About Us Harris Garrard Academy is a school that disrupts the status quo in order to drive social mobility for our young people. Our academic results have placed us in the top 10% nationally for secondary and 5% for our primary phase; transforming students' lives forever. We are located in the wider South Thamesmead area and are accessible by fantastic rail and bus transport links (we are on the Elizabeth Line, Bus Superloop bus route). The academy's stunning working environment is within a purpose built school designed by Norman Foster and nominated for the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2004. Our vision is clear: nothing is impossible and everything is possible, irrespective of personal characteristics or background. Every problem has a solution. We believe we are more robust, resilient and determined as a team than as a group of individuals. We support, challenge and hold each other to account at all levels within the academy to ensure that our students achieve their potential, are motivated, engaged and fully prepared for life beyond our academy. As one of Harris's successful all through academies, staff at all levels belong to a strong, cohesive team working with Executive Principal Wayne Barnett and Head of Academy Kristen Gringeri and the wider SLT team. Staff can expect to grow with us as we continue to innovate and evolve as an academy. With ample opportunity to build on CPD, your potential is limitless with us. Summary Are you looking to support your local academy? We are looking for a Premises Manager to manage the Premises Team responsible for the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety of the academy, with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager and Head of Academy. This role will cover both our primary and secondary sites. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: All people management aspects of the premises team, including recruitment, performance management and training, and scheduling, prioritising and supervising their work Supervising all work completed by outside agencies on the premises and grounds Building and refurbishing areas of the academy as required, and maintaining, decorating and repairing the premises within the team's capabilities, including contributing personally to these activities Ensuring academy vehicles are maintained, serviced and cleaned Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of the team Inspecting internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs Liaising with relevant staff on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours Overseeing deliveries to the site as appropriate Overseeing the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of buildings Ensuring that all facilities for teaching and learning are as high quality as possible Managing community use and bookings of the premises, ensuring that a caretaking and facilities management service is provided to customers Ensuring that sites and building comply with highest levels of security with regard to safeguarding at all times Ensuring site and buildings related health and safety systems and processes are of high quality and reporting on these to relevant staff Inspecting the condition and quality of premises, taking action to address any issues Managing the security and opening/closing of the building, including security systems Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements Sound training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same) Knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions. Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures Knowledge of procurement procedures for service level agreements Knowledge of supervisory skills Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards Demonstrable experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people Considerable general maintenance experience Considerable experience in dealing with external contractors Successful experience of managing a team of premises staff Experience in obtaining best value for money when managing budgets Experience in managing premises budgets Experience of managing large building projects Experience of successfully managing a variety of events Experience in managing service level agreements ensuring good value for money The ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required The ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Aug 12, 2026
Full time
About Us Harris Garrard Academy is a school that disrupts the status quo in order to drive social mobility for our young people. Our academic results have placed us in the top 10% nationally for secondary and 5% for our primary phase; transforming students' lives forever. We are located in the wider South Thamesmead area and are accessible by fantastic rail and bus transport links (we are on the Elizabeth Line, Bus Superloop bus route). The academy's stunning working environment is within a purpose built school designed by Norman Foster and nominated for the Stirling Prize for architecture in 2004. Our vision is clear: nothing is impossible and everything is possible, irrespective of personal characteristics or background. Every problem has a solution. We believe we are more robust, resilient and determined as a team than as a group of individuals. We support, challenge and hold each other to account at all levels within the academy to ensure that our students achieve their potential, are motivated, engaged and fully prepared for life beyond our academy. As one of Harris's successful all through academies, staff at all levels belong to a strong, cohesive team working with Executive Principal Wayne Barnett and Head of Academy Kristen Gringeri and the wider SLT team. Staff can expect to grow with us as we continue to innovate and evolve as an academy. With ample opportunity to build on CPD, your potential is limitless with us. Summary Are you looking to support your local academy? We are looking for a Premises Manager to manage the Premises Team responsible for the upkeep, care, maintenance, health and safety of the academy, with the direction and leadership of the Estates Manager and Head of Academy. This role will cover both our primary and secondary sites. Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: All people management aspects of the premises team, including recruitment, performance management and training, and scheduling, prioritising and supervising their work Supervising all work completed by outside agencies on the premises and grounds Building and refurbishing areas of the academy as required, and maintaining, decorating and repairing the premises within the team's capabilities, including contributing personally to these activities Ensuring academy vehicles are maintained, serviced and cleaned Providing technical and craft support to teaching staff within the capability of the team Inspecting internal and external fabric of the buildings, initiating reparation of defects and prioritising necessary repairs Liaising with relevant staff on all matters of security during the academy day and out of hours Overseeing deliveries to the site as appropriate Overseeing the production and delivery of a planned programme of maintenance and repair of buildings Ensuring that all facilities for teaching and learning are as high quality as possible Managing community use and bookings of the premises, ensuring that a caretaking and facilities management service is provided to customers Ensuring that sites and building comply with highest levels of security with regard to safeguarding at all times Ensuring site and buildings related health and safety systems and processes are of high quality and reporting on these to relevant staff Inspecting the condition and quality of premises, taking action to address any issues Managing the security and opening/closing of the building, including security systems Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Relevant degree or equivalent qualifications/experience Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and requirements Training in relevant Health and Safety requirements Sound training in one or more of plumbing, general and ground maintenance, electrical/building maintenance, heating systems (or sound experience of same) Knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilating systems and common causes of malfunctions. Knowledge of maintenance and security systems and procedures Knowledge of procurement procedures for service level agreements Knowledge of supervisory skills Understanding of appropriate cleaning methods and standards Demonstrable experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment with children and young people Considerable general maintenance experience Considerable experience in dealing with external contractors Successful experience of managing a team of premises staff Experience in obtaining best value for money when managing budgets Experience in managing premises budgets Experience of managing large building projects Experience of successfully managing a variety of events Experience in managing service level agreements ensuring good value for money The ability for some heavy lifting, with physical fitness appropriate to tasks required The ability to deal with emergencies occurring outside normal working hours Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Hays Construction and Property
Retford, Nottinghamshire
Your new company We are supporting a confidential client delivering one of the UK's most significant long-term infrastructure and energy programmes.This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a highly complex engineering environment, providing commercial leadership across major construction, infrastructure and engineering contracts throughout the project life cycle.The role will be instrumental in supporting the successful delivery of a nationally important programme with substantial long-term investment and development. Your new role Lead commercial and procurement activities across major contracts. Support contract drafting, negotiation and administration. Provide advice on contract strategy, risk allocation and commercial models. Manage cost forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting. Oversee change control, valuations and final accounts. Ensure contractual compliance and effective commercial governance. Identify and mitigate commercial risks. Lead commercial negotiations and dispute avoidance activities. Build strong relationships with project teams, contractors and stakeholders. Provide leadership and mentoring to junior commercial professionals. What you'll need to succeed Significant commercial, quantity surveying or procurement experience. Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, energy, utilities, rail, defence or major capital projects. Strong NEC contract knowledge. Experience managing high-value and complex contracts. Expertise in cost control, forecasting, change management and commercial reporting. Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Desirable: Public sector or regulated environment experience. Team leadership or mentoring experience. Understanding of governance and assurance processes. Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIPS or equivalent. What you'll get in return Excellent Defined Benefit Pension Scheme - 22% Annual bonus of up to 7% Relocation package (where applicable) Flexible and hybrid working arrangements 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays Christmas closure Privilege days Employee Assistance Programme Career development opportunities Inclusive and collaborative culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Your new company We are supporting a confidential client delivering one of the UK's most significant long-term infrastructure and energy programmes.This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a highly complex engineering environment, providing commercial leadership across major construction, infrastructure and engineering contracts throughout the project life cycle.The role will be instrumental in supporting the successful delivery of a nationally important programme with substantial long-term investment and development. Your new role Lead commercial and procurement activities across major contracts. Support contract drafting, negotiation and administration. Provide advice on contract strategy, risk allocation and commercial models. Manage cost forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting. Oversee change control, valuations and final accounts. Ensure contractual compliance and effective commercial governance. Identify and mitigate commercial risks. Lead commercial negotiations and dispute avoidance activities. Build strong relationships with project teams, contractors and stakeholders. Provide leadership and mentoring to junior commercial professionals. What you'll need to succeed Significant commercial, quantity surveying or procurement experience. Experience within construction, infrastructure, engineering, energy, utilities, rail, defence or major capital projects. Strong NEC contract knowledge. Experience managing high-value and complex contracts. Expertise in cost control, forecasting, change management and commercial reporting. Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Desirable: Public sector or regulated environment experience. Team leadership or mentoring experience. Understanding of governance and assurance processes. Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MCIPS or equivalent. What you'll get in return Excellent Defined Benefit Pension Scheme - 22% Annual bonus of up to 7% Relocation package (where applicable) Flexible and hybrid working arrangements 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays Christmas closure Privilege days Employee Assistance Programme Career development opportunities Inclusive and collaborative culture What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
The Cost Manager's Role The successful Cost Manager will join a leading, international construction consultancy based in Central London, working within a specialist infrastructure cost management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Cost Manager who wants exposure to major, high-value infrastructure programmes, prestigious clients, and a strong long-term career path within one of London's most respected consultancy environments. The Cost Manager will work across a broad range of infrastructure projects, including transport, rail, utilities, highways, aviation, energy, and major public sector frameworks across London and the wider UK. Day to day, the Cost Manager will support and manage projects from early feasibility through to completion, delivering cost plans, procurement advice, tender documentation, valuations, cost reports, change control, and final accounts. The Cost Manager will also work closely with senior stakeholders, attend client meetings, support junior Cost Managers, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex, high-profile infrastructure instructions. The role would suit an ambitious Cost Manager looking for greater infrastructure exposure, structured progression, and the chance to work with market-leading clients. The Cost Manager - Requirements A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a RICS-accredited equivalent MRICS, or currently working towards chartership Cost consultancy / infrastructure cost management experience Strong pre and post contract knowledge Experience delivering infrastructure or major programme work Confident with NEC contracts Professional, commercially aware, and client-facing Able to commute to Central London In Return? 50,000 - 75,000 Discretionary bonus Hybrid/flexible working 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance Professional fees paid Structured APC support Ongoing CPD and training Clear progression route Major UK infrastructure projects Excellent senior mentorship If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MICOB / MAPM / FRICS / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
The Cost Manager's Role The successful Cost Manager will join a leading, international construction consultancy based in Central London, working within a specialist infrastructure cost management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Cost Manager who wants exposure to major, high-value infrastructure programmes, prestigious clients, and a strong long-term career path within one of London's most respected consultancy environments. The Cost Manager will work across a broad range of infrastructure projects, including transport, rail, utilities, highways, aviation, energy, and major public sector frameworks across London and the wider UK. Day to day, the Cost Manager will support and manage projects from early feasibility through to completion, delivering cost plans, procurement advice, tender documentation, valuations, cost reports, change control, and final accounts. The Cost Manager will also work closely with senior stakeholders, attend client meetings, support junior Cost Managers, and contribute to the successful delivery of complex, high-profile infrastructure instructions. The role would suit an ambitious Cost Manager looking for greater infrastructure exposure, structured progression, and the chance to work with market-leading clients. The Cost Manager - Requirements A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a RICS-accredited equivalent MRICS, or currently working towards chartership Cost consultancy / infrastructure cost management experience Strong pre and post contract knowledge Experience delivering infrastructure or major programme work Confident with NEC contracts Professional, commercially aware, and client-facing Able to commute to Central London In Return? 50,000 - 75,000 Discretionary bonus Hybrid/flexible working 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Pension scheme Private healthcare Life assurance Professional fees paid Structured APC support Ongoing CPD and training Clear progression route Major UK infrastructure projects Excellent senior mentorship If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MICOB / MAPM / FRICS / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy
Business Development / Account Manager (Project Management & Consultancy) Location: London or commutable distance (with travel to other offices/client sites) Salary: 40,000 to 70,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Up to 16,000 performance-related bonus Benefits: 5,500 car allowance or company car The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen with a rapidly growing, leading international infrastructure and environmental consultancy. We are seeking a dynamic Sales / Account Manager to join our Energy, Transport & Infrastructure group. In this role, you will focus on expanding our Project Management & Consultancy (PM&C) service lines. You will drive business growth across critical sectors, including National Grid, Energy Distributors, Network Rail, National Highways, Public Sector bodies, and Tier 1 Contractors. Key Responsibilities Market Analysis & Account Planning Develop and execute strategic key account plans for prospective and existing clients. Create a market coverage plan to maximize visibility at major industry events. Promote company leaders and technical experts as industry thought leaders. Relationship & Pipeline Management Drive proactive new business lead generation through strategic networking, cold calling, and prospecting. Conduct high-impact, face-to-face meetings with senior stakeholders to pitch capabilities and build deep commercial rapport. Utilize your industry network to uncover fresh leads and project opportunities. Foster relationships with potential delivery partners and procurement teams. Gather early market intelligence to shape bid strategies before RFPs drop. Secure company placement on approved supplier/bid lists for strategic accounts. Maintain robust CRM data, visit reports, and monthly sales pipeline documentation. Bids, Proposals & Strategy Close high-value sales orders and secure firm client commitments. Formulate winning strategies for complex project opportunities. Collaborate with the bid team to write high-impact, persuasive proposals. Lead specific bidding processes whenever required. Align closely with operations to match capability with client demands. What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria Experience: Extensive proven track record of success in sales, tendering environments, and new business lead generation. Deal Closing: Proven ability to run face-to-face meetings, negotiate complex terms, and successfully close business deals. Sector Background: Strong professional background within the construction or consultancy sectors. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Energy, Transport, or Infrastructure supply chain. Skills: Strong business development, commercial negotiation, and contract management skills. Communication: Exceptional presentation and rapport-building capabilities with senior stakeholders. Independence: A proactive, self-motivated worker who thrives on own initiative. Tools: Fully proficient in a digital environment (MS Office, Teams, CRM platforms). 52049KMA INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 11, 2026
Full time
Business Development / Account Manager (Project Management & Consultancy) Location: London or commutable distance (with travel to other offices/client sites) Salary: 40,000 to 70,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Up to 16,000 performance-related bonus Benefits: 5,500 car allowance or company car The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen with a rapidly growing, leading international infrastructure and environmental consultancy. We are seeking a dynamic Sales / Account Manager to join our Energy, Transport & Infrastructure group. In this role, you will focus on expanding our Project Management & Consultancy (PM&C) service lines. You will drive business growth across critical sectors, including National Grid, Energy Distributors, Network Rail, National Highways, Public Sector bodies, and Tier 1 Contractors. Key Responsibilities Market Analysis & Account Planning Develop and execute strategic key account plans for prospective and existing clients. Create a market coverage plan to maximize visibility at major industry events. Promote company leaders and technical experts as industry thought leaders. Relationship & Pipeline Management Drive proactive new business lead generation through strategic networking, cold calling, and prospecting. Conduct high-impact, face-to-face meetings with senior stakeholders to pitch capabilities and build deep commercial rapport. Utilize your industry network to uncover fresh leads and project opportunities. Foster relationships with potential delivery partners and procurement teams. Gather early market intelligence to shape bid strategies before RFPs drop. Secure company placement on approved supplier/bid lists for strategic accounts. Maintain robust CRM data, visit reports, and monthly sales pipeline documentation. Bids, Proposals & Strategy Close high-value sales orders and secure firm client commitments. Formulate winning strategies for complex project opportunities. Collaborate with the bid team to write high-impact, persuasive proposals. Lead specific bidding processes whenever required. Align closely with operations to match capability with client demands. What We Are Looking For Essential Criteria Experience: Extensive proven track record of success in sales, tendering environments, and new business lead generation. Deal Closing: Proven ability to run face-to-face meetings, negotiate complex terms, and successfully close business deals. Sector Background: Strong professional background within the construction or consultancy sectors. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Energy, Transport, or Infrastructure supply chain. Skills: Strong business development, commercial negotiation, and contract management skills. Communication: Exceptional presentation and rapport-building capabilities with senior stakeholders. Independence: A proactive, self-motivated worker who thrives on own initiative. Tools: Fully proficient in a digital environment (MS Office, Teams, CRM platforms). 52049KMA INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern Rail team at London or Bedford. 37.5 hrs per week, hybrid working with an expectation to be on site/office 3 days a week. In this role, you will join our expanding Commercial team, supporting a growing portfolio of projects and frameworks across London and the South. The role offers the chance to work from multiple locations across London and Bedford, collaborating with a diverse range of internal teams, clients and stakeholders to deliver high-profile infrastructure and transportation projects. This is a unique opportunity to join our business as we continue to grow. You will play a key role in shaping commercial outcomes across several exciting opportunities, contributing to strategic decision-making, contract management, commercial governance and business growth initiatives. This is an excellent time to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team with significant opportunities for professional development and career progression. What You'll Do: Cost Planning (Cost/Value Reporting) Subcontract/Design Management Change Control and Maintenance of Key Trackers Drafting EWNs, Change/Compensation Events Commercial Administrative Process' Subcontractor Procurement Process Overall reporting control for rail systems delivery Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero! Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Principal Commercial Manager. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeship and professional membership, tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Strong commercial management experience, ideally gained within the infrastructure, rail, transport or construction sectors. Experience working with NEC forms of contract (including NEC3 and NEC4) would be highly advantageous. Sound understanding of contract administration, change management, risk management, and commercial reporting. Previous experience working for, or with, Transport for London (TfL) is desirable and would provide valuable insight into client expectations, governance requirements and delivery environments. Experience supporting major public sector clients and complex multi-disciplinary projects will be particularly well suited to the role. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Sabi Suleman our recruiter for this role, at (url removed).
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Commercial Manager to join our dynamic Eastern and Southern Rail team at London or Bedford. 37.5 hrs per week, hybrid working with an expectation to be on site/office 3 days a week. In this role, you will join our expanding Commercial team, supporting a growing portfolio of projects and frameworks across London and the South. The role offers the chance to work from multiple locations across London and Bedford, collaborating with a diverse range of internal teams, clients and stakeholders to deliver high-profile infrastructure and transportation projects. This is a unique opportunity to join our business as we continue to grow. You will play a key role in shaping commercial outcomes across several exciting opportunities, contributing to strategic decision-making, contract management, commercial governance and business growth initiatives. This is an excellent time to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team with significant opportunities for professional development and career progression. What You'll Do: Cost Planning (Cost/Value Reporting) Subcontract/Design Management Change Control and Maintenance of Key Trackers Drafting EWNs, Change/Compensation Events Commercial Administrative Process' Subcontractor Procurement Process Overall reporting control for rail systems delivery Why Join Us? At Amey, we don't just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here's what you can expect when you join our team: Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions. Company Car: Select from an electric company vehicle or receive a generous car allowance, supporting our ambitious journey to carbon net zero! Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Principal Commercial Manager. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded apprenticeship and professional membership, tailored to your growth. Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, and Multicultural Leadership programs. Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind. Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge. Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships. Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects. What You'll Bring: Strong commercial management experience, ideally gained within the infrastructure, rail, transport or construction sectors. Experience working with NEC forms of contract (including NEC3 and NEC4) would be highly advantageous. Sound understanding of contract administration, change management, risk management, and commercial reporting. Previous experience working for, or with, Transport for London (TfL) is desirable and would provide valuable insight into client expectations, governance requirements and delivery environments. Experience supporting major public sector clients and complex multi-disciplinary projects will be particularly well suited to the role. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change. Application Guidance At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine. As a Disability Confident leader, we're proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don't hesitate to reach out to Sabi Suleman our recruiter for this role, at (url removed).
Join a Team Delivering Critical Rail Infrastructure Are you an experienced Fire Suppression Engineer looking to lead the design and delivery of complex fire protection systems on major rail infrastructure projects? We're seeking a Fire Suppression Sprinkler Design Engineer to play a key leadership role in the design, coordination, and delivery of Fire Suppression, Hydrant, and Dry/Wet Riser systems on a high-profile rail project. This is an excellent opportunity to influence large-scale infrastructure while working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Role As the Fire Suppression Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery from concept through to installation and certification. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the design and verification of Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with BS9990 , BS EN 12845 , and other relevant standards. Review and coordinate designs produced by MEP consultants and contractors, ensuring safety, compliance, constructability, and maintainability. Develop complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effect documentation and manage third-party system interfaces. Support Engineering Managers in resolving technical interface issues and ensuring seamless system integration. Drive technical excellence through value engineering and standardisation initiatives. Liaise with accreditation bodies, including BRE Global, to ensure compliance with certification requirements. Provide technical support throughout procurement, tendering, construction, and project delivery. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Leadership Responsibilities Ensure mandatory training and competency requirements are met. Promote compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and information security procedures. Foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. About YouEssential Skills & Knowledge Extensive knowledge of Fire Suppression Systems and associated British Standards. Strong understanding of both active and passive fire protection systems. Proficient in CAD/BIM software for fire systems design. Qualifications HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline). LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership of a recognised professional institution (such as IFE or IMechE). Engineering Council registration (EngTech, IEng or CEng) is desirable. Experience Demonstrable experience designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Main Systems within the Rail sector. Experience in projects from tender through design, installation, commissioning, and certification. Why Join Us? We're committed to delivering engineering excellence through collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Our approach combines the capability of a Tier 1 contractor with the agility and customer focus of a specialist engineering business. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary of £60,000 £70,000 Opportunity to work on landmark rail infrastructure projects Collaborative and supportive engineering environment Career progression and professional development A company that values sustainability, ethical decision-making, and engineering excellence Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help shape the future of critical rail infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Fire Suppression Sprinkler Design Engineer. Application question(s): Do you have experience designing Fire Suppression, Hydrant Main, and Dry/Wet Riser systems within the Rail sector? Do you hold a HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline)? Do you hold the LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency qualification? Do you have proven experience designing Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with standards such as BS9990 and BS EN 12845? Are you eligible to work in the UK and able to work from our Acton, London office as required? Work Location: In person
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Join a Team Delivering Critical Rail Infrastructure Are you an experienced Fire Suppression Engineer looking to lead the design and delivery of complex fire protection systems on major rail infrastructure projects? We're seeking a Fire Suppression Sprinkler Design Engineer to play a key leadership role in the design, coordination, and delivery of Fire Suppression, Hydrant, and Dry/Wet Riser systems on a high-profile rail project. This is an excellent opportunity to influence large-scale infrastructure while working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Role As the Fire Suppression Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery from concept through to installation and certification. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the design and verification of Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with BS9990 , BS EN 12845 , and other relevant standards. Review and coordinate designs produced by MEP consultants and contractors, ensuring safety, compliance, constructability, and maintainability. Develop complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effect documentation and manage third-party system interfaces. Support Engineering Managers in resolving technical interface issues and ensuring seamless system integration. Drive technical excellence through value engineering and standardisation initiatives. Liaise with accreditation bodies, including BRE Global, to ensure compliance with certification requirements. Provide technical support throughout procurement, tendering, construction, and project delivery. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Leadership Responsibilities Ensure mandatory training and competency requirements are met. Promote compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and information security procedures. Foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. About YouEssential Skills & Knowledge Extensive knowledge of Fire Suppression Systems and associated British Standards. Strong understanding of both active and passive fire protection systems. Proficient in CAD/BIM software for fire systems design. Qualifications HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline). LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership of a recognised professional institution (such as IFE or IMechE). Engineering Council registration (EngTech, IEng or CEng) is desirable. Experience Demonstrable experience designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Main Systems within the Rail sector. Experience in projects from tender through design, installation, commissioning, and certification. Why Join Us? We're committed to delivering engineering excellence through collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Our approach combines the capability of a Tier 1 contractor with the agility and customer focus of a specialist engineering business. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary of £60,000 £70,000 Opportunity to work on landmark rail infrastructure projects Collaborative and supportive engineering environment Career progression and professional development A company that values sustainability, ethical decision-making, and engineering excellence Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help shape the future of critical rail infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Fire Suppression Sprinkler Design Engineer. Application question(s): Do you have experience designing Fire Suppression, Hydrant Main, and Dry/Wet Riser systems within the Rail sector? Do you hold a HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline)? Do you hold the LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency qualification? Do you have proven experience designing Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with standards such as BS9990 and BS EN 12845? Are you eligible to work in the UK and able to work from our Acton, London office as required? Work Location: In person
Principal Fire Suppression Engineer Location: Acton, London Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Join a Team Delivering Critical Rail Infrastructure Are you an experienced Fire Suppression Engineer looking to lead the design and delivery of complex fire protection systems on major rail infrastructure projects? We're seeking a Principal Fire Suppression Engineer to play a key leadership role in the design, coordination, and delivery of Fire Suppression, Hydrant, and Dry/Wet Riser systems on a high-profile rail project. This is an excellent opportunity to influence large-scale infrastructure while working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Role As the Principal Fire Suppression Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery from concept through to installation and certification. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and verification of Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with BS9990 , BS EN 12845 , and other relevant standards. Review and coordinate designs produced by MEP consultants and contractors, ensuring safety, compliance, constructability, and maintainability. Develop complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effect documentation and manage third-party system interfaces. Support Engineering Managers in resolving technical interface issues and ensuring seamless system integration. Drive technical excellence through value engineering and standardisation initiatives. Liaise with accreditation bodies, including BRE Global, to ensure compliance with certification requirements. Provide technical support throughout procurement, tendering, construction, and project delivery. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Leadership Responsibilities Support the development and mentoring of engineering staff. Ensure mandatory training and competency requirements are met. Promote compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and information security procedures. Foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. About YouEssential Skills & Knowledge Extensive knowledge of Fire Suppression Systems and associated British Standards. Strong understanding of both active and passive fire protection systems. Proficient in CAD/BIM software for fire systems design. Excellent stakeholder management and multidisciplinary coordination experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Qualifications Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline). LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership of a recognised professional institution (such as IFE or IMechE). Engineering Council registration (EngTech, IEng or CEng) is desirable. Experience Demonstrable experience designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Main Systems within the Rail sector. Experience managing projects from tender through design, installation, commissioning, and certification. Why Join Us? We're committed to delivering engineering excellence through collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Our approach combines the capability of a Tier 1 contractor with the agility and customer focus of a specialist engineering business. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary of £80,000 £90,000 Opportunity to work on landmark rail infrastructure projects Collaborative and supportive engineering environment Career progression and professional development A company that values sustainability, ethical decision-making, and engineering excellence Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help shape the future of critical rail infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Principal Fire Suppression Engineer. Application question(s): Do you have experience designing Fire Suppression, Hydrant Main, and Dry/Wet Riser systems within the Rail sector? Do you hold a Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline)? Do you hold the LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency qualification? Do you have proven experience designing Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with standards such as BS9990 and BS EN 12845? Work Location: In person
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Principal Fire Suppression Engineer Location: Acton, London Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + Benefits Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Join a Team Delivering Critical Rail Infrastructure Are you an experienced Fire Suppression Engineer looking to lead the design and delivery of complex fire protection systems on major rail infrastructure projects? We're seeking a Principal Fire Suppression Engineer to play a key leadership role in the design, coordination, and delivery of Fire Suppression, Hydrant, and Dry/Wet Riser systems on a high-profile rail project. This is an excellent opportunity to influence large-scale infrastructure while working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. The Role As the Principal Fire Suppression Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery from concept through to installation and certification. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and verification of Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with BS9990 , BS EN 12845 , and other relevant standards. Review and coordinate designs produced by MEP consultants and contractors, ensuring safety, compliance, constructability, and maintainability. Develop complex Fire Alarm Cause & Effect documentation and manage third-party system interfaces. Support Engineering Managers in resolving technical interface issues and ensuring seamless system integration. Drive technical excellence through value engineering and standardisation initiatives. Liaise with accreditation bodies, including BRE Global, to ensure compliance with certification requirements. Provide technical support throughout procurement, tendering, construction, and project delivery. Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Leadership Responsibilities Support the development and mentoring of engineering staff. Ensure mandatory training and competency requirements are met. Promote compliance with health & safety, quality assurance, and information security procedures. Foster a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. About YouEssential Skills & Knowledge Extensive knowledge of Fire Suppression Systems and associated British Standards. Strong understanding of both active and passive fire protection systems. Proficient in CAD/BIM software for fire systems design. Excellent stakeholder management and multidisciplinary coordination experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Qualifications Degree, HNC or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline). LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency. Membership of a recognised professional institution (such as IFE or IMechE). Engineering Council registration (EngTech, IEng or CEng) is desirable. Experience Demonstrable experience designing Fire Suppression and Hydrant Main Systems within the Rail sector. Experience managing projects from tender through design, installation, commissioning, and certification. Why Join Us? We're committed to delivering engineering excellence through collaboration, innovation, and integrity. Our approach combines the capability of a Tier 1 contractor with the agility and customer focus of a specialist engineering business. You'll benefit from: Competitive salary of £80,000 £90,000 Opportunity to work on landmark rail infrastructure projects Collaborative and supportive engineering environment Career progression and professional development A company that values sustainability, ethical decision-making, and engineering excellence Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career and help shape the future of critical rail infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become our next Principal Fire Suppression Engineer. Application question(s): Do you have experience designing Fire Suppression, Hydrant Main, and Dry/Wet Riser systems within the Rail sector? Do you hold a Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline)? Do you hold the LPCB Basic Sprinkler Design Competency qualification? Do you have proven experience designing Fire Suppression Systems in accordance with standards such as BS9990 and BS EN 12845? Work Location: In person
Branta Recruitment Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Branta are seeking an experienced, technically robust Hard Services Manager for a contract role in Newcastle for a business-critical, 6-month contract. The successful individual will take operational ownership of the compliance, management, and strategic delivery of all building-related engineering services. You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory, mandatory, and organisational requirements are met while guaranteeing safe, reliable, and efficient mechanical, electrical, and building fabric services across the entire portfolio. Key Duties & Responsibilities Operational & Technical Leadership Lead and manage all daily mechanical, electrical, and building fabric maintenance activities across a diverse multi-site estate. Oversee and optimize active planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdown pipelines, and critical lifecycle asset replacement programmes. Ensure all critical building infrastructure (HVAC, electrical distribution, BMS systems, water hygiene, fire safety systems, and lifts) operates safely and in absolute alignment with UK legislation. Act as the estate's Authorised Person (e.g., AP Electrical, AP Mechanical, AP Pressure Systems, or Water) as required. Compliance, Safety & Risk Mitigation Drive 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across the estate, ensuring strict adherence to Health & Safety at Work legislation, Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, and Water Safety (ACoP L8). Maintain pristine, audit-ready compliance files, asset registries, data logs, and comprehensive audit trails. Review, challenge, and sign off on contractor RAMS and implement strict safe systems of work (SSOW) and hot works permits. Contractor & Team Management Supervise and mentor the internal engineering workforce (supervisors, technicians, and craft personnel), planning and prioritizing workloads to maximize floor efficiency. Manage, audit, and hold accountable specialist third-party engineering contractors against strict SLAs and KPIs. Support the wider team with procurement, localized tendering processes, and performance evaluations for specialist hard services vendors. Commercial & Financial Control Administer fixed budgets for hard services, overseeing spend on planned works, reactive callouts, and minor capital upgrades. Track contractor billing, forecast financial requirements for the remainder of the contract term, and drive cost efficiencies. Contribute technical expertise to long-term capital investment schemes, estate resilience planning, and corporate decarbonization/sustainability goals. The Ideal Candidate (Person Specification) Qualifications & Technical Bias: A strong, time-served mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering bias. Recognized Authorised Person (AP) training credentials (electrical, mechanical, pressure, or water safety). Formal health and safety qualifications (IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate). Professional engineering registration (IEng/CEng) is highly desirable but not strictly mandatory. Experience Required: Significant, verifiable track record managing Hard FM services within a complex, multi-site corporate, educational, public, or healthcare estate. Exceptional leadership credentials with experience managing both directly employed mobile trade technicians and specialist tier-1 external subcontractors. Proficient in the deployment, tracking, and close-out of tasks within corporate CAFM systems. Deep, practical knowledge of UK statutory compliance parameters, building regulations, and asset lifecycle asset tracking. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical risks and maintenance disruptions clearly to senior leadership and estate users. Working Conditions & Additional Information Travel: Ability to travel efficiently between multi-site property locations across the North East region. Flexibility: Occasional evening or weekend oversight may be required to monitor major project works or system shutdowns. Participation in an out-of-hours on-call engineering escalation rota may be required. To Apply If you are an available, North East-based Hard FM leader looking for a an immediate start, apply online today or contact Astrid Camacho for more information.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Branta are seeking an experienced, technically robust Hard Services Manager for a contract role in Newcastle for a business-critical, 6-month contract. The successful individual will take operational ownership of the compliance, management, and strategic delivery of all building-related engineering services. You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory, mandatory, and organisational requirements are met while guaranteeing safe, reliable, and efficient mechanical, electrical, and building fabric services across the entire portfolio. Key Duties & Responsibilities Operational & Technical Leadership Lead and manage all daily mechanical, electrical, and building fabric maintenance activities across a diverse multi-site estate. Oversee and optimize active planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdown pipelines, and critical lifecycle asset replacement programmes. Ensure all critical building infrastructure (HVAC, electrical distribution, BMS systems, water hygiene, fire safety systems, and lifts) operates safely and in absolute alignment with UK legislation. Act as the estate's Authorised Person (e.g., AP Electrical, AP Mechanical, AP Pressure Systems, or Water) as required. Compliance, Safety & Risk Mitigation Drive 100% statutory and regulatory compliance across the estate, ensuring strict adherence to Health & Safety at Work legislation, Electricity at Work Regulations, LOLER, PUWER, COSHH, and Water Safety (ACoP L8). Maintain pristine, audit-ready compliance files, asset registries, data logs, and comprehensive audit trails. Review, challenge, and sign off on contractor RAMS and implement strict safe systems of work (SSOW) and hot works permits. Contractor & Team Management Supervise and mentor the internal engineering workforce (supervisors, technicians, and craft personnel), planning and prioritizing workloads to maximize floor efficiency. Manage, audit, and hold accountable specialist third-party engineering contractors against strict SLAs and KPIs. Support the wider team with procurement, localized tendering processes, and performance evaluations for specialist hard services vendors. Commercial & Financial Control Administer fixed budgets for hard services, overseeing spend on planned works, reactive callouts, and minor capital upgrades. Track contractor billing, forecast financial requirements for the remainder of the contract term, and drive cost efficiencies. Contribute technical expertise to long-term capital investment schemes, estate resilience planning, and corporate decarbonization/sustainability goals. The Ideal Candidate (Person Specification) Qualifications & Technical Bias: A strong, time-served mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering bias. Recognized Authorised Person (AP) training credentials (electrical, mechanical, pressure, or water safety). Formal health and safety qualifications (IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate). Professional engineering registration (IEng/CEng) is highly desirable but not strictly mandatory. Experience Required: Significant, verifiable track record managing Hard FM services within a complex, multi-site corporate, educational, public, or healthcare estate. Exceptional leadership credentials with experience managing both directly employed mobile trade technicians and specialist tier-1 external subcontractors. Proficient in the deployment, tracking, and close-out of tasks within corporate CAFM systems. Deep, practical knowledge of UK statutory compliance parameters, building regulations, and asset lifecycle asset tracking. Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical risks and maintenance disruptions clearly to senior leadership and estate users. Working Conditions & Additional Information Travel: Ability to travel efficiently between multi-site property locations across the North East region. Flexibility: Occasional evening or weekend oversight may be required to monitor major project works or system shutdowns. Participation in an out-of-hours on-call engineering escalation rota may be required. To Apply If you are an available, North East-based Hard FM leader looking for a an immediate start, apply online today or contact Astrid Camacho for more information.
Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Milton Keynes (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Candidates must have expeirence of concessions and/or income generating procurement Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Sourcing Manager Location : Milton Keynes (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 6 Months Daily Rate: £550/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential Candidates must have expeirence of concessions and/or income generating procurement Educated to a Business or Economics degree standard or equivalent business experience Deep level of Sourcing experience, with a demonstrable track record of savings delivery Demonstrable level of negotiation and dispute resolution skill set Demonstrable experience of contract law and financial management Demonstrable experience of driving value from complex sourcing opportunities Experienced with agile cross-functional collaborative working methods Politically savvy, with the proven ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies at an executive level Demonstrable level of problem-solving experience of complex sourcing specific challenges Completer finisher mindset Desirable Line management experience Detailed knowledge of the UK Rail Industry, including procurement processes in a reclassified environment Manage the sourcing activities for multi-million-pound, medium cost and business risk opportunities, to include idea generation and innovation across complex spend categories and work collaboratively with relevant customers and stakeholders to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value Develop and manage the sourcing process from business requirement to contract signature, on behalf of key customers and stakeholders, for multi-million-pound medium cost and business risk opportunities, where expert levels of indirect and direct influencing techniques and political savviness are required, utilising, where relevant, commercial purpose-built models, to create and deliver significant commercial and contractual value, in support of the C&P Director s annual savings target Implement approved Integrated Category Strategies (ICS) through the development and delivery of the qualified Sourcing pipeline, in collaboration with the relevant Category Manager and relevant customers and stakeholders, to release the full defined savings and benefits value committed to within the ICS, with the ambition to deliver beyond the maximum value approved, in support of the C&P Director s cost savings target Apply the Sourcing Framework for sourcing led opportunities outside of ICS creation and where total annual spend ranges between £100m to £300m and within an OJEU environment, to manage all risk, governance, legislative and regulatory requirements, validated by the Procurement Risk and Assurance team Expert negotiator of sourcing enabled savings and benefit opportunities, in collaboration with all relevant customers and stakeholders, approved by Finance and applied to budgets, in support of the C&P Director s savings target, with the commercial capability, tenacity and ambition to deliver value beyond the ICS commitment Develop and implement of sourcing specific ideas and innovation-based business cases, working in collaboration with relevant customers and stakeholders, to address existing business problems that require external sourcing specific market expertise to solve Facilitate the transition of Sourcing led execution to Strategic Supplier Management, to manage a seamless customer experience from business requirement through to post contract signature and position the Supplier Management team to optimise their delivery of full contractual and relationship value Demand manage and challenge customer and stakeholder common sourcing requirements to maximise overall Group-wide commercial value, adopting politically savvy engagement, direct and indirect influencing and selling strategies across multiple Routes and Regions, in a complex, devolved organisation Develop and manage sourcing aligned continuous improvement activities, demand pipeline assessments and annual customer satisfaction surveys, to deliver an enhanced customer experience, aligned to the Vision and best in class Procurement ambition Develop the external market sourcing practices, to include commercial models and total cost of ownership assessments, within the Sourcing team, to enable the implementation of good practice and move towards a recognised best in class capability, in support of the employer of choice ambition To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)
Overview We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to manage an established portfolio of customer accounts whilst driving new business growth across its product divisions. The role offers an excellent blend of account management and business development, with responsibility for maintaining and growing existing OEM and manufacturing customer relationships whilst identifying and developing new opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be based from the Birmingham office, working closely with internal teams and customers throughout the UK. Key Product Areas Supplying specialist solutions into OEM and manufacturing sectors including: Construction equipment manufacturers Off-highway vehicle manufacturers Agricultural machinery manufacturers Industrial vehicle OEMs Typical customers include organisations similar to CAT, JCB and Volvo. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customer accounts. Build relationships with procurement, engineering, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders. Identify opportunities for account growth and increased market penetration. Generate and convert new business opportunities across target sectors. Develop opportunities within both existing and emerging markets. Conduct customer visits, presentations and product discussions. Produce quotations and commercial proposals. Work closely with engineering, production and customer service teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Maintain accurate pipeline and activity reporting through CRM systems. Achieve agreed sales, profitability and new business targets. Candidate Profile Essential Proven success in a Business Development, Sales or Account Management role. Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment. Demonstrable ability to develop new business while managing existing customer relationships. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Commercially aware with strong negotiation capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience selling into OEM, manufacturing or industrial customers. Exposure to construction equipment, off-highway vehicles, commercial vehicles, automotive, bus and coach, rail, agricultural machinery or similar sectors. Experience working with technical or engineered products. Knowledge of consultative or solution-based sales approaches. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven. Comfortable identifying and developing new opportunities. Able to build credibility with both commercial and technical stakeholders. Organised and self-motivated. Equally comfortable managing established relationships and developing new business opportunities. Why Join? Opportunity to represent well-established market-leading product ranges. Strong existing customer base combined with significant new business potential. Exposure to recognised global OEM customers. Stable and respected UK manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. Genuine opportunity to influence growth within key product sectors.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Overview We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to manage an established portfolio of customer accounts whilst driving new business growth across its product divisions. The role offers an excellent blend of account management and business development, with responsibility for maintaining and growing existing OEM and manufacturing customer relationships whilst identifying and developing new opportunities across a range of industrial sectors. The successful candidate will be based from the Birmingham office, working closely with internal teams and customers throughout the UK. Key Product Areas Supplying specialist solutions into OEM and manufacturing sectors including: Construction equipment manufacturers Off-highway vehicle manufacturers Agricultural machinery manufacturers Industrial vehicle OEMs Typical customers include organisations similar to CAT, JCB and Volvo. Key Responsibilities Manage and develop an existing portfolio of customer accounts. Build relationships with procurement, engineering, manufacturing and commercial stakeholders. Identify opportunities for account growth and increased market penetration. Generate and convert new business opportunities across target sectors. Develop opportunities within both existing and emerging markets. Conduct customer visits, presentations and product discussions. Produce quotations and commercial proposals. Work closely with engineering, production and customer service teams to ensure customer requirements are met. Maintain accurate pipeline and activity reporting through CRM systems. Achieve agreed sales, profitability and new business targets. Candidate Profile Essential Proven success in a Business Development, Sales or Account Management role. Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment. Demonstrable ability to develop new business while managing existing customer relationships. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Commercially aware with strong negotiation capabilities. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Experience selling into OEM, manufacturing or industrial customers. Exposure to construction equipment, off-highway vehicles, commercial vehicles, automotive, bus and coach, rail, agricultural machinery or similar sectors. Experience working with technical or engineered products. Knowledge of consultative or solution-based sales approaches. Personal Attributes Proactive and commercially driven. Comfortable identifying and developing new opportunities. Able to build credibility with both commercial and technical stakeholders. Organised and self-motivated. Equally comfortable managing established relationships and developing new business opportunities. Why Join? Opportunity to represent well-established market-leading product ranges. Strong existing customer base combined with significant new business potential. Exposure to recognised global OEM customers. Stable and respected UK manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation. Genuine opportunity to influence growth within key product sectors.
Our client is a well-established engineering business supplying the UK rail industry. They're successful, growing, and have built an excellent reputation over the last 20+ years. They're now looking for a Customer Account Manager to join their close-knit commercial team. It's a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career, with a clear pathway into a Sales Manager position as the business continues to grow. If you're ambitious and looking for a company that promotes from within, this could be exactly what you're looking for. The Role This is an office-based role managing a portfolio of existing customers. You'll focus on building strong relationships, responding to enquiries, preparing quotations and delivering excellent customer service. You'll become the go-to contact for your customers while learning a specialist product range, with full training provided. What You'll Be Doing Looking after around 20 established customer accounts. Handling customer enquiries from start to finish. Preparing quotations and checking stock availability. Building strong, long-term customer relationships. Visiting customers across the UK when needed (occasional overnight stays). Attending exhibitions and industry events. Working closely with the Procurement team. Developing knowledge of the company's specialist products. About You You'll enjoy working with people and building relationships. You'll probably have experience in one of the following: Account Management Internal Sales Customer Service Sales Support Commercial Administration Technical or Engineering Support You'll also have: Great communication skills. Good attention to detail. Confidence speaking with customers. Ambition to develop your career. A full UK driving licence. Industry experience isn't essential. If you've got the right attitude and enjoy looking after customers, full product training will be provided. What's on Offer? Salary dependant on experience 10% performance bonus Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Christmas shutdown Car allowance and mileage paid All travel expenses covered Full training and ongoing development Genuine progression into a Sales Manager role UK travel, with international opportunities in the future Ready for Your Next Step? If you're looking for a role where you can build lasting customer relationships, develop your career and work for a business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established engineering business supplying the UK rail industry. They're successful, growing, and have built an excellent reputation over the last 20+ years. They're now looking for a Customer Account Manager to join their close-knit commercial team. It's a genuine opportunity to build a long-term career, with a clear pathway into a Sales Manager position as the business continues to grow. If you're ambitious and looking for a company that promotes from within, this could be exactly what you're looking for. The Role This is an office-based role managing a portfolio of existing customers. You'll focus on building strong relationships, responding to enquiries, preparing quotations and delivering excellent customer service. You'll become the go-to contact for your customers while learning a specialist product range, with full training provided. What You'll Be Doing Looking after around 20 established customer accounts. Handling customer enquiries from start to finish. Preparing quotations and checking stock availability. Building strong, long-term customer relationships. Visiting customers across the UK when needed (occasional overnight stays). Attending exhibitions and industry events. Working closely with the Procurement team. Developing knowledge of the company's specialist products. About You You'll enjoy working with people and building relationships. You'll probably have experience in one of the following: Account Management Internal Sales Customer Service Sales Support Commercial Administration Technical or Engineering Support You'll also have: Great communication skills. Good attention to detail. Confidence speaking with customers. Ambition to develop your career. A full UK driving licence. Industry experience isn't essential. If you've got the right attitude and enjoy looking after customers, full product training will be provided. What's on Offer? Salary dependant on experience 10% performance bonus Monday-Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm Christmas shutdown Car allowance and mileage paid All travel expenses covered Full training and ongoing development Genuine progression into a Sales Manager role UK travel, with international opportunities in the future Ready for Your Next Step? If you're looking for a role where you can build lasting customer relationships, develop your career and work for a business that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Project Manager 6 Month Contract Manchester Based Up to 550 per day Outside IR35 MAX Job Requirements Manage the day-to-day performance and delivery of design consultants, ensuring design activities are completed to programme, quality, and budget requirements. Oversee the development and delivery of outline and detailed design, ensuring key project milestones, planning submissions, and approvals are achieved. Coordinate procurement activities, including preparing tender documentation and supporting contract award and mobilisation of design services. Monitor project performance through programme, commercial, risk, and governance management, providing regular progress reporting. Essential Experience Proven experience managing multidisciplinary design consultants on complex infrastructure or construction, rail, highways or active travel infrastructure projects. Demonstrable experience delivering projects through outline and detailed design phases, including planning submissions and technical approvals. Experience managing project programmes, budgets, risks, and commercial performance to achieve successful project outcomes. Experience coordinating procurement activities, including the preparation of tender documentation and contract mobilisation. Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to work collaboratively across project teams, consultants, contractors, and external organisations. (Rullion is a recruitment agency) Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Aug 07, 2026
Contractor
Project Manager 6 Month Contract Manchester Based Up to 550 per day Outside IR35 MAX Job Requirements Manage the day-to-day performance and delivery of design consultants, ensuring design activities are completed to programme, quality, and budget requirements. Oversee the development and delivery of outline and detailed design, ensuring key project milestones, planning submissions, and approvals are achieved. Coordinate procurement activities, including preparing tender documentation and supporting contract award and mobilisation of design services. Monitor project performance through programme, commercial, risk, and governance management, providing regular progress reporting. Essential Experience Proven experience managing multidisciplinary design consultants on complex infrastructure or construction, rail, highways or active travel infrastructure projects. Demonstrable experience delivering projects through outline and detailed design phases, including planning submissions and technical approvals. Experience managing project programmes, budgets, risks, and commercial performance to achieve successful project outcomes. Experience coordinating procurement activities, including the preparation of tender documentation and contract mobilisation. Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to work collaboratively across project teams, consultants, contractors, and external organisations. (Rullion is a recruitment agency) Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
National Business Development Manager - UK & Ireland 60,000- 65,000 + Bonus + Electric Car + Excellent Benefits Join a growing specialist manufacturer in a strategic, specification-led sales role covering the UK & Ireland. You'll drive demand for modular, off-site cable management and metal extrusion solutions, working with leading M&E contractors, consultants, procurement teams and distribution partners to secure specifications on major infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including data centres, rail, tunnels, pharma, HVAC and nuclear. We're looking for a proven B2B sales professional with experience in cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E sector. Strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to winning new business are essential. Offering a 60k- 65k salary, 20% bonus (with uncapped accelerators), electric company car, private healthcare, pension, life assurance and genuine career progression.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
National Business Development Manager - UK & Ireland 60,000- 65,000 + Bonus + Electric Car + Excellent Benefits Join a growing specialist manufacturer in a strategic, specification-led sales role covering the UK & Ireland. You'll drive demand for modular, off-site cable management and metal extrusion solutions, working with leading M&E contractors, consultants, procurement teams and distribution partners to secure specifications on major infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including data centres, rail, tunnels, pharma, HVAC and nuclear. We're looking for a proven B2B sales professional with experience in cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E sector. Strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to winning new business are essential. Offering a 60k- 65k salary, 20% bonus (with uncapped accelerators), electric company car, private healthcare, pension, life assurance and genuine career progression.
National Business Development Manager opportunity within a growing specialist manufacturer Strategic specification-led sales role across major UK & Ireland infrastructure and construction projects Engage with leading M&E contractors and key distribution partners Excellent earning potential with uncapped commission accelerators Clear career progression into key account management and leadership opportunities THE ROLE: As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving demand and specification activity across the UK and Ireland for a range of modular, pre-fabricated off-site solutions used within cable management and metal extrusion applications. Working in a predominantly field-based capacity, you will engage with major M&E contractors, consultants, estimators, procurement teams and site stakeholders to secure product specification on large-scale projects across sectors including data centres, rail infrastructure, tunnels, pharmaceutical facilities, mechanical services, HVAC and nuclear applications. Once specified, you will work closely with distribution partners and internal teams to convert opportunities into revenue and support project delivery. LOCATION: National role covering the UK and Ireland, with approximately eight weeks per year in Ireland. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK and should be comfortable with regular travel. REQUIREMENTS: Proven B2B sales or business development experience within cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E product sector Experience engaging with contractors, consultants or specification-led sales environments Commercially focused, proactive and capable of developing new business opportunities Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence THE PACKAGE: 60,000- 65,000 basic salary Annual bonus scheme with 20% target earnings and accelerator potential up to 2.5x Electric company car 25 days holiday plus statutory entitlement Pension scheme Private healthcare Mobile phone and laptop Life assurance (4x salary) THE COMPANY: This established and well-respected organisation designs and supplies specialist off-site and modular solutions supporting major construction and infrastructure projects throughout the UK and Ireland. With continued investment, strong technical support and ambitious growth plans, the business offers excellent long-term career opportunities for driven sales professionals seeking to develop their careers within a high-performance environment. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you are looking for a specification-focused business development role with genuine earning potential and long-term progression, apply today.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
National Business Development Manager opportunity within a growing specialist manufacturer Strategic specification-led sales role across major UK & Ireland infrastructure and construction projects Engage with leading M&E contractors and key distribution partners Excellent earning potential with uncapped commission accelerators Clear career progression into key account management and leadership opportunities THE ROLE: As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving demand and specification activity across the UK and Ireland for a range of modular, pre-fabricated off-site solutions used within cable management and metal extrusion applications. Working in a predominantly field-based capacity, you will engage with major M&E contractors, consultants, estimators, procurement teams and site stakeholders to secure product specification on large-scale projects across sectors including data centres, rail infrastructure, tunnels, pharmaceutical facilities, mechanical services, HVAC and nuclear applications. Once specified, you will work closely with distribution partners and internal teams to convert opportunities into revenue and support project delivery. LOCATION: National role covering the UK and Ireland, with approximately eight weeks per year in Ireland. Candidates can be based anywhere in the UK and should be comfortable with regular travel. REQUIREMENTS: Proven B2B sales or business development experience within cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E product sector Experience engaging with contractors, consultants or specification-led sales environments Commercially focused, proactive and capable of developing new business opportunities Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence THE PACKAGE: 60,000- 65,000 basic salary Annual bonus scheme with 20% target earnings and accelerator potential up to 2.5x Electric company car 25 days holiday plus statutory entitlement Pension scheme Private healthcare Mobile phone and laptop Life assurance (4x salary) THE COMPANY: This established and well-respected organisation designs and supplies specialist off-site and modular solutions supporting major construction and infrastructure projects throughout the UK and Ireland. With continued investment, strong technical support and ambitious growth plans, the business offers excellent long-term career opportunities for driven sales professionals seeking to develop their careers within a high-performance environment. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you are looking for a specification-focused business development role with genuine earning potential and long-term progression, apply today.
National Business Development Manager - UK & Ireland 60,000- 65,000 + Bonus + Electric Car + Excellent Benefits Join a growing specialist manufacturer in a strategic, specification-led sales role covering the UK & Ireland. You'll drive demand for modular, off-site cable management and metal extrusion solutions, working with leading M&E contractors, consultants, procurement teams and distribution partners to secure specifications on major infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including data centres, rail, tunnels, pharma, HVAC and nuclear. We're looking for a proven B2B sales professional with experience in cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E sector. Strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to winning new business are essential. Offering a 60k- 65k salary, 20% bonus (with uncapped accelerators), electric company car, private healthcare, pension, life assurance and genuine career progression.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
National Business Development Manager - UK & Ireland 60,000- 65,000 + Bonus + Electric Car + Excellent Benefits Join a growing specialist manufacturer in a strategic, specification-led sales role covering the UK & Ireland. You'll drive demand for modular, off-site cable management and metal extrusion solutions, working with leading M&E contractors, consultants, procurement teams and distribution partners to secure specifications on major infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including data centres, rail, tunnels, pharma, HVAC and nuclear. We're looking for a proven B2B sales professional with experience in cable management, conduits, modular systems or a related electrical/M&E sector. Strong relationship-building skills and a proactive approach to winning new business are essential. Offering a 60k- 65k salary, 20% bonus (with uncapped accelerators), electric company car, private healthcare, pension, life assurance and genuine career progression.
As a Senior Category Manager in Matlock within the public sector, you'll oversee procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring value for money and compliance. This part-time role (2.5 days per week) helps the organisation streamline processes and manage supplier relationships effectively. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care - Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate services and transformationResponsible for: property; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Lead the implementation of the procurement strategy for the directorate, aligning commercial activity with service objectives, financial planning, and corporate priorities Work in close partnership with senior managers and budget holders to support procurement delivery across services, identifying opportunities for early engagement, risk reduction, and added value Deliver high-value, high-risk, and complex procurement exercises, ensuring robust governance, market engagement, and compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies Manage and reduce procurement non-compliance across the directorate by embedding best practice, offering guidance, and implementing corrective actions in partnership with services. Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including legislation, risk, contract structuring, supplier engagement, and sourcing strategies Embed updates to public procurement legislation-including the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024 Manage procurement and contract-related risk throughout the commissioning and procurement cycle, implementing mitigation strategies and advising services on risk exposure and management Use data and analytics to monitor pipeline progress, evaluate procurement performance, and inform strategic and operational decisions Contribute to the development of corporate procurement policies, tools, and templates, sharing best practice and supporting consistency across the Council Profile Experience of managing complex, high-value procurement activity in a public sector or similarly regulated environment Experience in supervising, mentoring, and developing procurement professionals, including setting objectives and supporting delivery Demonstrated experience in supporting budget holders and managers in planning and delivering procurement aligned with service delivery and financial targets Experience of of embedding and supporting effective contract management practices across services, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement Experience in risk identification and mitigation in procurement and contract management Experience of embedding procurement compliance and resolving issues of non-compliance across services In-depth knowledge of procurement legislation, including the Public Contracts Regulations (PCRs), Procurement Act 2023, and Procurement Regulations 2024 Strong understanding of public procurement principles, sourcing strategy, category management, and contract lifecycle management Commercial awareness & understanding of budgetary and financial processes Job Offer Pro Rata Salary ranging from 39,865 - 43,270 + 2000 Market Supplement Local Government Pension Scheme 27 days annual leave rising to 32 with service (plus bank holidays) - pro rata Flexitime Flexible working Hybrid working (required at least half a day in the Matlock office on a Tuesday)
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
As a Senior Category Manager in Matlock within the public sector, you'll oversee procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring value for money and compliance. This part-time role (2.5 days per week) helps the organisation streamline processes and manage supplier relationships effectively. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care - Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate services and transformationResponsible for: property; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Lead the implementation of the procurement strategy for the directorate, aligning commercial activity with service objectives, financial planning, and corporate priorities Work in close partnership with senior managers and budget holders to support procurement delivery across services, identifying opportunities for early engagement, risk reduction, and added value Deliver high-value, high-risk, and complex procurement exercises, ensuring robust governance, market engagement, and compliance with all relevant legislation and Council policies Manage and reduce procurement non-compliance across the directorate by embedding best practice, offering guidance, and implementing corrective actions in partnership with services. Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including legislation, risk, contract structuring, supplier engagement, and sourcing strategies Embed updates to public procurement legislation-including the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024 Manage procurement and contract-related risk throughout the commissioning and procurement cycle, implementing mitigation strategies and advising services on risk exposure and management Use data and analytics to monitor pipeline progress, evaluate procurement performance, and inform strategic and operational decisions Contribute to the development of corporate procurement policies, tools, and templates, sharing best practice and supporting consistency across the Council Profile Experience of managing complex, high-value procurement activity in a public sector or similarly regulated environment Experience in supervising, mentoring, and developing procurement professionals, including setting objectives and supporting delivery Demonstrated experience in supporting budget holders and managers in planning and delivering procurement aligned with service delivery and financial targets Experience of of embedding and supporting effective contract management practices across services, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement Experience in risk identification and mitigation in procurement and contract management Experience of embedding procurement compliance and resolving issues of non-compliance across services In-depth knowledge of procurement legislation, including the Public Contracts Regulations (PCRs), Procurement Act 2023, and Procurement Regulations 2024 Strong understanding of public procurement principles, sourcing strategy, category management, and contract lifecycle management Commercial awareness & understanding of budgetary and financial processes Job Offer Pro Rata Salary ranging from 39,865 - 43,270 + 2000 Market Supplement Local Government Pension Scheme 27 days annual leave rising to 32 with service (plus bank holidays) - pro rata Flexitime Flexible working Hybrid working (required at least half a day in the Matlock office on a Tuesday)
We have partnered exclusively with Derbyshire County Council to recruit 4 Category Managers as part of the growth of their large procurement team. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care: Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate Services and Transformationproperty; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Deliver the Council's directorate procurement strategy via actionable procurement activity, ensuring alignment with service objectives and operational delivery Develop and deliver project-specific procurement strategies that incorporate best value principles, regulatory requirements, market conditions, and service needs Conduct effective pre-market engagement to inform sourcing approaches, shape specifications, understand supplier capability, and promote innovation and competition Identify and mitigate procurement-stage risks that could impact contract performance or service outcomes Lead and manage end-to-end, (non-complex) procurement processes, including tendering, evaluation, contract award, and mobilisation. Utilise public sector frameworks where appropriate to ensure efficient and compliant routes to market. Drive value for money through robust commercial practices and ensure that social value is embedded into procurement processes in line with Council priorities Work in close partnership with service areas to co-develop procurement solutions, while building procurement capability and understanding across the organisation Identify and address areas of procurement non-compliance by promoting consistent processes, improving guidance and increasing awareness across departments. Collaborate with contract managers to ensure smooth transition from procurement to contract delivery, offering continued contract support throughout the lifetime of a contract Ensure all procurement projects are supported by completed conflict of interest assessments and that any potential conflicts are appropriately managed and recorded. Profile Experience or exposure to managing end-to-end procurement processes within a public sector or regulated environment Proven track record of developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives Demonstrable experience of undertaking pre-market engagement and using market intelligence to inform sourcing approaches Experience of delivering value for money, securing social value outcomes, and working with public sector frameworks Experience of advising internal stakeholders on procurement legislation, policies, and compliance matters. Experience in building positive relationships with stakeholders and working collaboratively across departments to meet operational goals Experience using eTendering systems and ERP solutions Job Offer Salary 35,422 - 38,730 depending on experience Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office (Matlock) Flexitime - can condense hours to give yourself an extra 2 days off per month 27 days holiday rising to 32 with service Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunity to join a large procurement team with excellent opportunities for growth and progression Opportunities for CIPS/MCIPS training with time off to study/exams
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
We have partnered exclusively with Derbyshire County Council to recruit 4 Category Managers as part of the growth of their large procurement team. Client Details Derbyshire County Council services reach everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire, which is why we work with our communities to make sure we meet their needs and expectations. This includes their families, their environment, their education, their job prospects and their social needs. The council is divided into 4 strategic directorates, responsible for the following areas: Adult Care: Preventative and wellbeing services; assessment of care needs; home care and day opportunities for older, disabled and vulnerable people; disability equipment and home adaptations; support for carers; hospital discharge services; short term specialist community beds; reablement; falls prevention; in-house residential care homes; community care centres; quality and safeguarding across all residential homes; specialist dementia care; benefits and debt advice; strategic planning and resourcing public services; stakeholder engagement and consultation; care market shaping; commissioning care services; contract management, and performance monitoring. Public Health: reducing health inequalities; promoting healthier lifestyles; improving the health of the population by sharing information and expertise; preparing for future health challenges; providing protection from public health hazards. Children's Services: support for vulnerable families and disabled children; teenage and careers services; children's centres; sports and outdoor learning; school improvement services; school meals; school place planning and building; special educational needs; adult community education; services traded with schools; pre-school and childcare support; safeguarding and child protection; fostering and adoption, and the youth offending service. Corporate Services and Transformationproperty; finance; Digital Services; corporate HR; legal and democratic services; libraries and heritage; community safety; refugee resettlement; trading standards; 'Trusted Trader'; policy; research; performance; communications including digital and web development, and Call Derbyshire; innovation; strategic commissioning; procurement; strategic partnerships; member and management services; registrar and coroner services. Place: roads; footpaths; public and community transport; road safety; economic development and regeneration; broadband expansion; minerals; transport and strategic planning; emergency planning; household waste recycling centres; waste planning and management; building and landscape conservation; countryside sites; strategic economic partnerships; inward investment; tourism; rail policy; HS2; employment and skills; flooding, and environmental policy. Description Deliver the Council's directorate procurement strategy via actionable procurement activity, ensuring alignment with service objectives and operational delivery Develop and deliver project-specific procurement strategies that incorporate best value principles, regulatory requirements, market conditions, and service needs Conduct effective pre-market engagement to inform sourcing approaches, shape specifications, understand supplier capability, and promote innovation and competition Identify and mitigate procurement-stage risks that could impact contract performance or service outcomes Lead and manage end-to-end, (non-complex) procurement processes, including tendering, evaluation, contract award, and mobilisation. Utilise public sector frameworks where appropriate to ensure efficient and compliant routes to market. Drive value for money through robust commercial practices and ensure that social value is embedded into procurement processes in line with Council priorities Work in close partnership with service areas to co-develop procurement solutions, while building procurement capability and understanding across the organisation Identify and address areas of procurement non-compliance by promoting consistent processes, improving guidance and increasing awareness across departments. Collaborate with contract managers to ensure smooth transition from procurement to contract delivery, offering continued contract support throughout the lifetime of a contract Ensure all procurement projects are supported by completed conflict of interest assessments and that any potential conflicts are appropriately managed and recorded. Profile Experience or exposure to managing end-to-end procurement processes within a public sector or regulated environment Proven track record of developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives Demonstrable experience of undertaking pre-market engagement and using market intelligence to inform sourcing approaches Experience of delivering value for money, securing social value outcomes, and working with public sector frameworks Experience of advising internal stakeholders on procurement legislation, policies, and compliance matters. Experience in building positive relationships with stakeholders and working collaboratively across departments to meet operational goals Experience using eTendering systems and ERP solutions Job Offer Salary 35,422 - 38,730 depending on experience Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office (Matlock) Flexitime - can condense hours to give yourself an extra 2 days off per month 27 days holiday rising to 32 with service Local Government Pension Scheme Opportunity to join a large procurement team with excellent opportunities for growth and progression Opportunities for CIPS/MCIPS training with time off to study/exams
Procurement Manager - Central London - Hybrid (3 days) - Up to £60,000 The Situation We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to join a London based Train Operator during a exciting period in the rail industry. With the sector undergoing significant transformation through rail reform and nationalisation, this role will play a key part in supporting the organisation's commercial objectives while ensuring procurement activities remain compliant, efficient and value-driven. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join the Procurement team at a once-in-a-generation moment for the rail industry, as nationalisation creates significant change, investment, and transformation across the sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering strategic procurement and commercial activities while benefiting from a highly regarded team culture, exposure to major business-critical projects, and excellent long-term career development prospects. Key Responsibilities Production Leadership: Lead and manage multiple production support functions, ensuring delivery targets, productivity, quality standards, safety requirements, and budget expectations are consistently achieved. People Management: Provide leadership for a workforce of approximately employees, including managers, supervisors, engineers, team leaders, and shop-floor personnel. Build accountability, maintain performance standards, and effectively manage strong personalities across operational teams. Operational Planning & Delivery: Own short and medium-term production planning, ensuring resources, manpower, and operational priorities remain aligned to customer programmes and business objectives. Performance & Data Management: Maintain robust reporting structures, monitor operational KPIs, identify performance risks, and provide clear escalation and action plans to senior stakeholders when issues arise. Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving: Drive a culture of root-cause analysis and operational improvement, identifying issues, implementing corrective actions, and preventing recurrence through structured problem-solving methodologies. Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping: Ensure a safe working environment through strong leadership, visible management, adherence to procedures, incident investigation support, and effective enforcement of standards across production teams. Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with Production, Projects, Planning, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, and senior operational leadership to ensure the successful delivery of business objectives Salary & Benefits £55,000 - £60,000 Final Salary Pension Free Travel on all owned lines 75% discount nationwide on rail travel 25 days + 8 bank holidays annual leave Health shield Essential Experience Experience in a Purchasing Manager role - experience in purchasing & tendering Public Sector Procurement experience. Knowledge of GCA/CCS CIPS Qualified Strong stakeholder engagement About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Procurement Manager - Central London - Hybrid (3 days) - Up to £60,000 The Situation We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to join a London based Train Operator during a exciting period in the rail industry. With the sector undergoing significant transformation through rail reform and nationalisation, this role will play a key part in supporting the organisation's commercial objectives while ensuring procurement activities remain compliant, efficient and value-driven. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join the Procurement team at a once-in-a-generation moment for the rail industry, as nationalisation creates significant change, investment, and transformation across the sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering strategic procurement and commercial activities while benefiting from a highly regarded team culture, exposure to major business-critical projects, and excellent long-term career development prospects. Key Responsibilities Production Leadership: Lead and manage multiple production support functions, ensuring delivery targets, productivity, quality standards, safety requirements, and budget expectations are consistently achieved. People Management: Provide leadership for a workforce of approximately employees, including managers, supervisors, engineers, team leaders, and shop-floor personnel. Build accountability, maintain performance standards, and effectively manage strong personalities across operational teams. Operational Planning & Delivery: Own short and medium-term production planning, ensuring resources, manpower, and operational priorities remain aligned to customer programmes and business objectives. Performance & Data Management: Maintain robust reporting structures, monitor operational KPIs, identify performance risks, and provide clear escalation and action plans to senior stakeholders when issues arise. Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving: Drive a culture of root-cause analysis and operational improvement, identifying issues, implementing corrective actions, and preventing recurrence through structured problem-solving methodologies. Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping: Ensure a safe working environment through strong leadership, visible management, adherence to procedures, incident investigation support, and effective enforcement of standards across production teams. Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with Production, Projects, Planning, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, and senior operational leadership to ensure the successful delivery of business objectives Salary & Benefits £55,000 - £60,000 Final Salary Pension Free Travel on all owned lines 75% discount nationwide on rail travel 25 days + 8 bank holidays annual leave Health shield Essential Experience Experience in a Purchasing Manager role - experience in purchasing & tendering Public Sector Procurement experience. Knowledge of GCA/CCS CIPS Qualified Strong stakeholder engagement About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services. Ford & Stanley Recruitment Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance Performance coaching, training, and mental fitness. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
Lead Portfolio Manager - Digital Railway / ETCS Location: Kings Cross (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Contract: 12 months Rate: 527/day Umbrella IR35: Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Lead Portfolio Manager to support a major digital railway programme, helping deliver the national rollout of European Train Control System (ETCS) technology across passenger fleets. The role will focus on managing and coordinating onboard fitment projects, ensuring successful delivery across scope, cost, programme and governance requirements. You will work closely with train operators, rolling stock owners, government stakeholders and supply chain partners to support fleet readiness and digital railway deployment. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing complex rail projects or programmes Experience delivering ETCS, digital railway technology or rolling stock modification projects Strong stakeholder management skills across the rail industry Experience with project governance, assurance, procurement and delivery frameworks Understanding of rail safety standards, CDM and CSM requirements desirable This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a strategically important programme shaping the future of UK rail. To apply, please contact Marika Powell at ARM. We can only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Aug 07, 2026
Contractor
Lead Portfolio Manager - Digital Railway / ETCS Location: Kings Cross (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Contract: 12 months Rate: 527/day Umbrella IR35: Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Lead Portfolio Manager to support a major digital railway programme, helping deliver the national rollout of European Train Control System (ETCS) technology across passenger fleets. The role will focus on managing and coordinating onboard fitment projects, ensuring successful delivery across scope, cost, programme and governance requirements. You will work closely with train operators, rolling stock owners, government stakeholders and supply chain partners to support fleet readiness and digital railway deployment. Key Requirements: Proven experience managing complex rail projects or programmes Experience delivering ETCS, digital railway technology or rolling stock modification projects Strong stakeholder management skills across the rail industry Experience with project governance, assurance, procurement and delivery frameworks Understanding of rail safety standards, CDM and CSM requirements desirable This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a strategically important programme shaping the future of UK rail. To apply, please contact Marika Powell at ARM. We can only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
