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Stirling Council is an ambitious council seeking to take advantage of the area's unrivalled location and rapid growth to provide opportunities and services for all its citizens and to encourage sustainable business and community development. Every day the Council provides a wide range of services essential to enhancing the life of people living in, or visiting, the area. The Council wants to ensure that the old and young are cared for; to provide support for those in need; to educate our young people; to care for our environment and enhance cultural and sporting opportunities for all. It wants to drive inclusive economic growth, culture and tourism for the area. The Council is looking for you to join the Chief Officer - Governance, Audit Service Manager, Internal Audit Team Leader and the wider Internal Audit, Risk and Corporate Fraud Team to provide excellent Internal Audit services to support Stirling's ambitions to deliver the best outcomes for its communities. Working with the Audit Service Manager and Internal Audit Team Leader, you will contribute to the delivery of an excellent Internal Audit service. You will be professionally qualified, innovative and will be motivated to help support improvement across the Council. You will be an integral member of Internal Audit, Risk and Corporate fraud team and will work with colleagues to drive a positive, risk aware and customer focussed culture. You will be a highly effective communicator and team player, with a demonstrable track record of achievement. You will be able to work on your own initiative as well as with teams across the Council. Analytical skills and political awareness are needed, together with a commitment to customer-focused public services. Working with colleagues across the organisation and external partners, you will build and develop relationships to deliver solutions and improvements for the benefit of all of our citizens. If would like an informal chat on the role, then please email Graham Templeton (). The successful candidate will be required to undertake Level 1 Disclosure check. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Job Description Additional Salary Information Stirling Information The Benefits • 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Pro-rated for part time roles., • Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements where the role allows. We have a good balance across our teams, retaining the benefits to work/life balance of working from home part of the week, with the collaborative and social benefits of working from the office 2-3 days per week, • Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached, • Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service, • Carers Leave, • Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave, • Access to Health & Wellbeing support, • Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Lift share Scheme, • Car Lease Scheme, • Technology Benefit Scheme

Job Title:Performance Coach Department:Quality Reports to: Operations Manager Location:Hybrid in Glasgow City Park, 3 days in the office & 2 days at home Contract Type:Permanent Salary: £27,000 per year Position: Performance Coach Role Overview: Listening and marking calls then feeding the results back, coaching the frontline colleagues to make improvements. Working as a Performance Coach within the Banking and Insurance Sector, the post holder will be adynamic and results-driven person, able to help individuals achieve peak performance. You will work closely campaign leadership to identify performance gaps, and the root cause of these gaps to set actionable goals, influencing the team members to achieve their campaign quality metrics. The Performance Coach provides constructive feedback, delivers proven coaching techniques, including side by sides, show and tell, role plays and other established coaching methods. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both written and oral, be a problem solver and have the ability to motivate and inspire. Competencies & Skills Required • Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions to improve performance and achieve business goals, • Lead group sessions, delivering bite size learning and key communications, • Assess current performance and identify areas for development, • Provide constructive feedback and guidance to foster continuous improvement, • Comfortable with adapting to different coaching techniques to influence colleagues behaviours and motivate them into positive change, • Track progress and adjust coaching plans to ensure sustainable results, • Ability to handle and turn around difficult conversations, turning negative situations into positive ones, • Attention to detail, • Ability to take on new challenges and ideas, • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, • High levels of emotional intelligence, • Confident and capable of communicating with team members, • Organized with the ability to meet deadlines, • Ability to cope under pressure, • Existing quality results must be exemplary JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you ready to elevate your career? We're excited to share a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic Refresh division, specialising in Refurbishment and Building Improvement. This isn't your typical Senior Quantity Surveyor role. Within Refresh, you'll be involved in the commercial journey of each project from the very first estimation stage all the way through to completion. Our work spans everything from building envelope and internal fire compartmentation projects to full room and amenity space refurbishments. This role is able to offer: • Varied Workload: Contribute to a wide range of projects that will challenge, motivate, and develop you. While we have offices and hubs across the UK available for use, this role is primarily home-based, with travel to sites and offices as needed for collaboration with project teams, your line manager, and senior leaders. About you: To be successful in this role you will need to possess a blend of formal education and hands-on experience, complemented by a proactive approach to professional development. You'll need to demonstrate a good understanding of the industry, along with the ability to effectively manage and deliver projects. The nature of this roles means that we are looking for a person who has sufficient experience and self-discipline to work autonomously to complete the required tasks and have the confidence and ability to contact all team and project stakeholders to ensure actions are completed. Experience of working within the QS function on new build projects would be desirable to allow for an understanding of the construction technology, procurement and CVR process. Experience working specifically on reclad or refurbishment projects would also be advantageous. Why Choose Watkin Jones Group? Watkin Jones Group is the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management. Joining us means becoming part of a company that's not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We're committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here's what we can offer you: • Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), agile working arrangements, and discounted gym memberships., • Wellbeing: Access to‘Your Wellbeing' programme & OpenUp – a confidential wellbeing platform., • Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, and life insurance. JBRP1_UKTJ

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Are you looking to join a company where your ideas, enthusiasm, and potential will be recognised? Do you value professionalism and aspire to grow into a trusted expert in your field? If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you! We are seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to join our Glasgow office. In this pivotal role, you will have the chance take the lead on multiple dynamic projects for a prestigious Client. You'll be at the forefront of ensuring these projects not only meet deadlines but also exceed quality standards. In this pivotal role, you'll immerse yourself in managing complex challenges, carefully following detailed specifications to meet the unique needs of our clients. Your expertise will shine as you collaborate with diverse stakeholders, driving projects to successful and timely completion. Joining a supportive network as part of a national team, you can expect to receive valuable training, guidance and genuine scope for career development. Your core responsibilities will include: * Embedding agreed protocols and leading all aspects of design management to ensure consistency, compliance, and best practice throughout the project lifecycle. * Administering NEC contracts effectively, ensuring contractual obligations are met and risks are appropriately managed. * Monitoring, driving, and reporting on project performance, with a proactive approach to action planning and issue resolution. * Delivering assigned projects successfully by adhering to all specified requirements, governance standards, and client expectations. * Ensuring projects are delivered within operational constraints by effectively managing resources to meet agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards. * Providing guidance and support to junior members of the team, contributing to their ongoing development and performance. Please note you must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role due to the nature of the projects you will be working on. Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here: ___ About You * Proven experience working as a Project Manager within a relevant environment * A relevant qualification and/or membership of a recognised professional body (such as RICS, CIOB, or APM) * Strong contractual knowledge with the ability to manage and administer contracts effectively * Excellent client-facing skills, including clear communication, high-quality report writing, and confident presentation abilities * Experience working within a consultancy environment * A commitment to ongoing professional development through regular CPD activities * Chartered status, or actively working towards Chartership * Eligibility to obtain, or existing possession of SC level Security Clearance is required to fulfill the duties of this role (must be a UK Sole National) Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team. Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better. We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues. We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career. What we offer Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect: • Agile working., • Career and Professional Development., • Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities., • 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave., • Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan., • Stakeholder pension., • Professional subscriptions., • Employee Discount Scheme., • Eyecare Scheme. As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey. Accessibility We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you. Agencies We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted. #LI-Hybrid

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM UK & Ireland's Infrastructure Segment are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Commercial Manager to work in our Pre-Construction team. Being part of the team, you will play a key part in the work winning and preconstruction phases of large of large civil engineering projects which will provide critical infrastructure to enable future, renewable developments across Scotland. You will be required to work out of our Kilsyth or Inverness area offices getting involved in projects all over Scotland. Your team • A living away allowance will be provided for working away from home, along with other package benefits, • BAM operates a flexible working policy, • Maintain effective communications with Business Unit managers, Regional Commercial Managers, project management and other associated disciplines and enhance the profile of commercial services within Pre-Construction, • Be responsible for staff matters which may include: staff succession awareness, recruitment, development, attitude and behavioural issues, competency and retainment issues, staff allocation, • Principally working with the Regional Bid Manager and be an integral member of the bid team and develop a commercial plan for each bid. Responsible for ensuring that mandatory bid requirements are completed, liaising with legal, risk, finance and procurement to ensure commercial requirements are considered, • Participate in legal discussions with the client for conditions of contract and working with legal to ensure BAM baseline is maintained, • Review of the procurement strategy, ensuring key supply chain have appropriate conditions and vetting quotations. Liaising with finance to ensure BAM baseline is maintained. Maintain contact with supply chain partners through contract vetting and input to contract documentation, • Where required, reviewing JV partners agreements with legal to ensure BAM baseline is maintained. Ensuring commercial clarity with any divisions of responsibilities, • Verify each bid with benchmarking, collate necessary information form projects, • Be responsible for all commercial aspects of staff performance and development reviews, • Attend and provide input to HSQE meetings, weekly tender review meetings, area management team briefings and senior commercial forums, • Provide roll-out and support, • Provide commercial advice to the team in connection with all pre-construction issues and provide input to area commercial discussions / reviews, • 10+ years experience in Pre-Construction and/or Project Delivery with a tier 1 Contractor, • Familiar with working with own initiative in a problem-solving environment with a can do approach and be a team player, • Awareness of bench marking and using historic information to vet budgets, • Have good communication skills with various internal and external stakeholders including client, legal, risk, procurement & finance, • Member status (or working towards) CICESWhats in it for you?, • Competitive salary, • A wide range of family-friendly policies, • Company car/car allowance/travel allowance, • 8 % matched pension contributions, • Private healthcare, • Life assurance, • 26 days holiday, • 2 wellbeing days, • 1 volunteering day We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. Were on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. JBRP1_UKTJ

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Are you an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager looking to take the next important step in your career? Do you bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, even when faced with new or challenging tasks? If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you! As part of our ambitious expansion strategy, we are excited to announce an opening for a Project Manager in our Glasgow office. By joining our dynamic national team, you will gain access to a wealth of training and mentorship opportunities, as well as the chance to shape your career path in a supportive atmosphere. Expect to be part of a community that values professional growth and offers you the tools to thrive in your career. In this position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that projects are completed both promptly and to the highest quality standards. You will be expected to work diligently in alignment with contract deliverables, detailed specifications, and the specific requirements of our clients. Y our core responsibility will be leading on projects for a prestigious client in the Defence sector. Your core responsibilities will include: • Supporting to agree the client’s brief from inception in conjunction with any other consultants appointed, and arranging for the appointment of other consultants as necessary., • Coordinating, managing and communicating with the client, project stakeholders and other consultants appointed to meet requirements of the project., • Preparation of programmes and undertaking programme management., • Undertaking change management, co-ordinating the design process, overseeing and managing the control of the project both pre- and post-contract including financial expenditure throughout all RIBA stages., • Preparing and issuing reports, including but not limited to preparation of Project Execution Plans (PEP), Strategy Reports, Risk Registers, Progress Reports etc. Please note you must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role due to the nature of the projects you will be working on. Find out what it is like to work at Pick Everard here: ___ About You Our ideal Project Manager will have: • Experience in a similar role in the construction environment., • Comprehensive knowledge of building technology and construction principles., • Excellent communication, client facing, and presentation skills., • An understanding of NEC project management principles, including experience in managing design and construction contracts., • A proven ability to manage projects from concept to implementation, overseeing activities as well as others to ensure time, budget, and quality constraints are met. Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better. We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues. We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career. What we offer Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect: • Agile working., • Career and Professional Development., • Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities., • 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave., • Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan., • Stakeholder pension., • Professional subscriptions., • Employee Discount Scheme., • Eyecare Scheme. As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey. Accessibility We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you. Agencies We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted. #LI-Hybrid

Building a sustainable tomorrow BAM Infrastructure is seeking an experienced and motivated Sub Agent to join our ASTI team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of delivering major civil engineering projects that will provide essential infrastructure to support future renewable energy developments across Scotland. The successful candidate will initially be based at our area office in Kilsyth, Scotland, during the pre-construction phase. The project is expected to move to site in 2027, with site works located in the Inverness area. Your work environment • This role will be based at our Kilsyth office until the project moves to site in 2027, which will be located in the Inverness area., • BAM operates a flexible working policy As a Sub Agent, you will be responsible for the following: • Set a personal example in health, safety and environmental matters by ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures through method statements, risk assessments and briefings, • Manage, supervise and mentor section, site and assistant engineers to ensure high levels of engineering control and generation of appropriate records, • Maintain good working relationship with RE staff and supply chain, • Adopt and promote a cost-conscious attitude through efficient use of company resources, • Support the agent as required in operating the cost management system, the production of programmes and QF preparation, • Communicate with commercial staff to ensure all records for measurement and payment purposes are prepared promptly, in appropriate form, • Adopt and promote the use of BIM technologies to deliver the requirements of the project BIM Execution Plan (BEP), • Communicate with general foreman to ensure adequate work preparation and resources availability, • Assist the agent as required to procure necessary materials, sub-contracts and plant in sufficient time, • Review with the agent regularly the performance, development and training needs of subordinate staff, including underperformance or potential resignations The following are mandatory requirements: • Degree, HND in Engineering or equivalent, • CSCS Level - Academically or Professionally Qualified Person/Supervisory/Manager, • SSSTS, • Competitive salary, • A wide range of family-friendly policies, • Company car/car allowance/travel allowance, • 8 % matched pension contributions, • Private healthcare, • Life assurance, • 26 days holiday, • 2 wellbeing days, • 1 volunteering day Who are we? The art of building is about building for communities; its about building for life. Where others stop, we go further, leading the way towards a sustainable tomorrow for us and future generations. As an industry leader, we raise the bar. Our values: sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable and ownership, enable us to achieve our ambitions. Today, tomorrow and every day. Our recruitment process BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title:Quantity Surveyor Location:Rutherglen, Glasgow Company:Dalkia UK Employment Type:Full-time Reports to:Commercial Manager About the Role Dalkia UK is seeking an experienced and driven Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial projects team. In this role, youll manage all cost-related aspects of our contractsfrom initial calculations to final accountensuring profitability and effective cost control. Youll work closely with internal teams and our supply chain to manage risk, improve margin, and maintain our reputation for quality and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, values-led organisation at the forefront of the energy and engineering services sector. Key Responsibilities • Manage all commercial elements of major projects in line with Dalkia processes., • Conduct feasibility studies and understand customer requirements., • Monitor and control subcontractor accounts, including applications, variations, and payments., • Provide accurate forecasting of final accounts and cash flow., • Identify and manage commercial risks throughout project lifecycle., • Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on financial matters., • Prepare and deliver timely and accurate project reports, forecasts, and valuations., • Monitor all project costs including labour, materials, and subcontractors., • Maintain compliance with Health & Safety regulations. What Were Looking For Essential: • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent., • Strong commercial awareness and risk management skills., • Confident communicator with proven stakeholder engagement experience., • Proficient in Microsoft Office., • Ability to manage workload across multiple projects., • Background in Mechanical & Electrical quantity surveying within building services., • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects. Who Youll Work With Internal:Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, Buyers, Estimators, and Health & Safety teams. External:Clients, subcontractors, and supply chain partners. Our Values At Dalkia, our people are our greatest asset. We work by four core values: • People First supporting each other and investing in development., • Better Together collaborating across teams and disciplines., • Trusted Partners building long-term, transparent relationships., • Taking Responsibility owning our work and always aiming higher. Why Join Us? • Be part of a growing business thats shaping the future of sustainable energy and infrastructure., • Work on major projects with real impact., • Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice matters., • Career development opportunities across the UK and Europe. Apply now to join Dalkia and take the next step in your commercial career. JBRP1_UKTJ