Pre-Construction Manager Leading Tier 1 Main Contractor Location: Hybrid (Manchester or Leeds Hub + Home Working) Salary: 60,000 - 75,000 + Competitive Tier 1 Benefits Package Sector: Commercial Building, Education, Healthcare & Civic Projects Ready to take full ownership of high-value Northern building tenders without sacrificing your work-life balance? A prestigious Tier 1 Main Contractor is seeking a driven Pre-Construction Manager to lead multi-million-pound bids from early tender through to PCSA and main contract award across the North West and Yorkshire. The Role & Key Responsibilities Drive Bid Strategy: Lead single and two-stage tender strategies from initial EOI to main contract award, shaping buildability, win strategies, and key differentiators. PCSA Leadership: Direct second-stage PCSA deliverables, coordinating design management, commercial strategy, risk registers, planning approvals, and profit plans. Hands-on Submission Ownership:...

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to join their growing team, supporting the delivery of major infrastructure projects across North and South Cumbria . This is an excellent opportunity for a proven construction professional with a strong background in the water and/or wastewater sector , who is looking to play a key role in delivering complex civil engineering schemes from inception through to completion. The Role As Senior Construction Manager, you will lead the safe and successful delivery of multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will work closely with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders, providing leadership throughout the construction phase. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage construction activities across multiple projects. Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance. Coordinate site teams,...

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Site Manager to join their team, delivering a range of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across North and South Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager with a strong civil engineering or utilities background to play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. The Role Reporting to the Construction Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of construction activities on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and in line with client expectations. Key Responsibilities Manage the safe delivery of construction activities on site. Lead site teams and subcontractors to achieve programme milestones. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Coordinate labour, plant, and materials to maximise productivity. Monitor project...

Exciting Opportunity for a Sub Agent in the Water/Wastewater Industry Role: Sub Agent Location: Multiple Position across Lancashire Rate: Up to £600 per day DOE - Inside IR35/Umbrella PAYE Duration: 12 Months+ Sector: Wastewater Non-Infrastructure About the business Join a dynamic Tier 1 contractor at the forefront of the water industry, currently delivering major projects across the United Utilities framework. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of AMP8 work, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sub Agent to support the successful delivery of wastewater and water treatment projects across the Lancashire region. This contractor is recognised for embracing innovation and digital engineering, investing heavily in modern construction technologies, BIM and digital delivery systems to improve project performance. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking business that is leading the way in technology and project delivery, this is an opportunity not...

Exciting Opportunity for a Section Engineer in the Water/Wastewater Industry Role: Section Engineer Location: Multiple Positions across Lancashire Rate: Up to £550per day DOE - Inside IR35/Umbrella PAYE Duration: 12 Months+ Sector: Wastewater Non-Infrastructure About the business Join a dynamic Tier 1 contractor at the forefront of the water industry, currently delivering major projects across the United Utilities framework. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of AMP8 work, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Section Engineer to support the successful delivery of wastewater and water treatment projects across the Lancashire region. This contractor is recognised for embracing innovation and digital engineering, investing heavily in modern construction technologies, BIM and digital delivery systems to improve project performance. If you're looking to work for a business that is pushing the boundaries of technology within the sector, this is an...

Commercial Manager - MEP Location: Manchester / Bolton Salary: 66,000 - 90,000 The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager - MEP to play a pivotal leadership role within a growing regional business. Working closely with the Regional Director, you will help drive commercial performance, support regional growth, and oversee the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of high-value M&E projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute leader to influence business strategy, lead commercial operations, and contribute to the expansion of a successful engineering operation across the North West. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial function across multiple M&E projects and programmes. Develop and implement regional commercial strategies aligned with business objectives. Manage revenue, margin, cash flow and overall cost control performance. Review and oversee project budgets, forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliations...

Contracts Manager Location: Greater Manchester Salary: 65,000 per annum + Car Allowance Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity An established and highly regarded commercial fit-out and refurbishment contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to join their growing team. The business has an extensive track record delivering high-quality projects across the retail, office, hotel and leisure sectors , with a strong reputation for quality, attention to detail and successful project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to take responsibility for multiple projects and play a key role within the wider management team. The Role As Contracts Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple commercial fit-out projects from pre-construction through to completion. You will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams, ensuring...

JOB TITLE: Quantity Surveyor HOURS: 8:00-5:00pm - 38 hours, Monday-Friday with 3:00pm finish on Friday REPORTS TO: Commercial manager Where you fit: As a Quantity Surveyor you play a vital role in ensuring the commercial success of projects. You will work closely with the Commercial Manager and wider delivery teams, providing cost management, contractual expertise, and financial control across live projects. Key Objective: To deliver accurate cost planning, commercial control, and value management of live projects, supporting the Commercial Manager in protecting margin and mitigating commercial risk. Job Challenge: To maintain tight financial and contractual control across multiple projects, ensuring costs are managed within budget, risks are identified early, and variations are properly captured, valued, and agreed. Main tasks: Support the Commercial Manager in overseeing the commercial performance of projects. Prepare and manage...

Project Manager Location: South Manchester Salary: Up to 75,000, with flexibility for the right person from the cleanroom sector Benefits: Car allowance or company car Working pattern: Office based, Monday to Friday The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a specialist business delivering full turnkey projects within highly technical environments. This is a client-facing role where you will take projects from the early concept and design stages through to construction , working closely with the client, designers and wider project team to turn an initial brief into a deliverable, fixed-cost project. The ideal person will come from a cleanroom / controlled environments background , although applications will also be considered from people with strong experience across pharmaceutical, healthcare, semiconductor or microelectronics projects. You don't need to have come from a Design Management background, but you will need a good...

Our client is looking for an experienced and hands-on Site Manager to join their team, working on residential building services projects. The successful candidate will have proven experience within the residential construction sector , with mechanical building services experience being essential . You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day running of residential construction sites. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trades, and site operatives. Ensure mechanical and associated building services works are delivered in accordance with drawings and specifications. Monitor progress against the programme and ensure key deadlines are achieved. Maintain high standards of workmanship and quality throughout the project. Ensure all site activities comply with health & safety requirements and company...

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join their growing team, managing residential building services projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical building services , with proven experience managing projects within the residential sector . You will be responsible for overseeing projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage residential mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and schedules. Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and health & safety. Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders. Manage project risks, variations, technical issues, and programme changes. Ensure...

Construction Labourer - Based in Bolton Location: North West (travelling from Bolton with Aftercare Manager) Company: Large Manchester-based Construction Company (via Search Consultancy) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Temp to Perm Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM Job Description: We are seeking a Construction Labourer based in Bolton to work alongside the Aftercare Manager of a reputable construction firm. The role involves travelling across various sites in the North West, including Manchester, Liverpool, and Heywood. The ideal candidate would be someone junior looking to gain experience in the construction and trade sector, have a great attitude towards learning, and able to get to Bolton for 6am each morning. Key Duties: Assisting the Aftercare Manager with snagging and post-completion checks Fetching, carrying materials, and maintaining tidy work spaces Communicating with site teams and other workers as needed Requirements:...

Role: Project Manager - Construction Location: Manchester Start: Immediate We are looking for an experienced manager who has worked on industrial projects. You will be ensuring trades and sub-contractors are delivering on time and to the highest standards. Responsibilities: Supervise Health and Safety onsite Complete snagging reports Liaise with sub-contractors Supervise of labour on site Delivery co-ordination of materials Attend site meetings We are looking for: Experience as a Project Manager Experience on industrial projects Well-developed knowledge of health & safety Experience of leading a team CSCS First Aid SMSTS or SSSTS To find out more about this role and any others we are currently working on please apply with your CV and we will be in touch. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation...

Business Development Manager - EPC Contractors (UK) Salary: Up to 80,000 Basic + Uncapped Bonus (OTE 25%+) + Company Car or Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Location: Home-Based Covering the UK Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a proven track record of selling into EPC contractors? Do you have a strong background in electrical infrastructure, wiring, cabling, or power solutions for major industrial projects? We are recruiting for a market-leading manufacturer and supplier of electrical infrastructure solutions, seeking a high-calibre Business Development Manager to drive sales across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions to some of the UK's largest engineering and construction projects. The Role Reporting directly to the Sales Director, you will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with leading EPC contractors, securing...

Interim Senior HR Business Partner (Potential for Temp-to-Perm) North West/Bolton/Warrington with ad hoc National Travel Hybrid - 3 days per week on site 60,000 - 75,000 + Benefits Shape the people agenda for a growing infrastructure business. Hays HR is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a major infrastructure and utilities organisation to appoint an Interim Senior HR Business Partner. This is a newly created strategic leadership role designed to support business growth, organisational transformation and workforce capability across a complex, multi-site operational environment. This opportunity would suit an experienced Senior HR Business Partner, Senior People Partner, Head of HR or Regional HR Manager who thrives in fast-paced, project-based organisations and has experience supporting operational or field-based workforces.The organisation is seeking a high-calibre HR professional who can make an immediate impact during a period of growth, change and continued...

A well-established Northwest Developer with an excellent reputation for delivering complex urban developments is looking to appoint an Assistant Site Manager to join its growing delivery team. With a strong pipeline of Manchester city centre residential and mixed-use developments, this is an excellent opportunity to gain experience on fast-paced, high-quality projects while progressing your career with a business that invests in its people. Working alongside an experienced project team, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of city centre residential and mixed-use schemes, helping to ensure projects are completed safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards. Your responsibilities will include: Supervising daily site activities and coordinating trades and subcontractors. Supporting the delivery of projects to programme, quality and budget requirements. Maintaining high standards of health and safety through site inspections, inductions and toolbox...

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across North and South Cumbria. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Site Supervisor with experience in civil engineering, utilities, or the water sector to join a growing team delivering essential infrastructure projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. The Role Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for supervising day-to-day site operations, coordinating site teams and subcontractors, and ensuring work is carried out in line with programme, quality, and health & safety requirements. Key Responsibilities Supervise daily construction activities on site. Coordinate direct labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials. Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures. Conduct daily briefings, toolbox...

Senior Design Manager - Building Services / Pre-construction Manchester 75,000 - 80,000 + Package + Bonus + Benefits Join a leading engineering and technical solutions provider delivering complex, high-value projects across the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join a high-performing technical team. You'll play a key role in supporting projects from bid stage through pre-construction, ensuring technical excellence and reducing delivery risk. This role is focused on technical leadership, design management, and ensuring projects are set up for efficient and successful delivery. The Role Reporting into the Project Director / Technical Leadership team, you will take ownership of technical delivery during the pre-construction phase, working closely with internal teams, consultants, and supply chain partners. You will be responsible for shaping technical strategy, managing design...

Business Development & Social Value Manager Location - Greater Manchester Salary/Package - 45,000 - 75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is an award-winning main contractor with an established reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the North West. Operating across sectors including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, leisure and residential, they have built long-standing relationships with clients through their collaborative approach, commitment to quality, and focus on delivering projects safely and sustainably. With continued growth across both public and private sectors, the business is investing in its pre-construction and business development function and is now seeking a Business Development & Social Value Manager to play a key role in driving future opportunities while ensuring meaningful social value is delivered across every project. The Role As Business Development &...

Contract Manager - Genuine Route to Contracts Director North West Permanent 80000 - 87000 + Package Working with a well-established contractor operating across the North West, we're looking for an experienced Contract Manager to take ownership of live schemes and grow into a Contracts Director position over time. This is a business that invests in its people, and this role has been structured with a clear, supported progression path in mind - not just talked about at interview. You'll take full responsibility for the safe, profitable, and on-programme delivery of your contracts, from award through to final account. You'll be the key point of contact for clients, subcontractors and your site teams, reporting into senior management on progress, budgets and forecasts. You'll typically be running up to 3 individual contracts at any one time, ranging in value from 500k to 6 million, with a combined portfolio of circa 15 million. Manage programme, budget and resource...