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Project and Business Manager Naval

The Naval Project and Business Manager will ensure the smooth execution of the naval program in the Singapore and Malaysia region. In coordination with the sales department, they will be responsible for supporting the sales process, prospecting, acquiring, and managing clients, while leveraging advanced technical expertise. Additionally, they will provide guidance on our range of solutions within the naval navigation sector.

Responsibility:

Manage the contractual relationship with clients:

• Ensure the follow-up and consideration of contractual requirements.
• Guarantee the quality of deliverables in accordance with the quality policy.
• Manage risks, budget, and billing

Manage the technical relationship with clients:

• Respond to clients' technical requests, relying on internal expertise.
• Oversee internal technical activities to ensure cost, schedule, and client satisfaction requirements are met.
• Monitor specific developments.

Ensure and Develop Naval Market:

• Occasionally participate in responding to tenders for our clients.
• Develop a business plan to target the market.
• Collaborate with marketing, technical, and sales teams to build strategies for Naval expansion in the region.
• Identify and prospect new markets and growth opportunities, in support of the commercial team.
• Participate in trade shows, conferences, and events to promote Exail products and services.
• Conduct competitive intelligence and analyze market trends in the region to anticipate developments and opportunities.

Requirement:

• Electronic Engineering degree.
• Proven experience in Bid or project management Naval defense sector.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluent in English is essential; knowledge of French languages is a plus.
• Availability for frequent international travel.

Summary

Lead and oversee the execution of large-scale events and conferences. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of event planning, coordination and delivery, ensuring the seamless organisation of high-profile functions that support the clients' marketing and communications objectives.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and implement comprehensive event plans, including budgeting, scheduling, vendor management and on-site coordination
• Liaise with cross-functional teams, clients and external suppliers to guarantee the successful delivery of events
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, troubleshoot issues and implement contingency plans as needed
• Measure and analyse event performance, providing detailed post-event reports and recommendations for improvement
• Manage a team of event coordinators, providing guidance, mentorship and performance feedback
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance the company's event capabilities

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5 years' experience in event project management, preferably within the marketing & communications field
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale, high-profile events to a consistently high standard
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritise and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the confidence to liaise with clients and suppliers
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a solutions-focused mindset to overcome challenges
• Proficient in event management software and tools
• Relevant tertiary qualification in event management, marketing or a related discipline

About the role:

• Liaise with client's representatives on all site matters with proper documentation.
• Deal effectively with all consultants, construction teams, and relevant authorities.
• Provide leadership and direction on all project operations and activities such as the design, plan, schedule, scope and budget
• Manage and ensure completion of assigned upgrading / Additional & Alteration (A&A) works in accordance to the client’s expectation within the timeline and budget
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.
• Liaise closely with sub-contractors, architects, consultants, and relevant authorities to ensure the smooth execution of project.
• Ensure that works are executed in accordance with approved plans/drawings and in accordance with contract specification.
• Able to chair project kick-off meetings, progress meeting and all other project related meetings with clients, consultants, and other parties.
• Able to prepare tender document including the estimated price value and specification write up.
• Preparation & Monitoring of project progress claim, variation, and final accounts daily/weekly for all parties.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews to ensure that required work is satisfactorily performed and completed by certified consultants.
• Any other related duties that may be assigned

About You:

• Degree / Diploma / Higher Nitec in Building Services / Facilities Maintenance or Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 2 to 3 years relevant experience in property / estate / facilities management or building / facilities maintenance
• Possess good communication skills in liaising with both internal and external stakeholders

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

About the Role

We are looking for a seasoned Finance professional to take on an important role in driving excellence across the areas of Financial Planning and Analysis as well as compliance with corporate polices and procedures, and statutory requirements. He/She will oversee the budgeting and forecasting processes for the Group. He/She will perform timely and comprehensive variance analysis to identify key causes of business variances for performance measurement purposes. He/She is a subject matter expert in Financial Reporting and Accounting Standards and will be appointed as the designated key person for the ERP system implementation / integration / improvement. This is an ideal opportunity for a proactive finance professional with a strategic mindset and a great step for anyone aspiring to move into a future Financial Controller role.

Duties will include:

• Oversee all aspects of Financial Planning and Analysis functions including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including annual reporting, ASX compliance, BAS, audit and taxation.
• Business partnering with other departments to ensure financial goals are achieved.
• Advise management on Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) including researching on new/changes to FRS that may impact the Group.
• Manage the ERP system and be the key contact person for any upgrading, migration and integration projects.
• Assist in month-end/quarter-end/half-yearly/year-end closing and reporting.
• Any other ad-hoc duties or projects assigned.

Your Skills & Experience

You will have proven Finance experience in a commercial environment and a skillset including:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent.
• CA qualified
• At least 5 -7 years of working experience with at least 3 - 5 years working in Big 4 audit firms.
• Conversant in FRS and Statutory Reporting requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Netsuite is highly desirable.
• Strong ability to deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Extensive experience in managing financial controls, policies, and procedures, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• Proficiency in managing financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, cost control, and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing high-performing teams in complex and fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with a proven ability to work effectively with complex stakeholder groups
• Singaporean or PR

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, document, and analyze business requirements. Understand and translate business needs into clear and concise specifications.

Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data from various sources to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can inform business decisions and strategies.

Process Mapping: Document current and future state business processes, identifying areas for optimization and efficiency improvements.

Feasibility Studies: Assess the feasibility of proposed projects, considering factors like cost, time, and resource constraints. Provide recommendations based on these assessments.

Solution Design: Work with cross-functional teams to design and develop solutions that address business needs. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical solutions.

Business Case Development: Create business cases and cost-benefit analyses to support project proposals and justify investments in new initiatives.

Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop test plans, conduct testing, and validate that the implemented solutions meet the specified requirements and function correctly.

Change Management: Assist in the development of change management plans and strategies to ensure smooth transitions and user adoption of new systems and processes.

Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate communication between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring a shared understanding of project objectives and progress.

Reporting and Documentation: Produce reports, documentation, and presentations that communicate findings, recommendations, and project status to various audiences.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, IT, or a related field (some roles may require a master's degree).

Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with data.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in business analysis tools and techniques.

Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).

Familiarity with relevant software and technology.

Certification in business analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) may be preferred or required in some organizations.

Experience:

Entry-level positions may require minimal to no prior experience.

Mid-level positions typically require 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Senior or lead roles may require 5+ years of experience and a track record of successfully leading complex projects.

Responsibilities:
• Manages and leads a program involving one or more functions and project teams to drive the engineering development and implementation process for a subsystem or component of a product or service offering.
• Develop schedules, critical deliverables, budget, resource allocation plan, and other support requirements for assigned program.
• Coordinates activities of supporting project teams and internal and external development partners; tracks progress against established plan and makes decisions to alter or update schedule and resource allocation to meet product requirements and development schedule.
• Communicates program progress, escalations, and issue analysis to product stakeholders; collaborates with management and internal manufacturing and development partners to implement changes to product, process, or program plan to resolve escalated issues, produce solutions, and ensure adherence to budgets and established product roadmaps and schedules.
• Leads and provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced staff members.
• Work closely with the system team and ODM for the commodity qualification plan/IUR configuration arrangement and resource review to complete the qualification on time.
• Tracing the commodity qualification status and working with the engineering team for issue debugging and solution implementation.
• Join the core team meeting to communicate the commodity status to the system team and highlight the critical issues.
• Create the mitigation plan for shortage risk.
• Work with the system team / ODM and coordinate cross-functional team to arrange resources to achieve the urgent qualification request.

Education and Experience Required:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business management, Engineering, Computer Sciences, or equivalent.
• PMP/PMI certification preferred.
• Typically, 4-6 years’ experience. (with Panel or Camera or Battery industry field is plus)

Knowledge and Skills:
• Using project planning tools and software packages to create, manage, and track project results.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and directing matrixed teams and resources.
• Ability to create and manage program schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
Ability to effectively communicate program plans, proposals, and results, and negotiate options at management levels

Responsibilities:

• Work on RFPs and Tenders and to prepare for submission and presentation.
• Lead and manage projects by working collaboratively with client and support teams from start till end of project.
• Liaise and coordinate with support team and subcontractors on project requirements.
• Plan & manage overall project schedule.
• Manage project budget & cost control.
• Control site management
• Administer routine management reporting & updates.

Requirements:

• At least 4-5 years of working experience with proven track records in project management.
• Strong knowledge of construction details, materials, methodology, building and regulatory standards.
• Possess meticulous and strong planning and co-ordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to perform under tight schedules and deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Good managerial and interpersonal skills.

The main responsibilities include:

• Project coordination

• Stakeholder communication

• Change management and training

• Monitoring and tracking progress

• Documentation and reporting

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting in planning and scheduling project timelines, tasks and deliverables

• Supporting project team in meeting deadlines, monitoring task completion and ensuring smooth project flow

• Maintaining and organizing project documentation, including plans and business requirements

• Preparing status reports and presentations for management

• Developing training resources with the vendor’s support

• Engaging key stakeholders to ensure they are informed and supportive of the change through regular communications

• Driving change management strategies and plans, including coordinating communication and training programs to help users adapt to the new system features

• Handling and responding to user inquiries and issues reported for the product via various communication channels like emails and calls

• Helping users resolve issues with the product by following the FAQs guide

• Escalating unresolved issues to senior staff or business teams when necessary

• Meeting performance metrics like call handling time, customer satisfaction scores, and issue resolution rates

• Maintaining accurate records of all communications and resolutions for future reference

• Working with other team members, supervisors or departments to ensure efficient service operations

What we are looking for

• Experience with change management for implementation of new systems and/or customer engagement

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving, patience and attention to detail

• Proficiency with basic computer skills

• Strong listening skills and empathy

• Project management skills will be an added advantage

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Strong time management and multitasking abilities

• Knowledge of Singapore Government procurement and governance processes will be an added advantage.

• Knowledge of design thinking and workshop facilitation will be an added advantage.

Project Officer needed in Newbury

The rate is £43.55ph PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: 5258422

The successful candidate will be acting as Project Officer in delivering a construction related capital projects and annual capital maintenance programme (CMP). They will utilise and implement effective use of the Project Management Methodology in delivery of capital projects and will assist in developing a 3 year programme of capital maintenance works.

They will report and present project progress at monthly project review meetings using the project management templates status and cost updates on all allocated projects. They will provide professional advice and service to all clients and customers and continuously improve and assist in ensuring all key performance indicators and other set objectives are exceeded where possible.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Balfour Beatty Living Places works in long-term partnerships with local authorities to create great places to live, work and play. We actively engage with local people to understand the needs of the communities we work in and shape the places where local economies can thrive and grow. As a leader in sustainable working, diversity, and social value, we use our expertise to bring real, positive change for our customers.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

About the role

Own your career, and you can build something to be proud of at Balfour Beatty. By joining our Living Places team as a Project Manager in East Sussex. You’ll work with true experts who’ll share their knowledge and provide support, encouragement, and invaluable feedback so you never stop learning. Bring us your capability, and we’ll help you take it much, much further.

To have overall accountability for successful project delivery of capital works schemes including initiation, planning, design, delivery, monitoring, commissioning and handover/close out.

What you'll be doing

• Hold periodic project reviews (PRM) and update the Digital Briefcase in accordance with GBL.
• Initiates good scope/information/configuration management principles.
• Responsible for the safety and welfare of the public, employees, and supply chain
• Lead risk/opportunity reviews, present the Risk Register and recommend/implement changes.
• Manage subcontractors, including monitoring of contractor attendance and progress, providing direct instruction and support as necessary, such that contractual arrangements are achieved.
• Develop, implement, review, and periodically update resource loaded schedules.
• Ensure that expenditure is in line with the budget and that resources are utilised efficiently to ensure cost control.
• Advocate consistency and reliability of digital data to support successful project delivery – data driven decisions.

Who we're looking for

• Able to demonstrate a track record of project delivery.
• Good understanding of the standard forms of contracts
• Proficient in commercial/project management communications
• Experience in implementing safe systems of work.
• Member of a professional management body i.e. APM
• Proficient on O365
• Formal qualification (BSc/MSc) in management/construction or experience equivalent.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Living Places works in long-term partnerships with local authorities to create great places to live, work and play. We actively engage with local people to understand the needs of the communities we work in and shape the places where local economies can thrive and grow. As a leader in sustainable working, diversity, and social value, we use our expertise to bring real, positive change for our customers.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Description:

• Assistant to Project Lead to manage and coordinate with CSIS vendors or Citi business stakeholders inclusive of attending/ initiating meetings and all to ensure we meet the scheduled timeline, stakeholders’ expectations, facilitate on the testing programs for the newly installed security systems
• Conduct site inspections and assesses the condition of the facility as well as propose the necessary requirements per Citi Security Standards
• Coordinate and facilitate our Citi Business stakeholders and provide guidance on the access card submissions and approvals etc.
• Conduct inventory checks for all completed projects, reviewing of floorplan system plotting diagram and updates. Supporting role function on finance administration mainly on project expense tracking
• Leading the execution works onsite, supervising the vendors and may also be the overall lead for small independent project works

Requirement:

• Minimum of at least 1 year working experience
• Minimum High School/ Diploma in any faculty
• Security certifications will be desirable
• Good communication, coordination skills both spoken and written. Able to command and manage vendors/ suppliers
• Must be able to work under a fast-paced environment, aggressive culture, and timeline
• Basic knowledge on security systems i.e. access control, CCTV, IDS
• Fundamentals of physical security and security system installation

Application Management Analyst needed in Hackney

The rate is £160.97 per day PAYE

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1413938

The successful candidate will be acting as key contact and coach for internal team to investigate and resolve user support queries and apply changes in response to ad hoc requests, liaising with MHR support desk where appropriate:

They will need experience of system build/ system administration in iTrent HR & Payroll system:

• Understanding and experience of handling organisation and payroll system configuration and maintenance
• Security access administration (setting up, testing & applying function & data accesses, setting up and maintaining user records)
• Experience of configuring/ supporting users with Employee & Manager Self Service (electric theme) including payslips, absence - plus ideally time & expenses, learning & development
• Experience of investigating queries from back office operational teams (payroll, HR, pensions)
• Experience of configuring/maintaining batches and workflows
• Experience of system reports and auditing function
• Experience of configuring new functions and administering system upgrades.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website