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\n Head of Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ) Nuclear Sector Leader | Strategic Department Oversight | Competitive Salary + Benefits | The Opportunity\n A leading nuclear services company is recruiting a Head of SHEQ to take strategic leadership of their SHEQ function. This is a director-level role - a genuine opportunity to shape SHEQ strategy, build capability, and drive cultural transformation across a multi-site, multi-project organisation operating in complex, regulated environments. \n Why Now: The previous Head of ESH&Q has transitioned to lead international project delivery. This creates a leadership vacancy at a pivotal moment - the business is growing, strategic capability is being refreshed, and there's genuine scope to remodel the department structure if you believe it would improve performance and outcomes. \n The Scale: You'll lead a team across multiple locations, overseeing quality assurance, health & safety, environmental management, and operational compliance. You'll report to the Board, shape SHEQ strategy aligned with business objectives, and drive cultural change that embeds safety and quality as non-negotiable. What This Role Demands\n Strategic Leadership You'll develop and implement SHEQ strategy that's integrated into the business plan, not bolted on. You'll contribute to strategic planning with the board, ensure governance arrangements support safe delivery across operational and project environments, and champion initiatives that embed SHEQ into how the business operates. \n Department Ownership & Reshaping You'll take full accountability for the SHEQ function and the team delivering it. You'll build capability, lead multi-disciplinary teams, and - critically - you'll have the authority and strategic vision to reshape the department structure if you believe it would improve performance. This isn't inheriting a static function; you're building one that works. \n Cultural Transformation You'll drive a strong safety culture where questioning attitude, adherence to procedures, and continuous improvement operate as business-as-usual. You'll shape behaviours, influence senior leaders, and build organisational resilience through learning and challenge. \n Assurance & Risk Management You'll ensure the business remains compliant with legislation and regulatory expectations. You'll oversee assurance programmes, engage credibly with clients and regulators, and ensure ESH&Q risks are identified, assessed, and managed to ALARP. You'll provide independent challenge while maintaining operational credibility. \n Client & Stakeholder Interface You'll act as senior SHEQ interface with clients and regulators. You'll provide authoritative advice to the Board on SHEQ risks and regulatory trends. You'll support bids, tenders, and major project reviews, ensuring proposals meet client and regulatory expectations. You'll build strong relationships that support safe, compliant, high-quality delivery. \n Technical Communication You'll translate complex technical, regulatory, and operational SHEQ data into clear, actionable guidance. You'll communicate at all organisational levels - from frontline teams to the Board - with clarity and credibility. You'll challenge poor thinking and drive evidence-based decision-making. About You\n Essential Experience & Expertise \n \n • 10+ years in Health & Safety, Quality and Environment management - preferably with exposure to multiple disciplines\n, • Proven expertise in ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 accreditations and quality management systems\n, • Track record driving organisational change, including integration, restructuring, and capability uplift\n, • Demonstrated evidence of leading cultural transformation, behavioural safety initiatives, and embedding organisational learning\n, • Leadership capability to manage multi-disciplinary teams across multiple locations\n, • Strategic thinking with ability to shape long-term ESH&Q strategy aligned to business and regulatory expectations\n, • Assurance mindset - ability to challenge, verify, and provide independent oversight whilst maintaining operational credibility\n, • Communication excellence - ability to synthesise complex information into clear, actionable guidance\n, • Influencing and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels\n \n Qualifications \n \n • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent (Essential)\n, • Professional body membership in appropriate technical/safety body (Desirable)\n \n Why You'll Succeed You understand that SHEQ isn't a compliance exercise - it's a strategic lever for business performance. You can operate at board level without losing operational credibility. You're driven by outcomes, not bureaucracy. You're open to challenging the status quo and reshaping how the function operates if it improves delivery. You balance risk management with operational pragmatism. You inspire teams and drive cultural change through influence, not just authority. The Role in Context\n This is a director-level position within a leading nuclear services company with established expertise across decommissioning, waste management, consultancy, R&D, engineering design, site installation, and high-hazard physical work. The business operates across multiple sites, manages diverse project portfolios, and serves complex nuclear clients with regulatory requirements that demand rigorous SHEQ leadership. \n The role offers genuine opportunity to develop strategic SHEQ capability and reshape how the function supports the business. You'll have real autonomy to restructure, develop capability, and drive change. What We Offer\n Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus car allowance. Annual bonus structure. \n Strategic Authority: Full accountability for SHEQ strategy and function. Authority to reshape department structure if you believe it improves performance. Seat at board level. Genuine influence on business direction. \n Team & Scale: Leadership of a team across multiple locations managing quality, health & safety, and environmental functions on diverse projects. \n Development: Opportunity to build capability, develop talent, and transform how SHEQ operates within a business that values continuous improvement and professional excellence. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

Operations Manager / Senior Contracts Manager Managing Multiple Fit-Out Projects Across Education & Commercial Sectors Salary: £50,000- £65,000 Ready to step away from managing a single project and take ownership of an entire operation? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager, or ambitious Operations professional to oversee multiple fast-moving fit-out projects while playing a key role in the delivery of a flagship £500k office fit-out project in Carnforth. Working closely with the Managing Director, you'll act as the link between senior leadership and site teams, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest standard. This role offers a genuine opportunity to influence business performance while remaining closely involved with project delivery. The Role You'll oversee a portfolio of education and commercial office fit-out projects, ranging from £10k to £100k, while providing strategic support on a major £500k office fit-out scheme in Carnforth. Rather than being tied to one site, you'll manage the bigger delivery picture across multiple projects, supporting Site Managers, Foremen and subcontractor teams while ensuring resources, programmes and budgets remain on track. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple fit-out and refurbishment projects simultaneously. Act as the key point of contact between site teams and the Managing Director. Support Site Managers and Foremen with project delivery and problem solving. Oversee construction programmes and critical path planning. Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and resources. Ensure compliance with CDM regulations, Construction Phase Plans and RAMS. Drive programme recovery where required. Maintain strong client relationships throughout project delivery. Monitor project costs, budgets and margins. Manage snagging, handover and project close-out activities. About You We're looking for an experienced construction professional with a strong background in managing multiple projects and leading delivery teams. You may currently be a: Senior Contracts Manager Contracts Manager Operations Manager Senior Project Manager looking to move into an operational role You'll have excellent commercial awareness, strong organisational skills, and the ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement when projects require additional support. Essential Experience Managing multiple construction projects simultaneously. Commercial fit-out, office fit-out or education sector experience. Construction programming and critical path analysis. Managing Site Managers, Foremen and subcontractors. Labour planning and resource management. Procurement coordination. Client-facing experience. Strong commercial and financial awareness. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. What's on Offer? Salary up to £65,000 Opportunity to progress into a senior operational leadership position Varied workload across multiple projects Direct involvement with company leadership Key role in delivering a flagship £500k Carnforth project Long-term career development within a growing business

Job Role: Development Engineer Job Type: Full time / Permanent A regional house builder seeks to appoint a Development Engineer to work on new build housing developments in the North West. My client have built a reputation for building quality new homes throughout the North West. Their properties range from luxury detached houses to starter homes in up and coming regeneration areas, spacious family homes to city centre apartments. Development Engineer Role Reporting to the Technical Director and Engineering Manager you will control and coordination of all technical information between external consultants and internal departments to ensure all approvals are obtained and information received issued to allow for a programmed start on site. You will understand, implement and adhere to the company policy/strategy and become part of a small team of Engineers in a busy technical department. Duties to include: Coordination and administration of topographical surveys, geotechnical/geoenvironmental surveys, CCTV drainage surveys, utility surveys, structural surveys General engineering support to the Technical Manager; and the land, commercial, sales and customer care departments Engineering appraisals of prospective development land Coordination and implementation of utility service disconnections and diversions of existing utility apparatus. Coordination and administration of new utility mains installations Appointment of external civil engineering and structural engineering consultants, and the co-ordination and checking of the consultant's designs Coordination and administration of specialist foundation designs and quotations Coordination and administration of S38 and S278 highway works Agreements, S104 and S102 sewer adoption Agreements and S106 sewer connections applications Participation in pre-contract, pre-start and project progress meetings Management of spoil and general earthworks with a proactive approach to arranging and actioning the movement of soils between sites Commission and control of demolition and remediation contracts Liaison with Highway Engineers, Water Authority Engineers and Local Authority Officers Attending meeting and actioning remedial works with subcontractors o facilitate the ultimate and timely adoption of roads and sewers Daily use of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD, printing/plotting and processing of electronic drawing files Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within development in a housing environment and management of spoil and general earthworks across sites Up to date relevant knowledge of building legislation, Highway Design Requirements and current Water Authority Sewer Construction Requirements. Previous working Knowledge of Multi Utility Service Installations Up to date relevant knowledge of Health and Safety legislation Previous experience working for a major housing developer on complex housing sites What's on offer? The company are offering a competitive salary and a package consisting of a car allowance, pension and bonus scheme. If you are interested in the Development Engineer role and would like to have a confidential chat, please contact Deena at Fawkes & Reece or apply via the link below

Associate Director (Surveyor) Office Location: Preston Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + package Project Types: Commercial, Industrial, Retail, Education & Infrastructure Project Values: £1m - £17m, Average £5m - £6m About the business We are working with an independent construction consultancy based in Preston who are looking to appoint an Associate Director to support the continued growth of the business. The business works on behalf of clients across a range of sectors and is currently at an exciting stage of its growth. This is a senior position within the business, with responsibility for managing projects, developing client relationships, bringing in new business and supporting the development of the wider team. There is also further progression available into Director and other senior leadership positions as the business continues to grow. About you Experienced Associate Director or an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step into an Associate Director position Proven ability to independently manage larger projects Confident managing key client relationships and acting as a senior point of contact Commercially astute with a strong understanding of client-side Quantity Surveying Strong business development skills and a proven ability to develop new and existing client relationships Comfortable mentoring and managing junior members of the team Passionate about Quantity Surveying and committed to continued professional development MRICS essential BSc in Quantity Surveying preferred, although HND or equivalent qualifications will be considered Consultancy, main contractor or developer background considered Subcontractor background not suitable Duties Take overall responsibility for larger projects from early feasibility and design stages through to completion Provide commercial and cost advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle Take ownership of key client relationships and become a trusted point of contact Develop existing client relationships and identify opportunities for new business Lead on business development and contribute to winning new work Manage and mentor junior members of the team, supporting their professional development Provide guidance and oversight across the wider project portfolio Work closely with the Directors on the continued growth and development of the business Take an active role in shaping the future direction of the consultancy Progress towards a Director position and other senior leadership opportunities as the business grows

Senior Quantity Surveyor Office Location: Preston Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + package Project Types: Commercial, Industrial, Retail, Education & Infrastructure Project Values: £1m - £17m, Average £5m - £6m About the business We are working with an independent construction consultancy based in Preston who are looking to add a Senior Quantity Surveyor to their team. The business works on behalf of clients across a range of sectors and is currently at an exciting stage of its growth. The successful candidate will work closely with the Directors, taking responsibility for their own projects while having the opportunity to develop alongside the business. About you Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up Able to run projects independently Commercially astute and confident dealing directly with clients Passionate about Quantity Surveying and keen to continue developing professionally RICS pathway essential, with MRICS desirable BSc in Quantity Surveying preferred, although HND or equivalent qualifications will be considered Consultancy, main contractor or developer background considered Subcontractor background not suitable Duties Work on projects from early feasibility and design stages through to completion Take responsibility for projects independently, depending on project size and experience Work alongside a Director on larger projects where required Provide commercial and cost advice to clients throughout the project Work directly with clients and attend project meetings Work with contractors, consultants and wider project teams Support the Directors across the wider project portfolio Take on greater responsibility as your experience develops Opportunities to become involved in business development for someone who wants to progress towards a future Director position

Estimator Up to £50,000 (inc. Car Allowance) | Office-Based | Commercial Fit Out Want to be the go-to Estimator in a growing business where your decisions genuinely shape projects from day one? This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Estimator to step into a standalone role with real ownership and visibility. You'll be working directly with the Managing Director, pricing a constant flow of commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects while playing a key part in the company's continued growth. If you're tired of being a small cog in a large pre-construction team and want a position where your contribution is recognised, this could be the move you've been waiting for. A well-established SME contractor is looking for an Estimator with a fit-out background, although furniture installation experience will also be considered. Projects typically range from £10k to £100k, with larger schemes reaching £500k, across commercial office and education environments. The Role As the company's lead Estimator, you'll take ownership of enquiries from initial scope through to contract award, working closely with the Design, Sales and Delivery teams to ensure projects are accurately priced and successfully handed over. Key responsibilities include: Producing detailed cost estimates and competitive tender submissions. Managing a high volume of enquiries and quotations. Preparing quantity take-offs, cost plans and pricing schedules from drawings and specifications. Procuring and evaluating subcontractor packages. Identifying commercial risks, pricing assumptions and value engineering opportunities. Working alongside Design, Sales and Project Management teams throughout the pre-construction process. Supporting project handovers and pricing additional scopes of work. About You Estimating experience within fit-out, refurbishment or furniture installation. Comfortable working independently and managing your own workload. Ideally 2-3 years' experience at Estimator level or ready to step up into a more autonomous role. Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. Able to thrive within a fast-paced SME environment. What's On Offer? Salary up to £50,000 including car allowance Direct exposure to the Managing Director and senior decision-makers Genuine autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to develop and progress with a growing business Office-based role with occasional flexibility to work from home Varied project portfolio and a steady pipeline of work This is an ideal opportunity for an Estimator looking to take the next step in their career and become a key figure within a growing fit-out contractor

Murphy is recruiting for a Project Director to work with the Energy Team across National Grid, Linear Projects. Line management of Project Managers that are accountable for the operational delivery of the project, chairing regular project team meetings, ensuring actions are recorded and closed out.

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. You’ll be responsible for:Managing delivery as NEC Project Lead (construction) for the Overdale acute hospital. You’ll need to have:Proven experience deli

This role is intended for a Project Manager and Project Director interested in the advancement of their career leading highway planning and design projects. Leading multi-disciplinary teams for preliminary and detail design road and bridge projects for municipal clients as a Project Manager. Who are

The role:Lead the delivery of multiple data centre campus developments from due diligence and masterplanning through execution, handover, and contract administrationDevelop comprehensive Project Execution Plans aligned to client requirements, incorporating communications strategy and key milestonesO

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Director to lead the delivery of a major hyperscale data centre project in East London. Your Role as Project Director Will Include:. This is more than just another Project Director role.

The Consultancy Group (London) seeks a Systems Director / Digital Project Manager for a 3-6 month contract (with potential for a permanent role). This remote (UK) position includes occasional travel and reports to the CFO, owning the technology and systems roadmap while driving integration projects

We are seeking an exceptional Programme Director to lead the final delivery, commissioning and transition into operation of this landmark project. Through the North London Heat and Power Project, we are creating the next generation of sustainable waste infrastructure for north London, providing faci

We are seeking a commercially minded and technically credible Director to establish, grow and support major projects in our Data Centre business. Support project teams and clients in defining digital strategies that improve certainty, performance and operational outcomes. Working in partnership make

Interim Project Director (Healthcare)Northern England | Onsite6-Month Interim Assignmentc. Inside IR35) We are partnering with a major healthcare organisation in Northern England to

Project Director Global Construction Company (Data Centre Projects in UK, EU & USA)£150,000 + package Our client are

Newman Stewart is keen to speak with Senior Commercial Managers and Project Commercial Directors who have experience within nuclear projects or closely related sectors including oil & gas, power generation and energy infrastructure. Senior Commercial Managers & Project Commercial Directors. If you w

Healthcare is one of their strongest sectors, delivering a variety of new build, refurbishment and estate improvement projects for NHS Trusts and private healthcare providers, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys complex, meaningful projects that positively impact communities.

Managing all project phases including pre-construction, project development, bid/award, and project close-out for all assigned projects. Manage/train Junior Project Manager/Project Coordinator. Your deep understanding of the industry and the project landscape will allow you to deliver strategic reco

This will suit someone who is already operating at Associate Director, Director or senior MRICS level and is confident managing both professional surveying instructions and project work, while also generating work through their own network and wider market presence. Director – Building Surveying &

We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Project Leader to lead multiple pre-IND programs in the field of immune-mediated and respiratory diseases.

For someone with the ambition, capability and drive to continue progressing, there is a genuine opportunity to develop into Project Director as your responsibilities and influence continue to grow. You will become a trusted member of a project leadership team, helping steer complex multidisciplinary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join Agilia at Associate Project Director level. Working closely with the Procurement Director, you will lead client-facing procurement delivery, grow the Procurement Service Line, and act as a credible senior practitione

Macdonald & Company are proud to be retained by a market-leading investment, management and development business to appoint their new Director of Project Delivery. Director of Project Delivery | Data Centres. Proven client-side or consultancy experience delivering large-scale data centre projects.

Established Project Director / Senior Project Director with a strong track record delivering major, technically complex projects. A leading international project and cost consultancy is seeking an experienced Freelance Project Director to lead the delivery of a major Data Centre project in London. F

Demonstrable experience delivering Human Factors Integration activities on complex projects. In addition to a competitive salary, CPC Project Services provides comprehensive benefits including private pension, private healthcare, holidays, assistance with private professional membership subscription

Managing all project phases including pre-construction, project development, bid/award, and project close-out for all assigned projects. Manage/train Junior Project Manager/Project Coordinator. Your deep understanding of the industry and the project landscape will allow you to deliver strategic reco

This full-time, hybrid role involves working with clients and project teams to deliver residential and mixed-use developments across the UK (£20m - £150m), reporting directly to a Director while leading high-profile projects and supporting the continued growth of the business. Proven experience le

We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Project Leader to lead multiple pre-IND programs in the field of immune-mediated and respiratory diseases.

MEP Project Director | Hyperscale Data Centre | West London. Main contractor experience on major construction projects. This is a senior project leadership position, taking responsibility for the MEP delivery on a large, technically complex mission-critical scheme.

Project Director / Senior Project Director. Project Director – Flagship Data Centre Project | Central London. If you’re an accomplished Project Director looking to lead one of London’s most significant data centre developments with a contractor renowned for quality and collaboration, get in to

Experience managing, mentoring and developing Project Managers up to Associate Director level. This particular firm has a number of established regional offices and delivers a combination of Project Management, Building Surveying, Cost Management and other services across the Public and Private Sect

If you are an experienced Project Director looking for the opportunity to lead a significant Bristol-based commercial project, this could be an excellent next move. As Project Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring the scheme is del

Senior Project Managers or Project Directors currently delivering major commercial refurbishment, retrofit, workplace or cut & carve projects within Tier 1 contractors or established specialist refurbishment businesses. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a growing portfolio of high-profile p

We're exclusively partnering with a rapidly expanding, design-led hospitality business to appoint a Project Director who will take ownership of its UK development pipeline. Project Director | Hospitality Development. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll lead projects from feasibility through to ope

This role combines strategic project leadership, client relationship management and commercial responsibility, offering the chance to work on high-profile projects alongside a talented multidisciplinary team. Own project planning and execution. Identify and mitigate project risks.

An established and growing independent construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Director of Project Management to lead the next stage of development of its Project Management offering. The incoming Director will be expected to bring a similar level of professional standing and industry recog

We are now seeking a proven Project Director to lead some exciting projects leaning into content creation and comms campaigns. Now looking to expand their busy content and comms team we have a Project Director role where you will be super client facing, leading on larger projects and understanding c

Experience & skills 10+ years' experience delivering international incentive travel programmes within an agency environment Proven experience managing complex, multi-country incentive programmes for global clients Strong commercial acumen, including budget ownership and financial management Ability

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.Office and Residential property refurbishments.Permanent | Site & Office Based.MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company with a strong UK presence