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One of our dynamic clients in Bedford are recruiting for a senior commercial negotiator, the ideal candidate with have some commercial agency experience however happy if have strong residential experience. This is the ideal role for someone who is ambitious, driven and career orientated person, Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30 pm.Some duties:Managing large portfolio of commercial clients.Meetings, networking, face to face.Manage contracts. Draft, review commercial agreements.Manage sales proposals.Deal Execution.Risk mitigation.Manage relationships and resolve issues.Onboarding new clients.Advertising/Marketing.Viewings.If you feel you have the relevant experience, please get in touch.TPBN1_UKTJ

\n Fire & Building Safety Manager£57,308 plus £2000 car allowanceBedford, HybridFull Time, Permanent \n At bpha, we're committed to creating places where people can live happily and safely. We're looking for an experienced Fire & Building Safety Manager to play a pivotal role in safeguarding our residents and ensuring compliance across our higher-risk buildings and wider housing stock. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven organisation where your expertise will directly contribute to improving lives and shaping safer communities. \n Why Join bpha? \n At bpha, we're more than a housing association. We believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home. \n \n When you join us, you'll benefit from: \n\n • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on resident safety and wellbeing\n, • A collaborative and supportive working environment\n, • Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities\n, • A strong commitment to innovation, compliance and continuous improvement\n, • A culture built on responsibility, empathy, ambition and working together\n\n \n As Fire & Building Safety Manager, you will: \n\n • Lead the planning, delivery and assurance of fire and building safety projects across our housing portfolio.\n, • Support compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Order and associated legislation.\n, • Develop, maintain and update Building Safety Case Reports and Golden Thread information.\n, • Manage fire risk assessments and oversee remediation programmes, ensuring actions are delivered within agreed timescales.\n, • Monitor contractor and consultant performance, ensuring compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and other statutory requirements.\n, • Produce high-quality compliance reports, governance papers, project reports and regulatory submissions.\n, • Build strong working relationships with residents, regulators, contractors and internal stakeholders.\n, • Support regulatory inspections, audits and investigations.\n, • Lead and develop team members, providing guidance, support and performance management.\n, • Participate in out-of-hours escalation and incident response arrangements.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across fire and building safety processes and practices.\n\n \n We're looking for someone who can bring: \n Essential Skills & Experience \n\n • Strong knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Order and relevant building safety legislation.\n, • Experience delivering fire and building safety projects within housing, construction, property or a related environment.\n, • Understanding of Building Safety Cases, Golden Thread requirements and compliance reporting.\n, • Knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and contractor management.\n, • Excellent report-writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.\n, • Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Experience leading, mentoring or managing colleagues.\n, • A commitment to resident safety and continuous improvement.\n\n \n Qualifications \n\n • Relevant fire or building safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent).\n, • Building-related degree or equivalent professional experience.\n, • Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in a fire or building safety role.\n, • Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).\n\n \n If you're passionate about building safety, thrive in a collaborative environment and want to help create safer homes for our residents, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Company Profile:The Company is a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, offering the largest range of quality packaging and office supplies.Title: Internal Account ManagerSalary: Circa £30,000Purpose of job:Internal Account Manager are part of the Large Customer Development (LCD) Sales team whose role it is to maintain, defend and grow our market position. The role jointly manages (with a field-based Key Account Manager) a portfolio of circa 250 accounts worth around £3m. This portfolio will be made up of circa 160 A+, A and B accounts, 60 large potential accounts from our customer base of CDE accounts and 30 new accounts.The purpose of the Internal Account Manager role is to proactively maximise the spend of customers within their region by identifying linked or associated products (gap analysis) and to maximise the value-added benefits of working with the company as their sole packaging and workplace supplier. An Internal Sales Manager will do this by working with their KAM to create and implement effective call and visit cycles adapted to the individual needs of their customers. They act with the needs of the customer at the heart of their decision-making, striving to build loyalty and satisfaction through every interaction.An Internal Account Manager will achieve this by managing specified customers through agreed call cycles, and supporting the KAM with order processing, quoting and arranging visits where appropriate. Internal Sales Managers and KAMs are accountable for the same region and, as such, there is an expectation that they will succeed together .Key Performance Indicators:Regional Invoiced Sales Regional Invoiced Margin Account Retention Rate Call Cycle Compliance Key Accountabilities:Accountable for ensuring all communication is honest, open and respectful and has the customer at the centre of the decision-making. Customer To identify and maintain a call cycle that defends and develops our position in the market in order to capitalise on any opportunities for growth within the region. Do the Right Thing To ensure that the need of the customer is the priority when setting call and visit cycles and to work closely with your regional KAM to develop and adjust these cycles where necessary. Be Accountable To maintain an acceptable level of customer retention and development within your region ensuring margin is managed at an acceptable level Be the Best To map out and maintain a call cycle to the requirements of the customer ensuring that the potential is maximised and a long-term relationship is built Succeed Together - Demonstrate unconditional teamwork towards the wider sales teams. This includes sharing best practices and being open, honest and respectful in providing constructive feedback to wider members of the team. Responsible for building relationships with internal stakeholders, including Operations, Finance, and the product, planning and purchasing team to ensure that customers' expectations can be met and are managed effectively. Accountable for driving own personal development and responsible for building relationships with other sales team members too enable all members of the team to reach their full potential.TPBN1_UKTJ

Fire Safety Delivery Manager£52,500 plus £2000 car allowanceBedford, HybridPermanent, Full Time \n At bpha, our residents' safety is our top priority. We're looking for an experienced Fire Safety Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of fire safety projects across our housing portfolio, ensuring compliance, driving improvements, and helping us create safer homes and communities. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a fire safety professional who enjoys taking ownership, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering projects that make a real difference. \n Why Join bpha? \n At bpha, you'll be part of an organisation that genuinely cares about its residents, colleagues and communities. We foster a culture built on responsibility, collaboration, empathy and ambition, where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will have a direct impact on improving resident safety. \n As Fire Safety Delivery Manager, you will: \n\n • Lead and deliver fire safety projects across bpha's housing stock, ensuring works are completed safely, on time and within budget.\n, • Support the delivery of fire safety compliance and statutory obligations across the organisation.\n, • Oversee contractor performance, ensuring quality standards, KPIs and compliance requirements are consistently achieved.\n, • Manage fire safety contracts and programmes, identifying and resolving defects, delays and project risks.\n, • Audit and quality assure Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), ensuring remedial actions are prioritised, monitored and completed within agreed timescales.\n, • Ensure compliance with fire safety legislation, building safety requirements and CDM regulations.\n, • Produce and present compliance reports, project updates, governance papers and regulatory submissions.\n, • Maintain accurate compliance data and support responses to audits, inspections and assurance reviews.\n, • Build effective relationships with residents, contractors, regulators and internal stakeholders to improve safety outcomes.\n, • Participate in out-of-hours escalation arrangements and support the wider Building Safety Team where required.\n\n Person Specification \n\n • Extensive experience in fire safety compliance and Fire Risk Assessment auditing.\n, • Strong understanding of fire safety legislation, guidance and regulatory requirements.\n, • Experience managing fire safety projects, contracts and programmes.\n, • Knowledge of wider landlord compliance responsibilities.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities.\n, • High attention to detail and a commitment to achieving quality outcomes.\n, • Degree qualification, or equivalent, in Construction, Building Services or a related discipline.\n, • Fire Safety qualification at Level 4 or equivalent.\n, • Relevant professional fire safety qualification or accreditation or working towards one.\n\n \n If you're passionate about fire safety, compliance and delivering projects that protect residents, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.

Early Years TutorBuild a career in teaching. The Organisation will fund your your journeyAn excellent opportunity for an Early Years Tutor with a Level 3 Early Years qualification, recent Early Years setting experience and a passion for developing others through teaching, coaching, mentoring and apprenticeship learning.If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Early Years Apprenticeship Tutor, Early Years Assessor, Apprenticeship Tutor, Childcare Tutor, Childcare Assessor, Work-Based Learning Tutor, Vocational Tutor, Skills Tutor, Early Years Trainer, Early Years Practitioner TrainerSALARY: £27,686 per annum + BenefitsLOCATION: You will predominantly work remotely. But will be required to travel regularly to work places across Bedfordshire to meet Apprentices and their Employers. You will also need to travel to London once a week. You will need to be based in Bedfordshire.JOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 40 Hours per WeekJOB OVERVIEWThe company has a rewarding opportunity for an Early Years Tutor to join its skills team, delivering Early Years apprenticeship standards across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.This is a predominantly remote role, with regular travel to apprentice workplaces and some face-to-face delivery at a training academy in London. The Early Years Tutor will manage a caseload of apprentices, delivering high-quality teaching, coaching and assessment that supports learner progress, confidence and achievement.As an Early Years Tutor, you will work closely with employers, carry out reviews and workplace assessments, prepare learners for End-Point Assessment, embed English, Maths and professional behaviours, and help shape the next generation of Early Years professionals.This role would suit an experienced Early Years Tutor or Assessor, or a qualified Early Years professional who has supported, mentored or developed others and is ready to move into teaching and assessing. Support is available to help you develop your assessor skills.DUTIESYour duties as the Early Years Tutor include:Apprenticeship Delivery: Deliver engaging teaching, coaching and assessment for Early Years apprentices, adapting learning to individual needs and workplace settingsLearner Progress: Manage a caseload of learners, monitor progress, complete reviews and support timely achievement of apprenticeship aimsWorkplace Assessment: Carry out workplace assessments, provide information, advice and guidance, and help learners prepare for End-Point AssessmentFunctional Skills: Embed English, Maths and professional behaviours into learning activities and support learners to develop confidence and competenceEmployer Engagement: Build positive relationships with employers, support learner recruitment and enrolment, and promote apprenticeship programmes across the regionRecords and Compliance: Maintain accurate learner records, update systems, meet deadlines and work in line with funding, quality assurance and awarding body requirementsQuality and Safeguarding: Attend standardisation activities and promote health and safety, equality, diversity and safeguarding in line with organisational policiesCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSESSENTIALA Level 3 qualification or above in Early YearsRecent industry experience within an Early Years settingExperience of teaching, mentoring, coaching or supporting the development of othersStrong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage apprentices, employers and colleaguesExcellent organisational and digital skills, with the ability to manage a caseload, maintain accurate records and meet deadlinesAbility to travel to apprentice workplaces, Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, and London when requiredA commitment to delivering high-quality learning and supporting apprentices to achieve positive outcomesDESIRABLEAn assessor qualification (A1/CAVA or equivalent) if not, well fund it and support you to achieve it in your first monthsA teaching qualification, or experience tutoring or mentoringFamiliarity with e-portfolio systems or apprenticeship funding rulesBENEFITSFully funded assessor qualification - with paid study time and mentoring built in30 days annual leave + bank holidaysExtra annual paid leave for your birthday, a mental health day, and up to 5 volunteering daysHome-based working when not on site with apprentices4% Contributory Pension SchemeLife InsuranceCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) a wide range of free and confidential services for you and your immediate family (including counselling sessions)Charity Employee Discount SchemeThis role requires an Enhanced DBS CheckAPPLY TODAYBy submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P14952Full-Time, Permanent Teaching Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. 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The RoleThe AI revolution is reshaping the digital landscape, and Vertiv is helping power what's next. As a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, we bring together power, cooling, IT, and services to support the world's most demanding applications.This is marketing where it matters most, in the field, face-to-face, and directly tied to revenue. As our EMEA Field Marketing Specialist at Vertiv, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in the US with EMEA revenue doubling year over year, you'll be the engine behind event delivery, PR coordination and narrative, lead management, and brand-perfect execution across Northern Europe.You won't just plan marketing; you'll make it happen. From packed trade show floor to the precision of a perfectly routed leads to sales. You will owe the execution that turns marketing activity into measurable pipeline. You'll be the trusted day-to-day marketing partner for field sales teams, navigating complex stakeholder landscapes both face-to-face and through remote connections to ensure every activation, campaign, and touchpoint is delivered with the quality and consistency that builds real commercial momentum.Location & Working ArrangementThis is a remote role; however, you will be travelling regularly (up to 3 months per year) within the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. You will also be expected to attend face-to-face meetings at our London or Southampton offices on a regular basis.What You'll OwnPR, Narrative & CommunicationsShape and amplify Vertiv's regional narrative through coordinated PR activity, thought leadership placement, and media engagement. Working alongside the PR Agencies and EMEA PR team to ensure consistent messaging across earned, owned, and paid channels, Coordinate content reviews and approvals with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment before publication, working closely with subject matter experts, portfolio teams, creating compelling content across a range of formats, including case studies, customer stories, videos, advertising, landing papers and digital campaign assets.Event Execution & Lead ConversionRun the full operational playbook for marketing events, trade shows, and field activations end-to-end. Then own the critical handoff, ensuring every lead is accurately captured, CRM-routed, qualified, and delivered to Sales with zero pipeline leakage. Go beyond attendance numbers by analysing engagement depth, lead quality, and conversion potential to prove what's actually working.Revenue PODs & Pipeline ContributionWork closely with Revenue PODs (cross-functional sales and marketing teams) to align field marketing execution with commercial targets. Ensure marketing activities directly feed into POD-level revenue goals, providing visibility on sourced and influenced pipeline at a granular, team-based level.Pipeline & Demand GenerationConnect the dots between activity and impact. Track marketing-sourced pipeline contribution, monitor channel metrics, and report on the commercial value of every initiative using Power BI, Oracle Analytics, and marketing automation platforms.Brand, Content & CommunicationsEnforce global guidelines across all outputs, agency-produced, partner-generated, or internal — while ensuring every piece of messaging aligns with the broader GTM strategy and commercial objectives. Develop compelling customer case studies with Sales and manage local social media that balances global consistency with local relevance.Multi-Stakeholder Interface & Sales AlignmentServe as the go-to marketing contact for field sales teams, channel partners, regional leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders — building trusted relationships through regular face-to-face engagement at our London or Southampton offices and effective remote collaboration across time zones. Align on priorities, event participation, and campaign execution. Brief agencies with clarity and hold the line on timelines and quality. Strengthening Vertiv's presence in the local industry ecosystem through meaningful community engagement and connections.AI-Powered Efficiency & InnovationThe Specialist is expected to leverage the latest AI-powered content creation, research, productivity, and workflow automation tools to improve efficiency, enhance content quality, and support content strategy execution. Staying ahead of emerging technologies and integrating them into day-to-day marketing operations is a core expectation of this role.Data Governance & AccountabilityEnsure all data handling, lead capture, and communications comply with privacy regulations. Track KPIs consistently, maintain data accuracy, and share performance openly, reinforcing a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.QualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business, or related field3+ years of professional experience in field marketing, including content, communications, technical writing, engineering, IT, data center, or related technical fields.Demonstrated experience managing event logistics and post-event lead processes.Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Oracle, Redwood) and marketing automation platforms (e.g., 6Sense, PowerBi, social media scheduling tools, budgeting & expense platforms)Experience using Canva ProExcellent written and verbal EnglishWillingness to travel regularly within the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics (up to 3 months per year) and attend face-to-face meetings at our London or Southampton office on a regular basis.Desired ProfileStrong interest in and understanding technology and digital infrastructure markets.Ability to quickly learn and communicate complex technical subjects.Ability to manage multiple projects and navigate structured review and approval processes.Experience in B2B technology marketing, engineering, IT, data center, or related industries preferred.Familiarity of working for large US corporatesProven PR experience and event management skills.Skills & CompetenciesEnd-to-end event delivery and logistics managementLead management mastery, CRM routing, qualification, and follow-up frameworks.Proven ability to interface with multiple stakeholders at all levels, both face-to-face and via remote/virtual channelsStrong project management and stakeholder coordination skillsExperience working with cross-functional stakeholders and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.Experience working within or alongside Revenue PODs or cross-functional commercial teams.PR coordination and narrative development for regional media and industry audiencesBrand enforcement with a keen eye for visual and messaging consistencySocial media content development and performance monitoring across B2B platformsClear, compelling copywriting for case studies, sales enablement, and event collateralCross-functional collaboration with sales teams, agencies, and internal stakeholdersMarketing analytics and pipeline reportingProficiency in leveraging AI-powered content creation, research, productivity, and workflow automation tools to improve efficiency and enhance output quality.Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.#LI-NS1 #LI-REMOTEThe successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES• High-Performance Culture• Customer Focus• Operational Excellence• Innovation• Financial StrengthVERTIV BEHAVIORS• Own it• Act with urgency• Foster a customer-first mindset• Think big and execute• Lead by example• Drive continuous improvement• Learn and seek out development• Promote transparent & open communicationAbout VertivVertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.Equal Opportunity EmployerVertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.comEqual Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Posting Date: 2026-07-24

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of an EMEA Finance Manager \n IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona. \n Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. \n The Role \n The EMEA Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day financial management and reporting operations for the EMEA business, covering entities in the UK, Germany & Poland. Working in a fast-paced environment involving high-value inventory, complex supply chains, and import/export activities, you will manage the finance team, drive month-end reporting, control cash flow, and ensure compliance with UK and European accounting standards and tax regulations. \n Day to day duties will consist of: \n\n • Lead, mentor, and oversee the daily activities of the finance team\n, • Conduct performance reviews and develop the finance team to achieve departmental goals.\n, • Own the month-end and year-end financial close processes, ensuring complete balance sheet reconciliations and accurate P&L reporting.\n, • Produce monthly management account packs with clear commercial commentary on variances, margins, and operational KPIs.\n, • Present accurate and timely monthly financial reporting to the EMEA Finance Director.\n, • Ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements.\n, • Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement.\n, • Prepare the quarterly and annual EMEA forecasts in coordination with department heads and IEWC Group.\n, • Oversee inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, and cost of goods sold analysis across warehouse operations.\n, • Monitor product costing\n, • Manage short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting, working capital optimisation, and foreign currency/exchange rate exposures (GBP, EUR, USD).\n, • Ensure full compliance with UK tax regulations, including standard and import VAT (PVA), duty tariffs, and Intrastat/customs reporting.\n, • Lead the annual external audit process and act as the primary contact for auditors and tax advisors.\n, • Partner with department heads to analyse product line profitability and pricing structures.\n, • Support investment decisions, capital expenditure (CapEx) appraisals, and ERP/system enhancements.\n, • Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard the company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.\n\n Your Profile \n You will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and with excellent team management skills and the ability to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business. \n Salary and Benefits \n The role of EMEA Finance Manager for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £65-75K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a newly created role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. \n \n \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Development Project Delivery Manager £57,000 including £2000 car allowance Bedford, Hybrid Please note, we currently have two vacancies available: 1x Permanent, Full Time and 1x 12m FTC, Full Time \n We're looking for an experienced Development Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion. \n You'll take ownership of project delivery, ... \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Development Project Delivery Manager£57,000 including £2000 car allowanceBedford, HybridPlease note, we currently have two vacancies available:1x Permanent, Full Time and 1x 12m FTC, Full Time \n \n We're looking for an experienced Development Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion. \n You'll take ownership of development project delivery, managing budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. \n Why bpha? \n \n At bpha, we have ambitious plans to grow and deliver more high-quality homes that make a positive difference to people's lives. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented and ambitious individuals who share our passion for providing excellent homes and services. Join us and play a key role in helping us achieve our growth aspirations while creating communities where people can thrive. \n What you'll be doing: \n\n • Managing development projects from handover through to completion.\n, • Procuring contractors and associated services.\n, • Managing project budgets, cashflows and viability.\n, • Monitoring programme performance, risks and project milestones.\n, • Leading internal and external project teams.\n, • Ensuring compliance with planning, contractual and regulatory requirements.\n, • Producing project reports and forecasts.\n, • Managing stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, Homes England and project partners.\n, • Supporting grant claims and funding compliance.\n, • Driving high standards of quality, health and safety, and project delivery.\n\n What we're looking for: \n\n • Proven experience delivering residential development projects.\n, • Strong knowledge of procurement, construction and planning processes.\n, • Experience managing project budgets, programmes and risks.\n, • Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.\n, • Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills.\n, • Experience working within the housing sector, including knowledge of Homes England funding requirements.\n, • A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.\n\n \n Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications.

Civils Team LeadJoin Our Growing Multidisciplinary Consultancy in the Southampton or Bedford office! \n We are looking for an experienced Civils Team Lead to take a key role in leading and developing a civil engineering service within a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Civil Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions while helping to shape the future direction of our civil engineering offering. \n As a Civils Team Lead, you will lead the delivery of highways, drainage, flood risk, infrastructure and civil engineering projects across a diverse portfolio of UK developments. Working closely with Directors and multidisciplinary project teams, you will have the autonomy to influence technical solutions, develop client relationships and drive the continued growth of the civil engineering team. \n This Civils Team Lead role combines technical excellence with project management, mentoring, business development and strategic leadership. It is ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, variety and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, with a clear pathway towards senior leadership within the business. Key Responsibilities\n\n • \n Lead civil engineering projects from feasibility and planning through to detailed design, construction support and project completion. \n • \n Prepare and review highway, access, drainage, SuDS, flood risk, levels, external works and infrastructure designs. \n • \n Identify project constraints, risks and opportunities, including flood risk, utilities, access, ground conditions, buildability and statutory authority requirements. \n • \n Manage project scope, programmes, fees, resources, quality, risk and change control across multiple commissions. \n • \n Review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and technical outputs produced by engineers and technicians. \n • \n Champion the effective use of drainage, highway, CAD and BIM software, maintaining high technical standards and consistent workflows. \n • \n Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery. \n • \n Liaise with planning authorities, highway authorities, Lead Local Flood Authorities, water companies and the Environment Agency. \n • \n Represent the business at client meetings, site visits, design reviews and project workshops. \n • \n Support Directors with fee proposals, tenders, business development opportunities and client relationship management. \n • \n Mentor and develop engineers and technicians, encouraging technical excellence and career progression. \n • \n Maintain accurate project records, technical documentation, correspondence and quality management processes. \nAbout You\n We are seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer with strong technical knowledge and proven experience leading the delivery of civil engineering projects. You will be confident managing client relationships, overseeing project delivery and mentoring engineering teams while contributing to the continued growth of the business. \n As Civils Team Lead, you will bring excellent communication skills, commercial awareness and a collaborative approach, with the ability to inspire colleagues and deliver exceptional service to clients. Location\n This position is ideally based in either Bedford or Southampton, with flexibility to collaborate with Directors, colleagues and clients across the wider business. The role is highly visible and client-facing, offering significant involvement in project delivery, technical leadership and business development. \n If you are looking for your next opportunity as a Civils Team Lead and want to play a pivotal role in the growth of a respected consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

Assistant Town Planner | St Neots | £28,000-£35,000\n Penguin is proud to be working with a leading multidisciplinary property and consultancy business on an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to join their established planning team based in St Neots. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, working across a varied portfolio of planning and development projects. The Role\n You'll work alongside experienced planners and professionals, supporting projects from initial appraisals through to planning applications and delivery. \n You'll have the opportunity to: \n\n • \n Assist with planning appraisals for land, buildings and development opportunities. \n • \n Undertake planning research and analysis. \n • \n Prepare and support planning applications, pre-application enquiries and appeals. \n • \n Assist with the preparation of planning statements and Design & Access Statements. \n • \n Liaise with clients, local planning authorities and other professional consultants. \n • \n Support the team with development management and strategic planning projects. \n • \n Attend meetings, site visits and planning committees where required. \n • \n Develop your understanding of planning policy and legislation. \n • \n Work towards professional development and MRTPI accreditation with support from an experienced team. \nAbout You\n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • \n A relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography or a related discipline. \n • \n Some previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment is desirable. \n • \n A good understanding of the UK planning system and current planning policy. \n • \n Strong written and verbal communication skills. \n • \n Excellent research, analytical and organisational abilities. \n • \n A proactive and commercially aware approach. \n • \n The ability to work collaboratively while managing your own workload. \n • \n A genuine ambition to develop a long-term career in town planning. \n\n The role offers the chance to gain exposure to a broad range of planning work while working alongside experienced professionals. Brown&Co's planning teams undertake work including planning appraisals, applications, appeals, development opportunities and client advice, with professional development and training forming an important part of the offering. Salary & Benefits\n The role also offers opportunities for professional development, ongoing training and progression, alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment. \n Interested in finding out more? \n If you're interested in this opportunity, please email your up-to-date CV to

An experienced Liability Adjuster is required to join a leading independent liability adjusting practice that seeks to strengthen its UK network of liability adjusters, through the appointment of an additional adjuster in the East Anglia, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire or Buckinghamshire region. \n\n • You will deal with a mixed portfolio of EL/PL, Products and Motor Claims requiring full claims handling.\n, • Our client will offer a smaller caseload to enable you to undertake your work in a thoroughly professional manner providing more of a quality service.\n\n About you: \n\n • Experienced in handling Liability Claims EL/PL field based\n, • Exceptional communication skills, face to face, written and verbal\n, • Excellent investigation and report writing skills\n, • Be comfortable working on a hybrid basis in the first instance\n, • A full clean driving licence\n, • Industry qualification preferable\n\n Salary & Benefits: \n Basic salary up to £55/60,000 plus bonus, company car, pension, private medical care and 25 days annual holiday.

| Chartered Building Surveyor | Commercial Property | £60,000 - £70,000 | \n MRICS or FRICS qualified with experience in commercial building surveying? \n We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and well-established surveying practice in Bedfordshire looking to expand its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Building Surveyor to join a professional practice, delivering expert building surveying services across a diverse commercial property portfolio. \n Working with landlords, tenants, investors, developers, and occupiers, you'll provide high-quality technical advice while managing a varied workload across commercial property projects. \n The Role \n As a Chartered Building Surveyor, you will: \n\n • Undertake commercial building surveys, pre-acquisition surveys, technical due diligence inspections, and measured surveys using modern surveying technology where appropriate.\n, • Prepare detailed building survey reports, Schedules of Condition, and Schedules of Dilapidations, identifying defects, risks, and repair requirements in line with RICS guidance.\n, • Diagnose building defects and advise clients on repair, maintenance, refurbishment, landlord and tenant matters, and lease obligations.\n, • Prepare specifications of works, tender documentation, administer refurbishment and repair contracts, and assist with Red Book valuation inspections where required.\n, • Liaise with clients, contractors, solicitors, managing agents, and other consultants, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation while managing project records, budgets, and timescales.\n, • Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to provide additional consultancy services.\n\n Chartered Building Surveyor Requirements \n\n • Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline\n, • MRICS or FRICS qualified\n, • Proven experience within commercial building surveying\n, • Strong knowledge of commercial construction methods, building pathology, and repair techniques\n, • Experience preparing technical reports and providing professional advice\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously\n, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region\n\n Desirable experience: \n\n • Dilapidations\n, • Schedules of Condition\n, • Contract Administration\n, • Defect Analysis\n, • Commercial property inspections\n, • Landlord and Tenant matters\n, • Drone surveying experience (or willingness to train)\n, • Knowledge of commercial property legislation and RICS professional standards\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000, depending on experience\n, • Full-time, Monday-Friday position\n, • Full administrative support, allowing you to focus on professional surveying work\n, • Varied workload across building and commercial projects\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment\n, • Opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected regional practice\n, • Genuine long-term career development opportunities\n\n Apply Today! \n If you're an MRICS or FRICS Chartered Building Surveyor looking to join a respected practice offering varied commercial projects, career progression, and a supportive team environment, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply now and we'll review your application within 48 hours. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly.

Senior Estimator – Residential & Infrastructure Groundworks \n \n \n Salary: Up to £110,000 per annum + Comprehensive Package \n \n Location: Bedford \n \n About the Opportunity: \n \n Our client is a well-established and highly respected groundworks & infrastructure contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments and infrastructure projects across the UK. \n \n Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their pre-construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in securing major projects while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking business. \n \n Role: \n As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for leading the estimating function on a range of residential and infrastructure groundworks projects, producing competitive and commercially sound tenders from initial enquiry through to submission. \n \n Working closely with the Commercial Team and Operations Department, you will ensure estimates are accurate, competitive and aligned with the company's strategic objectives. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n \n Lead the preparation of detailed estimates and tender submissions. \n Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation. \n Carry out accurate quantity take-offs and cost analysis. \n Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor quotations. \n Develop pricing strategies for competitive tender submissions. \n Identify project risks and opportunities during the tender process. \n Attend tender review meetings and client interviews where required. \n Liaise with commercial, operational and engineering teams to ensure successful project \n handovers. \n Support value engineering initiatives and alternative construction methodologies. \n Mentor and support junior estimators withinthe team. \n \n Typical Projects \n You'll be involved in pricing a diverse portfolio of schemes including: \n \n Large residential housing developments \n Strategic land and infrastructure packages \n Roads and sewers \n Bulk earthworks \n Drainage and utilities \n Section 278 and Section 38 works \n Highway improvements \n Civil engineering and infrastructure schemes \n \n Project values typically range from £1m to £30m. \n About You \n \n The successful candidate will have: \n Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within the groundworks, civil engineering or infra \n structure sector. \n Strong understanding of residential groundworks and infrastructure projects. \n Experience pricing earthworks, drainage, foundations, highways and external works. \n Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail. \n Strong communication and negotiation skills. \n The ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously. \n Experience using estimating software and Microsoft Office. \n A proactive and collaborative approach to working with internal teams and clients. \n \n Package \n • Salary up to £110,000 per annum \n • Company car or car allowance \n • Annual bonus \n -Private healthcare \n • Pension scheme \n • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays \n • Ongoing professional development \n • Excellent long-term career progression \n \n Apply \n If you're an experienced Senior Estimator looking to join a growing and highly regarded groundworks contractor with an excellent reputation across the residential and infrastructure sectors, we'd be keen to hear from you. \n \n Apply today for a confidential discussion and further information regarding this opportunity.

Senior Quantity Surveyor \n UNIQUE Infrastructure project \n Bedfordshire \n Up to £72,000 plus company package \n \n The Opportunity \n \n Kenton Black is working with a leading tier-one contractor within the infrastructure sector who is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a portfolio of local authority projects across Bedfordshire. \n \n This is a key commercial role within a well-established infrastructure team, offering the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of civil engineering schemes while managing cost, risk, and stakeholder relationships. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Promote and maintain a safe working environment at all times \n Prepare and negotiate subcontract documentation, including terms, pricing, and programmes \n Manage subcontract packages, including interim assessments and change control \n Issue commercial notices to clients and subcontractors in line with contract requirements \n Manage and assess change events, including compensation event quotations \n Produce, submit, and agree monthly applications in accordance with contract terms \n Work closely with operational and engineering teams to ensure accurate site records are maintained \n Prepare monthly reporting, including Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR), and maintain cost plans with accurate forecasting and tracking \n \n About You \n Strong understanding and experience working with NEC contracts \n Proficient in IT systems including Excel, Word, and commercial management platforms (e.g. CEMAR, Oracle) \n Relevant degree or equivalent experience within a commercial environment \n Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure projects or multiple smaller schemes \n CSCS card (relevant level) \n Excellent time management and commercial awareness \n Professional membership (e.g. MCIOB, MRICS) or working towards this (desirable) \n \n The Client \n \n Our client is a well-established principal contractor with a strong presence across the UK infrastructure sector. They have a robust pipeline of secured work and continue to grow through long-term framework agreements and high-profile project wins. \n \n They are known for delivering complex infrastructure schemes, maintaining strong relationships with local authorities, and investing in the development and wellbeing of their workforce. \n \n What’s on Offer \n Competitive salary and benefits package \n Strong pipeline of secured work providing long-term stability \n Opportunities for career progression and professional development \n Flexible and agile working arrangements where applicable \n Supportive and collaborative team environment \n \n About the Sector \n \n The infrastructure division continues to expand, delivering essential projects that support local communities, improve transport networks, and contribute to long-term sustainability goals. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility, this is an excellent time to join a forward-thinking contractor in a growing market. \n \n Apply Now! Or Get in touch with Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham for a confidential chat!

We’re excited to be partnered with a leading infrastructure organisation delivering essential services across the UK and they’re looking for a Senior Environmental Consultant to join their growing team. \n \n This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where you’ll play a key role in shaping sustainable infrastructure. From major highways projects to innovative environmental solutions, you’ll work at the heart of design, construction, and operational delivery, driving real environmental value and making a visible impact across communities. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n \n\n • Leading Environmental Delivery – Provide expert consultancy across both desk- and site-based projects within a varied and exciting portfolio\n, • Driving Sustainable Outcomes – Identify opportunities to enhance carbon reduction, biodiversity net gain, and overall sustainability performance\n, • Collaborating Across Projects – Work closely with engineers, construction teams, and stakeholders to ensure compliant, high-quality design solutions\n, • Owning Technical Excellence – Prepare and review reports, manage complex projects, and ensure robust environmental documentation and delivery\n, • Developing People & Performance – Mentor junior team members, contribute to team growth, and support project success through effective resource and budget management\n\n \n Who they’re looking for: \n \n\n • Experienced Environmental Professional – Proven track record in a similar role within construction or infrastructure environments\n, • Knowledgeable & Qualified – Clear understanding of UK environmental legislation, with chartership achieved or in progress\n, • Sustainability-Focused – Experience in carbon, biodiversity, and wider environmental assessments\n, • Strong Communicator & Collaborator – Confident working with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments\n, • Organised & Results-Driven – Skilled in project management, reporting, and balancing competing priorities with a proactive approach\n

Town Planner \n \n Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire \n Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience \n Employment type: Full-time, permanent \n Working pattern: Hybrid \n \n About the role \n \n An established and growing private sector planning consultancy in Bedford is looking for an enthusiastic Town Planner to join its expanding team. \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to develop their career within a commercially focused consultancy, working on a varied portfolio of projects across residential, commercial and mixed-use development. \n \n You will have the opportunity to take responsibility for your own projects while working alongside experienced planning professionals and advising clients throughout the development process. \n \n Key responsibilities \n \n\n • Preparing and submitting planning applications and associated documents.\n, • Providing planning advice to private and public sector clients.\n, • Undertaking planning appraisals and development potential assessments.\n, • Researching planning policy and interpreting national and local planning guidance.\n, • Managing planning applications and liaising with local planning authorities.\n, • Attending client meetings, site visits and planning committees where appropriate.\n, • Supporting the preparation of planning statements, appeals and other planning documents.\n, • Building strong relationships with clients, consultants and planning officers.\n, • Contributing to the continued growth and development of the consultancy.\n\n \n About you \n \n We are looking for someone who is motivated, commercially aware and keen to progress within the private sector. \n \n Ideally, you will have: \n \n\n • A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.\n, • Relevant planning experience, ideally within a consultancy or local authority environment.\n, • Good knowledge of the UK planning system and development management.\n, • Strong written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Excellent organisational and project management abilities.\n, • The confidence to communicate with clients and other professional stakeholders.\n, • A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.\n\n \n RTPI membership or progress towards chartership would be advantageous, although candidates with the right experience and potential will also be considered. \n \n What we offer \n \n\n • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Varied and interesting development projects.\n, • Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.\n, • Support towards RTPI chartership and professional qualifications.\n, • A collaborative and friendly working environment.\n, • The opportunity to work closely with experienced planning professionals and have genuine client exposure.\n\n \n Interested? \n If you're a Town Planner looking for your next opportunity in the private sector and would like to join a forward-thinking consultancy in Bedford, we'd love to hear from you.

Property Strategy Manager£48,500 plus £2000 car allowanceBedford and the surrounding areasPermanent, Full TimePlease note: We are open to those looking for Part-Time or Flexible working.bpha are looking for an analytical and commercially minded Asset Strategy Manager to support the delivery of our Asset Management Strategy. You will play a key role in assessing property performance, undertaking options appraisals, and making recommendations that optimise asset value, operational efficiency and customer outcomes. You will also support acquisitions, disposals, lease management and strategic decision-making across the portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyse portfolio performance and provide data-driven recommendations to support asset strategy.Undertake options appraisals to inform investment, redevelopment, retention and disposal decisions.Lead on small to medium-scale asset decisions in line with delegated authority levels.Support property and land acquisition and disposal activities, including business case preparation.Manage commercial leases and partnerships, maximising value while mitigating risk.Collaborate with teams across Housing, Investment, Regeneration, Sustainability, Sales and Finance to ensure informed asset decisions.Build and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders including agents, valuers, developers and tenants.Maintain and develop asset performance data and reporting to support strategic decision-making.Person SpecificationExperience within asset management, property strategy, social housing or a related property environment.Strong analytical skills with experience in financial appraisals, portfolio analysis and asset performance assessment.Understanding of NPV, yield analysis and data-led decision-making.Experience managing stakeholder relationships and influencing decision-making.Knowledge of commercial leases and property-related contracts.Understanding of the housing association regulatory environment.Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience.RICS qualification or working towards professional accreditation.Key SkillsStrong commercial and analytical mindset.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to interpret complex property and financial data.Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.Ability to balance commercial performance with social value outcomes.Please Note: Early application is encouraged, as we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive a strong response from suitable candidates.TPBN1_UKTJ

The Permanent Division of Robert Half is excited to be working on a retained basis with Premier Cables/IEWC in Bedford to assist with the recruitment of a Management Accountant \n IEWC is a leading supplier of wire, cable, and wire management products and also specializes in manufacturing value added solutions. The company is committed to empowering its team members and partners to drive a more connected future. They focus on delivering a broad portfolio of wire and cable solutions to thousands of companies in manufacturing, infrastructure, broadcast, professional audio-visual, and telecommunications. The organization has grown organically and through acquisition during its 60-year history and today is comprised of six companies: IEWC, Cablcon, Jupiter Communications, Premier Cables, Bevco & Simcona. \n Premier Cables has recently located to a larger site in Bedford to accommodate the 3-5 year growth plan. Employing c.65 employees - this is the base for the EMEA operation which has presence in mainland Germany. \n The Role \n The Management Accountant will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and actionable insight to support strategic decision-making. You will take ownership of the month-end process, budget preparation, variance analysis, and operational forecasting while acting as a trusted finance business partner across departments. This is an excellent opportunity to add value to the business in order to assist with continued and sustained development. \n Day to day duties will consist of: \n\n • Lead the end-to-end month-end process, ensuring accurate closure of ledgers and timely preparation of monthly management accounts.\n, • Prepare Profit & Loss (P&L) statements, Balance Sheet reconciliations, and Cash Flow statements.\n, • Calculate and post accruals, prepayments, fixed asset depreciation, and intercompany transactions.\n, • Produce commentary on monthly performance, identifying key cost drivers and variances against budget and forecast.\n, • Assist in the annual budgeting process and quarterly/rolling forecasts across revenue and operational expenditure.\n, • Conduct margin, product, and cost-centre profitability analysis to identify opportunities for efficiency and growth.\n, • Prepare financial packs for the monthly departmental business reviews\n, • In collaboration with Materials Management, analyse inventory levels, stock turns, and sales trends to identify inventory anomalies, excess holdings, or shortages.\n, • Monitor working capital and maintain cash flow forecasts.\n, • Maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.\n, • Act as a primary liaison for annual statutory audit preparation.\n, • Ensure a culture of continuous improvement in the policies, systems, processes, and methods of the supervised function.\n, • Stay updated with emerging financial technologies and best practices.\n, • Ensure that documentation is maintained to allow the Finance Department to track all acquisitions, maintenance, and repair of real estate, distribution centre, and office equipment at all IEWC EMEA subsidiaries.\n\n Your Profile \n You will be a Qualified Accountant with a "can do" Approach to financial issues and able to take ownership and accountability for cross functional issues and commercial support. Previous experience of UK/US GAAP would be beneficial as would Rubicon or SAP exposure. You will be interpersonally effective and looking for a strong opportunity to develop skills and experience in a fast moving business. \n Salary and Benefits \n The role of Management Accountant for Premier Cables in Bedford is offering a salary of £50-55K will be working in the office 4 days a week sometimes 5. This is an exciting and strong development opportunity for someone to push their career forwards in a role within a changing outlook the next 3-5 years. \n \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Company profile:Our client is an ambitious and innovative leader within the packaging supply industry and part of a successful European group. They are committed to delivering exceptional customer service through innovation, sustainability and commercial excellence. Their core values of Doing the Right Thing, Being Accountable and Succeeding Together underpin everything they do, creating a collaborative culture with genuine opportunities for career progression and personal development.Senior Category Manager Cartons, Boxes & Postal PackagingAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join the Product & Purchasing Team and take ownership of a portfolio of strategically important Cartons, Boxes and Postal Packaging product categories.This is a highly commercial role, responsible for delivering sales and margin performance through effective category management, strategic supplier relationships, product innovation and lifecycle management. You will become the recognised product expert for your categories, working closely with Sales, Marketing, Purchasing and key suppliers to develop market-leading product ranges that deliver sustainable business growth and competitive advantage.Key ResponsibilitiesTake full ownership of strategically important product categories, delivering revenue and margin performance in line with business objectives.Develop and implement category strategies to maximise sales, profitability and long-term growth.Manage the complete product lifecycle, including range optimisation, new product introduction and product rationalisation.Identify market trends, customer requirements and innovation opportunities to ensure the product portfolio remains competitive.Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with suppliers, negotiating commercial agreements that deliver value while supporting sustainability initiatives.Ensure products are sourced from the right suppliers at the right quality, cost and service levels, leveraging group purchasing relationships where appropriate.Work closely with Sales teams, supporting quotations, tenders and customer opportunities while providing technical product expertise.Collaborate with Marketing to develop compelling product propositions, catalogue content, website information and promotional campaigns.Develop and present category plans and product roadmaps aligned with wider business objectives.Maintain accurate product information, specifications and sustainability documentation within ERP and product information systems.Monitor competitor activity, market developments and emerging sustainable packaging solutions to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Act as the internal product expert, developing product knowledge across the business and supporting customer visits where specialist expertise is required.About YouWe are looking for a commercially driven Category Management professional with a proven track record of delivering successful product strategies and commercial growth.You will ideally have:Significant experience in Category Management, Product Management or a similar commercial role.A proven ability to develop category strategies and manage commercially important product portfolios.Strong commercial acumen with experience of delivering sales growth, margin improvement and supplier negotiations.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across Sales, Marketing and Purchasing functions.Experience supporting quotations, tenders and customer-facing commercial activities.Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and advanced Excel capability.Experience managing product data and ERP or Product Information Management systems.Previous packaging industry experience would be highly advantageous, particularly within cartons, corrugated packaging, postal packaging or related product categories.What's on OfferSalary of £50,000£55,000Company bonusEnhanced pension contributionFree on-site parkingOn-site gymA collaborative, values-driven culture focused on innovation, sustainability and customer success.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Category Manager looking to take ownership of strategically important packaging categories within a growing business, where they can make a genuine commercial impact while continuing to develop their career.If you feel you have the right skill set and attributes for this role and that its the challenge you are looking for then please apply via the website.TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Quantity SurveyorSouth of England | Office & Site BasedPermanentWho are weMCR Property Group is a national real estate investment and development company with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh. The business focuses on residential and industrial new build alongside the strategic asset management of existing assets, with a current pipeline of approximately 7,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion.The roleWith significant expansion planned over the coming years, MCR is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its London-based development team and play a key role in delivering projects across the South of England. Our flagship new build project, based in Bedford, will be the main focal point. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide commercial leadership and take responsibility for the financial performance of assigned developments, ensuring projects are procured effectively and delivered on time and within budget.Reporting directly to the Construction Director, Commercial Director and the Board, the role offers a high level of visibility and involvement in strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting monthly commercial reports, cost forecasts and valuations, managing contract and subcontract packages, administering variations and supporting projects through to final account. They will work closely with Project Managers and fellow Quantity Surveyors across the business, contributing to procurement strategy, value engineering initiatives and ongoing cost control throughout the project lifecycle.About youApplicants should have a minimum of five years' experience working as a Quantity Surveyor across a range of project types and values, with a background gained at either a developer, main contractor or subcontractor. A strong understanding of subcontract procurement and construction commercial management is essential, along with experience in both pre- and post-contract administration, including cost planning, estimating, preparation of bills of quantities, tendering and procurement, valuations, final accounts and commercial reporting. Candidates should also demonstrate a broad understanding of construction processes, materials and building systems, be confident using Excel and other standard office software, and hold a full UK driving licence.MCR is looking for an individual who approaches challenges proactively, is comfortable acting as a sounding board for project teams and can provide clear, commercially sound solutions when issues arise. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills are essential, along with the confidence to engage professionally with stakeholders at all levels of the business and supply chain. The role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values accountability and is motivated by the opportunity to play a visible role within a growing national developer.This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly active and ambitious organisation, work on high-profile residential and industrial developments, and build a long-term career within a business that offers genuine responsibility, progression and exposure to senior leadership from day one.TPBN1_UKTJ

Class 2 Driver - DrayLocation: Bedford, MK41 0FS.Pay: £19 per hour | Up to £900+ per week | Weekly payHours: 48 hours per weekShift: 4:00am startsAbout the RoleWe are looking for a professional Class 2 Drivers to work on behalf of our client in Bedford on a temp to perm basis.As a Class 2 Driver you will play a vital role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full, while providing a high-quality, professional service to your customers. Working as part of a team of distribution operatives and reporting to your Line Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Warehouse and Office teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation and the achievement of overall site objectives.You will be responsible for delivering products from distribution centres directly to customers. These include pubs, supermarkets, and key events.Key Responsibilities Deliver goods to customers safely, on time, and in full, following all legal and company requirements.Work closely with the Warehouse, Transport, and Office teams to ensure smooth daily operations.Support yard and loading activities as required.Complete multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards.Carry out vehicle checks, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and report defects or incidents promptly.Adhere to Working Time Directive, driver hours, health & safety, and company policies.Handle delivery issues professionally, escalating to the Transport or Customer Service team when needed.Act as a role model by working safely, respectfully, and with integrity at all times.Support continuous improvement and assist with training new team members as required.Qualifications Current and valid Category C Driving Licence (no more than 6 points)Current and valid Driver CPCCurrent and valid Digital Tachograph CardBasic numeracy and literacy skillsForklift licence (B1 Counterbalance) is desirableExperience of multi-drop deliveriesSkills & Attributes Self-motivated with the ability to use initiativeStrong time-management skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively in a time-sensitive environmentClear and confident communication skillsCollaborative and supportive team mindsetPositive attitude toward feedback and continuous improvementYou can look forward to the following benefits: 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)Access to the MyPath upskilling programme£19 per hourWeekly payAbout our client:Our client is a leading beverage company, bringing together a rich heritage in brewing and soft drinks innovation. Operating across the UK and international markets, the company offers a diverse portfolio of well-known brands spanning beer, soft drinks, and energy beverages.With a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and innovation, our client is committed to creating great drinking experiences while reducing its environmental impact. The business fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering employees to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and evolving industry.Apply now and a member of our Team will be in contact!If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.TPBN1_UKTJ

About the job.National Highways has an exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Portfolio Management (EPM) Lead to play a key role in aligning Digital Services investment, demand and delivery with organisational strategy and priorities. The role sits at the centre of strategy, performance and delivery, providing an enterprise-wide view of the portfolio and enabling informed, joined-up decision-making.You will lead portfolio, demand and resource management across business-as-usual activities, programmes and projects, building and prioritising the IT backlog in line with strategic objectives and capacity. Working closely with senior leaders and delivery teams, you will ensure work is properly governed, resourced and financed, intervening where required to protect benefits and outcomes. One of the key deliverables of this role will be to own, develop and lead the quarterly planning process, ensuring clear prioritisation, transparency of trade-offs, and alignment between strategic intent, funding and delivery capacity.The role also champions continuous improvement, embedding best practice, introducing appropriate tools and ways of working, and driving a forward-looking, efficient and transparent portfolio management function.Our technology estate is broad, diverse and continuously evolving. You will work across everything from internal business platforms to the systems that manage physical assets and keep England's road network operating safely and reliably. This is an opportunity to develop solutions that have a real-world impact for millions of people.Please note this position can be based from any of our UK offices however travel to other offices to attend team meetings will be required.Lead Enterprise Portfolio Management (EPM) across business-as-usual activities, programmes and projects, providing oversight of demand, capacity and resources to ensure delivery is aligned to organisational and Digital Services Strategy.Establish a forward-looking portfolio function, anticipating demand and optimising the use of resources to support strategic priorities, including ownership and leadership of the quarterly planning and prioritisation process, and maintaining a balanced, sustainable delivery pipeline.Ensure effective governance of programmes and projects, including alignment to the Digital Services Strategy, financial and resource assurance, benefits realisation, and intervention where delivery risks or business case benefits cannot be met, supporting the targeted 80/20 planned versus reactive demand model.Work closely with operational delivery leaders and senior stakeholders across the directorate to align cross-functional activities, identify opportunities for enterprise-wide technology change, and provide leadership for the delivery of those change initiatives.Drive continuous improvement in portfolio, service and capacity management, keeping abreast of industry best practice, setting policy and standards, embedding efficient ways of working, and providing direction on the use of appropriate tools, methodologies and justified new investments.Provide strong people and financial leadership, managing and developing the EPM team to deliver portfolio operations and business process improvement, while owning team budgets, forecasts and cost management to ensure effective and transparent use of resources.About you.Significant experience operating in complex IT programme and portfolio environments, leading high-risk and high-value initiatives, prioritising demand and resources based on strategic intent and return on investment, and ensuring effective governance across the full delivery lifecycle including designing and leading structured quarterly planning cycles that bring clarity, alignment and accountability.Proven ability to lead and facilitate discussions with senior stakeholders, including Heads of Service, Digital Services leadership teams and executive audiences, confidently accepting challenge, providing constructive challenge in return, and bringing clarity to complex or constrained situations.Demonstrates strong knowledge of current technologies used to build and operate digital services, with the ability to understand technical plans, service design and delivery activities sufficiently to enable informed, evidence-based decision-making at pace.Degree-qualified (preferably in Technology, Engineering or a mathematical discipline), or holds a recognised project or programme management accreditation, or equivalent professional experience gained through leading complex digital and technology portfolios.A confident and credible leader who leads from the front, successfully implementing change across teams and functions, applying lean, continuous improvement and lifecycle-based approaches, and creating an environment where teams are supported to perform, improve and deliver sustainable outcomes.About us.Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership.The Digital Services Directorate is helping to reshape the way National Highways operates by delivering digital, data, and technology services across all areas, from frontline to back office, in a modern and efficient manner. Our vision is to develop integrated information and technology that empowers our colleagues and provides real-time information to our customers, as well as integrating with intelligent vehicle and transport systems as they evolve, to enhance journey safety and reliability.Current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy.We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.TPBN1_UKTJ

Location: BedfordshireJob Type: Full TimeSalary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsAn established and highly respected regional main contractor is seeking a BIM Coordinator to join its growing Digital Construction team.This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced BIM Technician looking to progress into a coordination role or an established BIM Coordinator seeking a fresh challenge within a forward-thinking construction business.Working across a diverse portfolio of projects including commercial, education, healthcare, research & development, automotive and industrial sectors, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality digital information throughout the project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to handover.The RoleWorking closely with design teams, consultants, subcontractors and project delivery teams, you will support the successful implementation of BIM processes and digital construction standards across multiple live projects.Key responsibilities include:Developing and coordinating BIM models using Autodesk Revit.Producing technical drawings and project documentation using Revit and AutoCAD.Managing project information within a Common Data Environment (CDE).Reviewing Employer's Information Requirements (EIR) and Asset Information Requirements (AIR).Supporting project delivery in accordance with BIM Execution Plans (BEP).Undertaking clash detection and model coordination using Navisworks Manage.Assisting with design validation throughout the project lifecycle.Carrying out model audits across the various RIBA stages.Visiting construction sites to verify installed works against coordinated models.Preparing digital project information and model deliverables for project handover.Promoting BIM best practice and supporting continuous improvement across the business.Candidate ProfileThe successful candidate will be a collaborative and organised individual with strong technical skills and a passion for digital construction.Applicants should ideally have experience of:BIM Coordination or BIM Technician duties within the construction industry.Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage and AutoCAD.Autodesk ReCap and Trimble SketchUp.Model coordination, clash detection and digital construction processes.Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.QualificationsLevel 3 qualification (A Levels or equivalent) in a STEM or construction-related discipline.HNC/HND or Level 4 qualification in Construction, Engineering or a related subject is advantageous.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.What's on OfferCompetitive salary and full benefits packageCompany pension.Ongoing training and professional development.Excellent career progression opportunities.Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of high-quality construction projects within a supportive and collaborative team.TPBN1_UKTJ

Grow Your Impact. Strengthen Our Strategic Accounts.This is a growth role at the core of Vertiv’s Service business.We’re looking for a high-energy, commercially driven Accounts Manager, Service Sales Strategic Account to take ownership of strategic accounts, expand service revenue, and position Vertiv as the partner of choice across the full lifecycle.This role is ideal for individuals looking to expand their commercial exposure, strengthen customer engagement, and contribute to a high-priority area for Vertiv.What You’ll DoDrive service sales performance across assigned accountsBuild and strengthen long-term customer relationshipsLead Service Account Plans and identify growth opportunitiesCollaborate with Strategic Account Directors and internal teamsSupport a consistent and high-quality customer experienceWhat We’re Looking For Strong performance track record within VertivGood understanding of our service portfolio and customer baseCommercial mindset and customer focusStrong collaboration and communication skillsExperience in Service, Service Sales, or Account Management is a plusWhy This OpportunityBroaden your role and increase your business impactGain exposure to strategic accounts and senior stakeholdersContribute to a key growth area for VertivDevelop your career within the organizationLocation & TravelUK, Ireland, Benelux, GermanyInternational travel required#LI-NS1 #LI-REMOTEPosting Date: 2026-07-22

Staff discounts across the portfolio for Food, Beverage and Accommodation /n Are you an experienced Food & Beverage Manager looking for your next challenge within a well-established corporate hotel?. Job Description Food & Beverage Manager The Package /n Salary of IRO £38/40000 /n Access t

Facilities Management, Minor Works, Construction and CAPEX procurement. Lead end-to-end procurement activities from RFQ and tender issuance through to evaluation, negotiation and contract award. Manage a portfolio of indirect procurement projects across facilities, services and capital expenditure c

An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join a reputable groundworks contractor as Health Safety & Environment Advisor, covering their projects across the Bedfordshire region and surrounds. They are looking to add to an existing dynamic team who work closely with site management to manage risks across their project portfolio. Reporting into Senior Management you will be: • Reviewing, improving and approving Health and Safety plans • Monitoring and reporting Health and Safety performance • Managing sub-contractors and their performance whilst coaching a Health & Safety ethos out on-site • Providing operational support in managing safety and driving continuous improvement in site safety You will well-versed in coaching and mentoring personnel, controlling their safety output on-site and ensuring compliance across a diverse and challenging risk portfolio. You will be: • An excellent communicator, comfortable building relationships from site to board level • NEBOSH/NCRQ-qualified • Experienced in civil engineering hazards, particularly groundworks (ESSENTIAL) • A solutions-led H&S professional, capable of identifying and managing risk This is an excellent chance to join a growing company in an increasingly busy sector with great development opportunities. You will earn an extremely competitive salary of between £50-60,000 plus car allowance and package and will be promoting the hi...

Work at the forefront of data centre cooling innovation supporting high-density and AI environments Act as a technical authority, influencing solutions with global clients and key stakeholders Hybrid role combining engineering expertise, customer engagement, and European travel An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Presales Engineer specialising in cooling solutions. You'll support sales teams and key accounts across the full project lifecycle, from early engagement and technical qualification through to solution design and handover. This role is customer-facing, delivering presentations, validating designs, and ensuring technically robust, competitive proposals. Travel is approximately 25% across the UK and Europe. This is not a sales position purely the technical support element. Perfect fit for a cooling engineer looking to transition off the tools. Our client is a global leader in electrical and digital infrastructure, delivering advanced solutions for mission-critical environments such as data centres. With a portfolio spanning power, cooling, and structured cabling, they are known for innovation, reliability, and supporting high-performance IT infrastructure worldwide. Requirements Degree in Engineering or similar technical field Experience in data centre cooling or technical presales Strong knowledge of airflow, heat rejection, and efficiency principles Confident delivering technical presentations to varied audiences Wi...

Air Conditioning Lead Salary and Package - £48,000 basic salary plus door-to-door pay, company van and fuel card, offering excellent earning potential Overtime available Call-out payments Standby allowance Weekend overtime available Performance-related bonuses Ongoing training and development * Full-time, permanent position Location - Bedfordshire based with travel to commercial customer sites across the surrounding region. Full-time, Permanent Position If you're an experienced Air Conditioning Lead or Senior Air Conditioning Engineer looking to take the next step in your career, this Air Conditioning Lead opportunity offers the chance to lead a team while remaining hands-on. This Air Conditioning Lead role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities across a varied portfolio of commercial sites. As an Air Conditioning Lead, you'll support engineers, build strong customer relationships and help maintain the high standards the business is known for. This Air Conditioning Lead position offers long-term stability, excellent earning potential and genuine career progression. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with an established facilities maintenance and building services contractor delivering planned and reactive maintenance, installations and compliance services across commercial properties. About the Company Established for over 30 years, the b...

Implement procurement policies, governance, and performance metrics. Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Bedfordshire based client to recruit for a Head of Supply Chain. Job Purpose: The Head of Supply Chain is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end supply chain func

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Health and Safety professional to lead a regional Health and Safety function across a diverse portfolio including corporate environments, energy services, technical facilities, life sciences and manufacturing. You will play a key role in shaping th

Senior Category Manager Cartons, Boxes & Postal Packaging. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Category Manager to join the Product & Purchasing Team and take ownership of a portfolio of strategically important Cartons, Boxes and Postal Packaging product categories. This is

An established and growing accountancy practice is looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to join its friendly and professional team.This is a varied role supporting a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from sole traders and partnerships to limited companies.The successful candidate will id

The Role Permanent Full Time Purpose of the Role The Technical Solutions Engineer plays a key role in supporting customers, suppliers, and colleagues with the selection, application, and implementation of Gapp's automation and motion control technologies. Working across products including linear motion systems, motors, gearboxes, power transmission, and related automation solutions, the role combines technical support, solution development, project coordination, and customer engagement. This is a broad and collaborative position suited to an engineer who enjoys understanding customer challenges, developing practical solutions, and working closely with colleagues and supply partners. While technical competence is essential, success in the role depends equally on communication, curiosity, teamwork, and the ability to learn across a diverse range of applications and industries. Key Responsibilities Customer Solutions & Application Support Support customers with technical enquiries via phone, email, online meetings and site visits. Understand customer applications, requirements and challenges through effective questioning and investigation. Recommend suitable products and integrated solutions from the Gapp portfolio. Prepare technical proposals, quotations and solution recommendations follow up and engage in the sales process. Interpret machine drawings, specifications and application requirements. Assist customers through product selection, implementation and commissioning activities where required. Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations to OEMs, system integrators and end users. Technical Development & Knowledge Sharing Develop and maintain a strong understanding of Gapp's products and technologies. Build application knowledge across key industrial sectors and customer markets. Stay informed of emerging technologies, industry trends and competing solutions. Attend supplier training, product launches and technical seminars. Share knowledge and best practices with colleagues across the business. Contribute to the development of technical resources, guides and training materials. Solution Development & Project Support Work with customers, suppliers and colleagues to develop practical engineering solutions. Support projects from concept through to implementation and completion. Define and document customer requirements and solution proposals. Coordinate technical activities and communicate progress to stakeholders. Identify risks, issues and opportunities and escalate where appropriate. Contribute to project reviews and lessons learned following project completion. Product Testing & Technical Problem Solving Investigate and diagnose product and application issues. Replicate customer problems where necessary to identify root causes. Develop or utilise test equipment and demonstration systems to support investigations. Work with suppliers and customers to determine and implement corrective actions. Support continuous improvement initiatives arising from customer feedback and field experience. Product Returns & Supplier Liaison Manage product returns in accordance with company procedures. Perform initial inspection and testing of returned products. Coordinate repair, replacement or supplier investigations when required. Maintain clear communication with customers regarding findings and outcomes. Develop strong working relationships with key supply partners. Skills & Behaviours Collaboration Works effectively with customers, suppliers and colleagues. Builds strong relationships across all levels of an organisation. Contributes positively within a dynamic and growing team environment. Communication Able to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Confident in customer-facing situations and presentations. Problem Solving Enjoys understanding how systems work and investigating issues. Applies logical and practical thinking to develop effective solutions. Adaptability & Learning Curious, self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies. Comfortable working across multiple product ranges and applications. Customer Focus Committed to delivering a positive customer experience. Responsive, professional and service-oriented. Organisation Able to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. Maintains clear records and follows actions through to completion. Essential Requirements Engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree, Apprenticeship or equivalent experience). Experience in an industrial, mechanical, automation, electrical or manufacturing environment. Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving ability. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation. Good communication and customer-facing skills. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Requirements Experience with linear motion, motors, gearboxes, power transmission or automation products. Experience in technical sales, applications engineering or solution development. Knowledge of CAD software. Familiarity with industrial automation, machine design or motion control systems. Experience working with suppliers, OEMs or system integrators. TPBN1_UKTJ

The role leads a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion, with hybrid working and a salary of £57,000 including £2,000 car allowance.

Operations Manager to lead and develop our portfolio of managed pubs. You’ll own profitability with strong cost control and ensure compliant operations, alcohol, H&S and food safety.

The role also supports acquisitions, disposals, lease management and strategic decision-making across the portfolio, with flexible or part‑time working options. CIH Scotland in Bedford is seeking an analytical and commercially minded Asset Strategy Manager to drive delivery of the Asset Management

This is a self-funded programme that leads to employment, fees apply. Job Guarantee Complete the programme and get a job, or get your course fees back. Looking to start a career in AI Engineering? We are offering a structured pathway into AI Engineering, designed to help you enter one of the fastest-growing sectors in tech with no prior experience. This opportunity includes training, support, and access to our specialised recruitment support for job roles across the UK. No prior experience required. Train online at your own pace and become job-ready in as little as a few weeks. Our programme includes: • Official AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification • Training in Python, Machine Learning, and AI systems • Hands-on projects using real-world AI tools and technologies • Professional CV and LinkedIn support • Interview preparation • Dedicated recruitment support until placed • Personalised 1-1 tutor support • Hands-on projects to build your AI portfolio Flexible, affordable, achievable To make things easier, we offer flexible payment options, allowing you to spread the cost of your training over 12 months so you can get qualified without financial pressure. Salary expectations: • AI Engineer: £45,000 – £60,000 • Machine Learning Engineer: £60,000 – £75,000 • Progression into senior AI roles with higher earning potential We support you into employment We focus on outcomes, not just training. ITOL Recruit has over 15 years of experience supporting candidates into roles across AI, machine learning, and data science roles. From the beginning of your journey to the end, you are supported by qualified tutors, and at the end, our specialised recruitment team helps you secure your first job role. Apply now to get started

Assistant Town Planner | St Neots | £28,000-£35,000 Penguin is proud to be working with a leading multidisciplinary property and consultancy business on an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Town Planner to join their established planning team based in St Neots. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, working across a varied portfolio of planning and development projects. The Role You'll work alongside experienced planners and professionals, supporting projects from initial appraisals through to planning applications and delivery. You'll have the opportunity to: Assist with planning appraisals for land, buildings and development opportunities. * Undertake planning research and analysis. * Prepare and support planning applications, pre-application enquiries and appeals. * Assist with the preparation of planning statements and Design & Access Statements. * Liaise with clients, local planning authorities and other professional consultants. * Support the team with development management and strategic planning projects. * Attend meetings, site visits and planning committees where required. * Develop your understanding of planning policy and legislation. * Work towards professional development and MRTPI accreditation with support from an experienced team. About You The ideal candidate will have: A relevant degree in Town Planning, Geography or a related discipline. * Some previous experience within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment is desirable. * A good understanding of the UK planning system and current planning policy. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Excellent research, analytical and organisational abilities. * A proactive and commercially aware approach. * The ability to work collaboratively while managing your own workload. * A genuine ambition to develop a long-term career in town planning. The role offers the chance to gain exposure to a broad range of planning work while working alongside experienced professionals. Brown&Co's planning teams undertake work including planning appraisals, applications, appeals, development opportunities and client advice, with professional development and training forming an important part of the offering. Salary & Benefits The role also offers opportunities for professional development, ongoing training and progression, alongside a supportive and collaborative working environment. Interested in finding out more?

Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire £35,000 - £45,000 + Company Vehicle + Company bonus + performance bonus (up to 10% of salary) Clear progression and long-term career development + Pension + Annual leave + Social Events + MORE Our client is a well-established electrical contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality building services projects across the South East. Working across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, they have built long-standing relationships with a wide range of clients through their commitment to quality, safety and reliable project delivery. As an Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor you'll be joining their highly experienced commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career with a successful and growing contractor, working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors on a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. Responsibilities Assist with the commercial management of M&E projects from pre-construction through to final account. Support the preparation of cost plans, valuations, variations and final accounts. Measure and value completed works, ensuring accurate records are maintained. Assist with the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, including issuing enquiries and reviewing quotations. Help manage subcontractor payments, applications and account reconciliations. Monitor project costs, budgets and cash flow, reporting any commercial risks or opportunities. Prepare and submit applications for payment and assist with client valuations. Work closely with Project Managers and Site Teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved. Assist in identifying and pricing variations, ensuring all changes are recorded and recovered. Maintain accurate commercial documentation and support monthly cost reporting. Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider project team. Support Senior Quantity Surveyors with the day-to-day commercial management of multiple projects. Requirements Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor position. Experience working within the M&E, building services or construction sector. Understanding of commercial processes, including valuations, variations, subcontractor management and final accounts. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and contract documentation. Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Degree qualified (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline is desirable. Eager to learn, develop and progress within a growing M&E contractor. Full UK Driving Licence is desirable. If you're looking to build your career with a well-established M&E contractor that genuinely invests in its people, offers excellent progression opportunities and provides long-term job security, please get in touch and call Emily on (phone number removed) and click to apply

Civils Team Lead Join Our Growing Multidisciplinary Consultancy in the Southampton or Bedford office! We are looking for an experienced Civils Team Lead to take a key role in leading and developing a civil engineering service within a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Civil Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions while helping to shape the future direction of our civil engineering offering. As a Civils Team Lead, you will lead the delivery of highways, drainage, flood risk, infrastructure and civil engineering projects across a diverse portfolio of UK developments. Working closely with Directors and multidisciplinary project teams, you will have the autonomy to influence technical solutions, develop client relationships and drive the continued growth of the civil engineering team. This Civils Team Lead role combines technical excellence with project management, mentoring, business development and strategic leadership. It is ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, variety and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, with a clear pathway towards senior leadership within the business. Key Responsibilities Lead civil engineering projects from feasibility and planning through to detailed design, construction support and project completion. Prepare and review highway, access, drainage, SuDS, flood risk, levels, external works and infrastructure designs. Identify project constraints, risks and opportunities, including flood risk, utilities, access, ground conditions, buildability and statutory authority requirements. Manage project scope, programmes, fees, resources, quality, risk and change control across multiple commissions. Review calculations, drawings, specifications, reports and technical outputs produced by engineers and technicians. Champion the effective use of drainage, highway, CAD and BIM software, maintaining high technical standards and consistent workflows. Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery. Liaise with planning authorities, highway authorities, Lead Local Flood Authorities, water companies and the Environment Agency. Represent the business at client meetings, site visits, design reviews and project workshops. Support Directors with fee proposals, tenders, business development opportunities and client relationship management. Mentor and develop engineers and technicians, encouraging technical excellence and career progression. Maintain accurate project records, technical documentation, correspondence and quality management processes. About You We are seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer with strong technical knowledge and proven experience leading the delivery of civil engineering projects. You will be confident managing client relationships, overseeing project delivery and mentoring engineering teams while contributing to the continued growth of the business. As Civils Team Lead, you will bring excellent communication skills, commercial awareness and a collaborative approach, with the ability to inspire colleagues and deliver exceptional service to clients. Location This position is ideally based in either Bedford or Southampton, with flexibility to collaborate with Directors, colleagues and clients across the wider business. The role is highly visible and client-facing, offering significant involvement in project delivery, technical leadership and business development. If you are looking for your next opportunity as a Civils Team Lead and want to play a pivotal role in the growth of a respected consultancy, we would love to hear from you

FIND Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading training provider to hire a development coach to support learners undertaking Data Analyst (L4) and Intelligence Analyst (L4) Apprenticeship standards. This is a home based role with 2/3 days on site working in Bedford every 3 months. The Role As an Intelligence/Data Analyst Coach, you'll help apprentices build confidence, capability and progress throughout their apprenticeship journey. You'll deliver high-quality coaching, training, assessment and feedback, supporting learners from initial assessment through to Gateway preparation and successful completion. In your first six months, your biggest impact will be building strong learner relationships, using technology effectively, and keeping apprentices on track against their target achievement dates. This is an opportunity to combine intelligence industry expertise with meaningful coaching, helping learners apply their skills in real workplace contexts. What You'll Own Coach and mentor apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for their apprenticeship, providing timely, constructive and professional feedback. Deliver robust initial assessments, progress reviews and Gateway preparation, ensuring apprentices have a clear, individualised learning journey. Use technology, e-portfolio, MIS and online learning systems to support effective delivery, accurate records and timely learner progress. Maintain strong working relationships with apprentices, military or civilian line managers, customers, business partners and Pearson colleagues to support positive learner outcomes. Monitor progress against target achievement dates, promptly identifying risks, absences or support needs and escalating where needed. Contribute to quality standards through accurate assessment decisions, internal quality assurance expectations, CPD, standardisation and team meetings. About You You bring strong intelligence industry knowledge and a passion for helping apprentices grow. You are organised, learner-focused and confident working independently in a target-driven environment, while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to raise the standard of delivery. Military experience and excellent working knowledge of the intelligence industry Relevant training, teaching or assessor qualification, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent capability. Strong communication, coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and set meaningful objectives. Good IT skills and confidence using technology to support effective and efficient learning delivery. Ability to manage your own time while working remotely and maintaining accurate learner records. Ability to complete an enhanced DBS check and hold UK SC clearance. It Would Be Great If You Also Have Experience of Ofsted inspection, DfE funding requirements or apprentice programme management. A record of consistently strong trainer/assessor observations through OTLA or standardisation activity. Completion of the OPMI/OPTI course at Chicksands. Working knowledge of the Level 4 Data Analyst or Intelligence Analyst apprenticeship standards. What You'll Get The opportunity to make a direct difference to apprentices as they build professional confidence and progress towards successful completion. A role where your intelligence industry expertise is valued and translated into meaningful learning outcomes. A supportive environment with opportunity to contribute to quality improvement, learner success and strong customer relationships. Continued professional development through CPD, team meetings and standardisation activity. A remote working approach with flexibility to manage your caseload, alongside virtual or site-based learner visits when required

Project Delivery Manager £57,000 including £2000 car allowance Bedford, Hybrid Please note, we currently have two vacancies available: 1x Permanent, Full Time and 1x 12m FTC, Full Time We're looking for an experienced Project Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of residential development projects from procurement through to completion. You'll take ownership of project delivery, managing budgets, programmes, risks and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Why bpha? At bpha, we have ambitious plans to grow and deliver more high-quality homes that make a positive difference to people's lives. As we continue to expand, we are looking for talented and ambitious individuals who share our passion for providing excellent homes and services. Join us and play a key role in helping us achieve our growth aspirations while creating communities where people can thrive. What you'll be doing: Managing development projects from handover through to completion. Procuring contractors and associated services. Managing project budgets, cashflows and viability. Monitoring programme performance, risks and project milestones. Leading internal and external project teams. Ensuring compliance with planning, contractual and regulatory requirements. Producing project reports and forecasts. Managing stakeholder relationships, including local authorities, Homes England and project partners. Supporting grant claims and funding compliance. Driving high standards of quality, health and safety, and project delivery. What we're looking for: Proven experience delivering residential development projects. Strong knowledge of procurement, construction and planning processes. Experience managing project budgets, programmes and risks. Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills. Experience working within the housing sector, including knowledge of Homes England funding requirements. A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage early applications

Web Developer Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training courses will help you kick-start a new career as a web developer. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Coding Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee within 20 miles of your location upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part-time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 3-6 months: Step 1 - Introduction to Development - Complete a selection of professional and industry recognised coding courses covering HTML5, CSS3, Javascript and Python. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes, through a portal that you study from home. These courses will give you the basic understanding of the front end programming languages. Step 2 - Full-Stack Development - You will be studying a wide range of, mostly back-end programming languages and skills that will qualify you as a fully-fledged developer. Step 2 is heavily focused on the practical element of learning. With our courses, you will practice the skills as you learn them, through our inbuilt mini-project labs. Step 3 - Two real-world projects - Once you have completed your training you will be assigned 2 real-world projects by your tutor. The projects are the most important part of the Traineeship as it will showcase to employers your practical applications of the coding languages you learnt earlier in the Traineeship. The projects take on real-world scenarios for you to solve and will simulate similar projects that you will encounter when working as a future Developer. Step 4 - Portfolio Website - Now that you have completed the projects its time to showcase them on your own portfolio website. You will be creating a simplistic yet stylish website where you will be able to showcase to potential employers a snapshot of your level of ability as a Full-Stack developer. This will include the coding languages you are proficient in, links to the two real-world projects you completed, Github work you accumulated during your studies and any other relevant information. Your Web Developer Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training, which includes the online courses, practical projects and building your own portfolio, we will place you into a Web Development/Software Development role, where you will be guaranteed a great starting salary. We have partnered with a number of large organisations strategically located throughout the UK, providing a nationwide reach of jobs for our candidates. At a one off cost of £1499, or 13 interest free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in coding? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. ‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Data Scientist Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career as a Data Scientist. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Data Science Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee within 20 miles of your location upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part-time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 6-12 months: Step 1 - Full Data Science Career Training You will begin your data science journey by studying a selection of industry-recognized courses that will take you from beginner level all the way through to being qualified to work in a junior Data Scientist role. Through the interactive courses, you will gain knowledge in Python, R, Machine Learning, AI, and much more. You will also complete mini projects to gain practical experience and test your skills while you study. This step will fully prepare you for the professional projects that you will undertake in step 4 of this process. At the end of this step, you will complete a short online multiple-choice exam to showcase your understanding of the courses before moving on to step 2. Step 2 - CompTIA Data+ CompTIA Data+ is an early-career data analytics certification for professionals tasked with developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making. It teaches Data Mining, Visualization, Data Governance & Data Analytics. In any industry, gaining official certifications is very important in the recruitment process. Therefore, this globally recognized certification will enhance your CV and make you stand out from the crowd. Step 3 - Official Exam The CompTIA Data+ exam will certify that you have knowledge and skills required to transform business requirements in support of data-driven decisions through mining and manipulating data, applying basic statistical methods, and analysing complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards. The exam is 90 minutes long and can be sat either in your local testing centre or online. Step 4 - Practical Projects Now that you have completed your theory training and official exams, you will be assigned 2 practical projects by your tutor. The projects are the most important part of the traineeship as it will showcase to employers that you have skills required to work in a data science role. The projects will use real world scenarios where you be utilising all of the skill that you have learned. Whilst you are progressing through the projects, you will have the ongoing support from your personal tutor. Once both projects have been completed and given the final sign off, you will have completed the traineeship and will be ready to move onto the recruitment stage. Your Data Science Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training, which includes the online courses, practical projects and building your own portfolio, we will place you into a Data Scientist role, where you will be guaranteed a great starting salary. We have partnered with a number of large organisations strategically located throughout the UK, providing a nationwide reach of jobs for our candidates. At a one off cost of £1495, or a deposit of £212 followed by 10 interest free monthly instalments of £148, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in data science? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. ‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Driver's Mate Location: Bedford Pay: £13.70 per hour Hours: 48 hours per week Shift: Monday to Friday 04.00 to 06.00 starts Contract: Temp We are looking for a professional Driver's Mate to work on behalf of our client in Bedford on a temporary basis. As a Drivers Mate you will play a vital role in ensuring deliveries are completed on time and in full, while providing a high-quality, professional service to your customers. Working as part of a team of distribution operatives and reporting to your Line Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Warehouse and Office teams to ensure the smooth running of the operation and the achievement of overall site objectives. You will be responsible for delivering products from distribution centres directly to customers. These include pubs, supermarkets, and key events. Key Responsibilities Assist with the delivery of goods to customers safely, on time, and in full, following all legal and company requirements. Work closely with the Warehouse, Transport, and Office teams to ensure smooth daily operations. Support yard and loading activities as required. Assist with the completion of multi-drop deliveries while maintaining high customer service standards. Adhere to Working Time Directive, health & safety, and company policies. Handle delivery issues professionally, escalating to the Transport or Customer Service team when needed. Act as a role model by working safely, respectfully, and with integrity at all times. Support continuous improvement and assist with training new team members as required. Qualifications Basic numeracy and literacy skills Previous experience in a Driver's Mate role (dray experience preferred) Experience in multi-drop delivery environments is desirable Strong teamwork and communication skills A reliable, flexible, and professional approach to workSkills & Attributes Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative Strong time-management skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment Clear and confident communication skills Collaborative and supportive team mindset Positive attitude toward feedback and continuous improvementYou can look forward to the following benefits: 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata) Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days) Access to the MyPath upskilling programme £13.70 per hour Weekly payAbout our client: Our client is a leading beverage company, bringing together a rich heritage in brewing and soft drinks innovation. Operating across the UK and international markets, the company offers a diverse portfolio of well-known brands spanning beer, soft drinks, and energy beverages. With a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and innovation, our client is committed to creating great drinking experiences while reducing its environmental impact. The business fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, empowering employees to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and evolving industry. Apply now and a member of our Team will be in contact! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website

Construction Project Director Bedford / Bedfordshire Permanent | Site & Office Based Attractive salary & package About MCR Property Group MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence and offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Our core focus is residential and industrial development, alongside the active asset management of a diverse national portfolio. We currently control approximately 5,000 residential plots and a commercial and industrial portfolio valued in excess of £2 billion. We are entering a significant phase of growth and are seeking driven, capable individuals who want to grow with the business and contribute to the delivery of high-quality schemes across the UK. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Project Director to join MCR Property Group on a major scheme based in Bedfordshire. This is a senior, site-focused role offering the opportunity to take full ownership of project delivery within a fast-paced, highly active development business. You will be sited-based 4 days a week, with 1 day in the London office. This position is ideal for a commercially minded construction leader who thrives on responsibility, enjoys building and leading high-performing teams, and wants to play a key role in delivering complex residential-led developments for a growing national developer. As Construction Project Director, you will assume full responsibility for the successful planning, management, and delivery of the project from pre-construction through to completion. Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you will lead all aspects of site delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will oversee the development of comprehensive project programmes, including timelines, budgets, and resource planning, while building and managing a strong on-site and consultant team. This includes full responsibility for subcontractor procurement, management of all subcontract packages, and coordination of suppliers throughout the build process. The role will involve overseeing the design process from RIBA Stage 3 through to Stage 6, ensuring design intent is maintained while supporting efficient, buildable solutions. You will maintain rigorous quality control procedures, uphold health and safety standards at all times, and ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, building regulations, and company policies. Commercially, you will closely monitor project budgets, manage costs, assess risk, and identify opportunities to add value without compromising quality or programme. You will be responsible for managing project risk registers, resolving issues as they arise, and maintaining clear, consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and reports. Requirements The successful candidate will have proven experience operating at senior project or project director level within residential development, with a strong track record of delivering complex schemes, ideally including high-rise residential projects. A degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred. You will bring strong leadership capability, excellent commercial awareness, and the confidence to make clear, decisive decisions. Experience using construction management software and systems is essential, alongside exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Please note that this role is office- and site-based. We do not offer hybrid or remote working options for this position