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We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Thames Water – Maple Lodge STW team based in Rickmansworth. Location: Maple Lodge STW, Rickmansworth Hours: Full time - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a major water infrastructure upgrade project, supporting and deputising for the Commercial Manager. You'll lead day-to-day commercial management of key packages, ensuring robust cost control, supply chain management, and accurate reporting. As a senior member of the commercial team, you'll provide guidance to colleagues while contributing to the commercial success of this significant scheme from construction through to final account. What will you be responsible for? As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the commercial team, supporting them in delivering all commercial and contractual responsibilities on this major project. Your day to day will include: • Managing the commercial and financial aspects of allocated works packages, ensuring adherence to contract terms and internal governance, • Preparing and maintaining detailed cost forecasts, cashflow projections, and variance analyses with accurate and timely reporting, • Leading change management processes including valuation, justification, and agreement of variations, • Managing procurement and administration of subcontract packages from tender enquiry through to final account settlement, • Providing guidance and technical support to Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs, reviewing their outputs and supporting their development What are we looking for? This role of Senior Quantity Surveyor is great for you if you: • Have proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or strong Quantity Surveyor on major civil engineering, process or water infrastructure projects, • Possess a strong understanding of contract management and change control, • Can demonstrate experience managing subcontract packages through the full commercial lifecycle, • Are highly competent in CVRs, cost forecasting, financial reporting and commercial governance, • Have excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills with the ability to mentor junior commercial staff We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits _. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan _. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier #LI-CH1.

We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Thames Water Framework team based in Maple Lodge STW, Rickmansworth. Location: Maple Lodge STW, Rickmansworth – remote working available, with travel to the office/site required at least 3 days a week. Hours: Full time – some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. Join us as a Quantity Surveyor and become part of our collaborative Thames Water team working on the exciting £200m+ Maple Lodge STW upgrade. This is a wonderful opportunity to develop your skills on a major water infrastructure project whilst contributing to meaningful work that benefits local communities. You'll be supporting our commercial team in a role that values both your expertise and potential, with clear pathways for progression towards Senior QS level. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the commercial team, supporting them in delivering excellent commercial performance across this significant water infrastructure project. Your day to day will include: • Supporting cost control and financial reporting, including preparing cost reports, measuring works, and assisting with monthly valuations, • Managing subcontract activities from enquiry through to payment, maintaining accurate records and supporting tender analysis, • Assisting with change management by identifying, recording and valuing variations with supporting documentation, • Contributing to commercial reporting and maintaining clear, organised records in line with governance requirements, • Collaborating with engineering, operations and planning teams to ensure accurate information gathering and successful package delivery What are we looking for? This role of Quantity Surveyor is great for you if you: • Have experience as an Assistant QS or QS on civil engineering, utilities, construction or infrastructure projects, • Possess strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and good organisational abilities, • Have some experience of subcontract procurement, valuations and cost reporting, • Have a good understanding of construction contract principles and are proficient in MS Excel and commercial tools, • Possess strong communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively with diverse teams We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits _. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan _. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier #LI-CH1.

Job-ID: 37411Category: LegalLocation: Uxbridge, Middlesex, United KingdomSchedule: Full timeContract: RegularOpenings: 1Posted: 2026-08-17Remote: NoJOB PURPOSE:The Senior Legal Counsel, Franchise supports the company’s lead legal support on franchise matters worldwide. This full-time position reports to the Assistant General Counsel, Franchise. Subject to business needs week-to-week, the position is hybrid and the candidate should expect to attend the Uxbridge office.BUSINESS IMPACT:Support the company’s financial success by providing pragmatic, business focused and risk-based legal counsel and guidance on a wide-array of commercial matters involving the company’s global franchise systems.JOB CONTRIBUTIONS- WHAT WILL YOU DO:Key responsibilities include:Serve as a trusted partner to the Global Franchise Operations team by providing risk-based legal counsel and guidance on franchise matters.Structure, draft, review, and negotiate franchise agreements, license agreements, confidentiality and non-compete agreements, and other related documentation.Assist with the preparation of franchise disclosure documents globally in collaboration with multiple internal and external resources.Advise on issues arising under laws applicable to franchising.Partner with the Global Franchise Operations team to support global strategic initiatives relating to franchise.Mitigate legal and financial contractual risks, ensuring fair, favourable, and consistent terms across agreements.Counsel the business on contract interpretation.Partner with the Global Franchise Operations team and other centres of excellence to design and implement a risk-based franchise compliance program.Support business colleagues in resolving pre-litigation contract disputes.Support the development and improvement of contracting processes.Deliver business-oriented legal counsel in a timely, positive, collaborative and constructive manner.Assist with other matters as needed.Be a vocal advocate and champion for Hertz’s culture of adhering to strong ethical standards.EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONSJ.D., LLB or equivalent international degree with strong academic credentials. Required to be admitted as a solicitor and in good standing in England and Wales or admitted to the bar and in good standing in another jurisdiction and eligible for limited licensure of in-house counsel in England and Wales.4-6 years of commercial transactions experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. Direct experience with franchising or licensing models required.Strong drafting skills are essential.Willingness and ability to accommodate global needs including:travel internationally on a limited basis to meet with in-country colleagues and franchisees; andoccasional meetings to support various time zones. Proficiency in other languages will be beneficial but is not mandatory.The ideal candidate will exhibit the following characteristics:Excellent oral and written communication skills - must be able to effectively explain complex legal issues to non-lawyers.A self-starter - must possess discipline to independently follow up on matters and to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy.Strong interpersonal skills - must be able to cooperatively work with Hertz’s management, colleagues in the Legal Department, and outside counsel. Strong interpersonal skills.Must be well organized, detail oriented, and able to manage numerous projects and conflicting demands in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrate excellent and pragmatic business judgment and an ongoing curiosity about how their work fits into the bigger picture.Exceptional customer service skills.Ability to read, write, and fluently speak and understand the English language. WHAT WILL YOU GET: Hybrid office model BonusCompany Car or Car Allowance EquityPrivate health careAnnual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays (after your 5th anniversary, increases to 28 days, after your 10th anniversary, increases to 30 days)Pension: Matched up to 8%Eyecare vouchersFlexible Working OpportunitiesWork from anywhere OpportunitiesGift Vouchers for expectant parentsDeath in Service PaymentReferral schemeLong Service AwardDiscounts: IHG Staff Discount, Discounted Gym Memberships, KIA Affinity Hertz Staff Discount, Perks at Work40% off any standard Hertz Rental in a Corporate countryEmployee Assistance Programme for employees and familyAbout the companyThe Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

Position: Senior Planner – MEICA Location: Reading, Berkshire / Site Based Work Pattern: Contract – Hybrid We're recruiting for a Senior Planner to join a major project delivery team, working within the Project Controls function with a strong focus on MEICA across design, procurement and installation. • Produce, manage and update design & construction programmes, • Develop integrated programmes covering design, procurement, construction and commissioning, • Coordinate with design and construction teams across multiple projects and work packages, • Track design deliverables, procurement schedules and supply chain performance, • Manage change events and work with the commercial team, • Produce programme reporting and Earned Value Management (EVM), • Support QSRA and project risk management, • Manage project interfaces and key delivery milestones, • Mentor and coach Planners and Assistant Planners, • Extensive experience in project planning / programme controls, • Strong MEICA experience across design, procurement and installation, • Proficient in Primavera P6, • Experience with NEC contracts and change management, • Experience working on multi-discipline major projects, • Strong understanding of construction sequencing, • Experience with EVM, cost and risk analysis, • EPC / ECI experience preferred, • SC Clearance required #J-18808-Ljbffr

Peabody is looking for a Head of Complex Repairs to lead the delivery of specialist, high-risk and technically complex repairs across its homes. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Repairs Delivery, you will lead a large regional surveying and coordination function, creating a consistent approach to complex repairs while improving technical assurance, case management and resident outcomes. This is a significant period of change for the service, with teams being brought under a single leadership structure and a new end-to-end CRM process being introduced. • Lead Peabody’s Complex Repairs service, setting clear standards and expectations across all regions., • Manage an approximately £25m budget, driving stronger commercial control and value for money., • Lead and performance manage Property Service Managers and surveying teams., • Strengthen the end-to-end management of complex cases, reducing delays, repeat visits and escalation into disrepair., • Improve technical standards, surveying quality and scrutiny of specifications and contractor variations., • Use data and performance information to identify issues, improve productivity and drive continuous improvement., • Manage risk relating to disrepair, damp and mould, structural defects, building safety and compliance., • Build effective relationships across Housing, Building Safety, Commercial, Procurement and Resident Experience. You will be an experienced repairs or property services leader with strong technical knowledge of complex repairs and building pathology. You will combine commercial awareness with a data-led, process-driven approach and be confident leading dispersed teams through change. A surveying qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. More important is significant repairs and maintenance experience, strong leadership capability and the credibility to challenge technical and commercial decisions. For more information please reach out to Harry Ogilvie at Neemar Search at #J-18808-Ljbffr

Quantity Surveyor, QS, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor, Pre-Construction, Procurement, Procurement Lead, Subcontractor Procurement, Main Contractor, Commercial Management, Supply Chain, Slough, Oxford, Reading, London , Gerrards Cross, Windsor, Runnymede, Iver,Ascot,Hounslo

You are an experienced retail leader, ideally already operating as a Store Manager or a strong Assistant Manager ready for the next step. If you're ready to take the next step in your retail career as a Store Manager and lead a store that blends style, service, and commercial success, we'd love to h

Quantity Surveyor - Pre-Construction & Procurement Gerrards Cross £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Pension + Private Healthcare + Holidays + Career Progression Excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to move into a specialist commercial and procurement role with a rapidly expanding main contractor delivering major construction projects across the UK and Europe. This is best suited to a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor looking to move away from traditional final accounts and project close-out responsibilities into a specialist role offering long-term progression and development. Join a growing business offering excellent career progression, exposure to major projects and the opportunity to take ownership of subcontractor procurement and commercial negotiations. You'll work closely with pre-construction and site teams, playing a key role in securing packages ahead of project delivery. Your Role as Procurement Manager Will Include: • Managing subcontractor procurement packages from tender through to appointment., • Negotiating commercial agreements with subcontractors and suppliers., • Working closely with pre-construction and project delivery teams., • Managing supply chain relationships and ensuring packages are secured ahead of project commencement., • Supporting commercial decision-making across multiple projects. As a Procurement Manager, You Will Have: • A background in Quantity Surveying within construction., • Experience working with subcontractors and commercial negotiations., • Strong commercial awareness and decision-making skills., • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills., • An interest in developing a career within procurement. Keywords: Quantity Surveyor, QS, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Quantity Surveyor, Pre-Construction, Procurement, Procurement Lead, Subcontractor Procurement, Main Contractor, Commercial Management, Supply Chain, Slough, Oxford, Reading, London , Gerrards Cross, Windsor, Runnymede, Iver,Ascot,Hounslow #J-18808-Ljbffr

We're looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Thames Water – Maple Lodge STW team based in Rickmansworth. Maple Lodge STW, Rickmansworth Full time - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the commercial team, supporting them in delivering all commercial and contractual responsibilities on this major project. Your day to day will include: • Managing the commercial and financial aspects of allocated works packages, ensuring adherence to contract terms and internal governance, • Preparing and maintaining detailed cost forecasts, cashflow projections, and variance analyses with accurate and timely reporting, • Leading change management processes including valuation, justification, and agreement of variations, • Managing procurement and administration of subcontract packages from tender enquiry through to final account settlement, • Providing guidance and technical support to Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs, reviewing their outputs and supporting their development, • H, • ave, • proven experience as a, • Senior Quantity Surveyor, • or strong, • Quantity Surveyor, • on major civil, • engineering , process or water, • infrastructure, • projects, • Possess a strong understanding of contract management and change control, • Can demonstrate experience managing subcontract packages through the full commercial lifecycle, • Are highly competent in CVRs, cost forecasting, financial reporting andcommercial governance, • Have excellent analytical, negotiation and communication skills with the ability to mentor junior commercial staff, • We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our successful Term Maintenance Business Unit. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the commercial management of our long-term highways maintenance contracts, supporting the delivery of planned maintenance, reactive works and emergency response projects across London and the South East. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor , you will lead the commercial activities across a portfolio of contracts, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably. You will oversee change control, manage contractual obligations, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and support the continued growth and success of the division. This is a permanent, full-time position based in London. • Leading the commercial management of term maintenance contracts from inception through to final account, • Managing risk, value engineering and cost control activities to maximise contract performance and profitability, • Developing and implementing procurement strategies, including the selection and management of subcontractors, • Preparing, reviewing and negotiating subcontract agreements and contract variations, • Monitoring project costs, forecasting, valuations, cash flow and commercial performance against budgets, • Managing the change control process and ensuring all contractual entitlements are captured and recovered, • Building strong working relationships with clients, operational teams and supply chain partners, • Leading, mentoring and developing Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors within the team, • Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, company procedures and relevant legislation, • A degree in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification, • Significant commercial experience within highways, infrastructure or term maintenance environments, • A strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (experience with JCT and ICE contracts would also be advantageous), • Experience managing subcontractors, change control and commercial reporting, • Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills, • A valid CSCS card, • Competitive salary, • Car allowance, • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private healthcare, • Contributory pension scheme, • Life assurance, • Ongoing training and professional development, • Employee wellbeing support, including 24-hour advice lines and access to our in-house Mental Health First Aiders A brief introduction to FM Conway and our Term Maintenance Division FM Conway is a business of families with over 60 years of experience delivering sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. Guided by our core values of Care, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence, we have built a reputation for quality, collaboration and exceptional customer service. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are always looking for talented individuals to join our family. Our Term Maintenance Division delivers vital highways and public realm services for local authorities across London and the South East. From maintaining roads and footways to enhancing public spaces, our work improves everyday journeys for millions of people. We are proud to partner with boroughs including Camden, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham, Croydon, Kingston, Merton, the City of London and many more, delivering high-quality infrastructure that makes communities safer, greener and more connected. If you're looking for your next commercial challenge and want to be part of a business where your contribution makes a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Capital Delivery team and support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects and programmes. Working alongside a Senior Project Manager and a range of technical, commercial, and operational specialists, you’ll hel

What you’ll be doing as an Assistant Project Manager. Working alongside a Senior Project Manager and a range of technical, commercial, and operational specialists, you’ll help deliver projects safely and sustainably, keeping them on track against agreed time, cost, and quality requirements. Supp