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Department: Student Wellbeing Location: Manchester (On-site) Type of Contract: Permanent - Part Time – 30hrs per week Shift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays) About GBS: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more. GBS' Vision: Changing lives through education. What The Team Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically. The role: Your work within Student Wellbeing will focus on working in partnership with students to identify barriers to learning, and provide ongoing support according to their needs. The work you do will help students manage social and emotional issues, enable our staff to provide the best support to learners with wellbeing needs, and help the enable the students you work with to get the best out of their study with GBS! The purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. What the role involves: • Managing student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services., • Providing pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom., • Maximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies., • To provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis., • To maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements., • Bachelor’s degree in the relevant area, preferably health related, • Prior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education., • Have knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs, • Experience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome., • Experience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations., • 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays, • 1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days, • Workplace pension scheme, • Tuition reimbursement for career development courses, • Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more, • Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more, • Reward and recognition programme, • £500 award employee referral scheme GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.

Role: Package Manager (BESS) – Contract Location: Manchester (office-based) Contract: 12 Month Contract Start: ASAP Mint Selection are working with a UK-based energy infrastructure business delivering large-scale Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects. They are seeking an experienced Package Manager on a contract basis to support the delivery of key electrical infrastructure packages across two live projects. This role will act as the primary commercial and technical coordination point for a defined electrical package. The successful candidate will manage the package from procurement through to delivery, working closely with Engineering, Commercial and Project Management teams. Scope of Work • Define package scope in collaboration with Technical and Commercial Leads, ensuring clarity around specifications, performance requirements, budget and risk allocation., • Develop and manage procurement strategy including supplier identification, preparation of tender documentation and technical bid evaluation., • Coordinate RFQs/RFPs, manage clarifications and support commercial negotiations through to contract finalisation., • Oversee full delivery of the package including programme, resourcing, cost control, change management and interface coordination., • Manage EWNs, TQs, RFIs and recurring package meetings, ensuring risks are tracked and escalated appropriately., • Act as the central interface between engineering, procurement, commercial teams and third-party suppliers. Experience to be Considered • Proven experience as a Package Manager or similar within renewable energy, power generation or infrastructure., • Demonstrable experience managing defined engineering or electrical packages from procurement through to delivery., • Experience delivering electrical infrastructure such as substations, switchgear, or wider balance-of-plant scopes., • Strong commercial awareness, including exposure to tender management, contract negotiation and change control processes., • Electrical or multi-discipline engineering background preferred., • Knowledge of BESS or similar energy infrastructure projects advantageous. This is a contract opportunity with an immediate start (flexible for the right candidate). Day rate negotiable depending on experience. Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. If you are interested, please apply within or contact Sam Nice directly for further information.

Are you a proven Project Manager with extensive experience in managing multidisciplinary design projects within the water industry, and able to demonstrate delivery within performance guidelines? Do you possess expert knowledge of UK water industry standards, NEC contract management, and leading small teams under complex project programmes? If you are looking for a challenging role that offers the opportunity to lead innovative water design projects and work with a forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence, read on or apply now to take the next step in your career. The Opportunity Our client is a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering high-quality water infrastructure solutions. They foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, setting themselves apart with a strong focus on sustainable development and career growth. Joining this company means becoming part of a team that values expertise, initiative, and integrity—offering a rewarding environment where your skills will directly contribute to impactful projects. The Role As Project Manager (Design), you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of multidisciplinary design projects within set programme and budget constraints. Your daily responsibilities will include coordinating design teams, managing project timelines, maintaining client communication, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. You will also support junior team members and contribute to tender preparations for water projects. You will have the following qualifications & experience: • Proven project management experience within design or water industry sectors, • Extensive understanding of multidisciplinary water design processes and UK water industry standards, • Expert knowledge of NEC and other contractual frameworks, • Demonstrable experience in managing project programmes and financial aspects, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead a diverse team Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.

Project Manager Water Design\n\nWorking Location: Manchester (Hybrid)\n\nSalary: £40,000 – £55,000 + Benefits\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n- Oversee delivery of water design projects, ensuring quality, cost, and timelines are met\n\n- Manage project plans and track progress against key milestones\n\n- Act as the main point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships\n\n- Administer contracts NEC and similar, including commercial tracking\n\n- Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and external partners\n\n- Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders on performance and risks\n\n- Support bid and tender submissions for upcoming work\n\n- Coach and support junior members of the team\n\nRequirements\n\n- Background in project or design management within water or infrastructure\n\n- Good understanding of commercial and contract management NEC preferred\n\n- Experience delivering design-focused projects across multiple disciplines\n\n- Comfortable leading teams and coordinating different stakeholders\n\n- Knowledge of the UK water sector and regulatory environment\n\n- Familiarity with project scheduling and programme management\n\n- Experience managing project changes and variations\n\n- Degree or HND in a relevant engineering or construction discipline\n\nWhy This Role Stands Out\n\n- Key role across multiple live water projects\n\n- Strong pipeline of AMP work already secured\n\n- Opportunity to lead and develop junior team members\n\n- Blend of technical delivery and commercial oversight\n\n- Clear progression as the team expands\n\nIf you are passionate about leading water sector projects and want to play a key role in a growing team, apply now to take ownership of critical design-led projects and progress your career

A leading UK property consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their expanding North West team. This Senior Project Manager role will focus on delivering high-quality projects across sectors including commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments.\n\nThe Senior Project Manager will be joining a respected consultancy with a strong regional presence and an impressive client portfolio. The Senior Project Manager will take ownership of key projects and contribute to the continued growth of the Manchester office.\n\nYou must have prior construction consultancy experience to be considered for this role.\n\nThe Senior Project Manager's role\n\nThe Senior Project Manager will lead projects through all RIBA stages, ensuring successful delivery aligned with client objectives. The Senior Project Manager will oversee procurement strategies, risk management, and programme control.\n\nThe Senior Project Manager will also play a key role in client engagement, team leadership, and mentoring junior staff within the business.\n\nThe Senior Project Manager\n\nThe Senior Project Manager will ideally have:\n\nExtensive experience as a Senior Project Manager within consultancy\nMRICS, MAPM or equivalent (or working towards)\nStrong leadership and client-facing abilities\nExperience delivering multi-sector projects\nCommercial awareness and contract knowledge \n\nIn Return?\n\n£65,000 - £78,000 \nCar allowance\nBonus\nPension\nCareer progression opportunities \n\nSenior Project Manager | Manchester | Consultancy | MRICS | Construction | Leadership

Customer Service Specialist \n\nManchester City Centre \n\n£25,000 \n\nPortfolio are proud to represent our client, a global Software business in their search for an Account Manager. They are expanding the Customer Service team due to continued growth. Working with the Engagement and Activation team you will be an Account Manager for new Businesses to the Service! Acting as a first point of contact for your allocated clients, this is not your normal high volume, inbound customer service role. You will be responsible for onboarding the client, dealing with any issues, general queries and technical questions they may have for the first 30 days of their contract. You will be keeping in regular contact via inbound, outbound and Teams providing a world class experience for our business owners. This a very varied, fast paced role within a small, friendly, supportive team!\n\nDay-to-day responsibilities:\n\n* Provide an excellent customer service to our new and existing clients\n* Carry out pro-active implementation calls to new clients to welcome them to the service and provide them with an overview of the system and assist with the set-up of their account\n* Continue to account manage each on-boarded client during the first 30 days of their service agreement, keeping an accurate record of discussions with each client on Salesforce\n* Contribute to the companies business goal of migrating all HRonline users to the new software system\n* Take ownership of any Service Issues raised by the client, keeping an accurate account of the client's concerns on the relevant CRM system\n* Conduct demonstrations of software by webinar for prospect clients and those wishing to migrate from HRonline\n* Ensure all Service Level Agreements are adhered to at all times.\n* Meet and exceed all Key Performance Indicators \n* Contribute to team targets, paying particular attention to customer experience and feedback. \nKey requirements \nRequired skills and experience\n* Customer service experience is essential\n* The ideal candidate will have experience of working in an out-bound, telephone based role\n* Must have excellent listening skills and be able to communicate with clients and users of varying technical ability \n* The ability to work in a fast-paced environment. \n* Able to adapt to change\n* Can take responsibility of own product knowledge\n* Able to communicate at different levels throughout the business\n\nBenefits:\n \n* Enhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service\n* Private health care cover after 5 years' service\n* New business referral scheme\n* Access to Health Shield \n* Access to the EAP service\n* Refer a friend scheme\n* Paid birthday leave\n* Pension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service\n* Group life insurance\n* Eye care contribution\n* Free fruit (office-based staff)\n* Travel Season Ticket loan scheme\n* Milestone recognition\n* Discounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements\n* Pace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments\n* Park Inn 20% off food and drink\n* New Century food and drink discount\n* Revolution De Cuba food and drink discount\n Cycle 2 Work scheme after probationary period\n* Free On site Gym\n* Bright Exchange perks\n\nINDMANJ\n\n50538LF\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Chartered Building Surveyor / Project Manager (Residential Children’s Homes Programme)\n Greater Manchester Council – £450 per day (Umbrella LTD)\n Contract Role\n\nGreater Manchester based Council is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to support a high-profile residential care transformation programme. The role will focus on the acquisition, refurbishment, and delivery of up to 10 children’s homes, improving quality standards, Ofsted compliance, and long-term life-cycle management of assets.\n This is a hybrid technical and project leadership role requiring strong experience in project management, contract administration, acquisitions, and refurbishment delivery within a public sector or regulated environment.\n\n Purpose of the Programme\nImprove quality and standards of residential children’s homes\nDeliver the acquisition of up to 10 homes across Greater Manchester\nReduce long-term revenue costs through smarter asset management\nImprove wellbeing and educational outcomes through environment-led design\nAchieve Ofsted certification and regulatory compliance\nStrengthen lease, asset lifecycle, and property management strategiesKey Responsibilities Pre-Acquisition\nIdentify and assess acquisition opportunities for children’s residential homes on a rolling 4-week cycle\nMaintain and update acquisition trackers and pipeline reporting\nCoordinate with service providers and local authorities to shortlist viable properties\nLead joint property inspections and stakeholder site visits\nPresent opportunities to internal Property Advisory Groups for approvalDue Diligence & Acquisition\nCommission and manage RICS Level 3 surveys, valuations, and technical due diligence\nOversee legal due diligence and conveyancing processes through to completion\nManage planning risk assessments and title investigations\nProduce and present board-level reports for approvals and governance sign-offPost-Acquisition Delivery\nLead onboarding of properties into the Council’s estate portfolio\nCoordinate Estates, Insurance, Utilities, and Finance handover requirements\nManage external consultants delivering design, planning, and compliance outputs\nDevelop and agree detailed descriptions of works (DOW) aligned to Skyline standards\nEnsure full documentation readiness for procurement and delivery phasesRefurbishment & Project Delivery\nLead refurbishment projects from inception to completion\nManage cost control, programme delivery, risk, and quality assurance\nAct as technical lead for RFIs, clarifications, and design coordination\nUndertake full contract administration under JCT conditions\nIssue variation orders, certify payments, and manage practical completion processes\nChair monthly progress meetings and undertake regular site inspections\nMaintain accurate contract records and formal meeting minutesProcurement\nLead procurement of property consultants including scope definition and appointment\nManage contractor procurement via framework mini-competitions\nEnsure full compliance, transparency, and robust evaluation processes\nSupport procurement approvals and award recommendationsRequirements\nMRICS Chartered Building Surveyor (essential)\nStrong background in project management and contract administration\nExperience delivering refurbishment or capital works programmes\nStrong understanding of JCT contracts and public sector governance\nExperience in acquisitions, due diligence, and property lifecycle management\nAbility to manage multiple stakeholders across technical and social care environments\nStrong reporting, communication, and board-level presentation skillsContact Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed)

Title: Field Service Engineer \n\nLocation: Manchester \n\nSalary: £41,000 - OTE c£50,000\n\nThe Client \n\nOur client are a leading manufacturer of industrial cleaning equipment, with plans to expand the business further this has presented an exciting opportunity for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join the business covering Manchester and surrounding areas. \n\nThe role of Field Service Engineer: \n\nTo maintain a high standard of service and repair on all industrial cleaning equipment ensuring the delivery of a world class service experience. To be a custodian of the brand at all times and demonstrate the businesses values.\n\nMain Tasks\n\nRegular communication with Regional Service Manager and Schedulers\nMaintain, accurately diagnose and repair the full range of Industrial cleaning equipment including Municipal platforms competency\nControl van stocks in accordance with customer base\nDaily communication with Regional Scheduler\nIdentify and communicate sales leads\nMaintain tools and equipment to a satisfactory and safe condition\nParticipate in on-job coaching with Regional Service Manager\nEnsures relevant Service KPI's and SLA's are met\nOwnership of Service reporting tasks\nFull responsibility for company assets\nMaintain sufficient stock levels specific to area\nMaintain senior accreditation status\nFull understanding of local maintenance contract terms and conditions\n\nQualifications, experience and characteristics of the Product Field Service Engineer\n\nProven experience as a Field Service Engineer working in mechanical / electrical roles. \nOther backgrounds considered include; Plant, Material Handling / FLT's, Agricultural Equipment, HGV / LGV or mechanical / electrical field service roles from within the industry.\nExperience of batteries, hydraulics, pneumatics and engines\nFull driving licence\n\nBenefits: \n\nStarting Salary £41,100\nPerformance Related annual salary increases. \nPension Scheme \nDiscretionary Bonus Scheme\n26 days annual holiday + bank holidays (increases with service) \nSimplyhealth Cash Plan (including retail discount scheme)\nCritical Illness Cover \nEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)\nStaff discount on company products\n\nKeywords: Service Engineer, HGV, LGV, Hydraulics, Fork Lift Truck, FLT, Material Handling, Field Services Technician, Service Technician\n\nBowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards

Own projects from start to finish and see your work come to life in a new office space.\n\nWith hybrid working (two days in the office, three from home) and a generous annual bonus, you’ll enjoy greater flexibility and be rewarded for your contribution.\n\nAs a Design Manager, you’ll lead mechanical and electrical services on building refurbishments - shaping solutions that work in the real world, not just on paper. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of sectors and work directly with end-user clients, giving you valuable insight into how design decisions affect building performance and user satisfaction.\n\nStep away from pure concept design and into a role where you’ll deliver practical, buildable solutions. You’ll collaborate daily with architects, interior designers, project managers and quantity surveyors, broadening your understanding of the full project lifecycle.\n\nAnd with two Directors set to retire in the next few years, you’ll have a clear path to senior leadership—if that’s where you want to go.\n\nWhat you’ll do\n\nTake ownership on refurbishment projects, shaping systems that balance performance, cost and buildability.\n\nLead both pre- and post-contract stages, including tender reviews, technical input, value engineering and risk analysis.\n\nManage programme constraints and phasing, ensuring your designs fit seamlessly into live environments and phased construction.\n\nOversee subcontractor proposals, checking compliance and CDM requirements, and maintain strong communication with clients and project teams throughout.\n\nWhat you’ll need\n\n * \n\n Hands-on experience in building services, covering both mechanical and electrical systems.\n\n * \n\n Confidence managing pre- and post-contract duties, including technical reviews and client engagement.\n\n * \n\n Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.\n\n * \n\n A practical, problem-solving mindset that focuses on delivering workable, real-world solutions.\n\nAbout the company\n\nAn expanding design and build fit-out specialist who have grown steadily over 20 years in business.\n\nA relaxed environment awaits where hard work is repaid with trust and flexibility\n\nWith around 25 technical staff and employee ownership, you’ll join a team that values input, encourages development and rewards results.\n\nApply\n\nPlease click the ‘Apply’ button. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date. Just send what you have and we’ll cross that bridge later.\n\nYou can call me, Jim Tozer on (phone number removed) if you have any questions

Collections Account Manager\n Manchester hybrid\n £27k\n Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm flexible agile working hours\n \n A large social value organisation would love to recruit a Collections Account Manager. The not-for-profit lender specialises in simple, hassle-free loans to help businesses start, grow and thrive, providing a fresh, ethical approach to supporting SMEs.\n \n The Collections Account Manager’s receive 28 days holidays from day one, annual pay increases, volunteer days, an electric car scheme, 6% pension contribution and much more.\n \n Key duties include:\n\nCommunicate professionally and confidently with clients to establish rapport and achieve repayment.\nAchieve weekly targets for Early Arrears Management from customers to meet contractual targets.\nIdentify and escalate high risk accounts.\nPrepare performance management Information for the Early Arrears Management Manager to monitor performance.\nClarify with business advisers and Mentors any queries from loan recipients with regard to the loan or their business to support client in agreeing to repayment programme.\nMaintain the loan management system to ensure client information is correct and up to date in accordance with data protection rules.\nRecord customer contacts and agreements factually at every stage of the collections process to support business reporting to contract providers.\nCommit to a personal continuous development plan to improve both your performance and customer added value.\nLiaising with all Third Parties authorized to act on the Customers behalf.\nEnsure all responsibilities under Treating Customer Fairly are met.\n Please send your CV to Annalee Wood at Aspire Recruitment today or call to find out more\n \n This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time

Department: Student Wellbeing \n\nLocation: Manchester (On-site)\n\nType of Contract: Permanent - Part Time – 30hrs per week\n\nShift Pattern: Evenings and Weekends (4-9pm weekdays & 10.00am - 3.00pm Saturdays)\n\nAbout GBS: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector-relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare, and more.\n\nGBS' Vision: Changing lives through education.\n\nWhat The Team Do: Supporting students' well-being by offering help with mental health, personal issues, and practical concerns like housing or finances. Providing guidance, crisis support, and promote a safe, inclusive environment to help students succeed both personally and academically.\n\nThe role: Your work within Student Wellbeing will focus on working in partnership with students to identify barriers to learning, and provide ongoing support according to their needs. The work you do will help students manage social and emotional issues, enable our staff to provide the best support to learners with wellbeing needs, and help the enable the students you work with to get the best out of their study with GBS!\n\nThe purpose of this role is to provide guidance and support to GBS students in their learning, wellbeing and engagement throughout their studies. Your key task will be to address student welfare by pastoral support and by guiding students to services appropriate to their needs. GBS Welfare Officers can expect to be among the first members of staff to be approached by students needing assistance with a variety of issues. Welfare officers must know all services and academic programmes offered by GBS, as well as appropriate external agencies and be ready to refer students to appropriate services. The Student Welfare Officer reports into the Student Welfare Manager.\n\nPlease note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.\n\nWhat the role involves:\n\nManaging student referrals, alongside the Student Welfare Manager, acting as a link between the Welfare Office, the relevant academic team and relevant internal and external services.\n\nProviding pastoral support to students who may be experiencing social or emotional issues. To ensure students with personal learning plans receive the learning accommodations outlined in the plan and that these are addressed in the classroom.\n\nMaximising the attendance of students by working alongside the student engagement managers to support students effectively throughout their studies.\n\nTo provide immediate assistance to students on a drop in and appointment basis.\n\nTo maintain accurate student welfare records and information and ensure confidential records are held and shared in line with GDPR requirements.\n\nTo assist with the organisation of health and wellbeing social activities and events for students. \n\nWhat Experience/Skills are required:\n\nBachelor’s degree in the relevant area, preferably health related\n\nPrior experience in an adjacent or similar role, preferably within higher education.\n\nHave knowledge of: - the DDA and SENDA and to know how to implement their guidelines - the JCQ and the range of reasonable adjustments that may apply to students with learning differences and individual needs\n\nExperience of working with a range of physical disabilities and specific learning difficulties encountered in mainstream schools such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, attention deficit and Asperger's syndrome.\n\nExperience of selecting and using appropriate assessment materials, score results, convert raw scores to derived scores, analyse results, draw conclusions and make recommendations.\n\nThe ability to discuss student's needs in a sensitive manner and together plan a programme of Additional Support to facilitate outcomes of personal targets and tutor targets.\n\nWhat We Offer:\n\n25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays\n\n1-day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days\n\nWorkplace pension scheme\n\nTuition reimbursement for career development courses\n\nFlexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more\n\nPerks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more\n\nReward and recognition programme\n\n£500 award employee referral scheme\n\nDiscretionary annual performance bonus\n\nGBS supported my development by enrolling me in an external Leadership and Management course, which equipped me with the tools to drive my team towards continued growth and success. Before joining GBS, I did not envision myself as a manager, but I have now found my passion in leadership. — Ebony Bates (Professional Services Employee)\n\nGBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed

OLE Scheme Project Manager (Rail)\n\nLocation: Manchester (Hybrid working)\n\nRate: £375/day\n\nDuration: 6 month rolling contract\n\nAre you the kind of Project Manager who gets a buzz from delivering high-voltage rail infrastructure? Do you thrive on turning complex OLE schemes into safely delivered, on-time successes? If so… we want to talk to you.\n\nThe Role\n\nWe’re looking for an OLE Scheme Project Manager with proven rail experience to lead the delivery of Overhead Line Equipment projects from concept through to commissioning.\n\nYou’ll be at the heart of it all — managing programmes, budgets, stakeholders, and site teams — ensuring every mast, wire run, and possession lands exactly as planned.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing And Need\n\n * Leading end-to-end delivery of OLE schemes in a live rail environment.\n\n * Must have worked on Rail projects.\n\n * Managing contractors, designers, and multidisciplinary teams.\n\n * Owning programme, cost control, and risk management.\n\n * Working closely with Network Rail and key stakeholders.\n\n * Ensuring safety is always the priority.\n\n * Demonstrable experience delivering OLE projects in the rail sector.\n\n * Strong understanding of GRIP / PACE processes.\n\n * Confident stakeholder and client management skills\n\nFor more information, please drop me a message on here or call (phone number removed). CV's to nathan.kemp(At)vital.u k.c o m\n\nThe partnering concept promoted by Vital means that we work together with candidates and clients to achieve your career and recruitment objectives.\n\nFor clients the result is cost effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment and retention far easier.\n\nFor candidates it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals.\n\nOur commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service

Regional Operations Manager \n\n Manchester \n\n Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. \n\n Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. \n\n We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of schools, supporting our teams and ensuring exceptional food, service, and operational standards. This is a field-based role, so you’ll need to be prepared to travel between sites. \n\nWhat You’ll Do:\n\n We are looking for a self-motivated, resilient, and highly organised multi-site Operations Manager with a background in high-quality food catering services. As an Operations Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind multiple school kitchens, ensuring every site runs smoothly: \n\n\n\t • Lead, motivate, and develop your teams to deliver outstanding results\n\t, • Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders\n\t, • Monitor and improve operational performance across your portfolio\n\t, • Ensure food quality, hygiene, and compliance standards are consistently met\n\t, • Manage financial performance, including budgets, commercial and fixed-price contracts\n\t, • Support Chef Managers with recruitment, HR, and day-to-day operations\n\t, • Experience as an Area Manager or Operations Manager in contract or retail catering, managing at least 8 sites\n\t, • A proven track record of leading multi-site teams, with strong people management skills\n\t, • Confidence communicating with everyone—from kitchen teams to senior stakeholders\n\t, • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively\n\t, • Strong proficiency with Office tools, spreadsheets, and presentations\n\t, • 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays\n\t, • Life assurance and company pension\n\t, • Healthcare\n\t, • Access to our online learning and development platform\n\t, • Employee wellbeing programme\n\t, • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme\n\t, • IFG Rewards high-street discounts\n\t \n\n IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for. \n \nWe are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.

6-month temporary contract for a Project Manager to deliver capital projects Your new company A North West local authority is seeking an experienced Projects Manager to lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of capital construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of schemes from early feasibility through to completion, acting as the client-side lead and ensuring high-quality, sustainable and compliant outcomes. Your new role As Projects Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end design and delivery of capital projects typically refurbishment, ranging from £100k to £15m. You will provide expert guidance through feasibility, design, planning, procurement, construction, and handover phases, ensuring that all schemes meet statutory, regulatory and quality requirements. You will manage external consultants and contractors, champion architectural and design standards, and ensure that all project briefs and specifications align with corporate and service priorities. A key part of the role involves preparing planning submissions, monitoring budgets, identifying value-engineering opportunities and reporting progress, risks and issues to senior stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong experience in delivering multiple construction-related capital projects within the public sector. You’ll have solid knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety Act 2022, CDM 2015, and experience working with JCT and NEC3/4 contracts. You’ll also demonstrate: • Strong financial and budget management capabilities, • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and contractors, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage Members, Directors and stakeholders, • Effective risk management, reporting and problem-solving skills, • A degree in Construction, Project Management or a related field (or equivalent experience), • Competitive day rate (£350-£380 umbrella), • 6-month contract with potential extension, • Hybrid working arrangements, • Opportunity to deliver impactful, high-profile projects 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. 4776128

6-month temporary contract for a Project Manager to deliver capital projects Your new company A North West local authority is seeking an experienced Projects Manager to lead the delivery of a diverse portfolio of capital construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of schemes from early feasibility through to completion, acting as the client-side lead and ensuring high-quality, sustainable and compliant outcomes. Your new role As Projects Manager, you will oversee the end-to-end design and delivery of capital projects typically refurbishment, ranging from £100k to £15m. You will provide expert guidance through feasibility, design, planning, procurement, construction, and handover phases, ensuring that all schemes meet statutory, regulatory and quality requirements. You will manage external consultants and contractors, champion architectural and design standards, and ensure that all project briefs and specifications align with corporate and service priorities. A key part of the role involves preparing planning submissions, monitoring budgets, identifying value-engineering opportunities and reporting progress, risks and issues to senior stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong experience in delivering multiple construction-related capital projects within the public sector. You’ll have solid knowledge of Building Regulations, Building Safety Act 2022, CDM 2015, and experience working with JCT and NEC3/4 contracts. You’ll also demonstrate: • Strong financial and budget management capabilities, • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and contractors, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage Members, Directors and stakeholders, • Effective risk management, reporting and problem-solving skills, • A degree in Construction, Project Management or a related field (or equivalent experience), • Professional membership (CIOB, RICS, ICE) is desirableA driving licence and flexibility to work outside normal hours when required are also essential. What you'll get in return You’ll join a forward-thinking public sector organisation delivering major place-shaping projects aligned to long-term strategic priorities. You’ll play a key role in driving design quality, sustainability and modern construction methods across an exciting programme of works. This assignment offers: • Competitive day rate (£350-£380 umbrella), • 6-month contract with potential extension, • Hybrid working arrangements, • Opportunity to deliver impactful, high-profile projects 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. 4777906

A globally recognised real estate and construction consultancy based in Manchester is seeking an ambitious Assistant Project Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager looking to build a long-term career within a leading consultancy, gaining exposure to high-profile projects across multiple sectors. The successful Assistant Project Manager will support senior team members in delivering complex schemes, making this an ideal role for an Assistant Project Manager eager to develop their technical and client-facing skills. This Assistant Project Manager position offers structured progression and professional development within a highly regarded organisation. You must have prior consultancy experience to be considered for this role. The Assistant Project Manager's role The Assistant Project Manager will support the delivery of projects across the full lifecycle, from inception through to completion. The Assistant Project Manager will assist in managing project programmes, budgets, and risk registers while ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard. You will work closely with senior colleagues, supporting client advisory services and helping to coordinate multidisciplinary teams. The Assistant Project Manager will be involved in preparing project documentation, attending meetings, and maintaining clear communication between stakeholders. The Assistant Project Manager will also assist with procurement processes, contract administration, and reporting, gaining valuable exposure to both pre- and post-contract duties. This role will provide the Assistant Project Manager with the opportunity to develop a strong understanding of industry best practices and project management methodologies. The Assistant Project Manager The ideal Assistant Project Manager will hold a degree in a construction-related discipline such as Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Project Management. Progress towards professional accreditation such as MRICS, MAPM, or similar is highly desirable. The Assistant Project Manager will be organised, proactive, and eager to learn, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. A basic understanding of JCT contracts and construction processes is beneficial. Previous experience within a consultancy or client-side environment is advantageous but not essential. The Assistant Project Manager should be confident using Microsoft Office tools and demonstrate a strong willingness to develop professionally. In Return? • £32,000 - £40,000, • Structured training and development programme, • Full support towards chartership (MRICS/APM), • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects, • Manchester city centre location, • Collaborative and supportive team environment Keywords: Assistant Project Manager | Graduate Project Manager | Construction Consultancy | MRICS | Manchester | APM

Independence & Wellbeing Graduate\n\nManchester, Didsbury (HQ)\n\n24,088 - Pay award pending (01/04/2026)\n\nFixed Term Contract – 2 Years\n\nFull Time\n\nClosing Date - Thursday 30th April\n\nAssessment Day - Late May 2026\n\nFinal Stage Interview - June 2026\n\nRole Overview\n\nReporting to the Service Development Manager, the Independence and Wellbeing Graduate Officer will be part of the specialist team responsible for the quality and improvement of our specialist support services. You will spend time working across our portfolio of services to develop an in-depth knowledge of Independence & Wellbeing\n\nWhat you’ll be doing as an Independence and Wellbeing Graduate.....\n\n· Ensuring the responsibilities of the post are carried out in a way that reflects the standards, vision and values of Great Places\n\n· Horizon scanning and reporting on sector change and new national, or regional policy changes relating to specialised housing\n\n· Undertaking research into specialised housing and homelessness best practice to support the continuous improvement of our services and the development of Strategy\n\n· Undertake project work to support the Independence & Wellbeing management team and the Independence and Wellbeing Strategy\n\n· Supporting the Service Development team to produce reports and management information for internal and external Quality Assurance audits including reviewing and assessing effective practice.\n\n· Supporting the Service Development Manager with the development of Independence and Wellbeing operational procedures and guidance\n\n· Supporting the development of new specialised housing schemes for vulnerable customers\n\n· Supporting the Independence & Wellbeing management team with bid submissions to retain business or grow the service portfolio\n\n· Contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement\n\n· The development of Reports for the department and senior management team.\n\n· Working within the Independence and Wellbeing framework, focussing on delivering our purpose and adhering to our principles.\n\n· Representing Great Places in a professional manner with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity\n\n· Treating customers and colleagues with respect and empathy\n\n· Working 35 hours per week and having a flexible approach to work\n\nWhat you’ll need…\n\n· A minimum 2:2 achieved in the past 3 years, ideally within a relevant subject area\n\n· GCSE maths and English or equivalent at grade C/4 or above\n\n· A clean UK driving licence and access to a car would be desirable\n\n· Experience of working in a customer focused environment, with a proven ability of delivering a high standard of customer service\n\n· Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\n· Ability to work as part of a team, as well as using your own initiative and time management skills to deliver tasks on time\n\n· Keen eye for detail and good organisational skills\n\n· Competent level of ICT skills including the full range of Microsoft applications and the ability to use technology such as a mobile phone, tablet and laptop\n\n· Commitment to completing all parts of the training programme\n\n· Commitment to observe and comply with all policies / procedures / working practices / regulations and in particular Great Places Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Safeguarding Policy

Job Titles: Assistant Risk Manager, Risk Manager, Senior Risk Manager and Associate Risk Manager.\n Location: London\n Contract: Permanent, Full Time.\n Salary: Salaries range from £35,000 to £70,000, depending on job title and candidate experience.\n\nRisk Management experience within the construction industry is essential.\n\nAre you ready to play a key role in delivering some of the most high profile infrastructure projects in the UK and beyond? Aldwych Consulting are currently working with a leading global construction consultancy that's expanding its Project & Programme Services team.\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative environment where your voice is heard, your development is supported, and your work genuinely makes an impact on communities and the environment. From major energy transformation programmes to nationally significant rail projects, aviation hubs, and strategic highways, you'll be at the heart of shaping complex, large scale delivery.\n\nWhy consider this opportunity?\n\nYou'll be joining a business that truly embraces flexible working. Whether you're looking for remote options, adjusted hours, or additional leave during school holidays, they're committed to supporting work life balance in a meaningful way. They also actively support career returners and are passionate about developing talent at every stage.\n\nThe Opportunity:\n\nWe are currently recruiting for a variety of Risk Manager opportunities. The job titles range from Assistant Risk Manager, to Associate Risk Manager. In this role you will take ownership of delivering high quality risk management services across major programmes and projects.\n\nYou'll work closely with clients and project teams to proactively identify, analyse, and manage risk, helping to drive better decision making and successful project outcomes.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and deliver risk management activities across projects and programmes.\nFacilitate risk workshops and engage stakeholders to ensure effective risk practices.\nDevelop and implement tailored risk management approaches and systems.\nConduct quantitative and qualitative risk analysis using industry tools.\nProduce clear, insightful risk reports to support project decision-making.\nContribute to continuous improvement of risk processes, tools, and methodologies.\nSupport business development, including bids and client engagement.\nMentor and support junior team members, with potential for line management.\nParticipate in recruitment and team growth initiatives.What the client is looking for:\n\nRisk Management experience within the construction industry is essential. Ideally in a construction consultancy or contractor.\nProven experience in risk management within infrastructure, engineering, or major projects.\nStrong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.\nExperience with risk analysis tools and methodologies.\nA proactive, solutions-focused mindset.\nAbility to contribute to both project delivery and wider team growth\n If you would like to apply or to find out more, please get in touch. The recruiter for these roles is Lottie Wibrow at Aldwych Consulting.\n\nAldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.\n\nCandidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.\n\nFor the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

QS / Senior QS Job for a Lancashire-based General Contractor who work on sites in Lancashire & Manchester Your new companyYou will be joining a long-established regional building contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across industrial, commercial, education and public-sector markets. The business is known for its strong client relationships, low staff turnover, and its commitment to developing and progressing its commercial teams.They offer the stability of a well-resourced main contractor with the feel of a supportive, close-knit environment where your contribution genuinely makes an impact. Your new roleAs Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a significant new build industrial development in Manchester. This is a large, high value steel frame scheme forming part of a wider pipeline of major projects across the North West. Your role will include: • Full commercial management of the project from start to final account procurement of subcontract packages and management of supply chain performance., • Cost reporting, valuations, change control and forecasting, • Working closely with the Project Manager to ensure contract and programme compliance, • Supporting the wider commercial team on future tenders and regional growth plans, • Experience as a QS or Senior QS within a main contracting environment, • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, • Ability to manage procurement, cost control and commercial reporting independently, • Strong communication and client-facing skillsWhat you’ll get in return, • Salary up to £60,000 (DOE), • Car/allowance, pension and industry-leading benefits package, • Long-term local projects across the North West 4771048

M&E Project / Design Manager\n\nLocation: Manchester or Liverpool (Hybrid & Flexible Working)\n Salary: Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits (including 4‑day working week)\n\nA well‑established, independent building services consultancy is seeking an experienced M&E Project / Design Manager to play a pivotal role in the delivery and coordination of mechanical and electrical building services projects across the UK.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on managing and driving M&E projects forward, working closely with clients, engineers, and wider project teams - without being solely responsible for producing detailed design work themselves.\n\nAbout the Business\n\nThe consultancy has a long heritage in building services engineering, providing a broad range of mechanical, electrical, energy and project management services to clients across commercial, residential, education, industrial and regeneration sectors. Their expertise includes overseeing building services strategies, sustainability and energy‑efficient solutions, project coordination, and technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Project / Design Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring projects are effectively planned, coordinated and delivered to the highest standard:\n\nLead and manage M&E projects from inception through to delivery\nCoordinate mechanical and electrical design teams and external consultants\nAct as the main client and stakeholder contact for project updates, risks and scope\nOversee programme, budget, and resource planning, ensuring design milestones are met\nDrive quality assurance and compliance with regulations and client requirements\nSupport procurement, contractor engagement, and contract administration\nProvide technical leadership and ensure integration across disciplines\nMonitor project progress, resolve issues, and mitigate risks proactivelyAbout You\n\nDegree qualified in Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)\nProven experience in project or design management within M&E / building services - ideally in consultancy‑led environments\nStrong understanding of design and delivery processes within building services\nExcellent leadership, planning, communication and client management skills\nAble to manage multiple stakeholders and technical teams effectively\nChartered or working towards Chartered status (desirable)\nDriving licence advantageousWhat's on Offer\n\nUp to £60,000 (depending on experience)\n4‑day working week (big standout benefit)\nHybrid and flexible working arrangements\nCompetitive bonus and pension package\nPrivate healthcare\nA collaborative, supportive and people‑focused culture\nExposure to a diverse project portfolio with opportunity for strategic impactWhy This Role?\n\nThis is an exciting role for a seasoned M&E professional looking to step into a leadership position where you can influence project outcomes, shape delivery strategies and support ambitious engineers, all within a forward‑thinking consultancy environment.\n\nIf you're ready to take the next step in your career and work in a role that offers responsibility, variety and a better work‑life balance (including a 4‑day week), we'd love to hear from you.\n\nApply now or reach out to Roberto Sartori on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.\n\nAldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.\n\nCandidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.\n\nFor the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Procurement Manager\n\nA leading UK construction and engineering business specialising in fast-track project delivery within the healthcare sector. The organisation is recognised for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), working closely with public sector clients on critical infrastructure projects.\n\nRole Overview\n\nThe Procurement Manager will take ownership of procurement and supply chain activities across multiple construction and engineering projects. This role is key to ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and timely sourcing of materials, subcontractors, and services.\n\nYou will work closely with commercial, pre-construction, and project delivery teams to support successful project outcomes, while developing strong supplier relationships and driving best practice procurement processes.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProcurement & Supply Chain\n\n * Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project and business objectives\n\n * Source, assess, and appoint subcontractors and suppliers across construction, MEP, and modular solutions\n\n * Manage tender processes, including issuing enquiries, analysing submissions, and negotiating contracts\n\n * Ensure supply chain capability supports programme delivery and technical requirements\n\nCommercial & Cost Management\n\n * Collaborate with commercial teams to deliver value for money and identify cost-saving opportunities\n\n * Negotiate pricing, terms, and framework agreements\n\n * Monitor market conditions, risks, and material cost fluctuations\n\nSupplier Management\n\n * Build and maintain strong relationships with key supply chain partners\n\n * Manage supplier performance through KPIs and quality standards\n\n * Support the development of long-term, collaborative partnerships\n\nProject Support\n\n * Engage supply chain partners early in the pre-construction phase\n\n * Align procurement schedules with project timelines and milestones\n\n * Support risk identification and mitigation strategies\n\nCompliance & Governance\n\n * Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and contract requirements (e.g. NEC/JCT)\n\n * Support sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives\n\n * Maintain accurate records and reporting processes\n\nKey Requirements\n\nExperience\n\n * Proven procurement experience within construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors\n\n * Strong background in subcontract and supplier procurement\n\n * Experience working with NEC, JCT, or similar contract frameworks\n\n * Exposure to healthcare or technically complex projects (desirable)\n\n * Experience with modular construction / MMC (desirable)\n\nSkills\n\n * Strong negotiation and commercial awareness\n\n * Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects\n\n * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n\n * Analytical and detail-oriented approach\n\n * Proactive and solutions-driven mindset\n\nQualifications\n\n * Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Construction, Supply Chain, Commercial)\n\n * Professional membership (e.g. CIPS) desirable

A leading global construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Cost Manager to join its Manchester office, supporting the delivery of major projects across the industrial, logistics, and manufacturing sectors.\n\nThe Cost Manager\n\nThe successful Cost Manager will play a key role in delivering high-quality cost management services across all project stages, working with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure commercial success and operational efficiency. This role is ideal for a commercially aware Cost Manager with strong consultancy or contractor experience and a collaborative, client-focused approach.\n\nThe Cost Manager position offers flexible hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and access to a structured career development programme with full APC support.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDeliver full cost management services across complex industrial and logistics projects\nPrepare cost plans, tender documentation, and contract administration reports\nManage change control, valuations, and final accounts\nProvide clear commercial advice to clients and project teams\nSupport project delivery while mentoring junior staff where required\nUphold best practices in cost control, risk management, and reportingRequirements:\n\nDegree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline\nMRICS, equivalent qualification, or actively working towards chartership\nExperience working within a consultancy or contractor environment\nIndustrial, logistics, or manufacturing project experience (preferred)\nStrong understanding of commercial principles and NEC contracts\nExcellent communication, reporting, and team collaboration skills \n\nWhat's in it for you?\n\n£45,000 - £55,000\n25 Days holiday + Bank holidays\nAPC Programme\nHealth insurance\nHybrid working\nGenerous Pension Plan\nLife assurance\nMobile and Laptop\nCar allowance\nRegular socials\nCycle to work scheme\nSupportive culture\nFlexible working conditions\nGreat work-life balance\nIncome protection\nInternal training programmes\nDeath in Service contribution\nHealth & Wellness programmeIf you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.\n\n(phone number removed)\n\nReference #DJ1050\n\n Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy / Manchester

A leading property and construction consultancy based in Manchester is looking to appoint a Project Director to strengthen its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Director to take ownership of major schemes, lead client relationships and help drive the continued growth of a well-established business. The successful Project Director will play a key role in delivering high-profile projects across a varied portfolio while mentoring teams and maintaining exceptional service standards. This Project Director position would suit an experienced consultancy professional who enjoys both project delivery and strategic input. For a Project Director seeking a visible role in Manchester, this is a standout opportunity. The Project Director's role The Project Director will lead the successful delivery of complex construction projects from inception through to completion, ensuring programmes, budgets and quality standards are achieved. The Project Director will act as the senior point of contact for clients, providing trusted advice and building long-term relationships. Working closely with internal teams, the Project Director will oversee project governance, resource planning, risk management and commercial performance. The Project Director will also support business development activity, contribute to winning new work and help shape the direction of the Manchester office. The Project Director The successful Project Director will have: • Significant experience as a Project Director, Senior Project Manager or similar within a construction consultancy or client-side environment, • A strong track record of delivering large-scale projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, mixed-use, education or public sector, • Excellent client-facing, leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Strong commercial awareness and experience managing fees, risk and programme performance, • Degree qualified in a construction-related discipline, • Professional membership such as MRICS, MCIOB, MAPM or equivalent, ideally chartered, • A strong understanding of project management methodologies, procurement routes and contract administration In Return? • £85,000 - £105,000, • Competitive benefits package, • Bonus, • Exposure to high-profile regional projects, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Opportunity to play a key role in business growth Project Director | Project Management | Construction Consultancy | Manchester | MRICS | MCIOB

An established, multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with Employers Agent experience to join their team in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to progress within a growing firm that delivers a wide range of residential projects across the region.\n\nThe Quantity Surveyor\n\nThe successful Quantity Surveyor will be joining a supportive and experienced team involved in projects for housing associations, developers, and local authorities. You will be responsible for delivering pre- and post-contract cost management services, as well as acting as Employers Agent on new build and refurbishment schemes in the residential sector.\n\nThis role would suit a Quantity Surveyor who is confident in a client-facing position, with a sound understanding of the residential market. There is a strong pipeline of projects, with values typically ranging from £2m to £20m, offering continued professional development and long-term career prospects.\n\nQuantity Surveyor responsibilities:\n\nActing as Employers Agent on residential schemes\nPreparing cost plans, tender documentation and contract advice\nManaging valuations, variations and final accounts\nProviding support to senior team members and mentoring junior staff\nLiaising directly with clients and attending project meetingsQuantity Surveyor requirements:\n\nDegree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar construction-related discipline\nIdeally working towards MRICS or already chartered\nProven Employers Agent experience in the residential sector\nStrong knowledge of JCT contracts\nExcellent communication and client-facing skills\nA full UK driving licence is preferred \n\nWhat's in it for you?\n\n£40,000 - £55,000\n25 Days holiday + Bank holidays\nAPC Programme\nHealth insurance\nHybrid working\nGenerous Pension Plan\nLife assurance\nMobile and Laptop\nCar allowance\nRegular socials\nCycle to work scheme\nSupportive culture\nFlexible working conditions\nGreat work-life balance\nIncome protection\nInternal training programmes\nDeath in Service contribution\nHealth & Wellness programmeIf you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.\n\n(phone number removed)\n\nReference #DJ1051\n\n Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy

Pinnacle are looking to speak to Senior Quantity Surveyors in Manchester for a large civil aviation project on a £10m scheme, with the working being mainly on Drainage and Earthworks.\nDuties:\n * Oversee and manage project, ensuring adherence to programme schedules and budgets.\n * Lead the commercial management of NEC 4 contracts, including forecasting, cost reporting, and contract administration.\n * Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and alignment with client expectations.\n * Drive cost efficiency through value engineering and effective procurement strategies.\n * Ensure robust risk management and contractual compliance across all projects.\n * Mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.\n * Report on project performance and provide strategic commercial insights to senior leadership.\nAbout you:\nWe are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, who has managed multi million projects withing civils engineering or infrastructures, with experience working on NEC 4 Contracts. You must will need to have experience managing budgets within sub-contractor delivery.\nHold a degree in Quantity Surveying, commercial manager or another related field.\nSalary is paying up to £60,000k + car + package.\nIf so please apply to hear more about this opportunity

Support Coordinator We’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in the Salford area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke. Position: S11363 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Salford, however, regular travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week Salary: Circa £17,000 per annum (FTE circa £28,300 per annum) Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2027. Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available. Closing Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 28 May 2026 and Friday 29 May 2026 The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. A key part of the role will be to recruit, train and manage a team of volunteers, to support service users and the delivery of the service. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: • Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community., • Provide personalised information, advice and support., • Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes The post holder will have experience/background in: • A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities. To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK. If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role. You will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience as part of the process. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Finding strength through support The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke. They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life. It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support. The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity. The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work. A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs. You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

Role: Site Manager \nLocation: Manchester\nType: Freelance \nRate: Competitive Day Rate\n\nWe are currently seeking an Site Manager to join our freelance residential housing team in Manchester. This role requires a minimum of two years experience within the new build sector.\n\nThis role is suited to a strong Site Manager with a background in volume residential developments, responsible for managing day-to-day site operations and ensuring high standards of delivery across all aspects of the build.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will be responsible for the safe and efficient running of a live residential site, ensuring work is delivered on programme, within budget, and to required quality standards.\n\nWorking as part of an established site team, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage site activities, and ensure all works comply with NHBC standards and Building Regulations.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nManage day-to-day site operations on a residential development\nEnsure compliance with NHBC standards and building regulations\nMaintain high standards of health & safety on site\nDrive programme delivery and key build milestones\nManage subcontractors and coordinate site activities\nOversee quality control and snagging processes\nManage site logistics, materials, and deliveries\nCarry out site inspections and reporting\nEnsure smooth handover of completed plots\n\nRequirements\n\nProven experience as a Site Manager in house building / residential developments\nStrong knowledge of NHBC standards\nValid SMSTS\nCSCS Black Card (Manager level)\nFirst Aid at Work\nStrong leadership and organisational skills\nAbility to manage programme, quality, and site teams effectively\nExcellent communication and problem-solving abilities\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\nCompetitive day rate (dependent on experience)\nFreelance / contract flexibility\nOngoing opportunities within residential construction\nImmediate start availableIf you are an experienced Site Manager within house building looking for your next freelance opportunity, we would like to hear from you.\n\nPlease contact Sophie on (phone number removed) or apply below

Portfolio are proud to represent our client, a Global Software company in their serach for a Retentions Specialist. Contract renewals are the main focus of this role, you will have experience in negotiating contracts, having difficult conversations, objection handling, getting clients re-invested and re-engaged and ultimately retaining the business. You will get commission for every successful renewal as well as good progression pathways. If you come from an Account Manager, retentions or sales background and are looking for a new challenge, apply today and we'll be in touch! \n\nDay-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to the below:\n\nMeet and exceed all monthly Save Rate targets\nMeet and exceed all individual KPIs\nRecord information accurately in CRM\nReport on own performance weekly/ monthly/ quarterly to the Head of Retention and Customer Solutions\nIdentify opportunities to increase contract value by discussing additional products, services and software over usage, focussing on the needs of businesses and driving product usage and engagement\nWork with the finance and credit control departments to retain clients experiencing financial hardship\nWork with the customer service team to re-engage dissatisfied clients following service issues with a view to establishing long term business relationships and customer loyalty\nGenerate new business opportunities via referrals from existing client base or networking\nMaintain and improve client sentiment and online reputation by always providing a super service\nTake ownership of own product knowledge ensuring you are an expert in all things BrightKey requirements \n\nRequired skills and experience\n\nMust have exceptional customer service skills\nMust have a proven record of retaining lost clients through negotiation and excellent customer service in a B2B environment\nMust be able to communicate with internal stakeholders at all levels\nAbility to work in a fast-paced environment\nAdaptable to change and willing to bring forward ideas to shape the future of the role\n Benefits \n\nEnhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service (22 Days for Field Sales)\nPrivate health care cover after 5 years' service\nNew business referral scheme\nAccess to Health Shield\nAccess to the EAP service\nRefer a friend scheme\nPaid birthday leave\nPension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service\nGroup life insurance\nEye care contribution\nFree fruit (office-based staff)\nTravel Season Ticket loan scheme\nMilestone recognition\nDiscounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements\nPace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments\nPark Inn 20% off food and drink\nNew Century food and drink discount\nRevolution De Cuba food and drink discount\nCycle 2 Work scheme* after probationary period\nFree On site Gym\nBright Exchange perksINDMANJ\n\n51242LF\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Portfolio are proud to represent our client, a Global Software company in their serach for a Financial Retentions Specialist. Contract renewals are a main focus of this role, you will have experience in negotiating contracts, having difficult conversations around finances, good objection handling, and ultimately retaining the business. You will get commission for every successful renewal as well as good progression pathways. If you come from an Account Manager, retentions or sales background and are looking for a new challenge, apply today and we'll be in touch! \n\nDay-to-day responsibilities include but are not limited to the below:\n\nMeet and exceed all quarterly growth targets\nMeet and exceed all individual KPIs\nRecord information accurately in CRM\nReport on own performance weekly/ monthly/ quarterly to the Senior Leadership Team\nIdentify opportunities to increase contract value by discussing additional products and services, focussing on the needs of small businesses and driving product usage and engagement\nWork with the finance and credit control departments to retain clients experiencing financial hardship\nWork with the customer service team to re-engage dissatisfied clients following service issues with a view to establishing long term business relationships and customer loyalty\nGenerate new business opportunities via referrals from existing client base or networking\nMaintain and improve client sentiment and online reputation by providing a super service at all times\nTake ownership of own product knowledge ensuring you are an expert in all things BrightKey requirements \n\nRequired skills and experience\n\nMust have exceptional customer service skills\nMust have a proven record of retaining lost clients through negotiation and excellent customer service in a B2B environment\nMust be able to communicate with internal stakeholders at all levels\nAbility to work in a fast passed environment\nAdaptable to change and willing to bring forward ideas to shape the future of the role\n Benefits \n\nEnhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service (22 Days for Field Sales)\nPrivate health care cover after 5 years' service\nNew business referral scheme\nAccess to Health Shield\nAccess to the EAP service\nRefer a friend scheme\nPaid birthday leave\nPension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service\nGroup life insurance\nEye care contribution\nFree fruit (office-based staff)\nTravel Season Ticket loan scheme\nMilestone recognition\nDiscounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements\nPace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments\nPark Inn 20% off food and drink\nNew Century food and drink discount\nRevolution De Cuba food and drink discount\nCycle 2 Work scheme* after probationary period\nFree On site Gym\nBright Exchange perks \n\n51411LF\n\nINDMANJ\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Senior Planner - Transportation Division\n Locations: London/Birmingham/Manchester/Bristol (flexible)\n Duration: 12 months initially \n Rate: Negotiable on experience (Inside IR23)\n\nAs a Senior Planner in our Transportation Division, you'll be able to bring your unique skills, work style and background to the mix. We have a huge variety projects and tenders on the go, so there will always be something exciting for you to get involved in. Join us to build a career as a professional planner, while helping us to make a sustainable difference, and shape the future of our business.\n We are seeking a Senior Planner with experience in the detailed planning of large complex transportation projects. The role within our Transportation Group, based in Birmingham, requires a strong technical background in the transportation industry Rail & Highways.\n The successful applicant will be the facilitator providing comprehensive Project Controls to the project teams and to the client. As the Senior Planner, you will report into the Project Controls Manager, with accountability to the Project Manager.\n Role:\n This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, world class project controls team; working on some of the UK's largest transportation infrastructure projects. You will be part of an experienced team that have a significant impact on the successful delivery of these multi-million-pound contracts, using state of the art project controls tools and techniques that provide concise information to the projects they support.\n Requirements:\n\nRail/Highway experience.\nA detailed understanding of transportation technologies, including but not limited to: Signalling, Track (P-Way), Structures (tunnels, bridges, earthworks, embankments, buildings, structures, gantries, access platforms etc), Electrification & Plant and Telecoms.\nExperience of programming multi-disciplinary engineering design and Good understanding of engineering activities and how engineering is scheduled.\nMust have an excellent understanding for how projects are designed, procured, constructed and commissioned.\nAn expert user of Primavera P6.\nThis role requires the Planner to carry out their Project Control duties with limited supervision, and work under their own initiative in the production of Project Programmes and Tender Programmes.\nPrevious experience of managing Junior planners desired, allocating tasks, checking achievements and providing constructive feedback, direction and management.\nExperience of various forms of contract, including NEC.\nExperience of Schedule Risk and Cost analysis.\nExperience of Claims.\nExperience of working with company Enterprise systems.\nPrepares project resource histograms.\nImplementation and use of EVM on projects.\nMust demonstrate a detailed understanding of Project Controls Techniques including, budget and spend management, change control, Earned Value Management, data analysis, trend analysis and Work Package Management.\nExperience of working on large projects up to £50m.\nExperienced Engineering Professional with a qualification in Mechanical/Civil Engineering preferred.\nMember of the APM preferred.\nExcellent communication skills and able to present and communicate complex matters in a professional and straightforward manner both in writing and orally.\nA proactive, structured and analytical approach to work as well as a good eye for detail and data quality.Responsibilities:\n\nYou will be responsible for all aspects of the Projects programme and Project Controls.\nRepresent and drive Project Controls Policy, attend and guide client progress meetings.\nResponsible for the completion of projects to time and cost.\nProvide regular supervision to junior members of the team as required.\nFamiliar with commercial and financial aspects of project management.\nBuilding relationships with limited set of common clients and maintaining regular client contact.\nHave a good understanding of Transportation technologies and markets.\nProvision of project performance data, project schedules and reports in a concise and timely manner as required by the projects teams.\nSuccessful in identifying any project deviations and slippages, reports and communicates issues to senior members of the team.\nEnsuring that all issues within the programme are highlighted and understood by Senior Management and giving appropriate planning advice.\nYou will deliver the Period Programme Update and information regarding changes and delays that have impacted the programme on a period-by-period basis.\nDelivering the necessary reports to allow Senior Managers to direct the project appropriately

We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering design projects within the water sector.\n\nThis role is ideal for someone with early project or design experience who is ready to step into a more structured project management role, with clear progression toward Project Manager level.\n\nYou’ll work closely with senior engineers and project managers to help coordinate design delivery, manage programmes, and ensure projects run smoothly from concept through to completion.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of projects, helping to keep everything on track — from programme and cost through to quality and client satisfaction.\n\nYour responsibilities will include:\n\n * Supporting the management of multidisciplinary water design projects\n\n * Assisting in delivering projects on time, within budget and to required quality standards\n\n * Helping coordinate design teams and supply chain partners\n\n * Updating and maintaining project programmes\n\n * Supporting the administration of NEC and other contract requirements\n\n * Assisting with commercial tracking, variations and change management\n\n * Maintaining regular communication with clients and internal stakeholders\n\n * Reporting project progress and performance to senior team members\n\n * Supporting the preparation of tenders and technical proposals\n\n * Ensuring effective collaboration across engineering disciplines\n\nAbout You\n\nYou’ll already have some exposure to engineering or project environments and be looking to build a long-term career in project management.\n\nEssential\n\n * 2–5 years’ experience in one or more of the following:\n\n * Engineering design in a regulated industry\n\n * Project engineering\n\n * Project management (design or construction)\n\n * Design coordination / design management\n\n * Degree or HND in an engineering or related discipline\n\n * Strong organisational and communication skills\n\n * Interest in developing a career in project management\n\nWhy Join Us?\n\nThis is a great opportunity to join a growing consultancy where you’ll gain hands-on project experience while being supported to develop into a Project Manager.\n\nYou’ll benefit from:\n\n * Clear progression into Project Manager roles\n\n * Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects\n\n * Support from experienced engineers and project leaders\n\n * Opportunities to get involved in tenders and client-facing work\n\nOur office offers free parking, excellent transport links and access to a fully equipped gym with changing facilities, alongside a collaborative and supportive environment.\n\nWe also offer:\n\n * 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service and option to purchase additional leave\n\n * Training and development support

NEC Assistant Project Manager\n\nOverview \n\nBecome a vital member of our Complex Projects team in the Northwest, based in Manchester or Liverpool, and play a key role in delivering some of the UK's most exciting and prestigious projects. As we continue to expand our presence across multiple sectors, particularly within the regional rail market following a significant recent win, we are looking for Project Managers at all levels to join us and contribute to this growth.\n\nYour role\n\nProvide high-quality project and programme management standards across the whole project lifecycle.\nAdvise clients on the project cost, programme, risks, and issues.\nManage multi-disciplinary professional teams.\nLead communications and relationships with clients and their stakeholders.\nProduce monthly reports including project schedules, risk registers etc.\nImplement effective and efficient communication tools.\nDevelop delivery plans for projects, involve others and ensure objectives are met.\nChallenge the status quo and perform to a high standard in changing environments.\nConstantly pursue performance improvement.About You\n\nHold or be working towards Chartership with APM, RICS or similar.\nDesirable Rail experience.\nExperience in the adoption and management best practice Project Management techniques.\nKnowledge of pre and post contract Project Management responsibilities and able to deliver this service effectively to Clients. Significant experience and a working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts is required. NEC Accreditation is also preferrable.\nThe ability to manage a project throughout its lifecycle.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead the delivery of multidisciplinary engineering design projects within the water sector.\n\nThis role is suited to someone who is confident managing projects end-to-end — from planning and coordination through to delivery — while working closely with engineers, clients and supply chain partners.\n\nYou will take ownership of project performance, ensuring designs are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards, while also supporting the development of more junior project managers.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of engineering design projects, managing both technical coordination and commercial performance.\n\nYour responsibilities will include:\n\n * Leading the delivery of multidisciplinary water design projects\n\n * Ensuring projects are delivered on programme, within budget and to required quality standards\n\n * Managing and administering NEC and other contract requirements\n\n * Developing, updating and managing project programmes\n\n * Maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring client satisfaction\n\n * Reporting project progress, risks and performance to senior stakeholders\n\n * Coordinating internal design teams and external supply chain partners\n\n * Managing project change, variations and commercial considerations\n\n * Supporting the preparation of tenders and proposals\n\n * Leading and developing Assistant Project Managers and junior team members\n\nAbout You\n\nWe are looking for someone with solid project management experience who is confident leading projects and working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment.\n\nIt’s essential that you have:\n\n * Project management and/or design management experience\n\n * Experience within the UK water industry\n\n * Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering projects\n\n * Strong understanding of project programmes, cost control and delivery\n\n * Experience managing or contributing to engineering design projects\n\n * Ability to lead small teams and coordinate multiple stakeholders\n\n * Understanding of commercial and contractual principles\n\nIt’s desirable for you to have:\n\nWe are a growing consultancy delivering engineering projects across the water sector, offering the opportunity to take real ownership of project delivery within a supportive and collaborative environment.\n\nIn this role, you will:\n\n * Lead end-to-end project delivery\n\n * Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams\n\n * Develop your leadership skills while supporting junior project managers\n\n * Contribute to tenders and client-facing work\n\nOur Manchester office offers free parking, excellent transport links and access to a fully equipped gym with changing facilities, alongside a collaborative team environment.\n\nWe also offer:\n\n * 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service and Option to purchase additional leave\n\n * Structured development and progression opportunities\n\n * Monthly team brunches and quarterly socials

Civils Contracts Manager with experience in the rail sector wanted to join a leading infrastructure contractor, based in the Manchester area. This is an office based role, with site visits, which is available as a long-term contract (outside IR35).\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n * Manage multiple civil engineering schemes in the rail, water and energy sectors, ensuring timely completion according to client specifications, safely and within budget\n\n * Agree contract details with client and ensure sign-off prior to works commencing\n\n * Ensure programme of works in line with contractual agreement\n\n * Manage the team, including Project Managers, Construction Managers and Site Managers plus admin staff\n\n * Lead on SHEQ\n\n * Accurate planning of resources and materials in line with project requirements\n\n * Make sure the following are all in place - Health and Safety Plans, Construction Phase Plans, Work Package Plans, Quality Plans and Environmental Management Plans\n\n * Ensure projects are completed in line with client requirements\n\n * Coordinate and manage team, including sub-contractor resource and external consultants, ensuring programme and cost milestones / targets are met\n\n * Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including client, suppliers, sub-contractors etc\n\n * Conduct site inspections and risk assessments\n\n * Assist the commercial and SHEQ teams, providing documentation when called upon\n\nRequirements:\n\nTo be considered for this role, previous experience as a Contracts Manager for civil engineering works within the railway industry is essential. As travel across Northern England is necessary, a driving licence is also required.\n\nApply to Andrew Snelgrove at Deploy

Site Manager Greater Manchester \n\n6 month contract - potential permanent opportunities\n\nNegotiable £\n\nSellick Partnership are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a portfolio of refurbishment and minor construction projects for an FM organisation delivering works across council properties in Greater Manchester. Projects include bathroom refurbishments, electrical upgrades, and general building works across sites such as Sure Start Centres, museums, and other public buildings.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nManage day-to-day site operations across multiple projects within the Manchester area.\nCoordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring adherence to programme, quality standards, and H&S regulations.\nOversee bathroom refurbishments, electrical installations, and minor building works up to £70,000\nMonitor progress and report updates to line managers and the FM project team.\nEnsure all works comply with client specifications, council requirements, and industry standards.\nLiaise with clients, building users, and internal stakeholders to minimise disruption to operational buildings (e.g., community centres, museums).\nManage materials, site logistics, and ensure works are completed on time and within budget.\nMaintain good working relationships with operatives, sub-contractors, and external partners.Essential Qualifications & Experience:\n\nCSCS card\nSMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).\nFirst Aid at work certificate\nPrevious experience managing multiple small works or minor refurbishment projects.\nProven experience working in the public sectorIf you are interested in the role, please apply directly or contact Josh at the Derby Office.\n\nSellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website

Civils Contracts Manager with experience in the rail sector wanted to join a leading infrastructure contractor, based in the Manchester area. This is an office based role, with site visits.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n * Manage multiple civil engineering schemes in the rail, water and energy sectors, ensuring timely completion according to client specifications, safely and within budget\n\n * Agree contract details with client and ensure sign-off prior to works commencing\n\n * Ensure programme of works in line with contractual agreement\n\n * Manage the team, including Project Managers, Construction Managers and Site Managers plus admin staff\n\n * Lead on SHEQ\n\n * Accurate planning of resources and materials in line with project requirements\n\n * Make sure the following are all in place - Health and Safety Plans, Construction Phase Plans, Work Package Plans, Quality Plans and Environmental Management Plans\n\n * Ensure projects are completed in line with client requirements\n\n * Coordinate and manage team, including sub-contractor resource and external consultants, ensuring programme and cost milestones / targets are met\n\n * Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including client, suppliers, sub-contractors etc\n\n * Conduct site inspections and risk assessments\n\n * Assist the commercial and SHEQ teams, providing documentation when called upon\n\nRequirements:\n\nTo be considered for this role, previous experience as a Contracts Manager for civil engineering works within the railway industry is essential. As travel across Northern England is necessary, a driving licence is also required.\n\nApply to Andrew Snelgrove at Deploy

Project Procurement Manager\n\nLocation: Manchester / Hybrid\n Contract: 6-9 Month Rolling Contract\n Rate: £40 per hour (PAYE)\n\nThe Role\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Project Procurement Manager to join a high-performing Project Team on a contract basis. You will play a key role in integrating procurement into the project management process, organising, controlling, and monitoring all procurement activities across allocated projects.\n\nWorking autonomously, you will develop and deliver procurement strategies, manage supplier engagement, and ensure cost-effective purchasing aligned to programme and business objectives. Typical project values range up to £500m with spend in excess of £200m\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDevelop and drive procurement strategies to achieve cost, schedule, and quality objectives\nLead RFQs, supplier negotiations, selection processes, and issue purchase orders in line with procurement procedures\nTake ownership of allocated A & B projects with combined values of £100m+\nEnsure all procurement activity complies with corporate procurement policies, LoA, and business requirements\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with strategic and key suppliers\nLead supplier development activities on strategic commodities (typically £5m+)\nSupport tendering activity to ensure competitive customer offerings while maintaining compliance\nEnsure supplier Terms & Conditions mitigate risk in line with procurement strategy\nMonitor market trends and provide advice to the Project Team and wider business\nIdentify and mitigate potential supply chain risks\nDrive continuous improvement, including e-Business solutions, SAP functionality, and new initiatives\nMaintain key procurement data and provide core documentation including Procurement Plans, Jedox, Bid Comparisons, and Sourcing Board papers\nManage quality, delivery, and close-out of all purchases, including invoice resolution\nSupport Procurement Managers' objectives and deputise within the department when required\nUphold business compliance standards, including Business Conduct Guidelines and confidentiality requirements\n\nSkills & Experience Required\n\nCIPS Level 6 qualified or working towards MCIPS (or equivalent experience)\nMinimum 5 years' experience within a procurement function\nProven experience in Product, Operational, or Project Procurement\nStrong commercial and contractual negotiation experience, including: \nIndividual purchases up to £5m\nCommodity management spend up to £5m per annum\nFramework agreements exceeding £10m per annum\nSolid understanding of purchasing techniques for manufacturing and project equipment, goods, and services\nPractical knowledge of contract law and its application in procurement\nStrong logistics expertise, including in-depth knowledge of INCOTERMS\nConfident communicator with experience delivering presentations and chairing meetings\nAbility to work autonomously while influencing stakeholders across multiple business functions\n\nRullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

Graduate Property Manager\n\nManchester, Didsbury (HQ)\n\n24,906\n\nTemporary, Full Time\n\nClosing Date - Thursday 30th April\n\nAssessment Day - Late May 2026\n\nFinal Stage Interview - June 2026\n\nRole Overview\n\nReporting to the Operations Manager, you will develop, co-ordinate and ensure delivery of a comprehensive generic housing management service to the Association’s Leasehold and affordable housing properties (included rented and shared ownership) and assist in the design proposals for new developments. you will provide a high-quality, responsive and value-for-money housing management service to our customers and an exceptional “first point of contact resolution” customer experience.\n\nWhat you’ll be doing as a graduate Property Manager at Great Places\n\n· To undertaking regular estate visits and monitoring of service contracts, addressing property and estate management issues ensuring that service is delivered proactively and taking steps to address any contract under performance.\n\n· To co-ordinate the delivery of a comprehensive leasehold, tenancy and estate management service to a defined neighbourhood or “patch” on a range of issues including rents and rent arrears, tenancy/leasehold management, anti-social behaviours and general housing advice developing effective prevention and intervention services.\n\n· Ensure responsive and planned repairs carried out to properties are of a high standard, delivered well, within budgets and in accordance with legislative requirements.\n\n· To be involved in the preparation of service charge accounts and budgets.\n\n· To deliver value for money and manage resources effectively and efficiently, ensuring that targets (financial and non-financial) are met;\n\n· To promote Great Places to employers, sector bodies, and the local community, developing effective partnerships with employers, the funding agencies and other representative bodies;\n\n· To observe all policies / procedures / working practices / regulations and in particular to comply with Great Places Equality and Diversity Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Safeguarding Policy\n\n· To undertake appropriate training and staff development.\n\n· To identify and develop individual contribution in the delivery of the Great Places competency framework\n\nWhat we are looking for..........\n\n· Someone who will maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information\n\n· Professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity\n\n· A commitment to understand the challenges and opportunities that exist in the communities in which we work. We particularly value lived experience in social housing\n\n· To ensure the responsibilities of the post are carried out in a way that reflects the standards, vision and values of Great Places;\n\n· A team player who brings a positive, helpful attitude\n\n· Someone open to learning and developing their skills and experience\n\n· A good listener who takes pride in detail and follow-through\n\n· Someone who is motivated by improving people’s lives\n\n· Develop an in-depth knowledge of properties and customers within the patch and focus on making connections with customers and other stakeholders.\n\n· To promote the range of tools to enable customers to manage their rent accounts independently and provide advice about the ways they can access financial help\n\nWhat you’ll need.........\n\n· A high level of attention to detail\n\n· Able to work as part of a team as well as on own initiative\n\n· Ambitious with a personal drive to succeed\n\n· Commitment to work in partnership with others for the benefit of Great Places\n\n· Personally positive and highly motivated\n\n· Professional and value led with integrity, inclusivity and respect for diversity\n\n· The ability to work well during periods of change or uncertainty\n\n· Willingness to learn and ambition to become a leader within your chosen field\n\n· Ability to build and maintain trust and respect\n\n· Adopt a flexible working style to ensure the delivery of a high standard of service and positive customer experience.\n\nHow we support you and your career at Great Places….\n\n· A fully accredited qualification to aid in your development\n\n· Full equipment to help you perform best at your role\n\n· Dedicated time each week for studying and learning\n\n· Mentorship and line management from senior professionals\n\n· A warm, inclusive team where your ideas and growth matter\n\n· Access to our Growing Greatness talent programme including workshops, networks, and development activities\n\n· Support from our Emerging Talent and Development Specialist which will include reviews, check-ins and the opportunity to discuss your progress

Senior M&E Project Manager - Major Project (Manchester)\nLocation: Manchester (with future projects across the North West)\nSalary: Circa £95,000 + Comprehensive Package\n\nThe Opportunity\nWe are a Tier 1 Main Contractor with a strong pipeline of high-profile, technically complex projects across the North West. Due to continued growth and a flagship project award in Manchester, we are seeking an experienced Senior M&E Project Manager to lead the mechanical and electrical delivery on a major scheme.\n\nThis is a pivotal leadership role, reporting directly to the Project Director, where you will take full responsibility for M&E delivery on site ensuring programme, quality, safety, and commercial objectives are achieved. The M&E package on this project is valued at circa £50 million, offering a significant and high-impact scope of works.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and oversee all day-to-day M&E site activities on a major project\nManage, mentor, and coordinate a team of M&E Managers and Engineers\nEnsure all works are delivered in line with programme milestones and budget targets\nDrive health & safety standards across all M&E operations\nCoordinate with construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure seamless project delivery\nManage subcontractors, ensuring performance, quality, and compliance\nContribute to project planning, risk management, and value engineering initiatives\nProvide clear and consistent reporting to the Project Director and senior stakeholdersWhat We're Looking For\n\nProven experience as a Senior or Lead M&E Project Manager on large-scale construction projects (Tier 1 or major subcontractor background preferred)\nStrong leadership experience managing site teams and multiple workstreams\nDemonstrable track record of delivering complex M&E packages on time and within budget\nExperience managing high-value M&E packages (circa £50m preferred)\nExcellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, commissioning, and handover processes\nStrong commercial awareness and contract understanding\nExceptional communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat's on Offer\n\nSalary circa £95,000\nAttractive benefits package (car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare)\nLong-term pipeline of secured work across the North West\nOpportunity to work on landmark, technically challenging projects\nClear progression pathway within a leading Tier 1 contractorApply Now\nIf you are an experienced M&E leader looking for your next challenge in Manchester and beyond, we would love to hear from you

Support Coordinator\nWe’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in the Salford area.\nThis is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.\nPosition: S11363 Stroke Support Coordinator\nLocation: Home-based, Salford, however, regular travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)\nHours: Part-time, 21 hours per week\nSalary: Circa £17,000 per annum (FTE circa £28,300 per annum)\nContract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2027.\nBenefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.\nClosing Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026\nInterview Date: Thursday 28 May 2026 and Friday 29 May 2026\nThe Role\nThe service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.\nA key part of the role will be to recruit, train and manage a team of volunteers, to support service users and the delivery of the service.\nThe Stroke Support Coordinator will:\n * Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.\n * Provide personalised information, advice and support.\n * Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes\n * Be accountable for volunteers, so experience of recruiting, training and managing volunteers would be an advantage.\nAbout You\nThe post holder will have experience/background in:\n * A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities.\n * Setting up and running groups.\nThis role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.\nTo fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.\nIf you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role.\nYou will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience as part of the process. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter.\nFinding strength through support\nThe organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.\nThey are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.\nIt’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.\nThe Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.\nThe charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.\nA Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.\nYou may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service. #INDNFP\nPlease note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People

(Technical Services Manager) - Position Overview Our client, a well-established construction company based in Manchester, is seeking an experienced Technical Services Manager to join the team you'll will play a key part in delivering high-quality design and build, office fit-out, and refurbishment projects, including both CAT A and CAT B works. The Technical Services Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all building services (MEP) aspects of projects from tender stage through to completion and handover. The role ensures all technical services are delivered in line with client requirements, programme, cost, and quality expectations. (Technical Services Manager) - Position Remuneration • Salary - £65,000 - £75,000 (Dependant on experience), • Monday to Friday - 40 Hours per week, • 26 Days Holiday, • Death in service benefit 4 times gross salary, • Employee Ownership annual partner tax free bonus scheme (after 12 months service), • Discretionary performance bonus scheme, • Commission for all staff that bring business opportunities to the company. (1% of project value paid after contract has been invoiced), • Health Cash Plan, • Tesco voucher to the value of £50 per month (not contractual and subject to current legislation and staff welfare guidance), • Training development support, • Quarterly company socials, • Cycle2Work, • Further alternative pay benefits (ie. Purchase additional holidays, tech scheme) Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction / Estimation Phase • Review tender documentation, specifications, and employer's requirements, • Provide technical input, value engineering, and risk identification, • Assess programme constraints and phasing, • validate subcontractor proposals for compliance & CDM Design Development & Coordination • Lead MEP design development in line with D&B obligations, • Manage subcontractors, • Ensure compliance with Building Control and client requirements, • Review tender returns and evaluate subcontractors, • Define scopes of work clearly and ensure ERs are met, • Advise on subcontractor selection, • Negotiate betterment from supply chain Construction Phase • Monitor installation for quality and compliance, • Resolve technical issues and clash detection with project teams, • Conduct site inspections and audits, • Coordinate builders work in connection with services Commissioning and Handover • Develop commissioning programme, • Oversee testing and commissioning activities, • Ensure O&M manuals and as-built documentation are submitted, • Arrange client training and handover, • Manage defects and close-out Skills & Experience • Strong MEP technical knowledge, • Experience in D&B fit-out projects, • Tendering and VE, • Design and subcontractor management, • Knowledge of UK regulations and standards, • Commercial awareness Key Competencies • Leadership and coordination, • Problem-solving and decision-making, • Communication and stakeholder management, • Attention to detail, • Time and programme management (Technical Services Manager) - Position Requirements Essential: • Strong background in building services engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)., • Experience in interior fit-out / refurbishment projects (commercial, office, retail, or hospitality)., • Good understanding of UK building regulations and standards., • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications., • Strong coordination and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Desirable: • Degree or HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering or related discipline., • Membership of a professional body (e.g., Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers)., • Experience with BIM and coordination software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks). Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

Lead Project Manager (Contract) – Inside IR35 💼 Duration: Initial 3-6 months 📍 Location: Hybrid 📅 Start Date: ASAP 💷 Day Rate: £550 per day inside IR35 Overview: We are seeking an experienced Lead Project Manager to drive delivery across a series of efficiency-focused initiatives, including Health Information Share, Text-to-Speech, and Intelligent Audit. This role will play a critical part in ensuring successful end-to-end delivery of complex, data-driven and technology-enabled programmes, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment. The successful candidate will combine strong delivery leadership with technical awareness, enabling teams to meet tight deadlines, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes within budget. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, timelines, and budget constraints, • Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to define scope, priorities, and delivery plans across complex workstreams, • Drive delivery using a blend of Agile, Waterfall, and Lean methodologies, adapting approaches to suit programme needs, • Facilitate Agile ceremonies, governance forums, workshops, and stakeholder engagement sessions, • Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies through structured approaches such as RAID logs, • Act as the key interface between technical teams and business stakeholders, managing expectations and resolving conflicts, • Develop and maintain delivery roadmaps, milestones, and performance metrics to ensure operational efficiency, • Provide clear and consistent reporting on progress, financials, risks, and outcomes to senior stakeholders, • Support technical teams by understanding system architecture, APIs, and SDLC processes to identify blockers and enable progress, • Ensure delivery meets quality standards, using data-driven insights and performance metrics to guide decision-making, • Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor relationships, ensuring commercial efficiency and return on investment, • Lead, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams, fostering a high-performance and continuous improvement culture ✔ Proven experience as a Lead Project Manager delivering complex technology and data-driven programmes ✔ Strong experience working across Agile, Waterfall, and Lean delivery methodologies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, PRINCE2, SAFe) ✔ Demonstrated ability to manage risks, dependencies, and delivery across multiple workstreams ✔ Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including conflict resolution at senior levels ✔ Strong technical understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), APIs, and architecture ✔ Experience managing budgets, financial forecasts, and ensuring ROI on project delivery ✔ Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and deliver against tight deadlines ✔ Proven leadership capability, including mentoring teams and driving high-performance delivery cultures ✔ Experience working in Government organisations Desirable Skills • Experience delivering initiatives such as Health Information Share, Text-to-Speech, or Intelligent Audit solutions, • Exposure to data and analytics platforms or cloud-based technologies, • Experience working in environments where tooling, processes, or governance models are evolving, • Strong focus on continuous improvement, including lessons learned and delivery optimisation

Project Managers to Associate Project Managers | Stadia, Residential or Defence Manchester (hybrid) Competitive salary + car allowance, bonus & excellent benefits Full-time | Permanent An independent, globally respected real estate and infrastructure consultancy is expanding its Manchester team following sustained national growth and major programme wins across residential, stadia and defence sectors. Backed by significant long-term investment, this organisation delivers complex, high-value schemes for a diverse portfolio of public and private sector clients. Their projects range from large-scale residential developments and iconic sporting venues to secure defence infrastructure. This is an opportunity to join a consultancy known for commercial credibility, technical excellence and a people-first culture, offering clear progression from Project Manager through to Director level. There are three dedicated sector teams (Residential, Stadia, Defence), each with its own leadership structure and pipeline. The opportunity You will play a key role in delivering projects from early-stage feasibility and pre-construction through to practical completion. Depending on level, responsibilities will include: • Leading project delivery across residential, stadia or defence schemes, • Acting as Contract Administrator under JCT or NEC forms, • Managing governance, programme, risk and commercial performance, • Driving quality, H&S and stakeholder engagement standards, • Advising clients through structured reporting and strategic input, • Mentoring junior team members (Senior PM / Associate level), • Supporting sector growth and client relationship development (Associate level) This role suits professionals who enjoy both technical delivery and client-facing responsibility. About you You will be operating within a consultancy, client-side or developer environment and comfortable managing complex stakeholder structures. Essential experience: • Degree-qualified in a construction-related discipline (or equivalent experience), • Demonstrable experience administering JCT and/or NEC contracts, • Strong understanding of procurement and governance frameworks, • Experience delivering projects within residential, regulated, secure or complex environments, • Commercially astute with strong reporting capability, • Confident communicator able to present at senior stakeholder level For Associate-level applicants, experience contributing to business development, sector growth or team leadership will be advantageous. What’s on offer • Competitive salary + car allowance + annual bonus, • Structured progression pathways across PM to Associate, • Hybrid working model, • Significant investment in CPD and leadership development, • Exposure to nationally significant programmes, • Collaborative, inclusive team culture For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply with your CV or contact Dean Forster at Tempest Jones on .

Contracts Manager Our client, a well-established and reputable civils contractor, is looking for a highly experienced, site-based Contracts Manager to take full control of groundworks and civil engineering projects. This is a hands-on delivery role, not office-based, focused on ensuring projects are properly planned, resourced, and delivered on time and profitably. Key Responsibilities • Site Leadership: Be present on site, manage Site Managers, and ensure labour and teams are performing daily, • Programme Control: Own and manage project programmes, including 6-week lookaheads and milestone delivery, • Resource Management: Control labour, plant, and materials to avoid delays and inefficiencies, • Commercial Oversight: Work closely with QS, manage variations, issue contract notices (NEC/JCT), and protect margins, • Reporting: Provide weekly updates on progress, costs, risks, and performance, • HSQE Compliance: Ensure safety, quality, and systems are followed on site Additional Duties • Chair meetings and liaise with clients and directors, • Support pre-construction and estimating, • Recruit, mentor, and develop site teams Requirements • 15+ years in groundworks/civil engineering, • Strong NEC/JCT knowledge, • Proven delivery of multiple projects end-to-end, • Strong organisational and programme management skills Key Traits • Delivery-focused and proactive, • Strong on-site presence and leadership, • Commercially aware and detail-oriented, • Confident and willing to challenge

Job title: Product Manager Reports to: Head of Product Management Location: Hybrid / Remote / Manchester Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package About Yourgene Health: Yourgene Health offers a comprehensive suite of non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) solutions, including a complete NGS workflow designed to provide laboratories with flexible, scalable testing and a broad clinical menu, tailored to their needs. In addition, Yourgene also offer a NIPT sample service for healthcare professionals. Supporting the wider reproductive lifecycle, Yourgene offer a portfolio of PCR-based clinical screening assays, including tests for cystic fibrosis, aneuploidy analysis, pregnancy loss, male factor infertility, and thrombosis risk. As part of the expanding Precision Medicine portfolio, the Yourgene® DPYD genotyping PCR assay supports safer chemotherapy regimes, by identifying patients at risk of severe fluoropyrimidine toxicity. Powered by Ranger® Technology, Yourgene’s portfolio of automated DNA size selection instruments delivers high-precision fragment selection and dynamic target enrichment across a wide range of clinical and research sequencing applications. Designed to support laboratories from low- to high-throughput workflows, Ranger® instruments provide an innovative solution for applications including NIPT, gene synthesis, CRISPR gene editing, and long-read sequencing. Yourgene Health is part of the Novacyt Group of companies and is headquartered in Manchester, UK with facilities in Singapore and Canada. Our Culture: Yourgene is a growing, vibrant and exciting place to work, we are looking for committed driven individuals to be part of our next growth journey. Our culture is described by our employee's as collegiate, friendly, professional, innovative, open and fast paced. We have many social and wellbeing initiatives run by our Nova Social and Charity Huddle that keep our sense of community and togetherness alive. At Yourgene we focus on putting values led programmes in place to ensure that we can attract, retain and develop our people. We want our people to have a career with Yourgene and we ensure that they are recognised and rewarded for their achievements and commitment, everyone plays a critical role in our growth journey. Description of role: We are looking to recruit a full-time and permanent Product Manager, a key strategic role with responsibility for a defined portfolio of Yourgene Health products. The Product Manager plays a strategic role within the organisation, ensuring that our products deliver meaningful value to customers while supporting sustainable business growth. This role is responsible for understanding customer needs, market dynamics, and emerging opportunities, translating these insights into product strategies that drive innovation and competitive advantage. Working cross-functionally with commercial, scientific, and operational teams, the Product Manager ensures we are building the right products for the right customers and solving the most important problems in the market. They are responsible for guiding product development from concept through launch and lifecycle management, ensuring that products are delivered to the highest standards and aligned with business objectives. By combining strong market insight with customer understanding, the Product Manager helps identify new opportunities to create value, improve existing offerings, and shape the future direction of the product portfolio. Ultimately, this role ensures that our organisation continues to develop products that meet customer needs, deliver measurable impact, and drive long-term growth. Key areas of responsibility: • Owning and defining the product vision and strategy., • Creating the strategic product roadmap, developing business cases and ensuring alignment within the company., • Leading on the voice of the customer and capturing feedback to provide valuable insights., • Developing curated, specific and clear user needs that have captured the voice of the customer., • Collaborating with product development to translate into product features or updates or new releases., • Contributing to the companies NPI strategy and execution., • Developing and executing successful Go To Market (GTM) plans., • Developing market led pricing models with cross functional input., • Value proposition and positioning., • KOL engagement programme., • Customer collaborations to validate and beta test new updates / features., • Develop sales enablement tools. Qualifications, Skills and Abilities: Behaviours: • Strategic thinker., • Self- starter with excellent collaboration and communication skills., • Technically curious and literate – ability to understanding a range molecular diagnostics workflows and technologies including NGS and PCR., • Empathy - ability to empathise and develop a deep understanding of what success looks like for the customer., • Customer focused – able to put themselves into the shoes of the customer and build rapport., • Curiosity – the desire to explore problems with the customer and understand the multi-faceted way these can be resolved., • Exceptional attention to detail, • Expectation of up to 20% travel – across UK, customers and events globally as required Qualifications: • Life science degree, • Product Management experience within a technical field, • Business experience in molecular diagnostics Closing Date: Sunday 3rd May, 2026 Equal opportunities: Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law. Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Yourgene Health and Novacyt Group employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Yourgene Health and the Novacyt Group of companies. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.

Design Manager – Water About the Role We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to work for our growing engineering design consultancy. You will lead and deliver multidisciplinary design projects within the water industry. This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing design teams, ensuring high-quality technical delivery, and meeting programme and safety expectations across regulated infrastructure projects. THE ROLE CAN BE PERMANENT OR CONTRACT (OUTSIDE IR35), FULL TIME AND BASED MAINLY FROM THE MANCHESTER OFFICE, HOWEVER HYBRID WORKING ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE DISCUSSED. Key Responsibilities • Manage, mentor, and develop engineers, CAD technicians, and graduate staff, • Grow the design team while fostering a positive, collaborative working culture, • Lead the design process on complex, multidisciplinary water industry projects, • Shape, challenge, and continuously improve design processes and procedures, • Ensure all design work is undertaken in line with agreed processes and standards, • Drive the adoption of appropriate software tools, including BIM and 3D modelling, • Ensure design deliverables meet all safety, quality, and integration requirements, • Deliver design outputs within agreed timescales and budgeted hours, • Ensure best practice, relevant standards, and suitable software tools are used, • Accurately record and manage design changes, • Assist with estimating design hours and resource requirements Required Qualifications & Experience • Minimum 10 years’ experience in the engineering design industry within a regulated sector, such as:, • Water (essential), • Rail, • Oil & Gas, • Nuclear, • Highways, • Bridges, • Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline, • Strong IT capability and familiarity with modern design tools Preferred Qualifications & Experience • Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary design teams and projects, • Experience developing junior engineers and building team capability, • Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Civils Contracts Manager with experience in the rail sector wanted to join a leading infrastructure contractor, based in the Manchester area. This is an office based role, with site visits. Responsibilities: • Manage multiple civil engineering schemes in the rail, water and energy sectors, ensuring timely completion according to client specifications, safely and within budget, • Agree contract details with client and ensure sign-off prior to works commencing, • Ensure programme of works in line with contractual agreement, • Manage the team, including Project Managers, Construction Managers and Site Managers plus admin staff, • Lead on SHEQ, • Accurate planning of resources and materials in line with project requirements, • Make sure the following are all in place - Health and Safety Plans, Construction Phase Plans, Work Package Plans, Quality Plans and Environmental Management Plans, • Ensure projects are completed in line with client requirements, • Coordinate and manage team, including sub-contractor resource and external consultants, ensuring programme and cost milestones / targets are met, • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including client, suppliers, sub-contractors etc, • Conduct site inspections and risk assessments, • Assist the commercial and SHEQ teams, providing documentation when called upon Requirements: To be considered for this role, previous experience as a Contracts Manager for civil engineering works within the railway industry is essential. As travel across Northern England is necessary, a driving licence is also required. Apply to Andrew Snelgrove at Deploy.

Site Manager – Refurbishment & Minor Works (FM) Location: Multiple sites across Greater Manchester (primarily within the M60) Contract: 6-month temporary assignment (ASAP start) with potential to go permanent Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (flexibility available) An FM organisation delivering works across council-owned properties is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a portfolio of small refurbishment and minor construction projects (£70k max). Works include bathroom refurbishments, electrical upgrades and general building works across live public-sector environments such as community centres, museums and children’s centres. Key Responsibilities • Manage multiple live sites across Greater Manchester, • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring H&S, quality and programme compliance, • Oversee bathroom, electrical and minor building works, • Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and maintain safety documentation, • Monitor progress, report updates and manage site logistics, • Liaise with building users to minimise disruption in operational environments Essential Requirements • SMSTS and 3-Day First Aid, • CSCS Card (Manager level preferred), • Strong technical background (ideally ex-trades), • Experience managing multiple small works or refurbishment projects, • Proven public-sector or council buildings experience, • Strong H&S and CDM knowledge, • Confident using IT systems for reporting and communication Desirable • FM or maintenance background, • Knowledge of local authority compliance, • Ability to manage several projects with minimal supervision