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Crane Worldwide Logistics is a leader in supply chain solutions with over 130 locations across 30 countries providing individual services that address our client's logistics challenges. As an Contract Logistics Pricing Analyst, your primary responsibility is to create pricing strategies that enhance profitability and competitiveness in our warehousing & Contract Logistics operations. You will be the main point of contact during the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, ensuring a customer-centric approach and alignment with pricing strategies. In this role, you will work closely with various members of the Crane WW team to gather essential pricing data and requirements, including input from Commercial, Solution design engineers optimising warehouse layout and staffing, and developing financial analysis models for executive-level evaluation. Essential Job Functions: • Responsible for pricing new business and existing clients and providing analytical support to improve our cost models, • Analyses complex opportunities and develops comprehensive cost models to support pricing., • Pricing Strategy Development: Develop and maintain pricing strategies for warehouse services, including storage, handling, and value-added services, considering cost factors, market conditions, and profitability goals., • Maintain thorough documentation of the scope of work and assumptions for all integrated logistics opportunities. Identify potential risks and propose alternatives to mitigate risk., • Contract Management: Manage pricing and rate agreements with clients, ensuring compliance and accuracy., • Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in pricing strategies, tools, and processes and work with the team to implement enhancements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: The job may require extended sitting or standing, use of standard office equipment. Other skills and abilities: • Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis, mathematical modelling, and cost analysis to make informed pricing decisions., • Communication: Strong communication skills to convey pricing strategies and data to both internal teams and clients., • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of warehouse and logistics industry practices, trends, and competition., • Problem-Solving: Capacity to identify pricing challenges and develop innovative solutions., • Time Management: Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple pricing projects simultaneously., • Must have strong computer skills associated with the utilisation of Excel, PowerPoint, Smart Sheets, • Other software skills as preferred, such as Visio, Outlook, Power BI, AutoCad etc. Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree required, • 2+ years of pricing strategy experience, • 1-2 years supervisory experience, • Proficiency in data analysis tools and software. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Recruitment Agency Policy At Crane Worldwide3 Logistics we manage all hiring directly and do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies or search firms. Agencies must not contact our employees or managers directly with candidate details. Where recruitment support is required, we will engage trusted partners through a formal written agreement. Any CVs received without such an agreement will be treated as direct applications, and (Company Name) will not be liable for any associated placement fees. We appreciate your cooperation in respecting this policy.

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Job Description To support the Project Quality Manager deliver a professional Quality Management service within resource, programme and budgetary constraints, which satisfies legislative, regulatory, company and customer requirements. The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the specific Quality requirements are identified, implemented and maintained concurrent with the project life cycle and will hold current CSWIP, BGAS or PCN certification. In addition, the Senior Quality Engineer will be responsible for managing the Inspection resource, with regard to availability and location to support specific work packages and off site supply chain activities Click the link for the job description, responsibilities, and qualifications - OPSEF06 - Senior Quality Engineer.pdf Responsibilities Responsibilities • Support the Project Quality Manager with the promotion of bp NZT/NEP or H2T requirements, expectations, and needs throughout the project team and the supply chain, • Support the Project quality manager implement the approved quality management system., • Support the project to deliver the works right first time to the specified quality., • Manage the Inspection resource and be the decision authority when there is a disagreement between the Costain/Customer appointed Inspector and that of the subcontractor or supplier, • Lead or be part of the auditor team for project audits on Costain and the supply chain, • Apply the requirements of the Subcontractor / Supplier Quality Requirements Specification, ensuring the product quality is given the highest priority to achieve Right 1st Time, • Assign Costain Hold, Witness and Review intervention points to subcontractor and supplier Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and manage their implementation, including the review and approval of the related Inspection & Test Reports (ITRs) and other associated Quality Records, • Identify potential failures / symptoms that could lead to non conformances and apply preventive action, • Drive and embed the Quality Surveillance/Right 1st Time Programme within the project team and supply chain, • Control all release of material and equipment from source and site construction activities, ensuring prior close out of non conformances, concession requests etc Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience • Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems, • Working knowledge of document management systems, • Comprehensive understanding of pipeline industry standards (inc API, ASME, ASTM, BS, GIS, IGEM, PD), • Proficient in the analysis of processes and data, • IT literate and proficient in Microsoft Office, • Strong communication skills in both written and spoked format, • Proficient in the use of continuous improvement tools and techniques, • Demonstrates excellent customer service behaviours, • Ability to remain calm and work well under pressure, • Solid organisational skills, including multitasking and time-management, • Significant experience of Quality Assurance / Quality Control, preferably in associated industry, • Practical experience of delivering Quality on a major infrastructure, piping or pipeline project. Desirable • Managed and led Inspection resource on a multi discipline pipeline project, • Experience of implementing bp Right 1st time Programme in the supply chain., • Sets a good example to peers, • Works well within a team, • Proven record of taking instructions from management and delivering against them, • Professional image & attitude. Qualifications Essential • Be a Practitioner of the Chartered Quality Institute or Associate Member of an appropriate engineering institution, • Higher level technical qualification (HNC or HND) in Quality Management, Project Management or related engineering discipline, • Auditor qualification by recognised industry body, • Formal training in root cause analysis techniques, • CSWIP 3.2 Senior Inspector, • BGAS or PCN Level 2 for NDT techniques, • BGAS or PCN Level 2 for Coating Inspectors Desirable • Chartered Member of the Chartered Quality Institute, • Batcheler Degree in Quality Management, Project Management or related engineering discipline, • Lead Auditor qualification, • CSWIP/BGAS Senior Pipeline Inspector, • Relevant CSCS card About Us Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview . A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website:

The position: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Account Manager to oversee the recruitment and management of a large, temporary workforce at our client site. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with the client, managing a team of coordinators, ensuring smooth payroll operations, and delivering key performance indicators (KPIs) to meet customer expectations. The role demands a blend of customer service, operational management, and team leadership skills. Working Hours: Monday-Friday // 09:00-17:00 Salary: £35,000 Contract Type: Permanent Location: TW6 3AQ Role of an Account Manager: • Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with key client stakeholders., • Ensure high levels of client satisfaction by providing consistent, proactive communication and addressing any concerns promptly., • Act as the main point of contact between the client and the agency, ensuring client needs are understood and met., • Oversee daily workforce operations to ensure KPIs (e.g., attendance, quality, and productivity) are consistently met., • Track and report on performance metrics to senior management and the client, highlighting successes and areas for improvement., • Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity and reduce attrition., • Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for temporary workers., • Manage compliance with relevant labour laws, including working time regulations,, • health and safety, and wage guidelines., • Address any payroll or compliance issues as they arise., • Proactively address any issues related to recruitment, performance, or client expectations., • Investigate and resolve any workplace incidents, complaints, or staffing concerns, ensuring minimal disruption to operations. As an Account Manager, you will need to have: • Proven experience in an account management or operations role, ideally within the recruitment or temporary staffing sector., • Experience working within the e-commerce or logistics sectors is desirable., • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships., • Solid understanding of payroll and HR processes, along with knowledge of labour regulations., • Knowledge of recruitment technology and management software is desirable., • Strong analytical and reporting skills, with a focus on delivering results., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. 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Job Description This is a commercially focused finance role which will report directly to the Senior Finance Manager for Costain. The role will play a leading role in the management and processing of financial transactions on the contract, ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting. The success candidate is required to have a can-do flexible approach, an aptitude to meet deadlines, and the ability to use various systems to support the wider business. The successful candidate will also support the monthly Application process and the wider teams on the contract. Assisting the Senior Finance Manager to work with key staff and teams across the contract to successfully manage the financial performance of the contract. Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES Assisting the Senior Finance Manager to work with key staff and teams across the contract to successfully manage the financial performance of the contract. • Project accounting, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial and cost information on the contract., • Preparation of Monthly Financial Reports as part of the Month End process., • P&L Balance Sheet Reconciliations and Cash Management, • Management of the TEFA Timesheet system to ensure all costs are captured accurately and controls are in place where required., • Assisting the wider contract and team members with processing purchase orders, goods receipting answering general queries, such as supplier payments., • Supporting the monthly application process through the production of financial and cost reports and dealing with transactional queries, • Supporting the Management of E1 Finance systems to ensure that costs and timesheets can be reported in line with the contract as well as internal and external reporting requirements., • Contribute to the commercial objectives of the contract to achieve value for money and support the cost-effective delivery of work., • Support with Internal and external Audits. Month End Requirements & Processes Assisting the Senior Finance Manager to deliver all the requirements involved in the month end reporting requirements and processes. • Preparing and posting accurate Journals, Accruals and Prepayments in line with Accounting Policies and accurate cost allocations., • Reviewing and scrutinising all financial transactions and challenging where appropriate ensuring the integrity and accuracy of revenues and costs., • Producing actual cost reports for Commercial and supporting with Cost Value Reconciliations., • Support Projects and teams to under the financial performance of their areas, • Ensuring that financial controls are adequate and in place, and all processes are performed in accordance with The Costain Way and Costain financial procedures. Cash Management Responsible for the preparation of sales invoices, ensuring the accurate entry of invoices and corresponding cash entries in Costain’s financial systems and take a key role in the timely collection of cash. Staff Costs and Recharges Assist with the recording and recharging of Staff costs, including IT, Company Vehicles, Company Mobile Phones, HO Professional Service staff, training charges etc. Quality, Health & Safety and Environment (QHSE) At all times proactively engage with and adhere to company procedures with regards to all aspects of QHSE Essential Requirements / About You • Excel – competent in the use of spreadsheets / wider Microsoft packages, • Systems – ability to work with finance and timesheet systems., • Accounting and Finance experience / Qualifications – qualifications are desirable but not essential must have a strong background of solid financial roles., • Collaboration – ability to work with others and clients, with effective communication and interpersonal skills., • Experience Desirable – NEC contracts, commercial procedures., • Hybrid working arrangements – 3 days per week on site. Essential QUALIFICATIONS • Degree qualified, • Newly Qualified Accountant with recognised professional body About Us Costain helps to improve people’s lives with integrated, leading edge, smart infrastructure solutions across the UK’s energy, water, transportation and defence markets. We help our clients improve their business performance by increasing capacity, improving customer service, safeguarding security, enhancing resilience, decarbonising and delivering increased efficiency. Our vision is to be the UK’s leading smart infrastructure solutions company. We will achieve this by focusing on blue chip clients whose major spending plans are underpinned by strategic national needs, regulatory commitments, legislation or essential performance requirements. We offer our clients leading edge solutions that are digitally optimised through the following five services which cover the whole lifecycle of their assets: future-shaping strategic consultancy; consultancy and advisory; digital technology solutions; asset optimisation and complex programme delivery. Our culture and values underpin everything we do. Costain appreciate the time and effort taken when applying for one of our positions but, due to the high volume of responses, we are unable to provide individual feedback on candidates at application phase. We do share individual feedback following an interview . A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that disclose they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to the Disability Confident website: