Morson International |
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Stableford Hall , Eccles , Manchester , M30 8AP |
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Cost Engineer/Forecaster |
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Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria |
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| Job number |
107326847 |
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04/07/2008 (15:03) |
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Morson International |
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Independent, risk based assessments of non-competitive quotations and general costing advice. Support to pricing negotiations, including the agreement of prices where delegated. Supporting the Cost Forecasting team activities.
The Secondary purpose of the post is to support Cost Assurance Service (CAS) and its Management Board.
DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Communication with internal and external customers and the satisfaction of their accountancy requirements in the following areas:
Estimates of prime costs, analysis of recorded records, assessments of contractors systems, learning trends, and risk analysis.
When specifically delegated by Commercial groups agree prime/works costs with industry. Final negotiations and agreements will be done with a Section Leader. Support to CAS Accountants during overhead investigations involving investigation of the Questionnaire on the Method of Allocation of Costs (QMAC), estimates of the overhead recovery base, indirect costs and direct labour rates.
The post costing of contracts.
Liaise with customers and appropriate staff to ensure that the detail requirement is clearly defined and that proposals are satisfactory. Initiate through the section leader Inter Team Working (ITW) requests.
Interface with industry at the appropriate level to ensure that CAS requirements are understood and complied with.
Represent CAS at contract pricing and clarification meetings.
Prepare draft reports of the results of the investigation.
Targeting work output to fulfil the objectives of the CAS as set our in the current Business Plan.
Regular planning, updating of programme to meet customer/management priorities.
Use MS office software packages particularly Word and EXCEL in the execution of their work, and the bespoke IT packages for estimating databases and Variation Order processing.
Support to the section leader on policy issues.
In carrying out these duties the post holder is required to travel in UK when required, which will require overnight accommodation.
Ensure the efficient and effective management of CAS Barrow resources.
Targeting work output to fulfil the objectives of the CAS as set out in the current CAS L&M Pricing Business Plan.
Actively apply CAS policies and standards.
Promote continuous improvement and innovation.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE.
The post holder will need the following skills/attributes:
Working as a team member
Communicating & Influencing
Analysing and Using Evidence
Managing Customers and Suppliers
Planning & Management Resources to Deliver Business Results
Programme & Project Management
MUST HAVE UK WORK PERMIT
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Contract |
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3 months (renewable) |
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July 2008 |
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| Contact name |
John Pringle |
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BAR04072008/001 |
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Business Improvement Manager |
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Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria |
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£450/day (Ltd) |
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107325885 |
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04/07/2008 (11:55) |
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Morson International |
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Our client is a global defence company delivering a full range of products and service
for air, land and naval forces, as well as
advance electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services.
Their strategy is to deliver sustainable growth
in shareholder value by being the premier global defence and aerospace
company.
Role and Responsibilities:
Delivery, Facilitation and Championing of Business Transformation activities.
Identify improvement opportunities and solutions using recognised Business Improvement methodologies.
Plan, lead and deliver solutions cross-functionally.
Assist the individual functions to define and deliver a business improvement plan.
Adopt appropriate communications techniques and media to suit audience.
Display a robust and detailed project management method to co-ordinate the plan deployment.
Monitor and adjust the effects of improvement using techniques such as 'plan,do,check,act (PDCA)
Identify appropriate metrics or KPI's
Demonstrate following behaviours; Persuasion, Drive, Interest, Co-operation,
Open, Direct, Focussed, Innovative.
Requirements:
10 years experience in a managerial roll in a manufacturing company
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5 years hands on experience in a business improvement/business transformation
environment.
Proven track record in communication across a broad cross section.
Demonstrable previous experience in Business Improvement methods such as Lean Manufacturing
or Six Sigma.
Demonstrable Change Management and Change Leadership experience.
Experience from industries outside shipbuilding.
Flexible approach and ability to work outside the natural area of expertise.
Demonstrable experience in Project Management and delivery.
Usual IT literacy, driving licence etc
MUST HAVE UK WORK PERMIT.
Role is based in Barrow-in-Furness, south Cumbria.
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Permanent |
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6 months |
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July/Aug 2008 |
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| Contact name |
John Pringle |
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BAR02072008/001 |
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Administrator |
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Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester |
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£8 - £10/hour Negotiable |
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| Job number |
126150481 |
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04/07/2008 (09:31) |
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Morson International |
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Duties to include;
Manage/update EDMS intranet page (using MS Front Page)
Liaise with technical managers
Create and formats MS Word documents
Create spreadsheets
Sets up meetings
Coordinates Training-schedules
General admin
Setting up User Accounts
Setting up user access rights
Migrate bulk documents
Adds single documents
Wrench is our EDMS system and the candidate will be trained to use the system to its full capacity, however, candidate must have experience in creating/designing a similar system.
Candidate must have a working knowledge of MS Front Page as main role is to update EDMS main page.
Candidates must have experience of Document Control
Previous experience of working in an engineering environment desirable
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Contract |
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24 Months + |
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ASAP |
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Kate Langtree |
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2008/367/31 |
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PA to Director |
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Lancaster, North West |
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126150477 |
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04/07/2008 (08:56) |
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Morson International |
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The successful applicant will provide a comprehensive range of secretarial/administrative services. You will be expected to undertake a varied workload, performing tasks to tight deadlines, often on your own initiative, in addition to working as part of a team. Strict confidentiality and a high degree of flexibility are required to undertake the duties of the post. They include managing the day to day schedules for the Director, in both short term and long term, preparing documentation and presentations, co-ordinating all materials required for meetings, and dealing with a wide range of secretarial matters, as delegated.
Ideally, candidates should possess RSA III typing or equivalent and proven ability to use Microsoft Office Suite of applications. Previous experience in a Secretarial/Personal Assistant environment is essential. In addition, you should possess:
a high standard of confidentiality
excellent oral and written communication skills
good organisation skills with high attention to detail
the ability to work under pressure
excellent communications skills
Shorthand Skills would be advantageous
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Contract |
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Ongoing |
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ASAP |
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Kate Langtree |
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EPB/MAN/0407/KL |
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Chief Buyer |
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Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria |
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£37000 - £40000/annum |
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107323812 |
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03/07/2008 (14:07) |
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Morson International |
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Our client is a global defence company delivering a full range of products and services
for air, land and naval forces, as well as
advance electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services.
Their strategy is to deliver sustainable growth
in shareholder value by being the premier global defence and aerospace
company.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Indirect Procurement Services based in Barrow-in-Furness.
It is in a virtual organisation which has
responsibility for a £750M spend per annum serving 11 key customers across all major
divisions within the company.
Job Purpose:
Working as a member of the IPS Customer Support & Mgmt Team the aim of the role will be to:
1. Identify opportunities for Indirect Procurement consolidation and sustainable cost
reductions. Produce and deliver strategies.
2. Ensure that value added procurement solutions are embedded with the customer.
3. Develop and enhance relationships with Key Customers and Power Spenders ensuring that their
business objectives are achieved.
Key Responsibilities:
Contract Management : To embrace the requirements of the IPS Quality Mgmt System in
all respects.
Sourcing and Category Mgmt: Develop and deliver sourcing policies and procurement strategies
for a range of major Capital projects, ensuring
early engagement in the Procurement lifecycle. Conduct supplier negotiations and deliver local
framework agreements.
Supplier Mgmt: Develop and deliver a programme for the IPS local supply base.
Card Scheme Mgmt: Develop and deliver an IPS strategy including year on year growth, for
high volume low value suppliers.
Integrated Supplier Information System & E-Sourcing: To act as local champion for
this technology.
Customer Account Mgmt: To manage the relationship of a range of Key Customers &
Power Spenders, proactively promoting the services of IPS.
Should be a full member of CIPS.
MUST HAVE UK WORK PERMIT.
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Permanent |
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Permanent |
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July 2008 |
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John Pringle |
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BAR27062008 |
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Project Secretary/Administrator |
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Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester |
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£9 - £10/hour Negotiable |
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126150249 |
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02/07/2008 (11:42) |
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Morson International |
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To provide a comprehensive administrative and clerical/secretarial service to the Project Manager, Project Engineer and Project Team and contribute to the smooth running of the project.
To provide a full secretarial service including;
Typing
Filing & Faxing
Telephone messages
Mail
Timesheets
Monitoring staff holidays
Diary and calendar management
Booking travel and accommodation
Arranging meeting rooms and beverages
Attending meetings to take minutes
Liaise with Document Control Department and record out-going documents
Complication of Project Specifications and Procedures
Co-ordinating and arranging training for Project Team Members
Liaise with staff at all levels
Good overall standard of education with good command of English. Must be highly organised and a competent communicator
Excellent working knowledge of Computer packages especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision, capable of handling quantities of electronic mail and multiple tasks simultaneously
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Contract |
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6 Months+ |
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ASAP |
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Kate Langtree |
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EPB/MAN/0207/KL |
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Administration Assistant |
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Cheadle Hulme, Greater Manchester |
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£8 - £9/hour Negotiable |
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126150234 |
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02/07/2008 (10:27) |
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Morson International |
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Experienced Administrator required to provide support to the Project Secretary.
Tasks will include;
Photocopying
Filing
Scanning
All other admin duties as and when required
Must have good I.T skills with knowledge of Word and Excel (MS Office 200)
Previous experience of working within an Engineering company desirable
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Contract |
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4-6 Months |
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ASAP |
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Kate Langtree |
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| Ref no |
2008/367/30 |
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Sustainable Operations Officer |
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Central London, London |
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120142303 |
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02/07/2008 (10:00) |
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Morson International |
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Our client is looking to recruit an Environmental/Safety Officer for an on-going position based in London.
The ideal candidate will have Health and Safety qualifications (IOSH), experience of working in the building services industry and qualifications in Environmental Management (IEME).
This role would suit a recent graduate. |
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Contract |
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On-going |
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ASAP |
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Sam Mabbott |
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EPB/SM/FCO |
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Internal Applications Engineer |
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Edinburgh, Lothian |
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£1 - £9/annum £Neg |
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| Job number |
125125305 |
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| Posted |
02/07/2008 (09:05) |
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Morson International |
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Job Description
Our Client is currently expanding in central Edinburgh and is looking to recruit a new
development team to help build our next generation tools.
As part of a small team of engineers, based in Edinburgh city centre, the successful applicant will be responsible for defining the behaviour, look-and-feel and performance characteristics of next generation of development tools.
The role involves, but is not limited to, the following:
Development of specific case study information
Creation of demonstrations for customers and trade shows
Documentation and test of the next generation of tools
Generation of technical articles and application notes.
Ideally the successful candidate will have a solid background in software engineering, with an emphasis towards multi-core or multi threaded developments, gained in a technical environment.
Required Skills
Experience of Multi-Core / Multi Threaded software development
Embedded systems experience
Excellent communication / presentation skills
Desirable Skills
Java experience would be advantageous but not required
Knowledge of threading models in standard embedded operating systems
Candidates should be educated to at least degree level, or equiv exp, in a technical discipline, (ideally Software Engineering or Computer Science) and should ideally have commercial experience in a development role.
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Permanent |
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Permanent |
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ASAP |
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Morson International |
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CF\IAE\CB |
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