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Technical Estimator – High Security Location: Manchester/Remote Salary: £42,000 – £47,000 DOE + Company Car or Car Allowance Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday We are a well-established business with a proud history of delivering specialist security solutions to some of the UK's most demanding environments. Our reputation has been built over many years through technical expertise, trusted partnerships and a commitment to delivering quality without compromise. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Technical Estimator to join our High Security division. This is an opportunity to play a key role in developing technically robust and commercially sound solutions, working alongside experienced professionals who value collaboration, innovation and doing the right thing for our customers. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, take pride in producing high-quality work and thrive in a team environment where knowledge is shared and ideas are welcomed, we'd like to hear from you. The Role As Technical Estimator, you will be responsible for producing accurate, compliant and commercially viable estimates for electronic security system projects. Working closely with commercial, operational and project delivery teams, you will bridge the gap between technical design and project execution, ensuring proposed solutions meet customer requirements, industry standards and business objectives. Your ability to assess risk, optimise value and maintain exceptional attention to detail will be critical to the success of the role. Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed cost estimates and technical proposals for electronic security systems, including:, • Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems (PIDS), • Access Control Systems, • Associated hardware, software and supporting infrastructure, • Review tender documents, specifications and technical drawings to fully understand project requirements, identify risks and develop effective solutions., • Produce technical submissions including system designs, equipment specifications, Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and scope of works documentation., • Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain technical information and pricing, ensuring proposed solutions meet required standards and represent best value., • Work collaboratively with operational and project delivery teams to ensure estimates are practical, deliverable and aligned with installation methodologies., • Support value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives, balancing quality, performance and long-term commercial sustainability., • Maintain estimating tools, pricing databases and costing models to ensure consistency and accuracy., • Ensure all estimates comply with company procedures, quality standards and health and safety requirements., • Support pre-sales activities, client engagement and the identification of future opportunities., • Contribute to the ongoing development of estimating processes, technical standards and innovative ways of working across the business. About You We are looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with sound commercial judgement and a genuine commitment to excellence. You will have: • Experience in technical estimating, system design or a similar role within the security, construction or related industry., • Strong knowledge of electronic security systems, particularly PIDS and Access Control Systems (CCTV experience would be advantageous)., • The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation., • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail., • Strong communication skills and the confidence to build productive relationships with colleagues, suppliers and clients., • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement., • Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office applications., • A willingness to undergo Security Clearance., • A full UK Driving Licence. Why Join Us? You will be joining a business that values expertise, encourages professional development and believes the best results come from working together. We respect the experience and knowledge that have shaped our success, while continually seeking better ways to serve our customers and improve what we do. In return, you will have the opportunity to work on specialist, high-profile projects, contribute to meaningful technical solutions and develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Permanent QS Role, £55,000 - £60,000 + package, Office-Based in Manchester Your new company You will be joining a well established, international main contractor with a strong presence across the North West. Known for delivering high quality flagship schemes, they have an excellent pipeline of work and a reputation for developing and progressing their people. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to support a major new build hotel project based in Manchester. Your new roleAs Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a key project within the business, working closely with the commercial lead and wider delivery team. You will be involved in: • Managing subcontract procurement and package management, • Valuations, variations, and monthly reporting, • Cost control, forecasting, and budget management, • Working collaboratively with site and design teams to ensure commercial targets are achieved, • Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company processes, • This is an office based role in Manchester with a regular site presence on a high profile project. What you'll need to succeed • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector, • Strong commercial acumen and understanding of standard forms of contract, • Experience on new build projects (hotel, commercial, residential or similar), • Ability to work autonomously while being part of a collaborative team, • A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach What you'll get in return • Salary of £55,000 - £60,000, depending on experience, • Opportunities for career progression with a financially stable contractor, • Supportive team culture with long-term project pipeline, • Permanent employment with strong benefits packageWhat to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion about your next career move. 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. # 4781370

6-Month Temporary Contract (Potential to Extend) | Full-time | Manchester An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Building Surveyor to join a large and complex estate environment on an initial 6-month temporary contract, with the strong potential for extension.This role is ideally suited to a candidate who can hit the ground running and is confident delivering refurbishment, alteration and minor works projects within a fast-paced, stakeholder-rich setting. Your new role Working as part of a well-established projects team, you will provide a building surveying design and project management service across a diverse portfolio of live schemes. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing multiple refurbishment, alteration and planned maintenance projects simultaneously, • Leading projects from brief development through to completion, • Producing cost-effective design solutions and technical documentation, • Acting as Contract Administrator under JCT forms of contract, • Managing internal resources and external consultants, • Controlling project budgets in line with organisational and financial governance, • Acting as Principal Designer under CDM regulations and the Building Safety Act, where required, • Ensuring excellent health & safety compliance across all works, • Maintaining effective communication with a wide range of stakeholders What you'll need to succeed • Degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline, • Full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS or equivalent), • Proven experience delivering complex refurbishment and alteration projects end to end, • Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts and UK construction regulations, • Proficiency in AutoCAD, NBS Create and MS Office 365 (including MS Project), • Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills What you'll get in return This is an excellent short-term opportunity to work within a highly regarded organisation with a varied and technically interesting project portfolio. In return, you will receive: • A competitive hourly rate of up to £42.10 (umbrella), • Exposure to a large-scale, well-funded estate programme, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • A strong possibility of contract extension, subject to performance and project demand 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 me on 0161 236 4949. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4788540

Construction Project Manager opportunity for national leisure club Your new companyYou will be working for one of the fastest growing national leisure clubs.Their estate spans both large-scale external canopy schemes and internal warehouse conversions, they are scaling rapidly across the UK.To support this growth, they are bringing their project management function fully in-house. This is a pivotal hire that will sit at the heart of their development programme and play a defining role in how the leisure club scales.Your new roleYou will take full ownership of delivering the leisure club's venues end-to-end - from initial site identification through to opening day. Acting as the central point of accountability, you will work closely with the Director of Property, external design and build partners, consultants, and the operations team to ensure each scheme is delivered on time, on budget, and to the required standard.This role requires strong commercial acumen. You must be confident analysing cost plans, challenging contractor pricing, identifying inflated variations, and protecting the clubs financial interests throughout the lifecycle of each project. While not a Quantity Surveyor, you will be expected to operate with commercial awareness and discipline at every stage. Key ResponsibilitiesSite Inception & Feasibility • Partner with the Director of Property from day one to define briefs and establish scheme requirements before costs are committed, • Produce initial feasibility layouts, including court configurations, clubhouse placement, and key spatial planning, to support early site viability assessments, • Review and challenge feasibility cost plans alongside the independent QS, identifying inconsistencies or risks, • Carry out early-stage risk assessments to minimise abortive spend, • Maintain a live pipeline tracker across all active and prospective sitesPlanning & Design Coordination, • Manage planning activity across all schemes, ensuring submissions, approvals, and condition discharges remain on programme, • Act as the primary liaison between the club and external consultants, driving responsiveness and eliminating bottlenecks, • Track planning milestones and proactively escalate risks to programme delivery, • Review design outputs to ensure alignment with brief, budget, and operational requirements, challenging unnecessary complexity or cost, • Coordinate landlord approvals, including licences to alter, ensuring timelines are metProcurement & Contract Management, • Lead all contractor and consultant appointments from a client-side perspective, • Oversee contract management across schemes, scrutinising payment applications prior to approval, • Procure and manage specialist suppliers, including courts, security systems, AV, FF&E, surfaces, signage, and operational equipment, • Evaluate and benchmark supplier pricing, negotiating commercially advantageous terms, • Work with insurance brokers to ensure appropriate coverage is in place, • Enforce robust change control, ensuring all variations are costed and agreed before instructionProgramme & Delivery, • Own and manage the master programme for each scheme, with clear milestones and accountability, • Chair regular progress meetings and provide clear, accurate reporting to HQ, • Identify and mitigate programme risks early to avoid delays, • Manage the transition from practical completion through to operational readiness, • Ensure utilities are procured and delivered in line with programme requirementsCommercial Oversight, • Work closely with finance to manage payment schedules in line with programme delivery, • Flag disputes or cash flow risks proactively, • Maintain accurate cost-to-complete forecasts and regularly report on financial performance, • Review valuations and payment applications against progress and scope, • Track budget performance, providing clear variance reporting with recommended actions, • Support final account negotiations alongside the QS, • Challenge scope creep and cost escalation at sourceHandover & Closeout, • Lead practical completion across all schemes, • Manage snagging through to full resolution, • Ensure a seamless handover to operations, with venues fully ready to trade, • Compile and maintain all project documentation, including O&M manuals, warranties, and compliance recordsWhat you'll need to succeed, • Proven track record delivering leisure, hospitality, or retail construction or fit-out projects - including both ground-up builds and warehouse/industrial conversions, • Demonstrable commercial awareness: able to read a cost plan, challenge a contractor's numbers, and manage a budget with confidence - without being a qualified QS, • Strong experience managing D&B contractors and fit-out contractors as the client-side PM, • Confident coordinating multidisciplinary teams of external consultants - architects, planning consultants, building control - keeping them aligned and on programme without doing their job for them, • Ability to produce basic site feasibility schematics to support early-stage site assessment, • Ability to manage construction programmes confidently, • Excellent supplier and contractor management skills including direct procurement of FF&E and specialist packages, • Strong communicator - able to give clear, concise programme and cost updates to senior stakeholders, • Highly organised, self-sufficient, and comfortable managing multiple schemes concurrently, • A natural pushback instinct - you spot when something isn't right and you say so, constructivelyWhat you'll get in returnSalary £70,000Flexible hybrid working- 1 office day per week, 2 days on the road for site visits and 2 days wfh per week Holidays Pension 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. # 4795254

We are currently recruiting for a Safety, Health and Environmental Officer / SHE Officer on a permanent basis for a leading company that manufactures and implements energy power generation and battery storage solutions. You will assist with all safety, health, and environmental matters within the region, ensuring adherence to current legislation and internal policies. You will assist in conducting risk assessments and identifying ways to reduce risk, as well as assisting with the maintenance of the ISO Integrated Management System. The ideal candidate will be: • Experienced Health and Safety Officer with in the UK construction and/or mechanical/electrical engineering industry, • NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety and/or NEBOSH Health & Safety Management for Construction (UK) H&S, • Ideally Level 3 Certificate in Environmental Management or equivalent, • Knowledge of CDM and ideally LOLER, PUWER, Electricity at Work Act and Gas Safety Regulations, • Knowledge/experience of ISO 45001, 14001 and 9001, • Full current UK Driving Licence required to fulfil duties of the role, to include travel across UK sites Other Key Information: • Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm & Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm., • Salary - £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience with an increase after successful probation, • Hybrid following successful probation with the 60:40 split office/home, • Office based in Stockport

A well-established building services consultancy has an immediate requirement for an intermediate level electrical engineer to join their office in ManchesterYour responsibilities would include:Supporting the Senior Engineers, Associates, and Directors in undertaking electrical design and consultancy work, producing electrical design drawings, calculations (using Amtech, Hevacomp, IES, Relux, and Dialux software, etc), reports, specifications and schedules, systems designLiaising with other design team members internal and external, represent the business at meetings where appropriate.Fulfilling the technical responsibilities of an Electrical Engineer including but not limited to:Carrying out surveys of existing facilities and preparation of survey reportsAssisting with early-stage design works, load estimates and assessment of plant area spatial allowancesProvision of design calculationsAssisting in the development of design solutions to comply with all recognised standards and Building Regulations, including Part F/ Part L / Section 6 requirements, etc,Assisting in the production of reports as required, including relevant supporting documentation required for BREEAM accreditationSupporting project risk assessments to ensure safe installation and operation and in compliance with CDM legislation.Production of CAD drawings and provision of all support to produce satisfactory detail drawings as required for tender, construction, or other purposesAssisting in the production of project specifications and schedules, adapting standard specification information where possibleAttending and contributing to design team and project meetingsAssisting in undertaking site supervision duties as necessary to ensure works are installed in accordance with contract documentation and good engineering practiceAssisting in witnessing the testing, proving, and commissioning procedures of final installations as required, etc.Contributing to ensure the application and maintenance of all Integrated Management System proceduresCarrying out all personal management duties including weekly recording of man-hour commitments to individual projectsIn return they offer a very attractive salary/benfits package

Senior Buyer – Procurement 📍 Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 2 days in office) 📅 Contract: 12 months (Maternity Cover) July 2026 (with potential handover period) 📌 IR35: Inside IR35 The Opportunity Belcan Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their Procurement & Supply Chain team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part across a diverse portfolio of engineering and infrastructure projects, supporting both bid and delivery phases. The role has been deemed Inside of IR35 and paying competitively on an hourly paid based basis. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, helping shape procurement strategies, strengthen supply chain performance, and ensure best practice governance throughout the project lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a tangible commercial impact across high-profile sectors such as nuclear, defence, power, and life sciences. Key Responsibilities • Manage the end-to-end procurement of professional services (sub-consultancy agreements) across projects and bids, • Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts in collaboration with legal and commercial teams, • Develop and manage supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance management, and compliance, • Provide market insight and cost data to support project delivery and bid activity, • Ensure procurement activities align with governance standards and best practice, • Support procurement strategy across both project and business levels About You You will be an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in engineering, construction, or a similar project-led environment. Key experience includes: • Managing professional services procurement and contracts, • Strong understanding of the UK construction and engineering market, • Confident in contract negotiation and administration, • Ability to balance stakeholder management with compliance requirements, • Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, • Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence and challenge where appropriate Requirements • Working knowledge of UK standard forms of contract, particularly NEC4 PSC, • Experience in procurement strategy and contract management, • Understanding of UK procurement and finance legislation, • MCIPS (or working towards), • Relevant degree or equivalent experience, • Experience using COINS (desirable)

Facade Design Manager 💰 £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience 📍 North West location + occasional UK site visits 🏖️ 25 days holiday 🏥 Healthcare cash plan 🔒 Death in service 📅 Permanent, full-time | Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm Are you a fenestration design professional ready to lead? Laboris Solutions are working with a facade specialist delivering award-winning projects to healthcare providers, and custodial environments across the UK. They're looking for a Design Manager to head up one of their design teams. The Role This is a hands-on leadership position — you’ll personally own key design outputs and manage, mentor, and develop a talented team of designers. No ivory tower management here. You’ll take projects from tender through to construction issue, act as the technical authority for the division, and collaborate closely with Production, Installation, Sales, Procurement, and R&D to keep designs accurate, buildable, and fully compliant. What You’ll Be Doing • Leading and managing the Secure Division Design Department, • Producing and checking drawings, schedules, and technical documentation, • Owning projects end-to-end — tender to construction issue, • Acting as escalation point for complex technical challenges, • Driving design change control, QA, and Golden Thread compliance, • Attending client, architect, and contractor meetings as design lead, • Mentoring junior designers and building a high-performing team What they’re Looking For ✅ Proven experience in fenestration or façade design (2–5+ years senior) ✅ Strong technical knowledge ✅ Familiarity with UK/EN standards, Approved Documents, CWCT, Building Safety Act, and Golden Thread ✅ Experience producing drawings for client approval and fabrication ✅ Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office ✅ Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills ✅ Full, clean UK driving licence Ambitious candidates with a shorter track record but exceptional technical ability and leadership potential are encouraged to apply. Apply now or message us directly — we’d love to hear from you. #Fenestration #DesignManager #Facade #Construction #Hiring

Principal or Associate Fire Engineer Glasgow, Bristol, Manchester or London Competitive salary + benefits We have an exciting opening for a Principal or Associate Fire Engineer to join our firm in our Glasgow, Bristol, Manchester or London offices. About us Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working. Hoare Lea’s Fire Engineering group is a leading team of experienced fire safety specialists, many Chartered through the Institution of Fire Engineers. As part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies we collaborate with top engineers, access advanced technical resources, and work on major, high‑profile projects—while also delivering standalone fire engineering commissions and maintaining long‑term client relationships. Notable projects include Heathrow Terminal 2, Doha Metro, the £1bn Elephant & Castle redevelopment, the ExCeL extension, the Royal Hospital for Children and Young Persons (Edinburgh), seven of Manchester’s ten tallest buildings (including the UK’s tallest residential tower), several major UK airport terminals and two World Cup stadia. We invest heavily in research and testing—covering computational modelling, emerging risks and novel techniques—and recently led two of the world’s largest CLT compartment fire tests to validate a sustainable timber office design. Training and professional development are central to our culture: weekly internal sessions, regular away‑days and access to external events support career growth and CEng attainment. Our team’s diverse background includes ex‑fire service, building control and specialists in physics, mechanical/chemical engineering, materials science and forensics. We are active in SFPE, the Smoke Control Association, BSI and the Institution of Fire Engineers. Why join us? • World‑class fire engineering on high‑quality, varied projects., • Strong client repeat business and long‑term relationships., • Exceptional training and a clear route to Chartered status., • Flexible working and generous benefits (including a 9‑day fortnight option)., • A supportive, inclusive team culture with regular socials. About the role • Join Hoare Lea’s Fire Engineering team to deliver fire safety design for buildings across the UK (with occasional international projects)., • Collaborate within multi‑disciplinary project teams and manage long‑term external client relationships., • Apply detailed knowledge of UK fire regulations and design guidance to produce compliant, practical solutions., • Integrate fire engineering requirements with other construction disciplines to achieve coordinated designs., • Maintain clear, timely communication across teams, incorporating and acting on feedback., • Represent the fire team at design workshops, client meetings and site visits., • Travel to client sites and project locations in the UK, and occasionally abroad, as project needs dictate., • Use fire‑modelling and analysis tools (evacuation, smoke, heat radiation and structural fire models) to support design decisions. What we are looking for • Proven experience in a fire engineering consultancy or related fire safety role., • Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Building Services, Architecture, Physics, Maths or similar, with strong technical knowledge in fire safety design., • Practical experience with fire modelling / analysis software., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative approach to team working., • Strong organisational skills, ability to prioritise and deliver to tight deadlines., • Professionalism, attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality client service. How to apply To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application, or for further information please contact jessicamartin@hoarelea.com. If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices. Adjustments and accommodations If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know. Data privacy We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more. Recruitment agencies We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners who assist us when required. We do not acknowledge speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.

Commercial Property Partner – Manchester – Legal 500 + Hybrid + Benefits A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Property Partner to join its highly ranked, Legal 500 recognised Manchester real estate team. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Partner in Manchester to join a top-tier practice known for complex, high-value work across the UK and internationally. As a Commercial Property Partner in their Manchester office, you’ll play a key role in leading client relationships, driving growth and advising on major transactions within a market-leading team. The Role • Leading on high-value commercial property transactions, • Advising on acquisitions, disposals and large-scale portfolio management, • Acting for major corporate occupiers, investors and developers, • Handling complex landlord & tenant and asset management work, • Supporting development and investment projects, • Driving business development and strengthening key client relationships, • Collaborating with corporate, banking and construction teams, • Playing a strategic role in the growth of the Manchester office The Candidate • Established Partner or Senior Solicitor ready for Partnership, • Strong background in commercial property / real estate, • Experience gained within a leading regional, national or international firm, • Proven track record in business development and client relationship management, • Strong technical expertise across complex transactions, • Commercially driven with a strategic mindset, • Excellent leadership and mentoring capability, • Portable following advantageous but not essential Benefits & How to Apply • Highly competitive salary and bonus structure, • Equity or partnership package available, • Hybrid and flexible working, • 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Private healthcare, • Pension scheme, • International platform with high-quality work, • Clear strategic influence within a Legal 500 ranked team Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone Contact: Sam Disley-Joyson, Recruitment Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07852 170946 Email: sam.disley-joyson@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients including a range of Legal 500 firms.

I am recruiting for an established, highly respected, privately-owned construction business headquartered in Greater Manchester and delivering contracts across the UK. It is a real hybrid role - we are looking for someone with really strong contractual and commercial expertise (mainly JCT & NEC), but equally comfortable on site and working with the office-based Commercial Director. You're likely to be RICS, but you could equally be CIOB with a real contractual / commercial focus. The duties and responsibilities will be broad and varied, but will include:- What You’ll Do: • Be a key member of the Company's Board advising on all projects and related commercial matters, • Be the key lead Director co-ordinating estimating, production, commercial and client relationships, • Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with legal and commercial frameworks, • Oversee project delivery from tender to final account, ensuring operational and financial targets are agreed, understood and met, • Collaborate with Board Directors, Contracts Managers, Project Managers, and the Commercial and Estimating teams to drive performance, • Champion health & safety, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement, • Maintain existing and build strong client relationships with new, potential clients, • Work closely with the Managing Director to develop commercial and business strategy What You’ll Bring: • 10+ years in commercial contract or senior construction management, • A clear track record of delivery of profitable, successful projects and business growth, • Strong proven contract knowledge with a real commercial insight, • A professional, construction qualification (RICS, CIOB, ICE or equivalent), • Strong commercial acumen & legal contract knowledge, • Proven leadership, negotiation & stakeholder management skills, • Operational understanding of project management and delivery across large, commercial construction projects What is on Offer: • A truly senior, 360, Board level role, • The opportunity to mold strategy and drive performance, • A truly competitive package, • The chance to work with a business with a superb reputation and an exciting future For a confidential discussion, apply now

A leading, commercial property business is seeking a Group Sustainability Manager to be based in their Manchester office. You will be their first sustainability hire, focused on developing and implementing their sustainability strategy, ESG Reporting and KPIs, managing ESG communications and driving decarbonisation. Duties will include: • Development and delivery of the Sustainability & ESG strategy., • Report into the leadership and update investors on progress, acting as a trusted advisor., • Performance management and reporting, covering ESG requirements, carbon emissions, energy usage and tracking improvements through the introduction of ESG KPIs., • Lead social impact campaigns and charitable initiatives to maximise their benefits., • Work collaboratively across the business to embed ESG strategy, build sustainability best practices and increase awareness., • Work with the marketing team on external ESG communications and lead on external engagement activities, such as partnerships and events. Candidate MUST have: • Experience in a similar sustainability role within the property / built environment / real estate industry., • Sustainability strategy experience, embedding the strategy and driving continual improvement., • Good stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across the business’s various departments., • Data analysis and reporting skills, tracking performance indicators, generating annual ESG reports and aligning to industry standards., • Experience working on Social Value / Social Impact / Community and / or Health and Wellness projects., • Passion for sustainability and to continue expanding your knowledge. Desirable are: • Experience of working with investment management, • IEMA or other suitable body membership. The role offers hybrid working, with 2 days a week from home and requires occasional travel to other sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and progressive business, that is rapidly expanding and supports your personal development; in a role that you can make your own. The successful candidate will receive a basic salary of up to £50,000 based on your skills, bonus, pension and good benefits. Key words: Sustainability Manager, ESG Manager, sustainability strategy, Sustainability Lead, property, construction, built environment, real estate, ESG reporting, ESG KPIs, social impact, social value, governance, sustainability report, sustainability jobs, ESG jobs, Manchester, Cheshire.

Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd is a leading technical consultancy with a reputation built on over 35 years of successful projects in the UK and Ireland. Our purpose is to facilitate the investment and delivery of energy infrastructure projects that positively influence the energy transition. Our success comes from the unique combination of skills and experience that continuously evolves. Our Engineers and Consultants support some of the most innovative energy projects across the UK and Ireland; providing design, intellectual, and engineering services to developers, investors, and owner-operators. We are looking to engage an experienced Health and Safety Advisor on a permanent contract basis working full time hours. You will be based from our Stockport, Greater Manchester, office (2-3 days a week) with travel to support project teams across the UK, and on occasion in Ireland, on the other working days. We are looking for: • A dynamic individual who will be very visible across the business as part of our recognised health and safety function. Proven ability to influence others in promoting a strong safety culture., • Excellent working knowledge of the power generation, oil & gas or renewables sector and the dynamic nature of risk and its management;, • NEBOSH General Cert (Construction) or National Diploma (Diploma is preferred), • A professional member of IOSH, working towards Chartered membership., • Ideally ISO45001 Lead Auditor certified with practical construction-based audit experience., • 3-day First Aid Certification and MHFA or NEBOSH wellbeing certification., • Have a good working knowledge of UK OH&S regulations and guidance., • Proven track record of operating in and continually updating a positive health and safety culture., • Support on health and safety for our offices in England, Scotland, and Ireland;, • Promote health and safety services to our client base, in conjunction with the Business Development team;, • Up to date working knowledge of the CDM 2015 Regulations (including Principal Contractor role)., • Based within an reasonable commute of our Stockport office. Office attendance 2-3 days a week, this is not a remote role., • Full driving licence with willingness to travel in the UK and overseas if required., • Please note we are unable to sponsor work visas for this role. What you can expect from us: • A competitive salary, to be discussed on application., • Up to 20% of salary bonus scheme, • Salary sacrifice scheme for EV rental, • Cycle to work scheme, • 5% pension contribution, • Private healthcare (BUPA), • Team and company social events., • Milestone scheme celebrating years spent as part of the Fichtner team!

Glenbrook – Senior Project Manager Office – Manchester Project(s) - Nationwide Our client is a privately owned, property development and investment company with significant mixed-use development schemes across the UK. Two of their latest BTR residential schemes has just reached practical completion, another two have gained planning permission, with several other schemes currently in for planning. This facilitates the need to hire Senior Project Manager to look after these projects through to completion. They offer a hybrid working environment with travel required on a weekly basis. The current schemes will be UK wide, with the office based in Manchester with an option of Hybrid working. Role: • We are seeking an experienced Senior/Project Manage to work closely with colleagues, consultants and the contractor teams to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time and on budget., • Work closely with the project lead to implement project governance systems and monitor project outputs to ensure successful project delivery., • You will manage and coordinate the procurement, construction and post construction stages, overseeing the professional team/s and contractor/s for each project., • Health and safety is a priority in this role, as will ensuring continuous improvement of project delivery., • You will manage and coordinate the risk management process, including identification, management and mitigation of keys risks., • Assist in the procurement, selection and briefing / scoping of consultant team members., • Assist with the procurement of the main contractor to secure best value., • Seek to achieve best value through all aspects of design, procurement and delivery., • Maintain strong programme and financial reporting / control throughout the project., • Manage client variations and the change control process through the construction phase., • Assist with reporting to discharge the client’s duties in accordance with any legal agreements, Development Agreements etc., • Assist in the resolution of any disputes arising during the construction phase., • Contribute and identify areas for improvement in the construction delivery process. Candidate: • An enthusiastic and experienced “hands on” Senior/Project Manager (MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB qualified is preferred) with new build multi-storey development experience., • A minimum of 5 years’ project management experience with demonstrable operational management skills., • Exceptional ability to monitor project performance and construction progress, and drive actions to a satisfactory conclusion., • Communicate with confidence., • Produce succinct, informative reports with attention to detail., • Manage time effectively and prioritise activities to achieve project outcomes., • Maintain high professional standards., • A can-do attitude backed up with technical knowledge, including statutory regulations and JCT forms of contract., • The ability to multi-task in different situations and embrace change and new ideas. In Return: • Salary circa £60-90,000 (subject to experience and qualifications) plus car allowance, • Excellent bonus scheme., • Fast paced career progression., • Attend regular social/networking events., • Excellent time to join a progressive property company, one of the most active developers in the North West, with an exceptional pipeline of developments. Apply to Richard Williams with your CV by email or for a confidential discussion about the role, please call the mobile. All direct and third party applications will be forwarded to SpenceLooker Recruitment for review. E: richard@spencelooker.co.uk M: 07703 259479

A well-established and ambitious interior design studio based in Manchester is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Interior Designer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, client-focused designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment — someone who loves bringing ideas to life in front of clients as much as they love creating them. The role The successful candidate will lead office interior design projects from initial concept through to completion, managing client relationships at every stage and presenting design concepts with confidence and flair. They will play an active role in pitching to prospective clients, contributing to business development, and helping to raise the studio's profile in the workplace design market. The ideal candidate Must have proven experience in office and workplace interior design — this is non-negotiable A design and build (D&B) background is highly desirable, understanding the full delivery process from concept through to construction is a real advantage Is genuinely client-facing, comfortable owning relationships, leading meetings, and presenting design concepts to clients with energy and confidence Enjoys the pitch process and can tell a compelling design story that excites and persuades prospective clients Has a strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality workplace projects and an exceptional eye for detail Is proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and the Adobe Creative Suite with strong visualisation skills Has the seniority to mentor junior designers and contribute positively to studio culture What's on offer This studio is known for its creative culture, strong client relationships, and a pipeline of exciting workplace projects. The senior interior designer will have genuine creative influence, a prominent client-facing role, and a clear path for progression........all from a vibrant Manchester base.

Senior Project Manager - Commercial Fit-Out | Major Projects Manchester | Hybrid Excellent salary + car allowance, bonus & package Full time | Permanent This is a genuinely strong Senior Project Manager opportunity within a growing, well established construction consultancy that continues to win major workplace programmes across the North West. They are looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager into their Manchester team as part of continued growth, driven by a secured pipeline of work rather than speculative hiring. You will be joining a high performing project management team delivering Cat A and Cat B commercial fit-out schemes for major clients. These are long term programmes typically ranging from £300m to £500m, offering continuity, scale and complexity rather than one off delivery. The work is varied and high quality. You will be involved in: • High end corporate office environments for financial institutions, • Large scale workplace programmes with repeat clients, • Complex refurbishments within listed and heritage buildings, • Design led projects where quality and detail matter One of the key reasons people join and stay is the way the team is structured. Individuals are rotated across projects and sectors to keep things fresh and build broader experience. There has also been a strong run of internal promotions recently, giving a clear and realistic pathway for progression. The role • You will take ownership of projects from early stage through to completion, • Act as the key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, • Lead coordination across design, commercial and delivery teams, • Manage programme, risk and quality across multiple schemes, • Support and mentor junior team members within the team About you You will be operating within a construction consultancy, developer or main contractor environment. • Strong experience delivering Cat A and/or Cat B commercial fit-out projects, • Comfortable in a client facing role and leading meetings, • Good understanding of JCT contracts and project delivery, • Either an established Senior Project Manager or a Project Manager ready to step up What is on offer • Clear progression backed by recent promotions within the team, • Exposure to large scale programmes rather than isolated projects, • Opportunity to move across sectors and broaden your experience, • Strong pipeline with repeat clients and secured work, • Flexible hybrid working and supportive team environment If you are open to exploring a move, we would be happy to give you a clearer view of the team, projects and how this could fit into your longer term career. Apply now by submitting your CV or contact Dean Forster at Tempest Jones on dean@tempestjones.com

Site Manager – New Build & Design & Build Projects 📍 Manchester | Long-Term Opportunity About the Company We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Site Manager to join a leading principal contractor delivering major new build projects across the leisure and healthcare sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional with a strong background in Design & Build projects, site leadership, subcontractor management, programme delivery, and health & safety compliance. About the Role As Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Responsibilities • Managing and coordinating subcontractors, labour, and suppliers, • Driving programme delivery and short-term planning, • Leading site health & safety in line with CDM Regulations, • Overseeing quality assurance procedures and site inspections, • Managing Building Regulations compliance and statutory inspections, • Coordinating design information on Design & Build projects, • Liaising with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders, • Using Procore and other digital construction management systems, • Maintaining accurate site records, progress reports, and updates Essential Experience • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Site Manager, including experience operating at Senior Site Manager level, • Proven track record delivering new build construction projects, • Strong experience working under JCT Design & Build contracts, • Excellent subcontractor management and coordination skills, • Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and digital construction platforms, • Experience within leisure, healthcare, commercial, or public sector projects, • Excellent health & safety knowledge and site management standards, • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills Desirable Experience • Procore experience, • Experience delivering large multi-trade developments, • BIM/Revit knowledge and experience Required Skills & Certifications • SMSTS, • Black CSCS Card, • First Aid at Work, • Asbestos Awareness, • Fire Marshal/Warden, • Full UK Driving Licence Preferred Qualifications • NVQ Level 6/7 or construction-related degree Pay Range & Benefits Competitive salary and package available, dependent on experience. Location 📍 Manchester This role would suit a proactive and professional Senior Site Manager who takes pride in delivering high-quality projects, managing subcontractors effectively, and leading successful site teams.

Contract Administrator Location: Manchester - Fully Onsite Salary: £300 per day (via Umbrella) Contract: 6 Months Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, fully onsite We are excited to offer an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contract Administrator to join a dynamic Clients Facilities Management team supporting a major PFI Healthcare contract. This role sits at the heart of project and commercial operations, acting as the link between Project Managers, PMO, and Commercial teams. You will play a critical role in ensuring contractual compliance, managing formal notices, and supporting project delivery outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with complex contracts. Key Responsibilities: • You will be responsible for managing and coordinating all formal contractual notices including Early Warning Notices, Delay Notices, RFIs, and other contractual correspondence., • Act as the single point of contact for Project Managers and PMO teams regarding contractual notice requirements., • Maintain and manage comprehensive Notice Registers and Action Logs, ensuring all deadlines and follow-ups are tracked and delivered., • Work closely with the Commercial Manager to ensure all contractual communications are accurate, compliant, and commercially sound., • Within this role you will attend project and programme meetings, capturing contractual actions and ensuring alignment across teams., • Support Project Managers by translating operational issues into formal contractual mechanisms and ensuring compliance with contract terms., • Your can-do attitude will help us succeed in maintaining strong governance, audit-ready documentation, and timely contract administration processes., • Liaise with stakeholders across Project, Commercial, and Programme functions to ensure risks are identified and managed proactively. What do you need? • Proven experience in a Contract Administrator, Commercial Support, or Project Support role within FM, Construction, or PFI environments., • Strong understanding of contract administration processes, including formal notices and contractual compliance., • Experience managing registers, trackers, and documentation in a structured and auditable way., • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to draft formal contractual correspondence., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)., • Ability to work onsite in Manchester, Monday to Friday., • Full right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). What happens now? Once you’ve submitted your application, our recruitment team will review your CV and If shortlisted, a recruiter from the team will contact you within 24–48 hours for an initial discussion. The call will come from a Manchester number (either 0161 or +44 161).

Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer Senior Associate/LD | 100% Remote | £90,000 - £110,000 + Bonus This is a national law firm with a significant pipeline of existing work, genuine flexibility and no mandated office attendance. The role can be fully remote anywhere in the UK. Partnership (salaried) is also a possibility for those ready to take the next step in their career. The work includes: • International energy and infrastructure projects, • FIDIC contracts, • International flavour with projects across Europe & Africa, • UK developer and contractor work, • JCT agreements, • High-value construction and engineering matters The contentious construction team is extremely successful and generates a strong flow of non-contentious instructions, meaning the focus is on delivery, leadership and managing junior lawyers rather than business generation. The team is looking for somebody technically strong, commercial, and easy to work with. A good fit for a Legal Director or Senior Associate frustrated by limited progression or lack of flexibility at their current firm. A genuinely unique opportunity – contact me however you see fit and I’ll be happy to provide more details.

🚨 CHIEF ESTIMATOR – INFRASTRUCTURE 📍 Mississauga (Toronto), Canada 💰 Executive-Level Salary + Bonus + Equity (Employee-Owned) ✈️ Full VISA Sponsorship + Relocation This is not just estimating. This is where strategy wins projects. If you’ve led bids on major infrastructure… this is your opportunity to step into a role where you shape billion-dollar outcomes. Why Canada — And Why Now? Because infrastructure is moving at scale. • Massive investment across transit, highways, bridges & airports, • Long-term, government-backed pipelines, • Stability + world-class lifestyle, • A country that supports leaders and families relocating long-term This is timing. And it’s big. 🏗️ The Opportunity A Tier 1, employee-owned contractor is expanding its Infrastructure division and hiring a Chief Estimator to lead from the front. You’ll report directly to the Pre-Construction Director and take ownership of: • Major transit & transportation bids, • High-value infrastructure pursuits, • Estimating strategy across multiple large-scale projects This is not a back-office role. You are driving how projects are won. 🔥 What You’ll Be Leading • Roads, highways & interchanges, • Bridges & major structures, • LRT / BRT transit systems, • Airports & large infrastructure programs ⚙️ What You’ll Own • Full oversight of pre-construction & estimating performance, • Bid strategy, risk analysis & cost optimisation, • Conceptual estimating → tender submission, • Constructability input & innovation strategies, • Leadership of high-performing estimating teams, • Stakeholder engagement across clients, consultants & partners 🎯 Who This Is For ✔️ 20+ years across estimating + construction delivery ✔️ Proven leadership on $100M+ infrastructure projects ✔️ Strong experience in Design-Build / CM / IPD models ✔️ Ability to lead teams, mentor talent & drive performance ✔️ Commercially sharp — you understand how to win work profitably ✔️ Comfortable operating at senior leadership level ⚡ Why This Role Stands Out 💰 Executive compensation + bonus + ownership (shares) 📈 Long-term pipeline of major infrastructure work 🌍 Full relocation support for you & your family 🏗️ A role where your decisions directly impact multi-million/billion-dollar outcomes 💬 If you’ve reached the top of estimating — this is the next level. • Relocate. Lead. Win the work that builds nations.

A well-respected and forward-thinking Construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to join their innovative Building Surveying team in Manchester. They deliver tailored Building Surveying and Project Management services across the UK, working with high-profile clients in sectors including government, education, blue light, and infrastructure – with a strong focus on sustainability and Net Zero. • Up to £65,000 basic salary plus excellent benefits and hybrid working, • The chance to gain Project Management experience., • Mix of professional and project-based Building Surveying duties, • Exposure to Net Zero retrofit, technical due diligence, and condition surveys, • Join a collaborative national team with strong technical leadership, • Opportunity to mentor junior surveyors and support APC progression Benefits • Salary: up to £65,000 package, • Flexible and Remote Working: Two days in the office a week, maximum., • Health and Wellbeing: Including private medical insurance, access to mental health support, wellness programs, and gym membership discounts., • Pension: Employee contribution 5%, employer 10%, • Professional Development: Support for gaining professional qualifications like FRICS, • Bonus/Incentive Schemes: Performance-based bonuses., • Generous Annual Leave, • Family-Friendly Policies: Parental leave, flexible working hours, and possibly childcare assistance or subsidies., • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for employees dealing with personal issues, such as counseling services or legal advice., • Career Progression: With a focus on growth and internal promotions, clear pathways for advancement within the company. Feel free to get in touch if you would like to learn more or if you are open to listening to the other opportunities I currently have on the details below: Phone: 0207 072 1473 | Mobile: 07547114075 Email: gavin.bray@alturasearch.com #buildingsurveying #buildingsurveyor #MRICS #RICS

Design Engineer – Didsbury – 6 Month initial Contract – Civil Engineering (House Builder) - £250 - £300 per day via Umbrella PAYE) Location: Didsbury, Manchester Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm (flexible start/finish times available) Summary We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer to join a dynamic technical team responsible for delivering innovative and practical design solutions for civil infrastructure, roads, sewers, and groundwork packages across multiple housing development sites in the region. Reporting to the Technical Director, you will play a key role in producing hands-on designs, managing legal agreements, and supporting site teams with technical queries. The role offers a varied workload with a focus on sustainability, value engineering, and compliance with evolving building and environmental legislation. This position suits an individual with a strong engineering background, ideally with experience in civil or structural design environments, who is comfortable liaising with external authorities and working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities • Procure and review service records and enquiries for new developments, • Undertake in-house design of roads, sewers, and infrastructure for residential estates, • Prepare groundwork design packs for tender and construction stages, • Conduct drainage, foundation, and level appraisals to support land acquisition bids, • Secure and manage legal agreements (S38, S104, S185, S278) aligned with development programmes, • Coordinate with structural engineers for foundation and superstructure design inputs, • Evaluate consultant designs to ensure adherence to value engineering and best practice, • Liaise with technical teams and external bodies to discharge building regulations and planning conditions, • Provide technical support to site engineers and managers, resolving on-site queries Skills • HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline, • Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in civil or structural design environments, • Proven ability to negotiate confidently with sewerage undertakers, highway authorities, and other external bodies, • Strong coordination skills to manage multidisciplinary design teams and meet programme deadlines, • Computer literate with proficiency in design software, • Experience with drainage and infrastructure design for housing developments, • Knowledge of legal agreements related to highways and sewers (S38, S104, S185, S278) Software/Tools • Site 3D, • InfoDrainage, • AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred for ease of transition)

🚀 Mechanical Design Engineer – Water & Wastewater | Manchester (Hybrid) Location: Manchester – Hybrid working available Type: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35) Want to design infrastructure that keeps the UK’s water and wastewater networks running safely and efficiently? Ready to take ownership of technical delivery while working on nationally important treatment works upgrades? Our client is expanding their specialist design team and is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions across major UK water industry projects. 🔧 What You’ll Do • Design mechanical solutions that meet safety, quality, and technical standards, • Produce design calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications, • Direct and support CAD technicians, • Prepare scopes and review outputs from subcontract M&E design teams, • Liaise with suppliers, review tenders, and specify equipment, • Carry out design investigations and technical reporting, • Ensure design changes are tracked and fully implemented, • Estimate design hours and support project planning, • Present designs and attend stakeholder and client meetings 👤 Who You Are You’re a practical, detail-focused engineer who understands water industry standards and enjoys seeing your designs come to life. You bring: • 5+ years’ mechanical design experience within the UK water industry, • Graduate, HND, or strong technician-level experience, • Good IT and design software skills, • Registered with a professional body and working toward chartership, • Strong communication and coordination skills ⭐ Desirable • Chartered Engineer status, • Hydraulic design experience, • UMON scheme experience, • Wastewater & clean water (infra and non-infra) project exposure, • Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and drawing practices 🌍 The Projects You’ll Work On You’ll support varied, nationwide water infrastructure schemes including: • UMON 3 & 4 upgrades at sewage treatment works, • Mechanical design for wastewater and clean water treatment facilities, • Both infrastructure and non-infrastructure programmes 🏢 What’s On Offer • Competitive salary or strong contract rates (Outside IR35), • Hybrid working options (minimum 3 days office-based), • Workplace pension & employee benefits scheme (perm), • Ongoing training and career development, • Free parking, • Great transport links 📣 Ready to Make an Impact? If you want to design meaningful water infrastructure projects, work with a motivated team, and build your career in a growing sector, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or get in touch for a confidential chat. Design. Deliver. Improve. Help shape the future of the UK water industry. Similar job titles: Mechanical Design Engineer – Water, Mechanical Engineer – Wastewater, M&E Design Engineer – Water Industry, Senior Mechanical Engineer – Water Treatment, MEICA Design Engineer, Water Process Mechanical Engineer

Infrastructure Projects Legal Director | 8+ Years PQE | Top 25 International Firm | Manchester An opportunity for an ambitious Legal Director to join a Tier 1 ranked Infrastructure Projects team at a Top 25 international firm in Manchester, working across some of the most transformational construction, infrastructure and energy projects being undertaken in the UK and internationally. The Firm A multinational firm with an unparalleled reputation across a range of sectors, boasting over 40 Tier 1 ranked practice areas, numerous Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners top ranked departments and countless ranked individuals. The firm is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to the quality of work undertaken, the ongoing investment in staff development and the working culture it has built. Despite its size and strong growth, the firm is celebrated for its friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their people. Culturally it has a cutting edge and innovative feel, balanced by a collaborative office environment that has won numerous awards for both the quality of its work and its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The Role You will join one of the largest dedicated Projects teams in Manchester, supporting some of the most significant and transformational projects being undertaken across the UK and internationally. Work spans renewable energy including wind, biomass and hydro, large scale transportation networks, utilities and health, giving you a genuine hand in projects that will make a positive impact for generations to come. Your primary focus will be advising on complex commercial contracts across these varied projects throughout their entire lifecycle. Clients range from national governments and public bodies through to FTSE 100 companies and major international organisations, with the size and scale of instructions varying greatly, meaning the depth and breadth of exposure is unlike most positions available in the market. As a Legal Director you will work closely with renowned partners, take meaningful ownership of complex matters and play a key role in the continued development of junior members within the team. The Ideal Candidate • Infrastructure Projects Legal Director with 8+ years PQE

Company Description\n\nAre you looking for an opportunity where you can deliver customer excellence, evolve trusted customer partnerships and become a subject matter expert? \n\nIf so, our Projects Co-Ordinator Role split between our Salford and Warrington branches could be the perfect next step! This is a role which requires from flexibility to support multiple branches and work closely with the branch sales teams and senior branch leaders.\n\nRexel is a worldwide expert in distributing electric and energy-efficient products and services. Our goal is to provide smart electrical solutions that improve the comfort, safety and security of our customers’ homes, businesses, and industries. \n\nWe’re looking for fresh thinkers, team players, and positive individuals like you to be part of our journey. \n\nThe Benefits of a Career with Rexel: \n\nContributory pension scheme and life assurance \nBonuses: Performance Related Bonus scheme \nTime Off: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, increasing throughout the years too!) You can also buy and sell holiday and enjoy enhanced parental leave \nSupport & Development: Extensive learning opportunities from day one. \nHealth & Wellbeing: Free virtual GP service, Healthy Mind Champions, and more! \nPerks: Staff discounts, exclusive holiday offers and free financial support and education \n\nJob Description\n\nKey responsibilities\n\nProject co-ordination & delivery\n\nAct as a central point of contact for allocated projects, supporting internal teams and customers from order through to delivery/close-out.\nBuild and maintain project trackers (materials, dates, priorities, risks/issues, actions and owners).\nCo-ordinate cross-branch activity to secure stock, manage allocations and meet customer timelines.\nSupport project scheduling (call-offs, phased deliveries, back-order management, returns and credits where required).Order processing & administration\n\nProcess and manage project orders, amendments and call-offs accurately and in line with Rexel procedures.\nCreate/maintain project files and documentation (quotes, order confirmations, delivery notes, proof of deliveries, variations).\nEnsure pricing, margin and approvals are in place before orders are progressed (working with the appropriate manager for authorisation limits).Stock, logistics & site support\n\nLiaise with branch teams, supply chain and transport to plan deliveries and collections, including timed/critical deliveries.\nProactively communicate delays, shortages, substitutions and solutions to customers and internal stakeholders.\nHelp optimise stock holding for projects and reduce excess/obsolete stock at project completion.Stakeholder management\n\nWork closely with Sales, Branch Managers, Customer Services, suppliers and project stakeholders to maintain momentum and resolve issues quickly.\nProvide clear project updates (status, risks, delivery plans, outstanding actions) via agreed cadence.Commercial & continuous improvement\n\nSupport the projects team with basic reporting (on-time delivery, order status, backorders, project value).\nIdentify recurring issues and propose improvements to processes, communication and planning across sites.\nMaintain a professional, customer-first approach aligned to Rexel values and standards.Skills, knowledge & experience\n\nEssential\n\nExperience in a co-ordination role (projects, operations, customer service, order management, or logistics).\nStrong administration skills and attention to detail (tracking, documentation, accuracy).\nConfident communicator who can work across multiple teams/sites and manage competing priorities.\nStrong IT skills (Excel/trackers, email, order processing systems).\nFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel between North West sites.Desirable\n\nExperience in electrical wholesale, construction supply, or trade distribution.\nKnowledge of project call-off processes, phased deliveries, and supplier lead-time management.\nExperience supporting tenders/bids or structured project documentation.\nSplit week across multiple Rexel branches in the North West, with some home/office-based administration time depending on business need.\nOccasional early starts to support critical deliveries/customer requirements.Performance measures\n\nOn-time delivery and call-off performance for assigned projects.\nOrder accuracy / reduction in invoice queries and credits.\nStakeholder satisfaction (customer and internal).\nEffective project tracking and proactive issue resolution.\n\nQualifications\n\nAt Rexel, we prioritise hiring individuals based on behaviours and potential, rather than requiring specific formal qualifications for roles, the behaviours that will set you up for success within an Internal Sales role include:\n\nCOLLABORATION: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives \n\nTAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Taking action, overcoming obstacles, and meeting commitments \n\nCUSTOMER FOCUS: building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions \n\nWhat we’re looking for… \n\nIdeally you will have experience of working in a highly competitive customer focused role where you are comfortable working towards and exceeding sales targets \n\nCustomer centric and a self-starter, you will enjoy developing the business through face to face and phone-based relationships, becoming the subject matter expert for your customers \n\nA flexible approach and an ability to work under pressure whilst identifying business opportunities \n\nAdditional Information\n\nAt Rexel UK, we’re all about welcoming people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives because we know that diversity drives fresh ideas and great results.\n\nBy coming together as one team, we’re building a high-performance culture that not only drives success but also creates real value for our customers and communities.\n\nCreating an environment where individuality is celebrated and creativity flourishes, we're making sure everyone feels supported and confident to be their best

Site Manager – Manchester (North West Projects)\n\nOffice Location: Manchester\nProject Location: North West\nSalary: £45,000 – £55,000\n\nWe are working with a well-established main contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join their Manchester office, delivering projects across the North West.\n\nThis is a site-based role responsible for the efficient, profitable and safety-conscious management of projects from inception through to completion and handover, as allocated by the Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Director.\n\nYou will be responsible for day-to-day site management, ensuring works are delivered on time, to a high-quality standard and within budget, while maintaining strong standards of health & safety, site coordination and record keeping throughout.\n\nThe role requires a proactive, organised and hands-on approach, working closely with subcontractors, site operatives and project teams to ensure smooth project delivery and defect-free handover.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nManage day-to-day site operations from inception through to completion and handover, reporting to the Project Manager / Contracts Manager\nUpdate and track the project programme and short-term lookahead programmes, issuing weekly updates\nAssist in the production and maintenance of the Construction Phase Plan\nChair weekly subcontractor progress and Health & Safety meetings, ensuring actions are recorded and closed out\nManage site setup including welfare, offices, utilities, logistics, security and signage\nCoordinate subcontractors and directly employed operatives in line with programme requirements\nEnsure RAMS are reviewed, approved and communicated to all operatives on site\nMaintain RFIs, CVIs and site information schedules via SharePoint, ensuring timely closure\nIssue subcontractor instructions and ensure compliance with project requirements\nEnsure Health & Safety standards are maintained, including PPE, toolbox talks and site compliance\nMonitor site progress, quality and productivity, reporting issues to the Project Manager / Contracts Manager\nMaintain site records including weekly reports, drawings, registers and documentation\nSupport procurement scheduling alongside the Quantity Surveyor and project team\nCarry out schedule of conditions at project commencement\nCarry out regular toolbox talks and maintain records\nTake and maintain weekly progress photographs from agreed locations\nEnsure site compound, welfare facilities and work areas are kept clean, secure and operational\nSupport O&M and Health & Safety file compilation throughout the project\nAttend subcontractor pre-start meetings\nEnsure understanding of contract scope, drawings and documentation\nStrive for defect-free handover and completion\nLiaise with neighbours and surrounding stakeholders where required\n\nRequirements\n\nIT literate including Word, Excel and email\nAbility to report against programme in agreed format\nSMSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness and Working at Height\nAppropriate CSCS card\nExperience producing Risk Assessments and Method Statements\nStrong Health & Safety awareness\nGood numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills\nEffective meeting and coordination skills\nStrong communication and negotiation skills\nSuitable industry-standard site management experience within construction\nMinimum HNC/HND or NVQ Level 7 (preferred) or equivalent experience\nCIOB membership or NVQ Level 4 (preferred)\nExperience using construction planning software (e.g. Project Commander or equivalent)\nProfessional, presentable and proactive approach at all times

Vacancy No 5532\nVacancy Title Senior Fire Engineer\nLocation Manchester\n“We’re looking for talented professionals who want to be part of a business shaping the future of fire safety engineering on some of the world’s most ambitious and complex projects. From landmark developments and mission-critical facilities across the UK and Ireland to giga-projects in the Middle East, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative solutions that protect lives and support visionary design.\nBuilt on values of integrity, honesty, positivity, ownership, and excellence, this is a company where people are empowered to grow, contribute ideas, and build meaningful long-term careers. With clear progression pathways, strong investment in professional development, flexible working, and a collaborative international culture, you’ll be joining a team that values achievement, wellbeing, and continuous improvement just as much as technical expertise.”\nThe Role\nIn your role as a Senior Fire Engineer, your engagement will encompass all aspects of the fire engineering cycle. We seek a versatile professional who can play a pivotal role in a dynamic, high-growth environment. The ideal candidate is someone who has consistently excelled, boasting a proven track record and a strong drive for excellence in all endeavours.\nWe have multiple opportunities for our fire engineers to grow via a bespoke programme designed to provide you with both professional skills and specialist technical development opportunities. The programme is supported by our senior leadership team and is tailored to give you the support, guidance and the development opportunities you need to help you work towards chartered status or equivalent professional qualifications.\nRole Responsibilities\nKey Duties\n Stay informed about emerging technologies and innovations in the field of fire engineering and share pertinent updates with the team.\n Possess a comprehensive understanding of relevant fire legislation, codes and standards and ensure all work delivered is aligned with most applicable and current requirements.\n Oversee engineering projects and manage resources and tasks to meet time and budgetary objectives.\n Formulate fire strategies and provide guidance to clients on complying with fire safety regulations and industry standards.\n Develop performance-based fire engineering solutions where required to ensure the fire engineering strategy is tailored and best-fit for the project needs.\n Support professional development of the team and promote skills-sharing initiatives.\n Take on the responsibility of preparing fee proposals, engaging in business development initiatives, and establishing a network of clients.\n Discover and nurture business prospects with new and existing clients while promoting the services provided within the company.\n Support recruitment initiatives including participation in interviews for potential new joiners and final decision-making.\n Work closely with colleagues across all offices and support on all levels of projects.\n Operate within company terms and conditions, policies and quality assurance systems.\n Ensure all health and safety regulations are strictly complied with and that all protective/safety equipment is fully utilised when working on site.\n Undertake other duties within the competence of the Senior Engineer Grade, as may be reasonably required from time to time.\nTechnical & Professional Expertise\n Master’s / bachelor’s degree in Fire Engineering or related discipline.\n 5 years’ proven experience in fire engineering consultancy.\n Strong knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and design codes.\n Knowledge of a fire engineering specialism such as smoke analysis, evacuation, structural, radiation etc.\n Solid knowledge of fire engineering software packages such as PyroSIM, FDS, Pathfinder, or similar.\n * Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) and/or Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). Working towards Chartership.\n Proficient in MS Office Suite & Bluebeam · Excellent report writing and presentation skills for client meetings Chartered Engineer with the Engineering Council UK or working towards this or equivalent Expertise in a fire engineering specialism such as smoke analysis, evacuation, structural, radiation etc. Experience using NFPA and IBC codes and standards Application & Interview\nSpecial Aptitudes\n Excellent communication skills and client-facing confidence.\n Ability to manage projects independently and as part of a collaborative team.\n Build strong relationships with clients, architects, developers, contractors, and approval authorities.\n Good problem solving/contingency planning skills with ability to find quick, innovative and practical solutions\n Fluent in English · Right to Work in UK\nSRS Recruitment Solutions are leading Construction Recruiters and Construction Products Recruiters specialising in Construction Products Sales Jobs, Technical Sales Building Products Jobs, Construction Product Manufacturer Jobs, Field Sales Jobs Construction, Specification Sales Jobs, A&D Sales Jobs, Interiors Sales Jobs, Design & Sales Consultant Jobs, Business Development Manager Jobs, Building Materials Jobs, Building Sales Jobs, Builders Merchants Jobs, Plumbers Merchants Jobs, Timber Merchant Jobs, Plumbing & Heating Jobs, HVAC Jobs, Timber & Joinery Jobs, Building Envelope Jobs, Roofing Materials Jobs, Fenestration Jobs, Civil Engineering Sales Jobs, KBB Jobs, Specialist Sales Jobs, Plant Hire Jobs, Tool Hire Jobs, Construction Design Jobs, CAD Jobs, Construction Management Jobs, Admin/Support/Finance/Warehouse/ Logistics Jobs, Production Jobs, Marketing Jobs, Senior Management Vacancies, Director Vacancies, Sales Director Jobs, Health & Safety / SHEQ Vacancies, Safety Products Sales Jobs

A growing, national Construction Consultancy is looking for a client facing Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Manchester office.\n\nThe Senior Quantity Surveyor's role\n\nThe successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be working alongside a QS Director. Primarily working on Fund Monitoring projects in the short term, moving into a broader Quantity Surveying role in the long term.\n\nWorking within a small team, the Director is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor who has experience in comfortable running a project or two independently, primarily within the residential sector.\n\nThe Senior Quantity Surveyor \n\nCompleted a Quantity Surveying degree\n5+ years Quantity Surveying experience\nStrong Fund Monitoring experience\nPQS / Consultancy background\nMRICS or working towards\nPre and post contract experience\nDriving licence\nStrong communication skillsIn Return?\n\n£55,000 - £65,000\nClear route to Associate\nEOT + bonus scheme\n27 days annual leave + bank holidays\nBusiness expenses\nPension scheme\nDeath in service\nPermanent Health\nTravel & Accident cover\nAPC support\nProfessional membership fees\nDiverse workload\nSocial activities throughout the year\nFlexible workingIf you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, please contact Tom Finn at Foster & May.\n\nRef: #787\n\nMRICS Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Quantity Surveyor / Fund Monitor / Senior Cost Manager / Senior Cost Consultant

At Network Plus, our Shut Off Controllers play a key role in keeping critical water network operations running safely and efficiently across the rehab contract. Acting as the central coordination point for planned shutoffs, you’ll monitor live outages in real time, liaise with operational teams and turnkeys, ensure all risk assessments and compliance checks are in place, and help minimise disruption for customers and the wider network. This is a fast-paced, operationally focused role suited to someone organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple moving parts while maintaining high standards of safety, communication, and accuracy. We are looking for someone to: • Manage and monitor all live planned shutoffs across the rehab contract, ensuring safe, compliant, and timely delivery, • Contact and confirm shutoff requirements with operational teams/turnkeys prior to works commencing, identifying any cancellations, amendments, or risks, • Issue the correct Risk Assessment (RA) documentation to the competent person in advance of planned shutoffs, ensuring all operational steps and controls are clearly communicated, • Verify that the correct, in-date RA is present on site prior to isolation activities commencing, • Confirm pre-site checks have been completed and approved, • Monitor shutoff progress in real time, maintaining regular communication with field teams throughout the duration of the outage, • Escalate delays or potential overruns, • Ensure shutoff start and restoration times are accurately recorded and communicated in line with client and regulatory requirements, • Maintain accurate records and timely updates within company works management and shutoff tracking systems, • Provide daily and weekly operational updates and reports as required, • Ensure all health, safety, compliance, and customer-related concerns are reported and managed in line with company procedures, • Provide a positive and proactive contribution to the operational team, supporting continuous improvement and problem solving, • Previous experience within utilities, operational coordination, streetworks, water network operations, or a similar fast-paced environment desirable, • Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live activities simultaneously, • Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions within time-critical situations, • Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate operational records, • Confident liaising with operational teams, supervisors, subcontractors, and clients, • Good understanding of health & safety requirements within operational or construction environments desirable, • Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office and works management systems, • Ability to prioritise workload and work to strict operational deadlines, • A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem solving, • Knowledge of water network operations, shutoff procedures, or valve operations would be advantageous We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

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