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Assistant Framework Manager

Wates Group have an exciting position for an Assistant Framework Manager, to support the day-to-day framework management of key Government frameworks in the Justice, Defence, Civic Offices, Local Authority, Education and Healthcare sectors. Working with frameworks including the Ministry of Justice, Defence Infrastructure Organisation, and the Crown Commercial Service.Working with the Wates Group Public Sector team you will support the delivery of: Contribute to marketing and public relations activities to retain and secure clients. Building and maintaining trusted relationships with framework teams and clients. Support win plans, prequalification, and bidding to secure a place on strategic frameworks. Supporting the on-going governance of framework objectives and commitments. Sharing innovation, best practices, and sector knowledge with bid teams. Managing timely communication of pipeline opportunities using Salesforce CRM. Develop and manage tools to measure and report project and framework performance. Create reports and dashboards to provide insights for improvement. Contribute to framework and sector strategy research.Communication and Influence: Prepare accurate framework performance dashboards and collate and issue monthly client framework performance data. Participate in public sector team presentations and briefings to effectively communicate performance insights and strategic updates.Financial Responsibility: Report on the framework pipeline and fee collection, as well as framework-level cost, time, and benefits of project performance. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to support decision-making and strategic planning.People Responsibility: Define team roles and hold colleagues accountable, influencing and leading by example to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Help manage external consultants and framework teams to ensure alignment with project goals and standards.To be successful you will ideally have knowledge of public sector frameworks or bid management, coupled with a degree or comparable vocational, or maybe a business management background. You will have Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis).This offer will be conditional on the successful candidate being able to work at SC level clearance, due to some of the clients we work with.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share 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… 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. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Bid Manager

Wates are seeking a talented Bid Manager to join our dynamic London team. As a key part of the pre-construction team, you will be responsible for managing the entire bid process, ensuring that proposals are well-organised, professional, and competitive.If you are passionate about the construction industry with proven skills and looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together.This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.ABOUT THE ROLEOur Bid Managers are a valuable part of our business, and you will work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and consultants to secure contracts that align with Wates' vision and business objectives.AS OUR BID MANAGER YOU WILL: Manage and coordinate the end-to-end bid process, including PQQs, ITTs, and tender submissions. Manage the preparation of detailed pre-construction and construction phase plans in line with PCSA requirements. Develop win strategies and bid themes that align with client requirements. Lead bid planning, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met. Collaborate closely with internal teams, including design, planning, and commercial departments, to develop winning strategies and solutions for bids. Produce high-quality written content for bids and presentations. Ensure bids reflect Wates’ commitment to quality, sustainability, and health and safety standards.Key Requirements Proven experience as a Bid Manager within the construction industry, ideally with exposure to large, complex projects. Strong knowledge of PCSA (Pre-Construction Services Agreement) processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and deliver winning bids in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and strong project management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with bid management software is an advantage. Commercial awareness and a deep understanding of the construction sectorWHAT 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… 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. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/

Building Services Manager

Wates have an opportunity for a Building Services Manager to join our Smartspace team in Warrington or London.To be successful in the role you will be a methodical and an effective communicator with a positive and engaging approach. Work with the Client and understand requirements and challenge technically to add value. Liaise with Subcontractors and reach out to specialist suppliers/manufacturers for information.We are looking for a Building Services Manager who has solid experience managing both mechanical and electrical Projects in the UK, as well as experience within fast-track Cat A & Cat B fit out sector.As our Building Services Manager, you will: Assist the Bid Team to manage the production of the Contractors Proposals, ensuring they are complete, unambiguous, have been reviewed by the bid team, and have been updated to include all post tender negotiations. Review the design information, raise RFI’s and discuss with the suppliers and get into the detail of the design release programme including coordination and manage that in a week by week basis. Manage the services issues on site with the assistance of other site-based resource by implementing the management procedures to ensure the timely production of information is issued, within budget, fully coordinated and buildable. Ensure the services design has been reviewed on all projects with respect to mitigating Health and Safety issues prior to construction and ensure that hazards are noted on all drawings at each stage of their production. Understand the commissioning requirements and plans the detail of how that will be managed with the subcontractor and takes an interest in and leads on the subcontractors QA process. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & bonus Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car 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… 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.

Design Manager

Wates Smartspace are looking for a Design Manager to join our Warrington or London team focussing on high profile, technically complex projects across our Fit Out and Retail teams.If you are passionate about design, working within a team environment and with proven technical skills looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together.This is a great opportunity to progress your career 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: Work with all relevant parties, to produce and manage a realistic design programme and information required schedule to facilitate design, procurement and build activities Support the implementation of Continuous Improvement initiatives and innovation Ensure the design has been reviewed and verified to achieve compliance and mitigate Health and Safety, design and buildability issues prior to construction and identify key risks and opportunities at each stage of the design and delivery process. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme 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) 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.