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The Organisation Nigel Wright Group has been appointed exclusively to support a Public Sector organisation with the appointment of a Procurement Manager. The Procurement Manager will manage and mentor 1-2 team members and will need to be office-based in the Durham area c2-3 days per week. The client will also consider a 4- day working week and offers flexible working and flexitime! The Role The opportunities would suit an experienced Procurement Manager from within the Public Sector, with a proven track record in managing a broad category portfolio, supporting and guiding multifunctional stakeholders across multiple sites. The Procurement Manager will have: • A proven track record in Public Sector procurement, having managed large, complex procurement projects, • Excellent stakeholder engagement/-management, relationship-building and negotiation skills, • An understanding of the Procurement Act 2023, • Prior experience of mentoring and managing more junior team members, • Strengths in spend analysis, project management, • CIPS qualified desirable not essential

Senior Quantity Surveyor Social Housing Refurb & Refit Location: Durham Salary: £50k - £70k base + car Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About The Company Our client are a leading contractor specialising in social housing refurbishment, retrofit, decarbonisation, planned maintenance, and compliance-led works across the UK. Working in partnership with local authorities, housing associations, and registered providers, they deliver high-quality projects that improve homes, communities, and residents' lives. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take full commercial responsibility for a portfolio of social housing refurbishment and retrofit projects, ensuring financial performance, contractual compliance, and effective cost control from pre-construction through to final account. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to play a key role within a growing business delivering essential housing improvements across the sector. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial delivery of multiple refurbishment, retrofit, and planned maintenance contracts. Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontractor packages and procurement strategies. Producing accurate cost forecasts, valuations, CVRs, and monthly commercial reports. Managing applications for payment, variations, compensation events, and final accounts. Monitoring project performance and identifying commercial risks and opportunities. Supporting operational teams to ensure projects are delivered profitably and efficiently. Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, company procedures, and client requirements. Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, consultants, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders. Providing commercial guidance and mentoring to junior surveying staff where required. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector. Excellent understanding of commercial management, contract administration, and cost control. Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and commercially driven approach. Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (preferred). Membership of RICS, CIOB, or equivalent professional body is desirable. What They Offer Competitive salary and car allowance. Annual bonus scheme. Pension contribution. Private healthcare. Professional development and training opportunities. Clear progression pathway within a growing business. A supportive and collaborative working environment. The opportunity to contribute to projects that positively impact communities and improve residents' homes

Project Manager Location: Durham (Hybrid) Salary: £50,000 - £68,000 Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to lead utilities programmes with greater ownership and regional influence? This Project Manager opportunity in Durham offers hybrid working, client exposure and progression within a growing infrastructure consultancy. A fast-growing consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to join its Customer Programmes team, delivering projects across the water and wider utilities sector. This Project Manager role will see you take full responsibility for projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring delivery against scope, time, cost and quality targets. As a Project Manager, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage commercial performance and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. The position offers autonomy, accountability and the chance to mentor junior colleagues while strengthening your profile as a capable Project Manager within a collaborative environment. Key responsibilities Lead successful delivery of assigned water and utilities projects Manage risks, issues and mitigation strategies Oversee contract compliance and financial control Plan and allocate project resources effectively Produce regular client and internal performance reports Support client relationship development and future opportunities Candidate requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager within water or utilities Strong stakeholder and client management skills APM qualification or equivalent Familiarity with NEC contracts * Proficiency in Microsoft Project and reporting tools Why apply This organisation offers hybrid working, structured career development and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, bonus and professional membership support. The salary for this Project Manager role is £50,000 - £68,000, reflecting experience and responsibility within a supportive and ambitious team. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience

Contract Manager (Graduate / Junior Considered) Overview An established contractor in the highways and road marking sector is looking to bring in a Contract Manager to support work across the North East. This is a really good opportunity for either someone with experience or a civil engineering graduate who wants to get into a hands-on role early. The business is big on attitude. They want someone organised, switched on, and confident speaking to people. If the personality is right, they will back someone and develop them. The Role This is a practical role where you are involved in the day-to-day running of projects. You will be working closely with site teams, helping plan work, and making sure jobs are set up properly before going live. Typical responsibilities will include: Preparing and putting together job packs for site teams Planning and scheduling road works across multiple jobs Coordinating operatives and making sure work is ready to go each day Being involved in early morning planning Supporting the delivery of live contracts Keeping track of progress and making sure jobs run to plan Liaising with teams on site and internally Getting involved in how work is phased and organised There is an element of juggling multiple jobs at once so being organised is key. What They Are Looking For You do not need to be the finished article for this. They are open minded as long as the person fits. What would help: Civil Engineering degree or similar Interest in highways, construction or infrastructure Some exposure to site work or project environments More importantly, they are looking for: Someone who communicates well and is confident speaking to people Someone organised who can manage their own workload Someone who is proactive and gets stuck in A good attitude and willingness to learn Someone who can handle a fast-paced environment Why This Role Chance for a graduate to step into a contracts position early Proper exposure to live projects from day one Business that focuses on personality and fit, not just experience Clear route into more senior roles over time * Stable sector with consistent workload

Senior Quantity Surveyor Groundworks & Civil Engineering Contractor Location: Durham Salary: £50k - £70k base + car Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About They COmpany Our client are a well-established and growing Groundworks and Civil Engineering Contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure, housing developments, and commercial construction projects across the region. Working with some of the UK's leading housebuilders, developers, and main contractors, they have built a reputation for excellence, reliability, and long-term client partnerships. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team. The Role Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will take commercial responsibility for multiple groundwork and civil engineering projects, including residential housing developments and commercial schemes from inception through to final account. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional looking to play a key role within a successful and expanding business. Key Responsibilities Managing the commercial aspects of multiple groundwork and civil engineering projects. Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontractor orders and agreements. Valuing and certifying subcontractor applications and payments. Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Identifying, pricing, and managing variations and change control. Preparing and submitting client valuations and applications for payment. Managing project budgets and ensuring commercial targets are achieved. Conducting site visits and attending progress meetings with clients and project teams. Negotiating and agreeing final accounts with clients and subcontractors. Supporting the Commercial Manager in delivering company commercial objectives. Mentoring and supporting junior members of the commercial team where required. Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Groundworks and Civil Engineering sector. Strong knowledge of residential housing infrastructure and plot works. Experience working on commercial build infrastructure packages. Excellent understanding of construction contracts and commercial procedures. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial management software. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline. Experience working with major national housebuilders. What They Offer Competitive salary package. Company car or car allowance. Pension scheme. Ongoing professional development and training. Opportunity to progress within a growing and successful business. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Long-term pipeline of secured projects

Senior Site Manager North East Permanent Salary Dependent on Experience The Client Our client is a family-owned Construction business renowned for quality, integrity and innovation in the sector. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join their team due to a number of upcoming projects across the Commercial / Industrial sectors. The Role Understand and comply with the Company’s Management Systems and Policies for Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental. Take responsibility for all of the management systems requirements for the duration of the contract period. Be responsible and accountable for health and safety on site both in terms of planning and delivery and to provide leadership to the site team and supply chain. Take responsibility for the construction programme both in ensuring adherence to it and monitoring and regularly reporting on it. Develop and implement short term and target programmes with input from the supply chain and other members of the site team and ensure adherence to them. As and when required, and in conjunction with line management, develop and implement recovery, acceleration and completion programmes and ensure adherence to them. Provide assistance to the Design Manager and the Project Quantity Surveyor in order to produce design programmes, information required schedules and procurement programmes respectively. Hold regular meetings with site teams, design teams and supply chain. Carry out role of mentor to new/junior members of staff. Plan and organise the site facilities and logistics and be accountable for hired plant. Co-operate with the local Quality Manager when reviewing compliance with the Quality Management System and action any findings or suggestions for improvement. Liaise with the Aftercare Manager and ensure that the project is handed over such that they are only expected to deal with latent defects. Key Requirements The successful candidate will hold 5+ years of experience working within Site Management on Commercial and Industrial projects. Relevant qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are essential