1,572 Hiring Managers jobs in the United Kingdom

Your Design Expertise. Our Water Vision. One Powerful Partnership.

Are you ready to make a splash in the world of water infrastructure? With the AMP8 investment cycle now in full swing, we invite you to explore exciting Design Manager roles across a variety of water frameworks and locations!

Join us in partnering with some of the UK's most influential water clients to deliver transformative projects that impact millions of lives. From innovative clean water systems to critical wastewater solutions, your expertise can help shape the future!

Our Esteemed Clients Include:

• United Utilities (North West, from Crewe to Carlisle)
• Yorkshire Water (Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, Derbyshire)
• Severn Trent (From Mid-Wales to West & East-Midlands)
• Anglian Water (East Anglia, from Lincolnshire to Essex)
• Thames Water (Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Essex, Kent, and Greater London)
• Wessex Water (Dorset, Somerset, Bristol)
• Southern Water (Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight)
• South West Water (Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset)

With projects spanning almost the entire UK, there's a strong chance we've got the perfect Design role for you!

About You:

• Ready to lead the design of the UK's next generation of water infrastructure? No problem - we'll support your transition into Kier !
• We value potential and welcome transferrable skills!
• If you have previous experience in the water industry, we want to hear from you!

We're recruiting across a range of design roles, from experienced specialists to senior design leaders.

In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in delivering smart, sustainable, and technically robust solutions that drive efficiency, reduce carbon, and conserve water. Working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll help shape innovative water and wastewater projects from concept design through to construction, commissioning, and final handover.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a passionate, expert team in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors .
• We're genuinely invested in your career growth , offering tailored training and development opportunities.
• Enjoy an excellent variety of benefits designed to enhance your work-life balance.
• Experience flexible and agile working options to support your lifestyle and commitments.

If you're ready to elevate your career, make a real difference, and be part of something monumental — we want to hear from you!

Register Your Interest Today!

Our pipeline of water projects is growing rapidly, and so is our demand for talented individuals like you! Click ‘Apply' to register your interest today.

Even if a role isn't immediately available, the perfect opportunity could be just around the corner. We’d love to stay connected so you’re first in line when it is.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We're proud of the steps we've taken, but we know there's always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, using their experiences to influence our policies.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

#LI-AS1

Design Managers

Your Design Expertise. Our Water Vision. One Powerful Partnership.

With the AMP8 investment cycle now in full swing, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of the UK's most vital infrastructure. We're actively inviting expressions of interest for Design Manager roles across a wide range of water frameworks and locations.

We've partnered with some of the UK's most influential water clients to deliver transformative projects that impact millions of lives, from innovative clean water systems to critical wastewater solutions.

Our clients include: ·

• United Utilities (North West, from Crewe to Carlisle)
• Yorkshire Water (Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, Derbyshire)
• Severn Trent (From Mid-Wales to West & East-Midlands)
• Anglian Water (East Anglia, from Lincolnshire to Essex)
• Thames Water (Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Essex, Kent, and Greater London)
• Wessex Water (Dorset, Somerset, Bristol)
• Southern Water (Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight)
• South West Water (Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset)

With projects spanning almost the entire UK, there's a strong chance we've got the perfect Design role for you!

About you:

• Ready to lead the design of the UK's next generation of water infrastructure? No problem - we'll support your transition into Kier !
• We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome!
• If you've got previous experience within the water industry, we would love to hear from you

We're recruiting across a range of design roles, from experienced specialists to senior design leaders.

You'll play a pivotal role in delivering smart, sustainable, and technically robust solutions that drive efficiency, reduce carbon, and conserve water.

Working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll help shape innovative water and wastewater projects, from concept design through to construction, commissioning, and final handover.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a passionate, expert team in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors
• We're genuinely invested in your career growth , offering tailored training, career development, and the support you need to thrive
• An excellent variety of benefits - take a closer look here .
• Flexible and agile working available to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and commitments, because we know life doesn't stop at work.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, make a real difference, and be part of something truly monumental — we want to hear from you.

Register your interest today!

Our pipeline of water projects is growing rapidly, and so is our demand for talented people like you! Click ‘Apply' to register your interest today.

While a role might not be immediately available, the perfect opportunity could be just around the corner, and we'd love to stay connected so you're first in line when it is.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

#LI-AS1

Design Managers

Your Design Expertise. Our Water Vision. One Powerful Partnership.

With the AMP8 investment cycle now in full swing, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of the UK's most vital infrastructure. We're actively inviting expressions of interest for Design Manager roles across a wide range of water frameworks and locations.

We've partnered with some of the UK's most influential water clients to deliver transformative projects that impact millions of lives, from innovative clean water systems to critical wastewater solutions.

Our clients include: ·

• United Utilities (North West, from Crewe to Carlisle)
• Yorkshire Water (Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, Derbyshire)
• Severn Trent (From Mid-Wales to West & East-Midlands)
• Anglian Water (East Anglia, from Lincolnshire to Essex)
• Thames Water (Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Essex, Kent, and Greater London)
• Wessex Water (Dorset, Somerset, Bristol)
• Southern Water (Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight)
• South West Water (Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset)

With projects spanning almost the entire UK, there's a strong chance we've got the perfect Design role for you!

About you:

• Ready to lead the design of the UK's next generation of water infrastructure? No problem - we'll support your transition into Kier !
• We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome!
• If you've got previous experience within the water industry, we would love to hear from you

We're recruiting across a range of design roles, from experienced specialists to senior design leaders.

You'll play a pivotal role in delivering smart, sustainable, and technically robust solutions that drive efficiency, reduce carbon, and conserve water.

Working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll help shape innovative water and wastewater projects, from concept design through to construction, commissioning, and final handover.

Why Join Us?

• Work alongside a passionate, expert team in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors
• We're genuinely invested in your career growth , offering tailored training, career development, and the support you need to thrive
• An excellent variety of benefits - take a closer look here .
• Flexible and agile working available to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and commitments, because we know life doesn't stop at work.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, make a real difference, and be part of something truly monumental — we want to hear from you.

Register your interest today!

Our pipeline of water projects is growing rapidly, and so is our demand for talented people like you! Click ‘Apply' to register your interest today.

While a role might not be immediately available, the perfect opportunity could be just around the corner, and we'd love to stay connected so you're first in line when it is.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

#LI-AS1

Project Manager | Main Contractor | Modular
Stansted Airport
Temp to perm - 350 - 380 a day
Start November 2025

** Project Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **

The Company:
The Main Contractor specialise in Modular build Projects , within Airports / Hospitals / School environments. Installing Mass Modular Units, and fitting out interiors , of modules going in.

The Candidate:
They are looking for a Project Manager someone who has great attention to detail , happy to be involved with precon, procurement & so on. This will be liaising with Client, adopting programme and keeping project to budget & programme. Managing Sub-contractors, & overseeing site team.

They are looking for a Project Manager with strong All-round experience in the Main Contracting Sector. Ideally someone who has experience in overseeing Modular Projects.

The Project:
The Contractor are building a New Bus Terminal Air Side at Standsted Airport , Modular Build 60 units , which will be the temporary holding of passengers .

Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Project Manager:
Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
Overall responsibility of all site operations.
Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.

• Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.

Implementation of the company procedures on site
Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
Good all round building experience on projects from 1m - 10m.
Time spent with previous employers is important
Design & Build Experience

On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a privately owned main contractor, where the owners are personable, supportive and allow the managers to manage and be themselves.

If this Project manager position in Stansted is of interest, or you just wish to have a confidential about your current situation, then please feel free to email (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)

To view all of our current Project Manager positions in London, Kent or nationwide, then please visit our website; (url removed) or register for alerts on our App (available on the App Store and on Google play).

Design Managers Your Design Expertise. Our Water Vision. One Powerful Partnership. With the AMP8 investment cycle now in full swing, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of the UK's most vital infrastructure. We're actively inviting expressions of interest for Design Manager roles across a wide range of water frameworks and locations. We've partnered with some of the UK's most influential water clients to deliver transformative projects that impact millions of lives, from innovative clean water systems to critical wastewater solutions. Our clients include: · United Utilities (North West, from Crewe to Carlisle) Yorkshire Water (Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire, Derbyshire) Severn Trent (From Mid-Wales to West & East-Midlands) Anglian Water (East Anglia, from Lincolnshire to Essex) Thames Water (Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Essex, Kent, and Greater London) Wessex Water (Dorset, Somerset, Bristol) Southern Water (Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight) South West Water (Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset) With projects spanning almost the entire UK, there's a strong chance we've got the perfect Design role for you! About you: Ready to lead the design of the UK's next generation of water infrastructure? No problem - we'll support your transition into Kier ! We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! If you've got previous experience within the water industry, we would love to hear from you We're recruiting across a range of design roles, from experienced specialists to senior design leaders. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering smart, sustainable, and technically robust solutions that drive efficiency, reduce carbon, and conserve water. Working as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, you'll help shape innovative water and wastewater projects, from concept design through to construction, commissioning, and final handover. Why Join Us? Work alongside a passionate, expert team in one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors We're genuinely invested in your career growth , offering tailored training, career development, and the support you need to thrive An excellent variety of benefits - take a closer look here . Flexible and agile working available to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and commitments, because we know life doesn't stop at work. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, make a real difference, and be part of something truly monumental — we want to hear from you. Register your interest today! Our pipeline of water projects is growing rapidly, and so is our demand for talented people like you! Click ‘Apply' to register your interest today. While a role might not be immediately available, the perfect opportunity could be just around the corner, and we'd love to stay connected so you're first in line when it is. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. LI-AS1

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Nursery Manager or Director, looking for your next exciting adventure?

We are looking for three exceptional Nursery Managers to join a group of thriving nurseries in the beautiful Channel Islands. One role is to manage an existing nursery, another to manage a new nursery, and one to cover maternity.

You will ideally have 4-5 years’ experience at management level, together with a minimum Level 3 in childcare (or ideally level 5 for the more senior role).  You must have good commercial experience with P&L, budgets and staff rotas, plus the ambition and drive to succeed and progress. Experience in inspections with outstanding outcomes would also be advantageous.

You will be fully supported in your journey to the Channel Islands, a safe and beautiful part of the UK to live. You will benefit from an impressive salary with the potential for bonus payments, a relocation package and a license to bring your family over to work. 

Benefits:

• Excellent salary (£45,(Apply online only)-£5,(Apply online only) pa, plus up to 5,(Apply online only) bonus potential)
• Support with relocation
• Working in the beautiful Channels Islands
• Bonuses for hitting targets

Skills and requirements:

• The right to work in the UK
• DBS on the update service (or willing to apply)
• Commercial experience
• Level 3 minimum in Childcare
• Inspirational, driven and passionate
• 4-5 years Nursery Management experience.

Working in the Channel Islands is an easier transition than you might think so if you feel you have the relevant skills, experience and passion, we would love to hear from you. We can talk through how it all works in the Channel Islands, and give you all the information and tools you will need to succeed out there.

At Red Lester we specialise in supporting schools and nurseries in the Channel Islands to find the right teachers within the EYES, primary, secondary, FE and SEN sectors. We offer you the opportunity to work in the most beautiful islands within the UK, supporting you from initial application right through to starting their new role and settling into life on the Island.

Project Manager | Main Contractor | Modular
Stansted Airport
Temp to perm - 350 - 380 a day
Start November 2025

** Project Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **

The Company:
The Main Contractor specialise in Modular build Projects , within Airports / Hospitals / School environments. Installing Mass Modular Units, and fitting out interiors , of modules going in.

The Candidate:
They are looking for a Project Manager someone who has great attention to detail , happy to be involved with precon, procurement & so on. This will be liaising with Client, adopting programme and keeping project to budget & programme. Managing Sub-contractors, & overseeing site team.

They are looking for a Project Manager with strong All-round experience in the Main Contracting Sector. Ideally someone who has experience in overseeing Modular Projects.

The Project:
The Contractor are building a New Bus Terminal Air Side at Standsted Airport , Modular Build 60 units , which will be the temporary holding of passengers .

Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Project Manager:
Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
Overall responsibility of all site operations.
Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.

• Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.

Implementation of the company procedures on site
Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
Good all round building experience on projects from 1m - 10m.
Time spent with previous employers is important
Design & Build Experience

On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a privately owned main contractor, where the owners are personable, supportive and allow the managers to manage and be themselves.

If this Project manager position in Stansted is of interest, or you just wish to have a confidential about your current situation, then please feel free to email (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)

To view all of our current Project Manager positions in London, Kent or nationwide, then please visit our website; (url removed) or register for alerts on our App (available on the App Store and on Google play).

**What if you could shape a career as unique as you?**
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
**A little more about your role.**
You will play a pivotal role in Cost Management and Assurance as well as pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying (QS) services to our prestige clients - across a range of sectors. Projects are always diverse and unique with a wide range of scale and complexity. Our clients are always prestige organisations demanding high standards and requiring high skillsets.
Depending on seniority and experience you could be involved in delivering projects, leading a QS/commercial team, as well as training and mentoring staff, bid writing, winning work, people leadership and management, representing WSP UK at industry events, etc.
**Your Team**
You will join a diverse, growing team of Cost Managers Quantity Surveyors, and Commercial Managers, and other related professionals working across multiple sectors. Currently we are expanding in several sectors (Water, Defence and Offshore Energy). We have many opportunities here, so we'd really like to talk to you if you are in the Water Sector and wish to grow with us.
You will be based in one of our Southern Hub Offices at: London (Canary Wharf); Guildford, or Cambridge.
At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, whilst developing and expanding your career within a global company - one with multiple UK and international offices with access to reach back into our world-class, worldwide teams and markets.
**We'd love to hear from you if you have**
_Essential_
+ MRICS, Assoc RICS or MCICES or working towards a professional qualification
+ Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience around some QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions
+ Where applicable, have demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at senior level
_Desirable_
+ Possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
+ Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
+ Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards one.
+ Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the or public sector and/or experience on water, generation or heavy industry projects
+ Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations
+ Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
+ Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification
+ Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
+ Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
+ Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
+ Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts and other industry standard forms of contract
+ Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
+ Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation - particularly in all or some of the following sectors: Water Highways, Infrastructure, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Petrochemical, Process Engineering and Energy
**Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.**
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#LI-JC3**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

Join Us at Kier Mechanical & Electrical (KME)!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Kier Mechanical & Electrical (KME) is on the lookout for talented professionals in the mechanical and electrical engineering space. We are a vital part of the Kier Group, and we invite expressions of interest for exciting future opportunities in the South Coast, Southampton area.

About Us

As an internal MEP self-delivery design and build business, KME supports Kier's regional construction projects across the UK. We tackle some of the most complex and challenging projects within our Strategic Projects division, delivering excellence in core sectors such as:

• Custodial
• Commercial
• Health
• Science
• Defence
• Education

Current Opportunities

We are gearing up to recruit for the following positions:

• MEP Site Managers
• MEP Senior Site Managers
• Construction Managers

Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

Why Join KME?

At KME, you’ll be part of a high-performing, collaborative team working on technically complex and meaningful projects. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Access to career development and progression within the Kier Group
• Contributing to projects that make a real difference in communities across the UK

How to Get Involved

If you’re interested in joining us and developing your career within Kier, we encourage you to apply and register your interest today! Our dedicated recruitment team will follow up with you to provide further details on these exciting opportunities and expected timelines.

When applying, please specify the job position you’re interested in, your desired work location, and any additional information you’d like us to know, such as your openness to relocating. We value flexibility, so let us know if you have any flexible working requirements, and we will do our best to accommodate them. A valid UK driving license is essential.

We believe in finding potential, and transferable skills are always welcome! Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our brilliant team a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Explore the range of benefits available to you!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, making our workplace diverse and inclusive is a top priority. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken so far, but we know there’s always more to do. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and their experiences help us improve our policies.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application and welcoming you to our team! #joinkier #LI-AS2