An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Design Manager to join a highly regarded main contractor with a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and sustainable project delivery across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for a construction or design professional looking to progress toward a fully qualified Design Manager role through a structured development pathway. The successful candidate will gain exposure across both pre-construction and live site environments, working closely with design, commercial, and operational teams to support the successful delivery of projects. The business delivers a diverse range of projects including education, healthcare, commercial, and mid-rise residential developments. With a healthy pipeline of secured work and a culture that promotes professional growth, this is an ideal role for a technically strong and commercially aware design professional seeking long-term stability and progression. The Role Working...

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is recruiting a Programme Manager Safer & Stronger Communities to lead the commissioning of Greater Manchester Rehabilitation Services for People on Probation . You will lead the programme through needs assessment, service design and early market engagement, and support procurement development activities working across GMCA, Local Authorities, the Probation Service/HMPPS and VCSE partners to improve outcomes and reduce reoffending. This post provides additional short-term capacity to lead the commissioning programme, including needs assessment, service design, market engagement and procurement support. The role will drive delivery at pace in line with agreed milestones and governance requirements, coordinating effectively across commissioning/procurement, finance, legal and operational stakeholders, while ensuring due attention to safeguarding, equality, data protection and information governance throughout the programme...

AI Solution Architect - Senior Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13119 Senior AI Solution Architects are required to support the design, implementation and scaling of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI, cloud and data architecture, with experience designing enterprise AI solutions and translating business requirements into scalable technical architectures. You will play a key role in shaping AI architecture strategy, leading technical teams and supporting organisations as they move from strategy and experimentation through to enterprise deployment. You will work closely with AI Engineers, Data Scientists, Enterprise Architects, MLOps teams, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI solutions...

Senior AI Engineer Manager/Associate Director Capital Markets Location: Manchester Working pattern: Hybrid Salary: Compensation aligned to experience and seniority Ref: J13116 Senior AI Engineering professionals are required to support the design, build and delivery of advanced AI solutions within financial services and capital markets environments. This role would suit an experienced professional with a strong background in AI engineering and enterprise solution delivery within complex environments. You will play a key role in shaping AI strategy, leading teams and delivering enterprise AI solutions, helping organisations solve complex operational, technical and regulatory challenges through AI adoption at scale. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with data scientists, architects, MLOps/LLMOps engineers, business stakeholders and senior leadership to design, deliver and scale AI products, agentic AI solutions and data driven applications. Key...

Assistant / Project Manager (Design) - WATER EXPERIENCE NEEDED Location: Manchester with hybrid working if required and site visits Sector: Water / Regulated Infrastructure Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35) About the Role We are looking for an Assistant / Project Manager (Design) to support the delivery of water and multidisciplinary design projects. You will either manage the delivery of simple design projects or assist senior project managers on more complex schemes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role is ideal for a graduate or early-career professional with experience in regulated industries and a strong interest in developing a career in project management. Key Responsibilities Manage or support the delivery of multidisciplinary water design projects Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost, and in line with client specifications Coordinate and manage commercial...

Job Title: Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant (EIA) Location: Manchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms. With a global reputation for delivering sustainable solutions across infrastructure, energy, water, environment, and transport, this is an organisation offering outstanding opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to make a meaningful difference. Their UK Environment Practice is a vibrant network of over 600 specialists, providing world-class consultancy and advisory services to help clients address today's biggest challenges - from climate change and biodiversity net gain to social inclusion and urbanisation. In Manchester, their key clients include National Highways, Network Rail, Transport for the North, Anglian Water, Environment Agency, Transport for Greater Manchester, WYCA, and a range of local authorities. We are now looking to speak with experienced...

Project Manager / Contracts Manager - Commercial Office Fit-Out We are working with a well-established design & build / fit-out delivery team who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager / Contracts Manager to join their growing team, overseeing a varied portfolio of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects across the region This is a client-facing role suited to someone confident operating within a fast-paced, design-led delivery environment, managing projects from early engagement through to completion and handover, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring consistently high-quality delivery. The Role You will be responsible for managing multiple commercial office fit-out and refurbishment schemes simultaneously, taking full ownership of both operational delivery and commercial performance across all live projects. Projects typically include CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs, workplace refurbishments, and fast-track...

Pre-Construction Manager Location - Manchester Salary/Package - 100,000 - 125,000 per annum + package About the Company Our client is a leading developer and construction business delivering major residential and mixed-use schemes across the UK. They are currently progressing a landmark 800 million development in Manchester and are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to support delivery from early-stage planning through to construction. The Role This is a senior position overseeing all pre-construction activity on a major development project. You will coordinate design, planning, estimating, bid management, and document control to ensure full readiness for successful project delivery on site. As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for: Leading all pre-construction activities on a major 800m development Managing design, planning, estimating, bid, and document control teams Overseeing pre-construction programmes, budgets, and delivery...

Project Quantity Surveyor Manchester - 45,000 - 58,000 About the Company A well-established and growing main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the UK. The business specialises in public sector and commercial developments, including blue light facilities, education, and refurbishment schemes. Operating across the Midlands and the North, the company delivers design and build projects typically valued up to 15 million. With a strong pipeline of secured work and long-standing client relationships through major frameworks, the company offers a stable and supportive environment with clear opportunities for career development. The Role Due to continued growth, the company is looking to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team based in Manchester. The role will involve supporting and managing the commercial delivery of design and build refurbishment projects across blue light and commercial sectors,...

Technical Sales Manager Are you a technical sales professional with experience in water treatment and consultative, long-cycle sales? This is an opportunity to own and develop the EPC channel with strong growth potential. You'll have the autonomy to shape strategy, win major projects, and make a measurable commercial impact. BASIC SALARY: Up to £65,000 BENEFITS: Bonus (2% of increased turnover) 23 Days Annual Leave Pension LOCATION: This role covers the UK and Ireland. Whilst it is predominantly home-based, you will be required to attend our head office in Hitchin as and when needed. You could be based anywhere in the UK or Ireland. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Hitchin, Birmingham, Northampton, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Leeds, Oxford, Watford, Hemel Hempstead, Belfast, Cambridge, Coventry, Nottingham, Sheffield, Luton, Ireland, Bristol JOB DESCRIPTION: Technical Sales Manager / Water Treatment / EPC This is a new business-focused role targeting EPC...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: The Project Design Authority will be responsible for Solution Compliance for a Bid or Project. The PDA acts as the primary technical leader of the bid or project team and as the lead technical...

Job Title: Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme Sector: Tech Today, our client partners with thousands of companies across the UK and Europe. With yearly growth of 40%, they're a thoroughly exciting proposition for any candidate looking to start their career. Uniquely positioned within their market verticals, they're immediately recognisable the world over, a truly gigantic brand! They're now looking for a brand new team of Graduates as they look to expand their presence in the UK! Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme Package: A competitive basic salary of £25k, with OTE taking your total package up to higher in year one 2 weeks of dedicated, soft skills training and digital learning An inclusive, dynamic environment with regular socials Excellent personal and professional development with a rapidly growing, fast-paced business - becoming a senior member of the team, leader or moving into a senior role with more technical responsibility are all potential avenues of...

A renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer. They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross selling, with some new business development involved also. This is an amazing opportunity for any graduate looking to excel in the business world and establish a lucrative and rewarding career. Package: Competitive basic salary of £25k Y1 OTE of up to higher Excellent scope for progression and professional development- there will be opportunity to move into a more senior role as your knowledge of the company widens On-going training and mentorship Team socials in a friendly, inclusive environment Lucrative bonus and...

Estimator Salary: 50k - 65k plus package Location: Wigan Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established and growing Design & Build contractor that has built an excellent reputation across the North West over the past 23 years. Operating across multiple sectors including Commercial & Industrial, Retail & Leisure, Public Sector, and Specialist Bespoke Joinery, the business delivers high-quality construction, interiors, and manufacturing solutions for a wide-ranging client base. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued business growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their busy Commercial Team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering projects across a variety of sectors with values exceeding 10m. The Role We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join the commercial team within a growing Design & Build contractor. The successful candidate...

A renowned, established name in the industry, our client are a large Financial organisation - one with proven, established pedigree. Empowering finance professionals and redefining financial performance, our client's influential enterprise benefits small and large businesses with the range of award-winning services they offer. They're now looking to bring on board Junior Account Managers. Your primary function will be handling existing accounts and cross selling, with some new business development involved also. This is an amazing opportunity for any graduate looking to excel in the business world and establish a lucrative and rewarding career. Package: Competitive basic salary of £30k, with OTE takes your package higher Excellent scope for progression and professional development- there will be opportunity to move into a more senior role as your knowledge of the company widens On-going training and mentorship Team socials in a friendly, inclusive environment Lucrative...

Job Title: Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme Sector: Tech Today, our client partners with thousands of companies across the UK and Europe. With yearly growth of 40%, they're a thoroughly exciting proposition for any candidate looking to start their career. Uniquely positioned within their market verticals, they're immediately recognisable the world over, a truly gigantic brand! They're now looking for a brand new team of Graduates as they look to expand their presence in the UK! Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme Package : A competitive basic salary of £30k, with OTE takes your package higher 2 weeks of dedicated, soft skills training and digital learning An inclusive, dynamic environment with regular socials Excellent personal and professional development with a rapidly growing, fast-paced business - becoming a senior member of the team, leader or moving into a senior role with more technical responsibility are all potential avenues of progression Fantastic...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Under Water Systems (UWS) Our purpose is to be the leading provider of underwater sensors and decision superiority, helping navies across the world keep our friends, families and all of us safe. We cover four sectors: Mine Counter Measures, Anti-Submarine warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Primary Purpose of the Role: To manage the Systems Engineering Process to company and international standards for defined packages of work.  To provide line management and technical leadership to Systems Engineers. The...

Health & Safety Advisor (CAT A & B Fit-Out Projects) Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 + Package Location: Stockport, UK Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established and highly regarded specialist in delivering commercial projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and professionalism, they have successfully built long-term partnerships with a range of leading landlords, investors, and private sector organisations. Known for their collaborative approach, they operate as a trusted delivery partner rather than just a contractor. The Role We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Advisor with strong knowledge of CAT A & CAT B commercial fit-out projects. This is a dynamic role involving national travel, supporting multiple sites to ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and compliance are maintained. Key Responsibilities Provide expert health & safety advice across multiple...

Our client, a well-established and growing fit out contractor, is looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Manager to support projects across the UK. The company delivers high-quality commercial fit out and refurbishment schemes across sectors including offices, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use developments. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Health & Safety professional looking to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a positive safety culture. The Role: As Health & Safety Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all HSEQ activities across multiple fit out projects, ensuring compliance with current legislation, company procedures, and industry best practice. You will work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and senior management to promote a strong health & safety culture throughout the business. Key Responsibilities: Conducting site inspections, audits, and safety reviews across live projects...

HV Electrical Design Engineer Manchester (on-site) 55,000 - 65,000 A business at the forefront of grid transformation technology is looking for a HV Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. In this role you will work very closely with the Engineering Design Manager to support ongoing project delivery. This will include design reviews and guiding junior team members. You will remain hands on in the engineering team, carrying out the design and development of HV switchgear, protection and other grid associated components. Key requirements 5+ years experience in Electrical Design Strong knowledge of HV substation design (33KV +) Detailed understanding of HV/MV protection & control systems Knowledge of 18th Edition and other associated UK standards is beneficial Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and other associated electrical design software Team leadership / project management experience would be beneficial If you are interested in this...