Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence Location: Bristol Job type: Permanent (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: up to £85,000 per annum Looking for a PERMANENT Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence to work for a multinational professional services company specialising in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. You will be working as part of a team delivering major project and programmes across the region. You will lead the planning individuals on high complexity, high risk project and programmes. Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with requirements, ensuring efficiency and clarity. Responsibilities : Develop and manage project schedules with the team. Track progress, identify issues, and improve efficiency. Support change management and status reporting. Analyze delays and recommend recovery plans. Skills: Professional working knowledge of Project Controls software and tools like Primavera P6. Have worked on Defence/Government projects is highly preferred. Experience with Project Planning and Scheduling across multiple stages of the Project life cycle. Please reply with your updated CV if you want to apply for this role or if you want more information on the job and company. *PS: Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
27/03/2025
Full time
Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence Location: Bristol Job type: Permanent (Hybrid 2-3 days in office) Salary: up to £85,000 per annum Looking for a PERMANENT Senior Project Controls Engineer - Planning Defence to work for a multinational professional services company specialising in programme management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. You will be working as part of a team delivering major project and programmes across the region. You will lead the planning individuals on high complexity, high risk project and programmes. Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with requirements, ensuring efficiency and clarity. Responsibilities : Develop and manage project schedules with the team. Track progress, identify issues, and improve efficiency. Support change management and status reporting. Analyze delays and recommend recovery plans. Skills: Professional working knowledge of Project Controls software and tools like Primavera P6. Have worked on Defence/Government projects is highly preferred. Experience with Project Planning and Scheduling across multiple stages of the Project life cycle. Please reply with your updated CV if you want to apply for this role or if you want more information on the job and company. *PS: Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
Senior Backend Java Developer Salary: $140k-$150k + bonus Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 7-10+ years of related experience Must have 5 years tenure in current or previous role Experience (including internal workings of Java) in Java 11+ is required. Experience with app development in Golang. Experience developing software using Object Oriented Designs, advance patterns (like AOP) and multi-threading is required. Experience with distributed message brokers like Kafka, IBM MQ, Amazon Kinesis, etc. is desirable. Experience with cloud technologies and migrations. Experience preferred with AWS foundational services like VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. Must be able to write good quality code with 80% or above unit and integration tests coverage. Experience with testing frameworks like Junit and Citrus is desirable. Experience working with various types of databases like Relational, NoSQL, Object-based, Graph. Experience following Git workflows is required. Familiarity with DevOps tools: Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc. Responsibilities Actively participates in design of highly performing, scalable, secure, reliable and cost optimized solutions. Primary responsibility is application design and development of next gen clearing applications for business requirements in agreed architecture framework and Agile environment. Thoroughly analyzes requirements, develops, tests, and documents software quality to ensure proper implementation. Follows agreed upon SDLC procedures to ensure that all information system products and services meet: both explicit and implicit quality standards, end-user functional requirements, architectural standards, performance requirements, audit requirements, security rules are upheld, and external facing reporting is properly represented. Participates in code-reviews based on high engineering standards Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen test frameworks. Assists Production Support by providing advice on system functionality and fixes as required.
26/03/2025
Full time
Senior Backend Java Developer Salary: $140k-$150k + bonus Location: Chicago, IL Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote *We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role* Qualifications Bachelor's degree 7-10+ years of related experience Must have 5 years tenure in current or previous role Experience (including internal workings of Java) in Java 11+ is required. Experience with app development in Golang. Experience developing software using Object Oriented Designs, advance patterns (like AOP) and multi-threading is required. Experience with distributed message brokers like Kafka, IBM MQ, Amazon Kinesis, etc. is desirable. Experience with cloud technologies and migrations. Experience preferred with AWS foundational services like VPCs, Security groups, EC2, RDS, S3 ACLs, KMS, AWS CLI and IAM etc. Must be able to write good quality code with 80% or above unit and integration tests coverage. Experience with testing frameworks like Junit and Citrus is desirable. Experience working with various types of databases like Relational, NoSQL, Object-based, Graph. Experience following Git workflows is required. Familiarity with DevOps tools: Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc. Responsibilities Actively participates in design of highly performing, scalable, secure, reliable and cost optimized solutions. Primary responsibility is application design and development of next gen clearing applications for business requirements in agreed architecture framework and Agile environment. Thoroughly analyzes requirements, develops, tests, and documents software quality to ensure proper implementation. Follows agreed upon SDLC procedures to ensure that all information system products and services meet: both explicit and implicit quality standards, end-user functional requirements, architectural standards, performance requirements, audit requirements, security rules are upheld, and external facing reporting is properly represented. Participates in code-reviews based on high engineering standards Writes unit and integration tests based on chosen test frameworks. Assists Production Support by providing advice on system functionality and fixes as required.
A Manufacturing Bid Lead is required for a long term contract role based in Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification * Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. * A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery * Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products * Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval * Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams * Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. * Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, * Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. * Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. * Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). * Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. * Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. * Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. * Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. * Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. * Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. * Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. * Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall MBDA bidding activities Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
26/03/2025
Project-based
A Manufacturing Bid Lead is required for a long term contract role based in Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification * Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. * A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery * Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products * Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval * Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams * Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. * Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, * Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. * Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. * Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). * Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. * Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. * Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. * Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. * Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. * Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. * Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. * Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall MBDA bidding activities Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Bid Lead for a leading defence organisation based in Bolton. This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week on site, 3 days WFH. Ideally you will have SC Clearance, if not you must be eligible to obtain it. Role Purpose: Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall bidding activities Experience: Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team, with a proactive approach Ability to articulate theory that has been applied to a costing approach and ensure evidence is collated for audit purposes Experience of lessons learnt for ongoing continuous improvements in the bidding process Ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple bids Logical thinking, experience in data analytic and reporting Experience at communicating at a high level, interfacing with key stakeholders in order to respond to complex situations and effectively influence the function and wider business. Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions To succeed in this role, you will be required to be decisive, consistent and influential. This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35
26/03/2025
Project-based
We are recruiting for a Manufacturing Bid Lead for a leading defence organisation based in Bolton. This is a hybrid role with 2 days a week on site, 3 days WFH. Ideally you will have SC Clearance, if not you must be eligible to obtain it. Role Purpose: Bid lead on behalf of manufacturing, ensure clarity of scope within Bid Directive and content aligns with manufacturing industrial policy. Responsible for the generation of a cost base for manufacturing bids (Excel), analysing data to ensure it is quantifiable and has evidence backed data for 3-point estimating, Responsible for the generations of manufacturing bids (PowerPoint), ensuring they are competitive, compliant and are in line with all business and commercial criteria. All risks have been assessed effectively, and are financial sound and competitive. Ensuring at all times Manufacturing is providing value added contributions to the bid directive. Develop, maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with all key stakeholders, providing Manufacturing with forward visibility of future bids and market intelligence.(Skype/F2F - regular Catch up Meetings). Ensuring manufacturing is a key stakeholder in the generation of bid data throughout the Life Cycle of the Project/Product, and adequately prepared to manage and deliver competitive and complaint bid proposals. Generating awareness of the Manufacturing Bid Team across all Programmes. Support the New Business Team in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of approaches to winning the business. Actively participates in Functional & Strategic Change activities, support best practice & functional excellence. Participate fully in developing, maintaining and modifying manufacturing processes and procedures in assigned areas in accordance with relevant standards, best practice and developing needs. Keen to adopt a continuous improvement attitude. Support to the continued validation and evolution of the cost model and bidding methodology within manufacturing to ensure competitiveness checks are in place on all bids. (Excel). Ensuring costs reflect the latest assumptions, including Unit Production Cost (UPC) using actual cost data where possible and engineering estimates where not. Collect, summarise and present information or data, carrying out pre-defined analyses and ensuring completeness and accuracy, and provide it to others for use in decision-making. Challenge data and information provided to ensure the Bid Pack is clear, and fully auditable back to the data source. Ensure effective process governance in assigned areas ensuring projects adhere to all policies and procedures, promoting a culture of best practice sharing and knowledge exploitation, and contributing to relevant overall bidding activities Experience: Experience working on complex bids advantageous with a proven record of accomplishment in the generation of costed proposals/manufacturing bids. Experience within an engineering or production environment would be of preference. A good understanding of the manufacturing production process, from procurement right through to delivery Commercially astute as working with cost models to generate costings for direct/in directs, materials and other costs associated with manufacturing of products Strong presentation skills as the bid packs/cost brochures are generated using PowerPoint and presented to the Senior Management Team for approval Excellent communication skills, as the Bid Team work across all programmes, there are a lot of stakeholders and it is important to create own networks and build strong relationships experience of working within multi-functional teams Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team, with a proactive approach Ability to articulate theory that has been applied to a costing approach and ensure evidence is collated for audit purposes Experience of lessons learnt for ongoing continuous improvements in the bidding process Ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple bids Logical thinking, experience in data analytic and reporting Experience at communicating at a high level, interfacing with key stakeholders in order to respond to complex situations and effectively influence the function and wider business. Enthusiastic, pro-active and tenacious individual who can prioritise and understand strategic business needs as well as managing the day-to-day tactical decisions To succeed in this role, you will be required to be decisive, consistent and influential. This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Firm is currently seeking a Senior Cloud Hosting Services Engineer with strong Azure experience. Candidate will be the IT Infrastructure team's cloud SME. Candidate will demonstrate their knowledge and hands-on experience with Azure cloud tools/technologies The Sr. Cloud Engineer reports to the Manager of Infrastructure Services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including PaaS and IaaS, and a strong understanding of Azure security best practices. Proficiency in creating and managing ARM and Bicep templates and supporting DevOps teams is essential. This role will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions to meet our business needs. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM and Bicep templates. Develop skill set across three domains (Infrastructure, Containers, and Networking) to better support the client. Ensure adherence to Azure security best practices and compliance requirements. Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automation processes. Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Implement and manage Azure PaaS and IaaS solution, including on-premises server, storage, and database systems, among others. Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on project, improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes. Communicate effectively and appropriately with both technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years professional experience with multiple cloud platforms and technologies, including PaaS and IaaS. Ability to provide technical guidance and support to DevOps teams. Extensive experience with ARM/Bicep templates and Azure security best practices. Experience with distributed computing, complex architecture design, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring junior team members. Familiarity with managed Kubernetes services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Apps. Skilled in creating and managing Azure hub and spoke networks, using Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs), Route Tables (UDRs), applying Network Security Groups (NSGs), and ExpressRoute circuits. Proven experience with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework. Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates through Azure DevOps (or similar toolset), including use of Git, work items, branching, pull requests, and pipelines. Experience with monitoring, optimizing cloud resources, and creating custom Azure Policies. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in AI/Data-related project support with DevOps teams. Demonstrated experience with Security and IT Governance, including federated Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including MFA, as well as Cloud Access Security Broker tools, to govern secure access to resources. Familiarity with other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible. Other public cloud experience (AWS, Google, etc.). Azure VMware Solution (AVS) experience.
25/03/2025
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Firm is currently seeking a Senior Cloud Hosting Services Engineer with strong Azure experience. Candidate will be the IT Infrastructure team's cloud SME. Candidate will demonstrate their knowledge and hands-on experience with Azure cloud tools/technologies The Sr. Cloud Engineer reports to the Manager of Infrastructure Services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including PaaS and IaaS, and a strong understanding of Azure security best practices. Proficiency in creating and managing ARM and Bicep templates and supporting DevOps teams is essential. This role will involve designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions to meet our business needs. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and reliable cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM and Bicep templates. Develop skill set across three domains (Infrastructure, Containers, and Networking) to better support the client. Ensure adherence to Azure security best practices and compliance requirements. Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automation processes. Monitor and optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Implement and manage Azure PaaS and IaaS solution, including on-premises server, storage, and database systems, among others. Independently and collaboratively lead client engagement workstreams focused on project, improvement, optimization, and transformation of processes. Communicate effectively and appropriately with both technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. 8+ years professional experience with multiple cloud platforms and technologies, including PaaS and IaaS. Ability to provide technical guidance and support to DevOps teams. Extensive experience with ARM/Bicep templates and Azure security best practices. Experience with distributed computing, complex architecture design, leading large-scale projects, and mentoring junior team members. Familiarity with managed Kubernetes services like Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Apps. Skilled in creating and managing Azure hub and spoke networks, using Network Virtual Appliances (NVAs), Route Tables (UDRs), applying Network Security Groups (NSGs), and ExpressRoute circuits. Proven experience with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework and Azure Well-Architected Framework. Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates through Azure DevOps (or similar toolset), including use of Git, work items, branching, pull requests, and pipelines. Experience with monitoring, optimizing cloud resources, and creating custom Azure Policies. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in AI/Data-related project support with DevOps teams. Demonstrated experience with Security and IT Governance, including federated Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including MFA, as well as Cloud Access Security Broker tools, to govern secure access to resources. Familiarity with other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible. Other public cloud experience (AWS, Google, etc.). Azure VMware Solution (AVS) experience.
We are working with a major electricity distribution company in the UK, who are looking for a Design Manager to join their team in Bury St Edmunds, UK. You will receive a salary based on your experience, plus a managerial car allowance, a 10% bonus, and additional benefits. This role also offers blended working after the probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote The role The Design Manager role manages the design development within each programme. Principal funding streams will be asset investment plans, major connections customer funding and load related reinforcement. You will work and lead diverse teams providing industry-leading solutions which provide cost efficient solutions utilising internal and external design resources. You will provide management and direction to the Design Leads, and their teams including Senior Design Engineers, Design Engineers, Technicians and Contractors. You will provide technical leadership to portfolio teams and help deliver programme and projects. You will work and act with autonomy and communicate strategically with Senior Management. You will manage and work within agreed financial budgets and timescales. The position holder will ensure safety management with the team in all areas of their position's responsibility following the company's policy and procedures. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Develop, implement, and oversee the delivery of designs across a range of projects and portfolios from initial feasibility, through development, construction and commissioning. * Manage your design teams including performance management, employee engagement, team briefings, and career development; * Decide how to achieve strategic goals set by the Senior Management Team; * Manage team budgets reporting to the Head of Engineering and Senior Management on performance, and the delivery of Goals; * Being accountable for ensuring design solutions are complete, meet technical requirements are constructible and operable within our operational safety rules; * Provide managerial and technical leadership in developing solutions and leading on the technical interface with external design organisations; * Assess cost/benefit trade-off of design solutions and supporting the technical decision-making processes; * Identify areas for technological advancement whilst maintaining excellent engineering standards; * Seek design optimisation through the development and of repeatable design solutions, adoptions of digital solutions and new technology; * Identify and deploy the technical skills, resource levels and systems to achieve projects including the engagement of external resources; * Develop new documents, procedures and programmes for design. * Ensure compliance with CDM and company's Health and Safety policies; Qualifications: Essential * Degree level or equivalent in engineering or science, or equivalent qualifications and experience; * Experience as a designer, leading design development; * Experience in a design management position; * Experience of power system studies, protection systems, cable, civil and overhead line design; * Proficient in report writing; * Inspired motivator with a record of managing a team; * Experience managing several project portfolios; * Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations; * Apply statutory Instruments (ESQC regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act - appropriate to the role; Knowledge of relevant Safety Rules); * Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and Outlook; * Hold a full driving licence. Desirable * Chartered Membership of a professional body such as the IET * A qualification or relevant experience in project management * Experience in electrical infrastructure design, construction, operations and maintenance * Safety management qualification such as IOSH/NEBOSH certificate or equivalent; Health and Safety Requirements * Ensure all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements are considered * Ensure safe working methods and systems are followed in design * Meet and fulfil all company's Health and Safety requirements * Mentor junior staff in all matters relating to Health & Safety aligned with their role * Ensure all relevant H&S Policy principles are briefed and implemented * Communicate H&S information within their organisation. Promote feedback on H&S matters * Create a safe working environment for all staff and contractors supporting the business CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim/contract/temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
25/03/2025
Full time
We are working with a major electricity distribution company in the UK, who are looking for a Design Manager to join their team in Bury St Edmunds, UK. You will receive a salary based on your experience, plus a managerial car allowance, a 10% bonus, and additional benefits. This role also offers blended working after the probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote The role The Design Manager role manages the design development within each programme. Principal funding streams will be asset investment plans, major connections customer funding and load related reinforcement. You will work and lead diverse teams providing industry-leading solutions which provide cost efficient solutions utilising internal and external design resources. You will provide management and direction to the Design Leads, and their teams including Senior Design Engineers, Design Engineers, Technicians and Contractors. You will provide technical leadership to portfolio teams and help deliver programme and projects. You will work and act with autonomy and communicate strategically with Senior Management. You will manage and work within agreed financial budgets and timescales. The position holder will ensure safety management with the team in all areas of their position's responsibility following the company's policy and procedures. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Develop, implement, and oversee the delivery of designs across a range of projects and portfolios from initial feasibility, through development, construction and commissioning. * Manage your design teams including performance management, employee engagement, team briefings, and career development; * Decide how to achieve strategic goals set by the Senior Management Team; * Manage team budgets reporting to the Head of Engineering and Senior Management on performance, and the delivery of Goals; * Being accountable for ensuring design solutions are complete, meet technical requirements are constructible and operable within our operational safety rules; * Provide managerial and technical leadership in developing solutions and leading on the technical interface with external design organisations; * Assess cost/benefit trade-off of design solutions and supporting the technical decision-making processes; * Identify areas for technological advancement whilst maintaining excellent engineering standards; * Seek design optimisation through the development and of repeatable design solutions, adoptions of digital solutions and new technology; * Identify and deploy the technical skills, resource levels and systems to achieve projects including the engagement of external resources; * Develop new documents, procedures and programmes for design. * Ensure compliance with CDM and company's Health and Safety policies; Qualifications: Essential * Degree level or equivalent in engineering or science, or equivalent qualifications and experience; * Experience as a designer, leading design development; * Experience in a design management position; * Experience of power system studies, protection systems, cable, civil and overhead line design; * Proficient in report writing; * Inspired motivator with a record of managing a team; * Experience managing several project portfolios; * Knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations; * Apply statutory Instruments (ESQC regulations, Health and Safety at Work Act - appropriate to the role; Knowledge of relevant Safety Rules); * Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and Outlook; * Hold a full driving licence. Desirable * Chartered Membership of a professional body such as the IET * A qualification or relevant experience in project management * Experience in electrical infrastructure design, construction, operations and maintenance * Safety management qualification such as IOSH/NEBOSH certificate or equivalent; Health and Safety Requirements * Ensure all Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements are considered * Ensure safe working methods and systems are followed in design * Meet and fulfil all company's Health and Safety requirements * Mentor junior staff in all matters relating to Health & Safety aligned with their role * Ensure all relevant H&S Policy principles are briefed and implemented * Communicate H&S information within their organisation. Promote feedback on H&S matters * Create a safe working environment for all staff and contractors supporting the business CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim/contract/temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer About Our Client Global leader in process and packaging technology, specialising in innovative solutions for the food industry, delivering high-quality packaging systems that ensure food safety and efficiency. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join a small, dynamic design team to develop complex mechanical assemblies and mechanisms for food packaging machinery using advanced 3D CAD systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components for customer and development projects Lead technical aspects of projects and provide guidance to junior team members Collaborate with electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated solutions Create concepts, design schemes, and production-ready documentation Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards Interface directly with customers during specification meetings Support project builds and commissioning activities Contribute to cost-effective design solutions Requirements 5-10 years' experience designing complex mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) Working knowledge of pneumatic systems and electrical drive systems (servo technology) Food packaging machinery experience preferred (or transferable skills from similar industries) Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics) - Minimum HNC required Strong 3D modelling skills with ability to produce detailed 2D drawings Knowledge of machinery directives and UKCA/CE marking Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Technical Knowledge Areas Packaging machinery mechanics Safety and hygienic design principles Product handling equipment and feeding mechanisms Servo motion technology and pneumatic systems Materials knowledge (metals, plastics, composites) Offer Competitive salary package with pension and health benefits Professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements Collaborative work environment International project exposure
25/03/2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer About Our Client Global leader in process and packaging technology, specialising in innovative solutions for the food industry, delivering high-quality packaging systems that ensure food safety and efficiency. The Role As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join a small, dynamic design team to develop complex mechanical assemblies and mechanisms for food packaging machinery using advanced 3D CAD systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical components for customer and development projects Lead technical aspects of projects and provide guidance to junior team members Collaborate with electrical engineering teams to ensure integrated solutions Create concepts, design schemes, and production-ready documentation Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards Interface directly with customers during specification meetings Support project builds and commissioning activities Contribute to cost-effective design solutions Requirements 5-10 years' experience designing complex mechanical assemblies using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) Working knowledge of pneumatic systems and electrical drive systems (servo technology) Food packaging machinery experience preferred (or transferable skills from similar industries) Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics) - Minimum HNC required Strong 3D modelling skills with ability to produce detailed 2D drawings Knowledge of machinery directives and UKCA/CE marking Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Technical Knowledge Areas Packaging machinery mechanics Safety and hygienic design principles Product handling equipment and feeding mechanisms Servo motion technology and pneumatic systems Materials knowledge (metals, plastics, composites) Offer Competitive salary package with pension and health benefits Professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements Collaborative work environment International project exposure
Position Available: Cost Engineer Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £50,000 (DoE) + Bonus Experience needed: We are seeking a skilled Cost Engineer with a background in estimating, manufacturing, or engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to influence decision-making through robust cost estimates. About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer/Modeller to join our UK Bidding and Contract Evaluation (BCE) team. You will play a key role in delivering independent cost estimates to support decision-making for future concepts and programmes covering the next 20+ years. The role involves working on a diverse range of concepts and technologies, collaborating with senior stakeholders across various teams. You will help define target costs, balancing military capability and affordability to ensure value-for-money proposals for our customers. Key Responsibilities: Develop and provide independent cost estimates to support future product development and decision-making Collaborate with engineering and project teams to align scope with budget Support trade-off discussions between scope and cost to maintain affordability Work closely with key stakeholders, including Chief Engineers and Executives Contribute to cost modelling and estimation techniques to enhance decision-making Ensure estimates are data-driven and support UK MoD budget planning What we need from you: Experience in cost estimating, manufacturing, or engineering Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders Knowledge of cost estimation techniques (including parametric) would be beneficial If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!
24/03/2025
Full time
Position Available: Cost Engineer Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £50,000 (DoE) + Bonus Experience needed: We are seeking a skilled Cost Engineer with a background in estimating, manufacturing, or engineering. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to influence decision-making through robust cost estimates. About the role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Engineer/Modeller to join our UK Bidding and Contract Evaluation (BCE) team. You will play a key role in delivering independent cost estimates to support decision-making for future concepts and programmes covering the next 20+ years. The role involves working on a diverse range of concepts and technologies, collaborating with senior stakeholders across various teams. You will help define target costs, balancing military capability and affordability to ensure value-for-money proposals for our customers. Key Responsibilities: Develop and provide independent cost estimates to support future product development and decision-making Collaborate with engineering and project teams to align scope with budget Support trade-off discussions between scope and cost to maintain affordability Work closely with key stakeholders, including Chief Engineers and Executives Contribute to cost modelling and estimation techniques to enhance decision-making Ensure estimates are data-driven and support UK MoD budget planning What we need from you: Experience in cost estimating, manufacturing, or engineering Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders Knowledge of cost estimation techniques (including parametric) would be beneficial If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!
