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SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER Our Client, Aberdeen based Operator is seeking an experienced Senior network engineer to join their Aberdeen based team. This is an initial Full time 12-month PAYE contract role. Scope/Overall Purpose of Job Experience in enterprise-scale network environments, with a strong hands-on background in Cisco routing and switching. The role requires expertise in designing, implementing and managing complex on-prem and public cloud network infrastructure to support the client's onshore and offshore operations. Fully understanding the risk and reward of failing fast and implementing fit-for-purpose or 'minimum viable product' where appropriate is important, while ensuring security, integrity and availability is maintained. Key Job Responsibilities Design and deploy scalable and secure network solutions to support client's business operations onshore and offshore. Configure and maintain Cisco routing and switching infrastructure to ensure high availability, resilience and performance. Configure and maintain Meraki wireless networks to ensure seamless connectivity onshore and offshore. Implement and maintain Palo Alto Firewalls and Global Protect VPN to ensure the highest levels of network security, access control, and advanced threat prevention. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and creative thinking skills for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues. Maintain up-to-date network diagrams, documentation, and ensure adherence to security best practices and industry compliance standards. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and avoidance, and service improvement. Key Experience Required Proven experience in a similar role, with exposure to upstream Oil and Gas industry beneficial. Wide Area Networking WAN technologies and associated routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP. VRF and VLAN Demonstrable experience in network administration, analysis, and engineering in a medium to large enterprise environment. Cisco ISR and ASR Routers (2900/4000/1000ASR) Cisco Switching (3850/3650/2960X/4500X/6880/9K) and associated technologies such as VTP, STP, VSS Cisco Meraki Cisco Wireless Technologies including Meraki and Cisco Controller Based solutions Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), TACACS and 802.1X Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls, including policy configurations, VPNs, and Global Protect. Riverbed WAN acceleration products SolarWinds Monitoring, NetFlow, Syslog, SIEM logging QoS Cisco CUCM - Call Manager CUBE routers and SIP. Teams Telephony Exposure to Azure Networking - vNet's, Peering/Routing, NSGs, ExpressRoute, overlay networks, etc. Key Qualifications, Competencies Required Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Exceptionally, experience may be acceptable in lieu of formal qualifications, in such cases, the candidate must have significant experience in the discipline area, including at least 3-5 years in a relevant technically responsible position. Agility - excellent prioritisation skills, enjoys complexity and high levels of demand. Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching (CCNP R&S) or equivalent level of experience. PCNSE or advanced level experience of Palo Alto Firewalls. ITIL v4 Foundation Certification preferred.
May 15, 2025
Contractor
SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER Our Client, Aberdeen based Operator is seeking an experienced Senior network engineer to join their Aberdeen based team. This is an initial Full time 12-month PAYE contract role. Scope/Overall Purpose of Job Experience in enterprise-scale network environments, with a strong hands-on background in Cisco routing and switching. The role requires expertise in designing, implementing and managing complex on-prem and public cloud network infrastructure to support the client's onshore and offshore operations. Fully understanding the risk and reward of failing fast and implementing fit-for-purpose or 'minimum viable product' where appropriate is important, while ensuring security, integrity and availability is maintained. Key Job Responsibilities Design and deploy scalable and secure network solutions to support client's business operations onshore and offshore. Configure and maintain Cisco routing and switching infrastructure to ensure high availability, resilience and performance. Configure and maintain Meraki wireless networks to ensure seamless connectivity onshore and offshore. Implement and maintain Palo Alto Firewalls and Global Protect VPN to ensure the highest levels of network security, access control, and advanced threat prevention. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and creative thinking skills for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues. Maintain up-to-date network diagrams, documentation, and ensure adherence to security best practices and industry compliance standards. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and avoidance, and service improvement. Key Experience Required Proven experience in a similar role, with exposure to upstream Oil and Gas industry beneficial. Wide Area Networking WAN technologies and associated routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF and BGP. VRF and VLAN Demonstrable experience in network administration, analysis, and engineering in a medium to large enterprise environment. Cisco ISR and ASR Routers (2900/4000/1000ASR) Cisco Switching (3850/3650/2960X/4500X/6880/9K) and associated technologies such as VTP, STP, VSS Cisco Meraki Cisco Wireless Technologies including Meraki and Cisco Controller Based solutions Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), TACACS and 802.1X Advanced knowledge of Palo Alto Firewalls, including policy configurations, VPNs, and Global Protect. Riverbed WAN acceleration products SolarWinds Monitoring, NetFlow, Syslog, SIEM logging QoS Cisco CUCM - Call Manager CUBE routers and SIP. Teams Telephony Exposure to Azure Networking - vNet's, Peering/Routing, NSGs, ExpressRoute, overlay networks, etc. Key Qualifications, Competencies Required Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Exceptionally, experience may be acceptable in lieu of formal qualifications, in such cases, the candidate must have significant experience in the discipline area, including at least 3-5 years in a relevant technically responsible position. Agility - excellent prioritisation skills, enjoys complexity and high levels of demand. Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching (CCNP R&S) or equivalent level of experience. PCNSE or advanced level experience of Palo Alto Firewalls. ITIL v4 Foundation Certification preferred.
About the role Balfour Beatty is currently seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join their Power T&D team in Derby. With excellent structural analysis skills your role will be to deliver such design calculations, engineering drawings and documents that enable a safe and constructable engineered solution. You will ideally have some knowledge of lattice type structures. Balfour Beatty welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing arrangements. Additionally, the company offers a flexible working policy to support a healthy work-life balance. What you'll be doing Key Duties: Review designs and design calculations produced by other engineers or apprentices to ensure the designs are appropriate and can be manufactured and constructed safely in accordance with contract documents and/ or current best practice. Produce appropriate designs and design calculations for review by a principal/senior structural design engineer, that can be manufactured and constructed safely in accordance with contract documents and/ or current best practice, and ensure all associated drawings produced represent the design as intended. Practice Safety and Sustainability by Design in all design work ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. Assist in the analysis and resolution of design issues. Communicate as required with other business functions, consultants, clients, and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered to the agreed scope of works, design parameters/methodologies, and engineering programme. Visit operational sites and other offices to discuss design issues and to assist in the development of solutions to operational issues. Analyse and understand tender documents to produce engineering tenders for review by engineering managers, that, state the scope of work to be undertaken, identify the engineering tasks and associated cost allocations, develop engineering programmes, and identify any significant risk. Proactively manage own work commitments to project timescales. Liaise with engineering managers, principal structural design engineers, senior structural design engineers and other engineers or apprentices as required. Support the Chief Engineer - Structures, to deliver technical improvement and innovation. Undertake training as required to enable effective achievement of objectives. Undertake other such duties as may be required by the Design Delivery Manager - Structures. Who we're looking for Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Excellent structural analysis skills, ability to solve problems from first principles. Good communication skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels. Knowledge of lattice type structures. Experience with BS EN 1993-1-1 2005; BS EN 1993-3-1 2006; BS EN 50341-2-9-UK NNA (2017). Experience with Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, Bentley Staad Pro and PLS CADD/TOWER, etc. Working towards IEng/CEng. Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits: - Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. - 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) - Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave - Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more About us Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:
May 15, 2025
Full time
About the role Balfour Beatty is currently seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join their Power T&D team in Derby. With excellent structural analysis skills your role will be to deliver such design calculations, engineering drawings and documents that enable a safe and constructable engineered solution. You will ideally have some knowledge of lattice type structures. Balfour Beatty welcomes applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job-sharing arrangements. Additionally, the company offers a flexible working policy to support a healthy work-life balance. What you'll be doing Key Duties: Review designs and design calculations produced by other engineers or apprentices to ensure the designs are appropriate and can be manufactured and constructed safely in accordance with contract documents and/ or current best practice. Produce appropriate designs and design calculations for review by a principal/senior structural design engineer, that can be manufactured and constructed safely in accordance with contract documents and/ or current best practice, and ensure all associated drawings produced represent the design as intended. Practice Safety and Sustainability by Design in all design work ensuring compliance with CDM regulations. Assist in the analysis and resolution of design issues. Communicate as required with other business functions, consultants, clients, and operational teams to ensure projects are delivered to the agreed scope of works, design parameters/methodologies, and engineering programme. Visit operational sites and other offices to discuss design issues and to assist in the development of solutions to operational issues. Analyse and understand tender documents to produce engineering tenders for review by engineering managers, that, state the scope of work to be undertaken, identify the engineering tasks and associated cost allocations, develop engineering programmes, and identify any significant risk. Proactively manage own work commitments to project timescales. Liaise with engineering managers, principal structural design engineers, senior structural design engineers and other engineers or apprentices as required. Support the Chief Engineer - Structures, to deliver technical improvement and innovation. Undertake training as required to enable effective achievement of objectives. Undertake other such duties as may be required by the Design Delivery Manager - Structures. Who we're looking for Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Excellent structural analysis skills, ability to solve problems from first principles. Good communication skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels. Knowledge of lattice type structures. Experience with BS EN 1993-1-1 2005; BS EN 1993-3-1 2006; BS EN 50341-2-9-UK NNA (2017). Experience with Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, Bentley Staad Pro and PLS CADD/TOWER, etc. Working towards IEng/CEng. Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities. As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn't rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You'll have the freedom to shape the package that's right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits: - Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. - 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata) - Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave - Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more About us Balfour Beatty's Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks. From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK's most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:
Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in May subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply. At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project. The project: Our client is looking to transform their campus and how they operate while maintaining a world-class science and research capability, retaining and developing specialist expertise, in a collaborative and health and safety conscious way. We are delivery partner on their complex, 10 to 15 years, multi-billion-pound programme to redevelop their science campus near Weybridge in Surrey working collaboratively with the client and other partners for technical, cost assurance and technical assurance responsibilities. Delivery accountabilities span the full lifecycle of projects within the overall programme which encompasses sub-programmes for enabling, infrastructure (both temporary and permanent) and new science capability in a live environment on a site of national importance, maintaining logistics and operations at all times. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are: Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff. You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team. Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will ensure robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed in line with service excellence. You will manage delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones. You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project. Determines and arranges project management, technical services and external resources required for the project on an individual and team basis on behalf of client organisation. Collaborates with the team/s (client, design team and other consultants, and contractor) and all stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project in line with all expectations communicating strategies to the team. Demonstrates Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework. Provides subject matter knowledge to support the team(s) from the broader Mace projects and business units to assist in ensuring the best project outcome. Procures and manages design and wider consultant team(s) and project stakeholders to ensure effective completion of responsibilities including project brief/scope, fees, processing claims, deliverable and/or project variations etc. Actively supports collaboration between all parties. Produces design and authorities programme (or works with a planner to produce) to be integrated with procurement and delivery programme. Manages the timely and successful delivery to programme from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones and is accountable for the scope of works relating to the project portfolios. Delivers the project objectives in line with the project execution plan, leads and manages the project team/s and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs). Prepares and modifies where necessary project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s. Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of projects, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations. Collaborates with relevant stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence. Leads and records relevant meetings, providing relevant parties with contextual information and analysis. Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments. Effectively coordinates and communicates with all project stakeholders, ensuring completion of responsibilities/tasks and that appropriate standards and records are documented and maintained. Takes ownership of project changes, as and when necessary, tracking project changes and ensuring they are progressed and formalised within the agreed timeframes. Responsible for ensuring approved handover documentation is coordinated and provided prior to practical completion. Promotes and drives the businesses priorities through construction to production, digital & data and responsible business. Actively networks and seeks understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations. You will support the long-term development of your function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values. Create opportunity for our people to excel: You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities. You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs). You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. You'll need to have: Ability to gain at least CTC level clearance. Experience of two stage design and build contracts. NEC project management experience. Experience of laboratory construction. You'll also have: Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. Substantial experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the consult sector. Property or infrastructure project management expertise. Commercial and financial acumen. Experience of leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams. Experience of developing and forming relationships with senior stakeholders. Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on. Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and if there are any talented people you can recommend, just click the button and use the 'Refer a friend' feature found within the relevant job.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in May subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply. At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site. Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project. The project: Our client is looking to transform their campus and how they operate while maintaining a world-class science and research capability, retaining and developing specialist expertise, in a collaborative and health and safety conscious way. We are delivery partner on their complex, 10 to 15 years, multi-billion-pound programme to redevelop their science campus near Weybridge in Surrey working collaboratively with the client and other partners for technical, cost assurance and technical assurance responsibilities. Delivery accountabilities span the full lifecycle of projects within the overall programme which encompasses sub-programmes for enabling, infrastructure (both temporary and permanent) and new science capability in a live environment on a site of national importance, maintaining logistics and operations at all times. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are: Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff. You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team. Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will ensure robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed in line with service excellence. You will manage delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones. You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project. Determines and arranges project management, technical services and external resources required for the project on an individual and team basis on behalf of client organisation. Collaborates with the team/s (client, design team and other consultants, and contractor) and all stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project in line with all expectations communicating strategies to the team. Demonstrates Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework. Provides subject matter knowledge to support the team(s) from the broader Mace projects and business units to assist in ensuring the best project outcome. Procures and manages design and wider consultant team(s) and project stakeholders to ensure effective completion of responsibilities including project brief/scope, fees, processing claims, deliverable and/or project variations etc. Actively supports collaboration between all parties. Produces design and authorities programme (or works with a planner to produce) to be integrated with procurement and delivery programme. Manages the timely and successful delivery to programme from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones and is accountable for the scope of works relating to the project portfolios. Delivers the project objectives in line with the project execution plan, leads and manages the project team/s and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs). Prepares and modifies where necessary project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s. Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of projects, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations. Collaborates with relevant stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence. Leads and records relevant meetings, providing relevant parties with contextual information and analysis. Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments. Effectively coordinates and communicates with all project stakeholders, ensuring completion of responsibilities/tasks and that appropriate standards and records are documented and maintained. Takes ownership of project changes, as and when necessary, tracking project changes and ensuring they are progressed and formalised within the agreed timeframes. Responsible for ensuring approved handover documentation is coordinated and provided prior to practical completion. Promotes and drives the businesses priorities through construction to production, digital & data and responsible business. Actively networks and seeks understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations. You will support the long-term development of your function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values. Create opportunity for our people to excel: You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities. You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs). You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. You'll need to have: Ability to gain at least CTC level clearance. Experience of two stage design and build contracts. NEC project management experience. Experience of laboratory construction. You'll also have: Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. Substantial experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the consult sector. Property or infrastructure project management expertise. Commercial and financial acumen. Experience of leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams. Experience of developing and forming relationships with senior stakeholders. Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on. Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and if there are any talented people you can recommend, just click the button and use the 'Refer a friend' feature found within the relevant job.
Senior Education Officer Are you passionate about environmental issues, in particular nature restoration, climate resilience and biodiversity? Do you have experience working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting? Do you have a good grasp of ecology and be willing to travel around the country to support learning education opportunities as well as being confident running sessions or delivering train-the-trainer sessions online? We are looking for a Senior Education Officer, with the skill set to inspire people to connect with nature, support teachers, deliver talks, presentations and education sessions, while developing further opportunities within the team for learning through the subject of beavers. Position: Senior Education Officer Location: Remote (his role requires frequent travel and overnight stays) Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week) Contract: Fixed (2 years) Salary: £32,827 pa Benefits Include: 25 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year's Day paid, plus 6 days of floating holidays, pro-rata. Flexible approach to hours of work. Pension contribution of 3% of your total pay each month. One-off contributions toward the cost of an ergonomic office chair and toward purchases of essential devices (laptop, mouse and smartphone), monthly home working allowance, plus an annual contribution toward the maintenance and/or replacement of the essential devices. Closing Date: 5pm on Tuesday 20th May We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date, should a strong candidate be identified. About the Role We are looking to hire a skilled and engaging Senior Education Officer to join a busy team, to further develop and implement an educational outreach programme which reaches children in Wales, Scotland and England. At present, this post has funding for three years from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, one year of which is now complete and we are looking to deliver the second two years of the project. The purpose of the role is to extend the passion and knowledge of beavers into communities around Britain, to engage and enthuse young people and to reconnect (or reinforce) their love of nature. Using current materials and resources you will do so by delivering high-quality learning sessions within schools, community groups or virtual training sessions, sometimes delivered in conjunction with our beaver site partners and their education teams. You will also be responsible for developing further aspects of the programme according to the requirements for each country and in partnership with relevant organisations Key responsibilities include: Deliver a range of exciting, curriculum-linked workshops, talks, school and group sessions associated with beaver release sites. Network and build contacts and relationships with key personnel in schools, youth groups and community groups in order to create engagement with the education programme and expand its reach. Develop further resources and engaging activities or projects for group learning. Deliver standard level beaver ecology training to a range of age groups. Ensure the education programmes are up-to-date, accurate and complement the wider delivery of our mission. Monitor, collate and report on impact, working with the communications team to support the effective evaluation of our programme. Support volunteers and build capacity working with partner staff in the delivery of beaver education programmes. Work with the team to allocate resources ensuring education initiatives are well planned, deliver maximum value for money and remain within budget. Consider equality, diversity and inclusion in the approach to all education initiatives, supported with external expertise. Follow policies, standard operating procedures and safe working practices to ensure our work with visiting education groups complies with all relevant guidelines and legislation, including health and safety, safeguarding, copyright and GDPR. About You You will have the skill set to inspire people to connect with nature, support teachers, deliver talks, presentations and education sessions, while developing further opportunities within our team for learning through the subject of beavers. The successful candidate will have experience working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting. You will have a good grasp of ecology and be willing to travel around the country to support learning education opportunities as well as being confident running sessions or delivering train-the-trainer sessions online. Essential: A degree in a zoology, biology or conservation-related field, or a teaching/education qualification or equivalent experience in teaching across a wide range of ages and abilities, using different delivery methods including virtual delivery. The ability to communicate complex concepts in an innovative and engaging way to a wide (and/or young) audience. Good organisation skills including time management, administration, workload planning and meeting deadlines. A strong interest in nature, conservation and restoration and an understanding of the role beavers can play in our landscapes' recovery. Working knowledge of safeguarding legislation and policies and procedures. Be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS with barred list. Experience in confidently using IT packages for teaching delivery, including the use of tablets, presentation software and audiovisual. You will need to have a full valid UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. To apply please upload a 2pp CV and 1pp covering letter explaining their interest and suitability for the role. About the Organisation Join a nature restoration charity, restoring beavers to regenerate our landscapes. Beavers were once a common and influential part of the British countryside, and as such, the team wants to reconnect people to this part of our heritage. As we continue to reintroduce beavers and support their expansion across Britain, it has never been more important to help people learn to coexist with this dynamic and impactful species. The charity strives to be diverse and inclusive and a place where we can all be ourselves and we positively welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their religion, beliefs, age, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. You may also have experience in areas such as Education, School, Programme, Campaign, Advocacy, Education Officer, School Officer, Programme Officer, Campaign Officer, Advocacy Officer, Conservation Officer, Nature, Trainer, Teacher, Coach, Mentor, Programme Manager. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Senior Education Officer Are you passionate about environmental issues, in particular nature restoration, climate resilience and biodiversity? Do you have experience working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting? Do you have a good grasp of ecology and be willing to travel around the country to support learning education opportunities as well as being confident running sessions or delivering train-the-trainer sessions online? We are looking for a Senior Education Officer, with the skill set to inspire people to connect with nature, support teachers, deliver talks, presentations and education sessions, while developing further opportunities within the team for learning through the subject of beavers. Position: Senior Education Officer Location: Remote (his role requires frequent travel and overnight stays) Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week) Contract: Fixed (2 years) Salary: £32,827 pa Benefits Include: 25 days holiday, plus Christmas day through to New Year's Day paid, plus 6 days of floating holidays, pro-rata. Flexible approach to hours of work. Pension contribution of 3% of your total pay each month. One-off contributions toward the cost of an ergonomic office chair and toward purchases of essential devices (laptop, mouse and smartphone), monthly home working allowance, plus an annual contribution toward the maintenance and/or replacement of the essential devices. Closing Date: 5pm on Tuesday 20th May We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date, should a strong candidate be identified. About the Role We are looking to hire a skilled and engaging Senior Education Officer to join a busy team, to further develop and implement an educational outreach programme which reaches children in Wales, Scotland and England. At present, this post has funding for three years from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, one year of which is now complete and we are looking to deliver the second two years of the project. The purpose of the role is to extend the passion and knowledge of beavers into communities around Britain, to engage and enthuse young people and to reconnect (or reinforce) their love of nature. Using current materials and resources you will do so by delivering high-quality learning sessions within schools, community groups or virtual training sessions, sometimes delivered in conjunction with our beaver site partners and their education teams. You will also be responsible for developing further aspects of the programme according to the requirements for each country and in partnership with relevant organisations Key responsibilities include: Deliver a range of exciting, curriculum-linked workshops, talks, school and group sessions associated with beaver release sites. Network and build contacts and relationships with key personnel in schools, youth groups and community groups in order to create engagement with the education programme and expand its reach. Develop further resources and engaging activities or projects for group learning. Deliver standard level beaver ecology training to a range of age groups. Ensure the education programmes are up-to-date, accurate and complement the wider delivery of our mission. Monitor, collate and report on impact, working with the communications team to support the effective evaluation of our programme. Support volunteers and build capacity working with partner staff in the delivery of beaver education programmes. Work with the team to allocate resources ensuring education initiatives are well planned, deliver maximum value for money and remain within budget. Consider equality, diversity and inclusion in the approach to all education initiatives, supported with external expertise. Follow policies, standard operating procedures and safe working practices to ensure our work with visiting education groups complies with all relevant guidelines and legislation, including health and safety, safeguarding, copyright and GDPR. About You You will have the skill set to inspire people to connect with nature, support teachers, deliver talks, presentations and education sessions, while developing further opportunities within our team for learning through the subject of beavers. The successful candidate will have experience working with young audiences, preferably within a wildlife or conservation setting. You will have a good grasp of ecology and be willing to travel around the country to support learning education opportunities as well as being confident running sessions or delivering train-the-trainer sessions online. Essential: A degree in a zoology, biology or conservation-related field, or a teaching/education qualification or equivalent experience in teaching across a wide range of ages and abilities, using different delivery methods including virtual delivery. The ability to communicate complex concepts in an innovative and engaging way to a wide (and/or young) audience. Good organisation skills including time management, administration, workload planning and meeting deadlines. A strong interest in nature, conservation and restoration and an understanding of the role beavers can play in our landscapes' recovery. Working knowledge of safeguarding legislation and policies and procedures. Be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS with barred list. Experience in confidently using IT packages for teaching delivery, including the use of tablets, presentation software and audiovisual. You will need to have a full valid UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. To apply please upload a 2pp CV and 1pp covering letter explaining their interest and suitability for the role. About the Organisation Join a nature restoration charity, restoring beavers to regenerate our landscapes. Beavers were once a common and influential part of the British countryside, and as such, the team wants to reconnect people to this part of our heritage. As we continue to reintroduce beavers and support their expansion across Britain, it has never been more important to help people learn to coexist with this dynamic and impactful species. The charity strives to be diverse and inclusive and a place where we can all be ourselves and we positively welcome applications from people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their religion, beliefs, age, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. You may also have experience in areas such as Education, School, Programme, Campaign, Advocacy, Education Officer, School Officer, Programme Officer, Campaign Officer, Advocacy Officer, Conservation Officer, Nature, Trainer, Teacher, Coach, Mentor, Programme Manager. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Company Description OVERVIEW Publicis Groupe is one of the world's largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media, and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in this space. At Publicis Groupe, we've invested in capabilities across these four imperatives our clients need to unlock growth. As the only one who can architect, build, and orchestrate end-to-end solutions, not only do we have a proven record of building bespoke models for clients and leading expertise across all major industry categories, but we are also able to offer our talents more opportunities to grow and benefit from a richer learning experience. We call this Power of One. Powered by a 100,000-strong network via Marcel, our AI-based platform, we are also able to provide our clients and talents instant access to resources and knowledge for any need, any time, in any market. THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us. It is how we behave with each other and our clients, and it is deeply rooted throughout our work, to elevate and bring to life our differences throughout the platform world. Job Description PMX Consulting PMX Consulting is at the cutting edge of empowering ambitious brands to thrive in today's fast-paced marketing terrain. We are the driving force for businesses set to excel through strategic innovation, agile processes, and expert guidance. With our global network of proactive consultants, we transform intricate challenges into actionable solutions, enhancing growth and efficiency for our clients. Role Overview We're on the lookout for a Commercial Director to join our team. Reporting to the EMEA & ROW Head of Commercials, the Commercial Director will take the lead in managing all commercial aspects of one or more major existing global client relationships. This will include negotiating the fee and contractual relationship with client procurement, supporting the relevant Global Client Leads on all commercial matters, and cascading the globally agreed deal down to Regional/Local offices for implementation. In addition, from time to time (as workload allows), the Commercial Director will also support the NewBiz Commercial team with global pitches. Knowledge of commercial contracts terms and relevant fee propositions are essential, along with teamwork, proactivity, and the ability to meet deadlines. This role sits within the Commercial team but will also work closely with the finance and client teams. Responsibilities Managing one or more global clients (e.g., L'Oreal, Reckitt, Coty) on commercial discussions. Acting as a commercial business partner to Global Client Leads for global media clients run out of London. Engaging with Regional/Local business and finance leads on commercial and financial discussions to ensure global deals are successfully implemented in a contract-compliant manner. Guiding the junior Commercial staff (currently Associate Director, Manager / Senior Manager level). Covering for the Global Commercial Director and other Commercial Directors during absences. Supporting pitch work on an ad hoc basis, with the aim of making the process more proactive so that the overall commercial pitch message is delivered. Coordinating with Legal on commercial contracts for clients. Overseeing (with Global Client Leads) scopes of work and ensuring out-of-scope work is captured, costed, and highlighted. Qualifications Having functional, technical knowledge and skills to deliver global commercial projects at a high level of accomplishment. Media agency experience in a Senior Director or similar role. Excellent understanding of the pitch and commercial process within Media. Excellent quantitative and negotiation skills, with an understanding of media agency dynamics. Proficiency in data management, finance systems, and Excel (including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot tables); VBA skills are a plus. Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and time management for handling multiple tasks. Previous experience working within a global remit is advantageous. Additional Information Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full-time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments, or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description OVERVIEW Publicis Groupe is one of the world's largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media, and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in this space. At Publicis Groupe, we've invested in capabilities across these four imperatives our clients need to unlock growth. As the only one who can architect, build, and orchestrate end-to-end solutions, not only do we have a proven record of building bespoke models for clients and leading expertise across all major industry categories, but we are also able to offer our talents more opportunities to grow and benefit from a richer learning experience. We call this Power of One. Powered by a 100,000-strong network via Marcel, our AI-based platform, we are also able to provide our clients and talents instant access to resources and knowledge for any need, any time, in any market. THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us. It is how we behave with each other and our clients, and it is deeply rooted throughout our work, to elevate and bring to life our differences throughout the platform world. Job Description PMX Consulting PMX Consulting is at the cutting edge of empowering ambitious brands to thrive in today's fast-paced marketing terrain. We are the driving force for businesses set to excel through strategic innovation, agile processes, and expert guidance. With our global network of proactive consultants, we transform intricate challenges into actionable solutions, enhancing growth and efficiency for our clients. Role Overview We're on the lookout for a Commercial Director to join our team. Reporting to the EMEA & ROW Head of Commercials, the Commercial Director will take the lead in managing all commercial aspects of one or more major existing global client relationships. This will include negotiating the fee and contractual relationship with client procurement, supporting the relevant Global Client Leads on all commercial matters, and cascading the globally agreed deal down to Regional/Local offices for implementation. In addition, from time to time (as workload allows), the Commercial Director will also support the NewBiz Commercial team with global pitches. Knowledge of commercial contracts terms and relevant fee propositions are essential, along with teamwork, proactivity, and the ability to meet deadlines. This role sits within the Commercial team but will also work closely with the finance and client teams. Responsibilities Managing one or more global clients (e.g., L'Oreal, Reckitt, Coty) on commercial discussions. Acting as a commercial business partner to Global Client Leads for global media clients run out of London. Engaging with Regional/Local business and finance leads on commercial and financial discussions to ensure global deals are successfully implemented in a contract-compliant manner. Guiding the junior Commercial staff (currently Associate Director, Manager / Senior Manager level). Covering for the Global Commercial Director and other Commercial Directors during absences. Supporting pitch work on an ad hoc basis, with the aim of making the process more proactive so that the overall commercial pitch message is delivered. Coordinating with Legal on commercial contracts for clients. Overseeing (with Global Client Leads) scopes of work and ensuring out-of-scope work is captured, costed, and highlighted. Qualifications Having functional, technical knowledge and skills to deliver global commercial projects at a high level of accomplishment. Media agency experience in a Senior Director or similar role. Excellent understanding of the pitch and commercial process within Media. Excellent quantitative and negotiation skills, with an understanding of media agency dynamics. Proficiency in data management, finance systems, and Excel (including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot tables); VBA skills are a plus. Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and time management for handling multiple tasks. Previous experience working within a global remit is advantageous. Additional Information Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full-time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments, or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).
Change your job, change your workplace, change your future We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone Role: Service Operations Manager - Service Delivery Located: Central London Package: Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, plus additional benefits (Ricoh operate a vibrant working policy giving you flexible hybrid working options) About Ricoh: Ricoh is a global technology business. As a company born in print, we design and manufacture graphic solutions that transform communications. To keep up with the pace of change in the workplace, we have built an extensive portfolio of innovative, industry-leading digital services spanning everything from Cloud & IT infrastructure solutions to process automation tools. Everything we do is designed to help individuals achieve fulfilment through work. Through technology, we make work smarter and more creative. Enabling people to lead purposeful working lives and organisations to become more productive, sustainable and profitable. Find out more about Ricoh Today What you will be doing As the Site Services Operations Manager you will provide business Leadership, strategic direction and management of a Managed Services Team to own and drive the strategic development and implementation of scalable and cost-effective Managed Services annuity based services. Key Responsibilities: Setting Customer specific Managed Service strategy by understanding and aligning both the Customers strategic business objectives with Ricoh s strategic direction. Creating a strategic plan around development of annuity service opportunities by bringing both strategies together, creating win-win opportunities which deliver business growth within the account and contribute to overall Service-led growth for Ricoh Provide leadership and direction to ITS Managed Service onsite Service Delivery Managers and Operational Managers by the use of good practices such as PDPs, appropriate training, communications, health & safety etc to ensure high employee satisfaction, trust and engagement and levels of expertise meet the current and future needs of the Business, and to ensure effective succession planning SLA compliance for onsite teams/resources to fulfil contractual agreements and act as first point of escalation for Customers for operational performance issues Ensure all onsite resources and teams operate to ITIL standard and have up-to-date skills and accreditations as per Customer requirements Responsible for managing direct costs associated with Customer Managed Service, maintaining profitability at all times Deliver Service performance reporting and monthly/quarterly/annual Service Review processes in line with contractual commitments Liaise with Service Operations Centre Supplier Management function to monitor and manage 3rd party supplier performance within owned Managed Service Customers to deliver contractual SLAs Ideally you will have ITIL Professional v4 (preferred not essential) Cost Centre Management £10m + Experienced at delivering outsourced IT Managed Services People management skills ability to lead, develop, coach, motivate and handle conflict Negotiation and influencing skills. Experience of full P&L Management High level of presentation skills, for undertaking presentations to both internal and external customers and the senior management team Excellent people management skills, to lead, motivate, develop and coach Conflict resolution skills, strong negotiation/ influencing skills and excellent analytical skills Good working knowledge of both project management and process improvement methodologies We are an equal opportunities employer We are open to discussing adjustments to the recruitment process if needed. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non-membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief. Striving for inclusion and diversity isn t just the right thing to do. Diverse approaches, perspectives and experiences make us more innovative, lead to better decisions and help us better understand the needs of our customers. To empower you to bring your full identity to work, we have employee-led affinity groups in LGBTQ+, gender and ethnicity that allow members to explore issues and challenges surrounding shared identities, experiences and beliefs. Click here to learn more about life at Ricoh.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Change your job, change your workplace, change your future We are actively building diverse teams and welcome applications from everyone Role: Service Operations Manager - Service Delivery Located: Central London Package: Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, plus additional benefits (Ricoh operate a vibrant working policy giving you flexible hybrid working options) About Ricoh: Ricoh is a global technology business. As a company born in print, we design and manufacture graphic solutions that transform communications. To keep up with the pace of change in the workplace, we have built an extensive portfolio of innovative, industry-leading digital services spanning everything from Cloud & IT infrastructure solutions to process automation tools. Everything we do is designed to help individuals achieve fulfilment through work. Through technology, we make work smarter and more creative. Enabling people to lead purposeful working lives and organisations to become more productive, sustainable and profitable. Find out more about Ricoh Today What you will be doing As the Site Services Operations Manager you will provide business Leadership, strategic direction and management of a Managed Services Team to own and drive the strategic development and implementation of scalable and cost-effective Managed Services annuity based services. Key Responsibilities: Setting Customer specific Managed Service strategy by understanding and aligning both the Customers strategic business objectives with Ricoh s strategic direction. Creating a strategic plan around development of annuity service opportunities by bringing both strategies together, creating win-win opportunities which deliver business growth within the account and contribute to overall Service-led growth for Ricoh Provide leadership and direction to ITS Managed Service onsite Service Delivery Managers and Operational Managers by the use of good practices such as PDPs, appropriate training, communications, health & safety etc to ensure high employee satisfaction, trust and engagement and levels of expertise meet the current and future needs of the Business, and to ensure effective succession planning SLA compliance for onsite teams/resources to fulfil contractual agreements and act as first point of escalation for Customers for operational performance issues Ensure all onsite resources and teams operate to ITIL standard and have up-to-date skills and accreditations as per Customer requirements Responsible for managing direct costs associated with Customer Managed Service, maintaining profitability at all times Deliver Service performance reporting and monthly/quarterly/annual Service Review processes in line with contractual commitments Liaise with Service Operations Centre Supplier Management function to monitor and manage 3rd party supplier performance within owned Managed Service Customers to deliver contractual SLAs Ideally you will have ITIL Professional v4 (preferred not essential) Cost Centre Management £10m + Experienced at delivering outsourced IT Managed Services People management skills ability to lead, develop, coach, motivate and handle conflict Negotiation and influencing skills. Experience of full P&L Management High level of presentation skills, for undertaking presentations to both internal and external customers and the senior management team Excellent people management skills, to lead, motivate, develop and coach Conflict resolution skills, strong negotiation/ influencing skills and excellent analytical skills Good working knowledge of both project management and process improvement methodologies We are an equal opportunities employer We are open to discussing adjustments to the recruitment process if needed. No applicant or employee will be treated less favourably than another on the grounds of a protected characteristic which are defined as sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender reassignment, trade union membership or non-membership, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race and religion or belief. Striving for inclusion and diversity isn t just the right thing to do. Diverse approaches, perspectives and experiences make us more innovative, lead to better decisions and help us better understand the needs of our customers. To empower you to bring your full identity to work, we have employee-led affinity groups in LGBTQ+, gender and ethnicity that allow members to explore issues and challenges surrounding shared identities, experiences and beliefs. Click here to learn more about life at Ricoh.
We offer a flexible working policy that empowers iManage employees to balance work and well-being. We encourage two days per week in-office collaboration, offering opportunities to learn from peers in person, while also providing the flexibility needed for a meaningful work-life balance. Being a Senior Business Consultant at iManage Means You will work within our global Professional Services team to ensure our clients achieve the desired outcomes of our project engagements. You have a background in legal innovation, legal practice and are familiar with the organizations iManage serves, gathering key business requirements and providing guidance on how our software can solve their business challenges. You will own the process of developing, documenting and scaling best practices from a technology, adoption and strategic angle, as well as provide valuable advice and guidance to our clients. iM Responsible For Providing guidance on consulting engagements in the planning, analysis, and design stages of a project, with a particular focus on business and non-technical workstreams such as business strategy, requirements gathering, change management and information and data architecture. Assessing customer requirements, understanding their work practices and the nature of their business to deliver success to end-users and organizations, working closely with iManage technical consulting teams to help translate end-user needs and business requirements into infrastructure and application requirements. Communicating strategic advice to senior stakeholders, especially in relation to unfamiliar and complex situations. Conducting product demonstrations in support of business cases, best-practice advice to clients and function as trusted advisor. Creating client deliverables such as presentations, detailed design documentation, assist with incorporating business use case language in build and deployment guides, task lists, etc. Facilitating User Acceptance Testing initiatives to define comprehensive test cases that ensures full coverage of solution delivery. Obtaining working knowledge of typical customer workflow and integrations, and providing guidance around full solution design, both within and outside our platform. Delivering knowledge transfer sessions to customers and other team members. Presenting progress reports to the Project Manager or customer teams. Attaining in-depth knowledge of and becoming a leading subject matter expert in iManage technologies and the wider legal technology landscape. Developing a close working relationship with Engineering, Sales and Support teams and fostering collaboration and teamwork. Assigning tasks to project team members and reviewing the team's work product to ensure that they are accurate and consistent. Mentoring junior consultants when needed. Providing feedback on product usage, features requested at customer sites to our Engineering and Product teams so as to influence future roadmap direction. Supporting case study development and provide lessons learned feedback to the project team. Assessing change management needs and co-develop train-the-trainer, organizational roll out approaches while developing repeatable processes and associated collateral to support change management. iM Qualified Because I Have A Bachelor's Degree in Law, Economics, Business Management or Computer Science, or demonstrable vocational experience served in a legal services setting; with a minimum of five years spent as a hands-on business analyst, product manager, delivery consultant, or similar technology position. Experience in delivery of Enterprise Content Management, Information Governance, and / or Enterprise Search solutions ideally within legal, professional services, financial services industries a distinct advantage. Excellent business analysis skills: having the ability to lead design sessions, an understanding of business and product usability, the ability to influence the outcomes of discovery and design sessions to align with best practices, and can prioritize user & functional requirements. Experience in service design and design thinking methodologies, e.g. persona identification, user research and process mapping. Prior experience conducting discovery, design, and implementation of legal specific solutions (e.g., contract automation, document management, knowledge management, etc.). Excellent client-facing skills, including workshop planning, delivery, and documentation. Strong written/verbal communication skills with the ability to facilitate design discussions effectively. A team-oriented mindset that allows me to build trusting relationships with my clients and peers. Self-motivation and well-developed problem-solving skills that allow me to work with minimal supervision. An understanding of, or direct experience of the legal industry or a professional services environment. Don't meet every qualification listed above? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. At iManage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment, and encourage everyone to show up as their full authentic selves. We welcome those that come with a growth mindset and a hunger for learning; so, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyways! iM Getting To Join a rapidly evolving, industry-leading SaaS company on an exciting journey of growth and scalability! Take on meaningful, high-impact challenges by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best-in-class protocols to drive innovation. Own my career path with our internal development framework. Ask us more about this! Expand my skill set and earn certifications with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses and interactive Microsoft courses & training. Be part of a supportive and experienced team within a dynamic, inclusive, and encouraging culture. Enjoy flexible work hours that empower me to balance personal time with professional commitments. Collaborate in a modern, open-plan workspace featuring a gaming area, free snacks and drinks, and regular social events. iManage Is Supporting Me By Creating an inclusive environment where you're encouraged to help shape the culture by bringing your unique perspective, not just by fitting in. Providing a market leading salary determined through a fair and consistent process, equitable for all our employees, and regularly reviewed against industry benchmarks. Rewarding me with an annual performance-based bonus. Providing enhanced parental leave (20 weeks for primary and 10 weeks for secondary caregiver at 100% pay). Matching my pension contribution (up to 6%). Offering BUPA private medical insurance & a Simplyhealth cash plan to assist with the everyday costs. Providing Group life cover, including life insurance, income protection, and critical illness protection. Encouraging me to make use of our top-tier flexible time off policy, which includes 25 days of annual leave and the flexibility to take further additional time off as needed. Having multiple company wellness days each year to prioritize mental health and well-being. Providing access to RethinkCare, a global behavioral health platform that enhances personal well-being, strengthens professional resilience, and empowers parental success through expert-led training and resources. About iManage At iManage, we are dedicated to Making Knowledge Work. Our intelligent, cloud-enabled, and secure platform is trusted by 4,100+ customers and 430,000 users worldwide, managing over 11 billion documents and 11 petabytes of data. We empower professionals across 65+ countries to unlock the full potential of their business content and communications. We are continuously innovating to solve the most complex professional challenges and enable better business outcomes; Our work is not always easy but it is ambitious and rewarding. So we're looking for people who embrace challenges. People who thrive on solving problems, pushing boundaries, and collaborating with the industry's best and brightest. That's the iManage way. It's how we turn the impossible into reality, empower our employees to grow, unlock their potential, and create a meaningful impact on everything we do. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you work. Make it mean something at iManage. Learn more at: Please see our privacy statement for more information on how we handle your personal data:
May 15, 2025
Full time
We offer a flexible working policy that empowers iManage employees to balance work and well-being. We encourage two days per week in-office collaboration, offering opportunities to learn from peers in person, while also providing the flexibility needed for a meaningful work-life balance. Being a Senior Business Consultant at iManage Means You will work within our global Professional Services team to ensure our clients achieve the desired outcomes of our project engagements. You have a background in legal innovation, legal practice and are familiar with the organizations iManage serves, gathering key business requirements and providing guidance on how our software can solve their business challenges. You will own the process of developing, documenting and scaling best practices from a technology, adoption and strategic angle, as well as provide valuable advice and guidance to our clients. iM Responsible For Providing guidance on consulting engagements in the planning, analysis, and design stages of a project, with a particular focus on business and non-technical workstreams such as business strategy, requirements gathering, change management and information and data architecture. Assessing customer requirements, understanding their work practices and the nature of their business to deliver success to end-users and organizations, working closely with iManage technical consulting teams to help translate end-user needs and business requirements into infrastructure and application requirements. Communicating strategic advice to senior stakeholders, especially in relation to unfamiliar and complex situations. Conducting product demonstrations in support of business cases, best-practice advice to clients and function as trusted advisor. Creating client deliverables such as presentations, detailed design documentation, assist with incorporating business use case language in build and deployment guides, task lists, etc. Facilitating User Acceptance Testing initiatives to define comprehensive test cases that ensures full coverage of solution delivery. Obtaining working knowledge of typical customer workflow and integrations, and providing guidance around full solution design, both within and outside our platform. Delivering knowledge transfer sessions to customers and other team members. Presenting progress reports to the Project Manager or customer teams. Attaining in-depth knowledge of and becoming a leading subject matter expert in iManage technologies and the wider legal technology landscape. Developing a close working relationship with Engineering, Sales and Support teams and fostering collaboration and teamwork. Assigning tasks to project team members and reviewing the team's work product to ensure that they are accurate and consistent. Mentoring junior consultants when needed. Providing feedback on product usage, features requested at customer sites to our Engineering and Product teams so as to influence future roadmap direction. Supporting case study development and provide lessons learned feedback to the project team. Assessing change management needs and co-develop train-the-trainer, organizational roll out approaches while developing repeatable processes and associated collateral to support change management. iM Qualified Because I Have A Bachelor's Degree in Law, Economics, Business Management or Computer Science, or demonstrable vocational experience served in a legal services setting; with a minimum of five years spent as a hands-on business analyst, product manager, delivery consultant, or similar technology position. Experience in delivery of Enterprise Content Management, Information Governance, and / or Enterprise Search solutions ideally within legal, professional services, financial services industries a distinct advantage. Excellent business analysis skills: having the ability to lead design sessions, an understanding of business and product usability, the ability to influence the outcomes of discovery and design sessions to align with best practices, and can prioritize user & functional requirements. Experience in service design and design thinking methodologies, e.g. persona identification, user research and process mapping. Prior experience conducting discovery, design, and implementation of legal specific solutions (e.g., contract automation, document management, knowledge management, etc.). Excellent client-facing skills, including workshop planning, delivery, and documentation. Strong written/verbal communication skills with the ability to facilitate design discussions effectively. A team-oriented mindset that allows me to build trusting relationships with my clients and peers. Self-motivation and well-developed problem-solving skills that allow me to work with minimal supervision. An understanding of, or direct experience of the legal industry or a professional services environment. Don't meet every qualification listed above? Studies show that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. At iManage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment, and encourage everyone to show up as their full authentic selves. We welcome those that come with a growth mindset and a hunger for learning; so, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyways! iM Getting To Join a rapidly evolving, industry-leading SaaS company on an exciting journey of growth and scalability! Take on meaningful, high-impact challenges by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best-in-class protocols to drive innovation. Own my career path with our internal development framework. Ask us more about this! Expand my skill set and earn certifications with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses and interactive Microsoft courses & training. Be part of a supportive and experienced team within a dynamic, inclusive, and encouraging culture. Enjoy flexible work hours that empower me to balance personal time with professional commitments. Collaborate in a modern, open-plan workspace featuring a gaming area, free snacks and drinks, and regular social events. iManage Is Supporting Me By Creating an inclusive environment where you're encouraged to help shape the culture by bringing your unique perspective, not just by fitting in. Providing a market leading salary determined through a fair and consistent process, equitable for all our employees, and regularly reviewed against industry benchmarks. Rewarding me with an annual performance-based bonus. Providing enhanced parental leave (20 weeks for primary and 10 weeks for secondary caregiver at 100% pay). Matching my pension contribution (up to 6%). Offering BUPA private medical insurance & a Simplyhealth cash plan to assist with the everyday costs. Providing Group life cover, including life insurance, income protection, and critical illness protection. Encouraging me to make use of our top-tier flexible time off policy, which includes 25 days of annual leave and the flexibility to take further additional time off as needed. Having multiple company wellness days each year to prioritize mental health and well-being. Providing access to RethinkCare, a global behavioral health platform that enhances personal well-being, strengthens professional resilience, and empowers parental success through expert-led training and resources. About iManage At iManage, we are dedicated to Making Knowledge Work. Our intelligent, cloud-enabled, and secure platform is trusted by 4,100+ customers and 430,000 users worldwide, managing over 11 billion documents and 11 petabytes of data. We empower professionals across 65+ countries to unlock the full potential of their business content and communications. We are continuously innovating to solve the most complex professional challenges and enable better business outcomes; Our work is not always easy but it is ambitious and rewarding. So we're looking for people who embrace challenges. People who thrive on solving problems, pushing boundaries, and collaborating with the industry's best and brightest. That's the iManage way. It's how we turn the impossible into reality, empower our employees to grow, unlock their potential, and create a meaningful impact on everything we do. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you work. Make it mean something at iManage. Learn more at: Please see our privacy statement for more information on how we handle your personal data:
Our client is an award winning successful independent lettings and sales agent who have a fantastic reputation for providing first class customer service. They are now seeking an experienced Property Manager to join their team in South Liverpool. Our client requires a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is outgoing, a good communicator and enjoys working in a target driven environment. Above all else, this individual must be passionate about property! You will be working with a dynamic team of property professionals and will be responsible for supporting the rest of the team whilst building an excellent rapport with all clients and customers. Their portfolio of properties are all located within the Liverpool area therefore local knowledge is a requirement. This is a challenging role which is ideal for someone who thrives upon working in a fast-moving environment as no two days will be the same! Duties and responsibilities include: Being the first point of contact for all landlord and tenant queries Arranging maintenance with contractors Preparing tenancy paperwork Organising and obtaining relevant safety certification Meeting with contractors on site Assessing contractor work Issuing section notices Managing rental arrears Negotiating and revising costs Rent renewals Property inspections Ensuring full legislative compliance Providing an exceptional level of customer service Managing relationships with landlords Our client is offering a generous salary of up to £28,000 plus commission £2500-£3000, as well as fantastic opportunities for progression. Working hours are full-time Monday - Friday, with one in 3 Saturdays. If you like the sound of this exciting opportunity, contact me today for details. To apply for this position, please send your CV. Clifton Gray is a specialist property recruitment company. We specialise in placing property professionals within architecture, residential property, and commercial property, from entry level through to senior appointments. If you are currently working within the property sector, and you would like to hear more about how Clifton Gray can guide you through your next career move, please get in touch
May 15, 2025
Full time
Our client is an award winning successful independent lettings and sales agent who have a fantastic reputation for providing first class customer service. They are now seeking an experienced Property Manager to join their team in South Liverpool. Our client requires a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is outgoing, a good communicator and enjoys working in a target driven environment. Above all else, this individual must be passionate about property! You will be working with a dynamic team of property professionals and will be responsible for supporting the rest of the team whilst building an excellent rapport with all clients and customers. Their portfolio of properties are all located within the Liverpool area therefore local knowledge is a requirement. This is a challenging role which is ideal for someone who thrives upon working in a fast-moving environment as no two days will be the same! Duties and responsibilities include: Being the first point of contact for all landlord and tenant queries Arranging maintenance with contractors Preparing tenancy paperwork Organising and obtaining relevant safety certification Meeting with contractors on site Assessing contractor work Issuing section notices Managing rental arrears Negotiating and revising costs Rent renewals Property inspections Ensuring full legislative compliance Providing an exceptional level of customer service Managing relationships with landlords Our client is offering a generous salary of up to £28,000 plus commission £2500-£3000, as well as fantastic opportunities for progression. Working hours are full-time Monday - Friday, with one in 3 Saturdays. If you like the sound of this exciting opportunity, contact me today for details. To apply for this position, please send your CV. Clifton Gray is a specialist property recruitment company. We specialise in placing property professionals within architecture, residential property, and commercial property, from entry level through to senior appointments. If you are currently working within the property sector, and you would like to hear more about how Clifton Gray can guide you through your next career move, please get in touch
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £5m to £10m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Assisting on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services utilising The Hive Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Assisting in the production of bid documentation Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Assist in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members REPORTING Depending upon context, a Cost Manager is likely to report to a Senior Cost Manager, or Associate Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £5m to £10m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Assisting on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services utilising The Hive Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Assisting in the production of bid documentation Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Assist in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members REPORTING Depending upon context, a Cost Manager is likely to report to a Senior Cost Manager, or Associate Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. . click apply for full job details
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Senior Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £10m to £50m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Coaching junior staff, including allocating roles and responsibilities to ensure effective cost management on all projects Advising clients on feasibility studies Advising clients on their procurement options Managing the estimating and cost planning stages, including presenting the final cost plan to the client Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for peer reviewing cost allowances and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Leading bid submissions Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Lead in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members Management of projects on D365 REPORTING Depending upon context, a Senior Cost Manager is likely to report to an Associate Director, Project Director or Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Senior Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Senior Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £10m to £50m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Coaching junior staff, including allocating roles and responsibilities to ensure effective cost management on all projects Advising clients on feasibility studies Advising clients on their procurement options Managing the estimating and cost planning stages, including presenting the final cost plan to the client Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for peer reviewing cost allowances and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Leading bid submissions Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Lead in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members Management of projects on D365 REPORTING Depending upon context, a Senior Cost Manager is likely to report to an Associate Director, Project Director or Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Senior Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited . click apply for full job details
JobDescription: Weare on the lookout for a dynamic Sr Manager, DX GenAIPlatforms Operations to lead the operational excellenceof the Mars GenAI platform within our digital experience ecosystem.This pivotal role will serve as the backbone of the Mars GenAIplatform, ensuring its seamless performance, compliance, andscalability to effectively meet the diverse and evolving demandsacross various segments. The Senior Manager willplay a crucial role in bridging the gap between cutting-edge AIinnovations and enterprise-grade service delivery. By implementingrobust LLMOps practices and ensuring strict governance alignment,this leader will champion operational excellence while adhering toMars' Responsible AIprinciples. With this criticalrole in place, we anticipate enhanced integration of Generative AIdeployments, consistent AI performance, and the unlocking oftransformative AI-driven initiatives. This proactive approach willempower Mars to scale digital experiences with the trust andagility that our stakeholders expect, positioning us at theforefront of innovation in the digital landscape. Join us inshaping the future of digital experiences at Mars, where innovationmeetsresponsibility. Whatare we lookingfor? Bachelor's or Master'sdegree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a relatedtechnical field 8+ years of experience inenterprise technology roles, with 3-5 years focused on platformoperations or service management Hands-onexperience with managing GenAI/ML platforms and LLM-based services(e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, HuggingFace) Proven track record in implementing andscaling MLOps or LLMOps practices in a productionenvironment Certifications in cloud platforms(e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and/or ITIL Service Managementpreferred Advanced coursework or certificationsin AI/ML, MLOps, or LLMOps is a strongplus Ongoing learning and participation inGenAI or platform operations communities isencouraged Strong understanding of AIgovernance, data privacy, and Responsible AIframeworks Experience with AI/ML frameworkssuch as TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain, or similartechnologies Demonstrated ability to leadcross-functional teams and operate within complex enterpriseecosystems Familiarity with monitoring,observability, and platform telemetry tools (e.g., Prometheus,Grafana, Azure Monitor) Exceptionalcommunication and stakeholder engagement skills to partner withbusiness, technical, and governanceteams Experience managing platform SLAs,incident management, and continuous improvement cycles inhigh-availability environments Ability tobalance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced,evolving landscape Professional proficiency inEnglish Whatwill be your key responsibilities? Inthis pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with senior leadersacross our organization to drive service management excellence. Youwill oversee the comprehensive management and operations of ourGenAI platforms, ensuring scalability, value creation, andalignment with business objectives. Your key responsibilities willinclude: Platform Operations& Reliability Lead thecomprehensive operations of the Mars AI eXperiences (MAX) Platform,ensuring high availability, scalability, and optimal performance ofGenAI services across global businessunits. Implement strategies to enhance platformreliability and resilience, proactively addressing potentialchallenges. LLMOpsImplementation Develop andoperationalize Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps) practices,encompassing model deployment, monitoring, versioning, rollback,and performance tuning at scale. Ensureefficient management of AI models to maximize their effectivenessand businessimpact. ServiceManagement & Support Establish andmanage robust service management processes, including incidentmanagement, service-level agreements (SLAs), change management, andcontinuous service improvement for GenAIplatforms. Drive excellence in service deliverythrough proactive support and managementstrategies. Governance& Compliance Alignment Ensureplatform adherence to Responsible AI, data privacy, security, andcompliance policies by collaborating with Segment, Corporate,Enterprise Architecture (EA), and the GenAI Center of Excellence(COE) governance bodies. Implement frameworksto uphold ethical and secure AIpractices. PlatformRoadmap Execution Operationalize theGenAI platform roadmap by translating strategic priorities intoscalable and secure service offerings, infrastructure improvements,and automation pipelines. Drive the executionof initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhanceplatformcapabilities. Cross-SegmentEnablement Partner with DX GenAIplatform and product teams, developers, and business stakeholdersto enable AI-driven solutions through reusable services, templates,SDKs, and APIs that accelerateinnovation. Foster collaboration to drivecross-segment AI adoption andinnovation. Monitoring,Observability & Reporting Trackkey performance indicators (KPIs) for platform and productutilization, model effectiveness, and businessimpact. Implement proactive monitoring,observability, and telemetry frameworks to ensure platform health,usage tracking, cost transparency, and early issuedetection. OperationalReadiness & Change Adoption Driveoperational readiness for new features and AI models throughrunbooks, support enablement, risk assessments, and changecommunication across stakeholders. Ensuresmooth transitions and adoption of new technologies within theorganization. Incident& Problem ManagementLeadership Lead root cause analysis,post-mortems, and continuous improvement efforts for platformincidents or performance degradation to strengthenresilience. Implement strategies to preventrecurrence and enhance platformstability. AIFluency & Evangelism Promote AIfluency within the broader organization by sharing best practices,operational playbooks, and success stories from GenAI platformadoption. Advocate for AI-driventransformations and educate stakeholders on the benefits andapplications of AItechnologies. StakeholderEngagement Serve as the primaryliaison between business segments, DX Leadership, GenAI COE,technology, and GDO teams to drive alignment on GenAIinitiatives. Educate and influence seniorexecutives, advocating for AI-driven transformations whileaddressing concerns around risks, ethics, andcompliance. Collaborationwith Other Technology Teams Workclosely with Enterprise Architecture, Data, Cloud, Security, andResponsible AI teams to integrate the GenAI platform within thebroader technology ecosystem. Align withplatform engineering teams to ensure scalable infrastructure thatsupports AI workloads efficiently. Partner withexternal AI providers and research institutions to stay ahead ofadvancements and incorporate cutting-edge capabilities into theplatform. ResponsibleAI & Compliance Champion ethicalAI practices, ensuring all deployed GenAI models adhere to Mars'Responsible AI framework and regulatorystandards. Implement bias detection,explainability, and risk mitigation mechanisms to ensure fair,accountable, and transparent AIapplications. Stay abreast of global AIregulations and compliance requirements, ensuring platformreadiness for evolving legallandscapes. Budget& Financial Oversight Manage theDX Engineering team's financial planning and budget allocation forGenAI initiatives, including planned platform costs and vendorpartnership costs. Ensure cost-effectivedelivery by optimizing resources, tracking expenditures, andidentifying opportunities for efficiency gains while aligning withbusiness objectives and financialconstraints. Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work with diverse andtalented Associates, all guided by the FivePrinciples. Join a purpose driven company,where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow,today. Best-in-class learning and developmentsupport from day one, including access to our in-house MarsUniversity. An industry competitive salary andbenefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
May 15, 2025
Full time
JobDescription: Weare on the lookout for a dynamic Sr Manager, DX GenAIPlatforms Operations to lead the operational excellenceof the Mars GenAI platform within our digital experience ecosystem.This pivotal role will serve as the backbone of the Mars GenAIplatform, ensuring its seamless performance, compliance, andscalability to effectively meet the diverse and evolving demandsacross various segments. The Senior Manager willplay a crucial role in bridging the gap between cutting-edge AIinnovations and enterprise-grade service delivery. By implementingrobust LLMOps practices and ensuring strict governance alignment,this leader will champion operational excellence while adhering toMars' Responsible AIprinciples. With this criticalrole in place, we anticipate enhanced integration of Generative AIdeployments, consistent AI performance, and the unlocking oftransformative AI-driven initiatives. This proactive approach willempower Mars to scale digital experiences with the trust andagility that our stakeholders expect, positioning us at theforefront of innovation in the digital landscape. Join us inshaping the future of digital experiences at Mars, where innovationmeetsresponsibility. Whatare we lookingfor? Bachelor's or Master'sdegree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a relatedtechnical field 8+ years of experience inenterprise technology roles, with 3-5 years focused on platformoperations or service management Hands-onexperience with managing GenAI/ML platforms and LLM-based services(e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, HuggingFace) Proven track record in implementing andscaling MLOps or LLMOps practices in a productionenvironment Certifications in cloud platforms(e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and/or ITIL Service Managementpreferred Advanced coursework or certificationsin AI/ML, MLOps, or LLMOps is a strongplus Ongoing learning and participation inGenAI or platform operations communities isencouraged Strong understanding of AIgovernance, data privacy, and Responsible AIframeworks Experience with AI/ML frameworkssuch as TensorFlow, PyTorch, LangChain, or similartechnologies Demonstrated ability to leadcross-functional teams and operate within complex enterpriseecosystems Familiarity with monitoring,observability, and platform telemetry tools (e.g., Prometheus,Grafana, Azure Monitor) Exceptionalcommunication and stakeholder engagement skills to partner withbusiness, technical, and governanceteams Experience managing platform SLAs,incident management, and continuous improvement cycles inhigh-availability environments Ability tobalance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced,evolving landscape Professional proficiency inEnglish Whatwill be your key responsibilities? Inthis pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with senior leadersacross our organization to drive service management excellence. Youwill oversee the comprehensive management and operations of ourGenAI platforms, ensuring scalability, value creation, andalignment with business objectives. Your key responsibilities willinclude: Platform Operations& Reliability Lead thecomprehensive operations of the Mars AI eXperiences (MAX) Platform,ensuring high availability, scalability, and optimal performance ofGenAI services across global businessunits. Implement strategies to enhance platformreliability and resilience, proactively addressing potentialchallenges. LLMOpsImplementation Develop andoperationalize Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps) practices,encompassing model deployment, monitoring, versioning, rollback,and performance tuning at scale. Ensureefficient management of AI models to maximize their effectivenessand businessimpact. ServiceManagement & Support Establish andmanage robust service management processes, including incidentmanagement, service-level agreements (SLAs), change management, andcontinuous service improvement for GenAIplatforms. Drive excellence in service deliverythrough proactive support and managementstrategies. Governance& Compliance Alignment Ensureplatform adherence to Responsible AI, data privacy, security, andcompliance policies by collaborating with Segment, Corporate,Enterprise Architecture (EA), and the GenAI Center of Excellence(COE) governance bodies. Implement frameworksto uphold ethical and secure AIpractices. PlatformRoadmap Execution Operationalize theGenAI platform roadmap by translating strategic priorities intoscalable and secure service offerings, infrastructure improvements,and automation pipelines. Drive the executionof initiatives that align with organizational goals and enhanceplatformcapabilities. Cross-SegmentEnablement Partner with DX GenAIplatform and product teams, developers, and business stakeholdersto enable AI-driven solutions through reusable services, templates,SDKs, and APIs that accelerateinnovation. Foster collaboration to drivecross-segment AI adoption andinnovation. Monitoring,Observability & Reporting Trackkey performance indicators (KPIs) for platform and productutilization, model effectiveness, and businessimpact. Implement proactive monitoring,observability, and telemetry frameworks to ensure platform health,usage tracking, cost transparency, and early issuedetection. OperationalReadiness & Change Adoption Driveoperational readiness for new features and AI models throughrunbooks, support enablement, risk assessments, and changecommunication across stakeholders. Ensuresmooth transitions and adoption of new technologies within theorganization. Incident& Problem ManagementLeadership Lead root cause analysis,post-mortems, and continuous improvement efforts for platformincidents or performance degradation to strengthenresilience. Implement strategies to preventrecurrence and enhance platformstability. AIFluency & Evangelism Promote AIfluency within the broader organization by sharing best practices,operational playbooks, and success stories from GenAI platformadoption. Advocate for AI-driventransformations and educate stakeholders on the benefits andapplications of AItechnologies. StakeholderEngagement Serve as the primaryliaison between business segments, DX Leadership, GenAI COE,technology, and GDO teams to drive alignment on GenAIinitiatives. Educate and influence seniorexecutives, advocating for AI-driven transformations whileaddressing concerns around risks, ethics, andcompliance. Collaborationwith Other Technology Teams Workclosely with Enterprise Architecture, Data, Cloud, Security, andResponsible AI teams to integrate the GenAI platform within thebroader technology ecosystem. Align withplatform engineering teams to ensure scalable infrastructure thatsupports AI workloads efficiently. Partner withexternal AI providers and research institutions to stay ahead ofadvancements and incorporate cutting-edge capabilities into theplatform. ResponsibleAI & Compliance Champion ethicalAI practices, ensuring all deployed GenAI models adhere to Mars'Responsible AI framework and regulatorystandards. Implement bias detection,explainability, and risk mitigation mechanisms to ensure fair,accountable, and transparent AIapplications. Stay abreast of global AIregulations and compliance requirements, ensuring platformreadiness for evolving legallandscapes. Budget& Financial Oversight Manage theDX Engineering team's financial planning and budget allocation forGenAI initiatives, including planned platform costs and vendorpartnership costs. Ensure cost-effectivedelivery by optimizing resources, tracking expenditures, andidentifying opportunities for efficiency gains while aligning withbusiness objectives and financialconstraints. Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work with diverse andtalented Associates, all guided by the FivePrinciples. Join a purpose driven company,where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow,today. Best-in-class learning and developmentsupport from day one, including access to our in-house MarsUniversity. An industry competitive salary andbenefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £5m to £10m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Assisting on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services utilising The Hive Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Assisting in the production of bid documentation Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Assist in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members REPORTING Depending upon context, a Cost Manager is likely to report to a Senior Cost Manager, or Associate Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Working towards or recently achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £5m to £10m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Assisting on feasibility studies and writing procurement reports Estimating and cost planning to include producing and presenting the final cost plan, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services utilising The Hive Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for making cost checks and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Assisting in the production of bid documentation Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Assist in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members REPORTING Depending upon context, a Cost Manager is likely to report to a Senior Cost Manager, or Associate Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained Qualifications We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Working towards or recently achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Additional Information Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please find out more about us at SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Join our social media conversations for more information about Turner & Townsend and our exciting future projects: Twitter Instagram LinkedIn It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review.
Solution Architect for Enterprise Technology Services Reporting to Director of Technology - Group and Client Services The Solutions Architect proactively and holistically leads and supports EA activities that guide the development and management of a portfolio of solutions. Solutions include projects, systems (including applications, technologies, processes, and information), shared infrastructure services and shared application services. They understand the concepts of business goals, objectives and business outcomes, business capabilities, value-streams, and business processes and their importance in solution architecture. The solutions architect provides the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks related to support the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards. They create deliverables for managing the organization's portfolio of "to be" and "as is" solutions - including systems (applications, processes, information and technology), shared infrastructure services, and shared application services and components to enable and drive targeted business outcomes. This role will involve designing solutions in the fund administration industry, covering infrastructure and application integration for applications including Salesforce, Workday, Bank Clarity, Swift, Medius, FenX as well as data and integration platforms. There are multiple projects that will cover these areas, so broad experience across infrastructure and applications is essential. Key responsibilities: The Solution Architect will demonstrate competencies across four key dimensions: 1 - Interpret Business Needs Translates business and technical requirements into an architectural blueprint to achieve business objectives and documents all solution architecture design and analysis work Works closely with the product owners and product managers to ensure a robust architectural runway that can support future business requirements throughout the product lifecycle Understands business drivers and business capabilities (future and current state) and determines corresponding enterprise solution designs and change requirements to drive the organization's targeted business outcomes Example deliverables: requirements traceability document, business process/capability impact assessment, business process diagrams 2 - Assess Technology Monitors the current-state solution portfolio to identify deficiencies through aging of the technologies used by the application, or misalignment with business requirements / IT Strategy Supports product managers in end of life product decisions to maintain, refresh or retire services, or systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information Understands emerging technology trends and disruptions and their practical application to enable new and evolving business and operating models Analyses the technology industry, competitors, and market trends, and determines their potential implications for a given solution Analyses the business-IT environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy, and technical debt, and recommends solutions for improvement Facilitates the evaluation and selection of software product standards and services, as well as the design of standard and custom software configurations Consults with application and infrastructure development projects and products to fit systems or infrastructure to architecture and identify when it is necessary to modify designs to accommodate the solutions architecture Example deliverables: Current state architecture documentation, vendor assessment for RFP, contribution to cost/benefit analysis, contributions to proof-of-concept implementation 3 - Apply Technology Leads evaluation, design and analysis for the implementation of a solutions architecture across a group of specific business applications or technologies based on enterprise business strategy, business capabilities, value-streams, business requirements and enterprise standards Manages and develops the architecture for a broader scope of projects or products, working closely with application architects that manage and design architecture for a single project or product or initiative Develops a roadmap for the evolution of the enterprise solution portfolio from current to future state, as defined by the solutions architecture Acts as a consultant on a broad range of technologies, platforms, and vendor offerings to drive targeted business outcomes Creates architectural designs to guide and contextualise solution development across products, services, projects, and systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information Works closely with the program management office (PMO) or project management office to ensure the execution of plans corresponds with what is being promised throughout the project or product lifecycle Provides consulting support to application architects within agile teams to ensure the project or product is aligned with the overall enterprise architecture Provides deliverables like standard definitions, reference models and architecture designs to support architectural governance to assess the impact of new and ongoing technology investment on the business and IT estate Supports a community of practice (CoP), guiding and helping agile teams, product owners to align with the overall enterprise architecture governance and assurance Designs and directs the governance activities associated with ensuring solutions architecture assurance and compliance Defines the principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience Minimum of five years of experience in at least two IT solution development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies, platforms, and processing environments Good understanding of strategic and emerging technology trends, and the practical application of existing and emerging technologies to new and evolving business and operating models Good understanding of product management, agile principles and development methodologies and capability of supporting agile teams by providing advice and guidance on opportunities, impact, and risks, taking account of technical and architectural debt Experience working in a relevant industry is helpful, but not required. Experience developing architecture blueprints, strategies, and roadmaps Experience delivering presentations to senior-level executives and technical audiences Drive, passion, and enthusiasm for success and quality Presents a professional image in words, tone, and style Able to effectively deal with changing priorities or obstacles and to provide alternative options or solutions A team player the job holder will build strong relationships both within Aztec as well as with the suppliers and 3rd parties as required Resilience to cope with demands and tight timescales and remain calm under pressure Approachable, with ability to operate at all team levels Pragmatic, problem solver, willing to solve problems or seek out required resolution Initiative and problem solving: identifies problems, provides / facilitates the creation of options and recommendations, and uses initiative to drive solutions in a positive and constructive manner; whilst being able to identify and manages risk. Excellent communication: communicates with clarity and confidence at all levels; adapts style and content to the needs of the audience by being inspirational We will provide the training in house for relevant technical knowledge and soft skills to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Solution Architect for Enterprise Technology Services Reporting to Director of Technology - Group and Client Services The Solutions Architect proactively and holistically leads and supports EA activities that guide the development and management of a portfolio of solutions. Solutions include projects, systems (including applications, technologies, processes, and information), shared infrastructure services and shared application services. They understand the concepts of business goals, objectives and business outcomes, business capabilities, value-streams, and business processes and their importance in solution architecture. The solutions architect provides the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks related to support the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards. They create deliverables for managing the organization's portfolio of "to be" and "as is" solutions - including systems (applications, processes, information and technology), shared infrastructure services, and shared application services and components to enable and drive targeted business outcomes. This role will involve designing solutions in the fund administration industry, covering infrastructure and application integration for applications including Salesforce, Workday, Bank Clarity, Swift, Medius, FenX as well as data and integration platforms. There are multiple projects that will cover these areas, so broad experience across infrastructure and applications is essential. Key responsibilities: The Solution Architect will demonstrate competencies across four key dimensions: 1 - Interpret Business Needs Translates business and technical requirements into an architectural blueprint to achieve business objectives and documents all solution architecture design and analysis work Works closely with the product owners and product managers to ensure a robust architectural runway that can support future business requirements throughout the product lifecycle Understands business drivers and business capabilities (future and current state) and determines corresponding enterprise solution designs and change requirements to drive the organization's targeted business outcomes Example deliverables: requirements traceability document, business process/capability impact assessment, business process diagrams 2 - Assess Technology Monitors the current-state solution portfolio to identify deficiencies through aging of the technologies used by the application, or misalignment with business requirements / IT Strategy Supports product managers in end of life product decisions to maintain, refresh or retire services, or systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information Understands emerging technology trends and disruptions and their practical application to enable new and evolving business and operating models Analyses the technology industry, competitors, and market trends, and determines their potential implications for a given solution Analyses the business-IT environment to detect critical deficiencies, legacy, and technical debt, and recommends solutions for improvement Facilitates the evaluation and selection of software product standards and services, as well as the design of standard and custom software configurations Consults with application and infrastructure development projects and products to fit systems or infrastructure to architecture and identify when it is necessary to modify designs to accommodate the solutions architecture Example deliverables: Current state architecture documentation, vendor assessment for RFP, contribution to cost/benefit analysis, contributions to proof-of-concept implementation 3 - Apply Technology Leads evaluation, design and analysis for the implementation of a solutions architecture across a group of specific business applications or technologies based on enterprise business strategy, business capabilities, value-streams, business requirements and enterprise standards Manages and develops the architecture for a broader scope of projects or products, working closely with application architects that manage and design architecture for a single project or product or initiative Develops a roadmap for the evolution of the enterprise solution portfolio from current to future state, as defined by the solutions architecture Acts as a consultant on a broad range of technologies, platforms, and vendor offerings to drive targeted business outcomes Creates architectural designs to guide and contextualise solution development across products, services, projects, and systems, including applications, technologies, processes, and information Works closely with the program management office (PMO) or project management office to ensure the execution of plans corresponds with what is being promised throughout the project or product lifecycle Provides consulting support to application architects within agile teams to ensure the project or product is aligned with the overall enterprise architecture Provides deliverables like standard definitions, reference models and architecture designs to support architectural governance to assess the impact of new and ongoing technology investment on the business and IT estate Supports a community of practice (CoP), guiding and helping agile teams, product owners to align with the overall enterprise architecture governance and assurance Designs and directs the governance activities associated with ensuring solutions architecture assurance and compliance Defines the principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience Minimum of five years of experience in at least two IT solution development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies, platforms, and processing environments Good understanding of strategic and emerging technology trends, and the practical application of existing and emerging technologies to new and evolving business and operating models Good understanding of product management, agile principles and development methodologies and capability of supporting agile teams by providing advice and guidance on opportunities, impact, and risks, taking account of technical and architectural debt Experience working in a relevant industry is helpful, but not required. Experience developing architecture blueprints, strategies, and roadmaps Experience delivering presentations to senior-level executives and technical audiences Drive, passion, and enthusiasm for success and quality Presents a professional image in words, tone, and style Able to effectively deal with changing priorities or obstacles and to provide alternative options or solutions A team player the job holder will build strong relationships both within Aztec as well as with the suppliers and 3rd parties as required Resilience to cope with demands and tight timescales and remain calm under pressure Approachable, with ability to operate at all team levels Pragmatic, problem solver, willing to solve problems or seek out required resolution Initiative and problem solving: identifies problems, provides / facilitates the creation of options and recommendations, and uses initiative to drive solutions in a positive and constructive manner; whilst being able to identify and manages risk. Excellent communication: communicates with clarity and confidence at all levels; adapts style and content to the needs of the audience by being inspirational We will provide the training in house for relevant technical knowledge and soft skills to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.
Location/s: Manchester or Liverpool; UK Recruiter contact: Nicola Coyle Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business division The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald's centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland's water and wastewater challenges. The work we do is at the forefront of ensuring safe water supplies for future generations, preventing urban flooding, and improving the health of our rivers and coastal environments. Our multi-disciplinary teams provide a variety of services throughout the full project life cycle, from advisory services and feasibility studies to outline and detailed design. Together, we deliver best-in-class solutions to our clients while offering diverse and technically stimulating opportunities to our people. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald is a market leader in the UK water sector, being a key supplier to major water companies and delivering a wide variety of engineering and advisory projects in support to the challenges faced by the sector. Our Water Consultancy Division has ambitious growth plans in line with AMP8 investment needs and we are proud of our strong reputation in the industry which is allowing us to expand our business. Having been appointed to a large UK water consultancy framework in 2024, we are looking for a Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of our water and wastewater programmes. You will have the opportunity to steer the technical direction of discipline related activities, working closely with our client and our other discipline leads. You will own the technical quality of the deliverables created by engineers/consultants and manage technical problem solving. You will also be expected to hold a key relationship with equivalent discipline leads for the client, leveraging this to help resolve technical issues and blockers. The scale of investment required in AMP8 is both a significant challenge but a major opportunity to provide a long-lasting legacy to our client and their region. It also requires new more efficient ways of delivering our services and for the successful candidate to demonstrate their ability to identify and implement innovations that maintain delivery to programme and commercial targets. Key elements of the role will include taking a lead on and managing the following activities: Provide technical mechanical expertise across our programmes of water and wastewater engineering Perform feasibility, outline, and detailed mechanical design Accountable for checking and the overall technical quality of the deliverables created by the mechanical team Work closely with other disciplines, contributing to deliverables including, for example, technical reports, drawings, models, plant and equipment specifications, schedules, design risk assessments, and cost and program estimates Develop and nurture sound relationships with our clients Co-ordinate mechanical resources across the framework alongside resource managers, project managers and project technical leads Line manage, track and encourage the continuous development of mechanical discipline staff The role is expected to develop and evolve in line with the framework requirements and the candidates' own skills and development areas. It also offers the opportunity to develop the next generation of talent within our business. Candidate specification We are looking for someone who is keen to make a difference in the sector, take wide responsibilities and progress professionally. Essential: Chartered Status (CEng) from a recognised professional institution Proven ability to lead a portfolio of technical projects, ensuring compliance with relevant quality assurance and technical standards and supporting the development of less experienced staff Experience in multi-disciplinary feasibility, outline, and detailed design within the UK water sector Strong communication skills with experience in effective collaboration across internal multi-disciplinary teams with other technical disciplines A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions Desire to take a leading role with client engagement on mechanical engineering needs in the UK Good understanding of designers' responsibilities under CDM Flexibility to travel regularly for client meetings Desirable: Experience with NEC PS contracts Proven project management experience UK water sector experience in delivering programme of works UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Agile working We are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities. Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes. Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Location/s: Manchester or Liverpool; UK Recruiter contact: Nicola Coyle Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. About the business division The Water Utilities Division is Mott MacDonald's centre of excellence for responding to the UK and Ireland's water and wastewater challenges. The work we do is at the forefront of ensuring safe water supplies for future generations, preventing urban flooding, and improving the health of our rivers and coastal environments. Our multi-disciplinary teams provide a variety of services throughout the full project life cycle, from advisory services and feasibility studies to outline and detailed design. Together, we deliver best-in-class solutions to our clients while offering diverse and technically stimulating opportunities to our people. Overview of the role Mott MacDonald is a market leader in the UK water sector, being a key supplier to major water companies and delivering a wide variety of engineering and advisory projects in support to the challenges faced by the sector. Our Water Consultancy Division has ambitious growth plans in line with AMP8 investment needs and we are proud of our strong reputation in the industry which is allowing us to expand our business. Having been appointed to a large UK water consultancy framework in 2024, we are looking for a Senior Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of our water and wastewater programmes. You will have the opportunity to steer the technical direction of discipline related activities, working closely with our client and our other discipline leads. You will own the technical quality of the deliverables created by engineers/consultants and manage technical problem solving. You will also be expected to hold a key relationship with equivalent discipline leads for the client, leveraging this to help resolve technical issues and blockers. The scale of investment required in AMP8 is both a significant challenge but a major opportunity to provide a long-lasting legacy to our client and their region. It also requires new more efficient ways of delivering our services and for the successful candidate to demonstrate their ability to identify and implement innovations that maintain delivery to programme and commercial targets. Key elements of the role will include taking a lead on and managing the following activities: Provide technical mechanical expertise across our programmes of water and wastewater engineering Perform feasibility, outline, and detailed mechanical design Accountable for checking and the overall technical quality of the deliverables created by the mechanical team Work closely with other disciplines, contributing to deliverables including, for example, technical reports, drawings, models, plant and equipment specifications, schedules, design risk assessments, and cost and program estimates Develop and nurture sound relationships with our clients Co-ordinate mechanical resources across the framework alongside resource managers, project managers and project technical leads Line manage, track and encourage the continuous development of mechanical discipline staff The role is expected to develop and evolve in line with the framework requirements and the candidates' own skills and development areas. It also offers the opportunity to develop the next generation of talent within our business. Candidate specification We are looking for someone who is keen to make a difference in the sector, take wide responsibilities and progress professionally. Essential: Chartered Status (CEng) from a recognised professional institution Proven ability to lead a portfolio of technical projects, ensuring compliance with relevant quality assurance and technical standards and supporting the development of less experienced staff Experience in multi-disciplinary feasibility, outline, and detailed design within the UK water sector Strong communication skills with experience in effective collaboration across internal multi-disciplinary teams with other technical disciplines A drive to be abreast of professional development and knowledge of current and emerging technical solutions Desire to take a leading role with client engagement on mechanical engineering needs in the UK Good understanding of designers' responsibilities under CDM Flexibility to travel regularly for client meetings Desirable: Experience with NEC PS contracts Proven project management experience UK water sector experience in delivering programme of works UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Agile working We are happy to talk openly about flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace. We offer some fantastic benefits including: Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities. Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes. Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Senior Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £10m to £50m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Coaching junior staff, including allocating roles and responsibilities to ensure effective cost management on all projects Advising clients on feasibility studies Advising clients on their procurement options Managing the estimating and cost planning stages, including presenting the final cost plan to the client Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for peer reviewing cost allowances and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Leading bid submissions Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Lead in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members Management of projects on D365 REPORTING Depending upon context, a Senior Cost Manager is likely to report to an Associate Director, Project Director or Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Senior Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained The Candidate We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development TURNER & TOWNSEND: We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Qualifications Experience and Skills Good knowledge of construction methods and procurement routes/ Sound knowledge of various forms of contract (JCT/NEC). Excellent measurement and cost planning expertise including use of NRM. Commercially astute with demonstrable negotiation and communication skills. Team oriented. A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management / quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or similar) Degree or HNC level qualification Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time. Company Values Statement: We endeavour to create a work environment that reflects the culture of the company, and we encourage every member of our staff to embrace our commitment to be: Professional, Quality Driven, Goal Orientated, Customer Focused, Continuously Improving, Flexible, Open & Integrated. Company Vision: To become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets, rewarded for the value we create. Additional Information . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: Job Description Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 10,000 people in 50 countries. Collaborating with our clients across real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors, we specialise in major programmes, programme management, cost and commercial management, net zero and digital solutions. We are passionate about making the difference, transforming performance for a green, inclusive and productive world. As well as helping organisations deliver and integrate new assets as quickly and efficiently as possible, we help set the asset strategies that support their corporate objectives. We also work with our clients to create safe and comfortable environments which are inexpensive to maintain, sustainable and practical to conduct business from. OUR CORE VALUES We love a challenge We are stronger together We bring out the best in everyone To support and progress our values, we: Developed a market leading suite of bespoke digital tools to deliver our market leading cost management services: The Hive Are a champion of a diverse workforce and culture Offer role development and advancement opportunities Set out our NewLeaf strategy, commitment to social value and environmental issues Provide opportunities for professional development (working with industry leading professionals, RICS Chartership development support, NEC accreditation) Offer a level of independence with multidisciplinary collaboration and support where needed We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. We believe that everyone should pursue their passions and provide a real opportunity for this; whether you join one of our sports teams, social networks or bring a new interest to your colleagues. MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE To perform the role of the Commission Manager, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery To ensure that client objectives are met through the delivery of an effective cost management service SCOPE Senior Cost Managers handle commissions of varying sizes, depending upon the complexity of the project. Typically, projects fall within the £10m to £50m range. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Commission Management, to include: Coaching junior staff, including allocating roles and responsibilities to ensure effective cost management on all projects Advising clients on feasibility studies Advising clients on their procurement options Managing the estimating and cost planning stages, including presenting the final cost plan to the client Tendering and procuring, including managing the pre-qualification stage, producing the tender list, producing the preliminaries, tender analysis, producing the tender report and compiling the contractual documents, utilising the relevant cost management tools and services; The Hive; eTender Platform Conducting the role of contract administrator, including dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes, where applicable referring major changes to line manager Taking personal responsibility for peer reviewing cost allowances and carrying out valuations on larger projects and in all cases ensuring that timely and accurate cost checking and valuation takes place Producing monthly post contract cost reports via our Cost Control App and presenting them to the client Inputting into value engineering Negotiating and agreeing final accounts Interfacing with the client, Project Manager, and other consultants, at all project stages Work collaboratively with Turner and Townsend's project management team during project delivery Where appropriate, leading a cost management team, ensuring that they deliver on all of the above accountabilities Utilising our full suite of bespoke digital cost management tools and services; The Hive: Benchmarking App, CostX, Market Rates App, eTender Platform, and Cost Control App Implementing our Embodied Carbon Calculator, a bespoke carbon accounting tool, to produce carbon footprint reports Supporting the execution of our NewLeaf strategy Management of internal fees, internal job costing and resourcing requirements Marketing and business development, to include: Identifying opportunities to develop new business with existing clients and reporting such opportunities to the appropriate line manager and by making effective use of the marketing database Developing and maintaining a professional network of peers and potential clients Leading bid submissions Identifying ways in which cost management procedures, templates and products can be improved Being involved in extracurricular activities including external groups, attending networking and CPD events Internal management accountabilities, to include: Knowledge management - Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the Turner & Townsend internal database Process improvement - Identifying ways in which internal systems and processes can be improved and referring ideas to the appropriate line manager Lead in the support, development, and mentorship of junior staff members Management of projects on D365 REPORTING Depending upon context, a Senior Cost Manager is likely to report to an Associate Director, Project Director or Director. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS A Senior Cost Manager will in part be assessed by the extent to which: Commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time Service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment Good relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross-functional team They work as an effective member of the cost management team, including where appropriate, taking effective responsibility for Assistant Cost Managers and Cost Managers Opportunities are identified to develop new business with existing clients Margin levels are kept track of on all commissions Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained The Candidate We would expect candidates to demonstrate the following: Ability to work with autonomy A self-motivated individual who is able to take initiative and deliver to tight deadlines Have achieved Chartered Status Have a confident and professional manner Highly organised and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to collaborate and build relationships across the business Ability to work well under pressure Ability to delegate tasks to junior team to assist in their technical development TURNER & TOWNSEND: We actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. Qualifications Experience and Skills Good knowledge of construction methods and procurement routes/ Sound knowledge of various forms of contract (JCT/NEC). Excellent measurement and cost planning expertise including use of NRM. Commercially astute with demonstrable negotiation and communication skills. Team oriented. A proven track record of delivering high quality cost management / quantity surveying services across the full project lifecycle Ideally professionally qualified (RICS or similar) Degree or HNC level qualification Ability to successfully manage and prioritise more than one project at a time. Company Values Statement: We endeavour to create a work environment that reflects the culture of the company, and we encourage every member of our staff to embrace our commitment to be: Professional, Quality Driven, Goal Orientated, Customer Focused, Continuously Improving, Flexible, Open & Integrated. Company Vision: To become the leading global provider of professional services to the natural resources, infrastructure and property markets, rewarded for the value we create. Additional Information . click apply for full job details
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Solutions Architect About the role It's an exciting time at Capital One UK! We're on a mission to create a cloud-native architecture which will enable us to increase financial inclusion through delivering highly resilient, transformative, real time and intelligent experiences to our customers. Capital One's Architecture team works closely with business and Enterprise partners to define strategic destinations for our business and architecture domains, including making key investment and buy-vs-build and Enterprise platform reuse recommendations to achieve the target business capabilities. We also work closely with delivery teams, guiding and governing complex solutions to balance speed and agility with delivery quality, confidence and auditability. Pragmatism is key to understanding and making the right judgement calls across the constraints that our delivery teams operate under. As a Senior Manager Solutions Architect you are an experienced technical leader bringing business, industry and deep technical understanding to shape the architecture direction and evolution of the UK ecosystem across your aligned architecture domain(s) and business outcomes. You will actively contribute to promoting and advancing architecture excellence across the team, and foster innovation to unlock value across our business. Come and join us to shape the future of financial services in the Cloud. What you'll do Be a trusted part of the technical leadership of your aligned business outcome team, as well as an active participant in the broader Architecture community, with wider context, influence and ownership of the long term target architecture for your technology domain. Collaborate with product managers and business sponsors on the overall product roadmap for key business goals, extending the technology planning horizon in order to deliver desired business capabilities. Play the leading technical role in larger initiatives within your outcome or technical area of expertise, partnering with Product to shape the solutions and breaking down complex problems for agile teams to deliver. Ensure that solutions in your outcome team deliver value to the business and are resilient, scalable, well managed, performant and cost-effective through close collaboration with peers across Product, Service Transition, Cyber security and Engineering. Set appropriate guardrails to enable our engineers to create applications aligned to our Enterprise objectives. Drive simplification across our architecture, processes and technologies, by encouraging and fostering the reuse of appropriate industry SaaS Solutions and/or Enterprise Standards, Patterns, Capabilities and Platforms. Be a change agent driving continuous improvement in architecture process methodology and best-practices. Blend vision and perfection with pragmatism and realism to help navigate through trade-offs, typically involving time, cost, quality, scope and risk. Highlight the engineering skills needed to allow us to move towards our target technology architecture, and support the career growth of engineers in the domain of solution architecture and design. Foster a culture of knowledge sharing by acting as a thought catalyst by keeping the community up to date on industry, enterprise and business trends. Inject this context into technology decisions. Make everyone welcome and seek different perspectives; model inclusion. What we're looking for: You have experience in solutions architecture in an environment of an internal/external IT technology estate and in-house, third party and SaaS delivery capabilities. Further experience of operating within and influencing an Enterprise governance model is welcomed. Prior experience in real-time / event driven architectures You are skilled and knowledgeable across architectural areas compromising software applications, infrastructure and management information domains. Experience of delivering solutions on Public Cloud is beneficial, particularly AWS. You are comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs and can tell the story to enable stakeholders to understand the rationale and implications. You are willing and excited to get into the detail of a data-driven, highly regulated industry with a degree of complexity, recognising that this inevitably results in necessary processes and constraints that can increase time to market over less regulated industries. Experience in a Financial Services organisation is beneficial. You work well with diverse teams across multiple locations and geographies, partnering across the UK business and wider Enterprise to navigate an ambiguous and quickly changing environment. You are flexible, adapting your approach to meet the needs of the team, initiative, or product. You solicit differing views and are willing to change your mind and perspective as you learn more. You are adept at building consensus to align stakeholders to a common direction. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our Nottingham office. We're big on collaboration and connection, and so you will be based in our offices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 15, 2025
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Senior Solutions Architect About the role It's an exciting time at Capital One UK! We're on a mission to create a cloud-native architecture which will enable us to increase financial inclusion through delivering highly resilient, transformative, real time and intelligent experiences to our customers. Capital One's Architecture team works closely with business and Enterprise partners to define strategic destinations for our business and architecture domains, including making key investment and buy-vs-build and Enterprise platform reuse recommendations to achieve the target business capabilities. We also work closely with delivery teams, guiding and governing complex solutions to balance speed and agility with delivery quality, confidence and auditability. Pragmatism is key to understanding and making the right judgement calls across the constraints that our delivery teams operate under. As a Senior Manager Solutions Architect you are an experienced technical leader bringing business, industry and deep technical understanding to shape the architecture direction and evolution of the UK ecosystem across your aligned architecture domain(s) and business outcomes. You will actively contribute to promoting and advancing architecture excellence across the team, and foster innovation to unlock value across our business. Come and join us to shape the future of financial services in the Cloud. What you'll do Be a trusted part of the technical leadership of your aligned business outcome team, as well as an active participant in the broader Architecture community, with wider context, influence and ownership of the long term target architecture for your technology domain. Collaborate with product managers and business sponsors on the overall product roadmap for key business goals, extending the technology planning horizon in order to deliver desired business capabilities. Play the leading technical role in larger initiatives within your outcome or technical area of expertise, partnering with Product to shape the solutions and breaking down complex problems for agile teams to deliver. Ensure that solutions in your outcome team deliver value to the business and are resilient, scalable, well managed, performant and cost-effective through close collaboration with peers across Product, Service Transition, Cyber security and Engineering. Set appropriate guardrails to enable our engineers to create applications aligned to our Enterprise objectives. Drive simplification across our architecture, processes and technologies, by encouraging and fostering the reuse of appropriate industry SaaS Solutions and/or Enterprise Standards, Patterns, Capabilities and Platforms. Be a change agent driving continuous improvement in architecture process methodology and best-practices. Blend vision and perfection with pragmatism and realism to help navigate through trade-offs, typically involving time, cost, quality, scope and risk. Highlight the engineering skills needed to allow us to move towards our target technology architecture, and support the career growth of engineers in the domain of solution architecture and design. Foster a culture of knowledge sharing by acting as a thought catalyst by keeping the community up to date on industry, enterprise and business trends. Inject this context into technology decisions. Make everyone welcome and seek different perspectives; model inclusion. What we're looking for: You have experience in solutions architecture in an environment of an internal/external IT technology estate and in-house, third party and SaaS delivery capabilities. Further experience of operating within and influencing an Enterprise governance model is welcomed. Prior experience in real-time / event driven architectures You are skilled and knowledgeable across architectural areas compromising software applications, infrastructure and management information domains. Experience of delivering solutions on Public Cloud is beneficial, particularly AWS. You are comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs and can tell the story to enable stakeholders to understand the rationale and implications. You are willing and excited to get into the detail of a data-driven, highly regulated industry with a degree of complexity, recognising that this inevitably results in necessary processes and constraints that can increase time to market over less regulated industries. Experience in a Financial Services organisation is beneficial. You work well with diverse teams across multiple locations and geographies, partnering across the UK business and wider Enterprise to navigate an ambiguous and quickly changing environment. You are flexible, adapting your approach to meet the needs of the team, initiative, or product. You solicit differing views and are willing to change your mind and perspective as you learn more. You are adept at building consensus to align stakeholders to a common direction. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our Nottingham office. We're big on collaboration and connection, and so you will be based in our offices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that since 2004, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Responsible to the Contracts Manager you willmanage the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customer care, and cost. You will be expected to: Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations, and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme on larger developments, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery. Manage material levels on larger site to ensure the minimum amount of stock, but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications, and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings to influence, gain commitment, and to drive best practice. To have regularly displayed a proactive approach to mitigating risk, to build sequencing, and to overall quality on site. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved. Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities on some challenging sites. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through proactive organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator and influencer of people to gain commitment and compliance, and to drive delivery. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks proactively to anticipate and meet changing business needs. Ability to demonstrate a strong problem-solving ethic, and the ability to get to the route cause of a problem. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations. A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Cover - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days) Today's housebuilding professional need tomorrow's benefits, so they're ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world. Private medical cover Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more - including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members. Pension First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions. Annual Health Assessment All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable - from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts. Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle. So much more From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits. About East Scotland We're proud to create homes that are built to last and help bring to life a brighter future for modern families. As one of the largest residential property development companies in the UK, we're committed to building smarter homes that are kinder to the planet and suit people who are just starting out on their home-owning journey. Where you'll be working Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites. Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture. Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind We're building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2025
Full time
Within the Construction environment, think about buying materials, managing big projects, ensuring health and safety and customer service. At any given time, you'll find us working on some circa 400 developments in both towns and rural areas across the UK, and every one poses unique challenges. Some are from scratch on brownfield sites; others see us adapting existing buildings, like old factories or disused hospitals. We need people who can bring us fresh ideas and imagination on one hand, and the commercial ability to manage people, budgets and costs on the other. It is testament to the professionalism of our construction teams that since 2004, Site Managers have won more NHBC Pride in the Job Awards than any other housebuilder. Responsible to the Contracts Manager you willmanage the construction of a development, including all associated pre and post housebuilding works, ensuring that targets are met regarding health and safety, delivery to build programme quality, customer care, and cost. You will be expected to: Ensuring compliance on site at all times to the company health and safety standards and processes, NHBC standards, building regulations, and overall quality standards. Co-ordinating labour and resources on site to deliver the build programme on larger developments, and to proactively schedule in trades to ensure optimum delivery. Manage material levels on larger site to ensure the minimum amount of stock, but enough to ensure the site programme is met and all labour is efficiently employed. Ensuring that all plots are built to the highest standard of quality, complying with the NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, range specifications, and best practice. Undertaking company directed quality control procedures and inspections at the correct timings, and rectifying any defects so as not to incur additional cost, time delays to the programme, or reduction in the final quality. Monitoring and controlling the cost of production, and approving payment to contractors and trades where appropriate. Initiating and attending plot inspections with the Local Building Inspector or NHBC, taking corrective action to ensure a minimum of RI's/BRI's. Carrying out toolbox talks or similar on-site briefings to influence, gain commitment, and to drive best practice. To have regularly displayed a proactive approach to mitigating risk, to build sequencing, and to overall quality on site. Liaising proactively with other internal departments, externals suppliers and partners to ensure the build programme is achieved. Working with sales through regular sales/build meetings to ensure a smooth and controlled delivery of homes for customers. To deliver a high standard of site presentation at all times. Carrying out New Home Tour with the Sales Advisor and customer(s) to give a good demonstration of the home, answering any questions, and rectifying any issues before Legal Completion. With the support of the Contracts Manager, ensure that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources. Showing a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism. To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Extensive experience of working to an established build programme and managing key priorities on some challenging sites. Proven ability to consistently deliver weekly targets through proactive organisation of the labour force, and promoting a team working ethic. Excellent communicator and influencer of people to gain commitment and compliance, and to drive delivery. Demonstrated good leadership and assertive skills to ensure optimum delivery to the highest quality standards on site. Ability to prioritise tasks proactively to anticipate and meet changing business needs. Ability to demonstrate a strong problem-solving ethic, and the ability to get to the route cause of a problem. A member of the Chartered Institute of Builders and/or qualified to NVQ level 5 in Construction Management, or a time served tradesman with considerable experience of the full range of construction trades. In depth knowledge of all aspects of construction and housebuilding, and the relevant legislative requirements e.g. health and safety, NHBC requirements and Building Regulations. A thorough knowledge and well-rounded experience of dealing with customers and potential customers in all aspects, such as the giving of information and advice, resolving any customer issues, confirming company procedures etc. We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuildersince 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barrattadopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on ourconstructionsites andsalesoffices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Bonus Scheme Private Medical Cover - Single Cover Annual Medical Health Assessment 26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days) Today's housebuilding professional need tomorrow's benefits, so they're ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world. Private medical cover Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more - including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members. Pension First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions. Annual Health Assessment All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing. As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable - from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts. Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle. So much more From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits. About East Scotland We're proud to create homes that are built to last and help bring to life a brighter future for modern families. As one of the largest residential property development companies in the UK, we're committed to building smarter homes that are kinder to the planet and suit people who are just starting out on their home-owning journey. Where you'll be working Here is where you'll be based, whether that's an office or one of our sites. Putting diversity and inclusion front and centre We know that a diverse team is better for our customers, makes us a more attractive employer and results in a stronger, more sustainable business. Which is why we're so committed to developing our inclusive culture. Thinking ahead to leave a better world behind We're building a sustainable tomorrow, one house and one community at a time . click apply for full job details
Company Description OVERVIEW Publicis Groupe is one of the world's largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media, and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in this space. At Publicis Groupe, we've invested in capabilities across these four imperatives our clients need to unlock growth. As the only one who can architect, build, and orchestrate end-to-end solutions, not only do we have a proven record of building bespoke models for clients and leading expertise across all major industry categories, but we are also able to offer our talents more opportunities to grow and benefit from a richer learning experience. We call this Power of One. Powered by a 100,000-strong network via Marcel, our AI-based platform, we are also able to provide our clients and talents instant access to resources and knowledge for any need, any time, in any market. THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us. It is how we behave with each other and our clients, and it is deeply rooted throughout our work, to elevate and bring to life our differences throughout the platform world. Job Description PMX Consulting PMX Consulting is at the cutting edge of empowering ambitious brands to thrive in today's fast-paced marketing terrain. We are the driving force for businesses set to excel through strategic innovation, agile processes, and expert guidance. With our global network of proactive consultants, we transform intricate challenges into actionable solutions, enhancing growth and efficiency for our clients. Role Overview We're on the lookout for a Commercial Director to join our team. Reporting to the EMEA & ROW Head of Commercials, the Commercial Director will take the lead in managing all commercial aspects of one or more major existing global client relationships. This will include negotiating the fee and contractual relationship with client procurement, supporting the relevant Global Client Leads on all commercial matters, and cascading the globally agreed deal down to Regional/Local offices for implementation. In addition, from time to time (as workload allows), the Commercial Director will also support the NewBiz Commercial team with global pitches. Knowledge of commercial contracts terms and relevant fee propositions are essential, along with teamwork, proactivity, and the ability to meet deadlines. This role sits within the Commercial team but will also work closely with the finance and client teams. Responsibilities Managing one or more global clients (e.g., L'Oreal, Reckitt, Coty) on commercial discussions. Acting as a commercial business partner to Global Client Leads for global media clients run out of London. Engaging with Regional/Local business and finance leads on commercial and financial discussions to ensure global deals are successfully implemented in a contract-compliant manner. Guiding the junior Commercial staff (currently Associate Director, Manager / Senior Manager level). Covering for the Global Commercial Director and other Commercial Directors during absences. Supporting pitch work on an ad hoc basis, with the aim of making the process more proactive so that the overall commercial pitch message is delivered. Coordinating with Legal on commercial contracts for clients. Overseeing (with Global Client Leads) scopes of work and ensuring out-of-scope work is captured, costed, and highlighted. Qualifications Having functional, technical knowledge and skills to deliver global commercial projects at a high level of accomplishment. Media agency experience in a Senior Director or similar role. Excellent understanding of the pitch and commercial process within Media. Excellent quantitative and negotiation skills, with an understanding of media agency dynamics. Proficiency in data management, finance systems, and Excel (including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot tables); VBA skills are a plus. Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and time management for handling multiple tasks. Previous experience working within a global remit is advantageous. Additional Information Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full-time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments, or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).
May 15, 2025
Full time
Company Description OVERVIEW Publicis Groupe is one of the world's largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity, 3. Smart Media, and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in this space. At Publicis Groupe, we've invested in capabilities across these four imperatives our clients need to unlock growth. As the only one who can architect, build, and orchestrate end-to-end solutions, not only do we have a proven record of building bespoke models for clients and leading expertise across all major industry categories, but we are also able to offer our talents more opportunities to grow and benefit from a richer learning experience. We call this Power of One. Powered by a 100,000-strong network via Marcel, our AI-based platform, we are also able to provide our clients and talents instant access to resources and knowledge for any need, any time, in any market. THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us. It is how we behave with each other and our clients, and it is deeply rooted throughout our work, to elevate and bring to life our differences throughout the platform world. Job Description PMX Consulting PMX Consulting is at the cutting edge of empowering ambitious brands to thrive in today's fast-paced marketing terrain. We are the driving force for businesses set to excel through strategic innovation, agile processes, and expert guidance. With our global network of proactive consultants, we transform intricate challenges into actionable solutions, enhancing growth and efficiency for our clients. Role Overview We're on the lookout for a Commercial Director to join our team. Reporting to the EMEA & ROW Head of Commercials, the Commercial Director will take the lead in managing all commercial aspects of one or more major existing global client relationships. This will include negotiating the fee and contractual relationship with client procurement, supporting the relevant Global Client Leads on all commercial matters, and cascading the globally agreed deal down to Regional/Local offices for implementation. In addition, from time to time (as workload allows), the Commercial Director will also support the NewBiz Commercial team with global pitches. Knowledge of commercial contracts terms and relevant fee propositions are essential, along with teamwork, proactivity, and the ability to meet deadlines. This role sits within the Commercial team but will also work closely with the finance and client teams. Responsibilities Managing one or more global clients (e.g., L'Oreal, Reckitt, Coty) on commercial discussions. Acting as a commercial business partner to Global Client Leads for global media clients run out of London. Engaging with Regional/Local business and finance leads on commercial and financial discussions to ensure global deals are successfully implemented in a contract-compliant manner. Guiding the junior Commercial staff (currently Associate Director, Manager / Senior Manager level). Covering for the Global Commercial Director and other Commercial Directors during absences. Supporting pitch work on an ad hoc basis, with the aim of making the process more proactive so that the overall commercial pitch message is delivered. Coordinating with Legal on commercial contracts for clients. Overseeing (with Global Client Leads) scopes of work and ensuring out-of-scope work is captured, costed, and highlighted. Qualifications Having functional, technical knowledge and skills to deliver global commercial projects at a high level of accomplishment. Media agency experience in a Senior Director or similar role. Excellent understanding of the pitch and commercial process within Media. Excellent quantitative and negotiation skills, with an understanding of media agency dynamics. Proficiency in data management, finance systems, and Excel (including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, Pivot tables); VBA skills are a plus. Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and time management for handling multiple tasks. Previous experience working within a global remit is advantageous. Additional Information Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full-time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments, or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).
St Andrews Links Trust (SALT) seeks an exceptional General Manager for the Eden Clubhouse, overseeing operational teams for the Eden, Strathtyrum, and Balgove courses as well as their comprehensive facilities. This key leadership position manages a substantial operation, including the restaurant, retail outlet, junior room, and works closely with the team managing the impressive driving range featuring 60 floodlit and 22 indoor bays equipped with Toptracer technology. With significant investment planned for the facility, the successful candidate will enhance the customer experience and position these facilities as essential destinations alongside the iconic Old Course and other St Andrews venues. St Andrews Links Trust manages Europe's largest public golf complex, which includes the iconic Old Course, universally recognized as the Home of Golf. Established by an Act of Parliament in 1974, this charitable organization oversees seven distinct courses while balancing its dual mandate of public access and commercial sustainability. The Trust has hosted The Open Championship thirty times, most recently in 2022, with a scheduled return in 2027. Additionally, it welcomed the Women's Open Championship in 2024 and regularly hosts the DP World Tour's Alfred Dunhill Championship along with the prestigious amateur St Andrews Links Trophy. In 2023, the challenging Jubilee course hosted the inaugural US collegiate event, further expanding its international profile. As registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator, the Trust's charitable purpose focuses on advancing public participation in sport and providing recreational facilities to enhance community conditions. While operating independently from the R&A (which governs the rules of golf), the Trust sustains a collaborative relationship with this governing body. The Trust's statutory obligation is to "hold and maintain the Links as a public park and place of public resort and recreation" for both St Andrews residents and visitors. This requires a careful balance between local access rights and tourism demands while generating sufficient commercial returns to reinvest in the maintenance of these historic facilities to world-class standards. ST ANDREWS LINKS TRUST BY THE NUMBERS At present, there are approximately 6,000 Links Ticket holders. Green Fee for 2025 - £340 117 holes of golf with approximately 280,000 rounds played per annum. Number of clubhouses: 3 Food & beverage outlets: 5 Responsible for: Heads of Department and Line Staff. GENERAL MANAGER - EDEN POSITION OVERVIEW The General Manager - Eden is responsible for the smooth day-to-day operations of the clubhouse and associated courses and plays a key role in ensuring that exceptional customer experiences are delivered to a broad customer base with diverse needs and requests. While driving financial performance, the General Manager will lead the Clubhouse teams in setting and maintaining the highest standards of service and hospitality. Primary Responsibilities: Leadership Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Clubhouse teams and day-to-day operations. Line manages department leads, including golf operations, food and beverage, and reception, whilst forming effective communication and relationships with on-site retail operations. Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and professional development for staff. Customer Relations Develop and maintain strong relationships with ticket holders, groups, and all other visitors by addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally. Implement programs and events that boost engagement and satisfaction. Serve as the primary point of contact for ticket holders and customer visitors, ensuring open and effective communication channels to encourage feedback. Prepare and manage the Clubhouse budgets, ensuring that financial targets are met or exceeded. Monitor the Clubhouse's financial performance and cost structure, including revenue, expenses, and profitability. Implement cost-control measures and identify revenue growth opportunities. Operational Excellence Ensure that the golf operations and club facilities are presented and maintained to the highest standards, thereby enhancing the overall customer experience. Oversee the scheduling and execution of maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety, environmental, and sustainability laws and regulations. Marketing and Growth: Work closely with the Marketing team to develop and implement tailored marketing campaigns and materials that foster new customer experiences, attracting new customers and expanding the overall customer base. Work closely with the Community Engagement team to promote access to the Clubhouse amenities and services, enhancing the Trust's reputation and visibility in the community. Event Management Plan and oversee Clubhouse events and activities, whilst utilising available data on golfing groups to ensure their expectations are met. Monitor feedback from ticket holders and guests to continuously review and enhance event offerings, thereby informing the overall customer experience. Performance Collaborate with Directors to ensure that the clubhouse activities align with the Trust's strategic goals. Provide regular reports on the Clubhouse's performance indicators and initiatives, and, where appropriate, identify and address areas for improvement. Represent SALT at community and industry events to build strong relationships and partnerships. Key attributes, characteristics, experiences, and style of the successful new leader include: Demonstrable leadership and management capabilities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge and understanding of golf or leisure operations on a multi-faceted site. Strong financial management skills and the ability to interpret financial data. Working knowledge of all applicable licensing laws. A well-rounded commercial background that includes operating businesses and asset management. Analytical and strategic thinker who can review complex problems and generate effective solutions. Experience in effective and skilled communication with a range of organisations, partners, and people Experience in producing budgets and business plans. Ability to develop the skills and abilities of staff at all levels. Good report writing, oral, and administration skills. High level of integrity and professionalism. Organised and effective planner with the ability to balance priorities. An appreciation of the game of golf and the position the Home of Golf holds in the game. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences. ST ANDREWS LINKS TRUST VALUES & BEHAVIOURS As one of the SALT team, they always need you to: A Team of Teams At SALT, everyone is made to feel part of the one team. Show genuine care for one another Trust in each other Keep everyone included Work together and continuously improve Share - ideas, work, and gratitude Making the unique happen Caring for and adding to the renown, heritage, and reputation of SALT is everyone's responsibility. Be passionate about the location Appreciate the game Respect our built and natural heritage Act as custodians of the Links Take on new ideas and ways of working With unforgettable experiences Ensuring that the ambitions of everyone in SALT's world are brought to life. Apply quality in everything we do Be proud of the memories we make Learn and grow together Work to exceed expectations Share our success with others Carry out your work in a safe manner and notendanger yourself or anyone else by your acts or omissions. Comply with the Trust's health and safety policy as it relates to your work activities and take appropriate action in case of an emergency. Apply the Trust's equality and diversity policies and principles in your own area of responsibility and in your general conduct. Promote high levels of customer service in everything you do. Work towards continuous improvement, be adaptable to change, and be willing to acquire new skills and knowledge as applicable to the needs of the role. Engage with our commitment to Environmental Sustainability in order to reduce our waste, energy consumption and carbon footprint. You may, with reasonable notice, be required to work within other areas of the Trust. CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a similar role within the hospitality or golf industry. Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or equivalent field. EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS Prior work in a commensurate environment within the hospitality or golf industry. Previous experience in a senior management position. A track record of driving service excellence across a multi-function team and delivering a 365-day operation. SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary is competitive. SALT offers an excellent benefits package. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY . click apply for full job details
May 15, 2025
Full time
St Andrews Links Trust (SALT) seeks an exceptional General Manager for the Eden Clubhouse, overseeing operational teams for the Eden, Strathtyrum, and Balgove courses as well as their comprehensive facilities. This key leadership position manages a substantial operation, including the restaurant, retail outlet, junior room, and works closely with the team managing the impressive driving range featuring 60 floodlit and 22 indoor bays equipped with Toptracer technology. With significant investment planned for the facility, the successful candidate will enhance the customer experience and position these facilities as essential destinations alongside the iconic Old Course and other St Andrews venues. St Andrews Links Trust manages Europe's largest public golf complex, which includes the iconic Old Course, universally recognized as the Home of Golf. Established by an Act of Parliament in 1974, this charitable organization oversees seven distinct courses while balancing its dual mandate of public access and commercial sustainability. The Trust has hosted The Open Championship thirty times, most recently in 2022, with a scheduled return in 2027. Additionally, it welcomed the Women's Open Championship in 2024 and regularly hosts the DP World Tour's Alfred Dunhill Championship along with the prestigious amateur St Andrews Links Trophy. In 2023, the challenging Jubilee course hosted the inaugural US collegiate event, further expanding its international profile. As registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator, the Trust's charitable purpose focuses on advancing public participation in sport and providing recreational facilities to enhance community conditions. While operating independently from the R&A (which governs the rules of golf), the Trust sustains a collaborative relationship with this governing body. The Trust's statutory obligation is to "hold and maintain the Links as a public park and place of public resort and recreation" for both St Andrews residents and visitors. This requires a careful balance between local access rights and tourism demands while generating sufficient commercial returns to reinvest in the maintenance of these historic facilities to world-class standards. ST ANDREWS LINKS TRUST BY THE NUMBERS At present, there are approximately 6,000 Links Ticket holders. Green Fee for 2025 - £340 117 holes of golf with approximately 280,000 rounds played per annum. Number of clubhouses: 3 Food & beverage outlets: 5 Responsible for: Heads of Department and Line Staff. GENERAL MANAGER - EDEN POSITION OVERVIEW The General Manager - Eden is responsible for the smooth day-to-day operations of the clubhouse and associated courses and plays a key role in ensuring that exceptional customer experiences are delivered to a broad customer base with diverse needs and requests. While driving financial performance, the General Manager will lead the Clubhouse teams in setting and maintaining the highest standards of service and hospitality. Primary Responsibilities: Leadership Provide leadership and strategic direction to the Clubhouse teams and day-to-day operations. Line manages department leads, including golf operations, food and beverage, and reception, whilst forming effective communication and relationships with on-site retail operations. Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and professional development for staff. Customer Relations Develop and maintain strong relationships with ticket holders, groups, and all other visitors by addressing their needs and concerns promptly and professionally. Implement programs and events that boost engagement and satisfaction. Serve as the primary point of contact for ticket holders and customer visitors, ensuring open and effective communication channels to encourage feedback. Prepare and manage the Clubhouse budgets, ensuring that financial targets are met or exceeded. Monitor the Clubhouse's financial performance and cost structure, including revenue, expenses, and profitability. Implement cost-control measures and identify revenue growth opportunities. Operational Excellence Ensure that the golf operations and club facilities are presented and maintained to the highest standards, thereby enhancing the overall customer experience. Oversee the scheduling and execution of maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety, environmental, and sustainability laws and regulations. Marketing and Growth: Work closely with the Marketing team to develop and implement tailored marketing campaigns and materials that foster new customer experiences, attracting new customers and expanding the overall customer base. Work closely with the Community Engagement team to promote access to the Clubhouse amenities and services, enhancing the Trust's reputation and visibility in the community. Event Management Plan and oversee Clubhouse events and activities, whilst utilising available data on golfing groups to ensure their expectations are met. Monitor feedback from ticket holders and guests to continuously review and enhance event offerings, thereby informing the overall customer experience. Performance Collaborate with Directors to ensure that the clubhouse activities align with the Trust's strategic goals. Provide regular reports on the Clubhouse's performance indicators and initiatives, and, where appropriate, identify and address areas for improvement. Represent SALT at community and industry events to build strong relationships and partnerships. Key attributes, characteristics, experiences, and style of the successful new leader include: Demonstrable leadership and management capabilities. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Knowledge and understanding of golf or leisure operations on a multi-faceted site. Strong financial management skills and the ability to interpret financial data. Working knowledge of all applicable licensing laws. A well-rounded commercial background that includes operating businesses and asset management. Analytical and strategic thinker who can review complex problems and generate effective solutions. Experience in effective and skilled communication with a range of organisations, partners, and people Experience in producing budgets and business plans. Ability to develop the skills and abilities of staff at all levels. Good report writing, oral, and administration skills. High level of integrity and professionalism. Organised and effective planner with the ability to balance priorities. An appreciation of the game of golf and the position the Home of Golf holds in the game. Committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences. ST ANDREWS LINKS TRUST VALUES & BEHAVIOURS As one of the SALT team, they always need you to: A Team of Teams At SALT, everyone is made to feel part of the one team. Show genuine care for one another Trust in each other Keep everyone included Work together and continuously improve Share - ideas, work, and gratitude Making the unique happen Caring for and adding to the renown, heritage, and reputation of SALT is everyone's responsibility. Be passionate about the location Appreciate the game Respect our built and natural heritage Act as custodians of the Links Take on new ideas and ways of working With unforgettable experiences Ensuring that the ambitions of everyone in SALT's world are brought to life. Apply quality in everything we do Be proud of the memories we make Learn and grow together Work to exceed expectations Share our success with others Carry out your work in a safe manner and notendanger yourself or anyone else by your acts or omissions. Comply with the Trust's health and safety policy as it relates to your work activities and take appropriate action in case of an emergency. Apply the Trust's equality and diversity policies and principles in your own area of responsibility and in your general conduct. Promote high levels of customer service in everything you do. Work towards continuous improvement, be adaptable to change, and be willing to acquire new skills and knowledge as applicable to the needs of the role. Engage with our commitment to Environmental Sustainability in order to reduce our waste, energy consumption and carbon footprint. You may, with reasonable notice, be required to work within other areas of the Trust. CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in a similar role within the hospitality or golf industry. Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, Business Administration, or equivalent field. EDUCATIONAL AND CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATIONS Prior work in a commensurate environment within the hospitality or golf industry. Previous experience in a senior management position. A track record of driving service excellence across a multi-function team and delivering a 365-day operation. SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary is competitive. SALT offers an excellent benefits package. INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY . click apply for full job details
The Opportunity: Overall management co-ordination and responsibility for the day to day operational management of the Avantor Services team on our customer' site. Responsible for health and safety requirements, training/compliance and line management of the Avantor staff to ensure delivery of a high-quality service to our customer. Liaise with other suppliers, senior stakeholders and the science community ensuring continuity of contracted services by measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). May assist higher level supervisor. The Service Lead has responsibility for the day to day operational management of their Avantor team providing stock management and lab support services activities based at the customer's site. The Service Lead is responsible for health and safety requirements, training/compliance and line management of the Avantor staff to ensure delivery of a high quality service to our customers. The Service Lead liaises with other suppliers, senior stakeholders and the science community ensuring continuity of contracted services by measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). The Service Lead is expected to develop a strategy to identify and deliver projects to provide efficiency improvements and cost saving opportunities for AstraZeneca. MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance) Leading a team of Avantor associates managing work load priorities to meet customer/organizational requirements Line and performance management of a team of approx. 5 - 10 direct reports Supporting the manager in the development of robust Performance Measures (KPI's) for your area of responsibility, ensuring implementation and reporting Responsibility for day-to-day performance delivery of your team in line with contractual agreements and Service Level Agreements Advanced and daily planning of effective deployment of your team's resources to ensure task fulfilment and enable job enrichment (steady growth of your team's expertise and skills) To act as the main contact for provision of Avantor Laboratory Services dealing with customer enquiries and service issues to ensure a professional level of service is provided Work as part of the lab support team, providing a multiskilled resource that can deliver a variety of activities and allow flexible cover options To carry out all scientific support activities in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines, GMP & local agreements Proactively identify and support operational efficiencies by leading and implementing process improvements Provide key metrics and reports and use this information to drive improvements Working collaboratively with other service leads, managers and consultants to ensure best practice is shared across the service provision Writing, maintenance and updating relevant documentation in support of service delivery, compliance and training Completion of all Health and Safety training to agreed timelines Complete service audits on a monthly basis Ensuring compliance of activities performed in adherence with defined schedules and quality within a specified area. Act and report on deviations Ensure training activities are completed and records/documentation are up to date Ensure a safe and secure working environment for the team through effective risk assessment, documentation and ongoing audits Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Privacy Policy: We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role. Your privacy is important to us. Please click here for our Privacy Policy which explains the purposes for which we will use your personal information and the ways in which we will handle and retain your information. It also explains the rights you have in relation to your information, and how to contact us with any queries or requests. 3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy: By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
May 15, 2025
Full time
The Opportunity: Overall management co-ordination and responsibility for the day to day operational management of the Avantor Services team on our customer' site. Responsible for health and safety requirements, training/compliance and line management of the Avantor staff to ensure delivery of a high-quality service to our customer. Liaise with other suppliers, senior stakeholders and the science community ensuring continuity of contracted services by measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). May assist higher level supervisor. The Service Lead has responsibility for the day to day operational management of their Avantor team providing stock management and lab support services activities based at the customer's site. The Service Lead is responsible for health and safety requirements, training/compliance and line management of the Avantor staff to ensure delivery of a high quality service to our customers. The Service Lead liaises with other suppliers, senior stakeholders and the science community ensuring continuity of contracted services by measuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). The Service Lead is expected to develop a strategy to identify and deliver projects to provide efficiency improvements and cost saving opportunities for AstraZeneca. MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance) Leading a team of Avantor associates managing work load priorities to meet customer/organizational requirements Line and performance management of a team of approx. 5 - 10 direct reports Supporting the manager in the development of robust Performance Measures (KPI's) for your area of responsibility, ensuring implementation and reporting Responsibility for day-to-day performance delivery of your team in line with contractual agreements and Service Level Agreements Advanced and daily planning of effective deployment of your team's resources to ensure task fulfilment and enable job enrichment (steady growth of your team's expertise and skills) To act as the main contact for provision of Avantor Laboratory Services dealing with customer enquiries and service issues to ensure a professional level of service is provided Work as part of the lab support team, providing a multiskilled resource that can deliver a variety of activities and allow flexible cover options To carry out all scientific support activities in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines, GMP & local agreements Proactively identify and support operational efficiencies by leading and implementing process improvements Provide key metrics and reports and use this information to drive improvements Working collaboratively with other service leads, managers and consultants to ensure best practice is shared across the service provision Writing, maintenance and updating relevant documentation in support of service delivery, compliance and training Completion of all Health and Safety training to agreed timelines Complete service audits on a monthly basis Ensuring compliance of activities performed in adherence with defined schedules and quality within a specified area. Act and report on deviations Ensure training activities are completed and records/documentation are up to date Ensure a safe and secure working environment for the team through effective risk assessment, documentation and ongoing audits Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Privacy Policy: We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role. Your privacy is important to us. Please click here for our Privacy Policy which explains the purposes for which we will use your personal information and the ways in which we will handle and retain your information. It also explains the rights you have in relation to your information, and how to contact us with any queries or requests. 3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy: By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.