Senior Quantity Surveyor
EQUANS are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Greater Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.
General Overview
To assist the Commercial Manager with effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.
To play a fundamental role within the site team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reportage, in accordance with company procedures.
To assist the CM in financial pre-commencement activities such as pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, initial subcontract negotiations.
To carry out key commercial tasks such as bonus payments, subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, Cost Value reportage, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.
Key Accountabilities
Within the Business
- Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
- Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
- To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
- Continue personal professional development.
Pre-commencement – Negotiated Schemes
- Assistance in the completion of Cost Plans for submission to client.
- Assistance in the completion of value engineering to ensure best value for the client and to maximise contribution for the business.
- Carry out analysis and agreement of specification to ensure rebate opportunities are maximised.
- Assistance in the agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
- Assist in the completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
- Appointment of initial subcontract packages.
Pre-commencement – Tendered Schemes
- Assistance in the agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
- Assist in the completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
- Appointment of initial subcontract packages.
Drawing take-offs and site re-measurement
- Take-off exercises prior to scheme commencement.
- Ongoing site re-measurement of measured works.
- Site checks & recording of variations in order to accurately produce internal and external valuations.
Subcontract procurement and order placement
- Production of enquires.
- Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
- Order value negotiations and agreements.
- Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
- Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
- Administration of order documents.
Subcontract Account Management
- Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
- Monitor and record works complete.
- Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
- Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
- Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.
Rebate reportage
- Ensure PSL is reviewed prior to subcontract procurement and that subcontract orders are placed in line with supply chain agreements.
- Completion of rebate reporting on a monthly basis and submitted to Rebate Champion.
Operative bonus payments
- Obtain weekly bonus sheets from directly employed operative.
- Check against Site Manager’s weekly time sheet.
- Apply pre-agreed bonus targets.
- Administration of payments.
Monthly cost value reports
- Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
- Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
- Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
- Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
- Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
- Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
- Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
- Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
- Ensure cash position updated accurately.
- Attend budget meetings with site team.
- Production of performance review document for senior management.
- Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.
Management of change orders/variation accounts
- Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
- Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
- Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
- Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
- Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.
External valuations
- Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
- Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
- Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
- Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Ensure interim certificate is obtained in line with contractual timeframes.
Internal valuations
- Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
- Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
- Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.
General contract administration
- Contract Filing.
- Keeping up to date log of drawings.
- Archiving completed schemes.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;
- Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Who are we looking for?
Experience
- Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
- Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening
Skills and abilities
- High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word
Key Attributes
- Team Player.
- Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
- Ability to multitask;
- Well organised;
- Good time management skills;
- Self motivated; and
- Enthusiastic.
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.
Cleaner
Equans is looking for Cleaners to join our team in Leeds on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package.
This role will be cleaning communal areas at Flaxton House and a full UK driving license is essential for this role.
What will you deliver?
- Provide a planned and reactive cleaning service
- Ensure that all areas are kept to high standards of hygiene, health and safety and presentation
- Take a proactive role in reporting any maintenance issues encountered that may arise, taking action to address directly where appropriate / possible
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
- Demonstrate good time management skills, working to deadlines and adhering to set procedures
- Needs to be highly motivated, organised, versatile and adaptive
- Credible experience within a similar role
- UK driving license
Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
Code CLNENG
As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.
You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.
Site Manager
Equans is looking for a Site Manager to join our team in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
What will you deliver?
- Responsible for the supervision of a team of trade operatives and sub-contractors delivering a wide range of Refurbishment works
- Responsible for the efficient use of resources and ensuring that, job planning, appointments, resource allocation, materials, plant and equipment are effectively utilised and continuously improved in accordance with service delivery targets
- Support the Contracts Manager in compiling all pre-start information
- Provide structured approach to project planning; to include health and safety, execution methods and quality
- Provide project & weekly programme information and KPI’s and feed back into monitoring and reporting systems
- Provide project direction, focus and consistency across the team & project
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;
- 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
- Higher National Certificate in Building Studies or equivalent experience
- Experience in working on high value low rise schemes
- Experience of Refurbishment contracts and relevant knowledge of building legislation and building and construction projects
- Experience of managing specialist sub-contract supply chains
- Effectively manage time in order to meet deadlines
- Up to date relevant knowledge and experience of Health and Safety legislation
Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
Code: EQNENG
As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.
You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
EQUANS are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Greater Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.
General Overview
- To undertake effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.
- To play a fundamental role within the PSDS / Zero Carbon Projects Team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reporting, in accordance with company procedures.
- To mentor and manage junior member of the Commercial Team.
- To undertake pre-commencement activities such as tendering and pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, subcontract negotiations and appointments.
- To carry out key commercial tasks such as subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, CVR reporting, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.
- Carry out the above responsibilities across several concurrently programmed decarbonisation projects.
Key Accountabilities
Within the Business
- Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
- Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
- To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
- Continue personal professional development.
Pre-commencement – Negotiated Schemes
- The completion of Cost Plans for submission to client.
- The completion of value engineering to ensure best value for the client and to maximise contribution for the business.
- Carry out analysis and agreement of specification to ensure rebate opportunities are maximised.
- The agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
- The completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
- Appointment of subcontract packages.
Pre-commencement – Tendered Schemes
- Agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
- Completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
- Appointment of subcontract packages.
Drawing take-offs and site re-measurement
- Take-off exercises prior to scheme commencement.
- Ongoing site re-measurement of measured works.
- Site checks & recording of variations in order to accurately produce internal and external valuations.
Subcontract procurement and order placement
- Production of enquires.
- Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
- Order value negotiations and agreements.
- Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
- Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
- Administration of order documents.
Subcontract Account Management
- Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
- Monitor and record works complete.
- Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
- Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
- Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.
Rebate reportage
- Ensure PSL is reviewed prior to subcontract procurement and that subcontract orders are placed in line with supply chain agreements.
- Completion of rebate reporting on a monthly basis and submitted to Rebate Champion.
Monthly cost value reports
- Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
- Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
- Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
- Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
- Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
- Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
- Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
- Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
- Ensure cash position updated accurately.
- Attend budget meetings with site team.
- Production of performance review document for senior management.
- Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.
Management of change orders/variation accounts
- Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
- Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
- Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
- Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
- Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.
External valuations
- Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
- Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
- Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
- Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
- Ensure interim certificate is obtained in line with contractual timeframes.
Internal valuations
- Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
- Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
- Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.
General contract administration
- Contract Filing.
- Keeping up to date log of drawings.
- Archiving completed schemes.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;
- Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Who are we looking for?
Experience
- Successful track record of construction project delivery. Public Sector decarbonisation / retrofit projects experience is desirable.
- Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
- Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening
Skills and abilities
- High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- People Management
- Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word
Key Attributes
- Team Player.
- Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
- Ability to multitask;
- Well organised;
- Good time management skills;
- Self motivated; and
- Enthusiastic.
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.
Mechanical Building Services Engineer
Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with solid mechanical maintenance experience to join our estates team at the John Radcliffe hospital in Oxford. This is a permanent full-time position working from 07:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday.
Key activities
- Reporting to the Technical Services Manager
- Act as Lead Technician for the site providing a thorough understanding of mechanical ventilation building services installation and maintenance techniques, including Medical Gas and F Gas.
- Apply trade skills and experience, including one to one training to members of the team.
- Ensure the satisfactory completion of statutory obligations and the completion of allocated maintenance, breakdown repairs, installation, new and refurbishment works, all within the SLA and KPI’s applied to site.
- To be an Authorised Person for up to three disciplines.
- Carry out maintenance/repair on mechanical ventilation services to plant and equipment across the site, including supervising both in-house staff and contractors
- Carry out refurbishments and new works across the site all within KPI and SLA targets
- Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 7am to 4pm with a requirement for participation in the on call rota
Skills, qualifications & experience
- Must hold a recognised mechanical trade apprenticeship and/or relevant qualifications to level 3 (theory and practice) in a relevant mechanical discipline with suitable industry experience;
- Must have a proven track record within maintenance / hard services
- Must be strongly Client focussed and able to take ownership of projects
- Must have good IT skills with experience in the use of CAFM systems, word and excel
- Subject to a DBS Check
Our excellent benefits package includes:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Company share scheme
- 2 paid volunteering days a year
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.
Mechanical Building Services Engineer
Equans is a renowned facilities and maintenance contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Building Services Engineer to join our team providing maintenance at Southmead Hospital in Bristol. This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 0700-1530 / 1000-1830, shift times alternating weekly.
Key activities:
- Reporting to the Shift Lead / Operations Manager
- Responsible for the safe operation, planned and reactive maintenance of mechanical/electrical systems, associated plant/equipment installed throughout the site
- Carry out mechanical/electrical works as required i.e. allocated maintenance, breakdown repairs, installation, new works, refurbishment and capital works replacement programme.
- Carry out mechanical/electrical repairs and cleaning of mechanical components and equipment
- Maintain and carry out repairs on HVAC systems, gas appliances, Piped Medical Gas systems, steam plant/equipment and all other equipment in plant rooms, patient areas and other departments.
- Prepare pressure vessels for insurance inspections and carry out necessary repairs/testing.
- To oversee specialist sub-contractors, and manage contractors as necessary, working to a safe system of work and permit-to-work system
- To ensure that PPM and Reactive tasks are attended to in accordance with the contract timescales at all times.
- Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 0700-1530 / 1000-1830, shift times alternating weekly.
Skills, qualifications & experience:
- Must hold a recognised mechanical trade apprenticeship and/or relevant qualifications to level 2 or 3 (theory and practice) in a relevant mechanical discipline with suitable industry experience; plumbing experience essential
- Desirable to hold some Electrical trade qualifications/18th Edition certification but not essential
- Must have a thorough understanding of engineering building services installation and maintenance techniques.
- Good knowledge of M&E testing, fault finding, maintenance, refurbishment and install.
- Must be able to work independently and when appropriate as part of a team.
- Willing to attain cross skilling
- Ability to read technical drawings and diagnose technical faults
- Strong customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal
- IT literate, and ambition for personal development
Our excellent benefits package includes:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Flexible working opportunities
- Company share scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.
Maintenance Assistant
Equans is looking for 4x Maintenance Assistants to join our team in Blackburn at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
General Overview
The post holder will have the required maintenance skills to ensure the safe and continuous operation of the site. Working within the response team and reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor and Mechanical Manager.
• To undertake a proactive role in carrying out maintenance, repairs and inspection of building services, fabric, fixtures and fittings. All in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and in compliance with legislation and guidance.
• The hours for this role will be 40 hour week.
• Represent Equans in a respectful and professional manner.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on building services in accordance with the PPM programme and personal competence and training.
• Respond in a timely manner to ad-hoc breakdown requests as identified by the help desk / supervisor / manager or as a minimum, as per site contract.
• Assist in Carrying out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works.
• Assist in Carrying out systematic fault finding in a logical and safe manner on malfunctioning equipment.
• Carry out duties in accordance with safe working practices within statutory and Company guidelines.
• Safely operate all types of access equipment, hand and power tools in accordance with health & safety, manufacturers’ guidelines and relevant training.
• Ensure the correct use of personal protective equipment and adherence to health & safety and infection control procedures.
• Maintain records as and when appropriate and as required, whether written or electronic.
• Willingness to assist and work flexibly with other colleagues and or contractor’s staff
• Ensure liaison with Wards and Departments as required, ensuring there is minimum disruption whilst carrying out work.
• Undertake training where necessary to learn and maintain skills and to maintain and develop the requirements of the service.
• Carry out risk assessments on-site as instructed by supervisor / manager.
• Collaborate and co-operate with the partners and colleagues to deliver a customer focused service.
• Use initiative to make appropriate decisions, including when working out of hours.
• Diligently complete all required job cards and other work-related paperwork to the required standard whether electronic or hard copy.
• Complete work within the allotted timeframes.
• Carry out any other identified tasks commensurate with role.
Impact:
Their statutory and contractual obligations whilst simultaneously providing an excellent service to our customers.
The Maintenance Response Operative makes up part of the facilities maintenance team which contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the estate and associated engineering systems that is conducive for the delivery of healthcare.
Complexity:
The Maintenance Assistant will complete engineering and maintenance activities and undertake duties for which they are trained and competent to do. There is an Estates management team based on site that can offer specialised technical advice and who can liaise with the appropriate levels of management to facilitate specialist isolations necessary to undertake certain engineering works.
Qualifications or Required Experience:
• Previously worked within a general maintenance environment.
• Previously worked within a customer facing role
• Previously worked within a healthcare environment (desirable)
• Have experience of computer-based task monitoring systems (CAFM) (desirable)
• Worked on Mechanical Systems, DHW, LPHW, CHW (desirable)
• Electrical qualifications (desirable)
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we?
Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
Equans is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
ENGENG
As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.
You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.
Electrical Design Engineer
Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.
We are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join the Energy Engineering team in the development of innovative renewable energy and retrofit efficiency projects. This role will report to the Senior Electrical Design Engineer, supporting the continued growth in our engineering and design function in light of our expanding pipeline of work.
The Electrical Design Engineer will contribute in the preparation of electrical design elements of multidisciplinary projects from RIBA 1 to 4, as well as provide technical assurance during construction. These projects will typically range in value from £1m to £5m an encompass virtually all forms of renewable energy technologies.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong foundation in electrical engineering, spanning conventional building services, infrastructure and renewable energies. The candidate will be conversant with modern design tools, such as Amtec, AutoCAD and REVIT, as well as key design standards, regulations and codes of practice. The successful candidate will aid in creative, innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs and ambitions of our projects.
Key activities
- The Electrical Design Engineer will be dedicated and committed to delivering designs on time, on budget, satisfy project requirements and achieve compliance.
- Will involve collaborative teamwork with adjoining engineering disciplines and colleagues.
- Ability to take a Project Brief, potentially from pre-concept stage, identify design options and select the best available technique, through rigorous qualitative and quantitative assessment.
- Develop robust yet efficient designs in unique project environments with immovable deadlines
- Liaise with Statutory Authorities, including Distribution Network Operators, to obtain relevant consents
- Work within internal and external design teams to achieve of deliverable
Skills, qualifications & experience
- Bachelors degree in engineering (or equivalent qualification)
- Membership with an appropriate professional institution
- Relevant awards associated with electrical engineering
What we offer?
- 25 days leave
- 2 days charity leave
- 1 paid professional membership
- Company shares
- Pension
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.
In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture.
At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals
Compliance Manager
EQUANS are recruiting for a Compliance Manager to be based in Manchester or Seaham. This is a full-time permanent role working 38 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
General Overview
The main purpose of the role is to support the regions profile of energy solutions within the region, identifying and working up proposals for clients and consultants with a view to securing profitable Energy Solution offerings.
Develop a sustainability compliance framework to support BP growth targets for the Energy & Sustainability function of the region. Providing guidance to the business on environmental and sustainability issues. This will include extensive working with different departments and teams, providing support and technical guidance on compliance and governance on external funding opportunities.
Support client engagement strategies. Assist in the development of Client and Business Unit carbon reduction roadmaps.
To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy and ensure all employees reporting to you do the same and being responsible for ensuring that SHEQ requirements are always upheld to the highest of standards.
Key Accountabilities
- Client management and support to major projects - supporting Clients, tenants and customers through their retrofit journey with Equans. This may include: the provision of direct support to identify which retrofit measures are needed to achieve deep emissions cuts; helping Clients to coordinate the installation of measures.
- Responsible for the management of compliance, legislation and internal/external sustainability measures.
- Drive forward innovation- promote innovation and product support.
- Understanding of Carbon Net Zero agenda – To have a wide knowledge and understanding of the Energy & M & E Services Sector and pass this Knowledge and learning into the Regional teams.
- Management of funding through the ECO3 and all other renewable funding schemes.
- Support the Bid Team on technical proposals, analytics and project support.
- Develop relationships and partnerships with sustainability stakeholders, influencers and Clients.
- Support internal engagement (Bids & Delivery) programs.
- Carbon Impact reporting.
- Management of PAS2030/35/MCS approval and compliance
- Maintain effective Client mapping, trackers, and metrics/analytics
- Participate in the development and execution of sustainability external engagement opportunities
- Analyse external factors and emerging policy areas in order to identify potential opportunities and risks, always focused on the North's inclusive, sustainable growth agenda.
- Develop relationships with all Equans Regional teams and develop and support partnership opportunities.
- Provide and receive information of complex nature relating to energy management, carbon reduction, sustainability and governance matters.
- Understand & apply the range of current and proposed UK sustainability related legislation to project solutions e.g. Building Regulations Part L, FIT’s, RHI’s, Local Planning Policy, proposals etc.
- Day to day supervision of other team subordinates during the delivery of the specific project or team activity
- Raise regional profile as a leading provider of Energy Solutions - Work with Equans Centre, regional partners and the other regions to develop a ‘Energy Solutions’’ offering that meets the needs/ wants of our customers. Including presentations and reporting to stakeholders as required.
- Drive growth in this product area- work with new and existing clients to create and convert a pipeline of opportunities which produce enhanced margin for the business.
- Work with the senior management of business to ensure that sustainability and environmental management are embedded within the organisation.
- Assist the Head of Sustainability in collating and analysing data in relation to Carbon, Waste, Product Procurement and Community initiatives.
- Review and assist in the implementation of energy efficient programs with the organization.
- Keep up to date with new and cutting-edge developments in the fields of sustainability and environmental management, ensuring effective communication within Equans.
- Provide reports to the Head of Sustainability.
- Attend divisional and departmental meetings as required.
- Client interaction as required (through reporting, training and briefings).
- Any other reasonable management request.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;
- Pension Scheme
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Who are we looking for?
Skills and abilities
Essential
- 5 years’ experience within environmental/sustainability functions
- Ability to balance commitments to the environment with the need to be corporate and business minded
- the ability to build relationships with a range of people, such as project managers and contractors
- flexibility to work under pressure, responding to changing legislation and project and programme demand
- Understanding of and interest in sustainability and innovations in the Built environment
- Experience in sustainability strategy implementation / embedment
- Skilled in data analysis and translating this into compliance/board reports and business cases.
- Experience of sustainability and environmental management, including best and common practice
- Experience of standards and systems applicable to FSC, MCS PAS 2035 and Green funding mechanisms
- Relevant experience of working as part of a team
- Providing proactive support to operational business units.
- Up to date knowledge of UK SHEQ legislation
- Relevant construction sector experience, preferably housing
- Operation of an ISO14001, ISO 16001 and similar systems
- Experience of waste management and Duty of Care
- Ability to work remotely
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Including Report Writing
- Good at developing relationships with Operational leadership and site teams
- Proven written communication skills
- Good level of numeracy
- Computer literate in MS Office
Desirable Experience
- Management qualification
- 5+ yrs experience of the construction industry in general
- Social housing experience
- Other relevant qualifications e.g. NEBOSH
- Experience of managing a small team
Key Attributes
- Confident
- Self-motivated
- Be prepared to work within a large geographical area
- Enthusiastic
- Creative
- Flexible & adaptable
- Good verbal and written communicator
- Ability to work both alone and as part of a team
- Resilient
- Have a track record of working at senior level with RP’s/LA’s.
- Have a high level strategic understanding of the Green Sector
- Knowledge of funding sources, both Public & Private around Green Solutions
- Knowledge of corporate sustainability requirements and implementation strategy
- Ability to work with the wider Equans and regional teams
Who are we?
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.
What's next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.
Senior Project Manager - Mechanical
Equans Data Centers are seeking to appoint a Senior Project Manager – Mechanical, to support our growing Data Centre business.
We are committed to providing cutting edge solutions for our clients Data Centre facilities and are recruitment a Senior Project Manager – Mechanical to join our innovative team. The Senior Project Manager – Mechanical will be responsible for managing the team and the mechanical aspects of large projects from inception to completion, within set timescales, to high quality standards and within health and safety guidelines.
The Role
- Manage a team to ensure work is carried out in full conformance with quality, environmental and safety standards.
- Be an expert and provide guidance and direction to ensure operational excellence.
- Coordinate and control the on-site construction process ensuring the site build progresses in line with plan.
- Develop and agree electrical submission and approval process with the client and design team.
- Support the overall programming and planning of the build.
- Attend site meetings, effectively communicate and provide information for Progress Reports.
- Chair and minute the subcontractor meetings.
- Recording and reporting key metrics to team members and management.
- Operational support including review of procedures, best practices and initiatives.
What we can offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes;
- 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary
- Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance (Family Cover)
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
What we are looking for?
- Experience working with a main contractor or large subcontractor.
- Proven people management experience of managing teams.
- Have the ability to mentor and develop team members.
- Proven technical knowledge of Mechanical Services.
- Knowledge and skills to effectively problem solve.
- Be self-motivated, with proven organisational ability and the drive to meet deadlines.
- Customer focused with the ability to communicate effectively with clients.
- Attention to Health and Safety matters.
- Commercially astute.
- Experience in the data centres sector.
- Degree of equivalent in an Mechanical discipline is desirable.
Who are we?
We are a strategic data center partner delivering every aspect of general contractor design, build, and commissioning for major data centers across Europe to provide new build, fit-out, complex retrofit, and upgrade through one point of contact.
Leveraging decades of experience with Bouygues Energies & Services and Equans in data centers, we deliver to every aspect of client needs through sustainability, health and safety, and wider engineering considerations. At Equans Data Centers, we’re unique in our ability to bring clients complete in-house expertise across many facets of consulting, architecture, construction, and engineering. We are a true combination of global standardisation and local on-the-ground expert teams in every key European country to ensure the right level of localisation. We have total control of our supply chain, with the robustness of a global and European leader in construction behind us. And our most highly qualified and expert teams are focused on client success above all.
This enables us to deliver data centers with the best possible quality, speed to delivery, and high repeatability and scalability – to realise client needs for cost transparency, low risk, continual availability, innovation, and certainty of planning and outcomes.
With more than 1,200 highly skilled employees, across 8 European countries, Equans has delivered over 300,000m2 of data halls, exceeding 500MW of IT space for major Data Centers providers such as VIRTUS Data Centers, Digital Reality, Equinix, Vantage Data Centers, Stack Infrastructure, Cloud HQ and many others.
Equans Data Centers is positioned to meet and exceed the increasingly demanding planning and capacity needs of hyperscaler and colocation businesses across Europe.
What’s next?
If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.
The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.