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We are currently looking for an experienced Section Engineer to join a major highways project in Norwich. • Location: Norwich, • Start: ASAP, • Overseeing delivery of highways works on site, • Managing site engineers and subcontractors, • Ensuring works are carried out to specification and programme, • Reviewing RAMS and ensuring HSEQ compliance, • Proven experience as a Section Engineer on highways projects, • Strong understanding of civil engineering and roadworks, • CSCS card (essential)

Site Engineer - Civils - Freelance Your new company Operating both in the UK and across the world, they are a leading contractor delivering projects across multiple sectors including; real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water. Your new role Working on a major highways improvement scheme in the Norfolk region, they require a Site Engineer to effectively and professionally monitor and supervise site works including subcontract packages. Delivered in accordance with company procedures, programme requirements and project specifications. Some of the duties involved (but not limited to): • Write and/or Review Temporary Works Design Briefs to the acceptance of the TWC, • Review designs and raise any queries to your Section Engineer., • Understand the design specifications and drawings for your section. Challenge where relevant., • Contribute to the project 4-week lookahead programme weekly for your works., • Work with the Section Engineer and supervisors to manage any clashes with other site works, • Ensure accurate quality records are delivered in a progressive manner as construction works are completed, • Ensure quality records are captured and stored correctly. Utilising the Common Data Environment, • Contribute to delivering the Inspection and Test Plans for your works, • Identify Non-Conformances and ensure they are promptly reported & closed out. What you'll need to succeed • Experience in delivering major highways schemes, • Setting and experience using engineering surveying tools, • Degree level qualification in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering, • Formal training in Health & Safety and Environmental Management (SMSTS, SEATS), • Relevant CSCS Card 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. 4767265

Site Engineer - NR Start Date; Immediately Core Recruiter are looking for a Site Engineer to carry out work in and around Norfolk. Key Responsibilities • Setting out and surveying works in accordance with drawings and specifications, • Ensuring works are carried out safely and in line with project requirements, • Coordinating with site management, subcontractors, and the wider project team, • Maintaining accurate site records, reports, and as-built information, • Previous experience working as a Site Engineer, • Strong setting out experience using surveying equipment, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • CSCS, • SMSTS/SSSTS, • Weekly Pay, • Payroll Options available Construction. CORE to us. CORE to you.

Your new companyOperating both in the UK and across the world, they are a leading contractor delivering projects across multiple sectors including; real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water.Your new role Working on a major highways improvement scheme in the Norfolk region, the project team is seeking an experienced Sub Agent with a strong background in infrastructure works involving structures. The successful candidate will support the Site Agent in the effective and professional supervision of site activities, including the management of subcontract packages, ensuring all works are delivered in line with company procedures, programme requirements, and project specifications.Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): • Produce a detailed 3-month lookahead for your section of works, supported by shorter-term 2- and 4-week lookaheads., • Record and monitor progress against planned production, communicating updates clearly to relevant stakeholders., • Develop construction plans for your section, considering sequencing, constraints, and interfaces, and ensure these are communicated effectively., • Manage, supervise, train, and mentor the site team to ensure they perform their duties safely and efficiently., • Maintain strong communication with engineers, supervisors, enabling functions, designers, and client representatives., • Coordinate with supply chain partners to support design development and ensure constructability, aiming for right-first-time solutions with no in-flight change., • Raise construction issues promptly and escalate appropriately to achieve timely resolution., • Interpret and challenge design specifications and drawings for your section, particularly relating to structural components., • Generate high-quality temporary works design briefs suitable for approval by the Temporary Works Coordinator., • Experience in delivering major highways schemes, specifically structures., • SMSTS, • CSCS Card Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong communication skills. The next steps to apply for the role: If you are interested click the apply button and send your CV...

Jark Cambridge are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading building services installation contractor for a Mechanical Site Manager to be based in Norwich. The position will be based on a commercial contract on the outskirts of Norwich and will involve overseeing all mechanical installations including heating systems and sanitaryware. You will be managing a small team of subcontractors and will be the main point of contact for the end client liasing with them on a day to day basis. You will have overall responsibility for health and safety on the site and will need to plan the work being carried out in advance and ensure materials are available to be used when required. Ideally you will have a previous background in a similar Mechanical Manager role and have a qualification such as an NVQ in plumbing and heating. You will require a current SSSTS or SMSTS qualification. A current First Aid qualificataion will also be required. The company offers an attractive basic salary along with package including private healthcare and pension. Skills Required Mechanical Management Qualifications Required SMSTS or SSSTS NVQ In Heting and ventilation Keywords mechanical site manager supervisor norwich norfolk...

Assistant Site Manager – Commercial Project Location: Norwich Job Type: Temporary Rate: Competitive Daily Rate / CIS Available We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assistant Site Manager to join a busy commercial construction project in Norwich on a temporary contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established main contractor on a fast-paced commercial development. Key Responsibilities: * Supporting the Site Manager with daily site operations * Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring work is completed safely and on schedule * Monitoring health & safety procedures and maintaining site compliance * Assisting with inductions, site paperwork, and progress reporting * Ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the project * Managing site logistics and deliveries Requirements: * Previous experience as an Assistant Site Manager on commercial projects * Valid SMSTS or SSSTS * CSCS Card * First Aid qualification preferred * Strong organisational and communication skills * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment What’s On Offer: * Immediate start available * Competitive rates * Opportunity to work with a reputable contractor * Potential for ongoing work for the right candidate If you are an experienced Assistant Site Manager available for a temporary role in Norwich, please apply with your updated CV today...

Immediate requirement for a Site Supervisor for a highways project in Norfolk. PSR have been instructed to assist on the lookout for a Earthworks biased Supervisors on a freelance basis. You will be reporting into the General Foreman on site, and managing your own area / section of works. Previous experience working on Highways project is essential. Tickets/ quals: SMSTS or SSSTS required CSCS card - Gold Safety critical medical in date Highways Passport valid EUSR 1& 2 Highways common induction (can be done) Any machine tickets also preferred but not essential This is a 1+ year contract, with a lot of options to work overtime on weekdays, and weekends. If you are a Site Supervisor/ Foreman, available immediately, and interested please get in touch with Maayon at PSR or click on the link to apply...

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to join a major highways project in Norfolk, working on a long-term infrastructure scheme with a strong pipeline of works. The Role: You will be responsible for supervising day-to-day site activities on a busy highways project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required standards. You’ll be working closely with engineers, subcontractors, and site management to maintain programme and quality. Key Responsibilities: * Supervise site operations across highways and civils works * Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and site procedures * Coordinate subcontractors and labour on site * Monitor progress against programme and report to senior management * Ensure quality control and adherence to project specifications * Assist with site documentation, permits, and reporting Requirements: * Proven experience as a Site Supervisor on highways or major civils projects * Strong knowledge of highways construction and site processes * SSSTS or SMSTS (essential) * CSCS card * First Aid (preferred) * Ability to manage subcontractors and drive programme on site What’s on Offer: * Long-term 12-month contract * Immediate start * Competitive day rates (£230–£270) * Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure scheme If you are available immediately and h...

My client are a national civil engineering contractor who are currently seeking a Groundworks Supervisor to help deliver a large infrastructure & drainage package that will last up to 18 months. Groundworks Supervisor Responsibilities: * Toolbox talks * Client Liaison. * Health and safety compliance. * Ordering Materials. Groundworks Superivsor Requirements: * Black or Gold CSCS * SSSTS or SMSTS * Previous experience managing roads / highways schemes. * IT literate. * Full UK driving licence. The next steps to apply for the role! Click the apply button and send your CV...

I am currently in need of a Site Manager to manage a £1.3 million refurbishment of large high end residential property in Norwich. Works involved will include a full refurbishment of all rooms, new M&E, a new lift shaft and fit out to a high specification. Contract length is circa 14 months. The Candidate - must be capable of delivering the project standalone reporting into a visiting contract manager and be able to do sequencing, short term programming, trade management, site inductions, raise permits, tool box talks, work to tight deadlines, influence H&S on site, Q/A etc. Site tickets required are SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid qualified. My client are looking to pay a competitive day rate and are looking to start the suitable candidate in early June 26. If you are keen to get more details on the position please send me a copy of your CV to RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

Groundworks Supervisor / Manager – Norwich Location: Norwich Pay: £230 – £290 per day Job Type: Long-Term Ongoing Work Status: Outside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Supervisor / Manager for a long-term project in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and growing team working across all aspects of groundworks on a major ongoing development. Role Responsibilities: • Supervising day-to-day groundwork operations on site, • Managing gangs and subcontractors, • Overseeing all aspects of groundworks including:, • Drainage, • Foundations, • Kerbing, • Slabbing, • Roads & infrastructure, • Concrete works, • Excavations, • Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained, • Coordinating site activities and reporting progress, • Liaising with site management and clients Requirements: • Previous experience as a Groundworks Supervisor or Manager, • Strong background in all aspects of groundworks, • SSSTS / SMSTS preferred, • CSCS Card required, • Ability to lead teams and manage workloads effectively, • Good communication and organisational skills What’s On Offer: • £230 – £290 per day, • Outside IR35, • Long-term ongoing contract, • Immediate start available, • Stable pipeline of work If interested, please apply with your CV or contact us directly for more information

Carmichael UK is currently recruiting for an experienced Sub Agent to join a Tier 1 contractor delivering a major highways project in Norfolk. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role on a high-profile infrastructure scheme within a well-established delivery team. The successful candidate will support the management and coordination of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the day-to-day management of site activities and subcontractors Supporting the delivery of highways works in line with programme and budget Ensuring health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained Managing site documentation, permits, RAMS, and progress reporting Coordinating engineering and construction activities across work packages Liaising with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery Requirements: Proven experience working as a Sub Agent on highways or major infrastructure projects Strong background delivering highways works including drainage, earthworks, structures, or surfacing Experience working with Tier 1 contractors preferred Good understanding of NEC contracts and project delivery processes Strong leadership and communication skills SMSTS and CSCS certification essential Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred

Site Manager - Norfolk External Plan Maintenance Projects - Social Housing Up to £55,000 Plus Package Our Client, a leading nationwide construction contractor are currently looking for an experienced site manager to join their planned works division. Projects that are being delivered will be EWI, heat source pumps, internal and external plan maintenance projects and under floor heating to street properties in the area . They are being delivered to tower blocks and scattered properties around Norfolk and the East Anglia areas. On a day to day basis, you will act as an integral part of the operational team and carry out the following duties: Management of sub-contractors & direct operatives Lead the site team to the best of your ability Manage delivery of works to specification Have several direct reports to manage including RLO's and office staff Pre & post inspections of works Health & safety & quality checks My client are looking for someone with strong communication skills and a proven track record managing and delivering planned maintenance projects. A valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, and Asbestos Awareness are required. This is a permanent position which will offer training and development as well as good progression opportunities for the successful candidate. If you are interested please apply directly or contact Jamie Goodhew for more information. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer

Electrical Project Manager – Commercial M&E Project Great Yarmouth £70,000 - £85,000 + Package A leading M&E Contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Project Manager to oversee a flagship £11m M&E commercial project based in Great Yarmouth. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering high-profile commercial developments across the UK. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the electrical package from pre-construction through to handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget. The Role: • Managing the electrical package on a large-scale commercial project • Overseeing site teams, subcontractors, and specialist suppliers • Managing programme, procurement, and labour requirements • Chairing progress meetings with clients and main contractors • Ensuring all health & safety procedures are implemented and maintained • Managing QA, commissioning, and project handover processes • Monitoring project costs, variations, and reporting to senior management • Coordinating with mechanical teams to ensure smooth project delivery Requirements: • Proven experience as an Electrical Project Manager within the M&E sector • Strong commercial project experience • Experience delivering large-scale M&E packages • Ability to manage projects from inception through to completion • Strong leadership and client-facing skills • Excellent organisational and communication abilities • SMSTS, CSCS & First Aid preferred What’s on Offer: • Opportunity to work on a major £11m commercial development • Long-term career progression with a growing contractor • Competitive salary and package • Supportive and collaborative working environment • Exciting pipeline of future projects across the region If you are an experienced Electrical Project Manager looking for your next challenge on a landmark commercial scheme, apply today for a confidential discussion

Job Title: Site Manager – Substation Project (Renewable Energy - Civils) Location: Norwich, UK Contract Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of a major substation construction project within the renewable energy sector in Norwich. This is a key position overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and programme performance while coordinating multiple contractors and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage all on-site activities for the substation project, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to specification. Lead site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, plant, and materials. Monitor progress against programme and report regularly to the Project Manager. Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, client standards, and industry best practice. Maintain accurate site documentation, including permits, inspections, RAMS reviews, and progress records. Liaise closely with engineering, commissioning, and environmental teams. Resolve site issues proactively to minimise downtime. Ensure quality control and adherence to technical drawings and specifications. Represent the project during site audits and client visits. Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Site Manager on substation, HV, or large-scale infrastructure projects. Background in civil engineering on renewable energy, power transmission, or grid-connect projects. Strong knowledge of HV systems, civils, and electrical installation practices. Demonstrable understanding of HSE legislation and CDM requirements. Excellent communication, leadership, and contractor management skills. Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage quality standards. SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid, and relevant safety certifications. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to contribute to a major renewable energy infrastructure project. Supportive team environment and opportunities for long-term career progression. The chance to make a positive impact in the UK’s transition to clean energy

Your new company Operating both in the UK and across the world, they are a leading contractor delivering projects across multiple sectors including; real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water. Your new role Working on a major highways improvement scheme in the Norfolk region, the project team is seeking an experienced Sub Agent with a strong background in infrastructure works involving structures. The successful candidate will support the Site Agent in the effective and professional supervision of site activities, including the management of subcontract packages, ensuring all works are delivered in line with company procedures, programme requirements, and project specifications. Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Produce a detailed 3‑month lookahead for your section of works, supported by shorter-term 2‑ and 4‑week lookaheads. Record and monitor progress against planned production, communicating updates clearly to relevant stakeholders. Develop construction plans for your section, considering sequencing, constraints, and interfaces, and ensure these are communicated effectively. Manage, supervise, train, and mentor the site team to ensure they perform their duties safely and efficiently. Maintain strong communication with engineers, supervisors, enabling functions, designers, and client representatives. Coordinate with supply chain partners to support design development and ensure constructability, aiming for right‑first‑time solutions with no in‑flight change. Raise construction issues promptly and escalate appropriately to achieve timely resolution. Interpret and challenge design specifications and drawings for your section, particularly relating to structural components. Generate high‑quality temporary works design briefs suitable for approval by the Temporary Works Coordinator. Apply technical expertise to structural works, including foundations, retaining structures, bridges, culverts, or other key infrastructure elements as required by the scheme. What you'll need to succeed Experience in delivering major highways schemes, specifically structures. SMSTS CSCS Card Lifting Appointed Person (AP) and Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) tickets preferred but not essential. 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. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Electrical Site Manager - Contract (12 Months) Location: Norfolk Rate: £300 - £350 per day A market-leading Tier 1 M&E subcontractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to join their team on a major project in Norfolk. This is a 12-month contract opportunity offering a competitive day rate and the chance to work on a high-profile scheme with a strong focus on fire safety improvement works. The Role As Electrical Site Manager, you will take responsibility for overseeing electrical subcontractors on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. The project centres around large-scale fire safety upgrades, so experience in this area will be highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate electrical subcontractors across the site Oversee installation works with a strong emphasis on fire safety compliance Ensure all activities meet current regulations, health & safety standards, and project specifications Monitor progress against programme and report to senior management Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and toolbox talks Liaise with the main contractor and other trades to ensure smooth project deliveryRequirements Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager on large-scale construction projects Strong background in managing subcontractors Experience with fire safety systems and improvement works (highly desirable) Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g. NVQ, City & Guilds) SMSTS and CSCS certification Strong leadership and communication skillsWhat's on Offer Competitive day rate (£300 - £350) 12-month contract on a major, high-value project Opportunity to work with a leading Tier 1 subcontractor Immediate or short-notice start availableIf you're an experienced Electrical Site Manager looking for your next contract role on a significant project, apply now to find out more

I am assisting my client with an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join a leading main contractor. The business undertakes projects in various sectors including commercial, education and industrial projects, with values ranging between £5m and £20m. This is a freelance position for a site manager for approximately 6 months, managing a new build commercial project in Norwich as No2 manager, through to client handover. As Site Manager you will be responsible for the project to ensure the safe completion, in accordance with programme, specification and budget. Key Responsibilities: Managing and maintaining the highest standards of safety Contributing to the value engineering and build-ability of the project Agreement of programmes and methods of construction with Planners and other appropriate production personnel Marshalling of resources for the overall control and execution of the works including the selection of sub-contractors to carry out the works Ensuring that key dates, resource requirements, production rates, overhead targets etc., are established, monitored and controlled Managing multi-disciplinary teams Establishing and maintaining commercial and financial control systems, procedures and standards which will meet the contractual requirements of the projectsExperience and Qualifications: You will ideally have experience of working specifically on Design and Build, industrial or commercial projects. A proven track of success of delivering projects up to £5m- £20m in value You will have experience of working for a main contractor. Good communication verbally and in written form. Hold current CSCS, SMSTS and first aid certification Present a clean and tidy site and have a good understanding of the considerate contractor's requirements to achieve high scoreTo apply for this role, please complete the fields below

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Project Manager Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: #1345 Location: Norfolk Start Date: ASAP Salary: c£65k-£75k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, performance bonus etc. Company & Project: A privately owned contractor operating across multiple sectors including: Commercial, Education, Higher Education, Mixed-Use and Industrial are seeking to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their team working on a new build project in Norfolk valued at c£11m. Projects in the companies pipeline of work for 2026 include New Build, Fit-Out and Extension projects valued between c£5m-£15m working with repeat clients across Norfolk. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing one project as the site based lead. You will be initially working closely with the pre-construction team to take management of the project through from tender and award stage, leading the site delivery teams throughout the project to oversee it to completion. The successful candidate will have an active role in the management of the planning and design on the project on an ongoing basis. You will be need to be an excellent communicator, with a track record for successfully delivering projects on time, to a high quality and promoting excellent standards of Health and Safety. Desirable Experience: Previously held a Project Manager role with a regional main contractor or national main contractor. Previous experience leading projects valued between £2m-£15m would be advantageous. Exceptional client facing and management skills, experience in leading teams of c15 staff. Previous Roles: Project Manager OR Senior Project Manager OR Senior Site Manager OR Construction Manager. Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management CSCS Card, SMSTS Application Process: If you would like more information on this Project Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest. Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business

Supervisor - Highways (Civil Engineering) Norwich £24-£26 per hour | ⏱️ 11-hour days | Saturday uplift available We are recruiting experienced Supervisors for a leading civil engineering subcontractor working on a major highways project in Norwich, delivering approximately 10km of new carriageway. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established team on a long-term infrastructure project with consistent hours and competitive rates. Key Responsibilities: Supervising site teams on highways construction works Ensuring all works are carried out safely and in line with regulations Coordinating labour, plant, and materials Maintaining high quality and productivity standards Liaising with site management and subcontractorsRequirements: Gold CSCS Card Highways Passport SMSTS or SSSTS EUSR (Categories 1 & 2) SWQR Safety Critical certification Proven experience in highways or major infrastructure projectsWhat's on Offer: Competitive hourly rate (£24-£26) Long hours (11-hour shifts) Overtime uplift for Saturdays Opportunity to work on a major highways schemeIf you meet the above criteria and are looking for your next role in highways construction, apply today

Assistant Site Manager - Norwich Internal and External Works - Social Housing Up to £45,000 plus package Our Client, a construction contractor are currently looking for an Assistant Site Manager to join their planned works division. Projects that are being delivered will be a mixture of internal and external plan maintenance projects to street properties in the area . They are being delivered to tower blocks and scattered properties around Norwich and the surrounding areas. On a day to day basis, you will act as an integral part of the operational team and carry out the following duties: Management of sub-contractors & direct operatives Lead the site team to the best of your ability Manage delivery of works to specification Have several direct reports to manage including RLO's and office staff Pre & post inspections of works Health & safety & quality checks My client are looking for someone with strong communication skills and a proven track record managing and delivering planned maintenance projects. A valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS, and Asbestos Awareness are required. This is a permanent position which will offer development as well as good progression opportunities for the successful candidate. If you are interested please apply directly or contact Jamie Goodhew for more information. Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer

Project Manager – Food Retail Construction EAST ANGLIA | £55,000–£60,000 + CAR ALLOWENCE AND PACKAGE SUFFORK/ NORFOLK /CAMBRIDGESHIRE REGION Are you an experienced food retail construction project manager looking for your next challenge in East Anglia? Our client—a res pected regional contractor—seeks a skilled Project Manager to deliver fit-out refurbishment retail construction schemes for major national brands across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and the wider East Anglia region. This role offers the chance to lead high‑profile fast‑track retail programmes, shape project delivery standards, and progress your career within a supportive, forward‑thinking construction business. ABOUT THE CLIENT This well‑established regional contractor is known for delivering high‑quality retail construction and fit‑out projects across East Anglia. Specialising in food retail, multi‑store roll‑outs, rebrands, refurbishments, and new build schemes, they pride themselves on: • Strong client relationships, • A commitment to safety and quality, • A supportive team culture, • Clear pathways for training and career development You’ll join a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers opportunities to grow into Senior Project Manager and leadership positions. You will take full responsibility for planning, procuring, and delivering multiple retail construction projects from PRE-CONTRACT THROUGH TO HANDOVER , ensuring every store opens safely, on time, and to brand standards. Key Responsibilities PRE-CONTRACT PLANNING Prepare procurement schedules, design release programmes, enabling works plans, and tender documentation COMPLIANCE & BRAND STANDARDS Ensure all works meet employer requirements, building regulations, and specific retail brand specifications cost and programme management Work with QS teams on procurement, budgets, KPIs, and maintaining construction programmes project administration, risk registers, and delivery plans for on‑time store openings • QUALITY & CIMS COMPLIANCE Maintain quality systems, drive continual improvement, and uphold CIMS processes, • HEALTH AND SAFETY Develop RAMS, H&S plans, SWMP, fire plans, inductions, and ensure safe working on fast‑track sites, • LEADERSHIPLead project teams, manage subcontractors, mentor junior colleagues, and chair progress meetings This role offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to influence project performance across a diverse retail portfolio. To succeed, you will need: ESSENTAIL • Proven experience delivering food retail construction fit‑out, or refurbishment projects, • Strong programme, planning, and site management capabilities, • Knowledge of construction techniques, building regs, and structural principles, • Strong communication and negotiation skills for retail stakeholder management, • IT skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook (Asta Powerproject desirable), • full driving licence, • smsts, • cscs If you’ve delivered fast‑track, multi‑site, or roll‑out programmes before, you’ll be well suited to this role. Salary & Benefits • £55,000–£65,000 (depending on experience), • Car allowance, • Pension & healthcare, • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, • Professional development & ongoing training, • Clear career progression routes Ready to develop your food retail construction career in a business that values your expertise? Join a supportive and growing contractor delivering high‑quality retail projects across East Anglia

Project & Operations Director Location: Office based in Norfolk, clientele across the UK. Package: up to £80,000 + Performance Bonus, EV Company Car, 25 days + bank holidays. Required: PLC / Tier 1 Construction Background. Contract: Full Time, Permanent. On behalf of our client, we are recruiting a Project & Operations Director to take full operational ownership of a growing specialist construction business delivering panelling systems on large‑scale commercial and accommodation projects. This is a hands‑on senior leadership role for a proven PLC / Tier 1 construction operator, someone operating at senior management level who is comfortable running an entire multi‑project operation, not just managing a single function. You will effectively act as a General Manager, accountable for programme, margin and P&L across 40 to 50 live projects at any one time, delivered as a specialist subcontractor with all design, manufacture and installation handled in‑house. They are looking for a visible leader who is actively on site, in production, with the teams, someone who removes obstacles, accelerates delivery, and delivers exactly what is forecast. As a business their vision is clear: to be the preferred construction project partner that main contractors look to because their presence raises standards, pace and certainty. In this role you will have end‑to‑end accountability for operational performance, with a clear mandate to drive: Predictable, high‑quality project delivery: Seamless integration with other trades, realistic programmes, snag‑free completion and professional handovers. Client trust and satisfaction: Clear, proactive communication, honest programmes, no surprises, and a calm, solutions‑led approach to challenges. Profit and margin growth: Disciplined change control, strong forecasting, reduced cost‑to‑serve and protection of commercial outcomes. As a senior leader, you will help set priorities, remove constraints and align the operation to the company strategy. You will also own the HR and people agenda for operations, ensuring the right structure, capability, compliance and performance culture is in place to deliver safely and profitably. Core Accountabilities: Translate company strategy into an executable operational plan across Projects, Production, Logistics and Installation. Shape decisions on capacity, investment, systems and risk. Own and deliver quarterly operational priorities. Enforce rigorous KPI, scorecard and forecasting discipline. Align Sales, Design, Manufacturing and Site Delivery to protect margin. Drive continuous improvement so the operating model becomes simpler, stronger and more repeatable. Key Responsibilities: End‑to‑end project control: Enforce non‑negotiable delivery disciplines from handover through design freeze, planning, manufacture and site readiness. Ensure every project has a credible programme, realistic labour plan, clear trade dependencies and live cost‑to‑complete reporting. Customer ownership post‑contract award: Set clear expectations, provide early visibility of risk and change, manage delivery issues professionally and eliminate client chasing through proactive communication standards. Commercial and margin protection: Own operational commercial outcomes, enforce disciplined variation control, reduce cost‑to‑serve and partner with Finance on robust forecasting without becoming administratively burdened. Contract and risk management: Ensure timely reviews, proactive risk identification, compliant notices and documentation, and maintain professional leverage with clients. Manufacturing, supply chain and logistics leadership: Drive schedule adherence, quality, cost and OTIF performance to prevent margin erosion from delivery failure. Quality and snag‑free delivery: Embed robust QA processes, simple SOPs and repeatable standards so quality is designed in, not inspected at the end. Health & Safety leadership: Own exemplary H&S and CDM compliance through strong RAMS, audits, corrective actions and continuous improvement. Systems, data and reporting discipline: Enforce a single source of truth, accurate weekly forecasting and data‑led elimination of recurring issues. People leadership and performance: Build a strong, resilient operational team, coach capability, address underperformance decisively and ensure delivery is not dependent on single points of failure. Operating rhythm and governance: Lead a disciplined weekly and monthly cadence with clear KPIs, priority ownership, escalation routes and signed‑off commitments. Final operational authority: Approve programmes, labour deployment, recovery plans and readiness gates. Make stop‑the‑line decisions for safety and quality where required. Skills, Experience & Qualifications Required: Essential: Background in PLC / Tier 1 construction along with senior specialist subcontracting, or manufacturing‑led construction. Senior leadership experience delivering multiple concurrent construction projects. Strong commercial judgement with proven forecasting and margin control. Ability to build and enforce robust planning and delivery systems. Confident, authoritative client‑facing leadership. Proven ownership of HR responsibilities including performance management. Desirable: NEC (New Engineering Contract) and/or JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) experience. Qualifications: SMSTS / SSSTS / CSCS. Operational excellence / lean construction experience. Joinery or carpentry background. Design coordination experience. Personal Attributes: Appreciative: Leads with respect and recognition. Dedicated: Owns outcomes end‑to‑end and finishes what is started. Expeditious: Removes waste, simplifies systems and drives flow. Positive: Raises standards without drama. Trustworthy: Honest programmes, early risk visibility and no surprises. Why Apply? If you are a senior construction operator frustrated by poorly planned projects, weak forecasting or lack of accountability and you're looking a role where you can genuinely run the operation, raise standards and deliver predictable results, apply now!! This is a rare opportunity to make a visible impact! Please contact Louisa Coggs on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Major Recruitment acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and an Employment Business for temporary opportunities. INDER

Your new company Operating both in the UK and across the world, they are a leading contractor delivering projects across multiple sectors including; real estate, defence, education, highways, rail and water. Your new role Working on a major highways improvement scheme in the Norfolk region, the project team is seeking an experienced Sub Agent with a strong background in infrastructure works involving structures. The successful candidate will support the Site Agent in the effective and professional supervision of site activities, including the management of subcontract packages, ensuring all works are delivered in line with company procedures, programme requirements, and project specifications. Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Produce a detailed 3-month lookahead for your section of works, supported by shorter-term 2- and 4-week lookaheads. Record and monitor progress against planned production, communicating updates clearly to relevant stakeholders. Develop construction plans for your section, considering sequencing, constraints, and interfaces, and ensure these are communicated effectively. Manage, supervise, train, and mentor the site team to ensure they perform their duties safely and efficiently. Maintain strong communication with engineers, supervisors, enabling functions, designers, and client representatives. Coordinate with supply chain partners to support design development and ensure constructability, aiming for right-first-time solutions with no in-flight change. Raise construction issues promptly and escalate appropriately to achieve timely resolution. Interpret and challenge design specifications and drawings for your section, particularly relating to structural components. Generate high-quality temporary works design briefs suitable for approval by the Temporary Works Coordinator. Apply technical expertise to structural works, including foundations, retaining structures, bridges, culverts, or other key infrastructure elements as required by the scheme. What you'll need to succeed Experience in delivering major highways schemes, specifically structures. SMSTS CSCS Card Lifting Appointed Person (AP) and Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) tickets preferred but not essential. 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. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ