Kenton Black Ltd

Freelance Site Manager 
Sector: Civils / Infrastructure / Energy 
Start October
Duration: 10 months
Location: Selby

I am recruiting for a seasoned Freelance Site Manager to lead site operations on a complex Anaerobic Digester (AD) project near Selby, starting this October. This is a major civils-led scheme involving significant RC and earthworks components, ideal for a civils-focused manager. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•	Oversee daily site activities ensuring health, safety, quality and programme targets are met.
•	Manage multiple civils packages including:
o	Large reinforced concrete tanks
o	Silage clamps & industrial slabs
o	Steel frame erection (HD bolts)
o	Drainage, ducting, tarmac, and external works
o	Bulk earthworks and muck shift
•	Interface with the Project Manager, client, and engineering teams.
•	Manage site logistics, materials, permits and progress reporting.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
•	Proven track record as a Site Manager on civils/infrastructure projects.
•	Experience with RC structures, steel frames, and industrial civils.
•	Strong working knowledge of health & safety regulations and site coordination.
•	Ability to read and interpret drawings, manage multiple trades, and maintain progress SMSTS, CSCS (Black or White Card), and First Aid – essential.
•	Previous experience on energy from waste, agri-infrastructure, or biogas/AD projects – advantageous.

Apply now with an up to date CV or contact Dan Standish at Kenton Black (Leeds) for more information. 




Freelance Site Manager 

Test job REED

A new opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor in the Cambridgeshire working for a Civil Engineering main contractor. There is plenty of regional work to follow working across several sectors within civil engineering. The Quantity Surveyor role will intiailly be starting on a large infrastructure scheme.

Our client is a regionally structured civil engineering contractor with over 50 years history delivering a range of civil engineering schemes including highways, flood defence, heavy civils and infrastructure for range of clients with values ranging up to £50 million in value.

With a group turnover is excess of £85 million the company still has a genuine family ethos aiming to keep their staff working local and affording them quality work life balance which sets them apart from many main contractors.

Qualifications/Background:
•	Experience working on heavy civils, flood alleviation or highways schemes.
•	BSc/ HND/ HNC qualification in Quantity Surveying.
•	Full UK driving license is essential.
•	Experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a civil engineering main contractor.

Salary & Package:
•	Up to £50,000 per annum
•	Company Car
•	Company pension scheme (match up to 6%)
•	25 days holiday plus bank holidays
•	Life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
•	Childcare voucher scheme and a cycle to work scheme.

For more information please apply to this position or contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham!

Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor
London
Up to £75,000

We are currently recruiting Senior Quantity Surveyors for one of the UK’s largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists. The business has over 40 years of trading history, operating as a tier 1 partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients. They work as part of large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on individual projects developing long-standing client relationships.

They currently have requirements for Senior Quantity Surveyors to join their Thames Water Team, working in locations across the M4 corridor and London, with the expectation that successful candidates travel to regional offices in Reading and St Albans as and when required for meetings etc.

As the business specialise in water infrastructure and tunnelling projects past project experience in these areas is paramount!

Criteria:
•	HND/degree in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent
•	Previous experience of the civil engineering industry
•	Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract NEC3 or NEC4 and knowledge of current
•	Construction Law
•	Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of
•	subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle,
•	certificates and accruals calculations
•	Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value
•	analysis
•	Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines.
•	Ability to encourage and support junior members of the Commercial Team
•	Experience of working for Contractor, Water experience, able to deal with large
•	amounts of data for open book forms of contract.
•	Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards (desirable)
•	CSCS card holder

On Offer:
•	Up to £75,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
•	Company car / car allowance
•	5% Company pension contribution
•	Life Assurance
•	Single persons private medical cover
•	Permanent Health Cover

To express your interest please contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham! Or Apply Now!

BS11/07/25SQS

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Southwest
Up to £75,000

We are currently working with a privately owned top civil engineering contractor, based in Worcestershire that turn over £60m, who are looking for an Senior Quantity Surveyor in the southwest. This role will be based in both site and office locations

The company specialise in delivering civil engineering projects and frameworks including infrastructure, highways, public realm etc for a range of private clients and local authorities.

They are currently recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in the Southwest to work on works within this region with the remit of aiding the growth of the region as well as working on live projects, undertaking works that range in value from £5m – £20m and then carrying out the role of a Senior Quantity Surveyor once the project is live.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business who are expanding into new geographies and successfully tender for new projects and frameworks with a full order book 2025. This role offers excellent progression opportunities to Senior Quantity Surveyor as well as the opportunity to make your mark with a fantastic business.

You will have overall commercial responsibility on the project including the production of valuations, cost value reports, measurements, sub contract procurement and payment, final accounting, cash collections, production of forecasts (with the site team) and the management of subordinates.

A strong general civil engineering background will be essential for this position, due to a wide variety of civil engineering elements on the scheme which include; earthworks, highways, deep drainage, s278’s, footways and culverts.

Salary & Package:
•	Up to £85,000 per annum
•	25 days annual leave plus stats 
•	Discretionary bonus scheme
•	Car allowance or company car
•	Generous pension contributions 
•	Private healthcare 
•	Etc.

This is a great opportunity for a proven senior quantity surveyor to join a well-established business with a clear route to commercial manager for the right individual.

Apply Now! Or For more information on this vacancy, please contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black Birmingham!

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Company Details and Job Overview:

A leading, specialist service provider require a new Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis. Growing at a rapid rate, organically and through acquisition, many staff within the business have progressed within their roles in line with their ethos of internal promotion and skills development. 

This is a varied and hands on role, reporting to an engaging and supportive Finance Manager. It is well suited to an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for more exposure to month end routine and management accounting processes.

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	Full time role, 37 hours per week
•	Hybrid working once established in the role (3 days in office/2 days remote)
•	35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
•	Private healthcare, life insurance and an array of wellbeing benefits
•	Company pension
•	Discount schemes
•	Ongoing training and development as required

Your New Role as Assistant Accountant:

•	Supporting in the preparation of management accounts with commentary
•	General month end support, meeting tight deadlines
•	Posting journals, accruals and prepayments
•	Liaising with non-finance staff to provide financial support and advice as required
•	Processing supplier invoices, liaising with suppliers as needed to respond to any queries

Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

The ideal candidate will have solid transactional accounting experience (AP/AR), with some month end exposure and be committed to further building skills in this area. Strong communication skills are required as you will be required to liaise with staff across different departments and good IT skills are essential including Microsoft Excel. 


This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.


Assistant Accountant

Company Details and Job Overview:

A new Management Accountant role has become available within an owner managed business in Preston (PR2) due to growth. This newly created role has been designed to take ownership of all month end activity and to provide meaningful financial insight to aid further business growth and success.

Offering a good variety of technical and commercial accounting input, this role is expected to develop as the business continues to expand.

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	Competitive starting salary depending on relevant experience
•	Hybrid working once established in the role
•	Flexibility around working hours as requried
•	Company pension
•	25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Your New Role as Management Accountant:

•	Production of monthly management accounts including commentary and analysis
•	Assisting with budget preparation
•	Cash flow management
•	Supporting with preparation of year end accounts
•	Working closely with other departments, providing financial information and support to non-finance stakeholders
•	Assisting in an upcoming system upgrade
•	Involvement in various ad hoc projects relating to growth and continual improvements within the finance department and wider business


Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

The successful candidate will be proven in a similar management accounting role, with the ability to quickly adapt to new systems and processes. Part or full CIMA/ACCA qualification is preferred but not essential if the candidate demonstrates sufficient experience. Strong communication skills are required with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.

Management Accountant

Company Details and Job Overview:

A dynamic group of businesses are looking to appoint a divisional finance lead for one of their newest business units which is currently going through a period of significant growth. With a current turnover of approximately £10m, there are exciting plans for further expansion which this role will play a pivotal role in driving forward.

Working closely alongside the Finance Director and Managing Director, this Finance Manager position offers a good balance of technical/hands on finance duties as well as providing commercial input to support effective decision making. 

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	A competitive starting salary depending on experience
•	Annual salary increases and 6 monthly reviews
•	Incentive and bonus schemes
•	25 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays
•	Company pension, up to 5% matched
•	Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working

Your New Role as Finance Manager:

As Finance Manager, you will enjoy a varied and autonomous role which will include the following duties:

•	Ownership of the month end process including management accounts production
•	Variance analysis 
•	Balance sheet reconciliations
•	Provision of financial performance reports
•	Cash forecasting
•	Preparation of year end audit files being the primary point of contact for auditors
•	VAT returns/CT tax returns, liaising with tax advisors
•	Provision of financial support, financial modelling and analysis to the commercial team  
•	Financial analysis of costing/pricing/margin strategy
•	Identifying new routes to market, providing scenario analysis and evaluation of opportunities
•	Involvement in ad hoc projects as required

Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

To be considered, you will be technically strong and CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified, demonstrating excellent commercial acumen. Extensive Excel knowledge is required and experience of group level reporting is advantageous. Strong business partnering skills are imperative as you will be required to work cross-functionally throughout the Group. 

This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.


Finance Manager

Company Details and Job Overview:

A not-for-profit organisation on the Fylde Coast require an Assistant Management Accountant due to internal promotion and restructure. This position will initially be appointed on a fixed term contract basis of 12 months, with potential of permanency for the successful candidate.

This is a part-time office based role of 30 hours per week. This can be worked over 4 or 5 days to suit the individual.

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	Office based part-time role in a friendly and supportive working environment
•	Generous annual leave entitlement – 38 days including bank holidays (full time equivalent)
•	Pension contributions
•	Free on site parking
•	Subsidised catering
•	Free vaccinations
•	NHS blue light card

Your New Role as Assistant Management Accountant:

•	Support with the preparation of monthly management accounts
•	Variance analysis
•	Working closely with budget holders to provide meaningful financial insight and advice
•	Support with budget setting and forecasting
•	Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including purchase and sales ledger
•	Processing journals
•	Support with payroll processing
•	Assist in projects including an upcoming finance system implementation


Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

The successful candidate will have exposure to month end/management accounting processes, with solid understanding of transactional accounting including AP and AR. Good systems skills including Excel and knowledge of finance software is required and you will be able to quickly pick up and adapt to new systems and processes within a finance function.


This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance. Please submit your CV without delay for consideration – an immediate start is available.
 
Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.


Assistant Management Accountant

Company Details and Job Overview:

An owner managed SME on the outskirts of Blackpool has experienced significant growth, which has created the need for a new Management Accountant to join the finance team.

This is an ideal role for an analytically minded finance professional who enjoys a hands on role with plenty of stakeholder interaction. This role will play a key part in driving ongoing growth, whilst managing the day-to-day operation of the finance function.

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	A full time or part time working arrangement can be discussed
•	Office based role with flexibility on working hours 
•	Competitive starting salary
•	25 days annual leave entitlement (+ bank holidays)
•	Company pension
•	Ongoing support, training and development

Your New Role as Management Accountant:

•	Preparation of monthly management accounts including commentary and analysis
•	Preparation of budgets and cash forecasts
•	Management of stock
•	Balance sheet reconciliations
•	Posting journals, accruals and prepayments
•	VAT returns
•	Monitoring and reporting costs against budget
•	KPI analysis including commentary and variance analysis
•	Management of sales ledger and purchase ledger 
•	Management of payroll
•	Ongoing review and development of existing systems and processes

Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

The ideal candidate will be proven in a similar level role which includes all areas of finance in an SME environment. A collaborative working approach is required as you will be required to work cross-functionally with non-finance staff to provide meaningful financial insight and advice where required.

This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.

