Assistant Estates Manager-Fabric
Equans is looking for an Assistant Estates Manager- Fabric to join our team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
The role is to assist the Technical Services Managers in the provision of Hard FM & Lifecycle Services whilst delivering a high-quality and statutory compliant maintenance service. The role will include assisting in the operation, repair and maintenance of Building, Fabric & Civil services whilst working within a multi-disciplinary hard service team environment.
The role is vital to ensure that the estate is maintained to a high compliant standard and that all statutory requirements are fully complied with and documented for all services and facilities under the control of the contract. The role will work alongside the Fabric Days AEM to ensure that all aspects of the Building Fabric service are covered.
What will you deliver?
- Work in collaboration with all other AEMs to provide an efficient and cohesive service across the Estate for the Fabric discipline
- Manage the day-to-day performance of in-house labour and Fabric Subcontractors: Planned, Corrective and Reactive maintenance tasks
- Managing and directing Subcontractors in a safe and efficient manner
- Deliver training to staff on relevant subjects as appropriate so experience is gained (e.g., toolbox talks & trade specific subject matter)
- Directly accountable for day to day matters to the Technical Services Managers
- Ensure that planned and scheduled preventative maintenance activities for buildings, plant and equipment using the Maximo system or other works management system, are compliant with Statute, Contract Requirements, Regulations, ACOP’s and Guidance (HTM’s)
- Responsible for specific elements of budgetary control and give additional assistance with financial controls with reference to departmental budgetary control, regular stock takes and asset list refreshes
- Carry out inspections and audits of both in house and 3rd party staff to ensure compliance with Contract Requirements, in a timely manner, to the required standard and documented correctly
- Responsible for the safety of plant, equipment and infrastructure, compliance documentation and for safe working practices
- Responsible for the execution of any other estates and facilities related duties in an emergency/urgent situation, as directed by the Technical Services Managers or Senior Management Team
- Participate as a member of the Estates Team by achieving Authorised Person (AP) status in several disciplines as required and directed by Senior Management Team
- Responsible for participating in the ‘on call’ Rota as and when required, as directed by Senior Management
- Carry out EQUANS's Management Safety Visits and compliance audits (MSV) Across the contract on both Internal work force and Sub-contractors
- Carry out Monthly minimum 10% Audit checks on works carried out by the estate’s teams ensuring compliance, report shortfalls and training requirements
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance, bonus 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?
- Relevant City & Guilds, or equivalent, qualification in Building Fabric Related discipline to Level 2 & 3
- High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate with knowledge of CAFM systems and all Microsoft Office packages
- Must be able to manage people, be self- motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment
- A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements will be required
- Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance and FM services
- Good organizational skills and the ability to communicate at all levels
- ONC or National Certificate in relevant area-Desirable
- HNC/HND in a relevant area-Desirable
- Additional AP including:
- HTM-02 Authorised Persons for Medical Gas Pipelines Systems (MGPS)-Desirable
- HTM-03 Authorised Persons for Specialist Ventilations Systems -Desirable
- Authorised Persons for Mechanical Systems-Desirable
- Confined Spaces Authorised Persons-Desirable
- MEWP Training IPAF -Desirable
- IOSH/NEBOSH-Desirable
This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.
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 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.
Energy Manager
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 have an exciting opportunity for an Energy Manager to join our Facilities Management team at Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key activities:
- Reporting to the General Manager
- To lead the execution and provision of Energy Management Services across the whole Broomfield Hospital Estate and in conjunction with Mid and South Essex Hospital Trust. This shall include utilities monitoring and reporting, compliance, project identification and development.
- To provide professional advice in the delivery of energy saving initiatives, ranging from no/low cost actions to major energy projects
- To liaise with the energy engineering team for support in development of projects
- To be a dynamic and enthusiastic lead for energy saving initiatives
- Supervise, co-ordinate and administer the daily operations and energy utilities within the Estate
- Undertake options appraisals, feasibility studies and develop business cases for project programmes; agree strategy for implementation utilising and co-ordinating Energy Engineering resources where applicable
- Formulation, setting and monitoring of the annual energy budget. Develop forecast and reports for budget establishment incorporating energy consumption and conservation impact.
- Produce monthly energy reports
- Working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00.
Skills, qualifications & experience:
- Degree qualified BSc/BEng in Building Services / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or similar
- Will be a strong communicator at all levels with proven project management skills
- Ideally hold membership of the Energy Management Association and have an Energy Management qualification
- Demonstrable commitment to energy management, sustainability and the conservation of energy and finite resources
- Strong knowledge of legislative requirements in relation to Health and Safety and Environmental policies
- Excellent presentation skills: Reports, Spreadsheets and PowerPoint
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.
Project Manager
Equans is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Blackburn on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
What will you deliver?
- Lifecycle and Variations Project Management, ensuring all Projects are managed, operated and completed with uncompromised efficiency, on time and to budget.
- Liaison with all relevant parties involved with Projects, including working with the Client to interpret and develop a brief/scope of works in order achieving sign off prior to works commencement, planning, during the works and through to completion.
- Full financial responsibility for circa £1.5M in revenue.
- Follow the Company and on-site Developments process ensuring all relevant documentation is prepared/completed including the provision of costs, programmes, risk analysis, PPP works documentation etc.
- Ensure all Project files are maintained to provide a fully auditable administrative trail in line with ISO accreditation.
- Produce an overall plan for works (including design, procurement, PPP pack review and sign off, works/construction, commissioning, training etc) for the Project to ensure the completion date is achieved and without incident.
- Procure competent Contractors to carry out the design, works/construction and commissioning of the proposed development.
- Monitor the progress of the design, works/construction and commissioning activities and action accordingly to ensure the works are completed within the time, budget, and safety and to the required quality.
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 3x 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?
- Demonstrable & varied experience in delivering Lifecycle and Variation Projects.
- Facilities Management experience.
- Experience of delivering in challenging environments such as or like healthcare and Education.
- Ability to mediate conflict situations
- Thorough understanding of the principles of project management.
- Awareness of Confidentiality.
- Demonstrate good team working.
- Comprehensive Administrative experience in a busy office environment.
- Sound organisational/co-ordination skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills & telephone manner.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook & Access.
- Ability to provide professional guidance & task management for junior team members.
This role includes a DBS XXX check therefore ability to pass is essential.
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 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.
Hub Manager
Equans is looking for a Hub Manager to join our team at The University of Cambridge on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Hub Manager to join a forward-thinking company with great backing at the early stages of the contract, as we go through rapid growth, in a highly varied and interesting role, where you can make a real difference to the future success. Based at our Cambridge office, we are looking to drive the innovation process across the contract to establish a high-performing workplace function.
The Hub Manager will have a strong background in Plant & Equipment Maintenance with experience in delivering and evidencing continuous improvements whilst remaining compliant to operational specifications with an in-depth knowledge of all engineering plant and systems onsite and act as a Technical Lead for the contract.
They will be always responsible for the delivery of the service at their respective Hub throughout the service period. The role requires them to work in partnership with the UoC Hub Engineering Managers, the Technical Excellence Managers and Statutory Compliance team to enhance service delivery ensure Project Compliance and Statutory Compliance, respectively.
Focus will be needed to drive efficiency and value for money through the performance of the delivery team. It will be important for them to liaise with stakeholders for the planning and execution of planned and reactive works.
The Hub manager will be required to audit, and quality checking of works completed to ensure there is a step change in service quality and statutory compliance performance. They will support delivery teams with technical knowledge and training. In conjunction with the SHEQ Manager, provide first hand investigations and support for incidents, occurrences and breaches and the delivery of proactive, corrective, and retrospective action.
The ideal candidate will be a technical professional with strong M&E and Building Fabric skills who has proven experience motivating engineers and sub-contractors to achieve client expectations.
What will you deliver?
- Monitor quality and performance against schedules of contractually agreed KPI and SLA's
- Ensure the company's H&S, Environmental & Quality procedures are adhered to on site
- Review RAMS for PPM, Reactive and Remedial works within the M&E and Building Fabric and ensure maintenance activities align with performance targets
- Following appointment by the relevant AE’s, carry out the duties of AP/CP roles as required
- Carry out audits of completed works, review potential failures & implement mitigating procedures
- Meet with contract teams to review performance, opportunities, and risks
- Tracking of all NCR’s and liaise with operational team to close out
- Monitor and review of all Work in Progress (WIP)
- Identify technical developments & training plans including annual appraisals of team members
- Review processes & procedures and propose improvements to systems
- Ensure that appropriate and standardised record keeping is in place
- Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines are met
- Identify compliance gaps and working with the operations team to support the solution
- Liaise with subcontractors & prepare quotations for submission to the client for extra works
- Ensure that the internal, external and client audits are aligned, thus mitigating duplication, and improving the overall efficiency of processes
- Assist the operational teams when preparing for audits, ensure that their records are maintained to an appropriate standard and are available as required
- Monitor the response of audit findings and implement actions to prevent a reoccurrence
- Proactively share best practices
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?
- HND / HNC technical discipline / degree or equivalent experience in an appropriate field (Mechanical / Electrical Systems)
- Experience gained particularly within the Facilities Management environment
- Extensive engineering knowledge associated with +5 years delivery at senior level within a contract
- Management experience in delivery of +£10m Engineering Operations. (Public / Private sector)
- Delivery of ongoing transformational experience alongside BAU delivery of a challenging account
- Extensive experience in managing structured customer expectations whilst providing efficiency of delivery, alongside a customer third party audit structure
- A full driving licence is required
This role includes a DBS Enhanced check therefore ability to pass is essential.
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 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.
Assistant Estates Manager- Shifts
Equans is looking for an Assistant Estate Manager-Shifts to join our team in Birmingham on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a salary banding of £45,000-£ 48,415, dependent upon skills and experience, shift allowance, and benefits package.
Shifts include a 4 on 4 off pattern made up of two days 07:00am – 19:00pm and two nights 19:00am – 07:00am
The role is vital to ensure that the estate is maintained to a high compliant standard and that all statutory requirements are fully complied with and documented for all services and facilities under the control of the contract. This role will ensure that the services are delivered 24/7 as part of a four-person shift management team.
The role is to assist the Technical Services Managers in the provision of Hard FM & Lifecycle Services whilst delivering a high-quality and statutory compliant maintenance service. The role will include assisting in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical engineering services whilst working within a multi-disciplinary hard service team environment.
What will you deliver?
- Work in collaboration with the other AEM’s to provide an efficient and cohesive service across the Estate
- Directly accountable for day to day matters to the Technical Services Managers
- Manage the day-to-day performance of the relevant Acute Shift team, assisting as required, including Planned, Corrective and Reactive maintenance tasks
- Deliver training to staff on relevant subjects as appropriate so experience is gained (e.g., toolbox talks & trade specific subject matter)
- Ensure that planned and scheduled preventative maintenance activities for buildings, plant and equipment using the Maximo system or other works management system, are compliant with Statute, Contract Requirements, Regulations, ACOP’s and Guidance (HTM’s)
- Ensuring that all staff and subcontractors Response and Rectification times are met, and repairs are undertaken diligently, with due care and without undue delay. Where there is risk of failure to achieve SLAs swiftly intervene and resolve via ‘recall to work’ procedure for emergency repairs as required
- Carry out inspections and audits of both in house and 3rd party staff to ensure compliance with Contract Requirements, in a timely manner, to the required standard and documented correctly
- Managing and resolving incidents of non-compliance across the Estate in line with Contract and Company Requirements
- Responsible for the safety of plant, equipment and infrastructure, compliance documentation and for safe working practices
- Responsible for bringing to the attention of the Technical Services Managers and all Senior Management any unsafe working conditions, working practices, unsafe plant or equipment encountered during the execution of duties including reporting on the company AIM’s system
- Responsible for the execution of any other estates and facilities related duties in an emergency/urgent situation, as directed by the Technical Services Managers or Senior Management Team
- Participate as a member of the Estates Team by achieving Authorised Person (AP) status in several disciplines as required and directed by Senior Management Team
- Carry out Monthly minimum 10% Audit checks on works carried out by the estate’s teams ensuring compliance, report shortfalls and training requirements
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;
- 24 days annual leave, increased to 25 days once 2 years service is reached (+ 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?
- City & Guilds Mechanical Engineering Level 2 & 3
- City & Guilds Pipefitting & Plumbing Level 2 & 3
- City & Guilds Plumbing Level 2 & 3
- Relevant City & Guilds Mechanical qualifications
Or
- Electrical Installation – Approved apprenticeship with either:
- City & Guild 236 Part 1, 2 & 3 Parts A, B, C or
- City & Guilds 2360 Parts 1, 2, 3 or
- City & Guilds 2330 Level 2, Level 3, (Level 4 – desirable) or
- City & Guilds 2560 (2357) – Diploma
- 18th Edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS 7671 – 2018 Amendment)
- City & Guilds 2394 Testing & Inspection Certification
- City & Guilds 2395 Testing & Inspection Certification
Any other relevant and equivalent qualification/experience
- High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate with knowledge of CAFM systems and all Microsoft Office packages
- Must be able to manage people, be self- motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment
- A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements will be required
- Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance and FM services
- Good organizational skills and the ability to communicate at all levels
This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.
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 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.
Project Manager
EQUANS is looking for a Project Manager to join our team in Blackburn Hospital, BB2 3HH on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary dependent upon skills and experience, bonus and benefits package.
What will you deliver?
- Lifecycle and Variations Project Management, ensuring all Projects are managed, operated and completed with uncompromised efficiency, on time and to budget.
- Liaison with all relevant parties involved with Projects, including working with the Client to interpret and develop a brief/scope of works in order achieving sign off prior to works commencement, planning, during the works and through to completion.
- Full financial responsibility for circa £1.5M in revenue.
- Follow the Company and on-site Developments process ensuring all relevant documentation is prepared/completed including the provision of costs, programmes, risk analysis, PPP works documentation etc.
- Ensure all Project files are maintained to provide a fully auditable administrative trail in line with ISO accreditation.
- Produce an overall plan for works (including design, procurement, PPP pack review and sign off, works/construction, commissioning, training etc) for the Project to ensure the completion date is achieved and without incident.
- Procure competent Contractors to carry out the design, works/construction and commissioning of the proposed development.
- Monitor the progress of the design, works/construction and commissioning activities and action accordingly to ensure the works are completed within the time, budget, and safety and to the required quality.
- Liaison and management of the performance of preferred suppliers/subcontractors to include controlling, scheduling and coordinating sub-contractors working on site, ensuring all Company and on-site procedures are followed such as Inductions, CRB clearance, competence etc.
- Carry out Project review meetings in line with Project Management good practice.
- Ensure all work activities are carried out safely and in accordance with statutory and corporate regulations and legislation, Healthcare Standards and Specifications.
- Ensure all data and management information is maintained and communicated accurately to agreed deadlines by the Head of Facilities, Equans Management colleagues or as requested by the client. Support the retention of ISO14001 and environmental focus to reduce carbon emissions and utilities consumption.
- Ensure all Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations are followed where appropriate and ensure all company paperwork relevant to this is completed.
- Liaise and coordinate with Equans colleagues, sub-contractors and Soft Services Partners such that FM services are seen as a seamless service delivery.
- Promote Health and Safety and culture amongst the Equans team, Subcontractors and Service Partners , procedure guidelines and best practice.
- Demonstrate an observable commitment to Behavioural Safety and establishing an incident and injury free culture – including adherence always to Equans Safety First Policy
- Keep confidential any information gained regarding the company and its personnel.
- Implement and maintain company safety procedures throughout the development process to ensure minimal risk to personnel.
- Ensure a quality system of work is in place to allow the quality of the works to be monitored.
- Where appropriate, obtain accurate Operating & Maintenance Manuals for the on-site maintenance team.
- Action any other duties as required by the Senior Project Manager.
What can we offer you?
On offer is a competitive salary, 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 WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are we looking for?
- Demonstrable & varied experience in delivering Lifecycle and Variation Projects.
- Experience of delivering in challenging environments such as or like healthcare and Education.
- Thorough understanding of the principles of project management.
- Awareness of Confidentiality
- Demonstrate good team working
- Comprehensive Administrative experience in a busy office environment
- Sound organisational/co-ordination skills
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook & Access.
- Good Health & Safety knowledge
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 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.
Defects Project Manager
Equans is looking for a Defects Project Manager to join our team in Birmingham on an 18-month fixed term contract. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
As part of the Project Management team you will take full accountability for the delivery of Defect related projects or assist in the proving of defects under the FMA Contract. As part of this you will be expected to manage the P&L and H&S for your projects from concept to completion with the support from the PFP Lead PM and Head of Projects. Your role will be fundamental to the efficient delivery of Defect projects to support the SPV (Client) who you will build relationships with as part of your role. You will be expected to work well with the remainder of the team and support the wider Operational team to support the business in its Contractual delivery, while maintaining a strong Contractual position specifically around CDM.
This role is fundamental to the delivery of all projects and lifecycle works on behalf of Equans and the Client. Meeting the Clients needs and ensuring works are delivered within budget and on time is paramount and the post holder needs to reflect this in the day-day operations. All projects must ensure a favourable financial return.
We are looking for a driven individual to add expertise and dimension to the team at the Hospital. The individual will be able to demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in responding to a changing workload and business imperatives while able to establish excellent working relationships within the existing team and clients alike. Experience within a contractual, KPI-driven environment and exposure to a hospital PFI environment a pre-requisite.
What will you deliver?
- Full Profit & Loss responsibility for your delivered projects & life cycle works
- Build and sustain strong relationship with relevant stakeholders (Trust / SPV) at management level to ensure the delivery of the defect projects
- Work with the wider Project, Life cycle and operational teams to ensure all work is carried out efficiently to minimise disruption to the Trusts
- Ensure on time delivery and margin optimisation is achieved for all projects
- Support all phases of the project, from initial request to close out, to meet all contractual requirements
- Support the Lead PFP PM with processes and governance across the site which will make the Queen Elizabeth contract a Centre of Excellence across the business area
- Continually refining the project delivery model to ensure the right resources and approach is deployed and optimised for each project
- Make sure project risks are identified and managed through effective mitigation measures. Manage the implementation of designated projects. Ensure the project plan is maintained from inception to completion
- Monitoring and communicating project financial performance and administration to the Lead PM so that you can review targets against budget
- Oversee and support your team to co-ordinate operatives, suppliers in a planned and controlled manner ensuring efficiency and minimising costs
- Implement and comply with Equans policies and procedures, all legal requirements and best practice within Equans Group's including regular safety inspections within the allocated business area
- Detailed discussions with Trust staff and careful planning are required to ensure that works can proceed with the minimum of disruption to building users
- Ensure as necessary, all drawings, specifications and tender documents are prepared. Must adhere to requirements to be compliant with all statutory requirements including Health and safety
- Check and comment on designs and specifications provided by consultants for larger capital projects
- Monitor working procedures and performance of suppliers with particular regard to health and safety. Liaise closely with Technical Services, and Estates Maintenance Managers to assist with monitoring and performance measurement
- Responsible for undertaking work in any other building/property/location as required
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?
- Proven background in FM, maintenance delivery, and the PFI environment
- A strong Project Manager, who will have a proven track record working in Healthcare and delivering projects in a live environment
- Strong Commercial awareness will be needed to manage and flow Supplier Contracts downstream
- Ability to show understanding of Local Authority legislation, Planning Applications, Fire and Building Regulations Approvals
- High level of verbal, written and numeric skills and must be computer literate. A sound knowledge of standard spreadsheet packages and computerized estates and project management systems
- Must be able to work with all stakeholders and operational staff, be self-motivating, able to work on own initiative, liaise and delegate effectively with staff operating in a multi-disciplinary environment
- A sound knowledge of building and engineering services design and associated British Standards
- A sound knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act, the Construction Design and Management Regulations and other relevant statutory requirements will be required
- Able to demonstrate a sound understanding of technical and estates and building issues in the provision of construction, maintenance and FM services
- Financially aware and able to use Equans finance software (Coupa) to support the team in the delivery of projects
- HNC /HND or equivalent qualification in a building or engineering discipline
- Considerable experience operating in the public and/or private sector with a demonstrable track record of directly managing small works within a large and complex estate is essential
This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.
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 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.
Fabric Manager
Equans is looking for a Fabric Manager to join our team in Stoke on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance, bonus and benefits package.
The role holder will be responsible for the performance of Equans engineers / sub-contractors and maintaining Equans and industry standards within the Stoke Schools PFI contract. To provide advice, guidance and support to both client and engineering teams to ensure appropriate and compliant solutions and efficient customer service delivery.
What will you deliver?
- Day to day management of Planned Preventative/Reactive Maintenance, ensuring the estate remains statutory compliant.
- Client liaison - providing effective communication to the client and the schools within the contract.
- Overall management of permanent, temporary and contract engineering staff.
- Management and control of Fabric maintenance operations across the contract.
- Report on service management in association with contract terms and conditions.
- Ensure all jobs are managed within budget of the contract and provide technical support for the submission of extra works / quotations.
- Ensure all technical elements of the contract meet the client’s requirements.
- Management of Sub-contractors.
- Ensure that a consistent level of service delivery is provided
- Innovative management to meet changing business or operational circumstances.
- General support and advice concerning Fabric issues
- Understand changes in Fabric legislation and regulations and implement at account level as required
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 2x 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?
- Time served (C&G) Fabric qualifications.
- Good working knowledge of building trades
- Health & Safety knowledge and experience within occupied premises
- Good communication skills
- IOSH
- IPAF / PASMA Qualification (desirable)
- Good IT skills
- An understand the priorities, plan and organise the work and manage own time to deliver within the expected timescales.
- Confident in own ability and is motivated to deliver, using opportunities to further develop.
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 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.