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This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to lead the establishment, development, and growth of a new specialist ground engineering business (Lagan Ground Engineering), as part of the Lagan Specialist Group. Our Values Our values are important to how we run our business. We have been awarded Platinum Investors in People in recognition of our people management practices and investment in learning and development. We are therefore looking for candidates that can demonstrate behaviours in line with our core values and continue with our culture of putting people first: Trust Respect Caring Open & Honest Safety Fun Our Vision To be a world class family-owned specialist contracting business that will grow to be the most respected in the construction and services sectors. Our Mission To provide specialist contracting and services solutions in an environment where people feel safe, secure and valued. Role Overview The successful candidate will be responsible for defining strategic direction, developing innovative solutions with relevant business planning, building operational capability, securing a project pipeline, and delivering profitable growth in sectors such as Ground Investigation, site enabling works, foundations, ground improvement, other specialist geotechnical areas. The position requires a blend of entrepreneurship, technical expertise, commercial acumen, and strong leadership. The successful candidate will benefit from the structures, supports, and governance that exist within the Lagan Specialist Group. What you'll do The following reflect the main tasks associated with your position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive: Strategic Leadership & Business Formation Develop and execute the business plan for Lagan Ground Engineering. Define service offerings -. Identify target markets, sectors, and key clients. Establish brand positioning and market entry strategy. Set short, medium, and long-term growth objectives. Technical Leadership Leadership in the promotion of innovative geotechnical solutions, that will enable the development of a profitable and sustainable business model, Provide leadership on the correct technical solutions for investment and growth potential, ensuring compliance with all relevant engineering standards and regulations on these solutions. Operational Setup & Delivery Establish operational systems, processes, and procedures for project delivery. Ensure efficient mobilisation of labour, plant, and supply chain. Oversee delivery of projects ensuring: Safety Quality Programme adherence Budget performance Business Development & Growth Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and developers/contractors. Identify and secure new business opportunities and frameworks. Lead tendering, pricing, and contract negotiation activities. Develop a robust sales pipeline with clear revenue forecasting. Monitor market trends, competitors, and pricing strategies. Team Building & Leadership Recruit, build, and lead a high-performing team (engineering, commercial, operations). Develop organisational structure aligned to growth plans. Foster a strong culture of safety, performance, and accountability. Mentor and develop future leaders within the business. Set clear KPIs and performance objectives. Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Lead with a safety-first culture across all operations. Ensure full compliance with HSEQ legislation and company policies. Implement robust risk management processes. Drive continuous improvement in quality and environmental performance. Governance & Risk Management Manage contractual and commercial risks. Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all business activities. Provide regular reporting to Board. What you'll bring To succeed in this role, it is essential to have: Proven experience at senior level within ground engineering, geotechnical, or specialist contracting. Demonstrated success in business development and winning work. Strong commercial acumen and P&L management experience. Track record of building or scaling business units or divisions. Deep understanding of ground engineering techniques and project delivery. Leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams. It would also be desirable to have: Experience setting up new business ventures or start-ups. Established industry network within contractors, developers, consultants, and clients. Knowledge of UK & Ireland infrastructure and construction markets. Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional qualification. Personal Attributes The following attributes are essential to the Specialist Works Director role; Entrepreneurial mindset with strong drive and initiative. Strategic thinker with hands-on approach. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Resilient, adaptable, and results oriented. High integrity and professional credibility. Ability to operate in line with Group Vision, Mission and Values How we'll reward you In return, we offer an attractive, competitive salary and a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities. We have a private, company gym at our Head Office in Belfast, which is free for all employees to use, and includes access to Personal Trainers for advice, group sessions and one-to-ones. We offer a Gym Subsidy scheme for those who live/work outside Northern Ireland. Our Core Benefits potentially available to this role include: Generous holiday allowance increasing in each of your first 5 years service Ability to purchase additional holidays Discretionary Bonus Scheme (up to 20%) Private Medical Insurance Health Cash Plan discounts for health services not covered by PMI, including PMI Excess Occupational Sick Pay Paid Membership fees of a relevant Institution or Professional Body Car Allowance & Fuel Card Ongoing Health and Wellbeing activities that include free annual health checks for all employees Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme contributions are taken before tax Company EV Leasing Scheme Life Assurance Plan four times annual salary Cycle to Work Scheme spread the cost and save on a new bike and cycling equipment Annual Volunteer Day to support your choice of volunteering activity Your application At Lagan Specialist Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. Thats why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support we'll do whatever we can to help. To apply for this role, please click Apply Now to submit a copy of your CV, or email We wish you every success in your application. LAGAN SPECIALIST GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITES EMPLOYER - We will not discriminate against anyone on the grounds of Sex, Pregnancy or maternity, Gender reassignment, Marital or Civil Partnership status, Religious or other similar philosophical belief, Political Opinion, Racial group, Sexual orientation, Disability or Age. TLNT1_NI

Huron is a global consultancy that collaborates with clients to drive strategic growth, ignite innovation and navigate constant change. Through a combination of strategy, expertise and creativity, we help clients accelerate operational, digital and cultural transformation, enabling the change they need to own their future. You'll help banks, asset management and insurance organizations own their future by helping them to transform and create new business models to meet changing customer needs and drive sustainability. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future. This is an evergreen opportunity used to pipeline for potential upcoming roles in Belfast. We review applications regularly, but it is not a currently open role. Huron is building a Talent Pool of Financial Crime specialists to support future projects within our expanding Belfast-based delivery centre. By joining our Talent Pool, youll be first in line when new projects go live, enabling faster interview cycles and earlier access to consulting opportunities within Hurons growing Financial Crimes capability. If you want to be part of a high-performing team delivering impactful compliance and regulatory work for global clientsand prefer to engage ahead of live requisitionsapplying for this role is an ideal entry point. Your Role:Transaction Monitoring Alert Analyst (L2) As a member of our Belfast-based Financial Crime & Compliance Talent Pool, you will support client projects focused on Level 2 (L2) Transaction Monitoring investigations. You will be aligned to projects conducting in-depth investigation and disposition of potentially high-risk or complex alerts, including international money movements, correspondent banking activity, and higher-risk customer segments. You will exercise judgement, perform enhanced analysis, prepare investigative narratives, and escalate complex or material risks in line with regulatory and client expectations. While the scope of each project may be different, your duties & responsibilities may include: - Conduct investigations in potentially high-risk and/or complex activity involving international money movements (e.g., wires, correspondent banking, nested account, trade finance, high-net worth individual transactions, politically exposed persons, and potential sanctions evasion). - Manage investigation/case workbench and productivity to ensure adherence to SLAs and suspicious activity reporting requirements. - Conducting thorough reviews of transactional histories for flagged accounts, taking appropriate actions. - Notify supervisor and/or project leadership of significant or complex cases or escalations. - Raise notable or thematic patterns, typologies, and risks to project leadership to better inform and potentially enhance monitoring coverage and/or rules. - As required, perform deeper analysis into transactions, customers, related account owners and/or businesses, ownership structure, and ultimate beneficial owners, to determine the legitimacy of reviewed activity. - Prepare investigation results, document evidence, capture appropriate documentation, and draft clear narratives to support rationale for case closure or suspicious activity/transaction reporting (SAR/STR). Prepare SAR/STR recommendation narratives, as appropriate. - Actively participate in team meetings to surface and share thematic red flags, emerging typologies and risks, potential process improvements/streamlining to enhance operations and outcomes. - Collaborate with, share knowledge and expertise, and assist peers and managers with ensuring production expectations at the individual, team, and project level are met and maintained. - Be receptive to manager/project oversight/client feedback, take accountability and implement corrective actions to ensure quality expectations are met. - Provide?subject matter?expertise?on correspondent banking typologies.? The Profile We're Looking For:An Experienced Transaction Monitoring Analyst We are looking for candidates who combine a strong investigative capability with sound judgement and the ability to manage complex financial crime risks. Required background includes: Strong educational background Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Forensic Accounting, Criminal Justice, Legal or STEM subject a plus. Strong investigative skills and track record of conducting anti-money laundering and financial crimes investigations involving potentially high-risk customers and activity, cross-border typologies, out-of-profile patterns, fraud, and other suspicious behaviours. Experience in Private Banking and/or Corporate Banking would be desirable. Experience reviewing AML system-generated alerts and scenarios and conducting holistic account/transaction analysis using internal systems and external commercial and open-source tools, spreadsheets, and charts/graphs. Experience with using data visualisation tools a plus. Strong written and verbal communications skills and the ability to write comprehensive narratives evidencing investigations results, outcomes, and recommendations. Experience working with banks, payment processors, and/or FinTechs either directly or working for a 3rd party providingconsulting/outsourcedservices to these institutions. Experience drafting clear and concise summaries of alert review findings. Familiarity with transaction monitoring and case management systems (e.g., Oracle, Actimize, Verafin, etc.) Understanding of suspicious activity identification and reporting regulatory requirements in the U.S., UK, and EU (e.g., Bank Secrecy Act, MLR 2017, Proceeds of Crime Act, Anti-Money Laundering Directives, EU country level requirements, etc.) An ability to apply complex concepts across a variety of scenarios. Comfortable in a dynamic work environment with evolving priorities. Very strong attention to detail and capable of analytical thinking Experienced initiating escalations, comfortable discussing with high-level stakeholders. Excellent communication skills across all levels of seniority Strong interpersonal skills, with good relationship building and engagement skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Equal Opportunity & Compliance Huron is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. In connection with your application, we will process your personal data in accordance with our privacy policy. Skills: Transaction Monitoring SAR Writing Attention to Detail Analytical Thinking Typologies Regulatory Reporting Benefits: Dental Medical Bonus Annual Leave Income Protection Pension TLNT1_NI

VANRATH are delighted to be assisting our major Public Sector client, a large organisation with the recruitment of a Business Development Administrative Officer to join their team based in Newtownabbey. What's in it for you? £15.31 per hour Opportunity to support high-profile economic development and regeneration initiatives Varied administrative role with exposure to stakeholder engagement and project delivery Involvement in employability and skills programmes About your next employer You'll be joining a progressive local authority within its Economic Development and Planning function. The team is responsible for delivering a range of initiatives focused on business growth, investment, regeneration, employability and skills development across the borough. About you Minimum of 2 years' administrative experience Experience dealing with members of the public and a range of stakeholders Strong data entry, database management and record-keeping skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities Strong customer service and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of discretion and confidentiality 5 GCSEs (including English and Maths) or equivalent, or substantial relevant administration experience What you'll do Provide comprehensive administrative support across economic development programmes Maintain databases, dashboards, records and business information systems Process programme documentation, applications and grant-related paperwork Coordinate meetings, workshops, seminars and stakeholder events Manage correspondence, enquiries and customer communications Prepare reports, presentations, agendas and meeting minutes Support employability and skills initiatives, including Labour Market Partnership programmes Assist with financial administration, purchase orders and payment processing Maintain accurate project records and monitoring information Support business engagement activities and promotional events Liaise with project partners, funders, businesses and community stakeholders Ensure compliance with customer service, GDPR and administrative procedures For further information on this opportunity, or any other position in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link or contact Conor Birch in the strictest confidence. IND04 Skills: Admin Officer Economic Development Data Management Customer Service Project Administration Benefits: Additional Benefits TLNT1_NI

Project Manager Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Project Management. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Project Management Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training courses. 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 broken down into 3 easy steps, which can be finished in as little as 12 weeks: Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised Project Management courses by including Prince2 & Agile. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. Step 2 - Practical Training Now that you have learned all the theory it’s time to start applying that into practice so that you have the required experience to start within the industry. Our expert Project Manager tutor will provide you with 2 case scenarios for you to complete that will be based on real-world situations. You will be provided with the required guidance and support from your tutor so that you can successfully complete your projects which will be later added to your CV. Step 3 - Official exams At this final stage, we will prepare you to take your official Prince2 & Agile Foundation exams. The exams can be taken at one of the approved test centres across the UK or online conveniently from your own home. Guaranteed Job Placement At this point you will have fully completed our Project Management Traineeship and be ready to start work. Through our range of partnerships throughout the UK with Project Management organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level role within your local area. You will be working as either a Project Coordinator or Project Administrator. We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. At a one off cost of £1495, or a deposit of £212 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £148, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in Project Management 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. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. 'Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Trainee Project Manager Placement Programme Please note that this is a career training programme including placement, and fees apply. Is Project Management the right career choice for you? Without realising it many of us are project managing daily through general tasks, or duties required in both our working and personal life. If you enjoy organising and planning and consider yourself a great communicator, then a career in Project Management could be perfect for you. Project Management roles in high demand and well renumerated, making it a great career choice. Are you looking to start a new career in Project Management? If you are organised, competent, dependable and can communicate well and motivate those around you; you could have a truly rewarding future in project management. We specialise in placing candidates within the project sector using our career progression and placement program. Please note this career program is designed for entry level individuals with limited or no experience, so please do not apply if you are already an experience project worker as we will be looking primarily at entry level roles. However, if you have no vocational certifications such as PRINCE2 or PMQ you may still be able to benefit from this programme. Using our experience in providing project management training online for 15 years and through our expert recruitment consultants, we can provide a seamless journey and often fast-tracked route into a new career in Project Management. The courses in the package have been identified by our recruitment partners as industry standards and necessary for the project management roles in the UK and Europe. Skills shortages across all sectors and industries are increasing the demand for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers into the world of project management. Our money back guarantee If after 1 year of passing your formal qualifications, we have been unable to help you secure a role, we will refund your study fees minus the cost of the exams. However, we are normally able to help candidates find their first role within 6 months of qualifying and for locations based close to major cities this is often reduced to less than 3 months. Check our testimonials from the hundreds of candidates we have already helped. Whether you are working full-time, part-time or are unemployed, this job and recruitment package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks. Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps listed below. Step 1 - APM (Association for Project Management) Qualification The first step is completing the APM Project Fundamentals Qualification (PFQ) This professional industry-recognised qualification teaches you the fundamental principles of the project profession. The APM are the only chartered project management group in the world. Study time for the qualification is approximately 20 hours and qualification achieved by completing a 1-hour multiple choice exam. Our course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools. You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. This qualification will set you on a route to becoming a Chartered Project Professional with additional study and experience. Step 2 - PRINCE2 Foundation • PRINCE2 is the most recognised methodology used by Project Managers worldwide and therefore an essential qualification for anybody looking to work in Project Management., • It is a process driven methodology and often referred to as a waterfall methodology., • Study time is approximately 15-20 hours and qualification obtained through a 1-hour multiple choice exam., • The course is provided online and comes complete with exam simulators and revision tools., • You will be provided with access to a 1-hour online revision workshop prior to sitting your exam. Step 3 - Project Management Simulation • With our exclusive online Simulated Project Assignment, you will have the opportunity to make your way through a simulated project which shadows a project manager., • These projects and scenarios are based on real world project and scenarios., • Once completed, our tutor will grade your work and issue a certificate of completion. Step 4 - Recruitment Support • Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector., • We have been helping candidates start and build careers in the project management industry since 2007 and have a 4.8 Trustscore on Trustpilot., • Our Recruitment Support team will help you work through job applications, interviews and provide you with a full cv review based around your new qualification and written to maximise your chances of obtaining a role in the project management sector., • They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry level project sector worker aiming to become a project manager. This will include mock job interviews as well as any help you feel you need. What Now? To accommodate candidates, the training element of the package is available on finance terms of up to 1 year. This enables you to get qualified and start in your new role without having to fund all the training costs up front. Typically, an initial deposit of around £180 is required to start the training meaning many candidates are placed in their first role before completing the 12 months finance. Enquire now and one of our experienced Career Consultants will contact you within 4 working hours to answer any questions that you may have and to assist you in taking the first step towards your Project Management career aspirations. We look forward to receiving your new application and putting you on the pathway to a new and financially rewarding career in project management

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The RoleFollowing continued project wins, the company is looking to strengthen its management team with the appointment of a Project Manager to lead civil schemes ranging in size from smaller works up to projects valued at £25mil+. Full project life cycle management from inception to delivery. You

Degree-level education or equivalent, with relevant project management expertise. With strong stakeholder management and communication skills, you are confident engaging at all levels of the organisation. You bring a proactive approach to risk management and problem-solving, and you are comfortable

Possess a degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline with 1 year’s relevant experience working within a Building/Construction function, or;Possess a BTEC Higher or equivalent Level 5 qualification in a Building/Construction related discipline with 2 ye

You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards-working closely with internal teams, external partners and senior stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. Experience using project tools such as MS Project and Google Workspace (GSuite).

This role will require previous experience in a similar management role, working on large scale projects and taking the lead across various civil and structural disciplines. Strong knowledge of engineering principles, construction methods, and project management software. Proficient in project plann

Industry Sector: Site Manager, Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Fit-Out Project Manager, Interiors Project Manager, Project Management, Commercial Fit-Out, Office Fit-Out, Joinery, Interiors, Refurbishment, CAT A, CAT B, Main Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Architects, Interior Designers, Con

Degree in Project Management or a construction-related discipline plus three years’ experience in a construction-related project management role. OR HND/HNC in a building-related discipline plus three years’ experience in a construction-related project management role. Contribute to performance

Now you are qualified for an entry level project management position our recruitment support team will now begin collaborating with you to help you secure your first role in the project management sector. They will provide you with guidance as to which roles our most suitable for you as an entry lev

As a Senior Electrical Project Manager, you will oversee and manage electrical projects from inception to completion. Proficiency in project management software and tools. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and resource plans, coordinating with

Proven construction project management experience. We are looking for an experienced Building & Construction Project Manager to lead major site-based construction projects from concept through to completion and handover. This is a client-side role suited to a proactive project professional with

Working closely with the Project Manager and site based team, the Junior Project Manager will assist with the day-to-day management of works including reservoir and dam refurbishment, site pipework installation, road construction, concrete repairs and associated civil engineering activities. This Ju

Multi Utilities infrastructure contracts/projects. Arrange plant orders, road opening notices, and Traffic Management for each scheme. Handle people management in line with company policies and procedures.

Proven electrical project management experience for building services/construction projects. Proficiency with project planning tools (MS Project, Excel or equivalent). This role is suited to someone who has hands-on experience managing electrical projects within building services, ideally from an el

This role requires project management skills, planning and delivery as well as presentation communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas, high level plans, and large amounts of data to stakeholders and senior management. Technical Data Project Coordinator/Engineer.

As Project Manager, you will lead the design, development and construction of retail projects from initial concept through to completion and store opening, ensuring alignment with the wider property strategy. The in-house team includes project managers, quantity surveyors, architects and engineers,

Assisting with ad hoc financial reporting and projects. This role is perfect for a proactive individual with strong transactional accounting experience who enjoys working with a high level of independence.

An excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a forward-thinking company that places a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration, and career development, offering exposure to major projects and clear progression into a fully-fledged Project Management role. Assist in the management of

Perform revenue, cost, and margin analysis, and prepare management pack reports.

As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the management and coordination of projects across all stages, acting as the key point of contact between clients, consultants, and contractors. Experience delivering projects within the UK or Ireland is required, along with a good understanding o

Assisting with the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts. We're seeking a talented individual to join our team in Cambridge, predominately responsible for undertaking the preparation of statutory accounts, accurate processing of clients’ financial data and the preparation of mon

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to build up a diverse, extensive & impressive portfolio of work whilst gaining invaluable experience in a project management capacity with a Tier 1 contractor - this could be an excellent next career step based entirely at home in Belfast with up to 18 month

To excel as a Project Manager, you will need:• Proven experience managing large-scale civil engineering projects, ideally within framework or multi-project environments (experience in water / battery storage / or infrastructure frameworks is highly desirable). You will provide hands-on leadership

Your duties will include raising invoices, processing payments, managing suppliers, data entry, and addressing ad-hoc administrative duties. Managing invoice workflow - accurately processing and matching invoices to purchase orders and entry of invoices into the finance system. Experience of working

This role involves project management, mentoring junior staff, and liaising with stakeholders to achieve project objectives. Act as Project Manager for local government infrastructure projects. We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager to join an experienced team and take a lead role in

Possess a Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent level 6 qualification) in Quantity Surveying or in another relevant Building/Construction discipline with at least 2 years’ relevantexperience working within a Building/Construction function, or;Possess a BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma (or equ

In this role, you will be responsible for processing supplier invoices for both UK and US entities with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring timely entry and reconciliation. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and double-entry bookkeeping.

Renowned for technical excellence, a collaborative culture, and a strong commitment to sustainable and innovative design, the consultancy continues to expand its project portfolio and is now seeking Project Managers at Intermediate and Graduate level to support the delivery of high-profile infrastru

Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Take ownership of the Accounts Payable function, maintaining high levels of accuracy and control.

Ensure timely and accurate management of accounts payable invoices throughout their lifespan, including registration, verification, approval, and payment processing by agreed-upon terms via cheque or Automated credit. Asset Management spend analysis by tenure). Asset Management spend analysis by ten

Preparing statutory and management accounts.

An exciting and innovative Music/Tech business are seeking an English & Dutch speaking Accounts Assistant.You must be able to speak English & Dutch.Reporting to the Head of Accounting, the Accounts Assistant to manage and post financial transactions across multiple legal entities internationally.You

Enter data into the Group project management system.