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Design Manager

Wates are looking for a Design Manager to join our Wales team, delivering high‑quality new homes for local communities.If you’re passionate about great design, enjoy working collaboratively, and have strong technical capability, this is an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh ideas, and progress your career within a leading construction business. Join us and help create tomorrow, together.This is a fantastic opportunity to develop professionally as part of a talented, diverse and supportive team.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Design Managers are a valuable part of our business, driving quality outcomes, enhancing buildability and fostering innovation. Design Managers work collaboratively with our industry specialists and in-house technical experts to ensure that the design develops in accordance with the brief with a firm focus on added value, compliance, commercial viability, and best practice.As our Design Manager you will: Collaborate with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to produce and manage a realistic design programme and information requirements schedule that supports design, procurement, and construction activities. Support the delivery of Continuous Improvement initiatives and drive innovation across projects. Ensure designs are robustly reviewed and verified to achieve compliance and mitigate Health & Safety, design, and buildability risks prior to construction. Identify and manage key risks and opportunities at each stage of the design and delivery process. Promote quality, coordination, and buildability from concept through to delivery.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Principal Technical Manager, Mechanical

We're looking a Principal Technical Manager (Mechanical) to join our growing team focused on a number of Ministry of Justice construction projects across the UK. These are exciting national roles supporting high-profile projects with a strong emphasis on collaboration, compliance and innovation. If you're an experienced technical professional who thrives in a flexible, autonomous environment and enjoys working across diverse sites and teams.About the RoleAs a Principal Technical Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering technically compliant solutions across multiple MoJ projects. You'll manage two direct reports, travel to sites (~2 days/month) and work closely with Tier 1 contractors and multidisciplinary consultants.Key Responsibilities: Lead technical delivery across 6–12 national sites Ensure compliance with operational frameworks and project plans Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with Engineers and Technical Managers to share knowledge and drive successRequirements: Substantial experience in a technical/design/engineering leadership role on large construction projects. At least a HNC (ideally a degree or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or similar relevant discipline.What We Offer Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness program, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

Regional Commercial Manager

SES are currently looking for a M&E Regional Commercial Manager to join their growing team in London.ABOUT THE ROLEReporting to the Regional Commercial Director, this role entails the commercial management of approximately £40 million in traditional delivery and self-delivery of MEP services. The position holds total accountability for the commercial function within the region, including ensuring profitability, appointing MEP subcontractors, and overseeing financial administration.As our M&E Regional Commercial Manager, some of your key responsibilities will include: Procurement and Compliance: Ensure MEP subcontractors and suppliers are procured on time, meet safety and quality standards, and comply with financial requirements; escalate issues as necessary. Financial Oversight: Complete and discuss monthly MEP Monthly Cost Reports with the Construction Commercial function; regularly consult with the MEP Regional Commercial Director, advising on recovery strategies as needed. Profit Monitoring: Agree on MEP project profit plans and stretch profit plans and monitor these throughout the procurement and construction processes; escalate concerns as appropriate. Leadership and Liaison: Demonstrate leadership and uphold Wates values; ensure MEP commercial staff understand and follow the Code of Conduct; liaise with construction Regional Commercial Managers/Directors on all MEP commercial matters to maximise value.We are looking for someone who can lead the MEP commercial function within the region, maintaining strong relationships with the Construction Commercial function and being recognised as a respected MEP Commercial expert. The ideal candidate will possess excellent commercial acumen, strong financial skills, and a logical approach to decision-making and problem-solving. They will be committed to accurate and timely financial reporting, developing, and nurturing the MEP commercial team, and treating colleagues with respect. Additionally, they should be adept at managing subcontractor expectations fairly and effectively, promoting the Wates H&S ethos, and utilising good negotiation skills to influence both the supply chain and colleagues for the most beneficial outcomes.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & Profit Share Car Allowance / Car Scheme Flexible working Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + your Birthday off + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.SES are committed to the fair treatment of people with criminal records, including employees and potential employees. We ensure that our recruitment, promotion, and retention activity does not treat people less favourably because of an offending background.Basic Check:Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Senior Administrator

Are you an exceptionally organised, proactive and confident administrator looking to take the next step in your career?We are looking for a Senior Administrator on a 14 month fixed term contract to provide administration support to our Regional Managing Director and wider leadership team, and manage all office tasks, someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, loves making things run smoothly, and can anticipate what’s needed before it’s asked.As Senior Administrator, you will deliver seamless administrative and organisational support, ensuring schedules, meetings and commitments are prioritised and well prepared. Your ability to manage complex diaries, coordinate events, and oversee key leadership activities will directly support the smooth running of the region.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and can work discreetly with business‑critical information.As a Senior Administrator you will: Provide proactive administrative support to the Regional Managing Director. Manage diaries, events, and understanding director movements at all times. Coordinate meetings and site visits, anticipating needs and ensuring everything is prepared in advance. Manage agendas for Regional Board and Weekly Board meetings, taking accurate minutes and tracking actions through to completion. Coordinate travel arrangements and processing Directors’ online expenses (Concur). Handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. Produce high‑quality minutes, reports and presentations. Support diary management for the wider regional leadership team as required. The co-ordinating and managing all office activities.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary Flexible working Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group)To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/