ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Leeds / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport links, this role is well suited to candidates based in Leeds who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Leeds / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport links, this role is well suited to candidates based in Leeds who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Derby / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Derby / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Derby, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: London / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With excellent rail connectivity to London, this role is well suited to candidates who are comfortable travelling for a senior leadership position while remaining based in London. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: London / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With excellent rail connectivity to London, this role is well suited to candidates who are comfortable travelling for a senior leadership position while remaining based in London. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Manchester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport connections, this role is well suited to candidates based in Manchester who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Manchester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport connections, this role is well suited to candidates based in Manchester who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Location: London Birmingham Manchester Leeds Newcastle Bicester Other UK locations considered Salary: Up to £70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits PackageTake the lead on some of the UK's most complex Data Centre projects.As demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, leading Building Services Design Consultancies are investing heavily in experienced engineers who can confidently lead projects, mentor junior colleagues and deliver technically outstanding mechanical designs.At Eligo Recruitment , we partner with some of the UK's most respected engineering consultancies, supporting the recruitment of Mechanical Design professionals who specialise in Mission Critical and Data Centre developments.If you're looking for a role where you'll have greater technical ownership, increased client exposure and the opportunity to influence the design of world-class facilities, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity This is more than simply producing designs.As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading the mechanical delivery of complex Data Centre projects from concept through to completion.You'll work closely with Associate Directors, Project Directors and multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest technical standards whilst mentoring junior engineers and maintaining excellent client relationships.Your expertise will directly influence the performance, resilience and sustainability of facilities supporting some of the world's largest technology organisations. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design of hyperscale and mission critical Data Centre projects. Produce and review detailed engineering calculations, reports and specifications. Design HVAC, chilled water, condenser water, ventilation and mechanical building services systems. Coordinate designs using Revit and BIM Level 2 workflows. Review and check the work produced by junior engineers. Mentor Graduate and Mechanical Design Engineers, supporting their technical development. Attend client meetings and present engineering solutions with confidence. Coordinate with Electrical, Public Health, Structural and Civil Engineering teams. Support Project Managers in delivering projects on time and within budget. Resolve complex engineering challenges through innovative and practical design solutions. Ensure compliance with current British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice. Contribute to technical excellence across the wider engineering team. About You You'll already have experience working within a Building Services Design Consultancy delivering Data Centre or Mission Critical projects.You'll be comfortable taking ownership of packages of work, managing your own workload and supporting less experienced engineers whilst remaining hands-on with the technical design.We're particularly interested in engineers with experience of: Mechanical Building Services Design Data Centre Design Mission Critical Facilities HVAC Design Chilled Water Systems Cooling Plant Ventilation Systems Heat Load Calculations Energy Efficient Design BIM and Revit Technical Report Writing Client Liaison Design Coordination Essential Requirement Previous Mechanical Building Services Design experience within the Data Centre or Mission Critical sector is essential. Unfortunately, applicants without relevant Data Centre consultancy experience cannot be considered for these opportunities. Why Join? The Data Centre sector continues to be one of the fastest-growing and most technically rewarding areas within Building Services Engineering.This role offers the opportunity to: Lead technically challenging engineering projects. Work alongside recognised experts in the Mission Critical sector. Develop leadership and mentoring experience. Build strong relationships with high-profile global clients. Gain exposure to some of the UK's largest hyperscale developments. Continue progressing towards Principal and Associate-level positions. Locations Our clients have opportunities throughout the UK, including: London Birmingham Manchester Leeds Newcastle Bicester Based elsewhere? We welcome applications from experienced engineers across the UK. If you have the right Data Centre Building Services Design Consultancy background, we'd be delighted to discuss opportunities in your preferred location. Why Work with Eligo Recruitment? At Eligo Recruitment, we specialise in recruiting engineering professionals across the Data Centre and Mission Critical sectors.Our consultants understand the market, the projects and the skills employers genuinely value. We work closely with leading Building Services Design Consultancies across the UK, providing access to both advertised and confidential opportunities.Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or simply interested in understanding the current market, we'll provide honest advice, detailed insight and a confidential recruitment process focused on your long-term career goals. Ready for Your Next Challenge? If you're an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within the Data Centre sector, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact the specialist engineering team at Eligo Recruitment for a confidential discussion about current opportunities with some of the UK's leading Building Services Design Consultancies. Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Location: London Birmingham Manchester Leeds Newcastle Bicester Other UK locations considered Salary: Up to £70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits PackageTake the lead on some of the UK's most complex Data Centre projects.As demand for digital infrastructure continues to accelerate, leading Building Services Design Consultancies are investing heavily in experienced engineers who can confidently lead projects, mentor junior colleagues and deliver technically outstanding mechanical designs.At Eligo Recruitment , we partner with some of the UK's most respected engineering consultancies, supporting the recruitment of Mechanical Design professionals who specialise in Mission Critical and Data Centre developments.If you're looking for a role where you'll have greater technical ownership, increased client exposure and the opportunity to influence the design of world-class facilities, we'd love to hear from you. The Opportunity This is more than simply producing designs.As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading the mechanical delivery of complex Data Centre projects from concept through to completion.You'll work closely with Associate Directors, Project Directors and multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest technical standards whilst mentoring junior engineers and maintaining excellent client relationships.Your expertise will directly influence the performance, resilience and sustainability of facilities supporting some of the world's largest technology organisations. Key Responsibilities Lead the mechanical design of hyperscale and mission critical Data Centre projects. Produce and review detailed engineering calculations, reports and specifications. Design HVAC, chilled water, condenser water, ventilation and mechanical building services systems. Coordinate designs using Revit and BIM Level 2 workflows. Review and check the work produced by junior engineers. Mentor Graduate and Mechanical Design Engineers, supporting their technical development. Attend client meetings and present engineering solutions with confidence. Coordinate with Electrical, Public Health, Structural and Civil Engineering teams. Support Project Managers in delivering projects on time and within budget. Resolve complex engineering challenges through innovative and practical design solutions. Ensure compliance with current British Standards, Building Regulations and industry best practice. Contribute to technical excellence across the wider engineering team. About You You'll already have experience working within a Building Services Design Consultancy delivering Data Centre or Mission Critical projects.You'll be comfortable taking ownership of packages of work, managing your own workload and supporting less experienced engineers whilst remaining hands-on with the technical design.We're particularly interested in engineers with experience of: Mechanical Building Services Design Data Centre Design Mission Critical Facilities HVAC Design Chilled Water Systems Cooling Plant Ventilation Systems Heat Load Calculations Energy Efficient Design BIM and Revit Technical Report Writing Client Liaison Design Coordination Essential Requirement Previous Mechanical Building Services Design experience within the Data Centre or Mission Critical sector is essential. Unfortunately, applicants without relevant Data Centre consultancy experience cannot be considered for these opportunities. Why Join? The Data Centre sector continues to be one of the fastest-growing and most technically rewarding areas within Building Services Engineering.This role offers the opportunity to: Lead technically challenging engineering projects. Work alongside recognised experts in the Mission Critical sector. Develop leadership and mentoring experience. Build strong relationships with high-profile global clients. Gain exposure to some of the UK's largest hyperscale developments. Continue progressing towards Principal and Associate-level positions. Locations Our clients have opportunities throughout the UK, including: London Birmingham Manchester Leeds Newcastle Bicester Based elsewhere? We welcome applications from experienced engineers across the UK. If you have the right Data Centre Building Services Design Consultancy background, we'd be delighted to discuss opportunities in your preferred location. Why Work with Eligo Recruitment? At Eligo Recruitment, we specialise in recruiting engineering professionals across the Data Centre and Mission Critical sectors.Our consultants understand the market, the projects and the skills employers genuinely value. We work closely with leading Building Services Design Consultancies across the UK, providing access to both advertised and confidential opportunities.Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or simply interested in understanding the current market, we'll provide honest advice, detailed insight and a confidential recruitment process focused on your long-term career goals. Ready for Your Next Challenge? If you're an experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within the Data Centre sector, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact the specialist engineering team at Eligo Recruitment for a confidential discussion about current opportunities with some of the UK's leading Building Services Design Consultancies. Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.
Our client, a high profiling technology organisation, urgently require an experienced Technical Director to run a major Maritime programme that they are delivering. In order to be successful, you will have the following background: Background within either UK Military, or working with the Military/MoD as a customer Experience of acting as a senior technical authority, providing architectural leadership Enterprise Architecture background across software engineering and platform delivery, including cloud-hosted services, APIs, DevSecOps, CI/CD and test automation Experience of introducing emerging technologies including AI, ML and data enabled services Strong and robust stakeholder management skills SC Cleared Within this role, you will be responsible for: Senior leadership role within a multi-year delivery environment, supporting thousands of uniformed personnel and civil servants Set the technical direction for the software house, ensuring digital products and services are aligned to MoD priorities and wider defence policy Define and maintain technical architecture roadmap Translate operational and business needs into coherent technical strategy Ensure that platforms, products, data, integration patterns and engineering approaches support long-term mission outcomes as well as immediate delivery priorities Provide technical leadership across complex code, low-code, data and platform services Work with stakeholders across MoD organisations Lead the approach surrounding modern engineering and emerging technologies Provide governance, assurance and risk management across the delivery portfolio Tech: Python, TypeScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, Tekton and associated DevSecOps toolchains, Saas platforms, Microsoft Power Platform, Palantir Foundry This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term role, within a high profile and dynamic organisation. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Our client, a high profiling technology organisation, urgently require an experienced Technical Director to run a major Maritime programme that they are delivering. In order to be successful, you will have the following background: Background within either UK Military, or working with the Military/MoD as a customer Experience of acting as a senior technical authority, providing architectural leadership Enterprise Architecture background across software engineering and platform delivery, including cloud-hosted services, APIs, DevSecOps, CI/CD and test automation Experience of introducing emerging technologies including AI, ML and data enabled services Strong and robust stakeholder management skills SC Cleared Within this role, you will be responsible for: Senior leadership role within a multi-year delivery environment, supporting thousands of uniformed personnel and civil servants Set the technical direction for the software house, ensuring digital products and services are aligned to MoD priorities and wider defence policy Define and maintain technical architecture roadmap Translate operational and business needs into coherent technical strategy Ensure that platforms, products, data, integration patterns and engineering approaches support long-term mission outcomes as well as immediate delivery priorities Provide technical leadership across complex code, low-code, data and platform services Work with stakeholders across MoD organisations Lead the approach surrounding modern engineering and emerging technologies Provide governance, assurance and risk management across the delivery portfolio Tech: Python, TypeScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, Tekton and associated DevSecOps toolchains, Saas platforms, Microsoft Power Platform, Palantir Foundry This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term role, within a high profile and dynamic organisation. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Our client, a high profiling technology organisation, urgently require an experienced Technical Director to run a major Maritime programme that they are delivering. In order to be successful, you will have the following background: Background within either UK Military, or working with the Military/MoD as a customer Experience of acting as a senior technical authority, providing architectural leadership Enterprise Architecture background across software engineering and platform delivery, including cloud-hosted services, APIs, DevSecOps, CI/CD and test automation Experience of introducing emerging technologies including AI, ML and data enabled services Strong and robust stakeholder management skills SC Cleared Within this role, you will be responsible for: Senior leadership role within a multi-year delivery environment, supporting thousands of uniformed personnel and civil servants Set the technical direction for the software house, ensuring digital products and services are aligned to MoD priorities and wider defence policy Define and maintain technical architecture roadmap Translate operational and business needs into coherent technical strategy Ensure that platforms, products, data, integration patterns and engineering approaches support long-term mission outcomes as well as immediate delivery priorities Provide technical leadership across complex code, low-code, data and platform services Work with stakeholders across MoD organisations Lead the approach surrounding modern engineering and emerging technologies Provide governance, assurance and risk management across the delivery portfolio Tech: Python, TypeScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, Tekton and associated DevSecOps toolchains, Saas platforms, Microsoft Power Platform, Palantir Foundry This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term role, within a high profile and dynamic organisation. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Our client, a high profiling technology organisation, urgently require an experienced Technical Director to run a major Maritime programme that they are delivering. In order to be successful, you will have the following background: Background within either UK Military, or working with the Military/MoD as a customer Experience of acting as a senior technical authority, providing architectural leadership Enterprise Architecture background across software engineering and platform delivery, including cloud-hosted services, APIs, DevSecOps, CI/CD and test automation Experience of introducing emerging technologies including AI, ML and data enabled services Strong and robust stakeholder management skills SC Cleared Within this role, you will be responsible for: Senior leadership role within a multi-year delivery environment, supporting thousands of uniformed personnel and civil servants Set the technical direction for the software house, ensuring digital products and services are aligned to MoD priorities and wider defence policy Define and maintain technical architecture roadmap Translate operational and business needs into coherent technical strategy Ensure that platforms, products, data, integration patterns and engineering approaches support long-term mission outcomes as well as immediate delivery priorities Provide technical leadership across complex code, low-code, data and platform services Work with stakeholders across MoD organisations Lead the approach surrounding modern engineering and emerging technologies Provide governance, assurance and risk management across the delivery portfolio Tech: Python, TypeScript, React, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, Tekton and associated DevSecOps toolchains, Saas platforms, Microsoft Power Platform, Palantir Foundry This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term role, within a high profile and dynamic organisation. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Birmingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Birmingham / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Birmingham, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Sheffield / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport links, this role is well suited to candidates based in Sheffield who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Sheffield / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With strong transport links, this role is well suited to candidates based in Sheffield who are open to travelling for a senior leadership position. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
My client is a leading Civil Engineering and Groundworks contractor operating nationally across multiple regional offices, currently looking for a customer care coordinator, based in Tamworth. Built on a reputation for quality, safety, technical expertise and customer service, we work in partnership with major housebuilders and developers to deliver infrastructure, groundworks and civil engineering projects. Purpose of the Role The Customer Care Co-ordinator is responsible for managing customer care cases from initial notification through to successful completion and closure. Acting as the central point of contact for developers, clients, homeowners and internal operational teams, the role ensures defects, enquiries and service requests are handled professionally, efficiently and in line with customer care standards and service level agreements. The role plays a key part in protecting the company's reputation, delivering excellent customer experiences and supporting the achievement of Customer Service Excellence across all regional operations. Key Responsibilities Customer Care Administration Receive, log and manage customer care defects and service requests. Maintain accurate records within the customer care database and management systems. Ensure all customer care cases are correctly allocated and tracked through to completion. Monitor outstanding actions and follow up as required to ensure timely resolution. Customer Communication Act as the first point of contact for customers, homeowners and client representatives. Acknowledge customer care requests within agreed response times. Keep customers informed throughout the lifecycle of each case. Manage customer expectations professionally and courteously. Handle customer concerns and complaints with empathy and professionalism. Co-ordination of Repairs and Inspections Liaise with Contracts Managers, Site Teams, Operatives and Subcontractors to arrange inspections and remedial works. Schedule appointments with homeowners and clients. Issue diary invites and appointment confirmations. Co-ordinate resources to ensure remedial works are completed within agreed timescales. Database and Reporting Maintain accurate records of defects, customer communications, inspections and completed works. Produce reports on response times, completion rates and outstanding customer care cases. Assist in monitoring KPIs and service standards. Identify recurring issues and emerging trends. Commercial and Financial Responsibilities Assist in obtaining quotations for chargeable works. Process approved customer care orders. Support invoice administration and payment tracking where required. Ensure all supporting documentation is accurately recorded. Stakeholder Management Build effective working relationships with: Site Management Teams Contracts Managers Construction Directors Technical Teams Commercial Teams Clients and Developers Homeowners Promote a positive and professional image of the business at all times. Continuous Improvement Support initiatives aimed at improving customer satisfaction and service delivery. Contribute to lessons learned reviews and defect trend analysis. Promote a "right first time" approach by sharing recurring issue data with operational teams. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Customer care requests acknowledged within company SLA. Defects logged accurately and on time. Appointment booking timescales achieved. Customer satisfaction levels maintained or improved. Reduction in overdue customer care cases. Accurate maintenance of customer care records and databases. Timely closure of customer care actions. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous experience in a customer care, customer service or administration role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with operational and technical teams. Desirable Experience within construction, housebuilding, groundworks or civil engineering. Knowledge of defects management processes. Experience using customer care management systems. Understanding of construction terminology and build processes. Personal Attributes Customer focused. Professional and approachable. Highly organised. Proactive and solution orientated. Calm under pressure. Resilient when dealing with challenging situations. Team player with a positive attitude. Committed to delivering excellent customer service. Career Development Opportunities This role offers progression opportunities into: Senior Customer Care Co-ordinator Customer Care Manager Head of Customer Care with continued development in customer service excellence, quality assurance and operational support within the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Aug 06, 2026
Full time
My client is a leading Civil Engineering and Groundworks contractor operating nationally across multiple regional offices, currently looking for a customer care coordinator, based in Tamworth. Built on a reputation for quality, safety, technical expertise and customer service, we work in partnership with major housebuilders and developers to deliver infrastructure, groundworks and civil engineering projects. Purpose of the Role The Customer Care Co-ordinator is responsible for managing customer care cases from initial notification through to successful completion and closure. Acting as the central point of contact for developers, clients, homeowners and internal operational teams, the role ensures defects, enquiries and service requests are handled professionally, efficiently and in line with customer care standards and service level agreements. The role plays a key part in protecting the company's reputation, delivering excellent customer experiences and supporting the achievement of Customer Service Excellence across all regional operations. Key Responsibilities Customer Care Administration Receive, log and manage customer care defects and service requests. Maintain accurate records within the customer care database and management systems. Ensure all customer care cases are correctly allocated and tracked through to completion. Monitor outstanding actions and follow up as required to ensure timely resolution. Customer Communication Act as the first point of contact for customers, homeowners and client representatives. Acknowledge customer care requests within agreed response times. Keep customers informed throughout the lifecycle of each case. Manage customer expectations professionally and courteously. Handle customer concerns and complaints with empathy and professionalism. Co-ordination of Repairs and Inspections Liaise with Contracts Managers, Site Teams, Operatives and Subcontractors to arrange inspections and remedial works. Schedule appointments with homeowners and clients. Issue diary invites and appointment confirmations. Co-ordinate resources to ensure remedial works are completed within agreed timescales. Database and Reporting Maintain accurate records of defects, customer communications, inspections and completed works. Produce reports on response times, completion rates and outstanding customer care cases. Assist in monitoring KPIs and service standards. Identify recurring issues and emerging trends. Commercial and Financial Responsibilities Assist in obtaining quotations for chargeable works. Process approved customer care orders. Support invoice administration and payment tracking where required. Ensure all supporting documentation is accurately recorded. Stakeholder Management Build effective working relationships with: Site Management Teams Contracts Managers Construction Directors Technical Teams Commercial Teams Clients and Developers Homeowners Promote a positive and professional image of the business at all times. Continuous Improvement Support initiatives aimed at improving customer satisfaction and service delivery. Contribute to lessons learned reviews and defect trend analysis. Promote a "right first time" approach by sharing recurring issue data with operational teams. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Customer care requests acknowledged within company SLA. Defects logged accurately and on time. Appointment booking timescales achieved. Customer satisfaction levels maintained or improved. Reduction in overdue customer care cases. Accurate maintenance of customer care records and databases. Timely closure of customer care actions. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous experience in a customer care, customer service or administration role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Word and Excel. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with operational and technical teams. Desirable Experience within construction, housebuilding, groundworks or civil engineering. Knowledge of defects management processes. Experience using customer care management systems. Understanding of construction terminology and build processes. Personal Attributes Customer focused. Professional and approachable. Highly organised. Proactive and solution orientated. Calm under pressure. Resilient when dealing with challenging situations. Team player with a positive attitude. Committed to delivering excellent customer service. Career Development Opportunities This role offers progression opportunities into: Senior Customer Care Co-ordinator Customer Care Manager Head of Customer Care with continued development in customer service excellence, quality assurance and operational support within the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
We are seeking a Design Manager to work on a Major Industrial Project. You will be managing the design development from concept through construction, ensuring buildability, cost efficiency, compliance, and integration with site operations. Responsibilities Lead the in-house design of: Piling systems (e.g., CFA, driven, rotary bored piles) Ground-bearing and suspended concrete slabs Associated substructures (pile caps, ground beams, rafts) Manage design programs to align with construction sequencing Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards (e.g. Eurocodes, British Standards) Co-ordinate between construction teams, temporary works & geo-technical Ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with methodology. Review and improve when you can. Is there a value engineering option ? Resolve technical queries (RFIs) during construction. Support in procurement & commercial inputs if called upon working in the SLT. Software Structural design software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, STAAD) AutoCAD / Revit (for coordination) Excel for design/calculations Reporting Line Head of Design & Project Director Interfaces with: Project Managers, Site Managers, Commercial Team, External Consultants Requirements Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering Chartered or working toward chartership (e.g., ICE or IStructE). Clear communicator able to act concisely and calm What We Offer Salary range of 60-85,000 Basic 10% Car Allowance Business related travel paid Accommodation Covered Competitive Pension & BONUS Opportunities for career development and RAPID progression.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a Design Manager to work on a Major Industrial Project. You will be managing the design development from concept through construction, ensuring buildability, cost efficiency, compliance, and integration with site operations. Responsibilities Lead the in-house design of: Piling systems (e.g., CFA, driven, rotary bored piles) Ground-bearing and suspended concrete slabs Associated substructures (pile caps, ground beams, rafts) Manage design programs to align with construction sequencing Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards (e.g. Eurocodes, British Standards) Co-ordinate between construction teams, temporary works & geo-technical Ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with methodology. Review and improve when you can. Is there a value engineering option ? Resolve technical queries (RFIs) during construction. Support in procurement & commercial inputs if called upon working in the SLT. Software Structural design software (e.g., Tekla Structural Designer, Robot, STAAD) AutoCAD / Revit (for coordination) Excel for design/calculations Reporting Line Head of Design & Project Director Interfaces with: Project Managers, Site Managers, Commercial Team, External Consultants Requirements Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering Chartered or working toward chartership (e.g., ICE or IStructE). Clear communicator able to act concisely and calm What We Offer Salary range of 60-85,000 Basic 10% Car Allowance Business related travel paid Accommodation Covered Competitive Pension & BONUS Opportunities for career development and RAPID progression.
Design Director Location: Bristol Salary: 70-80,000 I'm working with an award-winning national property business who is going through an exciting period of growth, to find a Design Director for their Bristol office. They have a strong reputation across England and Wales and a clear focus on investing in its people. Its planning and design consultancy is one of the leading practices in the UK, working with landowners, land promoters, housebuilders and private clients on complex and prestigious projects across the country. The Design team is a RIBA Chartered Practice with a creative, dynamic and collaborative culture. The Package Competitive base salary and benefits package. Proven opportunities for career growth and advancement. Market-leading training and ongoing professional development. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Salary sacrifice pension scheme. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance. Death in Service insurance. Cycle to work scheme. The Role The business is now looking to appoint an experienced Design Director to lead and grow its Design service across Wales and the West. This is a highly strategic position, offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the regional service whilst working closely with senior leadership across the wider business. Lead the continued growth and development of the Design service across Wales and the West. Drive business development, revenue generation and the development of new and existing client relationships. Take responsibility for recruitment, team growth and the ongoing mentoring and development of staff. Shape the creative direction and vision of projects, ensuring high-quality design solutions are delivered. Contribute to the delivery of significant projects, including strategic masterplanning, concept design, layouts, design documents and detailed planning applications. Work closely with the Head of Design, Head of Wales and West and other senior Directors to influence regional and national business growth and direction. Build on the existing client base and reputation across the region, identifying opportunities to strengthen the Design service and secure new work. Take responsibility for the commercial and financial performance of the Design service, ensuring continued growth and profitability. The Person A degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering. Current or previous experience at Associate Director or Director level within an established design practice or developer. Significant experience within the UK residential industry. A proven track record of consented and delivered residential-led projects across Wales and the West. An established client following and strong reputation across the region. Excellent knowledge of local authorities throughout Wales and the West. Significant experience leading teams and mentoring staff. Strong experience in financial and commercial management. A strong understanding of the residential development market and the ability to identify and secure new opportunities. The drive and ambition to shape the vision and continue growing a highly successful Design presence across Wales and the West. To apply for this role, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) . I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Design Director Location: Bristol Salary: 70-80,000 I'm working with an award-winning national property business who is going through an exciting period of growth, to find a Design Director for their Bristol office. They have a strong reputation across England and Wales and a clear focus on investing in its people. Its planning and design consultancy is one of the leading practices in the UK, working with landowners, land promoters, housebuilders and private clients on complex and prestigious projects across the country. The Design team is a RIBA Chartered Practice with a creative, dynamic and collaborative culture. The Package Competitive base salary and benefits package. Proven opportunities for career growth and advancement. Market-leading training and ongoing professional development. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Salary sacrifice pension scheme. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance. Death in Service insurance. Cycle to work scheme. The Role The business is now looking to appoint an experienced Design Director to lead and grow its Design service across Wales and the West. This is a highly strategic position, offering the opportunity to shape the future direction of the regional service whilst working closely with senior leadership across the wider business. Lead the continued growth and development of the Design service across Wales and the West. Drive business development, revenue generation and the development of new and existing client relationships. Take responsibility for recruitment, team growth and the ongoing mentoring and development of staff. Shape the creative direction and vision of projects, ensuring high-quality design solutions are delivered. Contribute to the delivery of significant projects, including strategic masterplanning, concept design, layouts, design documents and detailed planning applications. Work closely with the Head of Design, Head of Wales and West and other senior Directors to influence regional and national business growth and direction. Build on the existing client base and reputation across the region, identifying opportunities to strengthen the Design service and secure new work. Take responsibility for the commercial and financial performance of the Design service, ensuring continued growth and profitability. The Person A degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Architectural Technology or Civil Engineering. Current or previous experience at Associate Director or Director level within an established design practice or developer. Significant experience within the UK residential industry. A proven track record of consented and delivered residential-led projects across Wales and the West. An established client following and strong reputation across the region. Excellent knowledge of local authorities throughout Wales and the West. Significant experience leading teams and mentoring staff. Strong experience in financial and commercial management. A strong understanding of the residential development market and the ability to identify and secure new opportunities. The drive and ambition to shape the vision and continue growing a highly successful Design presence across Wales and the West. To apply for this role, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) . I look forward to hearing from you soon.
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Leicester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
Aug 02, 2026
Full time
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - WATER DESIGNLocation: Leicester / TamworthSalary: £70,000 - £85,000 A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Director - Water Design to take a strategic leadership role delivering water non-infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This Associate Director - Water Design position offers significant influence across technical delivery, team leadership and client engagement within a growing engineering consultancy. The business is seeking an Associate Director - Water Design to oversee the delivery of water non-infrastructure projects for a major UK water utility framework. In this role, you will provide senior technical oversight while supporting the growth and development of multidisciplinary engineering teams across civil, mechanical, electrical and process disciplines. The client's offices are based in Tamworth and require attendance one to two days per week. With this level of flexibility, candidates based across Leicester, the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire or London are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Provide senior leadership across water non-infrastructure design projects Oversee multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering civil, mechanical and electrical design solutions Act as a senior technical authority across project portfolios Maintain strong client relationships and represent the organisation at technical and programme reviews Support business development, proposals and framework delivery Guide and mentor senior engineers and design leads About You Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline Chartered Engineer with a recognised professional institution Significant experience within the UK water sector Proven leadership experience across multidisciplinary design teams Strong understanding of UK water industry standards and regulatory frameworks Excellent communication, leadership and commercial awareness Why Apply This Associate Director - Water Design role offers a salary of £70,000 - £85,000 and the opportunity to influence the delivery of major water sector programmes while shaping the growth of a consultancy business. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.
MK Search are partnered with a leading international main contractor who have secured the enabling works and early civil engineering package on a very notable data centre development in Hertfordshire. This is an opportunity to join the project from the very beginning, leading the mobilisation and delivery of the enabling works package before the site transitions into the main construction phase. Reporting to the CSA Regional Director, you will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the enabling works package, leading site teams, engineers and specialist subcontractors while working closely with the client and wider project team. Key responsibilities include: Leading the enabling works and early civils package from mobilisation through to completion. Managing programme, budget, quality and health & safety performance. Overseeing earthworks, drainage, roads, utilities and associated infrastructure works. Managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple workstreams across a live programme. Building strong relationships with the client, consultants and supply chain. Driving project performance and ensuring successful handover into the main construction phase. We're interested in speaking with experienced Senior Project Managers or Project Leads who have delivered complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects for leading contractors. Experience within sectors such as data centres, major infrastructure, energy, highways, rail, industrial or large-scale commercial developments would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? Join a landmark data centre development from day one. Lead one of the most critical phases of a major project. Long-term programme of works with excellent career progression. Excellent salary, benefits and genuine opportunities to progress within a growing international contractor. For a confidential discussion, please apply today or contact MK Search directly.
Aug 02, 2026
Full time
MK Search are partnered with a leading international main contractor who have secured the enabling works and early civil engineering package on a very notable data centre development in Hertfordshire. This is an opportunity to join the project from the very beginning, leading the mobilisation and delivery of the enabling works package before the site transitions into the main construction phase. Reporting to the CSA Regional Director, you will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of the enabling works package, leading site teams, engineers and specialist subcontractors while working closely with the client and wider project team. Key responsibilities include: Leading the enabling works and early civils package from mobilisation through to completion. Managing programme, budget, quality and health & safety performance. Overseeing earthworks, drainage, roads, utilities and associated infrastructure works. Managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple workstreams across a live programme. Building strong relationships with the client, consultants and supply chain. Driving project performance and ensuring successful handover into the main construction phase. We're interested in speaking with experienced Senior Project Managers or Project Leads who have delivered complex civil engineering or infrastructure projects for leading contractors. Experience within sectors such as data centres, major infrastructure, energy, highways, rail, industrial or large-scale commercial developments would be highly advantageous. Why Apply? Join a landmark data centre development from day one. Lead one of the most critical phases of a major project. Long-term programme of works with excellent career progression. Excellent salary, benefits and genuine opportunities to progress within a growing international contractor. For a confidential discussion, please apply today or contact MK Search directly.
PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEER HIGHWAYS DESIGN Cardiff or Bristol £60,000 £65,000 Negotiable + Excellent Benefits You will like Leading highways design projects and developing engineering talent for an established, independent multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with an excellent reputation and ambitious plans for continued growth. Operating across civil and structural engineering, project management and cost consultancy, this respected practice delivers interesting and varied projects across highways, infrastructure, development, active travel and the wider built environment. With an established Cardiff headquarters and growing Bristol presence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused consultancy where you can take technical ownership, influence projects, develop engineers and contribute to the future growth of the Civil Engineering team. You will be Joining as Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, based in either Cardiff or Bristol, and working closely with the Associate Director to lead the successful delivery of highways and civil infrastructure projects. You will combine technical highways design expertise with project leadership, client engagement and team development. You will remain actively involved in engineering while providing technical direction, mentoring engineers and technicians, and helping maintain consistently high standards across the team. Your responsibilities will include: Leading highways design projects from initial feasibility and concept through detailed design, approvals and delivery. Taking technical ownership of highways, infrastructure, development and Active Travel schemes. Managing and coordinating multidisciplinary project inputs to ensure successful delivery. Producing, reviewing and approving technical designs, engineering drawings, specifications, calculations and reports. Providing technical leadership, guidance and quality assurance across highways design projects. Managing project programmes, resources, budgets, risks and deliverables. Ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the required technical, commercial and quality standards. Applying relevant UK highways design guidance, legislation and industry standards. Supporting the preparation and delivery of highway infrastructure associated with development projects. Contributing to Section 38 and Section 278 highway adoption and improvement schemes. Liaising effectively with clients, developers, local authorities, statutory bodies, contractors and other project stakeholders. Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with new and existing clients. Managing, mentoring and supporting engineers and technicians at different stages of their careers. Reviewing the work of junior team members and supporting their technical and professional development. Working closely with the Associate Director to support team performance, resource planning and continued growth. Identifying opportunities to improve technical standards, project delivery and engineering processes. Supporting fee proposals, bids and business development activity where required. Representing the consultancy professionally at client meetings, design reviews and stakeholder discussions. You will have To be successful as Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, you will be an experienced highways design professional with strong technical capability and the confidence to lead projects, support colleagues and build effective client relationships. Plus you will have a healthy mix of the following: A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Significant highways design experience gained within an engineering consultancy environment. Strong experience delivering highways and civil infrastructure projects through multiple design stages. Proven experience leading projects and coordinating engineering design delivery. A sound working knowledge of UK highways design standards, guidance and approval processes. Experience producing and reviewing highways designs, drawings, specifications and technical reports. Knowledge of highway geometry, junction design, access infrastructure and associated civil engineering works. Experience of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements and local authority technical approvals. Experience working on development infrastructure, highways improvement or Active Travel projects. The ability to manage project programmes, budgets, resources and competing priorities. Experience providing technical guidance and mentoring engineers and technicians. Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skills. A confident, professional and collaborative client-facing approach. The commercial awareness required to deliver high-quality engineering solutions efficiently and profitably. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Chartered Engineer status with the ICE or an equivalent professional institution, or demonstrable progress towards Chartership, would be advantageous. Relevant highways design software capability would also be beneficial. You will get As Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, you will enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for professional development, technical influence and career progression. The package will include: £60,000 £65,000 salary, negotiable according to experience and qualifications. Excellent company benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working opportunities. Choice of Cardiff or Bristol office location. Interesting and varied highways, infrastructure, development and Active Travel projects. The opportunity to lead technically challenging projects from concept through to delivery. Genuine influence over engineering standards, project outcomes and team development. The opportunity to mentor and develop talented engineers and technicians. Support towards professional development and Chartership where applicable. Clear opportunities for continued career progression within a growing consultancy. A collaborative, supportive and people-focused working environment. The accessibility and influence available within an established independent consultancy. The opportunity to contribute directly to the continued growth of the Civil Engineering and Highways team. You can apply To Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence. UK-based highways design experience will be highly relevant, and applications are welcomed from experienced Principal Engineers, Senior Civil Engineers, Highways Design Engineers and Design Leads who are ready to take greater ownership of projects, people and technical delivery. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. UK_MS
Jul 15, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL CIVIL ENGINEER HIGHWAYS DESIGN Cardiff or Bristol £60,000 £65,000 Negotiable + Excellent Benefits You will like Leading highways design projects and developing engineering talent for an established, independent multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with an excellent reputation and ambitious plans for continued growth. Operating across civil and structural engineering, project management and cost consultancy, this respected practice delivers interesting and varied projects across highways, infrastructure, development, active travel and the wider built environment. With an established Cardiff headquarters and growing Bristol presence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused consultancy where you can take technical ownership, influence projects, develop engineers and contribute to the future growth of the Civil Engineering team. You will be Joining as Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, based in either Cardiff or Bristol, and working closely with the Associate Director to lead the successful delivery of highways and civil infrastructure projects. You will combine technical highways design expertise with project leadership, client engagement and team development. You will remain actively involved in engineering while providing technical direction, mentoring engineers and technicians, and helping maintain consistently high standards across the team. Your responsibilities will include: Leading highways design projects from initial feasibility and concept through detailed design, approvals and delivery. Taking technical ownership of highways, infrastructure, development and Active Travel schemes. Managing and coordinating multidisciplinary project inputs to ensure successful delivery. Producing, reviewing and approving technical designs, engineering drawings, specifications, calculations and reports. Providing technical leadership, guidance and quality assurance across highways design projects. Managing project programmes, resources, budgets, risks and deliverables. Ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the required technical, commercial and quality standards. Applying relevant UK highways design guidance, legislation and industry standards. Supporting the preparation and delivery of highway infrastructure associated with development projects. Contributing to Section 38 and Section 278 highway adoption and improvement schemes. Liaising effectively with clients, developers, local authorities, statutory bodies, contractors and other project stakeholders. Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with new and existing clients. Managing, mentoring and supporting engineers and technicians at different stages of their careers. Reviewing the work of junior team members and supporting their technical and professional development. Working closely with the Associate Director to support team performance, resource planning and continued growth. Identifying opportunities to improve technical standards, project delivery and engineering processes. Supporting fee proposals, bids and business development activity where required. Representing the consultancy professionally at client meetings, design reviews and stakeholder discussions. You will have To be successful as Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, you will be an experienced highways design professional with strong technical capability and the confidence to lead projects, support colleagues and build effective client relationships. Plus you will have a healthy mix of the following: A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Significant highways design experience gained within an engineering consultancy environment. Strong experience delivering highways and civil infrastructure projects through multiple design stages. Proven experience leading projects and coordinating engineering design delivery. A sound working knowledge of UK highways design standards, guidance and approval processes. Experience producing and reviewing highways designs, drawings, specifications and technical reports. Knowledge of highway geometry, junction design, access infrastructure and associated civil engineering works. Experience of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements and local authority technical approvals. Experience working on development infrastructure, highways improvement or Active Travel projects. The ability to manage project programmes, budgets, resources and competing priorities. Experience providing technical guidance and mentoring engineers and technicians. Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder-management skills. A confident, professional and collaborative client-facing approach. The commercial awareness required to deliver high-quality engineering solutions efficiently and profitably. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Chartered Engineer status with the ICE or an equivalent professional institution, or demonstrable progress towards Chartership, would be advantageous. Relevant highways design software capability would also be beneficial. You will get As Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design, you will enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for professional development, technical influence and career progression. The package will include: £60,000 £65,000 salary, negotiable according to experience and qualifications. Excellent company benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working opportunities. Choice of Cardiff or Bristol office location. Interesting and varied highways, infrastructure, development and Active Travel projects. The opportunity to lead technically challenging projects from concept through to delivery. Genuine influence over engineering standards, project outcomes and team development. The opportunity to mentor and develop talented engineers and technicians. Support towards professional development and Chartership where applicable. Clear opportunities for continued career progression within a growing consultancy. A collaborative, supportive and people-focused working environment. The accessibility and influence available within an established independent consultancy. The opportunity to contribute directly to the continued growth of the Civil Engineering and Highways team. You can apply To Principal Civil Engineer Highways Design by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence. UK-based highways design experience will be highly relevant, and applications are welcomed from experienced Principal Engineers, Senior Civil Engineers, Highways Design Engineers and Design Leads who are ready to take greater ownership of projects, people and technical delivery. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. UK_MS
Our client, a dynamic and fast-growing consultancy, is currently seeking a Commercial Manager/Associate Director to join their team. Specialising in the highways, rail, industrial and power sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to lead major infrastructure projects and drive commercial excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial delivery on complex infrastructure projects within there niche specialism. Provide strategic commercial advice to clients, ensuring best practice in cost, contract, and risk management. Identify and pursue new business opportunities through your existing client network. Lead or support the preparation of bids, proposals, and fee submissions. Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor. Support the growth and mentoring of junior staff and help build a high-performing commercial team. Contribute to business development strategy and operational improvements across the consultancy. Champion the use of NEC, JCT, ICE, IChemE, and other relevant contract forms. Job Requirements: Strong background as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy or contractor environment. Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects in highways, power, rail, or civils. A strong personal network and the ability to win work through relationships, reputation, and credibility. Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive and self-motivated mindset. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is desirable but not essential. Benefits: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. Fast-track path to senior leadership, including potential equity or profit-share options. The opportunity to build and lead your own team. Flexible working arrangements (remote/hybrid). Collaborative, low-ego environment with experienced professionals. Real autonomy to shape your role and make a difference. If you are a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's prestigious consultancy and make a tangible impact in there sector.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Our client, a dynamic and fast-growing consultancy, is currently seeking a Commercial Manager/Associate Director to join their team. Specialising in the highways, rail, industrial and power sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to lead major infrastructure projects and drive commercial excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead commercial delivery on complex infrastructure projects within there niche specialism. Provide strategic commercial advice to clients, ensuring best practice in cost, contract, and risk management. Identify and pursue new business opportunities through your existing client network. Lead or support the preparation of bids, proposals, and fee submissions. Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor. Support the growth and mentoring of junior staff and help build a high-performing commercial team. Contribute to business development strategy and operational improvements across the consultancy. Champion the use of NEC, JCT, ICE, IChemE, and other relevant contract forms. Job Requirements: Strong background as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy or contractor environment. Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects in highways, power, rail, or civils. A strong personal network and the ability to win work through relationships, reputation, and credibility. Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive and self-motivated mindset. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is desirable but not essential. Benefits: Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. Fast-track path to senior leadership, including potential equity or profit-share options. The opportunity to build and lead your own team. Flexible working arrangements (remote/hybrid). Collaborative, low-ego environment with experienced professionals. Real autonomy to shape your role and make a difference. If you are a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's prestigious consultancy and make a tangible impact in there sector.
They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working. 'We're particularly keen to get across to prospective candidates that this role they really are able to make their own, and that the opportunity is there for the right person to be able to ultimately play a leading role in the company.' Ideally a minimum 5 years' experience is required for this role with the successful candidate being able to bring the following to the role: Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects, including preparation of complex Transport Assessments and input into Environmental Statements; Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion; Preparation of evidence to input to Planning Appeals, including acting as Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries; An understanding of highway design standards and guidance, as well as transport related planning guidance; Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals; Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.); Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events; Project management of post-planning projects such as S38 & S278 works (engineering design experience is not essential); All applicants should ideally have a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning and a high standard of writing skills. Remuneration & Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates, including but not limited to: 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period); Pension contributions; Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home; Paid annual professional membership/subscription. If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working. 'We're particularly keen to get across to prospective candidates that this role they really are able to make their own, and that the opportunity is there for the right person to be able to ultimately play a leading role in the company.' Ideally a minimum 5 years' experience is required for this role with the successful candidate being able to bring the following to the role: Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects, including preparation of complex Transport Assessments and input into Environmental Statements; Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion; Preparation of evidence to input to Planning Appeals, including acting as Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries; An understanding of highway design standards and guidance, as well as transport related planning guidance; Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals; Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.); Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events; Project management of post-planning projects such as S38 & S278 works (engineering design experience is not essential); All applicants should ideally have a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning and a high standard of writing skills. Remuneration & Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates, including but not limited to: 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period); Pension contributions; Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home; Paid annual professional membership/subscription. If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester.
Technical Sales & Business Development Manager This challenging and exciting opportunity, based from home, requires an individual with a technical background and proven experience in taking the lead to develop and ultimately secure opportunities from the construction, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors. This Technical Sales and Business Development Manager role is to cover the London and Southeast region. Due to a dedication to continued profitable, ambitious and long-term growth, our client now seeks to appoint a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager for their London and South East business operation, with the focus upon developing, maintaining and managing clients. The role will provide support to the Sales Director and will lead the management and development of new and existing clients. This will be successfully achieved through effective engagement and servicing of associated stakeholders, and a focus upon maintaining net margins, whilst liaising closely with the senior management team in providing regular business reporting in regard to sales and business development matters. The Role You will be responsible for the ongoing development and continued success with both existing and new clients, whilst helping to develop and secure new project opportunities You will possess demonstrable achievement within any area of the aforementioned sectors You will have the ability to nurture profitable relationships with a wide cross section of clients, whilst also providing appropriate technical advice and guidance if required You will manage your own workload and develop and nurture clients effectively Provide regular progress reporting to the management in regard to potential opportunities You should be outgoing with excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills, and have the ability to form long term mutually beneficial and harmonious relationships with clients and customers of all levels The Person You will offer an advanced level of technical sales expertise and client support experience gained from working within any area of the above-mentioned sectors, or variations thereof You will have demonstrable and advanced technical client development and management experience in a similar role within the aforementioned areas You will hold a full UK driving licence and be proficient in Microsoft Office packages You will be qualified to a minimum level of an HNC in any related discipline Our Client Our client is one of the UK s leading specialist contractors, renowned for providing technically advanced and cost-effective solutions across the structural support, ground stabilisation, land remediation, foundations, underpinning, ground improvement, stabilisation, geotechnical engineering and subsidence repair sectors. Their offering includes design, build, installation and non-disruptive services provided to all areas of the residential, social housing, local authorities, housing associations and public sectors. Their reputation is built on engineering excellence and a commitment to continual innovation, backed by a central technical design and engineering resource, ensuring they deliver a full range of techniques bespoke to any requirement and specification. A very attractive basic salary, plus a highly lucrative bonus scheme, and an extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity of career given the dedicated and ambitious growth plans and forward order workload for the UK.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Technical Sales & Business Development Manager This challenging and exciting opportunity, based from home, requires an individual with a technical background and proven experience in taking the lead to develop and ultimately secure opportunities from the construction, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors. This Technical Sales and Business Development Manager role is to cover the London and Southeast region. Due to a dedication to continued profitable, ambitious and long-term growth, our client now seeks to appoint a Technical Sales & Business Development Manager for their London and South East business operation, with the focus upon developing, maintaining and managing clients. The role will provide support to the Sales Director and will lead the management and development of new and existing clients. This will be successfully achieved through effective engagement and servicing of associated stakeholders, and a focus upon maintaining net margins, whilst liaising closely with the senior management team in providing regular business reporting in regard to sales and business development matters. The Role You will be responsible for the ongoing development and continued success with both existing and new clients, whilst helping to develop and secure new project opportunities You will possess demonstrable achievement within any area of the aforementioned sectors You will have the ability to nurture profitable relationships with a wide cross section of clients, whilst also providing appropriate technical advice and guidance if required You will manage your own workload and develop and nurture clients effectively Provide regular progress reporting to the management in regard to potential opportunities You should be outgoing with excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills, and have the ability to form long term mutually beneficial and harmonious relationships with clients and customers of all levels The Person You will offer an advanced level of technical sales expertise and client support experience gained from working within any area of the above-mentioned sectors, or variations thereof You will have demonstrable and advanced technical client development and management experience in a similar role within the aforementioned areas You will hold a full UK driving licence and be proficient in Microsoft Office packages You will be qualified to a minimum level of an HNC in any related discipline Our Client Our client is one of the UK s leading specialist contractors, renowned for providing technically advanced and cost-effective solutions across the structural support, ground stabilisation, land remediation, foundations, underpinning, ground improvement, stabilisation, geotechnical engineering and subsidence repair sectors. Their offering includes design, build, installation and non-disruptive services provided to all areas of the residential, social housing, local authorities, housing associations and public sectors. Their reputation is built on engineering excellence and a commitment to continual innovation, backed by a central technical design and engineering resource, ensuring they deliver a full range of techniques bespoke to any requirement and specification. A very attractive basic salary, plus a highly lucrative bonus scheme, and an extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity of career given the dedicated and ambitious growth plans and forward order workload for the UK.
They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working. 'We're particularly keen to get across to prospective candidates that this role they really are able to make their own, and that the opportunity is there for the right person to be able to ultimately play a leading role in the company.' Ideally a minimum 5 years' experience is required for this role with the successful candidate being able to bring the following to the role: Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects, including preparation of complex Transport Assessments and input into Environmental Statements; Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion; Preparation of evidence to input to Planning Appeals, including acting as Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries; An understanding of highway design standards and guidance, as well as transport related planning guidance; Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals; Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.); Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events; Project management of post-planning projects such as S38 & S278 works (engineering design experience is not essential); All applicants should ideally have a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning and a high standard of writing skills. Remuneration & Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates, including but not limited to: 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period); Pension contributions; Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home; Paid annual professional membership/subscription. If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester.
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working. 'We're particularly keen to get across to prospective candidates that this role they really are able to make their own, and that the opportunity is there for the right person to be able to ultimately play a leading role in the company.' Ideally a minimum 5 years' experience is required for this role with the successful candidate being able to bring the following to the role: Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects, including preparation of complex Transport Assessments and input into Environmental Statements; Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion; Preparation of evidence to input to Planning Appeals, including acting as Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries; An understanding of highway design standards and guidance, as well as transport related planning guidance; Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals; Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.); Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events; Project management of post-planning projects such as S38 & S278 works (engineering design experience is not essential); All applicants should ideally have a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning and a high standard of writing skills. Remuneration & Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates, including but not limited to: 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period); Pension contributions; Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home; Paid annual professional membership/subscription. If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester.
Hughes and Associates Property Services Ltd
Norwich, Norfolk
Position: Estimator/Senior Estimator Location: Norwich Reports to: Commercial Director Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + benefits £45,000 - £65,000 About Hughes & Associates Hughes & Associates is a unique hybrid commercial chartered surveying practice delivering end-to-end consultancy and contract solutions across the UK. With extensive experience across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, leisure, and social housing, we deliver tailored, client-first strategies from our headquarters in Norwich and regional offices across the Midlands and South East. As a RICS-regulated firm, we operate to the highest industry standards, combining expert consultancy with hands-on contract services. Our approach simplifies the project process, eliminates inefficiencies, and ensures client outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-driven and commercially focused Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support our consultancy and contracting services. Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors, the Estimator will contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for our clients. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing documents across a wide range of projects. Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to determine scope and requirements. Source and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring best value is achieved. Develop bills of quantities, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules. Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, and senior leadership to ensure estimates align with project and client needs. Support the preparation and submission of tenders, including clarifications and value engineering proposals. Maintain and develop cost databases, benchmarking information, and supplier frameworks. Attend site visits, client briefings, and pre/post-tender meetings when required. Monitor market trends and cost fluctuations to maintain competitiveness. Ensure compliance with Hughes & Associates' standards, procedures, and RICS regulations. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector. Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and client value. Ability to interpret technical documents, specifications, and drawings. Qualifications HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred but not essential). Professional memberships (RICS, CIOB, CICES) desirable but not required. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward-thinking consultancy. A collaborative, client-focused environment where innovation and efficiency are at the core of delivery. Holiday package /closed on set days over the Christmas period A dynamic, supportive work environment with a national reach Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: Norwich NR1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: Estimating: 4 years (required) Willingness to travel: 25% (required) Work Location: In person
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Position: Estimator/Senior Estimator Location: Norwich Reports to: Commercial Director Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + benefits £45,000 - £65,000 About Hughes & Associates Hughes & Associates is a unique hybrid commercial chartered surveying practice delivering end-to-end consultancy and contract solutions across the UK. With extensive experience across sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, leisure, and social housing, we deliver tailored, client-first strategies from our headquarters in Norwich and regional offices across the Midlands and South East. As a RICS-regulated firm, we operate to the highest industry standards, combining expert consultancy with hands-on contract services. Our approach simplifies the project process, eliminates inefficiencies, and ensures client outcomes are delivered on time and within budget. Role Overview We are seeking a detail-driven and commercially focused Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in preparing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates to support our consultancy and contracting services. Working across a diverse portfolio of sectors, the Estimator will contribute to winning work, maintaining profitability, and delivering value for our clients. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing documents across a wide range of projects. Analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to determine scope and requirements. Source and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations, ensuring best value is achieved. Develop bills of quantities, cost breakdowns, and pricing schedules. Collaborate with project managers, commercial teams, and senior leadership to ensure estimates align with project and client needs. Support the preparation and submission of tenders, including clarifications and value engineering proposals. Maintain and develop cost databases, benchmarking information, and supplier frameworks. Attend site visits, client briefings, and pre/post-tender meetings when required. Monitor market trends and cost fluctuations to maintain competitiveness. Ensure compliance with Hughes & Associates' standards, procedures, and RICS regulations. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience as an Estimator within construction or a related sector. Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and contract forms. Excellent numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently Strong communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and client value. Ability to interpret technical documents, specifications, and drawings. Qualifications HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred but not essential). Professional memberships (RICS, CIOB, CICES) desirable but not required. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward-thinking consultancy. A collaborative, client-focused environment where innovation and efficiency are at the core of delivery. Holiday package /closed on set days over the Christmas period A dynamic, supportive work environment with a national reach Job Type: Full-time Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: Norwich NR1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Education: Bachelor's (preferred) Experience: Estimating: 4 years (required) Willingness to travel: 25% (required) Work Location: In person
