In a rush? Simply drop off your CV by clicking on the button to your right, and we'll get in contact if we have a suitable vacancy. Contract (Outside IR35) or Permanent Staff Position Power/Utilities Sector We are recruiting for one of the UK's largest multidisciplinary design and build contractors with over 100 years of industry experience. With expertise in supporting blue chip clients in the Water, Power&Energy, Pharmaceutical and Food and Beverage industries they are at the forefront of value-added engineering. Purpose: Provide project management, engineering, planning and commercial support with the delivery of projects. DIMENSIONS Size of projects- range up to £4m Key Responsibilities To prepare estimates in a logical and precise manner to the highest quality and engineering standards in the required timeframes. To liaise closely with both internal and external suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain competitive quotations and relevant information for the tender document. To carry out thorough take-offs in a manner that will provide as much detail as possible for the purpose of tender reviews prior to tender submission. To positively contribute to profitable performance and assist in financial control of contracts through the application of innovative ways of working and technical solutions. To attend and play an active role in kick-off meetings, site visits, team meetings and tender review meetings with clients, ensuring that information is communicated back to the business and other team members. To manage the effective delivery, from concept stage to handover completion stage, of specified projects to time and cost targets by personal leadership and management of the team. To provide weekly and monthly plans and reports to the client. To maintain a high level of client interaction ensuring relationships are positive at all times. To provide compliance with CDM, SHE and Quality standards on relevant project activities by personal leadership and through members of the team. To maintain and improve customer satisfaction by seeking and responding constructively to feedback. To develop/maintain the project programme with the planner. To assist the site manager with forecasting of labour allocation To assist the QS with project set up, cost allocations and project controls. To procure instrumentation, materials, subcontract orders and management of subcontractors. To provide supervision of design and ensure integration of design requirements across all project disciplines. The job holder shall possess previous experience of estimating packages of work to the highest standards of quality, engineering and ‘best practice’ required within the utilities industries. The job holder shall be able to demonstrate effective communication, negotiating and influence skills that enable them to work at all levels within the organisation Good knowledge of Commercial practices, including basic knowledge of the practical application of contract law. High level of computer literacy. Good knowledge of Project Management practices. Good knowledge of HSE systems and compliance. Good knowledge of QA systems and compliance. Good knowledge of CDM requirements. Good knowledge of NEC4 Contracts Special Features Job Related Experience Project Management Planning Budget control and estimating Previous experience of working in the Power and Utilities sector Qualifications Electrical/electronic Engineering qualifications such as a degree, HNC, ONC or City and Guilds qualifications. Who we are: First Recruitment Group are committed to finding the right candidates for our clients, and the right companies for our candidates to work for. We’re passionate about putting people first, and take pride in being able to offer an all-round service for candidates and clients with our payroll solution, Primis + and workforce management solution, Operam. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included. Sector: Commercial, Admin&Office Support “We have been verypleased with both the quality of supply and the customer service demonstratedand will continue to use their professional services in the future.” “I have worked with First Recruitment Group as my partner ofchoice across a number of large and challenging Oil&Gas projectsinternationally over recent years. “First are a high performing business who are built oncredibility, honesty, expertise. “As we push the frontiers of projects and move in to moreand more challenging and locations, First will continue to be my partner ofchoice to help us deliver our projects with confidence.” TechnipFMC "I have had the pleasure of working with First Recruitment Group over recent years and we have formed a great working relationship. Their understanding of our exacting requirements is outstanding. "The First team are highly experienced and knowledgeable across the recruitment spectrum and operate in the manner you would expect of a professional outfit of their stature. Their attention to detail and approach is faultless and their commitment and drive has helped our business with unique, complex and difficult recruitment requirements. "Sarah, our Account Manager, is an incisive thinker as well as hardworking, diligent and reliable and has an extremely helpful and flexible approach to her work. This reflects in her team and with their ability to communicate at all levels in an honest and trusted consultative manner and gives us great faith in their ability to identify candidates who can help us to drive forward and achieve our business goals. "I have no hesitation in recommending First as a recruitment partner and feel they would be worthy of selection for any engineering or manufacturing business looking for an intelligent and innovative solution." 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