Cost engineer jobs in United Kingdom

Are you a skilled and organised engineering professional ready to make a substantial impact in a growing organization? We are seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join our team, playing a pivotal role in the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. The prospective applicant needs to demonstrate the following: · To Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, and detailed timelines, coordinating resources effectively to ensure milestones are met with efficiency. · To track and control project costs, working closely with finance on accurate forecasts and identifying cost-saving opportunities to align with budget goals. · To ensure adherence to regulatory standards, company policies, and safety protocols, conducting regular quality checks and audits to maintain design and specification compliance. · To serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and suppliers, providing timely project updates and maintaining alignment with all stakeholders’ expectations. · To act as a technical resource throughout construction and commissioning, offering expert guidance and approving contractor work to ensure specification compliance. · To identify and document potential project risks, developing mitigation strategies proactively, while maintaining comprehensive “as-built” drawings, project reports, and handover documentation. · To collaborate on resource planning, optimising materials, labor, and equipment usage, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives for safety and efficiency. Skills, experience, and qualification required for the role. · Bachelor’s degree in Engineering · Proven experience in project management within a relevant industry. · Strong technical, organizational, and analytical skills. · Proficiency in project management · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collaboration and stakeholder satisfaction. Experience in the similar role for 2 years is desirable. If you’re a results-driven Project Engineer ready for a dynamic and impactful role, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, detailing your experience and qualifications. Hour: 37.5 Hours per/week

Are you looking to kick-start a new career in IT? We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Network Engineer Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (£24K-£45K) upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps. Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised IT Support courses by CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco. Step 2 - Practical Training You will gain the practical experience by using our cutting edge Livelabs. Gaining hands-on experience is essential in today’s IT industry for both certifications and keeping up to date with new technologies. Step 3 - Official exams You will then go on to sit the Cisco CCNA exam to give you the official certifications which will be recognised worldwide. Step 4 - IT Technician placement (£24-£45K) You will be placed into your first role as an IT Technician, with a starting salary of anywhere between £24K-£45K. You will need to gain two years experience in this role before you can progress into a Network engineer role. Network Engineer Role You will now be ready to move into your Network Engineer role. We have partnered with a number of large IT companies who have a massive shortage of qualified Network Engineers. At a one off cost of £999, or a deposit of £149 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £104, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

AACS Limited has been an established family business for over 30 years, delivering the best expertise within the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Sector across the North East and beyond. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced and driven individual to fill the role of a Projects Manager, to support the established team to provide our customers with the highest standards of designing, planning and installation of new projects. As part of the AACS Limited you can expect to work alongside a friendly and supportive close-knit team within the office environment and to lead and inspire the next generation of Air Conditioning Engineers. You will play a key role in a robust family business, where your suggestions are welcome and listened to. Role: The Projects Manager shall be responsible for ensuring that the service delivered is fully in accordance with the Customers’ requirements and specifications. The Sales and Project Manager shall be technically qualified, experienced in managing both small- and large-scale installation projects from dealing with customers’ enquiries in an efficient and friendly manner face to face, via telephone or e-mail. Pricing and preparation of sales quotations, ordering installation equipment, creating risk and method statements in line with the site requitements for each project and creating commissioning packs. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, by surveying, designing, pricing, organising and running installation projects within Air Conditioning and Ventilation. Team Leadership: Lead and oversee installation, servicing and maintenance teams to deliver project objectives, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the teams. Budget Management: Prepare project budgets, monitor costs, and ensure projects are completed within financial constraints. Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing concerns, providing updates, including dealing with the coordination of workforce and sub-contractors by attending site meetings with the client. Risk Management: Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues to ensure minimal disruption to project progress. Quality Assurance: Oversee quality control throughout the project life cycle, ensuring all work meets industry and company standards. Reporting: Prepare regular progress reports, including project status, risks, and financial health, for senior management. Compliance: Ensure all projects comply with health and safety regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.

Hospitality Supervisor & Admin Support ** **Permanent Are you a hospitality Jedi? Are you passionate about customer service? Do you love admin? This could be the perfect role for you! ** The Company** We are an award-winning (Cinema Audio Society, Music & Sound, Promax UK, Vox) world class leader in audio services, providing clients with a full offering to deliver any requirement needed in audio advertising, content or production across the globe. We’re based in the UK and USA and our 12 studios in Central London are a centre of excellence. We have creative, media, studios and digital under one roof and work on; radio, Spotify and digital audio advertising; audio post for TV and films; audiobooks; podcasts; music; foreign dubbing; gaming and digital campaigns to support audio experiences. Our clients include Spotify (we are their creative partner in the UK & North America), Acast, Netflix, Amazon, Cartoon Network, Disney, Guinness, Paddy Power Betfair, Audible and Penguin Random House. As more and more people consume and interact with audio technology, we help our clients navigate the complex world of audio and the opportunities it brings. We help brands to build their audio identity and create a distinctive sound and connection to the audiences they need to reach. We’re a mix of arty, geeky, techy, creative types who deliver exceptional products for our clients every single day. Diversity and inclusion matter to us and we are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, physical ability, neurodiversity and experience. We welcome your uniqueness. In the last few years we’ve also donated time and money to Macmillan Cancer Support, The Malaria Foundation and Crisis, and we intend to do a lot more. We are committed to developing the audio industry and its future talent and we’re an active supporter of initiatives to inspire, train and develop young talent and open our doors to bring a diverse group of people into our industry. ** OUR VALUES** We know it’s all about getting the mix just right… 1 - We’re on the same wavelength We're one team We support each other We work together to achieve collective success 2 - We hear every pin drop We care about the details We deliver on what we promise We take responsibility 3 - We’re all ears We care passionately about our clients We provide exceptional customer service We build long term partnerships ** Our Culture - Defined By Our Team** We're creative (standard). We're honest and open. A swear jar would bankrupt us all. We're all equal and we laugh at ourselves… and each other. We're unconventional, productive and we do whatever it takes to get the job done. We like burgers (meat, veggie and vegan). We always make time for each other and our clients. We live and breathe audio. We're people pleasers. We're all very different and we love that about our team. We praise each other and recognise achievements. We like going to the pub for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. We don't quit, we fix. We're kind and caring. We make a difference. We stick together and pick each other up when it's needed. We like to dance. We love karaoke. We say please and thank you. We're passionate and motivated. We always leave our clients feeling good. ** The person we are looking for** You love customer service and you get a kick out of admin. As the face of the studios and the first point of contact for most visitors, you will effortlessly welcome and assist clients, ensuring their comfort and needs are met through impeccable service, a warm demeanour, and clear communication. Your adept multitasking abilities will shine as you navigate busy reception periods with poise, and prepare studios for upcoming sessions, all while upholding an impeccable attention to detail and a positive attitude. Beyond client care, you will play an integral role in our operations by providing administrative support across all teams; managing documents and receipts, overseeing stock-taking, running reports, updating our CRM system, organising events and helping with data entry. If you are ready to leave an indelible mark on our studio's hospitality experience and collaborate with our diverse team, we invite you to join us in redefining excellence in audio post production. ** Key responsibilities** -Meeting and greeting clients, actors and guests into the building -Providing food and refreshments to all visitors -Adhering to strict check in / check out procedures -Providing guests with access passes where applicable -Ensuring the studios, communal areas and kitchenettes are sufficiently stocked and organising regular stock takes -General cleaning duties, including tidy down of studios, communal areas and kitchenettes (emptying dishwashers, hoovering, wiping down of surfaces etc.) -Maintaining any equipment specifically used for hospitality (coffee machines etc) -Manage receipts and additional administrative support -Supporting teams across all aspects of admin -Help removing and disposing of any confidential material securely (such a scripts) -Answering the phone and taking incoming messages. -Postal or courier administration. -Support dealing with any additional cleaning issues via an external supplier -Closing down, locking doors and setting alarms across the facility -Assisting with the planning and organisation of team social events. ** Essential requirements** -Hospitality experience is a must. -Confidence making and serving drinks, tidying tables and taking orders. -An interest in a fast paced working environment - no two days are the same! -A high level of organisational skills and experience. -Excellent attention to detail. -Proactive and able to work on your own initiative. -Ability to problem solve and work under pressure. -Confident, friendly, approachable and a team player. -Good level of experience of using Apple Macs, Google docs and sheets or similar programs -An understanding of receipt management and basic cost-tracking. -Confidence and calm under pressure dealing with celebrity clientele Must be eligible to work in the UK ** Bonus Points** -An additional language -First Aid or Fire Warden training ** Working hours /requirements** ** ** **-**This role is based onsite at our studios on Tottenham Court Road, London. -9 hour day, including 1 hour lunch break. -Daily start/end times will vary based on session start/ends. Requirements for most days range between 8am - 6pm with occasional evening work required. Salary and benefits -£27,500 per annum -25 days flexible holiday plus standard bank holidays for England and 3 fixed days between Christmas and New Year, when the business is closed. -Medical insurance scheme -Life insurance policy -Eye Care scheme with Specsavers -Cycle to work scheme -Season ticket loan -Various training schemes to help us all be better The hiring process It’s really important that we are a right fit for each other. Therefore we usually have three chats; phone, online and in person. This is so we can get to know each other properly which is really important for you and us, as we want you to be with us for a long time so you need to know it’s right for you too. If there is another way you’d like to do this, that will really give you the chance to shine, please tell us if we get in touch to chat. Apply Please apply with your CV and a covering letter and tell us why you’d like to join us and how you’d add brilliance to our team. Candidates need to have the right to work in the UK. Previous applicants are welcome. Please note, this is not a sound engineering or runner role. No agencies please. Thank you.

We have a great opportunity available for a Senior Civil Engineer (Highways) to join our team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. - working from home / site visits when required. As Senior Civil Engineer (Highways) you will provide design and project management services to support strategic programmes and activities within the Capitals team. You will be responsible for managing projects in accordance with our change framework, across the portfolio of projects for the services. Working independently and pro-actively leading on the delivery of the key objectives, managing stakeholders, and delivering high quality outputs and outcomes under little supervision. Benefits: Now is a fantastic time to become part of our team and in return we can offer you an excellent range of benefits including flexible working options, remote working, a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days (rising to 35 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays, an enhanced local government pension scheme, a range of discounts, an onsite gym, salary sacrifice car schemes, an employee assistance program and so much more! Key responsibilities: Technical design to relevant UK standards (DMRB, Manual for streets) as well as producing high standard professional written technical reports. Producing technical drawings using Civil's 3D. Liaising and maintaining a good relationship with internal and external clients answering queries and responding to technical issues, provide support, and ensure that we deliver successful outcomes, which add improvement to services, customer outcomes, and savings. To identify key outputs and milestones for decision. To report to the appropriate governance forums, track and monitor actions. Adherence to WBC and supplier processes. Stakeholder Management. Liaising and managing surveyors, consultants, contractors and other collaborators. Record and track costs and benefits of projects and create learning logs to be referred to with each new project. Manage risks and issues in line with Corporate Risk management policy Pre-empt problems and resolve quickly to protect projects. Work with all parties in a collaborative manner and make decisions to ensure projects and tasks are on time and budget Candidate requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject. Experience in efficiently using Civils 3D software to produce Highway plans. Sound working knowledge of relevant national and international highway related standards (e.g. DMRB, SHW, Traffic Signs Manual, Manual for Streets), contracts (e.g. ICE, NEC, and FIDIC), methodologies and procedures Experience of managing and delivering projects from concept design through to construction. With a minimum of 4 years’ experience Pavement design experience and Road drainage design experience Job Type: Full-time Pay: £38,223.00-£42,403.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Flexitime On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wokingham, RG40 1BN Application deadline: 20/10/2024

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fire & Security Installation Engineer to join our team at EVOTEC Fire and Security - Install and upgrade fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings - Test and repair alarm systems, including fire sprinkler valves and smoke control systems - Ensure alarms are installed according to code - Troubleshoot or document any issues - Ensure systems comply with electrical and fire codes - un wiring and circuits, and attach electrical wires - Install hardware and replace malfunctioning hardware. - Use building plans to determine proper systems to install. - Conduct routine maintenance on fire alarm systems - Program fire alarm systems using software - Keep accurate records of all fire alarm system inspections and repairs - Comply with policies relating to Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Technical Compliance issues that affect the customer and employees. - Use the CRM system correctly and efficiently, logging travel time, job start & finish and adding informative job notes onto daily worksheets. - Learns to correctly and independent carry out risk assessments - Work to progress through the training matrix and be forthcoming with any concerns you may have with your training journey. - Assist colleagues with tasks where required. - Ensure all relevant engineering practices are adhered to - report any inconsistencies to a senior engineer or your service supervisor. - Maintain company issued equipment in good condition and fit for purpose. Report immediately any damaged, stolen, or missing company issued equipment to your Service Supervisor. - Always ensure good timekeeping and housekeeping, making sure you are setting the right example. - Carry out all duties in accordance with the Company employee handbook. - Use provided documentation to try and resolve faults in the first instance. - Attend engineer’s meetings when required. - Work in a cost effective and cost-efficient manner. - Practice good housekeeping onsite and in vehicle. - Correctly represent the company in company issued clothing. - Attend training courses to extend knowledge and skill set of various manufacturers products. What we offer - Competitive salary up to £45k depending on your experience - Company van with fuel card - 28 days of holiday including bank holidays - Enhanced travel pay (where travel is outside of normal working hours) - Bupa Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Contractual sick pay (CSP, after probation) - Refer & earn bonus for employees The candidate must have a clean driving license and is able to commute to Salisbury (within 1 hour of the office) The position is full time Monday- Friday 08:30- 17:00. You will be based at our Salisbury office and you will be required to carry out work in Salisbury and the surrounding areas If you are successful at the interview, you must be able to provide: - A five-year background history for security clearance - ID documents for PNC & Enhanced DBS checks

Maintenance Engineer needed - We are seeking an organised and experienced Maintenance Engineer to support the efficient functioning of our premises. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing maintenance schedules, conducting repairs, and coordinating with external contractors to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for employees, clients, and visitors. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Take an active role in maintaining the facilities, including undertaking repairs yourself and overseeing contractors when necessary. Work alongside the Facilities and Maintenance Managers to ensure best practices in building management, operations, and health and safety. Provide input on priorities for ongoing refurbishment and maintenance across the estate. Act as the first point of contact for routine and emergency maintenance issues, resolving them efficiently and cost-effectively. Develop strong relationships with suppliers and contractors, ensuring high standards of service. Ensure the building upholds cleanliness and aligns with the company’s brand values. Identify opportunities for cost savings and reducing environmental impact. Oversee contracts for services like security, cleaning, and health and safety, ensuring a coordinated building management strategy. Maintain accurate health and safety records and ensure compliance with current regulations. Building Management: Assist in the development of facilities management policies and procedures. Oversee maintenance schedules for systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and security. Coordinate with contractors and ensure proper supervision during maintenance, repairs, and renovations. Conduct regular building inspections to identify and address safety hazards. Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Maintain accurate reporting and record management for statutory compliance. Oversee water hygiene and ensure adherence to safety standards. General: Carry out reasonable requests from management within the general scope and purpose of the position, including portering duties as required.

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team. The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in streamlining development, deployment, and monitoring processes. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, ensuring the stability and scalability of our infrastructure, and implementing best practices in automation. As a DevOps Engineer, you will work closely with software development and IT operations teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations across various cloud environments. Key Responsibilities: CI/CD Pipeline Management: Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development and deployment processes. Automate build, test, and deployment workflows to ensure rapid and reliable software delivery. Troubleshoot and optimize existing pipelines for performance and scalability. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Manage cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP to ensure availability, scalability, and security. Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Monitor cloud resources and optimize for cost, performance, and reliability. Containerization and Orchestration: Develop, deploy, and manage containerized applications using Docker. Implement and manage Kubernetes clusters for orchestration of containers. Optimize container environments for scalability and performance. Automation and Scripting: Develop automation scripts for server provisioning, application deployment, and configuration management using tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Implement automated monitoring, alerting, and reporting systems to track the performance and health of applications and infrastructure. Site Reliability Engineering (SRE): Ensure the reliability and availability of services through proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response. Establish SLAs, SLIs, and SLOs for critical services and drive initiatives to improve system reliability. Conduct root cause analysis on incidents and outages, implementing fixes and preventive measures. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to align on software releases and infrastructure needs. Ensure knowledge sharing and best practices within the team to foster a collaborative DevOps culture. Required/Preferred Skills: CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, Travis CI, or similar. Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP with expertise in managing multi-cloud environments. Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, Helm. Automation Tools: Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or similar. Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates. Monitoring & Logging: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Datadog. Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab. Scripting Languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell, or equivalent. Operating Systems: Proficiency in Linux and Windows server environments. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 3+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and automation. Strong understanding of networking, security best practices, and system architecture. Certification in AWS, Azure, or GCP (preferred but not mandatory). Key Attributes: Problem-solving mindset with strong analytical skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies.