeded throughout contract duration. Through effective relationship management, you will support the customer to deliver business objectives in the short, medium and long term. You will be responsible for driving account growth, managing key customer relationships, and overseeing sales activities for your allocated accounts. As a Customer Account Manager, you will work closely with the Customer Engagement Manager to ensure customer satisfaction and contribute to the development and execution of strategies that enhance business growth, whilst proactively positioning for contract renewals and extensions. You will be responsible for maintaining regular customer interaction, managing and reporting on operational performance targets and achieving budgeted sales targets for nominated customers and achieving budgeted GM in line with our corporate plan and identifying opportunities to improve this About You We are looking for someone with customer account management experience, ideally gained working within the Rail sector. You will have excellent customer service, selling and negotiation skills with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to engage with people at varying levels within the organisation and externally. You will have the ability to make decisions and solve problems, taking ownership to initiate resolutions, always leading with a focus on continuous improvement. The role will also require a strong contract and commercial awareness. Organisational and time management capability are paramount to the success in this role. A good working knowledge of SAP is required, along with sound IT skills. Data analysis and good analytical skills are required to understand and interpret data. About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers' supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it's your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you 'you' - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you. You may have experience in the following: Customer Account Manager, Account Manager, Client Account Manager, Customer Success Manager, Customer Success Executive, Client Relationship Manager, Key Account Manager, Account Executive, Customer Service Manager, Client Services Manager, Relationship Manager, Customer Experience Manager, Internal Account Manager, Commercial Account Manager, Sales Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Business Development Manager, Customer Support Manager, Customer Retention Executive, Client Services Executive, Account Coordinator, Customer Engagement Specialist, Customer Care Manager, Client Partner, Client Success Manager, Sales Support Executive, CRM Administrator, Customer Relationship Executive etc REF -
Branch Manager - Heathrow - Shipping & Freight - Up to £70,000 About the Company A leading freight forwarding and logistics business is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead its Heathrow operation. This is a strategic leadership role with full responsibility for branch performance across air, sea, road, and rail freight. The successful candidate will drive commercial growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team development while delivering strong financial results. Branch Manager - The details Salary up to £70,000 Opportunity to lead a strategically important branch Full ownership of branch performance and P&L Career progression within a dynamic, multi-modal freight forwarding business Opportunity to shape business growth and build a high-performing team Branch Manager - Requirements Significant leadership experience within freight forwarding or logistics Proven expertise managing multi-modal freight operations (air, sea, road, and rail) Strong commercial background with a track record of revenue growth and business development Experience managing branch P&L and financial performance Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong knowledge of international freight forwarding, customs, and supply chain operations Analytical, organised, and customer-focused approach Desirable: experience within an international freight forwarder, customs compliance knowledge, operational improvement experience, and relevant logistics or management qualifications Branch Manager - Responsibilities Lead the overall performance of the branch, driving revenue, profitability, and operational excellence Develop and implement commercial strategies to grow market share and secure new business Manage branch operations across imports, exports, customs clearance, and domestic transport Maintain high standards of customer service, compliance, and operational efficiency Take full ownership of the branch P&L, budgets, forecasting, and financial targets Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while supporting recruitment and succession planning Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners Ensure compliance with customs, transport, health & safety, and company policies Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, service quality, and profitability About Us Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications. For information on how we use your personal information, please refer to detail2recruitment privacy policy
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Branch Manager - Heathrow - Shipping & Freight - Up to £70,000 About the Company A leading freight forwarding and logistics business is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead its Heathrow operation. This is a strategic leadership role with full responsibility for branch performance across air, sea, road, and rail freight. The successful candidate will drive commercial growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team development while delivering strong financial results. Branch Manager - The details Salary up to £70,000 Opportunity to lead a strategically important branch Full ownership of branch performance and P&L Career progression within a dynamic, multi-modal freight forwarding business Opportunity to shape business growth and build a high-performing team Branch Manager - Requirements Significant leadership experience within freight forwarding or logistics Proven expertise managing multi-modal freight operations (air, sea, road, and rail) Strong commercial background with a track record of revenue growth and business development Experience managing branch P&L and financial performance Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong knowledge of international freight forwarding, customs, and supply chain operations Analytical, organised, and customer-focused approach Desirable: experience within an international freight forwarder, customs compliance knowledge, operational improvement experience, and relevant logistics or management qualifications Branch Manager - Responsibilities Lead the overall performance of the branch, driving revenue, profitability, and operational excellence Develop and implement commercial strategies to grow market share and secure new business Manage branch operations across imports, exports, customs clearance, and domestic transport Maintain high standards of customer service, compliance, and operational efficiency Take full ownership of the branch P&L, budgets, forecasting, and financial targets Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while supporting recruitment and succession planning Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners Ensure compliance with customs, transport, health & safety, and company policies Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, service quality, and profitability About Us Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications. For information on how we use your personal information, please refer to detail2recruitment privacy policy
Project Manager Full Time; Hybrid (time split between Woking, Surrey office and home) £35,000 £40,000 per annum Our client is a specialist technology group helping the UK Public Sector design better digital services and introduce safe, governed AI. They specialise in user research, service design, accessibility and digital experiences. Their work helps organisations redesign services, so they are easier for citizens to use and more efficient for staff to deliver. They combine human-centred design with modern digital platforms and AI-enabled workflows to support secure, compliant service transformation across the UK public sector. Their goal is simple: to help organisations deliver digital services that are intuitive, accessible and built for real-world impact. Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. Company Benefits: Hybrid Working Excellent Office Environment (with pool and table tennis!) Open and fun culture with awesome company social events Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave 25 days leave raising to 30 with tenure Rail discount cards Workplace Pension Scheme Paid Sick Leave Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Employee Growth Plans Career and Development Training Free Breakfast, fruit and snacks Purpose of the Role The Project Manager is responsible for the successful day-to-day management and delivery of customer projects across the full project lifecycle ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, identify and mitigate risks, and maintain clear communication end to end. The Project Manager will play a key role in building strong customer relationships, driving delivery confidence, and ensuring projects are effectively planned, governed, and executed. There will be an expectation to embrace modern delivery practices and leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to improve overall project efficiencies including communication, reporting and planning. Job Specification: Lead the successful delivery of customer projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, from initiation through to closure, ensuring alignment with time, budget, scope and quality standards. Define and manage project scope, requirements, assumptions, and dependencies, budgets and resource allocation, creating robust project plans and work breakdown structures. Coordinate and support cross-functional delivery teams, ensuring clear ownership, accountability, and collaboration while driving prioritisation, decision-making, and issue resolution to maintain delivery momentum. Proactively monitor project progress and performance, identifying issues, blockers, and risks, and drive mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum. Manage project budgets, effort estimates, forecasting, and commercial considerations to ensure financial parameters are met. Plan for and oversee quality assurance activities to ensure deliverables meet organisational standards and customer expectations. Conduct project closure activities, including handovers, lessons learned sessions, project reviews, and continuous improvement actions. Contribute positively to the wider business through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development. Leverage AI-enabled tools and automation where appropriate to improve project planning, reporting, communication, risk management, and overall operational efficiency. Use agentic workflows to automate task tracking, deadline alerts and progress updates within the task management system. Use AI to support budget tracking, variance analysis, revenue reporting, and the creation of project updates and communications, improving efficiency and reporting accuracy. Ensure responsible use of AI Tools and compliance with organisational governance and regulatory requirements. Minimum Required Experience (including personal qualities): Proven experience, ideally delivering client-facing digital, technology, or transformation projects using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies. Strong change management capability, with experience managing scope, requirements, and evolving priorities effectively. Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate cross-functional teams to successful delivery. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to adapt style for technical teams, senior stakeholders, and external clients. Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills, able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. Proficient in utilising AI productivity tools and project management software to drive delivery efficiency. Nice To Haves: Working knowledge of project management principles including planning, scheduling, RAID management and stakeholder management. Formal Project Management certification such as PRINCE2, AgilePM, or PMP. Scrum certification (e.g. Scrum Master) or equivalent Agile delivery training.
Jul 02, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Full Time; Hybrid (time split between Woking, Surrey office and home) £35,000 £40,000 per annum Our client is a specialist technology group helping the UK Public Sector design better digital services and introduce safe, governed AI. They specialise in user research, service design, accessibility and digital experiences. Their work helps organisations redesign services, so they are easier for citizens to use and more efficient for staff to deliver. They combine human-centred design with modern digital platforms and AI-enabled workflows to support secure, compliant service transformation across the UK public sector. Their goal is simple: to help organisations deliver digital services that are intuitive, accessible and built for real-world impact. Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. Company Benefits: Hybrid Working Excellent Office Environment (with pool and table tennis!) Open and fun culture with awesome company social events Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave 25 days leave raising to 30 with tenure Rail discount cards Workplace Pension Scheme Paid Sick Leave Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Employee Growth Plans Career and Development Training Free Breakfast, fruit and snacks Purpose of the Role The Project Manager is responsible for the successful day-to-day management and delivery of customer projects across the full project lifecycle ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder expectations, identify and mitigate risks, and maintain clear communication end to end. The Project Manager will play a key role in building strong customer relationships, driving delivery confidence, and ensuring projects are effectively planned, governed, and executed. There will be an expectation to embrace modern delivery practices and leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to improve overall project efficiencies including communication, reporting and planning. Job Specification: Lead the successful delivery of customer projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, from initiation through to closure, ensuring alignment with time, budget, scope and quality standards. Define and manage project scope, requirements, assumptions, and dependencies, budgets and resource allocation, creating robust project plans and work breakdown structures. Coordinate and support cross-functional delivery teams, ensuring clear ownership, accountability, and collaboration while driving prioritisation, decision-making, and issue resolution to maintain delivery momentum. Proactively monitor project progress and performance, identifying issues, blockers, and risks, and drive mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum. Manage project budgets, effort estimates, forecasting, and commercial considerations to ensure financial parameters are met. Plan for and oversee quality assurance activities to ensure deliverables meet organisational standards and customer expectations. Conduct project closure activities, including handovers, lessons learned sessions, project reviews, and continuous improvement actions. Contribute positively to the wider business through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development. Leverage AI-enabled tools and automation where appropriate to improve project planning, reporting, communication, risk management, and overall operational efficiency. Use agentic workflows to automate task tracking, deadline alerts and progress updates within the task management system. Use AI to support budget tracking, variance analysis, revenue reporting, and the creation of project updates and communications, improving efficiency and reporting accuracy. Ensure responsible use of AI Tools and compliance with organisational governance and regulatory requirements. Minimum Required Experience (including personal qualities): Proven experience, ideally delivering client-facing digital, technology, or transformation projects using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies. Strong change management capability, with experience managing scope, requirements, and evolving priorities effectively. Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate cross-functional teams to successful delivery. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to adapt style for technical teams, senior stakeholders, and external clients. Highly organised with strong planning and prioritisation skills, able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously. Proficient in utilising AI productivity tools and project management software to drive delivery efficiency. Nice To Haves: Working knowledge of project management principles including planning, scheduling, RAID management and stakeholder management. Formal Project Management certification such as PRINCE2, AgilePM, or PMP. Scrum certification (e.g. Scrum Master) or equivalent Agile delivery training.
DCUK FM Experienced Contracts Manager - Licensed Asbestos DCUK FM is a leading national provider of Asbestos Removal, Ductwork Cleaning, Specialist Rail and Passive Fire Services across the UK. Part of Rentokil Initial PLC since 2024, we operate across 90 countries around the world. We are a global leader in providing essential services that protect people and enhance lives. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability sets us apart, with a focus on digital solutions and environmentally friendly practices. But what truly makes us different is our people. As a growing organisation, we're dedicated to fostering a culture where our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. We offer rewarding careers with opportunities for development and advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment. We are currently seeking an Experienced Licensed Contracts Manager to join our dedicated team. You will likely be based in the South or Midlands, but comfortable with UK wide travel (other locations will be considered for the right person. You will play a key role in the safe and compliant delivery of licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects. If you have experience working within a licensed asbestos role and are a hard working adaptable candidate then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Why Join DCUK FM? DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, offers job stability, career progression, and a supportive work environment. We reward our employees with: Competitive Salary Package: Salary starting from 48,000 this is negotiable dependant on experience, and there is potential for a senior role managing the wider team Benefits: RI Rewards, management bonus scheme Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week) Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' needs. Contracts Manager Role In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to company health and safety systems, procedures, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and industry best practice. The role includes the management of on site operations, effective commercial management and preconstruction responsibilities across a range of asbestos removal projects. Key responsibilities include: Submission of ASB5 Notifications Provision of quotations for work packages Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments in accordance with company safe systems of work Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change Manage competency of asbestos workforce Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers ensuring company procedures and processes are adhered to Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, non-conformances are resolved, and all parties are kept informed Maintain asbestos and general management training is maintained Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings, taking responsibility for actions Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information across the business Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level Maintain continual professional development Requirements Contracts Manager Requirements Experience in pricing and managing asbestos works Client Account Management Experience Asbestos industry experience Driving Licence Motivated and resilient individual You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for Valid ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification Benefits Contracts Manager Benefits All salary and benefits will be discussed at the interview stage with the Hiring Manager. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals. Our Social Links: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy here
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
DCUK FM Experienced Contracts Manager - Licensed Asbestos DCUK FM is a leading national provider of Asbestos Removal, Ductwork Cleaning, Specialist Rail and Passive Fire Services across the UK. Part of Rentokil Initial PLC since 2024, we operate across 90 countries around the world. We are a global leader in providing essential services that protect people and enhance lives. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability sets us apart, with a focus on digital solutions and environmentally friendly practices. But what truly makes us different is our people. As a growing organisation, we're dedicated to fostering a culture where our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. We offer rewarding careers with opportunities for development and advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment. We are currently seeking an Experienced Licensed Contracts Manager to join our dedicated team. You will likely be based in the South or Midlands, but comfortable with UK wide travel (other locations will be considered for the right person. You will play a key role in the safe and compliant delivery of licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects. If you have experience working within a licensed asbestos role and are a hard working adaptable candidate then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Why Join DCUK FM? DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, offers job stability, career progression, and a supportive work environment. We reward our employees with: Competitive Salary Package: Salary starting from 48,000 this is negotiable dependant on experience, and there is potential for a senior role managing the wider team Benefits: RI Rewards, management bonus scheme Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week) Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' needs. Contracts Manager Role In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to company health and safety systems, procedures, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and industry best practice. The role includes the management of on site operations, effective commercial management and preconstruction responsibilities across a range of asbestos removal projects. Key responsibilities include: Submission of ASB5 Notifications Provision of quotations for work packages Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments in accordance with company safe systems of work Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change Manage competency of asbestos workforce Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers ensuring company procedures and processes are adhered to Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, non-conformances are resolved, and all parties are kept informed Maintain asbestos and general management training is maintained Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings, taking responsibility for actions Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information across the business Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level Maintain continual professional development Requirements Contracts Manager Requirements Experience in pricing and managing asbestos works Client Account Management Experience Asbestos industry experience Driving Licence Motivated and resilient individual You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for Valid ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification Benefits Contracts Manager Benefits All salary and benefits will be discussed at the interview stage with the Hiring Manager. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals. Our Social Links: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Rentokil Initial are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse working environment. To find out how we process your data view our careers privacy policy here
DCUK FM Experienced Senior Contracts Manager / Director - Licensed Asbestos DCUK FM is a leading national provider of Asbestos Removal, Ductwork Cleaning, Specialist Rail and Passive Fire Services across the UK. Part of Rentokil Initial PLC since 2024, we operate across 90 countries around the world. We are a global leader in providing essential services that protect people and enhance lives. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability sets us apart, with a focus on digital solutions and environmentally friendly practices. But what truly makes us different is our people. As a growing organisation, we're dedicated to fostering a culture where our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. We offer rewarding careers with opportunities for development and advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment. We are currently seeking an Experienced Licensed Senior Contracts Manager / Director to join our dedicated team. You will likely be based in the South or Midlands, but comfortable with UK wide travel (other locations will be considered for the right person. You will play a key role in the safe and compliant delivery of licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects. If you have experience working within a licensed asbestos role and are a hard working adaptable candidate then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Why Join DCUK FM? DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, offers job stability, career progression, and a supportive work environment. We reward our employees with: Competitive Salary Package: Salary starting from 60,000 Benefits: RI Rewards, management bonus scheme Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week) Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' needs. Senior Contracts Manager / Director In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to company health and safety systems, procedures, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and industry best practice. The role includes the management of on site operations, effective commercial management and preconstruction responsibilities across a range of asbestos removal projects. You will have responsibility for a wider team of Contracts Managers, providing oversight, guidance and coaching as required Key responsibilities include: Management of the Licensed Projects Contracts Team Management of Labour Coordinator and Contracts Assistant support team Submission of ASB5 Notifications Provision of quotations for work packages Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments in accordance with company safe systems of work Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change Manage competency of asbestos workforce Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers ensuring company procedures and processes are adhered to Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, non-conformances are resolved, and all parties are kept informed Maintain asbestos and general management training is maintained Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings, taking responsibility for actions Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information across the business Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level Maintain continual professional development Requirements Senior Contracts Manager / Director People management experience Experience in pricing and managing asbestos works Client Account Management Experience Asbestos industry experience Driving Licence Motivated and resilient individual You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for Valid ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification Level 4 Diploma in licensed contract management (desirable) Benefits Contracts Manager Benefits All salary and benefits will be discussed at the interview stage with the Hiring Manager. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals. Our Social Links: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
DCUK FM Experienced Senior Contracts Manager / Director - Licensed Asbestos DCUK FM is a leading national provider of Asbestos Removal, Ductwork Cleaning, Specialist Rail and Passive Fire Services across the UK. Part of Rentokil Initial PLC since 2024, we operate across 90 countries around the world. We are a global leader in providing essential services that protect people and enhance lives. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability sets us apart, with a focus on digital solutions and environmentally friendly practices. But what truly makes us different is our people. As a growing organisation, we're dedicated to fostering a culture where our colleagues feel valued, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. We offer rewarding careers with opportunities for development and advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment. We are currently seeking an Experienced Licensed Senior Contracts Manager / Director to join our dedicated team. You will likely be based in the South or Midlands, but comfortable with UK wide travel (other locations will be considered for the right person. You will play a key role in the safe and compliant delivery of licensed and non-licensed asbestos removal projects. If you have experience working within a licensed asbestos role and are a hard working adaptable candidate then this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Why Join DCUK FM? DCUK, part of the Rentokil Initial Group, offers job stability, career progression, and a supportive work environment. We reward our employees with: Competitive Salary Package: Salary starting from 60,000 Benefits: RI Rewards, management bonus scheme Work-Life Balance: Full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday (40 hr week) Industry-Leading Training: Receive top-notch training to support our customers' needs. Senior Contracts Manager / Director In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to company health and safety systems, procedures, the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and industry best practice. The role includes the management of on site operations, effective commercial management and preconstruction responsibilities across a range of asbestos removal projects. You will have responsibility for a wider team of Contracts Managers, providing oversight, guidance and coaching as required Key responsibilities include: Management of the Licensed Projects Contracts Team Management of Labour Coordinator and Contracts Assistant support team Submission of ASB5 Notifications Provision of quotations for work packages Preparation of Plans of Work, including risk assessments in accordance with company safe systems of work Plan and resource projects - prepare project programmes Resolving project level operational and commercial challenges and change Manage competency of asbestos workforce Maintain and manage sites, including subcontractors & suppliers ensuring company procedures and processes are adhered to Managing asbestos surveyors and analysts as required to suit projects Ensure that health, safety, wellbeing and environmental related documents are compliant and kept up to date Undertake senior manager site inspections, ensuring that audits and reports are produced, non-conformances are resolved, and all parties are kept informed Maintain asbestos and general management training is maintained Participate in senior manager engagement & safety meetings, taking responsibility for actions Liaise with relevant industry trade bodies and disseminate relevant information across the business Providing regular feedback to the appropriate reporting level Escalating and communicating issues at the appropriate reporting level Maintain continual professional development Requirements Senior Contracts Manager / Director People management experience Experience in pricing and managing asbestos works Client Account Management Experience Asbestos industry experience Driving Licence Motivated and resilient individual You may be required to pass a DBS check depending on the role you have applied for Valid ARCA / ACAD Asbestos Manager qualification Level 4 Diploma in licensed contract management (desirable) Benefits Contracts Manager Benefits All salary and benefits will be discussed at the interview stage with the Hiring Manager. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals. Our Social Links: Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram
Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager - Utilities / Infrastructure Locations: Exeter / Cardiff Job Type: Full-time About the Role We are partnered with an international project and cost management consultancy that delivers innovative solutions across construction, real estate, and infrastructure. Known for its collaborative approach, transparency, and commitment to performance excellence, the business supports a wide range of high-profile clients across multiple sectors. They are currently supporting a major utilities client, delivering programmes within a highly regulated infrastructure environment. As such, they are seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager with experience in water, or other regulated sectors such as energy, rail, or utilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career in a client-facing role, gaining exposure to complex projects while being supported by a highly experienced team. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of infrastructure and utilities projects as part of a wider commercial team Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, cost plans, and client reports Contribute to risk management and value engineering processes Support contract administration including valuations, cost reporting, and forecasting Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities and schedules of rates Attend project and client meetings, taking key actions and following up where required Ensure work outputs are delivered accurately and in a timely manner Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with governance processes Support procurement activities including tender preparation and evaluation Build strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Skills & Experience Essential: Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Cost Management role within infrastructure or construction Exposure to utilities or regulated environments (water preferred, but energy/rail considered) Understanding of cost management principles and contract administration Familiarity with standard forms of contract such as NEC or JCT Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Proactive and willing to learn within a fast-paced project environment Preferred: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or similar Progressing towards MRICS (or equivalent) 3-6 years' experience Strong IT skills including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint What Theyr're Looking For: A motivated and developing QS with a strong interest in the utilities sector Someone eager to build experience within regulated infrastructure environments A collaborative team player with a positive and proactive attitude Commitment to professional development and career progression Diversity & Inclusion Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager - Utilities / Infrastructure Locations: Exeter / Cardiff Job Type: Full-time About the Role We are partnered with an international project and cost management consultancy that delivers innovative solutions across construction, real estate, and infrastructure. Known for its collaborative approach, transparency, and commitment to performance excellence, the business supports a wide range of high-profile clients across multiple sectors. They are currently supporting a major utilities client, delivering programmes within a highly regulated infrastructure environment. As such, they are seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager with experience in water, or other regulated sectors such as energy, rail, or utilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further develop their career in a client-facing role, gaining exposure to complex projects while being supported by a highly experienced team. Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of infrastructure and utilities projects as part of a wider commercial team Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, cost plans, and client reports Contribute to risk management and value engineering processes Support contract administration including valuations, cost reporting, and forecasting Assist in the preparation of bills of quantities and schedules of rates Attend project and client meetings, taking key actions and following up where required Ensure work outputs are delivered accurately and in a timely manner Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with governance processes Support procurement activities including tender preparation and evaluation Build strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders Skills & Experience Essential: Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Cost Management role within infrastructure or construction Exposure to utilities or regulated environments (water preferred, but energy/rail considered) Understanding of cost management principles and contract administration Familiarity with standard forms of contract such as NEC or JCT Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks Proactive and willing to learn within a fast-paced project environment Preferred: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction, Engineering, or similar Progressing towards MRICS (or equivalent) 3-6 years' experience Strong IT skills including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint What Theyr're Looking For: A motivated and developing QS with a strong interest in the utilities sector Someone eager to build experience within regulated infrastructure environments A collaborative team player with a positive and proactive attitude Commitment to professional development and career progression Diversity & Inclusion Our client is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, click apply for full job details
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, click apply for full job details
Overview We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to manage an established portfolio of customer accounts whilst driving new business growth across its product divisions. The role offers an excellent blend of account management and business development, with responsibility for maintaining and growing existing OEM and manufacturing customer relationships whilst identifying and developing new opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be based from the Birmingham office, working closely with internal teams and customers throughout the UK. Key Product Areas Supplying specialist solutions into OEM and manufacturing sectors including: Construction equipment manufacturers Off-highway vehicle manufacturers Agricultural machinery manufacturers Industrial vehicle OEMs Typical customers include organisations similar to CAT, JCB and Volvo. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customer accounts. Build relationships with procurement, engineering, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders. Identify opportunities for account growth and increased market penetration. Generate and convert new business opportunities across target sectors. Develop opportunities within both existing and emerging markets. Conduct customer visits, presentations and product discussions. Produce quotations and commercial proposals. Work closely with engineering, production and customer service teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Maintain accurate pipeline and activity reporting through CRM systems. Achieve agreed sales, profitability and new business targets. Candidate Profile Essential Proven success in a Business Development, Sales or Account Management role. Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment. Demonstrable ability to develop new business while managing existing customer relationships. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Commercially aware with strong negotiation capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience selling into OEM, manufacturing or industrial customers. Exposure to construction equipment, off-highway vehicles, commercial vehicles, automotive, bus and coach, rail, agricultural machinery or similar sectors. Experience working with technical or engineered products. Knowledge of consultative or solution-based sales approaches. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven. Comfortable identifying and developing new opportunities. Able to build credibility with both commercial and technical stakeholders. Organised and self-motivated. Equally comfortable managing established relationships and developing new business opportunities. Why Join? Opportunity to represent well-established market-leading product ranges. Strong existing customer base combined with significant new business potential. Exposure to recognised global OEM customers. Stable and respected UK manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. Genuine opportunity to influence growth within key product sectors.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Overview We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to manage an established portfolio of customer accounts whilst driving new business growth across its product divisions. The role offers an excellent blend of account management and business development, with responsibility for maintaining and growing existing OEM and manufacturing customer relationships whilst identifying and developing new opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be based from the Birmingham office, working closely with internal teams and customers throughout the UK. Key Product Areas Supplying specialist solutions into OEM and manufacturing sectors including: Construction equipment manufacturers Off-highway vehicle manufacturers Agricultural machinery manufacturers Industrial vehicle OEMs Typical customers include organisations similar to CAT, JCB and Volvo. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customer accounts. Build relationships with procurement, engineering, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders. Identify opportunities for account growth and increased market penetration. Generate and convert new business opportunities across target sectors. Develop opportunities within both existing and emerging markets. Conduct customer visits, presentations and product discussions. Produce quotations and commercial proposals. Work closely with engineering, production and customer service teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Maintain accurate pipeline and activity reporting through CRM systems. Achieve agreed sales, profitability and new business targets. Candidate Profile Essential Proven success in a Business Development, Sales or Account Management role. Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment. Demonstrable ability to develop new business while managing existing customer relationships. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Commercially aware with strong negotiation capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience selling into OEM, manufacturing or industrial customers. Exposure to construction equipment, off-highway vehicles, commercial vehicles, automotive, bus and coach, rail, agricultural machinery or similar sectors. Experience working with technical or engineered products. Knowledge of consultative or solution-based sales approaches. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven. Comfortable identifying and developing new opportunities. Able to build credibility with both commercial and technical stakeholders. Organised and self-motivated. Equally comfortable managing established relationships and developing new business opportunities. Why Join? Opportunity to represent well-established market-leading product ranges. Strong existing customer base combined with significant new business potential. Exposure to recognised global OEM customers. Stable and respected UK manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. Genuine opportunity to influence growth within key product sectors.
Customer Marketing Manager (Subscriptions) Location: Hybrid working - 4 days from home, 1 day per week in the Maidstone office Circa 35k The Company Our client is one of the UK's leading independent media businesses, producing specialist magazines, digital content and live events across highly engaged niche sectors including motorsport, aviation, transport, music, gardening, railways and equestrian lifestyle. From iconic titles and trusted editorial brands to major exhibitions and community-focused events, our client's portfolio sits at the heart of the audiences it serves. Across print and digital platforms, the business brings together readers, enthusiasts and industry professionals through high-quality content, insight and experiences. As its subscriptions business continues to grow, our client is investing in customer marketing, audience insight and digital innovation to deepen audience engagement and drive long-term subscriber value. About the Role Our client is seeking a commercially minded Customer Marketing Manager to drive subscriber growth and retention across a portfolio of enthusiast brands spanning motorcycling, modelling and railways. This hands-on role offers real ownership of acquisition, engagement and retention activity. Working across digital and traditional channels, you'll use customer insight, testing and creative campaigns to grow subscriptions and maximise customer lifetime value. Partnering closely with editorial, publishing and marketing teams, you'll help shape customer journeys, influence commercial performance and identify new growth opportunities in a dynamic media environment. With responsibility for several established subscription brands, you'll have the opportunity to directly influence revenue growth, customer engagement and long-term audience value. This is an excellent opportunity for a subscription, membership or DTC marketer looking to broaden their impact across multiple brands. If you combine data-driven decision-making with creative thinking and enjoy delivering measurable results, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Subscription Growth & Retention: Develop and deliver audience-led acquisition, engagement and retention strategies across a portfolio of subscription brands Drive subscription volume, revenue and profitability against agreed targets Increase subscriber lifetime value through effective renewal, retention and engagement activity Identify new opportunities to grow audiences and improve customer performance Campaign Management: Plan, execute and optimise multi-channel marketing campaigns across: Email marketing Paid and organic social media Brand websites In-magazine promotions Affiliate partnerships Events and partnerships Manage seasonal promotional campaigns alongside the wider subscriptions team Lead test-and-learn initiatives across pricing, offers, payment methods, messaging and audience targeting Monitor campaign performance and implement continuous improvements Data & Insights: Use customer and subscription data to inform marketing decisions and uncover growth opportunities Analyse campaign performance and present actionable insights and recommendations Support customer acquisition initiatives, including newsletter sign-ups and lead generation activity Manage budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting for assigned brands Collaboration & Brand Development: Build strong relationships with publishers, editors and cross-functional teams Work closely with editorial, publishing and commercial stakeholders to deliver business objectives Identify cross-selling and partnership opportunities across internal and third-party audiences Contribute to wider portfolio initiatives and strategic business projects What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Subscription, membership or other recurring revenue marketing experience within a DTC environment Experience delivering acquisition, retention and customer engagement campaigns Experience working within subscription, membership or recurring revenue business models Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights Experience managing campaigns across email, social and paid digital channels Understanding of A/B testing, optimisation and customer segmentation Strong Excel, reporting and campaign analysis skills Excellent organisation, project management and stakeholder management abilities A proactive, collaborative and commercially focused approach Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Desirable: Experience using customer databases or Single Customer View (SCV) platforms Familiarity with ESPs (Email Service Providers), Meta Business Suite and Google Ads Experience within subscriptions, publishing, media, membership or other customer-led businesses Benefits Salary up to 35,000 per annum Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Additional day off for your birthday Company pension scheme Opportunities for career development and progression The chance to work across a portfolio of well-known enthusiast brands with highly engaged audiences
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Customer Marketing Manager (Subscriptions) Location: Hybrid working - 4 days from home, 1 day per week in the Maidstone office Circa 35k The Company Our client is one of the UK's leading independent media businesses, producing specialist magazines, digital content and live events across highly engaged niche sectors including motorsport, aviation, transport, music, gardening, railways and equestrian lifestyle. From iconic titles and trusted editorial brands to major exhibitions and community-focused events, our client's portfolio sits at the heart of the audiences it serves. Across print and digital platforms, the business brings together readers, enthusiasts and industry professionals through high-quality content, insight and experiences. As its subscriptions business continues to grow, our client is investing in customer marketing, audience insight and digital innovation to deepen audience engagement and drive long-term subscriber value. About the Role Our client is seeking a commercially minded Customer Marketing Manager to drive subscriber growth and retention across a portfolio of enthusiast brands spanning motorcycling, modelling and railways. This hands-on role offers real ownership of acquisition, engagement and retention activity. Working across digital and traditional channels, you'll use customer insight, testing and creative campaigns to grow subscriptions and maximise customer lifetime value. Partnering closely with editorial, publishing and marketing teams, you'll help shape customer journeys, influence commercial performance and identify new growth opportunities in a dynamic media environment. With responsibility for several established subscription brands, you'll have the opportunity to directly influence revenue growth, customer engagement and long-term audience value. This is an excellent opportunity for a subscription, membership or DTC marketer looking to broaden their impact across multiple brands. If you combine data-driven decision-making with creative thinking and enjoy delivering measurable results, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Subscription Growth & Retention: Develop and deliver audience-led acquisition, engagement and retention strategies across a portfolio of subscription brands Drive subscription volume, revenue and profitability against agreed targets Increase subscriber lifetime value through effective renewal, retention and engagement activity Identify new opportunities to grow audiences and improve customer performance Campaign Management: Plan, execute and optimise multi-channel marketing campaigns across: Email marketing Paid and organic social media Brand websites In-magazine promotions Affiliate partnerships Events and partnerships Manage seasonal promotional campaigns alongside the wider subscriptions team Lead test-and-learn initiatives across pricing, offers, payment methods, messaging and audience targeting Monitor campaign performance and implement continuous improvements Data & Insights: Use customer and subscription data to inform marketing decisions and uncover growth opportunities Analyse campaign performance and present actionable insights and recommendations Support customer acquisition initiatives, including newsletter sign-ups and lead generation activity Manage budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting for assigned brands Collaboration & Brand Development: Build strong relationships with publishers, editors and cross-functional teams Work closely with editorial, publishing and commercial stakeholders to deliver business objectives Identify cross-selling and partnership opportunities across internal and third-party audiences Contribute to wider portfolio initiatives and strategic business projects What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Subscription, membership or other recurring revenue marketing experience within a DTC environment Experience delivering acquisition, retention and customer engagement campaigns Experience working within subscription, membership or recurring revenue business models Strong analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights Experience managing campaigns across email, social and paid digital channels Understanding of A/B testing, optimisation and customer segmentation Strong Excel, reporting and campaign analysis skills Excellent organisation, project management and stakeholder management abilities A proactive, collaborative and commercially focused approach Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Desirable: Experience using customer databases or Single Customer View (SCV) platforms Familiarity with ESPs (Email Service Providers), Meta Business Suite and Google Ads Experience within subscriptions, publishing, media, membership or other customer-led businesses Benefits Salary up to 35,000 per annum Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Additional day off for your birthday Company pension scheme Opportunities for career development and progression The chance to work across a portfolio of well-known enthusiast brands with highly engaged audiences
Cloud Systems Engineer Permanent Hybrid Working South Wales Are you an experienced Cloud Engineer looking for an opportunity to shape cloud strategy, influence technical decisions, and take ownership of a growing multi-cloud environment? We're supporting a well-established organisation undergoing a significant digital transformation programme. As part of this journey, they're looking to appoint a Cloud Systems Engineer to lead the design, security, operation and continuous improvement of their cloud platforms. This role will suit someone who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, enjoys working across multiple teams, and wants to play a key role in delivering secure, resilient and scalable cloud services. The Role As the Cloud Systems Engineer, you'll act as the organisation's cloud subject matter expert, taking primary responsibility for AWS environments while also supporting Azure and Microsoft 365 services. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure, ensuring platforms remain secure, cost-effective, highly available and aligned to best practice. Working closely with infrastructure, development, cyber security and support teams, you'll provide both hands-on engineering expertise and strategic technical guidance. Key Responsibilities Cloud Engineering & Architecture Design, build and maintain secure cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure Develop cloud architectures aligned with industry best practice and the AWS Well-Architected Framework Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation and similar technologies) Design secure multi-account environments, networking and connectivity solutions Define cloud standards, patterns and engineering best practices Support the organisation's ongoing digital transformation initiatives Security, Identity & Governance Implement and maintain secure identity and access management controls Apply Zero Trust and least-privilege security principles Integrate AWS workloads with Microsoft Entra ID Manage cloud-native security services, monitoring and alerting Work alongside cyber security teams to improve security posture and reduce risk Resilience & Operations Manage monitoring, performance and availability across cloud environments Design and maintain backup, disaster recovery and business continuity solutions Provide 3rd line support for cloud-related incidents and technical issues Support service reliability and operational excellence Cost & Performance Optimisation Monitor cloud consumption and costs Implement governance, reporting and optimisation measures Balance performance, resilience and commercial efficiency What We're Looking For Essential Experience Strong hands-on AWS engineering experience within an enterprise or commercial environment Experience acting as a cloud SME or technical authority Experience designing and operating secure cloud platforms Strong infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code experience Experience working closely with cyber security teams Technical Skills AWS EC2, Auto Scaling and Load Balancing VPC design, networking and connectivity RDS and managed database services Lambda and event-driven architectures IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager and Parameter Store CloudWatch, CloudTrail and AWS Config GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF and other AWS security services AWS Organizations Azure networking, virtual machines and monitoring Microsoft Entra ID, MFA and Conditional Access AWS and Azure identity integration Desirable Microsoft 365 administration and governance IBM Cloud exposure Hybrid or multi-cloud experience Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Knowledge of OAuth2, OIDC and SAML Certifications Highly desirable: AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional Additional certifications welcomed: AWS Security Specialty Azure Certifications Microsoft 365 Certifications Security+ CCNA Other infrastructure, networking or cyber security qualifications What's in It for You? Salary of £47,00 - £51,000 Hybrid working model in South Wales Generous annual leave entitlement Excellent pension scheme Ongoing professional development and training opportunities Opportunity to play a key role in a major cloud transformation programme Collaborative and supportive working environment Apply Now If you're a skilled AWS-focused Cloud/Infrastructure Engineer looking to combine architecture, security, automation and technical leadership in a highly visible role, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Cloud Systems Engineer Permanent Hybrid Working South Wales Are you an experienced Cloud Engineer looking for an opportunity to shape cloud strategy, influence technical decisions, and take ownership of a growing multi-cloud environment? We're supporting a well-established organisation undergoing a significant digital transformation programme. As part of this journey, they're looking to appoint a Cloud Systems Engineer to lead the design, security, operation and continuous improvement of their cloud platforms. This role will suit someone who thrives on solving complex technical challenges, enjoys working across multiple teams, and wants to play a key role in delivering secure, resilient and scalable cloud services. The Role As the Cloud Systems Engineer, you'll act as the organisation's cloud subject matter expert, taking primary responsibility for AWS environments while also supporting Azure and Microsoft 365 services. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and managing cloud infrastructure, ensuring platforms remain secure, cost-effective, highly available and aligned to best practice. Working closely with infrastructure, development, cyber security and support teams, you'll provide both hands-on engineering expertise and strategic technical guidance. Key Responsibilities Cloud Engineering & Architecture Design, build and maintain secure cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure Develop cloud architectures aligned with industry best practice and the AWS Well-Architected Framework Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (CloudFormation and similar technologies) Design secure multi-account environments, networking and connectivity solutions Define cloud standards, patterns and engineering best practices Support the organisation's ongoing digital transformation initiatives Security, Identity & Governance Implement and maintain secure identity and access management controls Apply Zero Trust and least-privilege security principles Integrate AWS workloads with Microsoft Entra ID Manage cloud-native security services, monitoring and alerting Work alongside cyber security teams to improve security posture and reduce risk Resilience & Operations Manage monitoring, performance and availability across cloud environments Design and maintain backup, disaster recovery and business continuity solutions Provide 3rd line support for cloud-related incidents and technical issues Support service reliability and operational excellence Cost & Performance Optimisation Monitor cloud consumption and costs Implement governance, reporting and optimisation measures Balance performance, resilience and commercial efficiency What We're Looking For Essential Experience Strong hands-on AWS engineering experience within an enterprise or commercial environment Experience acting as a cloud SME or technical authority Experience designing and operating secure cloud platforms Strong infrastructure automation and Infrastructure as Code experience Experience working closely with cyber security teams Technical Skills AWS EC2, Auto Scaling and Load Balancing VPC design, networking and connectivity RDS and managed database services Lambda and event-driven architectures IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager and Parameter Store CloudWatch, CloudTrail and AWS Config GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF and other AWS security services AWS Organizations Azure networking, virtual machines and monitoring Microsoft Entra ID, MFA and Conditional Access AWS and Azure identity integration Desirable Microsoft 365 administration and governance IBM Cloud exposure Hybrid or multi-cloud experience Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Knowledge of OAuth2, OIDC and SAML Certifications Highly desirable: AWS Solutions Architect Associate or Professional Additional certifications welcomed: AWS Security Specialty Azure Certifications Microsoft 365 Certifications Security+ CCNA Other infrastructure, networking or cyber security qualifications What's in It for You? Salary of £47,00 - £51,000 Hybrid working model in South Wales Generous annual leave entitlement Excellent pension scheme Ongoing professional development and training opportunities Opportunity to play a key role in a major cloud transformation programme Collaborative and supportive working environment Apply Now If you're a skilled AWS-focused Cloud/Infrastructure Engineer looking to combine architecture, security, automation and technical leadership in a highly visible role, we'd love to hear from you.
Parts Manager / Parts Controller Location: Rotherham Hours: Monday to Friday, 08 30 Salary: £DOE (dependent on experience) Type: Full-time Overview We are seeking an experienced and organised Parts Manager / Parts Controller to join a busy commercial vehicle maintenance operation within a modern Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU). This is a key role ensuring the smooth supply, control, and management of vehicle parts to support a high-performing workshop environment working with HGV and commercial fleet vehicles. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day control of vehicle parts within the workshop - Order, receive, and distribute parts efficiently to technicians - Maintain accurate stock levels and conduct regular stock checks - Liaise with suppliers to ensure best pricing and availability - Ensure all parts are correctly logged and issued against job cards - Support workshop productivity by minimising vehicle downtime - Work closely with workshop and VMU management to plan parts requirements - Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant parts department Requirements - Previous experience in a parts controller, parts advisor, or workshop stores role (HGV/commercial preferred) - Strong organisational and communication skills - Good understanding of vehicle components (HGV, trailers, or fleet desirable) - Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment - Confident using systems for stock control and ordering - A proactive, hands-on approach What s on Offer - Stable Monday Friday working pattern - Modern workshop environment - Long-term career opportunity within a growing fleet operation - Competitive salary dependent on experience
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Parts Manager / Parts Controller Location: Rotherham Hours: Monday to Friday, 08 30 Salary: £DOE (dependent on experience) Type: Full-time Overview We are seeking an experienced and organised Parts Manager / Parts Controller to join a busy commercial vehicle maintenance operation within a modern Vehicle Maintenance Unit (VMU). This is a key role ensuring the smooth supply, control, and management of vehicle parts to support a high-performing workshop environment working with HGV and commercial fleet vehicles. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day control of vehicle parts within the workshop - Order, receive, and distribute parts efficiently to technicians - Maintain accurate stock levels and conduct regular stock checks - Liaise with suppliers to ensure best pricing and availability - Ensure all parts are correctly logged and issued against job cards - Support workshop productivity by minimising vehicle downtime - Work closely with workshop and VMU management to plan parts requirements - Maintain a clean, organised, and compliant parts department Requirements - Previous experience in a parts controller, parts advisor, or workshop stores role (HGV/commercial preferred) - Strong organisational and communication skills - Good understanding of vehicle components (HGV, trailers, or fleet desirable) - Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment - Confident using systems for stock control and ordering - A proactive, hands-on approach What s on Offer - Stable Monday Friday working pattern - Modern workshop environment - Long-term career opportunity within a growing fleet operation - Competitive salary dependent on experience
National Account Manager Contract Catering & Travel Home Based Regular travel to Haydock HQ, customer sites and industry events We're proud to be exclusively partnering with Aimia Foods on a fantastic opportunity within their growing Aimia for Professionals division. Home to much-loved brands including Galaxy Hot Chocolate, Drink Me Chai, Horlicks, Bubbleology and Shmoo, Aimia has built an outstanding reputation across the Out of Home sector and continues to invest heavily in both its brands and people. As the business continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a commercially driven National Account Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major Contract Catering customers while accelerating growth across the Travel & Leisure channel. The Role This is a varied commercial role combining strategic account development with targeted new business. You'll inherit established relationships with some of the UK's leading contract caterers, while identifying opportunities to increase product penetration, broaden distribution and grow Aimia's presence across travel and leisure operators. Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing major Contract Catering customers including national operators Increasing distribution and expanding branded product listings across existing customers Driving growth across Travel & Leisure, including airlines, rail, leisure attractions and hospitality operators Identifying and converting strategic new business opportunities within targeted customer groups Building relationships with stakeholders across commercial, procurement and operational teams Leading commercial negotiations, account plans and Joint Business Plans Working closely with Marketing, Category and NPD to deliver customer growth initiatives About You We're looking for someone with the energy, commercial drive and relationship-building skills to unlock growth opportunities. You'll have: National Account Management experience within Foodservice, Contract Catering, Out of Home or a related FMCG environment Experience managing complex customer relationships and influencing multiple stakeholders A track record of growing existing accounts through increased distribution, range expansion or commercial development A proactive, resilient approach with the confidence to open new doors and create opportunities Strong commercial acumen and excellent presentation and communication skills Willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays and industry exhibitions Experience across both Contract Catering and Travel & Leisure would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in individuals with strong Foodservice experience who are keen to broaden their channel exposure. Interested? If you're looking for an opportunity to work with a market-leading portfolio, develop some of the UK's biggest Contract Catering relationships and help grow an exciting Travel & Leisure channel, we'd love to hear from you. The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business specialising in the consumer products sector. The Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for Aimia Foods. All direct and third-party applications will be managed by The Advocate Group as part of the recruitment process.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
National Account Manager Contract Catering & Travel Home Based Regular travel to Haydock HQ, customer sites and industry events We're proud to be exclusively partnering with Aimia Foods on a fantastic opportunity within their growing Aimia for Professionals division. Home to much-loved brands including Galaxy Hot Chocolate, Drink Me Chai, Horlicks, Bubbleology and Shmoo, Aimia has built an outstanding reputation across the Out of Home sector and continues to invest heavily in both its brands and people. As the business continues to grow, they're looking to appoint a commercially driven National Account Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major Contract Catering customers while accelerating growth across the Travel & Leisure channel. The Role This is a varied commercial role combining strategic account development with targeted new business. You'll inherit established relationships with some of the UK's leading contract caterers, while identifying opportunities to increase product penetration, broaden distribution and grow Aimia's presence across travel and leisure operators. Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing major Contract Catering customers including national operators Increasing distribution and expanding branded product listings across existing customers Driving growth across Travel & Leisure, including airlines, rail, leisure attractions and hospitality operators Identifying and converting strategic new business opportunities within targeted customer groups Building relationships with stakeholders across commercial, procurement and operational teams Leading commercial negotiations, account plans and Joint Business Plans Working closely with Marketing, Category and NPD to deliver customer growth initiatives About You We're looking for someone with the energy, commercial drive and relationship-building skills to unlock growth opportunities. You'll have: National Account Management experience within Foodservice, Contract Catering, Out of Home or a related FMCG environment Experience managing complex customer relationships and influencing multiple stakeholders A track record of growing existing accounts through increased distribution, range expansion or commercial development A proactive, resilient approach with the confidence to open new doors and create opportunities Strong commercial acumen and excellent presentation and communication skills Willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays and industry exhibitions Experience across both Contract Catering and Travel & Leisure would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in individuals with strong Foodservice experience who are keen to broaden their channel exposure. Interested? If you're looking for an opportunity to work with a market-leading portfolio, develop some of the UK's biggest Contract Catering relationships and help grow an exciting Travel & Leisure channel, we'd love to hear from you. The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business specialising in the consumer products sector. The Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for Aimia Foods. All direct and third-party applications will be managed by The Advocate Group as part of the recruitment process.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Business Development Manager / Branch Sales Manager in Halesowen, West Midlands. This opportunity is ideal for a driven and experienced sales professional seeking a role that combines field-based business development with branch management responsibilities. Benefits for the successful Business Development Manager: Basic salary of 38,000 Realistic OTE of 44,000 Company car included 32 days annual leave including bank holidays Working hours from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Approximately 70% field-based, 30% branch-based role Ongoing training and development Genuine career progression opportunities Duties of the Business Development Manager: Spend approximately 70-80% of your time visiting existing and prospective customers to generate new business Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts, maximising sales and customer retention Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your designated territory Promote and sell trailers, parts, equipment, and related services Prepare quotations, negotiate deals, and convert opportunities into sales Support and collaborate with the branch team to ensure excellent customer service Support branch operations, including stock management and achieving sales targets Lead and motivate the branch team when required Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and customer visit reports Enhance market share through proactive networking and business development Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards Requirements of the Business Development Manager: Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Branch Sales Manager, or Field Sales Executive Demonstrable success in securing new business and growing existing customer accounts Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills Experience within the automotive, trailer, commercial vehicle, engineering, or industrial sectors is advantageous Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently Excellent commercial awareness and communication skills Leadership or branch management experience is beneficial but not essential Full UK driving licence This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a reputable business with a strong focus on growth and customer satisfaction. If you are a results-oriented sales professional with a proactive approach, this position will suit your ambitions. Contact Archie Lawson, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement, covering Halesowen and West Midlands, today to discover more about this fantastic Business Development Manager opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job, let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of Business Development Manager / Branch Sales Manager in Halesowen, West Midlands. This opportunity is ideal for a driven and experienced sales professional seeking a role that combines field-based business development with branch management responsibilities. Benefits for the successful Business Development Manager: Basic salary of 38,000 Realistic OTE of 44,000 Company car included 32 days annual leave including bank holidays Working hours from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday Approximately 70% field-based, 30% branch-based role Ongoing training and development Genuine career progression opportunities Duties of the Business Development Manager: Spend approximately 70-80% of your time visiting existing and prospective customers to generate new business Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key accounts, maximising sales and customer retention Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your designated territory Promote and sell trailers, parts, equipment, and related services Prepare quotations, negotiate deals, and convert opportunities into sales Support and collaborate with the branch team to ensure excellent customer service Support branch operations, including stock management and achieving sales targets Lead and motivate the branch team when required Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and customer visit reports Enhance market share through proactive networking and business development Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards Requirements of the Business Development Manager: Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, Area Sales Manager, Branch Sales Manager, or Field Sales Executive Demonstrable success in securing new business and growing existing customer accounts Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills Experience within the automotive, trailer, commercial vehicle, engineering, or industrial sectors is advantageous Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently Excellent commercial awareness and communication skills Leadership or branch management experience is beneficial but not essential Full UK driving licence This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a reputable business with a strong focus on growth and customer satisfaction. If you are a results-oriented sales professional with a proactive approach, this position will suit your ambitions. Contact Archie Lawson, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement, covering Halesowen and West Midlands, today to discover more about this fantastic Business Development Manager opportunity. Our team of Automotive recruitment specialists are dedicated to finding the perfect match for both job seekers and employers in the motor trade. Don't settle for just any Motor Trade job, let us help you find the one to take the first step towards your dream Motor Trade career.
ROLE: Works Delivery Manager - Rail & Civils SALARY: Up to 48,500 + vehicle and package LOCATION: Wigan office DURATION: Permanent and urgent role The Role As a Works Delivery Manager, you will be tasked with overseeing Network Rail and rail-related infrastructure contracts. You must possess experience in planning, organizing, motivating, and effectively deploying site personnel and resources to ensure completion within the designated program period. We seek a confident communicator capable of liaising with the Client on a daily basis, fostering and enhancing these relationships based on mutual trust and high standards. Being well-versed in on-site personnel management, you will also conduct site visits alongside other contractors and sub-contractors, identifying training requirements and the developmental potential of staff. Requirements PTS SMSTS Ideally has experience managing fast paced civils and building works ideally within the Rail Environment on projects valued 1000 - 100k+ Has some experience managing the commercial aspect of projects and programme management Experienced as a Site Manager / Works Delivery Manager or Similar within Civils or Rail Infrastructure Duties Management of Network Rail (client) and rail related infrastructure to requisite performance criteria, ensuring stringent KPIs are met in line with client expectations (estimate submissions, delivery timescales, risk scores, completion packs etc) Collaborate with Client personnel and act as the company's representative during Client deliverability meetings when necessary. Foster and enhance client relationships based on mutual trust and high standards of contract performance, aligning with the company's core values. Conduct pre-site scoping visits to gather work requirements and facilitate thorough planning and execution of tasks. Coordinate with the commercial team to assess estimate submissions and final account details, analysing trends and reporting daily civil performance to the Project Manager to track the contractual progress of works against the schedule. Oversee assigned site teams to ensure adherence to site returns, commercial reporting, quality, and safety standards, thereby promoting efficiencies across the Framework and aiding in the timely submission of EWNs/compensation events. Develop and implement site-specific management plans to guarantee that site activities align with the company's Health and Safety, Quality, and Environmental Policies. Create and execute site documentation and contract plans to meet, at a minimum, the Client's requirements and specifications. Ensure effective programme management in the planning of works, capturing all necessary third-party access consents, possession/isolation submissions, traffic management requests, etc., as needed to coordinate and facilitate the successful execution of tasks. Identify training needs and development opportunities for the allocated company personnel. Perform site audits and engage with the assigned site teams. Champion and instil a culture of professional safety behaviour throughout the organization, encouraging positive changes in daily operations. Perform any other duties as may be reasonably required. To be considered, please apply online. For more information or to apply please contact Max Blake on (phone number removed)
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
ROLE: Works Delivery Manager - Rail & Civils SALARY: Up to 48,500 + vehicle and package LOCATION: Wigan office DURATION: Permanent and urgent role The Role As a Works Delivery Manager, you will be tasked with overseeing Network Rail and rail-related infrastructure contracts. You must possess experience in planning, organizing, motivating, and effectively deploying site personnel and resources to ensure completion within the designated program period. We seek a confident communicator capable of liaising with the Client on a daily basis, fostering and enhancing these relationships based on mutual trust and high standards. Being well-versed in on-site personnel management, you will also conduct site visits alongside other contractors and sub-contractors, identifying training requirements and the developmental potential of staff. Requirements PTS SMSTS Ideally has experience managing fast paced civils and building works ideally within the Rail Environment on projects valued 1000 - 100k+ Has some experience managing the commercial aspect of projects and programme management Experienced as a Site Manager / Works Delivery Manager or Similar within Civils or Rail Infrastructure Duties Management of Network Rail (client) and rail related infrastructure to requisite performance criteria, ensuring stringent KPIs are met in line with client expectations (estimate submissions, delivery timescales, risk scores, completion packs etc) Collaborate with Client personnel and act as the company's representative during Client deliverability meetings when necessary. Foster and enhance client relationships based on mutual trust and high standards of contract performance, aligning with the company's core values. Conduct pre-site scoping visits to gather work requirements and facilitate thorough planning and execution of tasks. Coordinate with the commercial team to assess estimate submissions and final account details, analysing trends and reporting daily civil performance to the Project Manager to track the contractual progress of works against the schedule. Oversee assigned site teams to ensure adherence to site returns, commercial reporting, quality, and safety standards, thereby promoting efficiencies across the Framework and aiding in the timely submission of EWNs/compensation events. Develop and implement site-specific management plans to guarantee that site activities align with the company's Health and Safety, Quality, and Environmental Policies. Create and execute site documentation and contract plans to meet, at a minimum, the Client's requirements and specifications. Ensure effective programme management in the planning of works, capturing all necessary third-party access consents, possession/isolation submissions, traffic management requests, etc., as needed to coordinate and facilitate the successful execution of tasks. Identify training needs and development opportunities for the allocated company personnel. Perform site audits and engage with the assigned site teams. Champion and instil a culture of professional safety behaviour throughout the organization, encouraging positive changes in daily operations. Perform any other duties as may be reasonably required. To be considered, please apply online. For more information or to apply please contact Max Blake on (phone number removed)
Contracts Manager Location: London Start Date: ASAP Company Introduction Our client is a well-established privately owned business with an excellent reputation for delivering engineered solutions that consistently exceed customer expectations in a cost-effective and timely manner. They provide a comprehensive range of fully compliant, aesthetically designed door sets, engineered with a strong focus on safety and security. With nearly 30 years of experience manufacturing fire doors, the business has continually developed both its product range and technical expertise. Through a customer-focused approach and commitment to innovation, they have become one of the UK s most extensively tested and certified fire door manufacturers, recognised for enhancing product performance, reliability, and compliance standards. The company manages the full project lifecycle from survey and design through to installation and ongoing maintenance. Their continued growth has been driven by an uncompromising approach to compliance, quality, and attention to detail. Clients benefit from expertly delivered solutions backed by rigorous industry standards, providing confidence, safety, and peace of mind. Role Introduction Our client is a leading UK manufacturer and installer of passive fire protection solutions, specialising in fully tested and certified fire doorsets, fire stopping, and compartmentation systems. Operating from a UKAS-accredited manufacturing facility, they deliver regulator-ready, compliant solutions across high-rise residential, commercial, and public sector projects. They are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple large-scale passive fire protection (PFP) projects valued between £2m £4m from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will have a proven background within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security sectors, with strong technical knowledge of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems. Reporting into senior management, you will oversee both direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while maintaining strong commercial oversight and ensuring adherence to all relevant fire safety regulations and company procedures. This opportunity would suit a proactive, organised, and commercially astute professional with excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of driving project performance while maintaining a strong focus on compliance, traceability, and value for money. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries. Strong understanding of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment systems. Experience managing large-scale projects valued between £2m £4m. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Strong stakeholder engagement and client management experience. Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations. Full UK driving licence. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple passive fire protection (PFP) projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification. Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance. Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant standards including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999. Maintain strong commercial awareness by monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability. Act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports. Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), ensuring first-pass compliance and regulator-ready audit trails. Drive continuous improvement through identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance. Ensure subcontractors and operatives are appropriately qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products. Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are fully recorded and traceable via digital compliance systems (Golden Thread). Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum. Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all project teams. Remuneration & Benefits Circa £65,000 per annum salary Company car, laptop, and mobile phone 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Additional holiday entitlement awarded with length of service (up to 3 extra days) Pension scheme Free on-site parking Please Contact (url removed)
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Contracts Manager Location: London Start Date: ASAP Company Introduction Our client is a well-established privately owned business with an excellent reputation for delivering engineered solutions that consistently exceed customer expectations in a cost-effective and timely manner. They provide a comprehensive range of fully compliant, aesthetically designed door sets, engineered with a strong focus on safety and security. With nearly 30 years of experience manufacturing fire doors, the business has continually developed both its product range and technical expertise. Through a customer-focused approach and commitment to innovation, they have become one of the UK s most extensively tested and certified fire door manufacturers, recognised for enhancing product performance, reliability, and compliance standards. The company manages the full project lifecycle from survey and design through to installation and ongoing maintenance. Their continued growth has been driven by an uncompromising approach to compliance, quality, and attention to detail. Clients benefit from expertly delivered solutions backed by rigorous industry standards, providing confidence, safety, and peace of mind. Role Introduction Our client is a leading UK manufacturer and installer of passive fire protection solutions, specialising in fully tested and certified fire doorsets, fire stopping, and compartmentation systems. Operating from a UKAS-accredited manufacturing facility, they deliver regulator-ready, compliant solutions across high-rise residential, commercial, and public sector projects. They are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple large-scale passive fire protection (PFP) projects valued between £2m £4m from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will have a proven background within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security sectors, with strong technical knowledge of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment systems. Reporting into senior management, you will oversee both direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance. You will act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while maintaining strong commercial oversight and ensuring adherence to all relevant fire safety regulations and company procedures. This opportunity would suit a proactive, organised, and commercially astute professional with excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of driving project performance while maintaining a strong focus on compliance, traceability, and value for money. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries. Strong understanding of fire stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment systems. Experience managing large-scale projects valued between £2m £4m. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Strong stakeholder engagement and client management experience. Commercially astute with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations. Full UK driving licence. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple passive fire protection (PFP) projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification. Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance. Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant standards including BS EN 1634, BS 8214, and BS 9999. Maintain strong commercial awareness by monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability. Act as the key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports. Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), ensuring first-pass compliance and regulator-ready audit trails. Drive continuous improvement through identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance. Ensure subcontractors and operatives are appropriately qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products. Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are fully recorded and traceable via digital compliance systems (Golden Thread). Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum. Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all project teams. Remuneration & Benefits Circa £65,000 per annum salary Company car, laptop, and mobile phone 21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Additional holiday entitlement awarded with length of service (up to 3 extra days) Pension scheme Free on-site parking Please Contact (url removed)
Job Title: Site Manager - Passive Fire Location: Surrey Salary: > 50,000 + Package We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist manufacturer & contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. Duties/Responsibilities: Manage multiple passive fire protection (PFP) projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification. Supervise and coordinate daily site activities for fire safety and remedial works (FRA projects). Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance. Oversee the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment works. Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and quality/safety checks. Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and photographic evidence using digital tools. Liaise with clients, residents, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery in live social housing environments. Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant standards (BS EN 1634, BS 8214, BS 9999). Maintain strong commercial awareness-monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability. Act as the key point of site contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports. Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), to ensure first-pass compliance and regulator-ready audit trails. Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance. Ensure subcontractors and operatives are suitably qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products. Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are recorded and traceable via Shellen's digital systems (Golden Thread). Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum. Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence across all project teams. Experience: Proven experience as a Site Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries. Relevant Trade / PFP Qualifications and Certifications Desirable to have recent experience of working in the Social Housing sector. Strong understanding of fire-stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment. Experience managing large-scale projects ( 2-4 million). Sound knowledge of fire regulations, FRA requirements, and passive fire protection systems. Experience managing direct labour, agency and sub-contractors. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Stakeholder engagement Commercially aware with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations. Desirable to have a carpentry background, ideally with hands-on experience in fire door installation or remedial works. Confident using IT systems, digital reporting tools, and mobile site applications. Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points). Salary and Benefits: Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone. Annual holiday allowance of 21 days plus Bank Holidays Rising with an additional day for each year of service (to a maximum of 3 additional days) Pension plan Inclusion to company fun days
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Site Manager - Passive Fire Location: Surrey Salary: > 50,000 + Package We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist manufacturer & contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. Duties/Responsibilities: Manage multiple passive fire protection (PFP) projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification. Supervise and coordinate daily site activities for fire safety and remedial works (FRA projects). Oversee both direct labour teams and subcontractors, maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and performance. Oversee the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation, and containment works. Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and quality/safety checks. Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and photographic evidence using digital tools. Liaise with clients, residents, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery in live social housing environments. Ensure compliance with all fire safety regulations, company procedures, and relevant standards (BS EN 1634, BS 8214, BS 9999). Maintain strong commercial awareness-monitoring budgets, costs, and project profitability. Act as the key point of site contact for clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Produce and manage project documentation, programmes, and progress reports. Implement and monitor quality assurance processes, including Property Quality Plans (PQP) and Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), to ensure first-pass compliance and regulator-ready audit trails. Drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, value engineering opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives without compromising safety or compliance. Ensure subcontractors and operatives are suitably qualified, trained, and using accredited materials and products. Conduct site inspections, monitor defect resolution, and ensure all installations are recorded and traceable via Shellen's digital systems (Golden Thread). Liaise with design teams, clients, and third-party auditors to resolve technical issues and maintain programme momentum. Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and excellence across all project teams. Experience: Proven experience as a Site Manager within the fire protection, construction, or fire & security industries. Relevant Trade / PFP Qualifications and Certifications Desirable to have recent experience of working in the Social Housing sector. Strong understanding of fire-stopping, fire doors, compartmentation, and containment. Experience managing large-scale projects ( 2-4 million). Sound knowledge of fire regulations, FRA requirements, and passive fire protection systems. Experience managing direct labour, agency and sub-contractors. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Stakeholder engagement Commercially aware with the ability to manage budgets and contractual obligations. Desirable to have a carpentry background, ideally with hands-on experience in fire door installation or remedial works. Confident using IT systems, digital reporting tools, and mobile site applications. Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points). Salary and Benefits: Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone. Annual holiday allowance of 21 days plus Bank Holidays Rising with an additional day for each year of service (to a maximum of 3 additional days) Pension plan Inclusion to company fun days
