Project Manager This position is a result of significant increase and project wins in the client's mechanical team. Mainly to service a major long standing client's M&E project works. The Project Manager will assist the Mechanical Department management team in mentoring and upskilling the wider team, retaining and improving existing customer relations. The role involves commercial responsibility as well as operational delivery, client relationship and high-quality project execution with a key focus to quality of install. The role will require close collaboration with numerous stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including but not limited to the following: designers both internal and external, architects, GML estimating department, key account leads, project commercial teams both in house and client side, sub-contractors, manufacturers and specialist suppliers, client agents, commissioning teams and high-profile customers. The candidate will be a key contributor from conception, through the design stages, managing the delivery and ensuring that each project is suitably resourced and closed out in a professional manner, to the highest of standards. Key Responsibilities: A keen eye for detail and a continuous drive to deliver quality work. Lead by example, promote the highest of standards with regards to HSEQ best practice, ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, ISO accreditations and legislative requirements in all instances. Confident and effective communication, ability to chair meetings, driving outcomes, ensuring the production of accurate records of discussions, actions and deadlines. Exposure to tenders, liaison with designers, estimating and commercial teams. As noted above, we have separate teams within the business to handle tendering & commercial enquiries, however as a client representative, you will be the owner of tenders to ensure they are delivered on time and to the standard expected. Ability to fully understand the client requirement, technical specifications, drawings and project requirement holistically. Good understanding of design and project risks. Identify, manage and escalate risks where necessary. Mitigate risks with sound deployment of sub-contracts and allocation of CDP s (Contractors Design Portion). Be able to contribute and manage against the sequence of works for the project programme. Ability to drive the project programme, ensuring key milestones are maintained. Ability to foresee potential points of failure and react accordingly. Prepare and present regular progress reports including programme drop lines to project stakeholders. Understanding the importance of the development and submission of RFI s, TQ s, RFI s & Tech Sub s and driving close out of items raised. Ability to make sound business decisions under pressure. A logical and lateral thinker with the ability to problem solve. Effective communicator, driven, focused, tenacious and conscientious. Excellent time management, ability to delegate, prioritise key tasks and workload when working to strict deadlines. Good understanding of project governance and the requirement for procedural conformity. Commercially astute, sound awareness of the contract terms ensuring adherence, ability to highlight risks, manage variations, delays and EOT requirements, liaising with internal QS s to ensure that the business is commercially protected. Build and maintain good relationships with the customer, framework suppliers and design consultants. Possess the ability to be assertive where required. Able to read the situation and make sound decisions, managing multiple entities both up and downstream, being the conduit to success. Highly adept at the co-ordination of work packages, understanding the interaction of trades and the ability to foresee potential issues. Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations, Principal Designer & Principal Contractor responsibilities under appointment. Willingness to learn and adapt to new ways of working. Highlight key commercial risk and mitigation measures. Upskilling of wider department team. Carry out PDR s for direct reports. Drive the company s vision, values and work ethic, contributing to the growth of the business. o Safety o Quality o Integrity o People
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Project Manager This position is a result of significant increase and project wins in the client's mechanical team. Mainly to service a major long standing client's M&E project works. The Project Manager will assist the Mechanical Department management team in mentoring and upskilling the wider team, retaining and improving existing customer relations. The role involves commercial responsibility as well as operational delivery, client relationship and high-quality project execution with a key focus to quality of install. The role will require close collaboration with numerous stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, including but not limited to the following: designers both internal and external, architects, GML estimating department, key account leads, project commercial teams both in house and client side, sub-contractors, manufacturers and specialist suppliers, client agents, commissioning teams and high-profile customers. The candidate will be a key contributor from conception, through the design stages, managing the delivery and ensuring that each project is suitably resourced and closed out in a professional manner, to the highest of standards. Key Responsibilities: A keen eye for detail and a continuous drive to deliver quality work. Lead by example, promote the highest of standards with regards to HSEQ best practice, ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, ISO accreditations and legislative requirements in all instances. Confident and effective communication, ability to chair meetings, driving outcomes, ensuring the production of accurate records of discussions, actions and deadlines. Exposure to tenders, liaison with designers, estimating and commercial teams. As noted above, we have separate teams within the business to handle tendering & commercial enquiries, however as a client representative, you will be the owner of tenders to ensure they are delivered on time and to the standard expected. Ability to fully understand the client requirement, technical specifications, drawings and project requirement holistically. Good understanding of design and project risks. Identify, manage and escalate risks where necessary. Mitigate risks with sound deployment of sub-contracts and allocation of CDP s (Contractors Design Portion). Be able to contribute and manage against the sequence of works for the project programme. Ability to drive the project programme, ensuring key milestones are maintained. Ability to foresee potential points of failure and react accordingly. Prepare and present regular progress reports including programme drop lines to project stakeholders. Understanding the importance of the development and submission of RFI s, TQ s, RFI s & Tech Sub s and driving close out of items raised. Ability to make sound business decisions under pressure. A logical and lateral thinker with the ability to problem solve. Effective communicator, driven, focused, tenacious and conscientious. Excellent time management, ability to delegate, prioritise key tasks and workload when working to strict deadlines. Good understanding of project governance and the requirement for procedural conformity. Commercially astute, sound awareness of the contract terms ensuring adherence, ability to highlight risks, manage variations, delays and EOT requirements, liaising with internal QS s to ensure that the business is commercially protected. Build and maintain good relationships with the customer, framework suppliers and design consultants. Possess the ability to be assertive where required. Able to read the situation and make sound decisions, managing multiple entities both up and downstream, being the conduit to success. Highly adept at the co-ordination of work packages, understanding the interaction of trades and the ability to foresee potential issues. Sound knowledge of CDM Regulations, Principal Designer & Principal Contractor responsibilities under appointment. Willingness to learn and adapt to new ways of working. Highlight key commercial risk and mitigation measures. Upskilling of wider department team. Carry out PDR s for direct reports. Drive the company s vision, values and work ethic, contributing to the growth of the business. o Safety o Quality o Integrity o People
Murphy is recruiting for a Technical Lead to work with Energy on Yorkshire Green Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. Act as the technical expert for a particular area of specialism and assist the wider business unit/project in that area. Lead Engineering and Design Management teams. Act as the technical expert for a particular area of specialism and assist the wider business unit/project in that area. Lead Engineering and Design Management teams. The role is to lead for the day to day leading of all engineering matters, including methods engineering and design review, associated with substation design delivery. A day in the life of a Murphy Technical Lead (Substation) Act as the technical authority for EHV substation design delivery and support the Energy BU, and wider business, in the delivery of associated works, as required including the principal design disciplines; Primary, Secondary (P&C), Civil, HV Cable and Overhead Lines (OHL). Lead the development and implementation of design engineering strategies for projects within their regional framework. Lead the identification of technical risks and ensure implementation of mitigations measures on all projects. Form collaborative relationships with customer Technical Assurance, Asset Policy and Project Management functions to assist in developing and streamlining framework/project delivery processes and procedures. Provide technical oversight and internal assurance for EHV substation design. Challenge and guide supply chain partners, including design consultants and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) Drive Value Engineering and Innovation that brings value in time, cost, safety, or carbon including driving design standardisation Ensure Principal Designer duties are fulfilled on projects in accordance with CDM 2015 Regulations including the appointment of PD Representatives Enable the commercial/procurement teams in accurate scope definition and in contractual matters with both suppliers and the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Time served in a management role in the engineering function of a major UK contractor engaged in civil engineering projects. Significant experience in a management role in the engineering function of a major UK contractor engaged in one or more of the following; rail, highways, water, power distribution, natural resources, other heavy civil engineering or building construction Knowledge of project management process gained through successful experience of contract management. A collaborative team player, that empowers others and attracts followers. Knowledge of project management process gained through successful experience of contract management
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Murphy is recruiting for a Technical Lead to work with Energy on Yorkshire Green Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. Act as the technical expert for a particular area of specialism and assist the wider business unit/project in that area. Lead Engineering and Design Management teams. Act as the technical expert for a particular area of specialism and assist the wider business unit/project in that area. Lead Engineering and Design Management teams. The role is to lead for the day to day leading of all engineering matters, including methods engineering and design review, associated with substation design delivery. A day in the life of a Murphy Technical Lead (Substation) Act as the technical authority for EHV substation design delivery and support the Energy BU, and wider business, in the delivery of associated works, as required including the principal design disciplines; Primary, Secondary (P&C), Civil, HV Cable and Overhead Lines (OHL). Lead the development and implementation of design engineering strategies for projects within their regional framework. Lead the identification of technical risks and ensure implementation of mitigations measures on all projects. Form collaborative relationships with customer Technical Assurance, Asset Policy and Project Management functions to assist in developing and streamlining framework/project delivery processes and procedures. Provide technical oversight and internal assurance for EHV substation design. Challenge and guide supply chain partners, including design consultants and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) Drive Value Engineering and Innovation that brings value in time, cost, safety, or carbon including driving design standardisation Ensure Principal Designer duties are fulfilled on projects in accordance with CDM 2015 Regulations including the appointment of PD Representatives Enable the commercial/procurement teams in accurate scope definition and in contractual matters with both suppliers and the client. Still interested, does this sound like you? Time served in a management role in the engineering function of a major UK contractor engaged in civil engineering projects. Significant experience in a management role in the engineering function of a major UK contractor engaged in one or more of the following; rail, highways, water, power distribution, natural resources, other heavy civil engineering or building construction Knowledge of project management process gained through successful experience of contract management. A collaborative team player, that empowers others and attracts followers. Knowledge of project management process gained through successful experience of contract management
MB874: Design Engineer Location: Swindon Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave - plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Design Engineer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: To manage design consultant activities and deliverables to ensure they are completed in line with the agreed programme and Client requirements. This may include more than one consultant. To be the technical lead for the permanent works design on the project unless an Design Manager is present. Ensure both input and output deliverables for the design are tracked and reported to the Project/Engineering Manager as required. Manage the Technical Queries process. Assigning actions and follow up on responses. Manage and communicate all design queries, comments and information required from Design workshops and meetings and keep records. Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team. Support the Design manager to ensure all design deliverables are timeously provided as per the of design programmes. Review Designers Monthly reports and produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design specific elements. Manage and update the design deliverable schedule. Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not, including reviewing of all drawing in line with the Clients Scope/requirements. Attend interface meeting with external parties, keeping record of meeting and assign/follow up on actions related to the Design. Arrange internal design interface meetings with construction department Ensure compliance with design management processes required by the contract. Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors. Manage provision of drawings to project team - document control. Manage the BIM requirements for permanent and temporary works together with the BIM/CAD Technician. Assist the design lead for temporary works design packages for the project and ensure the Temporary Works Process is implement and followed at all times. Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company. Liaise with Designer or representative as required under the contract. Work with Technical Services Department to ensure that Themis holds best practice in relation to design management. Promote the business to all clients, designers and other external organisations. Maintain contacts with Consultants, Clients, and other bodies as appropriate to represent the business demonstrating the ability to provide best value. Assist with the recruitment of engineers, technician, at all levels, for their sector, including interviewing and identifying potential recruits from competitor companies. Assist with the training and development of engineers' in the sector at all levels including the attainment of professional qualifications. Build the profile of the business in schools, universities, consultants and other external organisations. Skills and Qualifications: Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others. Will have both substantial construction and design experience. Understands the Principal Designer Duties. Exceptions know how in implementing and promote Digital Engineering practises in Design as well as construction. MB874: Design Engineer Location: Swindon Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave - plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
MB874: Design Engineer Location: Swindon Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave - plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Design Engineer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: To manage design consultant activities and deliverables to ensure they are completed in line with the agreed programme and Client requirements. This may include more than one consultant. To be the technical lead for the permanent works design on the project unless an Design Manager is present. Ensure both input and output deliverables for the design are tracked and reported to the Project/Engineering Manager as required. Manage the Technical Queries process. Assigning actions and follow up on responses. Manage and communicate all design queries, comments and information required from Design workshops and meetings and keep records. Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team. Support the Design manager to ensure all design deliverables are timeously provided as per the of design programmes. Review Designers Monthly reports and produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design specific elements. Manage and update the design deliverable schedule. Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not, including reviewing of all drawing in line with the Clients Scope/requirements. Attend interface meeting with external parties, keeping record of meeting and assign/follow up on actions related to the Design. Arrange internal design interface meetings with construction department Ensure compliance with design management processes required by the contract. Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors. Manage provision of drawings to project team - document control. Manage the BIM requirements for permanent and temporary works together with the BIM/CAD Technician. Assist the design lead for temporary works design packages for the project and ensure the Temporary Works Process is implement and followed at all times. Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company. Liaise with Designer or representative as required under the contract. Work with Technical Services Department to ensure that Themis holds best practice in relation to design management. Promote the business to all clients, designers and other external organisations. Maintain contacts with Consultants, Clients, and other bodies as appropriate to represent the business demonstrating the ability to provide best value. Assist with the recruitment of engineers, technician, at all levels, for their sector, including interviewing and identifying potential recruits from competitor companies. Assist with the training and development of engineers' in the sector at all levels including the attainment of professional qualifications. Build the profile of the business in schools, universities, consultants and other external organisations. Skills and Qualifications: Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others. Will have both substantial construction and design experience. Understands the Principal Designer Duties. Exceptions know how in implementing and promote Digital Engineering practises in Design as well as construction. MB874: Design Engineer Location: Swindon Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave - plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP
Job Title: Parsonage Inspector Type: Permanent Location: Cardiff (hybrid working) Salary: £54,812 - £62,014 + £3,600 yearly car allowance + mileage Hours: 34.75 hours per week BRC are working closely with a charity in Wales. The Diocesan Parsonage Inspectors play a central role in ensuring the effective care, maintenance, and improvement of parsonages, Bishop's housing, and provincially held property, operating within the Parsonage Board Scheme and the wider provisions of the Constitution. Duties: Identify, specify, plan, cost, tender, and coordinate planned maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for the parsonage and other provincially held property portfolio. Create and monitor budgets for related properties and projects, promptly reporting any need for variation Board and Finance colleagues. To support line management by the Secretary, provide supervision and monitor workloads of the Board Administrator, Assistant Board Administrator, and Property Custodian. Provide line management and monitor workloads of the Assistant Parsonage Inspector, including 121 meetings and performance reviews, in accordance with policies and procedures of the Representative Body. Identifying properties where maintenance costs are likely to be substantial and where replacement may be appropriate. Allocate maintenance and service tasks to approved contractors and consultants. Establish and monitor contracts for routine recurring services. Inspect and provide a report for parsonages at least every five years and or on occurrence of a vacancy or at the request of the Parsonage Board or Representative Body. Inspect and provide a report for other properties, as requested by the Head of Building Surveying. Inspect new properties purchased, or properties requested to be brought within the Parsonage Board Scheme and to recommend (or otherwise) the acceptance of potential parsonages into the scheme. Liaise with external consultants to ensure the purchase of appropriate new property and the sale of surplus property. Provide surveys, reports, and advice on property maintenance, repairs, and condition, to ensure properties are safe and meet required standards. Liaise with planning and other statutory authorities including the preparation of consent applications and related negotiations. Liaise with suitable external agents, consultants, and contractors, and act as Client under CDM Regulations where additional support is required to obtain consents or plan and complete larger projects. Ensure best value work is undertaken, as defined within the Procurement Policy. Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, including clergy, colleagues, and local volunteers, taking account of their needs and the practical and pastoral impact of property-related decisions. Monitor and supervise delivery of works to agreed standards and timescales, ensuring safe and compliant working practices at all times. Support contractors to ensure suitable documentation and processes are in place to cover Health and Safety and CDM requirements. Manage assigned properties and tasks to ensure they are safe and compliant with relevant legislation and policies. Where appropriate and necessary, act as Principal Designer and or Principal Contractor for project works. Monitor changes in legislation and best practice to support the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Property Services in developing relevant policies and procedures. Advise the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Climate Change of opportunities to work towards Net Zero Carbon goals. Resolve boundary disputes with the help of appropriate external consultants. Monitor and assess performance of external consultants and contractors. Regularly update shared records to enable collaborative case work management. Provide feedback for working systems and processes to ensure they are efficient and best meet needs. Identify, recommend, and support new ways of working to improve cost effectiveness, reliability, efficiency, and quality of service provided. Support the work of the Parsonage Board and RB Property Committee and provide reports as required. Attend meetings of the Parsonage Board and other such meetings as may be necessary. Complete annual training and additional CPD hours in line with current RICS requirements for Building Surveyors. Maintain, or work towards, construction related chartered qualification. Liaise with Parish representatives to explain maintenance and security issues. Deputise for the Head of Building Surveying in their absence. Certify invoices for payment. Submit insurance claims. Bring to the attention of the Parsonage Board and RB vacancies of properties of greater than 60 days. Ensure vacant properties are compliant with insurance requirements. Provide access to vacant properties for viewings or repairs as necessary. Where available and if appropriate, secure the maximum amounts of grant funding for house repair and improvement from government bodies, local authorities and charities. Other duties as reasonably required. Requirements: A chartered construction professional, or similarly qualified person, with strong experience of managing building works and a varied property portfolio. Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations and other relevant statutory requirements. Excellent interpersonal skills with the diplomacy necessary to deal with sensitive matters in a complex stakeholder environment. Experience of property management and associated legal frameworks. Up to date knowledge of property management legislation and best practice. Experience of managing contractors, consultants and agents. Well organised but with the flexibility necessary to manage planned projects and emergency situations. Sound knowledge and experience of building surveying, property management, insurance, and related matters. Sound knowledge and experience of managing property and construction related budgets. An understanding of the importance of proportional risk management. Excellent communicator both written and oral. Reliable record keeping. Good computer skills and the ability to learn new software. Driving licence. For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Parsonage Inspector Type: Permanent Location: Cardiff (hybrid working) Salary: £54,812 - £62,014 + £3,600 yearly car allowance + mileage Hours: 34.75 hours per week BRC are working closely with a charity in Wales. The Diocesan Parsonage Inspectors play a central role in ensuring the effective care, maintenance, and improvement of parsonages, Bishop's housing, and provincially held property, operating within the Parsonage Board Scheme and the wider provisions of the Constitution. Duties: Identify, specify, plan, cost, tender, and coordinate planned maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for the parsonage and other provincially held property portfolio. Create and monitor budgets for related properties and projects, promptly reporting any need for variation Board and Finance colleagues. To support line management by the Secretary, provide supervision and monitor workloads of the Board Administrator, Assistant Board Administrator, and Property Custodian. Provide line management and monitor workloads of the Assistant Parsonage Inspector, including 121 meetings and performance reviews, in accordance with policies and procedures of the Representative Body. Identifying properties where maintenance costs are likely to be substantial and where replacement may be appropriate. Allocate maintenance and service tasks to approved contractors and consultants. Establish and monitor contracts for routine recurring services. Inspect and provide a report for parsonages at least every five years and or on occurrence of a vacancy or at the request of the Parsonage Board or Representative Body. Inspect and provide a report for other properties, as requested by the Head of Building Surveying. Inspect new properties purchased, or properties requested to be brought within the Parsonage Board Scheme and to recommend (or otherwise) the acceptance of potential parsonages into the scheme. Liaise with external consultants to ensure the purchase of appropriate new property and the sale of surplus property. Provide surveys, reports, and advice on property maintenance, repairs, and condition, to ensure properties are safe and meet required standards. Liaise with planning and other statutory authorities including the preparation of consent applications and related negotiations. Liaise with suitable external agents, consultants, and contractors, and act as Client under CDM Regulations where additional support is required to obtain consents or plan and complete larger projects. Ensure best value work is undertaken, as defined within the Procurement Policy. Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, including clergy, colleagues, and local volunteers, taking account of their needs and the practical and pastoral impact of property-related decisions. Monitor and supervise delivery of works to agreed standards and timescales, ensuring safe and compliant working practices at all times. Support contractors to ensure suitable documentation and processes are in place to cover Health and Safety and CDM requirements. Manage assigned properties and tasks to ensure they are safe and compliant with relevant legislation and policies. Where appropriate and necessary, act as Principal Designer and or Principal Contractor for project works. Monitor changes in legislation and best practice to support the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Property Services in developing relevant policies and procedures. Advise the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Climate Change of opportunities to work towards Net Zero Carbon goals. Resolve boundary disputes with the help of appropriate external consultants. Monitor and assess performance of external consultants and contractors. Regularly update shared records to enable collaborative case work management. Provide feedback for working systems and processes to ensure they are efficient and best meet needs. Identify, recommend, and support new ways of working to improve cost effectiveness, reliability, efficiency, and quality of service provided. Support the work of the Parsonage Board and RB Property Committee and provide reports as required. Attend meetings of the Parsonage Board and other such meetings as may be necessary. Complete annual training and additional CPD hours in line with current RICS requirements for Building Surveyors. Maintain, or work towards, construction related chartered qualification. Liaise with Parish representatives to explain maintenance and security issues. Deputise for the Head of Building Surveying in their absence. Certify invoices for payment. Submit insurance claims. Bring to the attention of the Parsonage Board and RB vacancies of properties of greater than 60 days. Ensure vacant properties are compliant with insurance requirements. Provide access to vacant properties for viewings or repairs as necessary. Where available and if appropriate, secure the maximum amounts of grant funding for house repair and improvement from government bodies, local authorities and charities. Other duties as reasonably required. Requirements: A chartered construction professional, or similarly qualified person, with strong experience of managing building works and a varied property portfolio. Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations and other relevant statutory requirements. Excellent interpersonal skills with the diplomacy necessary to deal with sensitive matters in a complex stakeholder environment. Experience of property management and associated legal frameworks. Up to date knowledge of property management legislation and best practice. Experience of managing contractors, consultants and agents. Well organised but with the flexibility necessary to manage planned projects and emergency situations. Sound knowledge and experience of building surveying, property management, insurance, and related matters. Sound knowledge and experience of managing property and construction related budgets. An understanding of the importance of proportional risk management. Excellent communicator both written and oral. Reliable record keeping. Good computer skills and the ability to learn new software. Driving licence. For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Our client, a market-leading roofing and cladding contractor, is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join their team on a high-profile project, where they are acting as the Principal Contractor. This is a secure and technically challenging environment requiring expert planning skills and proven experience in nuclear or defence projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a major national infrastructure scheme while working with a contractor renowned for delivering specialist building envelope packages. Key Responsibilities: Programme Development: Create and maintain detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6, aligned with project deliverables and milestones NEC Programme Management: Ensure all programmes comply with NEC contract obligations, including time-risk allowances, critical path analysis, and change control Progress Tracking: Monitor site activity against plan, produce short-term lookaheads, and manage reporting of delays or deviations Collaborative Planning: Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, designers, and project managers to coordinate sequencing and scheduling Scenario Analysis: Conduct "what-if" simulations to assess potential risks and develop recovery strategies Risk Management: Identify planning risks and opportunities, integrating them into the programme management process Client Liaison: Provide clear, structured programme updates and reports to client-side representatives and regulators Security & Compliance: Operate within stringent nuclear site protocols and security clearance requirements, ensuring planning meets safety and regulatory standards Candidate Requirements: Experience: Demonstrable experience in a Construction Planning role on nuclear or defence sector projects (essential) Experience in roofing, cladding, or specialist construction packages is a bonus Software & Contracts Knowledge: Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 Strong understanding of NEC contract mechanisms, especially in relation to programme management Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, or a related field Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to work under pressure Clear communicator with confidence in stakeholder engagement Self-motivated and capable of managing responsibilities in a high-security environment What's on Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits Opportunity to contribute to a critical national infrastructure project Long-term potential with a contractor delivering high-value specialist projects Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, precision, and compliance Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of this project, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and capable of obtaining necessary security clearance. Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed) Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Our client, a market-leading roofing and cladding contractor, is seeking an experienced Construction Planner to join their team on a high-profile project, where they are acting as the Principal Contractor. This is a secure and technically challenging environment requiring expert planning skills and proven experience in nuclear or defence projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a major national infrastructure scheme while working with a contractor renowned for delivering specialist building envelope packages. Key Responsibilities: Programme Development: Create and maintain detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6, aligned with project deliverables and milestones NEC Programme Management: Ensure all programmes comply with NEC contract obligations, including time-risk allowances, critical path analysis, and change control Progress Tracking: Monitor site activity against plan, produce short-term lookaheads, and manage reporting of delays or deviations Collaborative Planning: Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, designers, and project managers to coordinate sequencing and scheduling Scenario Analysis: Conduct "what-if" simulations to assess potential risks and develop recovery strategies Risk Management: Identify planning risks and opportunities, integrating them into the programme management process Client Liaison: Provide clear, structured programme updates and reports to client-side representatives and regulators Security & Compliance: Operate within stringent nuclear site protocols and security clearance requirements, ensuring planning meets safety and regulatory standards Candidate Requirements: Experience: Demonstrable experience in a Construction Planning role on nuclear or defence sector projects (essential) Experience in roofing, cladding, or specialist construction packages is a bonus Software & Contracts Knowledge: Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 Strong understanding of NEC contract mechanisms, especially in relation to programme management Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in construction, engineering, or a related field Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to work under pressure Clear communicator with confidence in stakeholder engagement Self-motivated and capable of managing responsibilities in a high-security environment What's on Offer: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits Opportunity to contribute to a critical national infrastructure project Long-term potential with a contractor delivering high-value specialist projects Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety, precision, and compliance Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of this project, candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and capable of obtaining necessary security clearance. Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed) Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM