Finance Business Partner - Wastewater Capital Delivery Location: Durrington, Worthing Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, (flexible working options considered) Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus benefits About the role: There has never been a more important time to join Southern Water. As we move into AMP8, we are delivering one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes in the industry, focused on improving environmental performance, service resilience and long-term affordability for customers. As a Finance Business Partner - Wastewater Capital Delivery, you will play a critical role supporting the delivery of this multi-year, regulated capital programme. Working at the heart of the Wastewater Capital Delivery function, you will help ensure investment decisions are robust, efficient and aligned to regulatory commitments, while actively supporting the business to challenge costs, drive efficiencies and deliver value for money. This is a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment where regulatory scrutiny, performance commitments and cost pressures require strong financial leadership. You will work closely with senior operational, engineering and programme leaders, acting as the trusted finance voice across AMP8 delivery, providing clear insight, constructive challenge and forward-looking analysis to support confident decision-making. What you will be responsible for Acting as the Finance Lead for Wastewater Capital Delivery, providing trusted financial advice and insight to senior stakeholders across AMP8 programmes and portfolios. Owning the AMP8 wastewater CAPEX budget, including profiling, in-year forecasting and long-term outlook, with clear articulation of risks, opportunities and delivery confidence. Supporting the business to challenge costs and drive efficiencies, ensuring capital solutions are affordable, efficient and aligned to Ofwat's value for money expectations. Providing robust financial input into investment decisions, business cases and change control, ensuring spend remains aligned to regulatory allowances and outcomes. Delivering high-quality financial analysis, including scenario modelling, cost sensitivity and options appraisal, to support prioritisation and delivery trade-offs. Producing, developing and improving AMP-focused CAPEX and performance reporting, providing clear insight into spend, forecast outturn, efficiency delivery and regulatory performance. • Providing strong financial governance and cost assurance across capital programmes and projects, recommending corrective actions where delivery or affordability risks arise. Partnering with engineering, delivery, commercial and asset teams to embed strong cost management, control assurance and efficient ways of working. Supporting continuous improvement of forecasting, reporting and financial processes to enhance transparency, challenge and responsiveness throughout AMP8. What you'll bring to the role Essential Experience in Finance Business Partnering, Management Accounting, FP&A or a similar commercial finance role, with demonstrable exposure to capital investment or regulated delivery environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interrogate complex, imperfect data and provide clear, credible insight and challenge. Proven ability to constructively challenge costs, influence delivery decisions and support efficiency opportunities without compromising outcomes. Excellent communication skills, with confidence engaging senior operational, engineering and programme stakeholders. Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and make sound judgements in a fast-moving AMP delivery environment. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project, programme or asset-based delivery drivers. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong capability across core Microsoft Office tools. Desirable A professional accounting qualification (or qualification in progress); qualified by experience will also be considered. Experience within utilities, regulated environments, infrastructure or asset-intensive industries, particularly CAPEX-heavy organisations. Understanding of Ofwat regulation, AMP frameworks, cost assessment principles. Experience using Power BI or similar financial reporting and visualisation tools, or a strong willingness to learn. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for , this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in how water services are managed. You'll be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions and help shape long-term outcomes. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you - even if you don't tick every box. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner - Wastewater Capital Delivery Location: Durrington, Worthing Hybrid Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, (flexible working options considered) Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus benefits About the role: There has never been a more important time to join Southern Water. As we move into AMP8, we are delivering one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes in the industry, focused on improving environmental performance, service resilience and long-term affordability for customers. As a Finance Business Partner - Wastewater Capital Delivery, you will play a critical role supporting the delivery of this multi-year, regulated capital programme. Working at the heart of the Wastewater Capital Delivery function, you will help ensure investment decisions are robust, efficient and aligned to regulatory commitments, while actively supporting the business to challenge costs, drive efficiencies and deliver value for money. This is a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment where regulatory scrutiny, performance commitments and cost pressures require strong financial leadership. You will work closely with senior operational, engineering and programme leaders, acting as the trusted finance voice across AMP8 delivery, providing clear insight, constructive challenge and forward-looking analysis to support confident decision-making. What you will be responsible for Acting as the Finance Lead for Wastewater Capital Delivery, providing trusted financial advice and insight to senior stakeholders across AMP8 programmes and portfolios. Owning the AMP8 wastewater CAPEX budget, including profiling, in-year forecasting and long-term outlook, with clear articulation of risks, opportunities and delivery confidence. Supporting the business to challenge costs and drive efficiencies, ensuring capital solutions are affordable, efficient and aligned to Ofwat's value for money expectations. Providing robust financial input into investment decisions, business cases and change control, ensuring spend remains aligned to regulatory allowances and outcomes. Delivering high-quality financial analysis, including scenario modelling, cost sensitivity and options appraisal, to support prioritisation and delivery trade-offs. Producing, developing and improving AMP-focused CAPEX and performance reporting, providing clear insight into spend, forecast outturn, efficiency delivery and regulatory performance. • Providing strong financial governance and cost assurance across capital programmes and projects, recommending corrective actions where delivery or affordability risks arise. Partnering with engineering, delivery, commercial and asset teams to embed strong cost management, control assurance and efficient ways of working. Supporting continuous improvement of forecasting, reporting and financial processes to enhance transparency, challenge and responsiveness throughout AMP8. What you'll bring to the role Essential Experience in Finance Business Partnering, Management Accounting, FP&A or a similar commercial finance role, with demonstrable exposure to capital investment or regulated delivery environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interrogate complex, imperfect data and provide clear, credible insight and challenge. Proven ability to constructively challenge costs, influence delivery decisions and support efficiency opportunities without compromising outcomes. Excellent communication skills, with confidence engaging senior operational, engineering and programme stakeholders. Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and make sound judgements in a fast-moving AMP delivery environment. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project, programme or asset-based delivery drivers. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong capability across core Microsoft Office tools. Desirable A professional accounting qualification (or qualification in progress); qualified by experience will also be considered. Experience within utilities, regulated environments, infrastructure or asset-intensive industries, particularly CAPEX-heavy organisations. Understanding of Ofwat regulation, AMP frameworks, cost assessment principles. Experience using Power BI or similar financial reporting and visualisation tools, or a strong willingness to learn. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain's water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for , this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in how water services are managed. You'll be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions and help shape long-term outcomes. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we'd love to hear from you - even if you don't tick every box. Additional information: In line with Southern Water's security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.
Senior Data Architect 2-Year Fixed Term Contract £80,000 - £100,000+ DOE Hybrid Working Edinburgh, Stirling, Bath or London (2-3 days per week) Shape the Future of Data, Analytics & AI in Financial Services We're supporting a major UK financial services organisation with the appointment of a Senior Data Architect to play a pivotal role in transforming how data is leveraged across the business. This is an opportunity for a technically strong architect who can hit the ground running from day one, providing architectural leadership across enterprise data platforms, analytics initiatives, machine learning capabilities and emerging AI solutions. You'll be responsible for defining and governing data architecture standards, designing scalable data solutions, and ensuring trusted, high-quality data is available to support business decision-making, regulatory obligations and innovation programmes. What You'll Be Doing Defining and evolving enterprise, domain and solution-level data architecture Designing logical and physical data models for operational, analytical and AI use cases Establishing architecture standards, patterns, principles and governance frameworks Providing technical leadership and architectural assurance across delivery teams Collaborating with stakeholders across technology, data, analytics, security and business functions Driving best practice in data governance, lineage, metadata management and data quality Supporting strategic data initiatives, investment planning and architectural roadmaps Ensuring solutions meet regulatory, security, resilience and performance requirements Mentoring teams and promoting strong architectural practices across the organisation What We're Looking For We're seeking an architect with a strong technical background who is comfortable influencing senior stakeholders while remaining hands-on in architecture design and decision making. You'll ideally bring: 3+ years' experience operating in a Senior Data Architect capacity Strong expertise in data architecture, data modelling and information management Experience designing modern data platforms supporting analytics, reporting and machine learning workloads Knowledge of data governance, lineage, metadata management and data quality frameworks Experience defining technical standards, patterns and architectural principles Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to provide architectural leadership from day one Industry Experience Financial services experience is highly desirable, although candidates from other regulated industries such as insurance, pensions, utilities or healthcare will also be considered. Particular interest will be given to candidates with experience across: Retirement savings and retirement income products Wealth, investments or asset management Regulatory data environments Finance analytics and data value chain transformation initiatives Exposure to AI, Machine Learning and emerging Agentic AI solutions within enterprise environments would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? Strategic architecture role with significant visibility and influence Opportunity to shape data strategy, analytics and AI capability Long-term transformation programme within a highly respected financial services organisation Flexible hybrid working from Edinburgh, Stirling, Bath or London Competitive package with flexibility for exceptional candidates If you're a technically focused Data Architect looking to drive meaningful change across data, analytics and AI within a complex regulated environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Data Architect 2-Year Fixed Term Contract £80,000 - £100,000+ DOE Hybrid Working Edinburgh, Stirling, Bath or London (2-3 days per week) Shape the Future of Data, Analytics & AI in Financial Services We're supporting a major UK financial services organisation with the appointment of a Senior Data Architect to play a pivotal role in transforming how data is leveraged across the business. This is an opportunity for a technically strong architect who can hit the ground running from day one, providing architectural leadership across enterprise data platforms, analytics initiatives, machine learning capabilities and emerging AI solutions. You'll be responsible for defining and governing data architecture standards, designing scalable data solutions, and ensuring trusted, high-quality data is available to support business decision-making, regulatory obligations and innovation programmes. What You'll Be Doing Defining and evolving enterprise, domain and solution-level data architecture Designing logical and physical data models for operational, analytical and AI use cases Establishing architecture standards, patterns, principles and governance frameworks Providing technical leadership and architectural assurance across delivery teams Collaborating with stakeholders across technology, data, analytics, security and business functions Driving best practice in data governance, lineage, metadata management and data quality Supporting strategic data initiatives, investment planning and architectural roadmaps Ensuring solutions meet regulatory, security, resilience and performance requirements Mentoring teams and promoting strong architectural practices across the organisation What We're Looking For We're seeking an architect with a strong technical background who is comfortable influencing senior stakeholders while remaining hands-on in architecture design and decision making. You'll ideally bring: 3+ years' experience operating in a Senior Data Architect capacity Strong expertise in data architecture, data modelling and information management Experience designing modern data platforms supporting analytics, reporting and machine learning workloads Knowledge of data governance, lineage, metadata management and data quality frameworks Experience defining technical standards, patterns and architectural principles Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to provide architectural leadership from day one Industry Experience Financial services experience is highly desirable, although candidates from other regulated industries such as insurance, pensions, utilities or healthcare will also be considered. Particular interest will be given to candidates with experience across: Retirement savings and retirement income products Wealth, investments or asset management Regulatory data environments Finance analytics and data value chain transformation initiatives Exposure to AI, Machine Learning and emerging Agentic AI solutions within enterprise environments would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? Strategic architecture role with significant visibility and influence Opportunity to shape data strategy, analytics and AI capability Long-term transformation programme within a highly respected financial services organisation Flexible hybrid working from Edinburgh, Stirling, Bath or London Competitive package with flexibility for exceptional candidates If you're a technically focused Data Architect looking to drive meaningful change across data, analytics and AI within a complex regulated environment, we'd love to hear from you.
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Finance Business Partner PMO & Investments to join our growing Finance team. A highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the Finance PMO (FPMO) and investment governance activities. Acting as a key partner to the FPMO Manager, this role will drive project tracking, governance, and reporting across strategic finance and cross-functional initiatives. The role plays a critical part in enabling high-quality decision-making, improving transparency of investment performance, and supporting finance transformation. Day to Day You'll Be: Project Tracking & Governance Own the end-to-end tracking and reporting of finance and cross-functional projects, ensuring clear milestones, timelines, ownership, and visibility of key issues Partner with project leads to build and maintain project plans (Smartsheet or similar), driving consistency and quality of updates Monitor project performance, identifying risks, blockers, and delays, and proactively support teams to stay on track Act as a subject matter expert in project governance, driving best practice and consistency across initiatives Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a central point of contact across Finance, Commercial, and other business functions for project tracking and investment queries Build strong relationships to drive accountability, transparency, and engagement Facilitate discussions to help teams articulate challenges and navigate delivery issues Data, Reporting & Insight Develop and maintain insightful reporting on project progress and performance to support prioritisation and decision-making Leverage financial modelling to support analysis of initiatives and track value delivery Investment & Planning Support Support evaluation of business cases and track realised vs planned benefits Participate in longer-term planning cycles, particularly around investment initiatives Process Improvement & Transformation Lead continuous improvement of project governance and reporting consistency Support the development of a best-in-class FPMO function Contribute to and influence broader finance transformation initiatives, improving scalability and effectiveness of finance processes Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or similar analytical role Strong Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights Confident stakeholder engagement across multiple functions Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, problem-solving mindset Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in PMO, project, or transformation environments Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project Exposure to investment appraisal or business case evaluation Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title AF Sr Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice What We'll Bring: We Are TransUnion: TransUnion is a major credit reference agency, and we offer specialist services in fraud, identity and risk management, automated decisioning and demographics. We support organisations across a variety of sectors including finance, retail, telecommunications, utilities, gaming, government and insurance. What You'll Bring: We're looking for a Finance Business Partner PMO & Investments to join our growing Finance team. A highly analytical and proactive Senior Analyst to support the Finance PMO (FPMO) and investment governance activities. Acting as a key partner to the FPMO Manager, this role will drive project tracking, governance, and reporting across strategic finance and cross-functional initiatives. The role plays a critical part in enabling high-quality decision-making, improving transparency of investment performance, and supporting finance transformation. Day to Day You'll Be: Project Tracking & Governance Own the end-to-end tracking and reporting of finance and cross-functional projects, ensuring clear milestones, timelines, ownership, and visibility of key issues Partner with project leads to build and maintain project plans (Smartsheet or similar), driving consistency and quality of updates Monitor project performance, identifying risks, blockers, and delays, and proactively support teams to stay on track Act as a subject matter expert in project governance, driving best practice and consistency across initiatives Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a central point of contact across Finance, Commercial, and other business functions for project tracking and investment queries Build strong relationships to drive accountability, transparency, and engagement Facilitate discussions to help teams articulate challenges and navigate delivery issues Data, Reporting & Insight Develop and maintain insightful reporting on project progress and performance to support prioritisation and decision-making Leverage financial modelling to support analysis of initiatives and track value delivery Investment & Planning Support Support evaluation of business cases and track realised vs planned benefits Participate in longer-term planning cycles, particularly around investment initiatives Process Improvement & Transformation Lead continuous improvement of project governance and reporting consistency Support the development of a best-in-class FPMO function Contribute to and influence broader finance transformation initiatives, improving scalability and effectiveness of finance processes Essential Skills & Experience: Experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or similar analytical role Strong Excel and financial modelling capability Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights Confident stakeholder engagement across multiple functions Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, problem-solving mindset Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in PMO, project, or transformation environments Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project Exposure to investment appraisal or business case evaluation Impact You'll Make: What's In It For you? At TransUnion you will be joining a friendly, forward thinking global business. As well as an excellent salary and bonus scheme or commission scheme (if joining our sales teams) our benefits package comes with: 26 days' annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Global paid wellness days off + a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday A generous contributory pension scheme + access to the TransUnion Employee Stock Purchase Plan Private health care + a variety of physical, mental and financial fitness wellbeing programmes such as access to mindfulness tools Access to our diversity forums and communities so you can get involved in causes close to your heart TransUnion - a place to grow: If there's something on the list of essential / desirable skills that you can't quite tick off, don't let that put you off applying. We are open to exploring training and development opportunities for the right candidate to ensure you are successful. We know imposter syndrome is real, lets confront it so we can continue to grow and thrive together Flexibility at TU: We recognise that our people need the freedom to balance their day-to-day lives with their work. This is why we've set out to create inclusive and flexible policies and practices for you to accommodate all your responsibilities and needs: children, family and beyond. If the role is advertised as full time, don't let this stop you from applying. Let us know if you're looking for a part time or flexible working arrangement and we can discuss this with you. Additional support: At TransUnion, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individual's talents and perspectives are valued. When you apply for a position with us, you're not just joining a team, you're becoming part of a community that celebrates differences and embraces equality. We understand that everyone has different needs, which is why we offer a range of reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to help you through the application process or to attend an interview with us by contacting (url removed) Interview & Hiring Process: Most of our recruitment processes are virtual, so you'll get to know our hiring managers and teams over the phone and through video. If we need you to attend a physical in person interview your recruiter will inform you of this. We do not accept any unsolicited CV's from recruitment agencies. If you are a recruitment agency on our PSL our talent team will contact you directly should we require any assistance. Find out more about Life At TU UK: (url removed) is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week. TransUnion Job Title AF Sr Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis
Job Title: Estimator Multi-utility / Civils Location: Remote or can work from office Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Business Area: Multi-utility About IES Utilities Group Ltd: IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value. Purpose of the Role : The successful Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimating function across high-value, complex opportunities that are critical to the company s growth trajectory. Operating within a business with turnover up to £200m+ per annum, this role will ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially robust, supporting the successful delivery of bids, acquisitions, and major strategic projects. Key Skills: Interpret the requirements of clients by undertaking detailed assessment of all project documents Produce estimate from first principles to include all labour, materials, sub-contractors and prelim items Cost modelling and cash flow forecasts Ability to work alone to tight deadlines as required Production of fully priced risk registers Good commercial knowledge and ability to interpret contract risks Interpretation of contract documents and identification of commercial risks Develop financial models and cost breakdowns to support business cases Presentation of estimate proposals to Senior Management and Directors in accordance with internal governance procedures Issue enquiries and benchmark prices taking consideration of stated exclusions Bid & Project Support Work with commercial and planning teams to ensure estimates support high-quality bid submissions Liaise with Operations to ensure estimates reflect all delivery requirements and capture all of the costs required to deliver the works Contribute to pricing strategies for complex frameworks, joint ventures, and strategic projects. Provide estimating input during negotiations with clients, partners, and investors. Governance & Risk Managemen t Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards, client requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Maintain governance, audit trails, and benchmarking information to validate estimating accuracy. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with divisional leaders, commercial teams, and technical experts to validate assumptions and ensure deliverability. Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence. Experience Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure, or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms). The ideal candidate would be Multi-Discipline Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging at Executive and Board levels. Key Measures of Success Timely delivery of accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates Positive feedback from all Managers, Department Heads of Business and Directors. What to do next: Click and apply Can also reach out and send your CV along with a cover letter
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Estimator Multi-utility / Civils Location: Remote or can work from office Company: IES Utilities Group Ltd Business Area: Multi-utility About IES Utilities Group Ltd: IES Utilities Group Ltd is a leading UK utility Provider delivering end-to-end utility solutions. Our teams operate across Power, Gas, Water, Telecoms, District Heating and Renewables, where we provide survey, design, construction, and maintenance services nationwide. With a commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability, IES supports clients in building and maintaining resilient, future-ready infrastructure networks across the UK. Headquartered in Manchester, IES continues to grow as a trusted partner in the utilities sector. Our vision is to be the leading utility and infrastructure services provider, Known for innovative and sustainable solutions to current and future challenges, and our mission: To enable essential utility networks and infrastructure to achieve exceptional levels of resilience and long-term value. Purpose of the Role : The successful Estimator will be responsible for supporting the estimating function across high-value, complex opportunities that are critical to the company s growth trajectory. Operating within a business with turnover up to £200m+ per annum, this role will ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and commercially robust, supporting the successful delivery of bids, acquisitions, and major strategic projects. Key Skills: Interpret the requirements of clients by undertaking detailed assessment of all project documents Produce estimate from first principles to include all labour, materials, sub-contractors and prelim items Cost modelling and cash flow forecasts Ability to work alone to tight deadlines as required Production of fully priced risk registers Good commercial knowledge and ability to interpret contract risks Interpretation of contract documents and identification of commercial risks Develop financial models and cost breakdowns to support business cases Presentation of estimate proposals to Senior Management and Directors in accordance with internal governance procedures Issue enquiries and benchmark prices taking consideration of stated exclusions Bid & Project Support Work with commercial and planning teams to ensure estimates support high-quality bid submissions Liaise with Operations to ensure estimates reflect all delivery requirements and capture all of the costs required to deliver the works Contribute to pricing strategies for complex frameworks, joint ventures, and strategic projects. Provide estimating input during negotiations with clients, partners, and investors. Governance & Risk Managemen t Ensure all estimates are compliant with company standards, client requirements, and regulatory frameworks. Maintain governance, audit trails, and benchmarking information to validate estimating accuracy. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Engage with divisional leaders, commercial teams, and technical experts to validate assumptions and ensure deliverability. Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and partners to secure accurate pricing and market intelligence. Experience Extensive estimating experience within utilities, infrastructure, or construction, ideally across multiple sectors (power, water, gas, renewables, telecoms). The ideal candidate would be Multi-Discipline Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience engaging at Executive and Board levels. Key Measures of Success Timely delivery of accurate, competitive, and commercially robust estimates Positive feedback from all Managers, Department Heads of Business and Directors. What to do next: Click and apply Can also reach out and send your CV along with a cover letter
Regonal Finance Business Partner opportunity based in Livingston (Hybrid working) Your new company Our client, a future focussed utilities business, has an exciting job opportunity for a commercially astute qualified senior finance professional to join them as Regional Finance Business Partner. Your new role This role is pivotal in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic guidance to ensure the successful execution and delivery of portfolio investment within the region (Capex) whilst playing a key role in managing Regional Cost performance (Opex).Key responsibilities will include: Strategic Financial Support: Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, aligning financial guidance with strategic goals.Engage stakeholders to understand needs and support resource allocation.Step in for the Regional Head of Finance when needed.Financial Planning & Analysis:Collaborate on budgets, forecasts, and performance targets for capital and operational expenditures.Analyze variances and provide insights to support decision-making.Performance Reporting:Create and present financial reports and dashboards to senior stakeholders.Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.Financial Modelling:Build and maintain models to assess project viability and optimise costs.Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate financial impacts.Risk Management:Identify and mitigate financial risks in capital projects.Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards throughout project lifecycles. What you'll need to succeed CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified or QBE.Proven experience in a finance business partnering or program/financial analysis role.Able to join the dots between long-term strategy and financial performance, whilst dealing with ambiguity. An ability to 'think outside the box'.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and impact the decisions and financial performance of senior stakeholders and their teams.Strong commercial skills.Proven ability to adapt style of financial information presentation to suit a range of stakeholders, both financial and non-financial.Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling techniques. Some experience of 'capex' reporting would be of benefit.Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and drive results under tight deadlines.Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel What you'll get in return An employer who is focussed on making a real difference and whose pioneering research, cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the utilities industry. A business where inclusion is at the heart of everything they do A collaborative culture focused on the development of its people. Tailored learning and development programs to help you grow and succeed Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in office) Circa £65k-£70k base salary DOE, plus the benefits below: Annual bonus of up to 15% (based on personal and company performance). 28 days' holiday plus 8 statutory holidays - plus option to buy 5 additional days. Double-match pension scheme (max company contribution 12%). Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice, private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more. Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long-term illness or injury. Excellent family-friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/ shared parental leave. Career progression, professional training and development. Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7. Financial support to cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions relevant to your role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Regonal Finance Business Partner opportunity based in Livingston (Hybrid working) Your new company Our client, a future focussed utilities business, has an exciting job opportunity for a commercially astute qualified senior finance professional to join them as Regional Finance Business Partner. Your new role This role is pivotal in providing financial insights, analysis, and strategic guidance to ensure the successful execution and delivery of portfolio investment within the region (Capex) whilst playing a key role in managing Regional Cost performance (Opex).Key responsibilities will include: Strategic Financial Support: Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, aligning financial guidance with strategic goals.Engage stakeholders to understand needs and support resource allocation.Step in for the Regional Head of Finance when needed.Financial Planning & Analysis:Collaborate on budgets, forecasts, and performance targets for capital and operational expenditures.Analyze variances and provide insights to support decision-making.Performance Reporting:Create and present financial reports and dashboards to senior stakeholders.Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.Financial Modelling:Build and maintain models to assess project viability and optimise costs.Perform scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate financial impacts.Risk Management:Identify and mitigate financial risks in capital projects.Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards throughout project lifecycles. What you'll need to succeed CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified or QBE.Proven experience in a finance business partnering or program/financial analysis role.Able to join the dots between long-term strategy and financial performance, whilst dealing with ambiguity. An ability to 'think outside the box'.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and impact the decisions and financial performance of senior stakeholders and their teams.Strong commercial skills.Proven ability to adapt style of financial information presentation to suit a range of stakeholders, both financial and non-financial.Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling techniques. Some experience of 'capex' reporting would be of benefit.Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and drive results under tight deadlines.Proficiency in financial systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel What you'll get in return An employer who is focussed on making a real difference and whose pioneering research, cutting-edge technologies and innovative thinking are driving change in the utilities industry. A business where inclusion is at the heart of everything they do A collaborative culture focused on the development of its people. Tailored learning and development programs to help you grow and succeed Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in office) Circa £65k-£70k base salary DOE, plus the benefits below: Annual bonus of up to 15% (based on personal and company performance). 28 days' holiday plus 8 statutory holidays - plus option to buy 5 additional days. Double-match pension scheme (max company contribution 12%). Opt-In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice, private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more. Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you're unable to work due to long-term illness or injury. Excellent family-friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/ shared parental leave. Career progression, professional training and development. Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7. Financial support to cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions relevant to your role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
