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Imperial Recruitment is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction business delivering projects across the renewables and retrofit sectors. This is a full-time, permanent, office-based role offering excellent long-term career development within a high-value framework environment. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially astute and technically capable professional seeking to take ownership of projects and progress their career within the construction and property sector. Location and Contract Details • Location: Knaresborough (office based), • Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, • Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of a portfolio of construction, retrofit, and renewable energy projects. You will manage cost control, forecasting, procurement, and financial reporting, ensuring the delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will play a key role within a major framework valued at over £900 million over four years, providing the opportunity to lead commercially on significant, long-term projects that shape the future of sustainable construction. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and negotiating tenders, contracts, and commercial documentation, • Leading on cost planning, measurement, and valuation of works, • Managing project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow throughout the project lifecycle, • Identifying, assessing, and managing variations, claims, and risks, • Chairing and attending client and subcontractor meetings to agree valuations, forecasts, and commercial progress, • Preparing and submitting monthly client applications and ensuring timely payment, • Managing subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance, • Producing contractual notices and payment recommendations, • Supporting project teams with cost analysis, value engineering, and commercial strategy, • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, retrofit, or renewable energy sectors, • Strong grounding in cost management, procurement, and contract administration, • Working knowledge of JCT contracts (other forms of contract advantageous), • Strong technical understanding of M&E and construction processes, • Ability to interpret and analyse construction drawings and specifications, • Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues, • Excellent numerical, analytical, and IT skills (experience with NSR or similar preferred), • Commercially aware with a proactive, solution-driven approach, • Full-time, permanent role, • Based in Knaresborough office, • Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm If you are seeking a rewarding role with long-term development opportunities across the construction, renewables, and retrofit sectors, this position offers career stability, scale, and progression. To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or contact Imperial Recruitment for further information.

Security Systems Specialist Full time, Permanent Location – Selby or Glasgow, with travel to other locations as required About the role: Reporting to the Security Systems Manager, the Security Systems Specialist will play a key role in maintaining, fault finding, optimising, and upgrading the wider Drax security systems infrastructure. This includes ensuring the effective operation of CCTV, access control, perimeter detection, and associated security technologies across all Drax sites in the UK and overseas. As a Security Systems Specialist, you’ll work proactively to identify vulnerabilities, support system resilience, and implement improvements that enhance overall security performance. You’ll collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and contractors to deliver a stable, secure, and future ready security platform that supports both operational needs and regulatory requirements. This role will require travel to sites throughout the UK as required, and there may be times where you’ll be working away from home. Additionally, you’ll be required to be on-call 1 week in every 4, as the team provides 24/7 support. In return you’ll receive an on-call allowance as part of the package on offer. Some of your key responsibilities in this role will include: • Work with the team to provide expert support on Drax’s security infrastructure including CCTV, access control, intruder, perimeter intrusion detection, barrier, gates, and turnstile systems, • Manage and coordinate third party contractors and suppliers, ensuring safe working practices, clear briefs, compliance with site rules, accurate RAMS, and delivery of work to a high standard., • Act as the primary point of contact for technical queries, performance monitoring, and signoff of works., • Deliver assigned security projects in scope and on time., • Assist the Security Systems Analyst and Security Systems Apprentice with the daily BAU tasks We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. Who we’re looking for: You’ll have experience working on enterprise integrated security systems, ideally within a large industrial environment. You’ll have a full UK driving licence and be happy to work away from home when required and to commit to an on-call team rota. You’ll also be able to demonstrate the following: • Good understanding of CCTV network technologies, infrastructure and processes, • Experience installing, fault finding and maintaining large enterprise IP CCTV systems, Access Control systems, Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems., • Good knowledge of Cisco or equivalent network switching and core networking principles relevant to security system architecture., • Experience in maintaining, fault finding and installing large intruder alarm systems., • Excellent documentation skills, • On-call allowance, • A discretionary bonus depending on company performance, • Private Healthcare, • SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time, • Personal accident cover, • Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%, • Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Together, we make it happen. At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here. Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply: Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.

Imperial Recruitment is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction business delivering projects across the renewables and retrofit sectors. This is a full-time, permanent, office-based role offering excellent long-term career development within a high-value framework environment. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially astute and technically capable professional seeking to take ownership of projects and progress their career within the construction and property sector. Location and Contract Details • Location: Knaresborough (office based), • Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, • Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience) As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of a portfolio of construction, retrofit, and renewable energy projects. You will manage cost control, forecasting, procurement, and financial reporting, ensuring the delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will play a key role within a major framework valued at over £900 million over four years, providing the opportunity to lead commercially on significant, long-term projects that shape the future of sustainable construction. Key Responsibilities • Preparing and negotiating tenders, contracts, and commercial documentation, • Leading on cost planning, measurement, and valuation of works, • Managing project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow throughout the project lifecycle, • Identifying, assessing, and managing variations, claims, and risks, • Chairing and attending client and subcontractor meetings to agree valuations, forecasts, and commercial progress, • Preparing and submitting monthly client applications and ensuring timely payment, • Managing subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and performance, • Producing contractual notices and payment recommendations, • Supporting project teams with cost analysis, value engineering, and commercial strategy, • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, retrofit, or renewable energy sectors, • Strong grounding in cost management, procurement, and contract administration, • Working knowledge of JCT contracts (other forms of contract advantageous), • Strong technical understanding of M&E and construction processes, • Ability to interpret and analyse construction drawings and specifications, • Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, and colleagues, • Excellent numerical, analytical, and IT skills (experience with NSR or similar preferred), • Commercially aware with a proactive, solution-driven approach, • Full-time, permanent role, • Based in Knaresborough office, • Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm If you are seeking a rewarding role with long-term development opportunities across the construction, renewables, and retrofit sectors, this position offers career stability, scale, and progression. To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or contact Imperial Recruitment for further information.

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock! Shaping Growth. Building Partnerships. Driving Innovation. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join our high‑performing Sales Team at West Auckland . Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you will play a key role in driving strategic growth across the Northeast — leading on new business development while also managing a small portfolio of important existing customers. You’ll be the face of our organisation in the region, identifying opportunities, deepening partnerships, and positioning Smurfit Westrock as the preferred development partner for our clients. We’re ideally looking for someone with experience in the corrugated packaging sector , but we are equally keen to hear from candidates with a strong track record in winning new business and managing key accounts within a fast‑paced commercial environment. About Us We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity. The Role You’ll focus on creating and converting high‑quality opportunities using a value‑based, consultative sales approach. Your goal? To deliver new business aligned to the West Auckland Sales Strategy, successfully integrate those customers into the wider business, and grow key accounts through insight, collaboration, and exceptional service. Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Sales Director to agree and deliver the regional sales strategy., • Proactively identify, target, and win new business opportunities in line with growth objectives., • Achieve agreed sales and profitability targets for new business development., • Build strong, long‑term relationships with both new and existing key accounts., • Develop a deep understanding of each customer’s business model to identify opportunities where Smurfit Westrock can deliver measurable value., • Manage newly acquired accounts, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience and consistently high customer satisfaction., • Contribute to marketing and promotional initiatives across the West Auckland site., • Provide meaningful market insight on competitors, trends, and customer activity., • Collaborate closely with the Sales Support and NPD teams to develop tailored solutions., • Utilise CRM as an integral part of the sales process and follow our Value Selling methodology., • Ensure compliance with company procedures and all Health & Safety requirements., • Continuously seek opportunities to improve performance, processes, and ways of working. Skills, Knowledge & Experience, • Strong commercial and technical awareness, with the ability to articulate and deliver a multi‑layered sales offering., • Solid financial understanding and the ability to interpret key business drivers., • Proven commercial acumen and a customer‑centric mindset., • Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme, • Ongoing training and development opportunitity, • 24/7 confidential support for you and your family, • Flexible working options and family-friendly policies Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.

Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England. Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required. Job description: Asset Technical Specialist Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £42,398 to £52,998. Company car or cash allowance. Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year). Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution). Development opportunities in line with the Asset Technical Specialist progression plan. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary. A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme. Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! Location : Regionally based across Yorkshire. Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday. We have an exciting opportunity for three Asset Technical Specialists to join the Asset Management Wastewater team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you? What we do! Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Our newly established team in Asset Management Wastewater are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. Our Asset Technical Specialist will play a critical role in safeguarding and enhancing the performance of Yorkshire Waters sewerage pumping stations and rising mains across the region. With full accountability for asset performance, you will ensure compliance with permits and design standards while proactively identifying opportunities to reduce the frequency and impact of rising main failures. You will lead the investigation of all sites that exceed defined performance thresholds, using insight driven analysis to identify root causes and develop effective operational and capital solutions that significantly reduce environmental risk. Working in close partnership with Operations and Maintenance teams, you will ensure assets operate within design parameters and support the delivery of strong performance against our ODI commitments. This is a highly influential role, central to delivering Yorkshire Waters vision of a thriving Yorkshireright for customers, right for the environmentby driving resilience, protecting the environment, and enabling long term, sustainable performance of our wastewater infrastructure. Where you fit in! As our Asset Technical Specialist you will; Lead and drive excellent standards and behaviours in health and safety, risk management and the control of work activities. To develop sustainable solutions to operational shortfalls across the pumping asset base. Work closely with operational and other technical teams to ensure the correct TOTEX solutions are identified. Creating action plans for failing assets to reduce harm on the environment. Utilise performance data to track performance and demonstrate benefits to Interventions. Works with operational teams to ensure that unfunded risks are appropriately mitigated. Maintain the view of progress for each risk through the investment cycle, communicating this to stakeholders and ensuring that operational risks are mitigated. Work closely with Asset planning teams to ensure all available data is used to optimise the performance of the asset. Identify opportunities for process improvements or use of innovative techniques to reduce shortfalls. Gain a greater understanding of the impact of proactive intervention on Pumping Stations and Rising Mains and work to influence future interventions. Lead on collating technical information for root cause reviews. Creates a clear team identity that motivates and gains commitment and trust whilst involving others from outside immediate area in projects, comfortable working across boundaries. Proactively manages personal and team energy to build trust and improve performance. What skills & qualifications you will need: Understands Health and Safety legislation, policies, and requirements in relation to the sewerage pumping systems. Expert knowledge of sewerage system assets, common failure modes and solutions. Knowledge of company Quality systems. Recognised qualification or proven technical experience in relation to Wastewater Operations. Demonstrable experience of influencing the performance of operational teams. Proven ability to prepare successful business cases for investment. Evidence of providing exceptional customer service. Understanding and experience of financial and cost centre management. Ability to acquire, understand, interpret, and disseminate information, both technical and financial. Proven planning ability • identifying priorities and actions to assist in delivering results. Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex issues to others. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, IT literate. Ability to build and maintain a network of working relationships with internally and external stakeholders. Clearly demonstrates the Yorkshire Water company values and behaviours. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft applications, YW telemetry and SAP systems. A full valid EU driving licence and use of a car. You will also benefit from having: Outline understanding or the E&M aspects of a pumping system. Outline understanding of the hydraulics of a pumping system. H&S trained • minimum IOSH qualified. Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isnt always easy! Do we sound like your cup of tea? If youve got experience as an Asset Technical Specialist and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. xrnqpay No agencies please.

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