this is an exciting home-based opportunity for an experienced engineer with a good knowledge of the lift and crane discipline to join allianz engineering, a division of one of the largest insurers and financial services companies in the world. as an engineer surveyor you will assess a wide range of installations, anticipate problems and help our clients to ensure that they comply with relevant legislation. you will work closely with your engineer surveyor team managed by one of our area managers. you will prepare reports of examination following your inspections using electronic reporting to ensure fast and efficient delivery to our clients. this role forms an integral part of our business, as you carry out hands-on inspections of various items of plant and equipment such as lifts, escalators, cranes and construction plant. this role with also involve an element of pressure mechanical work on minor pressure systems (mps). you will assess a wide range of installations, anticipate problems and help our clients to ensure that they comply with relevant legislation. the role requires the successful applicant to be: being up to date on your knowledge and understanding of all relevant compliance and regulatory rules and procedures that relate to the lift and crane discipline.making well informed decisions, and willing to take responsibility.being effective at short, medium and long-term planning, in order to diarise meetings, visits and work allocation.being able to travel effectively within your local allocated work area.processing documentation, as well as undertaking general administration in a timely manner.willingness to support and deputise for fellow engineer surveyors (of own discipline) as and when required. part of the role may also involve an element of pressure mechanical work on minor pressure systems (mps). previous experience would be advantageous what we will offer you in return: competitive salary, which is reviewed annuallyannual bonus related to individual and company performancea generous pension plancompetitive holiday allowance that increases with length of service, with the option of buying and selling up to 5 days holiday per yearshare purchase planflexible benefits plan, giving the option to tailor benefits (such as dental insurance and private medical care) to suit individual needsexcellent training and development opportunities including our own engineer development programme.insurance discounts (up to 50% off car insurance and 25% off home insurance) qualification requirements: successful candidates are required to hold (or currently be working towards) certain minimum qualifications, such as hnd / hnc / onc / full technological certificate / 17th edition / board of trade chief engineer 1st class certificate of competence or comparable, in the lift & crane discipline.

we are currently seeking applications for a senior architect within the planning and architecture division based in edinburgh. this is a permanent and pensionable appointment and new entrants will normally start on the minimum of the pay range. candidates with a disability who meet the essential criteria below will be invited to the assessments.this is a varied and interesting role leading on high-profile projects. the successful candidate will have an excellent understanding of strategic and practical issues related to architecture. they will have a high level of professional knowledge on sustainable design, architecture practice and the relationship of architecture and design to wider outcomes, in particular climate change. the role involves engaging with a wide range of interests and excellent communication skills are required. this is an excellent opportunity to play an influential role in supporting the contribution of design to improve outcomes for people across scotland and address the global climate emergency.qualifications requiredriba part iii qualified architect, or equivalent.applicants should be registered with the architect’s registration board, or hold and equivalent international professional qualification.please note: if you fail to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as stated above, your application will be automatically sifted out.essential criteria1. excellent knowledge of high quality, sustainable design and architecture practice.2. strong written, oral and graphic communication skills.3. proven organisational and project management skills.4. excellent collaborative working skills.important information regarding interviewsin recognition of the scottish government's ongoing measures and guidance in its response to covid-19 (coronavirus), we would like to advise applicants that a decision has been taken that all interviews must be conducted in a virtual/remote setting.in order to facilitate this new way of working, we are asking all applicants to ensure that they have a suitable space to complete the virtual interview. in addition, a personal device of choice, which has the skype for business application downloaded. this will allow candidates to undertake the interview/assessment if selected. we are also asking you to ensure that your personal wi-fi/broadband capacity will be sufficient to carry both audio and video feeds.further informationfor further information on this vacancy please download and review the “person specification and further information for job applicants” which you will find below. to apply, you must fully complete and submit an online application via this website before the closing date. to learn more about this opportunity, please contact sandy robinson who can be reached at sandy.robinson@gov.scot. « return to the search results

architectural designer –£45k – alderley park, cheshire. the role spie uk, a smart engineering and technology-driven solutions provider for the built environment, are looking for an architectural designer to be responsible for progressing the design of architectural work packages from client concept ideas through to fully detailed construction status design packages. the successful candidate will produce substantiating calculations, material selections and boms to support their design. the key responsibilities of an architectural designer include, but are not limited to: to manage and produce architectural drawings and modelling in order to achieve programme milestones and deadlines.design of detailed interfaces for the different cleanroom items; design of cleanroom panelling with minimum waste and efficient joints and rips; coordination of wall and ceiling services to the cleanroom.report to design manager on production progress and deliverables on a weekly basis using drawing production schedules as a reporting tool. the person the key skills and qualities of an architectural designer: be qualified as an architectural technologist/technician, with extensive professional working experience within a uk practice.competent in drawing in autocad and modelling in revit.must have a thorough understanding of design issues on clean rooms in order to include necessary solutions in their design.experience, knowledge and understanding of architectural drawing production of clean rooms, labs, write-up areas; alongside basic support and fixings calculations to validate design.experience of production of typical details, schedules, room loaded drawings, bill of quantities.experience of selection of clean room materials and details interfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, windows, alongside basic support and fixings calculations to validate design. the company spie uk is a smart engineering and technology-driven solutions provider for the built environment. through the convergence of digital technology and the built environment, we engineer, manage and optimise smart spaces and places, improving where our customers work, learn and live. spie uk’s smart city solutions serve the needs of urban clients, whereas our smart workplace solutions optimise the performance of commercial business and industrial facilities, while maintaining sustainability. if you are keen on joining this exciting, forward thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.

construction contract design manager reading, berkshire (with remote working options and some on-site visits)about usdriven by innovation, sapphire balconies is the nation’s leading balcony specialist. we’re a well-established family firm who are passionate about challenging traditional methods and going above and beyond to deliver an unrivalled service.we are currently looking for a construction contract design manager to join our talented team in reading. the benefits- salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum doe - quarterly bonus and private medical insurance (after probation)- 22 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays- remote working options if you are a methodical construction project and contract management professional with experience in the façade or balcony industry, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a market-leading business. with a strong leadership team, a forward-thinking approach and a rich history of success, we have a bright future ahead, and you will play an integral role in maintaining our reputation for innovation, quality and service excellence.once you join us, you’ll discover an inclusive, supportive culture where a healthy and positive work/life balance is encouraged. we also believe in giving back and offer plenty of opportunities to get involved with charity and community-based initiatives, enabling you to do some good while progressing your career.the roleas the construction contract design manager, you will be responsible for the design, procurement, production, delivery and installation of balconies and/or balustrades on allocated projects. spending approximately 70% of your time on design work and 30% on project management, you will: - create value engineered designs within or below budget that meet or exceed customer expectations- manage the budget, programme and customer relationships on your allocated projects - arrange and prepare presentations for design review meetings - communicate project requirements to the cad designer- work with the site liaison managers and resource scheduler to formulate and maintain project programmes- liaise with the quality manager to review the quality plan for each project- work with the purchasing team regarding material and service requirementsabout youto join us as the construction contract design manager, you will need:- at least five years’ progressive responsibility with quantifiable results in similar construction project and contract management roles, including contract and commercial negotiation, project administration, management, reporting, quality and health and safety standards- at a minimum, five years’ experience of working effectively with construction procedures and materials and project management principles including time with modular off-site construction- at least two years’ experience in the façade or balcony industry- at a minimum, an hnd or equivalent qualification (ideally a degree)- a cscs card- a full driving licence (preferably clean)- good attention to detail and the ability to sees risks that others might missa project management certification would be beneficial to your application.other organisations may call this role construction project manager, contract manager, construction contract manager, construction design manager, balcony project manager, balcony design project manager, or construction design project manager. webrecruit and sapphire balconies are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.so, if you are seeking your next challenge as a construction contract design manager, please apply via the button shown. this vacancy is being advertised by webrecruit. the services advertised by webrecruit are those of an employment agency. working hours: 7:30am – 4:30pm, monday – friday

understand contract obligations and any other undertakings to the client and the structure and form of interim and final claims. ensure that claims are then formulated in line with these constraints. ensure close co-operation with project manager / planner as regards assessment of progress, accounting for day works undertaken and identification and evaluations of variations and additions to the original contract work. ensure that applications issued are comprehensive in that all work undertaken has been included under the appropriate categorisation, i.e. day works, unit rate work, contract work. identify escalations, material or labour, as appropriate. complete monthly forecasts to show current position on projects with risk/opps schedule and updated cashflows to suit. track all subcontractor orders on site and complete relevant subcontract order documentation to suit works required on site. keep subco liability log updated to suit. pulling together all required information and correctly pricing variations / compensation events and submitting to clients. chasing up agreement of these variations / compensation events and obtaining relevant costed instructions. provide necessary back up in any follow up to claims and assist in negotiations on the finalisation of main contractor / client and subcontractor accounts. ensure certificates of payment are issued promptly. report in detail as required for the managing surveyor with the help of the project manager, on the commercial status of the project.