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Project Manager – Water Sector

Bristol

£45,000-£55,000

My client is looking for a talented and motivated Water Project Manager who has previous design experience to join their team delivering outline design and detailed specifications primarily for water and wastewater schemes based out in Bristol.

What does the role involve?

You will also work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers and other disciplines colleagues from across the wider Water Business Unit in the UK to deliver projects by:

* Managing technical and commercial delivery of projects and bids and ensuring they are completed within agreed timescales and budgets.

* Ensuring design output is completed in accordance with the agreed scope of works, timescales and budgets.

* Managing change.

* Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements and added value to the Client.

* Participating in the preparation/presentation of proposals/bids as required including estimating timescales and costs for proposed works.

* Working closely with lead design engineer to deliver outline and detailed designs and specifications.

* Providing day to day leadership to a team of engineers and technicians.

* Contributing to larger projects as part of wider project teams and working with the project design team to deliver an integrated design which meets the objectives of the project.

* Managing and mentoring less experienced colleagues on projects.

To be successful in this role you’ll possess:

* A degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

* A recognised project management qualification.

* Knowledge and experience of MEICA design or Civil design for the water industry.

* The ability to work with engineers from all disciplines and other industry professionals to optimise and develop bespoke and innovative designs.

* Experience in the delivery of water designs and specifications on water related projects for Water Companies, Contractors and industry.

* An appreciation of the implications of works on the environment and knowledge of sustainable solutions, water and wastewater processes and health and safety legislation.

* Excellent relationship building skills and enjoy working closely with clients, architects and other members of the professional team and playing a pivotal role in establishing the brief and developing solutions that meet and exceed our client’s expectations.

* The confidence to undertake business development activity, client management and be commercially astute securing new and repeat business.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt your style to suit your audience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Excellent opportunity to join a well-established Regional Contractor in the Southampton area. They are looking to recruit a Permanent Document Controller to work in a hybrid role – mainly Head Office with some site project based work (these fall within a 30mile radios of H/Q). They deliver a wide range of projects including Education, Health care, Industrial and Care Homes.

Key responsibilities:

  • Creating document templates
  • Uploading documents
  • Converting information from project teams into user-friendly documents
  • Numbering and labelling documents for identification and reference
  • Scanning, copying and distributing documents to project team members and stakeholders
  • Tracking documents to maintain confidentiality
  • Reviewing documents and making revisions for accuracy
  • Liaising with project team members to ensure documents meet requirements
  • Training document specialists and other employees on document systems

Essential requirements:

  • Successful experience of working in a general administration support role or field of expertise.
  • Demonstrable knowledge and experience of operating IT systems including; Aconex (Document Control software), Field View (Health & Safety software), Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
  • Understanding of document control systems such as; AConex, ASITE, BIW or 4projects
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail to ensure documents are accurate and made to specifications
  • Filing and organisation skills for document storage
  • Industry-specific technical knowledge, including understanding of industry terms, policies and processes

If you are interested in the role – please send a copy of your Cv and I will contact you directly

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Project Quantity Surveyor role:

  • You will manage a range of commercial aspects including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations and management of subcontract works packages through to final account.
  • You’ll be keen to minimise risk, cost and maximise value by cost checking and analysis of labour, plant and materials.

Your profile:

  • You will have a degree in BSc Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent experience/memberships
  • You should have construction industry experience with a main contractor in a similar senior role

The Project:

  • You will base yourself within their Midlands regional team in Birmingham working along side the project Commercial Manager delivering all site based commercial responsibilities on site
  • The project itself is a £100M new build student accommodation facility for a higher education scheme in Birmingham

In Return:

  • for you skills, experience, expertise and hard work you will be joining an industry leading, forward thinking construction contracting organisation. A business which proudly promotes a reward culture and has an enviable forward order book or projects and long term clients to ensure a long term and successful career for anyone who joins.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The role of the Assistant Project Planner is to assist with the preparation and maintenance of integrated and co-ordinated project programmes, enabling resource and material requirements to be forward planned to meet project deliverables, using P6 Project Planning software.

Reporting to the Lead Planner, the Assistant Project Planner will be expected to work autonomously and independently, setting high personal standards and delivering reports in a timely and accurate manner to the project team and client alike.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in developing comprehensive, logic linked, project programmes for UK SS&I projects incorporating resource planning, materials planning, cost-loading and earned value forecasting and reporting.
  • Assist with monitoring the programmes prepared to accurately reflect progress and maintain accurate earned value and resource data for internal and external purposes.
  • Assist in identifying critical paths and ensure action plans are developed and implemented to maximise project quality, cost and delivery objectives.
  • Assist in providing regular reports and feedback to management on project progress and critical issues.
  • Assist in providing sufficiently accurate data to enable the Work Package Managers and Project Managers to ensure that co-ordinated project activity complies with and delivers company financial and business targets on cash and project margins.
  • Assist in ensuring that programmes are updated and reviewed in line with the planning procedure / work instruction.
  • Assist in ensure all reports are produced to a high quality and to deadlines
  • Travel when required to other sites across the country.
  • Occasional weekend/bank holiday cover for any major commissionings.
  • Comply with and undertake all relevant Environment, Health and Safety measures and activities.

POSTHOLDER REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

  • Problem solving and resolution skills and techniques.
  • Action orientated – ‘can do’ approach.
  • Awareness of Planning Software (Primavera/Asta/Microsoft Project etc.) and Planning concepts (Critical Path, Float etc.).
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to communicate well and build relationships
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Educated to at least A Level Standard.

Desirable:

  • Educated to degree level.
  • Experience in a project planning / scheduling role, including resource and cost-loading / forecasting.
  • Experience and knowledge of Primavera P6 Planning Software.
  • Knowledge and experience of the Rail Industry, particularly Rail Signalling.
  • Ability to persuade and influence others.
  • Expert knowledge of MS Excel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Senior / Principal Mechanical Engineer

£45,000-£60,000 + Car Allowance

My client is looking for self-motivated and diligent Mechanical Design Engineers to join their multi-discipline project engineering team. They have vacancies for Senior or Principal level Mechanical Engineers with flexibility in their location as they have offices across London, Newcastle, Leeds and Knutsford. This role will be hybrid and have the option of working, 2 days in the office and 3 days from home.

Job Overview:

You will deliver the mechanical design content of challenging industrial projects for their clients within the water and wastewater industries, and for process, chemical and general industrial companies and contracting organisations throughout the UK and beyond.

Working as a member of various multi-discipline project design teams you will be responsible for the project mechanical design input at all stages of projects. This will include carrying out asset surveys, calculations and design for feasibility studies, conceptual & detailed design. You will write the mechanical sections of reports, prepare procurement documentation, carry out tender assessment, review of contractor submissions, witness testing of plant & provide technical support to construction management staff. You will lead the mechanical engineering aspects on projects, managing the technical input of others and their delivery to time, cost and quality criteria, and carrying out technical reviews. You will communicate effectively and co-ordinate your discipline work with the rest of the design team.

Role Requirements:

  • You will be qualified to degree level in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with Chartered Engineer status or working towards.
  • A good technical understanding of mechanical principles, including fluid mechanics, and use of a mathematical approach to mechanical problem solving by calculation where appropriate
  • Recent experience in the design and specification of mechanical assets in the water / wastewater sector.
  • Experience in the production of specifications and technical reports
  • Familiarity with Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations and designing for safety
  • Experience in working collaboratively to encourage, scope and deliver projects using DfMA/ MMC methodologies and techniques
  • Awareness of methods of contract procurement, including the ECC (NEC) forms of contract.
  • Good powers of observation; specifically of physical arrangements and construction practises
  • Experience of task management of technical input
  • The ability to work flexibly and to integrate your work with other discipline areas, whilst working on several projects simultaneously
  • A good client facing manner, diligent, confident and highly motivated; whether working as part of the client’s team, together with Wood colleagues, or on your own.
  • The ability to travel and visit operational and construction sites as required, to act in a safe manner, and to asset survey, inspect, and witness test mechanical equipment and installations
  • Possession of a valid UK driving licence

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

PMO Planning Manager

Mansfield

£34,500 – £37,998

My client is looking to bring in a PMO Planning Assurance Manager to join their team in Mansfield with flexible working.

About the role:

Working within the PMO and reporting to the Principal PMO Manager, the PMO Planning Manager will have a broad range of touch points with members across the PMO and Environment Department particularly.

At the highest level, the PMO Planning Manager will be interfacing with Environment Leads to support Programme and Project Delivery through Planning, Assurance and Programme level reporting.

The role will be critical in maintaining and establishing robust governance and assurance processes for all projects and programmes delivered by the Environment department.

Taking ownership for creating and managing project related reports across the directorate as well as developing and executing plans to build the required skills and capabilities within the department.

Championing continuous improvement, supporting this through co-ordination of process improvement activities with an aim to deliver the PMO Roadmap.

About you:

  • We’re looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and organised individual with a high level of commitment and drive
  • You will be a good communicator – verbal, written and reporting
  • You should have the ability to influence and stay resilient
  • You are highly organised and have the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel with both the tact and ability to converse and when required challenge senior stakeholders.
  • You have some experience of working and delivering in a Programme and/or Portfolio role

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

I am currently looking for a Principles Designer to support my client on multiple works around the North East region. We are looking for a fully licenced principle designer who can hit the ground running and is familiar with RRI interlocking design. This is a 6 month initial contract with the scope of long term work.

To be considered for this role you must have the below:

– IRSE Principles licence

– Knowledge on RRI Signalling Schemes

– Experience working on multiple projects at one time

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

My client is currently looking for a Signalling Scheme Project Manager to come and support the Project Manager in delivering signalling projects. We require an individual who understand Network Rail processes and procedures. We are looking for an individual to hit the ground running.

We are looking for an individual who has signalling knowledge as the projects will be signalling based. This is an excellent opportunity to join our client and be part of a highly knowledgeable team to complete the work at hand.

Essential:

  • Management experience
  • Understanding of signalling
  • Client sided experience (ideally)

This is a long term contract contract which will be inside IR35.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client specialises in providing sustainable development infrastructure solutions from planning, through to full implementation. A key element to the role will be the understanding and managing of the design process from inception to construction of new flood alleviation, surface water management /flood alleviation projects, drainage strategies and producing and checking Flood Risk Assessments.

Our clients’ Water Team specialises in providing advice to both public and private sectors clients on planning and design issues relating to Flood Risk, as well as the detailed design of Flood Protection, SuDS and Sewerage on Residential, Retail, Industrial, Commercial Developments and Public schemes throughout the UK.

Responsibilities

You will have a minimum of 5 to 8 years’ experience and your principal role will be the day to day project management of a small team of Flood Modeller-TUFLOW and InfoWorks ICM modellers and conceptual design of flood protection measures and drainage strategies, leading to planning applications or construction drawings. You can expect to be active on a number of projects / client accounts at any given time. You will be expected to mentor and develop a team of modellers and engineers together with client facing. You will assist and separately produce fee proposals and verify work. Experience in the design of foul and surface water systems using the WinDES or FLOW software package would be an advantage.

Qualifications

You will hold a degree in Civil Engineering or appropriate science or equivalent commercial experience and responsibility. You will either have or be approaching CEng (MICE, or CIWEM) status or equivalent commercial experience and responsibility and have substantial post graduate experience in:

  • Flood mitigation design from concept through to detailed design including the options assessment for private and public sector clients
  • Managing river modelling and hydrological analysis to support the design
  • Drainage design and Flood Risk Assessments

Preferred Competencies

  • Designer of flood mitigation works
  • Surface water management
  • Drainage strategies for new developments
  • Project Management
  • Mentor and lead a team of Junior modellers
  • You will need to have good written and spoken communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.

A thorough knowledge of Flood Modeller/ISIS-TUFLOW river modelling software together with InfoWorks ICM and MAP-Info and or QGIS is essential. The design of sewers using WINDES (or similar software packages) together with experience in applying Sewers for Adoption/Design and Construction Guidance and other drainage guidance would be advantageous but not essential.

Management:

Project Management and Client Management experience together with excellent commercial awareness is essential together Excellent Commercial awareness. In addition, excellent written and communication skills a key element of the position.

Knowledge:

Ideally you will be well versed in the preparation of drawings for Flood Risk Assessments and aware of Current Policy (NPPF, FWMA 2010, WIA 1991 etc,), Drainage Strategies, and S104 Agreements.

Previous Experience:

Probably from a consultancy background or government agency with a heavy bias on either public and or private sector work.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

LONG TERM FREELANCE OPPORTUNITY!

A Construction Gateman is required on a freelance basis to join this increasingly busy main contracting organisation on a complex new build scheme in North West London.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Signing Contractors, Staff and Visitors on and off site
  • Ensure safe inbound and outbound movement of vehicles.Accepting deliveries and guiding where to go.
  • Directing traffic
  • Locking and unlocking various plots for contractors.
  • Carrying out instructions set by Site Manager

Requirements needed:

  • Valid CSCS
  • Relevant Tickets
  • Full PPE
  • Previous experience in Gateman positions
  • Construction experience
  • Strong work ethic

This is a long term freelance position with an immediate start, please get in contact with Tom Gibson at Advance TRS or apply here to find out more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

An independent, award-winning self storage space provider based in London have identified the need to recruit a Development Quantity Surveyor.

Established as a start up in 2006 with the first store opening in East London in 2008 they have successfully grown the business to include a portfolio of 5 stores in March of 2021, now in 2022 they are set for further growth. That’s where you come in!!

Working closely with the Construction Director and Design Director you will apply commercial responsibilities including; cost plan budgeting and cost valuation reporting to all existing and future development works planned to facilitate the company growth targets.

The successful candidate will have a career history leading the commercial responsibilities for the development and pre construction phases of commercial warehouse, industrial and/or distribution build projects. In addition it would be ideal if prospective candidates have had some project exposure to retail interiors / fit out / refurbishment.

You will be adept in the use of commercial Excel packages and be comfortable in reporting commercial information to board. The business are an intrinsic UK element to a major international capital investment group, a company which have business interests throughout Europe and the United States. This role has the future potential for your involvement in projects in these operating regions.

For more information regards this fantastic opportunity please don’t hesitate to contact us with your details…

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Quantity Surveyor
Rail – Civil Engineering
Manchester
£300 – £350 a day

Currently recruiting for a proven quantity surveyor with proven experience of working on U.K infrastructure / Civil engineering projects.

The role would see you join a large project, working for the main contractor taking over the day to day contract administration of the non personnel prelim’s packages.

The ideal candidate would have upwards of 3 years UK industry infrastructure experience, working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor, for either a Client, Main Contractor or Sub Contractor.

This is initially a 3 month contract, but as the project has nearly 2 years left on the programme, you have every opportunity to prove yourself and earning an extension.

This a great opportunity for someone to join a fantastic team, working on a prestigious infrastructure project.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

I am currently looking for a document controller to support my client on a major rail project in the midlands. We are looking for an individual who has had past experience working as a document controller in the rail industry.

As a document controller you will be providing administrative support within the business where necessary, manage relevant documentation within the business on the project at hand.

This is an initial 6 month contract inside IR35 based in Milton Keynes.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Havant Thicket Reservoir NEC Supervisor

BASED IN HAVANT

My client has embarked on a £123m project to build a reservoir at Havant Thicket. This environmentally led project will safeguard future water supplies and provide a place of natural beauty for the community to enjoy. The reservoir will provide wetland habitats, paths for walking, cycling, running and horse-riding, and a visitors’ centre providing a café and educational resources for schools. The project will be mainly delivered through a main reservoir contract and two pipeline contracts, with some additional related contracts.

My client is looking for two NEC supervisors, one to focus on the reservoir contract, the other on the pipeline contracts, with some flexibility in providing support across the programme as a whole. The successful candidate will need to uphold theirr values of excellence, integrity and respect.

Main responsibilities are:

  • Ensure that the project is delivered in accordance with the technical specification
  • Develop a full understanding of the project scope, accessing the project common data environment to obtain construction details and other information necessary to perform the role
  • Provide guidance in the development of testing and inspect plans needed to comply with the Works Information, quality standards and applicable construction legislation
  • Monitor site activity through regular site visits and inspections to confirm work is carried out in accordance with the works information
  • Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, conditions and resources
  • Obtain, review and monitor compliance with quality procedures including inspection and test plans, as built records and test results
  • Manage the defects process, seeking to proactively identify problems and prevent them from progressing into defects
  • Witness of testing and commissioning activity
  • Coordinate third party design and construction assurance input into site inspections, sample and benchmark reviews and defect resolution
  • Complete a detailed weekly and monthly site reports, documenting the sequence of works with supporting site photographs and records
  • Supporting the Project Manager

To meet the high demands of this role, we are looking for a person who has the following:

Skills

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build excellent relationships with the client and contractor teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrable technical review / assurance ability
  • Working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 construction contract
  • Working knowledge of health and safety requirements and CDM
  • Excel/Powerpoint/Word/Teams
  • Familiarity with reviewing design information in a Common Data Environment

Qualifications and Experience

  • HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related field of study
  • Experience of site supervision of infrastructure projects within the UK. Water industry street works or major earthworks experience would be an advantage
  • Experience in carrying out the duties of the NEC Supervisor
  • Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme, or Site Management Safety Training Scheme training
  • Full driving licence (all applicants will be required to undertake our driver assessment)

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Title: Senior CAD Technician

Sector: Water

Grade: Senior

Location: Slough, Berkshire, UK.

Salary: £35k-£50k (experience dependant)

Working station: Perm/ hybrid working

Desirable skills:

-Ideally looking for Senior grade

Qualifications:

-Relevant degree (BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng etc.) or equivalent.

-Working knowledge and experience of UK industry / sector.

-Computer literate to intermediate level with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant technical software.

-Strong experience of 2D AutoCAD is essential – ideally some knowledge of 3D (Civil 3D)

Overview:

You would get involved in all stages of the design process from optioneering through feasibility, outline and then detailed design. Looking for candidates with UK water industry experience on clean water or waste water projects. Doing a lot of below ground infrastructure (clean water and waste water networks) but also do some above ground schemes (treatment works, pumping stations etc).

Our client is working with Thames Water, Affinity Water, Southern Water, Network Rail, Transport for London on multiple projects including main clean water mains replacements and reactive water projects. These would include doing some waste water and above ground schemes working with another utility services business, designing a 6km trunk main. Other projects involvement includes water mains rehab / trunk main schemes and pumping stations, rising mains, and sewer networks. Our client is looking for experienced applicants imminently, ideally at a senior level although applicants with less experience will still be considered. These roles offer the opportunity to help grow the business with lots of variety across design whilst also offering the occasional site visits in the London area. Please see available positions as follow.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Title: Civil Engineers

Sector: Water

Grade: Engineer to Principal

Location: Slough, Berkshire, UK.

Salary: £30k-£50k (experience dependant)

Working station: Perm/ hybrid working

Desirable skills:

-Ideally looking for Senior grade

-Close to or currently Chartered likely via ICE (Institute of Civil Engineers)

-Will consider Assistant Engineers with 2-3 years experience minimum (unfortunately grads would not be considered for these roles)

Qualifications:

-Relevant degree (BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng etc.) or equivalent.

-Working knowledge and experience of UK industry / sector.

-Computer literate to intermediate level with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant technical software.

Overview:

You would get involved in all stages of the design process from optioneering through feasibility, outline and then detailed design. Looking for candidates with UK water industry experience on clean water or waste water projects. Doing a lot of below ground infrastructure (clean water and waste water networks) but also do some above ground schemes (treatment works, pumping stations etc).

Our client is working with Thames Water, Affinity Water, Southern Water, Network Rail, Transport for London on multiple projects including main clean water mains replacements and reactive water projects. These would include doing some waste water and above ground schemes working with another utility services business, designing a 6km trunk main. Other projects involvement includes water mains rehab / trunk main schemes and pumping stations, rising mains, and sewer networks. Our client is looking for experienced applicants imminently, ideally at a senior level although applicants with less experience will still be considered. These roles offer the opportunity to help grow the business with lots of variety across design whilst also offering the occasional site visits in the London area. Please see available positions as follow.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

My Client a leading consultant to the UK water sector has an immediate requirement for a contract Cad Technician to work on Water utility design projects.

This is a contract post inside IR35 for an initial contract period of 6 months. the role is based out of the south west but working nationally on a full time from home basis, on Water utility company contracts to include civil design drawings on Water and Waste water treatment plants and associated infrastructure.

Applicants should ideally have a varied background in 2dAutoCAD design work with BIM or Civil 3D being an advantage.

Contract Rate is dependant on Skills and experience inside IR35 on either an Umbrella or PAYE basis.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Project Manager – Water Sector

Bristol

£45,000-£55,000

My Client a leading consultancy to the UK water sector is looking for a talented and motivated Design project Manager to join their established design team in the UK water Sector.

What does the role involve?

You will also work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers and other disciplines colleagues from across the wider Water Business Unit in the UK to deliver projects by:

* Managing technical and commercial delivery of projects and bids and ensuring they are completed within agreed timescales and budgets.

* Ensuring design output is completed in accordance with the agreed scope of works, timescales and budgets.

* Managing change.

* Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements and added value to the Client.

* Participating in the preparation/presentation of proposals/bids as required including estimating timescales and costs for proposed works.

* Working closely with lead design engineer to deliver outline and detailed designs and specifications.

* Providing day to day leadership to a team of engineers and technicians.

* Contributing to larger projects as part of wider project teams and working with the project design team to deliver an integrated design which meets the objectives of the project.

* Managing and mentoring less experienced colleagues on projects.

To be successful in this role you’ll possess:

* A degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

* A recognised project management qualification.

* Knowledge and experience of MEICA design or Civil design for the water industry.

* The ability to work with engineers from all disciplines and other industry professionals to optimise and develop bespoke and innovative designs.

* Experience in the delivery of water designs and specifications on water related projects for Water Companies, Contractors and industry.

* An appreciation of the implications of works on the environment and knowledge of sustainable solutions, water and wastewater processes and health and safety legislation.

* Excellent relationship building skills and enjoy working closely with clients, architects and other members of the professional team and playing a pivotal role in establishing the brief and developing solutions that meet and exceed our client’s expectations.

* The confidence to undertake business development activity, client management and be commercially astute securing new and repeat business.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt your style to suit your audience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Assistant Project Manager

Cardiff

My client is currently looking to bring in an Assistant Project Manager predominately based in the South Wales region to work on projects with the Welsh Government.

About the role:

You’ll be

* Carrying out a key role in the inspection and management of disused colliery tip sites

* Compiling reports and specifying remedial and maintenance works

* Supervising contractors and consultants and liaising with statutory bodies and stakeholders to ensure the safety of disused colliery tips in Wales

* Supporting Regional Project Managers in delivering projects throughout the South Wales region whilst maintaining the flexibility to work across the UK coalfield

* Developing your knowledge and skills through work-based training and development to become an expert in your field

About you:

You’ll have:

* A minimum HND / HNC in Civil Engineering, a full degree qualification in civil engineering, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering or mining engineering is highly desirable.

* Good knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental issues.

* Contractor and stakeholder management skills.

* A commitment to continued professional development and learning.

Experience in some of the following will be advantageous:

* Good knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles.

* Good knowledge of ground investigation works.

* Working knowledge of slope stability issues and calculations.

* A working knowledge of the management of disused tips and contaminated land.

* A working knowledge of AutoCad or similar software.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Project Manager – NEC3/NEC4

Mansfield

2 Year Fixed Term – £38,835 – £43,150

My client is part of a governmental body looking to bring in a Project Manager to support them on their existing and upcoming projects.

Working with the corporate projects team, the successful candidate will act as project manager initially progressing on delivery of two key projects within the Environment department for the procurement and implementation of New Engineering Contract (NEC) 4 contractual agreements.

You’ll need great communication and interpersonal skills to influence those key stakeholders to deliver these projects at pace in order to meet the agreed timescales. Success of these projects are critical to ensure the ongoing operation, maintenance and design and build/refurbishment of the existing/ongoing Mine Water Treatment Schemes.

You will work closely with the PMO to provide required highlight reporting and capacity forecasts on a monthly basis and ensure that appropriate governance is applied around your project. You will be required to present project updates to both Project and Programme boards as well as preparing board papers and gaining approvals externally.

Feeling comfortable working at all levels is vital for this role. This role is 2 year fixed term

About you:

You will be a project professional with excellent communication skills and a motivator of teams to deliver a good quality outcome and be able to work with a wide variety of teams and individuals using your stakeholder management skills.

My client is looking for someone who has:

  • Experience in the Project Management of NEC3 or NEC4 procurement for large government contracts
  • Experience of communicating effectively with project and non-project professionals at every level
  • Experience of using different NEC3 or NEC4 forms of contract
  • Experience of producing project schedules and working within the required methodology for that project to maximise the project outcome
  • Strong negotiation and supervisory skills
  • A methodical & organised approach to work

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and driven Senior Landscape Architect to join a top team of Architects, Engineers, and Consultants. Due to a period of strong performance and steady growth, our client, a top global consultancy, is looking bring a Senior Landscape Architect into the team. The successful candidate would be working on a wide variety of inspiring and challenging projects across the UK and internationally.

Offering a flexible working arrangement, you would have to opportunity to divide your time between working remotely and from one of our client’s office locations across the UK, including Birmingham, Oxfordshire, Manchester, Wiltshire, Hampshire, Edinburgh, or London. The successful Senior Landscape Architect would be working on a mix of projects across the highways, energy, urban regeneration, and environmental sectors, utilising their design and consultancy skills.

The successful candidate would have the following roles and responsibilities:

  • Taking an active lead in the management of projects
  • Assisting in the production of drawings and reports
  • Liaising with client contacts and key project stakeholders
  • Producing creative design proposals
  • Preparing and delivering high quality EIA and LVIA reports

To be considered for the position our client would be interested to hear from candidates with the below skills and experience:

  • A degree in Landscape Architecture, or equivalent
  • You would be a Chartered Landscape Architect, or on the Pathway to Chartership with several years’ experience
  • Experience working across a variety of project sectors
  • Full clean driving licence
  • Competent and concise report writing skills
  • An eye for fantastic design
  • Proven experience taking a lead on complex projects
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

As the selected Senior Landscape Architect, you would be working in a friendly and supportive environment alongside a team of dynamic and passionate individuals. In addition to a clearly defined career path, our client offers a highly competitive salary, dependant on experience, and fantastic array of benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

A Site Manager is required to join a highly regarded main contracting organisation to lead and deliver the CAT A fit out of an industrial office space in Hampshire.

Furthermore, this is an opportunity to manage a full internal fit out scheme from inception to completion on behalf of an increasingly busy main contractor. We are working closely with this main contracting organisation to assist in the recruitment of a Site Manager who can assist the site based Project Manager until project completion.

As Site Manager you must be able to demonstrate recent, relevant project experience in delivering similar office fit out schemes. Experience and knowledge within industrial projects would be highly preferable due to this being an office HQ. This scheme has a build value of £11.5M.

Aside from the fit out/ internals experience you will also be competent in managing specialist contractors, ensuring and insisting on the highest regard to health & safety and demanding a high standard of work in line with the project time lines and programme.

Skill sets will include;

  • Liaise effectively with Project Manager
  • Oversee Sub-Contractors and plan all works on site.
  • Orchestrate progress and update meetings
  • A passion for Health & Safety
  • Maintain high standard of work
  • CSCS & SMSTS & FIRST AID Accreditation

In return for your skills, experience and abilities you will be joining an expert professional team who work alongside their clients to meet budget, offering innovative solutions. This contractor’s business model is based upon quality rather than volume, aiming to work for select clients, providing repeat business, ensuring standards remain high and quality of staff is not diluted.

To discuss in more detail please call Tom Gibson immediately on 07983 460 566 at Advance TRS or apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Advance TRS Construction are again assisting this major main contracting group to recruit a Project Surveyor to join their site based commercial team on a £40M valued new build higher education project in Oxford.

This major main contracting group are chasing £1bn turnover and have been widely publicised as a highly successful contracting group which have not only seen turnover, but also net profitability increases year on year. No mean feet in this current economic crisis.

You will ideally be in a position where you are keen to make your next career step into project based surveying on a scheme of this value. Perhaps you have led smaller schemes for a main contract employer and will see this as a stepping stone to leading bigger, more complex projects and enhance your career skills, experience and capabilities?

You will join a site team which includes an SQS ultimately reporting to a visiting Managing Surveyor, so you will be well supported and as such allowed to flourish in this sought after employer. The scheme itself is a £40M valued new build D&B higher education contract in Oxford.

Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate a recent track history of employment as assistant and or project Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor. You will have led commercial responsibilities on projects in the £10-15M value bracket and now see this as your logical next career move?

You will live in a commutable distance to Oxford, ideally Degree or HND qualified and have at least 5 year site based commercial experience. For these skills and experiences you will in turn move your career forwards with this highly desirable, successful and secure major contracting group.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job title: CEM – Rail Civils

Type: Contract

Location: Belfast

Salary: Dependant on experience

Role

You will be expected work within the rail aspects of design and associated works with the other disciplines and to deliver design work safely to the level of quality expected. This role will be to manage works with a focus on civils at delivery stage of a major project in northern ireland.

Suitable role for a contractors engineering manager with rail civils

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Undertaking the role of an engineer on design works for a contractor
  • Act as CEM managing a team of CREs
  • Carrying out engineering responsibilities in project from start to finish
  • Controlling all onsite technical activities and quality control.

Essential requirements:

  • Education to HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent suitable experience.
  • Comprehensive understanding of permanent way and related engineering principles, including interfaces between disciplines.
  • Held CEM status previously
  • Good knowledge and understanding of track standards, processes and procedures.

For full details and to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply or contact Josh Hill at Advance TRS

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major Tier 1 main contracting group as Building Services Manager, based within their northern home counties region.

As Building Services Manager you will manage the preconstruction phase through the tender and design development period and ensure the production of high-quality information and accurate costs.

Reporting to the Pre-Construction Manager, you will work alongside the Pre-con team and carry out technical reviews of tender documents, liaise with the estimating team and adjust designs accordingly, supply chain coordination and oversee all service handovers between the preconstruction and delivery team to ensure a technically and contractually compliant services tender.

This is an exciting role which will see you working across several projects simultaneously and also be the go-to MEP expert for your projects.

The Role:

  • Manage the complete qualitative, technical and commercial appraisal of services tenders across the team, in conjunction with other team members.
  • Identify equal and approved services solutions for inclusion in tenders.
  • Ensure technical appraisals of the design of the services to ensure compliance on all projects.
  • Design gap analysis (Building Services)
  • Supply Chain Coordination
  • Attend meetings such as tender launch meetings, mid tender reviews/interviews and tender adjudications
  • Oversee all service handovers between the preconstruction and delivery team to ensure a technically and contractually compliant services tender.
  • Constantly reinforce and deliver our customer-first ethic.

You:

Essential Criteria:

  • Appropriate CSCS card
  • Valid driving licence
  • Appropriate managerial experience in the services sector
  • Understanding of all relevant M&E and services legislation
  • Commercial acumen
  • Proficient use of and Microsoft suite of Office programmes; inc. Excel, Word, Outlook
  • A variety of M&E projects in a wide range of sectors
  • Reside within in a commutable distance to Hertfordshire

Desirable Criteria:

  • Minimum relevant level 4 qualification (HNC / NVQ4 etc)
  • Design/ Estimating experience
  • Working towards MCIOB / CIBSE
  • Predominantly mechanically bias background

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Title: Project Manager- Rail Civils

Type: Contract

Location: Belfast

Rate : dependant on experience

Job Reference: JHCCM

I am looking for a project manager with a good rail background, to deliver engineering technical excellence on works in northern ireland

Role

You will have previous experience working in a similar role within programmes from a civils aspect. This role would suit a project manager.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Ensure the civil engineering element of the works goes according with works plans.
  • Organise resources of people and materials to ensure delivery of works.
  • Work in a team for round the clock coverage of job sites.
  • Assist with engineering design and plans as required
  • Attend engineering reviews as required for allocated contracts.

Essential requirements:

  • Rail engineering background
  • Rail experience ideally civils
  • Will need to have current or past project management experience

Desirable:

  • Ideally having worked on delivery focused projects

To discuss in more detail please call Josh Hill at Advance or apply

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Title: Bid Manager – Rail

Type: Permanent

Location: Remote work possible

Salary : Dependant on experience

Job Reference: JHBidM

I am looking for a Bid Manager with a good rail background, to work within a medium sized rail contractor for infrastructure works on NR and LUL

Role

You will have previous experience working in a similar role within the rail environment. This role would suit an existing sales /bid led technical expert.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Develop relationships between clients and other organisations within the rail and power industry.
  • Network effectively across the business in multiple areas of industry.
  • Work toward bid, tender and invite dates.
  • Manage the bid process from start to finish
  • Work with the engineering and senior team to attempt to win works across the uk

Essential requirements:

  • Have worked in a sales led business development . bid management role previously .
  • Have five years relevant experience.
  • Will need to have current or past engineering understanding

Desirable:

  • Although not essential it would also be advantageous if you have a degree in a relevant discipline such as Civil Engineering.

To discuss in more detail please call Josh Hill at Advance or apply

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Due to continued business growth, Advance TRS is looking for successful applicants to join our infrastructure recruitment teams in Guildford. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing SME recruiting for an established client base within the built environment sector.

Advance TRS is looking for experienced Recruitment Consultants, preferably with experience recruiting within the built environment.

In addition to working in a successful environment with like-minded young professionals the company also offers a highly competitive salary and commission structure as well as regular incentives including:

  • Basic salary + uncapped commission
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual rewards for meeting targets
  • Lunch clubs
  • Annual all expenses paid overseas trip
  • Company phone
  • 5pm finish on a Friday with first round down the local pub paid for
  • Internal training programme with clearly defined career progression tracks.

Person Requirements:

At Advance TRS we pride ourselves on being the best we can be and delivering a premium quality service to our candidates and clients alike. In order to deliver this, we look for people with the right qualities and habits so we can equip them with the tools to be the best recruiters.

  • DRIVEN
  • HARD WORKING
  • FOCUSED
  • AMBITIOUS
  • OPTIMISTIC
  • SELF-MOTIVATED
  • PERSISTENT
  • CARING
  • FUN
  • COMMITTED

Life at Advance TRS:

Advance TRS have established market specialisms in four key sectors within the Built Environment Sector, with a focus on technical and engineering requirements through all project phases.

Since establishing our staff have raised over £45,000 for charities including Railway Children and Action for Children. Taking on personal challenges and fundraising activities to advance others has been a core founding principle and all staff are encouraged to support charitable causes wherever possible.

We understand talented staff are the key to our success, so have an internal training programme to develop people at all stages in their career, including;

  • online learning modules
  • classroom training
  • matrix training
  • workshops
  • round tables
  • mentoring

Please contact Jessica Wells on JW@Advance-trs.com if you have any questions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Due to continued business growth, Advance TRS is looking for successful applicants to join our infrastructure recruitment teams in Guildford. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing SME recruiting for an established client base within the built environment sector.

Advance TRS is looking for experienced Recruitment Consultants, preferably with experience recruiting within the built environment.

In addition to working in a successful environment with like-minded young professionals the company also offers a highly competitive salary and commission structure as well as regular incentives including:

  • Basic salary + uncapped commission
  • Monthly, quarterly and annual rewards for meeting targets
  • Lunch clubs
  • Annual all expenses paid overseas trip
  • Company phone
  • 5pm finish on a Friday with first round down the local pub paid for
  • Internal training programme with clearly defined career progression tracks.

Person Requirements:

At Advance TRS we pride ourselves on being the best we can be and delivering a premium quality service to our candidates and clients alike. In order to deliver this, we look for people with the right qualities and habits so we can equip them with the tools to be the best recruiters.

  • DRIVEN
  • HARD WORKING
  • FOCUSED
  • AMBITIOUS
  • OPTIMISTIC
  • SELF-MOTIVATED
  • PERSISTENT
  • CARING
  • FUN
  • COMMITTED

Life at Advance TRS:

Advance TRS have established market specialisms in four key sectors within the Built Environment Sector, with a focus on technical and engineering requirements through all project phases.

Since establishing our staff have raised over £45,000 for charities including Railway Children and Action for Children. Taking on personal challenges and fundraising activities to advance others has been a core founding principle and all staff are encouraged to support charitable causes wherever possible.

We understand talented staff are the key to our success, so have an internal training programme to develop people at all stages in their career, including;

  • online learning modules
  • classroom training
  • matrix training
  • workshops
  • round tables
  • mentoring

Please contact Jessica Wells on JW@Advance-trs.com if you have any questions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

  • You will be educated to degree level in Civil / Water Engineering
  • You must be able to demonstrate a passion for water / wastewater infrastructure with an aptitude for design.
  • You may also have basic CAD and/or QGIS skills.
  • You will be a self-motivated, have a keen interest in water engineering, an understanding of water or wastewater infrastructure design and a desire to learn within the context of a strong, highly skilled team.

You will be joining a small but dynamic team working on a variety of schemes in the water sector. Being a smaller consultancy my client is able to offer a broad range of experience in addition to technical design which may include project management, bidding & tendering, site visits, commercial management and client / stakeholder relationship management.

Our clients’ company partners are based in the office and are very experienced engineers who would be able to provide expert support, training and guidance.

Our client is looking for candidates with well-rounded experience. Covering everything from initial concept design, through outline and detailed design, then construction support on-site. Experience of working in a D&B environment would be beneficial.

If you have experience designing schemes in the following areas then our client would be interested in speaking with you:

Cleanwater: Trunk mains, water mains rehabilitation, water main diversions, PRV (pressure reducing valves), leakage manage / pressure management, cleanwater networks, water supply, water pipelines

Wastewater: Sewers, wastewater networks, combined sewer overflows (CSO), rising mains

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Your role will liaise directly with clients and involve providing technical expertise in the delivery of hydraulic and hydrological modelling projects, including 1D and 2D models for rivers and surface water. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior colleagues, support work winning activity, and develop strong client relationships to support the continued development of the Environment team.

To meet the demands and needs of our customers you will support innovative work with colleagues and explore new areas of work including sustainability, climate solutions and aquaculture. You will work collaboratively with colleagues from across the organisation to promote the business through presentations at conferences and cross-sell our services to attract new clients.

The core project teams are based in London and Leeds, with other UK offices including Aberdeen, however our client is open to flexible working, including the option of remote working. There is a requirement to travel to customer sites and to attend meetings, whether on customer sites and/or in regional offices.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography or a related discipline, and ideally a Masters or PhD in a relevant subject.
  • Demonstrable experience in the application of flood risk management legislation, planning policy, and industry guidance. This may include:
  • Experience in FEH hydrological assessments and/or hydraulic modelling (ESTRY-TUFLOW, Flood Modeller, or similar)
  • Business Case / project appraisal experience related to flood management
  • Project management of flooding or water related projects
  • Experience in providing technical advice and mentorship to junior team members
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present professionally both verbally and in writing, conveying technical subject matter to a range of audiences.
  • You will be self-motivated with a proactive approach to continual professional development.
  • You will be a Chartered member of a professional body or have a desire to work towards chartered status.

About Our Client

Our client is a maritime-orientated high-end design house and technical consulting firm driven by a passion for solving complex, real-world problems.

They are open and committed to discussing flexible working. They believe that everyone performs at their best when they have the flexibility to make working work best for them.

Our client hires talented people and welcomes applications from everyone. At this time, they particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian, Minority ethnic, female, and non-binary candidates as they are underrepresented in these groups.

Our client knows that diversity, equity, and inclusion is critical to achieving their purpose as a business which is to navigate the most important and impactful engineering challenges of our time. Their passion and goal are to build more diverse teams and to create an environment where employees are engaged, thriving, and feel a sense of belonging.

Benefits

Our clients’ employee benefits are designed to ensure you have the resources you need to thrive.

In addition to a competitive salary, they offer a wide range of benefits in areas including health, family, finance, and personal development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client is one of the largest engineering and design consultancies in the UK, successfully delivering multidisciplinary project to their clients.

Their Asset Planning and Solutions team incorporates one of the largest Urban Catchment Modelling teams in the UK, delivering projects for the majority of the UK Water Companies, the EA, many Lead Local Flood Authorities, as well as a broad range of overseas clients.

They are now seeking to recruit a Senior or Principal Urban Catchment Modeller to their Derby office. The successful candidate will join a team of Geographers and Engineers and will play a key role in delivering to a range of clients including Water Companies, Local Authorities and Developers. Their team carries out a range of projects related to Stormwater Management (SWM), wastewater and integrated catchment studies, through feasibility, scoping and catchment drainage studies, using computer modelling and analysis to support operational and environmental recommendations or other interventions. You will be part of a team shaping the dialogue within the UK and internationally in how drainage should become an integrated part of green blue infrastructure and masterplanning.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking to appoint a Senior / Principal Urban Catchment Modeller to their Asset Planning business to support an increasing portfolio and workload. The successful candidate should be degree qualified, have appropriate professional qualifications, and have a broad range of experience in:

Catchment Planning- determination of hydraulic, environmental, and operational needs of catchments and the development of various horizon strategies to improve catchment performance

Blue Green Infrastructure

Solution Development- development of outline designs, and support through detailed design process

Model Build and Verification – creating robust sewer network models that are suitable for analysis and solution development

Hydraulic and Water Quality Analysis – intelligent assessment of catchment hydraulics and pollutant sources to identify needs and risks

Integrated Catchment Modelling – constructing models for assessing the interaction between sewers (storm and foul), watercourses and overland flows

The successful candidate shall demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Wastewater market sector, excellent technical skills and have a proven track record in one or more of business development, client management, project management and line management.

Essential Criteria

Knowledge of the water environment and sustainability and desire to apply your skills to the challenges the water environment faces

A natural curiosity for developing innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions for our clients

Understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.

Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects on time and to budget

Attained a chartered status (ICE or CIWEM)

Experience in urban drainage modelling

Competence in the use of Hydraulic modelling software such as Infoworks ICM

First class written and oral communication skills

Desirable Criteria

Experience working on Storm Water Management and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS)

Experience working with software such as FME, Power Bi, and/or programming tools such as Ruby, Python and Visual Basic.

Experience of team working on multi-disciplinary projects

Sound commercial understanding

Able to develop and motivate junior team members

Responsibilities

Technical and project management of DWMPs and other projects including Storm Water Management, SuDS, drainage, option development, SOAF and WFD delivery.

Undertake Project Manager role on projects where required

Support in the development of Client Relationship with our key Water Company and non-Water Company clients to support growth.

Support in the preparation of bid documents and estimates.

Supervision of project teams and supporting the Business Manager in resource planning.

Promote staff development through training, on-the-job experience, and personal development

Contributing towards technical innovation and improvement workgroups.

The Individual

We seek an Individual that can demonstrate:

Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills both verbally and in writing.

A hard working and flexible individual, a team player, who has great attention to detail, is reliable, shows initiative and is proactive and able to deliver to set deadlines.

Enthusiasm about urban drainage and it’s role within the environment.

A confident and professional manner.

Good team working skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

A supportive approach to mentoring less experienced members of the team.

Ability to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with clients and the whole project team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client is looking for a customer-focused person to join their UK team as a Technical Support Engineer/Scientist for their TUFLOW hydraulic modelling software.

Working from their Leeds or London office, you will be responsible for providing first line technical support for our clients’ customers within the UK and Europe and working closely with the wider TUFLOW software development and support team. In this role, you will need to effectively manage incoming support queries, provide expert technical advice, and provide ideas, feedback and participate in the on-going development of the TUFLOW software. The role would suit someone who is inquisitive, enjoys problem solving, is passionate about hydraulic modelling and is committed to providing excellent customer service.

About Our Client

Our client has a worldwide reputation for innovative thinking and engineering excellence, built by every individual and every company within their group. As an Employee Benefit Trust it is in their culture to work to a common goal. They employ the best engineers, scientists and software specialists who have the freedom to think without boundaries, share ideas and play an active role in decision making. Our clients’ staff are given every opportunity to fully develop their skills by working on challenging, leading-edge projects, supported by appropriate development and training initiatives. They provide the environment that gives people the freedom and autonomy to achieve their potential, professionally and personally.

Our client are the software developers of the award winning and globally recognised TUFLOW suite of products. A role within the TUFLOW Software Business Unit team will provide direct access to the software developers and support teams. This provides a unique opportunity to receive training and mentorship from international TUFLOW experts, access to new features prior to their commercial release and the ability to influence the direction of the software.

Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Provide first tier technical support for TUFLOW users within the UK and Europe.
  • Make judgements and recommendations on technical matters related to TUFLOW software.
  • Liaises with clients, potential and current, for the purposes of service delivery.
  • Assist in the provision of technical training courses.
  • Demonstrates sound knowledge of TUFLOW, systems and hydraulic modelling processes.
  • Provides input where required on a range of sales, marketing and technical tasks and other projects as required.
  • Adheres to quality, safety and environmental procedures/standards.
  • May contribute to or be the author of technical papers as well as conference presentations.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other relevant area of study (Geography, Mathematics).
  • Minimum 2 years’ UK experience post-graduation in hydraulic modelling for flood risk management including use of TUFLOW.
  • A desire to gain knowledge and understanding in environmental modelling including coastal, sediment transport and water quality modelling.
  • Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) particularly QGIS, ArcMap and/or MapInfo.
  • Customer facing attitude.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrates initiative and takes a proactive approach to tasks.

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, we can provide the following:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • A culture where we actively promote our employees’ development
  • A wide variety of schemes and initiatives to promote inclusivity and engagement across the business
  • A flexible approach to working practices

This role would be based from either our clients’ Leeds or London office.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client has an opportunity for an Assistant Clean Water Network Modeller to join their team delivering frameworks for several UK water companies, and industrial and overseas clients.

This is a permanent vacancy that can be based anywhere across the United Kingdom. You will report to the Technical Director and will be responsible for the development and delivery of a wide variety of projects.

It would be very beneficial for you to have UK water industry experience using Synergi software for water network modelling. Candidates with experience in Infoworks WS will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include (some or all depending on seniority):

  • Construction, calibration and delivery of clean water hydraulic models
  • Carrying out investigation studies on clean water networks to support system improvements and investment planning
  • Analysis of spatial and network performance data
  • Ensuring quality of outputs and compliance with standards, specifications and governance requirements
  • Building, maintaining and managing strong and collaborative working relationships with clients
  • Support on the production of bids and proposals
  • Contributing to our culture of continual improvement to drive efficiency and innovation
  • Contributing to commercial performance, forecasting and risk management

Skills / Experience

Essential:

  • Good IT skills, in particular MS Excel and Access and use of GIS packages
  • Good technical report writing skills
  • Experience in the analysis of water networks (or similar) performance data
  • Experience in the construction and use of network hydraulic models, ideally using Synergi / SynerGEE
  • Good presentation, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, able to present findings and discuss with clients
  • Ability to manage (or support project managers to manage) small to large modelling projects/packages and programme of works
  • Self-motivated, self-disciplined and having the ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Maintain strong and collaborative working relationships and interactions with clients
  • Cooperate and communicate effectively with other team members to provide technical support and assistance
  • The ability to work on your own initiative on technical matters and provide support to others within the team
  • Awareness of relevant health and safety and environmental aspects of projects

Essential:

  • Degree qualified in a relevant discipline

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Freelance OUTSIDE IR35
Reading
3-6 Months

Working with a nationwide contractor looking for a site based Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team, and manage a small civil engineering job on a day to day basis, working closely with the PM.

The project is mostly sub contracted out, so typical day to day would be the administration of the contract up and down stream. Closing out sub contractors in due course.

You would need to be able to work on your own accord, closely with the PM, have excellent NEC contract knowledge, especially Option B.

The role would need someone on site a minimum of 3 days a week.

There is the opportunity for continued work with this contractor on similar jobs after a successful close out of this job project.
Please apply by sending your CV.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

My Client a leading organisation in the UK water sector have an immediate contract requirement for a programme manager to manage a design programme.

Ideally applicants should have a background in the UK water sector and have experience acting on behalf of a client organisation and managing and interfacing with design partners and consultancies.

A key part of the role would be working with in house stakeholders and project manager and design staff to interface with consultant partners and to compile and issue service orders and to chase up the programme of work.

Applicants must have a background in water engineering and an appreciation for design and build frameworks in the UK water sector.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Advance TRS (Construction Division) are very pleased to be assisting this extremeley ‘Bespoke’ Residential Developer for their ongoing High-end development – on the outskirts of Swindon town centre. They are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join the team – previous experince on Timber framed projects is a necessity. Dealing with a wide range of contractors from fellow professionals to customers, so first-rate communication skills and a flexible approach are both absolutely essential.

MAIN DUTIES:

  • Planning and recording progress in accordance with the Company’s approved methods of planning and recording.
  • Ensuring all builds are produced to a consistently high standard of quality in line with relevant standards and regulations.
  • Dealing with any customer queries during the production cycle promptly and effectively, ensuring a satisfactory outcome for both parties.
  • Appointing and managing employed and labour only sub-contractors appropriate for the site.
  • Co-ordinating labour and materials to meet the production programme, maintaining the optimum level of materials on sites consistent with the labour force being fully and effectively employed and the agreed production programme being met.
  • Monitoring the output of all persons working on site and signing work off for payment, ensuring they have been completing to the required standards of quality.
  • Initiating all inspections made under the Building Regulations and liaising with inspectors whilst on site.
  • Supervising and inspecting all road and sewer construction on site.
  • Organising the connection of all services in a timely manner for occupations.
  • Carrying our pre-completion inspections of properties with the purchasers and recording any outstanding works.
  • Ensure all activities on site accords with both statutory H&S Law and site specific RAMS.
  • Ensuring all reasonable requests from the sales team in connection with the preparation and maintenance of show homes are accommodated in a timely manner.
  • Taking responsibility for all compound security and all properties.
  • Assisting the Customer Care Team by ensuring maintenance works are completed in a professional and efficient manner.
  • Attending meetings that may be necessary in the performance of your duties.
  • Complying with and uphold company policies and procedures.
  • Undertaking any additional tasks as may reasonably be required from time to time.
  • Ensuring all health and Safety aspects of Covid-19.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:

  • Full Driving Licence
  • A management or supervisory role on a new build residential construction site.
  • Managed jobs from inception to completion.
  • Previously obtained SMSTS and First Aid Trained.
  • Competent with project planning, site Health & Safety with commercial awareness.
  • Good people management, problem solving skills and time management Skills.
  • Excellent attention to Detail with a desire to succeed

If you feel this vacancy could be your new career path – please send an up-to-date copy of your Cv to me: am@advance-trs.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

​​​​​​​Designer’s Site Representative/Highway Engineer

We are working with a large consultancy, with a great reputation, who are actively looking for an experienced Highway Engineer/Designer’s Site Representative to work on the A303 (Sparkford to Ilchester). The role will be based on site and our client is happy to consider both permanent staff, or long term contract (18 months+)

The role

You will act as the main interface (alongside an experience Structures DSR) between the contractor and the design team. You will:

  • Ensure construction is fully compliant with the design and specifications
  • Modify design where required, taking into account site errors and variations
  • Provide clarity on design to the contractors when required
  • Raise and respond to any technical queries, RFI’s etc.

Experience required

  • Prior experience with highway design, specification and designer’s risk assessments
  • Ideally experience of major highway schemes
  • Prior similar experience based on site as a DSR
  • Good understanding of highway design to meet CDM regulations
  • Strong communication skills in order to liaise with both the contractor and designers

Contract length

  • 18 months

Rate of pay

  • £25-35ph PAYE

Location

  • A303

For information about this position or any others within the Civil Engineering design market please contact Sean on 07415684436

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Title: Contractors Responsible Engineer- Rail Track

Type: Contract

Location: Northern Ireland

Rate: Dependant on experience

Job Reference: JHCRE

I am looking for a CRE with a good p-way background, to deliver track engineering technical excellence for pway engineering frameworks across northern Ireland.

Role

You will have previous experience working in a similar role within programmes from a track aspect. This role would suit an existing CRE or DPE.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Ensure the track engineering on allocated company contracts are technically compliant with the relevant Group, client & company standards.
  • Act as the p-way engineering technical contact and liaison with clients and sub-contractors in order to resolve technical issues.
  • Prepare Invitation to Tender documentation for track Engineering Sub-contracts.
  • Ensure integration of design, installation and testing and that the end product meets the client specification and has technical integrity.
  • Carry out project risk assessments. Assist the Tendering department in the preparation of Tenders. Act as the track CRE on contracts as required by the Project Director.
  • Attend engineering reviews as required for allocated contracts.

Essential requirements:

  • Be a chartered civils engineer (MICE) or working towards it.
  • Have five years relevant experience.
  • Will need to have current or past CRE status or proven evidence of being appointed to act as CRE for a period of time.
  • Proven experience of managing and controlling the planning, design reviews to delivery of permanent way works

Desirable:

  • Although not essential it would also be advantageous if you have a degree in a relevant discipline such as rail Engineering.

To discuss in more detail please call Josh Hill at Advance or apply

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client are recruiting for experienced Senior & Principal Ecologists to join their growing multi-disciplinary Environmental Services team in the South East. You will get thewd varied portfolio of work including flood, coastal and maritime projects for clients such as the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and local authorities and a range of other sectors such as ports, water utilities, transport and renewable power. There is also opportunity to support our clients’ growing portfolio of water and catchment work including natural capital projects providing nature-based solutions via blue-green infrastructure to the water industry. One of our clients’ current projects is the River Thames Scheme EIA, a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project requiring 8km of new flood relief channels and design of a large number of habitat creation areas in order to provide Biodiversity Net Gain.

Our client has an active Ecology Community of Practice and pride themselves on being at the forefront of ecological best practice and innovation. Their ecologists are empowered to work closely with their multi-disciplinary teams and shape projects to deliver more sustainable solutions and maximise Biodiversity Net Gain. Our client is a registered Ecological (CIEEM) and Landscape Practice (Landscape Institute) and hold the IEMA EIA Quality Mark, which is a benchmark of their high standards in EIA delivery.

Our client will also ensure you will be mentored as required to develop your field and ecological assessment skills, and work towards full membership and chartership with CIEEM if not already obtained. They will pay for two professional memberships as part of their benefits package.

About the Role

  • Providing field and office ecological support on a wide range of projects including fluvial and coastal flood risk management, water utility, rail, renewable/ energy projects and other large-scale infrastructure
  • Supervising and mentoring more junior ecologists
  • Providing input into all stages of Ecological Impact Assessments and HRA
  • Providing ecological input into other consents such as Water Framework Directive assessments
  • Protected species licence applications and mitigation
  • Design of habitat restoration/creation schemes and delivering Biodiversity Net Gain
  • Providing input to bids and proposals
  • Ecological Clerk of Works roles
  • Liaising with project teams, clients, stakeholders and the public as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

The role is suitable for an Ecology professional with several years of relevant ecological experience. You should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and knowledge:

  • have an ecological/environmental related degree
  • be a member of CIEEM
  • be or working towards Chartered Ecologist or Environmentalist
  • hold a protected species licence and/or have another ecological specialism e.g. botany
  • have an understanding of UKHabs and Biodiversity Net Gain
  • have excellent written and oral communication
  • have experience of using Arc suite (Collector, Survey 123) or similar
  • have previous consultancy experience
  • hold a full UK driving licence
  • have the ability to organise, manage and prioritise work, with or without supervision, in order to meet tight deadlines and deliver well-planned work schedules

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.