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Senior Design Manager - Construction - Competitive salary package Your new company One of the UK’s leading contractors with over a 100 years of experience. Operating across the UK in a number of sectors including: Construction, Residential, Fit Out, Maintenance and Engineering Your new role Working on a major expansion project in Cambridge, they are looking for a senior design manager to join the project team. Where you will be taking the project from pre-construction through to delivery. With a particular focus on the residential units of the project. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and coordinate design activities across all stages, ensuring compliance with programme, scope, and budget, • Chair consultant and client-facing design meetings, producing clear action lists and tracking progress., • Manage risk and identify opportunities for value engineering., • Oversee design deliverables, including Principal Designer and supply chain CDP packages., • Ensure robust change management and maintain transparent communication with stakeholders., • Drive sustainability compliance., • Support bid management processes and contribute to securing future parcels., • Promote health, safety, wellbeing, and environmental excellence. What you'll need to succeed • Proven experience leading design management on £50m+ projects within Tier 1 contractors., • Strong knowledge of two-stage PCSA processes., • Familiarity with sustainability KPIs., • Proficient in BIM Level 2, • Professional qualifications (RIBA, CIOB, RICS, CIAT, or equivalent)., • Ability to lead a team, mentor junior staff, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. 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. # 4749890

Corporate Tax Director or Senior Manager job with a Top 10 firm in Cambridge Are you an influential Corporate Tax leader looking to step into a role where you can shape strategy, drive growth, and lead a high-performing team? Hays are partnering with a leading national professional services firm to appoint a Corporate Tax Director or ambitious Senior Manager to join and help grow the Cambridge office. This is a key senior appointment offering significant autonomy, a strong existing client base, and a clear pathway to further progression for the right individual. The OpportunityYou’ll join a highly regarded Corporate Tax practice known for its collaborative culture, technical excellence, and commitment to supporting mid-market and internationally active clients. Working closely with Partners and Directors, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering complex advisory work, overseeing high-quality compliance outputs, and driving business development activity across the region.This role offers exceptional exposure, the ability to make a meaningful impact, and the chance to be part of a firm with genuine ambition and a strong national presence. What You’ll Be Doing • Leading the delivery of advisory and compliance services for a portfolio of larger corporate clients, many with cross-border operations., • Playing a central role in business development-supporting bids, proposals, client pitches and local networking activity., • Providing leadership to a growing team-coaching, developing and mentoring colleagues to support long-term capability and succession., • Building strong internal and external relationships and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the firm’s wider service offering., • Contributing to the ongoing strategic development of the Cambridge office and the wider national tax practice. What We’re Looking For • CTA / ATII qualified (or equivalent)., • Operating at Senior Manager level or above, with broad Corporate Tax experience across both advisory and compliance., • Proven track record of managing complex client portfolios and delivering high-quality technical work., • Strong commercial instincts with a genuine interest in business development and market activity., • A collaborative, approachable leader who enjoys developing and supporting others.Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you-experience, potential and mindset are equally valued. What’s On OfferA competitive package is available alongside a range of market-leading benefits, including: • Hybrid and flexible working., • Structured career pathways, with partnership opportunities for the right candidate., • 28 days’ annual leave (plus ability to purchase more)., • Comprehensive wellbeing programme, including lifestyle, financial and health benefits., • Access to an extensive in-house learning and development platform. Interested?If you’re ready to take the next step in your tax career and want to confidentially discuss this opportunity, please contact Cara Whyte at Hays # 4766312

Estates Manager & Surveyor, Salary up to £55,319, Permanent position in central Cambridge Your new company We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with Emmanuel College, Cambridge to recruit an exceptional Estates Manager & Surveyor to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to play a leading role in the stewardship, enhancement, and future development of one of Cambridge’s most historic and distinctive College estates. Emmanuel College, affectionately known as “Emma”, is set in extensive, beautiful yet peaceful grounds in the heart of central Cambridge. With a reputation as an inclusive, vibrant, and friendly community, Emma is home to around 700 students (undergraduate and postgraduate), 90 Fellows, and approximately 170 College staff, and is led by the Master, Bursar, and Senior Tutor. Being employed at Emma means becoming part of a long-standing College community, steeped in history, heritage, and academic prestige-while benefiting from a forward-looking approach to estate development and modern living. The Estate & VisionEmmanuel College is committed to ensuring that everyone who lives and works within the College benefits from modern, high-quality facilities, thoughtfully integrated within its historic environment. There has been a significant programme of investment across the college, ranging from estate improvements, refurbishments and new build, as well as sustainability-linked projects going forward. Recent developments include: • The construction of 48 new ensuite student rooms in Young’s Court, enabling all undergraduates to be housed on the main College site for their first three years-strengthening community, wellbeing, and connection, • Ongoing improvements to accessible accommodation and inclusive living spaces, • The creation of vibrant shared environments, including Fiona’s cafe and the new College bar with an underground function space, forming a social hub at the heart of College life This blend of heritage and innovation ensures the estate continues to evolve to meet the needs of a modern academic community. Your new role Working closely with the Director of Estates, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of listed and modern buildings, leading a programme of planned maintenance and capital improvement projects. From refurbishment schemes to estate-wide enhancements, your expertise will help shape a sustainable and future-ready built environment. As Estates Manager & Surveyor, you will: • Lead the delivery of planned maintenance and small-medium scale refurbishment projects, • Lead projects from specification to completion, • Manage tenders and assemble external consultant teams as required, • Oversee compliance and ensure adherence to all relevant building regulations and standards, • Manage and support the Maintenance Manager and an experienced in-house trades team, • Act as key liaison for contractors, ensuring quality, performance, and value for money, • Contribute to long-term estate strategy, including sustainability and development planning, • Exercise strong financial oversight, including budget management and cost control What you'll need to succeed We are seeking a proactive, technically strong professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes.You will have: • A degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline, • Proven experience managing maintenance and construction projects, • Strong knowledge of building pathology, regulations, and industry standards, • Experience in contract management and leading teams, • Experience of managing budgets Desirable: • Professional accreditation (e.g. MRICS, MCIOB, CABE), • A track record of working with historic or listed buildings What you'll get in return This is a rare opportunity to work within a prestigious Cambridge College where the estate is central to its identity and future. You’ll have the chance to directly influence how historic buildings are maintained and adapted to support a thriving, modern academic community.Benefits include: • 25 days holiday, • Central Cambridge location, • Free on-site parking / walking distance from the train and bus station, • Excellent pension scheme, • Free lunch provided on-site daily, • Travel to work loans, • Access to on-site facilities including swimming pool and gym Additional Information • Full-time position (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday), • Based on-site at Emmanuel College, Cambridge 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. #4799417

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. Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do. About the role We’re seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Cambridge office. Our local office supports projects across the region and draws on technical expertise from across the firm—particularly in complex sectors such as science & research and healthcare. This is an exciting moment to join our Cambridge office: we’re growing in the UK and internationally. We offer the stability of an established firm with the agility to recognise and develop individuals. Guided by our company vision, we’re committed to improving the balance between people and planet. We design high-performing buildings that address the challenges of climate change while creating living and workspaces that meet modern needs. You will own project deliverables, manage elements of the internal delivery team, and liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues, clients and contractors to ensure holistic, compliant and commercially aware solutions. You will typically lead defined elements and smaller projects (Engineer) or take full lead responsibility for larger schemes and broader client engagement (Senior Engineer). You will be helping to develop junior staff and foster relationships that support future business growth. In this key and varied role, you can expect to: • Take briefs and deliver electrical design work from inception through to completion., • Produce electrical calculations, drawings and technical documentation that comply with relevant regulations, design guides and client standards., • Ensure quality standards and technical accuracy across deliverables., • Coordinate electrical design with other disciplines (MEP and our specialist groups) and third‑party consultants., • Review and comment on technical information provided by contractors and sub‑contractors; check site installations against the design intent., • Attend and report at design team meetings, client meetings and project meetings., • Witness selected testing and commissioning activities and support handover documentation., • Manage own workload to meet programme deliverables and report progress to your line manager., • Contribute to the professional development of junior colleagues. Additional responsibilities for Senior Engineer: • Develop briefs and take responsibility for delivering a small project or the electrical discipline on a significant/complex scheme., • Exercise considerable autonomy and take ownership for technical decisions and project delivery within cost constraints., • Delegate, manage and check work undertaken by others; mentor and motivate colleagues across project teams., • Play an active role in commercial aspects (scope, risk, cost control) and ensure outputs meet project and budgetary requirements. About you To be successful in this role you’ll need: • Degree or equivalent in Electrical/Building Services Engineering; industry membership preferred., • Working towards or holding IEng/CEng., • Strong technical competence in LV distribution, lighting, earthing/protection and emergency/standby systems; able to produce calculations and drawings., • Proficient with industry software (Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, OM Electrical) and MS Office., • Able to work independently: deliver an element of a project (Engineer) or lead discipline/small projects and larger schemes (Senior)., • Effective communicator with experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and liaising with clients/contractors., • Experience of site checking, witnessing testing/commissioning and reviewing contractor submissions., • Demonstrable commitment to meeting programmes and quality standards; commercially aware., • Supportive team player who mentors junior staff and pursues continuous professional development (Senior expected to supervise; Engineer to support). 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 an 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. We aim to provide feedback at each stage of the process. 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. 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Regional Commercial Director | Client-Side Consultancy | National Grid Framework Location: Cambridge Working pattern: Hybrid, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home or travelling to other offices Salary: £100,000 to £120,000 basic + car / car allowance + bonus + package The Resolute Group has been retained to secure a Regional Commercial Director for a leading client-side consultancy supporting major energy, utilities and infrastructure programmes, including a key National Grid framework linked to the Great Grid Partnership. This is a senior, client-facing commercial leadership role for an experienced professional who can operate at programme level, advise on New Engineering Contract (NEC) matters and lead commercial teams across complex infrastructure portfolios. The role will involve: • Leading commercial management across major energy, utilities and infrastructure programmes, • Acting as a senior commercial and NEC adviser to clients and stakeholders, • Providing expert guidance across NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, • Overseeing valuations, forecasting, reporting, claims, variations and final accounts, • Establishing robust commercial governance across multiple commissions, • Leading, mentoring and developing a regional commercial team, • Supporting bids, proposals, client presentations and regional growth, • Working closely with senior leadership on strategy, delivery and profit and loss (P&L) performance We are looking for someone with: • Experience operating at Commercial Director, Regional Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager level, • Strong commercial leadership experience across major infrastructure programmes, • Excellent NEC contract knowledge, • Background in energy, utilities, infrastructure or major capital programmes, • Experience managing senior client relationships and complex commercial portfolios, • Degree or Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, • Ideally Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) or equivalent, • Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills This would suit a senior commercial leader looking for greater influence, autonomy and long-term involvement in nationally significant infrastructure work. Please note: Candidates must be living and working in the UK to be considered for this position. To apply, please use the link provided or contact Phil Crew via LinkedIn. You can also contact The Resolute Group on 01332 653 911. All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

A leading main contractor specialising in large-scale new build retail developments is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to deliver supermarket construction projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional with a strong background in industrial or new build retail projects who is comfortable managing fast-paced schemes from groundworks through to handover. The Role As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of nationwide construction projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Projects are national, therefore candidates must be fully prepared to stay away Monday to Friday on a regular basis. Key Responsibilities • Oversee all site operations and subcontractors, • Ensure projects are delivered to programme and budget, • Maintain high health & safety standards on site, • Coordinate trades, materials, and logistics, • Liaise with clients, consultants, and senior management, • Conduct site meetings and progress reporting, • Drive quality throughout all phases of construction Requirements • Proven experience as a Site Manager within:, • New build retail construction, or, • Industrial / warehouse developments, • Strong knowledge of construction processes and site management, • SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid certifications, • Excellent organisational and communication skills, • Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and tight programmes, • Full UK driving licence, • Willingness to work away nationwide 5 days per week is essential Package • 65,000 – 70,000 salary, • Company car, • Pension, • Expenses / accommodation covered when working away, • Long-term pipeline of projects, • Opportunity to join a growing and well-established contractor

Senior Project Manager – MEP Cambridgeshire / Suffolk Region We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager (MEP) to join a major project delivery team working across large-scale infrastructure and technically complex construction projects. This position will be responsible for leading the delivery of significant MEP packages from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on programme, and within commercial targets. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery and management of major MEP packages across complex projects Manage tendering, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover activities Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and project interfaces Oversee programme management, sequencing, risk mitigation, and project controls Ensure technical compliance across design, engineering, and installation phases Drive commercial performance and support project reporting and forecasting Manage stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle Support team leadership, development, and continuous improvement initiatives Requirements: Proven experience delivering large-scale MEP projects within commercial, infrastructure, or technically demanding environments Strong understanding of project delivery, programme management, and package coordination Experience managing multiple disciplines and complex project interfaces Technical or engineering qualifications within building services or construction Strong commercial awareness and leadership capability SMSTS or equivalent health & safety qualification preferred This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established delivery team working on high-profile projects with long-term progression opportunities

Estate Business Partner (Operational Delivery & Alignment) Location: Cambridge (Hybrid / Regional) Remuneration: £62,728 - £66,537 + Premier Pension & Outstanding Benefits The Opportunity: Driving Operational Alignment Across a World-Class Portfolio In a complex matrix environment encompassing both cutting-edge research laboratories and historic assets, the success of an estate relies entirely on seamless operational alignment. This role offers a significant opportunity to take functional ownership of the strategic liaison between academic operations and estate service delivery for a landmark Cambridge portfolio. Working closely with senior professional service leads and administrative heads (School Secretaries), you will be the driving force behind the local implementation of new Estate initiatives, utilising occupancy data and service insights to ensure the physical portfolio directly enables world-changing research and education. The Ideal Profile This role is designed for a consultative property or asset management professional who combines technical estate literacy with exceptional relationship-building capability. You are comfortable navigating consensus-driven environments where success is achieved through influence rather than direct decree. Whether you are an experienced Senior FM, Property Manager, or Estates Programme Lead from a public sector, corporate real estate, or consultancy background, you will bring: A strong professional background in a technically focused discipline such as Facilities Management, Surveying, Engineering, or Capital Programme Delivery. Proven success in a high-level client-facing or advisory role, with a natural ability to manage diverse and demanding stakeholder expectations. Practical experience in change management or the delivery of technical services across a varied, multi-site property portfolio. The analytical capability to interpret occupancy data and translate it into practical, long-term estate solutions. The Role: Strategic Liaison & Framework Delivery Operating as a critical Estates partner, you will bridge the gap between high-level estate policy and localised departmental operations. You will be a leader in; Strategic Stakeholder Partnership: Forging collaborative, high-trust relationships with School Secretaries and academic leaders to align long-term departmental needs with broader institutional estate objectives. Programme Implementation & Change: Acting as the primary operational ambassador for complex change initiatives, including space optimisation, sustainability targets, and occupancy efficiency frameworks. Service Performance Oversight: Monitoring the quality and efficiency of technical estate services across your designated portfolio, using occupant feedback to drive continuous improvement in building performance and supplier delivery. Data-Led Space Assurance: Interpreting space management and occupancy monitoring data to advise senior stakeholders on capacity planning, helping departments make informed, analytical decisions about resource allocation. Why Apply Through Me? This appointment is being managed by a specialist with 25 years of experience in senior real estate and estates governance roles within the Cambridge market. I provide a discreet, highly consultative service, giving you deep-dive context on the departmental dynamics and the operational lifecycle of the estate that is not available in the public domain

Senior Project Manager | Cambridge | £80,000 - £85,000 Our client, a leading technology company based in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their programme management team. The organisation is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee a range of cross-functional initiatives within a dynamic and evolving product development setting. The position calls for a strategic mindset and suits an individual who excels at managing uncertainty, fostering collaboration across diverse teams, and driving meaningful outcomes. The Role: +Project Delivery: Lead the end-to-end execution of multiple simultaneous product development and technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with defined scope, timelines, and budgets. +Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong communication channels with internal and external stakeholders, including technical teams, suppliers, and senior leadership. +Planning & Execution: Create and manage comprehensive project plans, allocate resources effectively, and conduct risk assessments with appropriate mitigation measures. +Prioritisation & Decision-Making: Balance competing demands across projects, applying sound judgment to sustain progress, quality, and overall objectives. Key Skills and Experience: +Experience of projects which have both HW and SW dependencies +Experience managing and delivering s/w for embedded, platform and application product solutions in an Agile environment +Experience with development software configuration and continuous integration workflows +Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence and bring alignment across diverse, distributed teams. +Proven accountability, demonstrating ownership of project outcomes and successful delivery. +Understanding of the interdependencies between software and hardware elements and how to successfully deliver integrated product solutions. Join a forward-thinking technology organisation where you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering innovative projects that shape the future of product development. This is an opportunity to make a real impact, working with talented teams in a dynamic and collaborative environment

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join a growing and well-established contractor delivering large-scale commercial and industrial projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and hands-on professional with a strong background in managing complex electrical and M&E installations from pre-construction through to successful project completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading site operations, managing teams and subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. The Role Oversee day-to-day electrical site activities on major commercial and industrial projects Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials, and programme schedules Ensure all works are completed in line with current health & safety regulations and company procedures Attend site meetings and maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, and senior management teams Monitor project progress, quality, and commercial performance Carry out site inspections, toolbox talks, and compliance checks Support commissioning, testing, and project handover activities Resolve on-site issues efficiently while maintaining programme delivery Requirements Proven experience working as an Electrical Site Manager on large-scale commercial or industrial projects Strong knowledge of electrical installations and M&E coordination Experience delivering high-value developments, fit-outs, or infrastructure projects SSSTS or SMSTS qualification essential ECS / CSCS card required Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Full UK driving licence preferred What’s on Offer Salary package of £60,000+ depending on experience Company van and fuel card provided Long-term pipeline of secured major projects Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing business Supportive and professional working environment Opportunity to work on landmark and technically challenging developments across multiple sectors * Pension scheme and additional company benefits If you are an experienced Electrical Site Manager looking for your next long-term opportunity within a forward-thinking and expanding contractor, we would love to hear from you

Site Manager – Stonemasonry / Restoration Location: Cambridgeshire & surrounding counties (including London & East Anglia) Salary: Competitive + package (DOE) Job Type: Full-time, permanent The Company: A long-established, family-run stonemasonry contractor with a heritage dating back to the 19th century, specialising in stone restoration, conservation and new build masonry works across the South East. Projects range from listed buildings and heritage sites to high-end residential and bespoke stonework. The Role: An experienced Site Manager is required to oversee masonry and restoration projects from inception through to completion. You will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards of craftsmanship. Key Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day site operations across multiple masonry and restoration projects, • Coordinate subcontractors, stonemasons and site labour, • Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety regulations, • Monitor programme, progress and quality of works on site, • Liaise with clients, architects, conservation officers and senior management, • Order materials and manage site logistics, • Conduct site meetings and provide regular progress reports, • Maintain high standards of traditional workmanship and attention to detail Requirements: • Proven experience as a Site Manager within construction (ideally stonemasonry, restoration or heritage projects), • Strong knowledge of traditional building methods and materials, • SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold card preferred) and First Aid, • Ability to read drawings and manage programmes effectively, • Excellent communication and leadership skills, • Full UK driving licence Desirable • Background in heritage, conservation, or listed building works, • Experience managing high-end residential or bespoke stone projects, • Trade background in masonry or similar What’s on Offer: • Opportunity to work on unique, high-quality heritage and bespoke projects, • Long-term career progression within a respected specialist contractor, • Supportive, close-knit team environment, • Competitive salary and benefits package Site Manager – Stonemasonry / Restoration For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, Premises Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment. By applying for this job, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our company website

Warehouse Shift Managers x2 Cambridgeshire Area £40,000- £45,000 Back Shift Manager 2:00pm - 10:00pm (Mon-Fri) £42,500 Night Shift Manager 10:00pm - 6:00am (Sun-Thurs or Mon-Fri) £45,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a large-scale, highly automated logistics operation in the Cambridgeshire area as part of a major operational transformation programme. We are recruiting for two Shift Managers to lead high-performing warehouse operations within a fast-paced distribution environment processing significant annual volume across a modern logistics facility. These are hands-on leadership roles managing teams of between 20-30 operatives per shift, requiring strong operational presence, excellent people leadership and the ability to drive standards, performance and change from day one. The Operation • 100,000 pallet capacity site 1.8 million pallets processed annually Significant automation investment programme SAP and WMS implementation projects underway AI-driven operational systems being introduced * Large-scale, fast-moving logistics environment The Role Reporting into senior operational leadership, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of your shift operation, ensuring service, productivity, safety and people performance targets are consistently achieved. This role requires an individual who can lead from the front, motivate teams and use data to make effective operational decisions in a challenging and evolving environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a team of 20-30 warehouse operatives Drive operational performance across safety, productivity and service Deliver strong people leadership and team engagement Support and embed operational change initiatives Use operational data and KPIs to improve performance Work closely with senior leadership on continuous improvement projects Support automation and systems implementation projects * Maintain high operational standards across the shift What We're Looking For • Experience within warehousing, logistics or distribution operations Proven leadership capability within a fast-paced environment Strong presence and the ability to positively influence teams Confident decision-maker with a proactive approach Comfortable working within change and transformation environments Computer literate with strong operational data awareness Exposure to SAP, WMS or similar warehouse systems preferred Interest in automation, technology and operational improvement Ability to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious operational leaders looking to join a business investing heavily in technology, automation and long-term operational growth.

Senior Employer's Agent £55,000 - £60,000 Cambridge Gap Construction are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Cambridge based construction consultancy who are looking to appoint a Senior Employer's Agent to support a growing pipeline of complex and varied projects outside of their traditional residential specialism. The business has been established since the 1970s and has built a strong reputation locally for delivering high quality consultancy services, predominantly within the residential sector. Due to continued growth and a significant increase in more diverse project instructions, they are now expanding into a much broader range of schemes including tennis courts, cinemas, skate parks, and other complex, non-standard developments. This is a key hire within the business, offering the opportunity to take a leading role across a diverse portfolio, acting as a trusted client advisor and taking ownership of schemes from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading Employer's Agent duties across multiple complex projects, ensuring successful delivery across time, cost, and quality objectives while working closely with clients, design teams, and contractors. Performance Objectives: Leading Employer's Agent duties across a varied portfolio of complex and non-standard projects including leisure, community, and specialist developments such as tennis courts, cinemas, and skate parks Acting as the primary client interface and trusted advisor throughout the full project lifecycle Managing programme, risk, cost, and overall project delivery to ensure successful outcomes Taking ownership of schemes from inception through to completion Coordinating design teams, contractors, and stakeholders across multiple project types Advising clients on procurement routes, strategy, and delivery options for complex and varied schemes Monitoring progress and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations Identifying and managing risks with appropriate mitigation strategies Supporting the continued growth of the consultancy into new sectors beyond residentialPerson Specification: Proven experience as an Employer's Agent, Project Manager, or similar consultancy-based role Strong client facing and communication skills with the ability to manage senior stakeholders Experience delivering projects across residential and/or broader construction sectors Comfortable working across varied and unconventional project types Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery from inception to completion Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously Proactive, organised, and confident in leading project teams Consultancy experience is highly desirable MRICS or working towards chartership would be advantageous but not essentialHow to Apply: Please apply through our website or get in touch with James at Gap Construction. If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, feel free to contact us on (phone number removed). This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gap Construction, who are operating as an employment agency. Gap Construction is committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing judgments solely on suitability for the job. Privacy Notice: By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us, you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy

Job Title: Mechanical Project Manager Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Salary: Up to £65,000 Benefits: Car allowance, 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Healthcare A regional M&E Contractor are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing team in Cambridge. The business delivers high quality M&E solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects within the Commercial, Education, Research & Technology, Healthcare and Leisure sectors with project values typically ranging from £2m to £6m. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative working environment. As the Mechanical Project Manager, you will have the following responsibilities: • Ensure the projects are completed according to schedule and budget, undertaking effective planning., • Manage materials, direct labour and sub-contractors, installation, procurement and drawing programmes to accord with installation and specification requirements., • Liaison with clients, supply chain, delivery teams and senior management., • Financial management of projects including procurement., • Monitor project programme and project planning., • Attend and lead project meetings., • Oversee working practices, ensuring compliance with HSE policies. Successful applicants will have the following qualifications and experience: • You will have SMSTS, CSCS skills card and relevant industry qualification., • Proven track record of successfully managing mechanical projects up to £6m (M&E)., • Working for a Building Services Contractor at a similar level., • Overall knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of mechanical systems and their installation methods., • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications., • Knowledge of managing various stages of design process., • Consistently good financial returns on projects, considering all relevant factors., • Understanding of project procurement., • Good people management and motivational skills., • The ability to work under pressure to meet set deadlines., • The ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise workloads., • Strong results orientation. Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Building Services sector (Mechanical Site Manager, Mechanical Manager, Mechanical Project Engineer, Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contract Manager)

Job Title: Transport Planner Location: Cambridge Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a fast-growing, award-winning Civil Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy in their search for a Transport Planner to join their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Transport Planner to work on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects within a collaborative and supportive environment, offering excellent career development opportunities. Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Key Skills & Experience Degree-level qualification or equivalent Minimum of 2 years' transport planning experience Ideally working toward membership of a relevant professional organisation Working knowledge of relevant design guidance and local planning policies Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively both independently and within a team Experience using Microsoft Office programmes Experience with AutoCAD, TRICS, and transport modelling software Role Responsibilities Lead and manage small to medium-sized projects, including budget and programme management, with support from senior colleagues where required Prepare and occasionally review: Transport Assessments and Statements Technical Notes Travel Plans Access Appraisals Apply modelling methodologies to assess trip generation and distribution Complete and review planning drawings including: Visibility splays Vehicle tracking diagrams Access designs Undertake independent site visits and provide professional advice to support early-stage scheme development Attend project team, client, and Local Highway Authority meetings Assist with public consultation material preparation and attendance at consultation events Develop strong working relationships with architects, planners, and highway officers Prepare fee proposals for small to medium-sized projects and contribute to larger project submissions Company Values The consultancy operates around four core values: Customer - Delivering exceptional service and building long-term client relationships Openness - Promoting transparent communication and trusted partnerships Results - Maintaining a commercial focus to add value and achieve project objectives Excellence - Continuously improving standards, staff support, and service deliveryThis role would suit a Transport Planner looking to further develop their technical and project management skills within a respected and growing consultancy. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Job Title: Senior/Principal Transport Planner Location: Cambridge Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a fast-growing, award-winning Civil Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy in the search for a Senior / Principal Transport Planner to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects within a collaborative and ambitious environment, offering strong career progression and the chance to play a key role in project delivery and client management. Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Key Skills & Experience Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience Membership of a relevant professional organisation Minimum 5 years' experience in transport planning Strong knowledge and application of national design guidance Ability to prioritise workloads and delegate tasks effectively Role Responsibilities Project manage transport planning schemes, including budget and programme management Prepare, review, and occasionally approve technical reports including: Transport Assessments Transport Statements Travel Plans Technical Notes Complete, review, and approve planning drawing requirements such as: Visibility splays Vehicle tracking diagrams Access designs Use modelling packages and methodologies to assess trip generation and distribution Prepare appeal documentation including Statements of Case and Statements of Common Ground Manage client and local authority liaison Support and mentor junior team members Attend public consultation events, client meetings, appeal meetings, and Local Highway Authority meetings Prepare fee proposals and tender submissions Company Values The consultancy operates around four core values: Customer - Delivering exceptional service and building long-term client relationships Openness - Encouraging transparent communication built on trust and collaboration Results - Maintaining a commercial focus to add value and achieve successful project outcomes Excellence - Continuously improving standards, staff support, and service deliveryThis position would suit an experienced Transport Planner looking to take the next step within a respected and growing consultancy. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Assistant General Manager Cambridgeshire £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits A major UK logistics operation is seeking an experienced and ambitious Assistant General Manager to support the delivery of a large-scale, fast-paced warehousing contract across two nearby sites in Cambridgeshire. This is a high-profile operational leadership role within a complex ambient food environment, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact within a business undergoing substantial operational transformation and growth. The Opportunity Reporting into the Regional General Manager, you will play a critical role in driving operational performance, leading change initiatives, and helping build a high-performing management culture across two warehouse operations. The wider operation handles significant annual throughput and is heavily focused on data-led decision making, automation projects, systems implementation, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a hands-on operational leader who can hit the ground running, bring structure and presence to a developing team, and help reduce the day-to-day operational burden on the senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities • Support the leadership and performance of two warehouse sites operating under the same customer contract Drive operational excellence across a multi-user, case-pick, consolidation-focused environment Lead and motivate operational teams through a significant programme of change management Embed a culture of accountability, performance measurement, and data-driven decision making Support ongoing automation initiatives and technology adoption across the operation Work closely with senior leadership to improve efficiency, service delivery, and operational stability Help build and develop a newly formed management structure and team culture * Contribute to systems and process improvements including WMS and AI-driven platform implementation About You We are looking for an individual with strong operational presence, leadership maturity, and the ability to influence and inspire teams within a demanding logistics environment. You will ideally have: • Proven leadership experience within logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations Strong change management capability Excellent people leadership and motivational skills A data-driven mindset with strong systems and computer literacy Experience working with SAP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) Exposure to automation projects or operational technology implementation The ability to operate effectively within a fast-moving, high-pressure environment * A long-term mindset and desire to grow within the business over the next 10-15 years The Operation • Ambient food warehousing environment High-complexity, case-pick and consolidation operation Two-site responsibility within close proximity Large-scale contract with significant operational volume Major investment in systems, automation, and AI-driven platforms This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious operational leader looking to step into a highly visible role with genuine long-term progression potential. To apply or find out more, please submit your CV for a confidential discussion.

Director of Sales - Competitive Salary + Bonus & Great Benefits Lead your next career step at a dynamic hotel in a thriving location We're recruiting for a Director of Sales in Cambridge, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established hotel environment. This role is perfect for an experienced manager ready to take ownership of a busy sales function, driving revenue while shaping long-term business strategy in a supportive and professional setting. What's in it for you? Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) plus bonus Discounts on food and beverage across the group Employee rates on rooms within the group Discounted stays for friends and family Pension scheme Performance-related bonus plan Ongoing development opportunities to support career progression Free meals on duty An extra day of annual leave for each year of service Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work and transport schemes available Regular staff events, team-building activities, and charity initiativesKey Responsibilities: As Director of Sales in Cambridge, you'll lead from the front to drive performance and results: Oversee daily sales operations to maximise revenue and client satisfaction Generate leads, attend meetings, negotiate contracts, and represent the business at trade shows Monitor corporate accounts and address any performance declines Manage RFPs across corporate and consortia segments Analyse GDS reports to strengthen meetings and conference business Produce performance reports for senior leadership Support pricing strategy and forecasting with the wider team Collaborate closely with the revenue function to optimise ratesWhat we're looking for: We're seeking a confident manager with strong commercial awareness: Proven experience in a senior sales role within hospitality Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team Experience managing corporate accounts and driving revenue growth Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data Excellent communication and negotiation skills A proactive and results-driven approachIf you're looking for your next step as a Director of Sales in Cambridge, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking business. Apply now to take your career to the next level. Job Number │ (phone number removed)/INDFOH Location │ Cambridge Role │ Director of Sales Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: As a Senior Project Manager, you will be leading the delivery of complex and high-impact projects that support critical customer and business objectives. In this role, you'll take ownership of day to day project delivery, ensuring programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while working within a collaborative and fast paced engineering environment. The responsibilities in this role include: Project deliverables & requirements across all functions. These are to be clearly articulated, documented and shared across the IPT and wider organisation as appropriate. Lead the Project assigned IPT for assigned Project(s). Manage and resolve matters relating to costs, work schedules, commercial technical and production issues. Working with the assigned Procurement & Supply Chain colleagues, support the delivery of subcontracts, as required, ensuring delivery is in line with project needs. Ownership of the Project budget, leading and approving allocation to the appropriate Work Package and associated WBS items. Ensuring BAC, BAC(changes), EAC and ETCs are reviewed and reported accurately with any cost variance clearly understood; ensuring parametric and trend analysis results are fully utilised with little to no 'opinion based' reporting. Management of all other project financial targets in support of Revenue, Cash and Margin. Proactively manage risks and opportunities, collaborating with others, in particular assigned Project Controller(s). Accountable for the Project Change Management regime. Undertake additional activities as required by line management. Support the adherence of the Lifecycle Management (LCM) Processes. Preparing and managing the tailored processes through governance sign-off". Support the co-ordination of resource requirements - ensuring data inputs are submitted to the IBP team for the bids and projects; presenting IBP foresight for upcoming activities. Support and manage effective 'Lessons Learned' activities. Apply if you have most of the following: Delivering projects ideally in the defence sector. Working in an Engineering / manufacturing environment. Worked within, or lead multi-functional teams in a collaborative matrix-managed 'IPT' environment. Desirable: Knowledge of systems engineering and how to apply in a Project environment. Ideally, experience of procurement & supply-chain contract delivery and manufacturing processes. Experience of the full product development lifecycle of complex integrated systems; New Product Development (NPD) and New Production Introduction (NPI). Some knowledge of engineering development techniques for projects including: technical requirements management, development and qualification validation and verification phases, technical risk, concurrency of design and production, project planning, project control, change management, performance measurement, cost control and risk & opportunity management. Working within matrix organisations, in particular collaboration with engineering, operations, supply chain and quality within an IPT. Technical skills/education: Degree-level education, preferably in engineering, business, or defence studies. Project / Programme Management certification such as PRINCE2, APM (PMQ), PMI (PMP) or MSP and APM Risk Level 2. Strong ICT skills, including but not limited to MS365 tools such as Word and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. MS-Project or equivalent. Collaboration including identification and delivery of value for stakeholders. Additional Local Needs Hybrid working offered - 3 days on site in Cambridge, UK. Successful candidate will need to be eligible to hold UK SC Clearance . The benefits we will offer you include: 27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell) Pension contributions up to 9% Private medical insurance for you and your partner Company car allowance Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work Life assurance at 4x basic salary Enhanced parental leave and pay Paid volunteering leave Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DW1 #IND-AEO

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