Kenton Black Ltd

Company Details and Job Overview:

Kenton Black Finance are exclusively supporting a growing SME to appoint a new Head of Finance. The business has grown significantly over recent years, with further growth forecasted through entering new markets and organic growth.

This number 1 finance role will take ownership of all accounting operations for the business, working closely with the Managing Director to support strategic decision making and ongoing business success.

Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:

•	Salary in the region of £60,000 - £65,000 
•	Full time role with 1 day working from home
•	25 days annual leave entitlement (+ bank holidays)
•	A variety of healthcare and wellbeing benefits
•	Company pension

Your New Role as Head of Finance:

As Head of Finance, you will report into the Managing Director, leading a small finance team. Duties will include:

•	Leading a small team of finance staff, being responsible for their training and development as required
•	Managing any future recruitment into the finance team as the business continues to grow
•	Review of monthly management accounts
•	Review and input to management accounts preparation
•	Leading the year end process, liaising with external stakeholders including auditors
•	Preparation of budgets and forecasts
•	Ongoing review of systems, processes and policies, making recommendations where necessary to ensure robust controls

Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:

The successful candidate will be fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA), proven in a similar no.1 finance role within an SME environment. Staff management/supervision experience is required as well as proven ability to enhance existing systems and processes and provide strategic support as 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.

Head of Finance

Kenton Black are recruiting for a freelance Site Manager to provide 6-week cover on a residential development in Aberdeenshire.

Our client, a respected housebuilding contractor with a strong reputation for delivering NHBC-compliant homes across the region, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee operations on an active housing site. This short-term opportunity offers the chance to lead a well-established team and maintain high standards of safety, quality, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage day-to-day site activities and ensure smooth project progression
- Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to meet build targets
- Uphold NHBC standards and ensure compliance with building regulations
- Conduct scaffold inspections and maintain accurate site records
- Enforce health and safety protocols and lead toolbox talks
- Report progress to senior management and resolve on-site issues proactively

What You Bring:

- Proven track record in site management within NHBC housing developments
- Valid SMSTS, CSCS, Scaffold Inspection, and First Aid certifications
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain programme deadlines

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity to step into a pivotal role with a company known for its commitment to quality and its collaborative site culture. If you're a seasoned Site Manager looking for a short-term challenge in Aberdeenshire, this could be the perfect fit.

Freelance Site Manager

ARE YOU A SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR LOOKING TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER OR A QUANTITY SURVEYOR, WANTING TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP AND BE A NUMBER ONE ON A VERY INTERESTING SCHEME!

My client is looking for a strong QUANTITY SURVEYOR OR SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR on a very unique project in the Midlands, this scheme is one of its kind in the country and is working on a specialist part of HS2. As a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be number 1 on site leading the full commercial function and working very closely with the operational team.

Our client is a top multi-disciplinary principal contractor who currently has an opportunity within their civil infrastructure division for a Strong Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on multiple large infrastructure and heavy civils schemes valued in the region of £50m. The successful candidate will be required to be on the site in Birmingham and ideally living within a reasonable commute of the Midlands would be preferable.

The business is one of the largest contractors in Ireland with a very strong presence in the UK, with a strong family-oriented ethos and is listed as one of the top 25 companies to work for in the UK and Ireland.

With a turnover exceeding £600 million the business undertakes major multi-disciplinary construction projects within Building & Civil Engineering

On offer:
•	£75,000 basic salary (dependent on candidate experience)
•	Market leading Car Allowance
•	Healthcare, 6% pension and generous holiday entitlement
•	Plus much more

Criteria:
•	Experience working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Number 1 on large civil infrastructure
•	Main contractor background
•	Experience working on Major Civils Infrastructure schemes 
•	Preferably BSc degree qualified (Quantity Surveying)
•	UK driving licence.
•	Experience of ICC form of contract

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


Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

The Opportunity:

Based near Red Scar Business Park in Preston, this company have been operating for over 60 years and are a leading wholesaler in the industry they operate in. The company has a turnover of around 200 million and they want to employ another Credit Controller on a full-time and fixed term contract basis to join their existing team. The contract will run from September 2025 to December 2026, and there's a chance the job will become permanent. You will work 35 hours a week, and have the option to start working on a hybrid basis after you've worked for the company for about 6 months (2 days from home per week). There is also a KPI bonus on offer.


Salary and Benefits:

•      Salary on offer is up to £25,750 (35 hours per week)
•      KPI bonus scheme (up to 3% of your salary paid yearly - OTE of £772.50)
•      Hybrid working - after 6 months of working for the business (2 days working from home)
•      Pension - company contributes 5%
•      Parking on-site
•      Staff discounts
•      Life assurance


Your New Role as the Credit Controller:

•	Handling both incoming and outgoing calls
•	Dealing with customers’ queries and requests as they arise; investigating account queries
•	Daily/weekly banking
•	Making outbound calls to customers to chase up unpaid invoices, recording notes on customer accounts.
•	Allocation of receipts to individual accounts
•	Pro-active cash collection
•	Reconciling accounts
•	Communicating with customers to prevent and foresee any issues relating to non - payment of debt; identifying and emphasising potential bad debt issues to the Credit Manager
•	Assuming responsibility for issuing statements and customer letters
•	Taking card payments and recording on centralised spreadsheet
•	Generating any necessary credit reviews, making your own recommendations and providing the relevant information to the Credit Manager for assessment.
•	Continuous monitoring of credit limit accounts & new credit applications.
•	Maintaining credit hold accounts, obtaining payment & releasing orders as necessary.
•	Full communication with external sales executives.
•	Assuming responsibility for upkeep of master files.
•	You may also be required to undertake other duties which are deemed to be within the business needs.
•	Holiday cover for other team members
•	Promoting customer excellence throughout the business.
•	To adhere to the instruction given by supervisory management.
•	Responsibility for health and safety of self and others.
•	To ensure compliance with works instructions/Quality procedures. 
•	To operate to company rules and requirement at all times.
•	To assist with training of others when required.
•	To carry our temporary cover arrangements as required in any area allocated. 


Experience and Skills Required to Apply:

•      A minimum of 1 years credit control experience (ESSENTIAL)
•	Develop and maintain good customer relations with customers and good interaction with all personnel and Management. (ESSENTIAL)
•	Enthusiastic and approachable (ESSENTIAL)
•	Have a good telephone manner and be confident (ESSENTIAL)
•	Customer focused approach (ESSENTIAL)
•	Flexible in adapting to changing business needs and working additional hours if required. (ESSENTIAL)
•	Comfortable in a fast-paced working environment (ESSENTIAL)
•	Attention to detail. (ESSENTIAL)
•	Strong team player (ESSENTIAL)
•	Highlight any potential training need (ESSENTIAL)


Summary:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and industry leading company. The company has a turnover of circa 200 million pounds and is based near the Red Scar Industrial Estate. You will work just 35 hours per week, work in the office, until you've past your probation, and then you can work from home 2 days a week.


TO BE CONSIDERED YOU MUST BE RESIDING IN THE UK CURRENTLY, HAVE UK BASED FINANCE/ACCOUNTS EXPERIENCE, AND HAVE THE FULL RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK


You must also meet all the ‘ESSENTIAL' criteria for your application to be considered.


This vacancy is being handled by Carl Angilly – 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. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, Gloucester, Aberdeen, and Dundee, 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.

Credit Controller (Hybrid)

Construction Director – Residential Groundworks

Location: Lincolnshire / East Midlands
Salary: £110,000 - £150,000 + Benefits Package
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:
The opportunity to join a well-established Residential Groundworks company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across East Midlands and Lincolnshire. Specialising in groundworks for housing developments, working with leading housebuilders to deliver reliable, efficient, and safe infrastructure. Due to continued growth, the business are seeking an experienced and strategic Construction Director to join our senior leadership team and drive operational excellence.

The Role:

As Construction Director, you will have overall responsibility for the planning, management, and delivery of multiple residential groundworks projects. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping the business strategy, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strong leadership and direction to project managers, site teams, and operational staff.

Oversee the successful delivery of residential groundworks contracts from mobilisation to completion.

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Develop and implement efficient project management processes to maximise productivity and profitability.

Manage client relationships, ensuring exceptional customer service and repeat business.

Monitor budgets, forecasts, and commercial performance, working closely with the commercial team.

Contribute to business development and tendering activities to support continued growth.

Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across the organisation.

About You:

Proven track record at Director or Senior Contracts/Operations Manager level within groundworks or civil engineering, ideally in the residential housing sector.

Strong commercial acumen with experience managing multi-million-pound projects.

Excellent leadership, people management, and communication skills.

Ability to build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and teams.

A proactive, strategic thinker with the ability to drive continuous improvement.

Relevant qualifications in construction/civil engineering (HNC, degree, or equivalent) desirable.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.

Company car/car allowance.

Pension and private healthcare.

Opportunity to shape and grow a dynamic, expanding business.

Supportive, forward-thinking working environment.

Construction Director

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Gloucester
Up to £75,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Gloucestershire/Somerset/South Wales area for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background working on civil engineering schemes for main contractors.

Our client is an award winning, privately owned regional civil engineering contractor. The company has secured plenty of future work with turnover currently circa £76m.

The business specialises in the delivery of infrastructure, highways, local authority & frameworks, structures and car parks as well RC frames as a subcontractor, with schemes ranging from £150k to £15m in value.

This opportunity is suitable for an established Quantity Surveyor with at least 3 years site experience running their own projects for a civil engineering contractor.

Qualifications/Background:
•	Educated to Degree level in Quantity Surveying. 
•	3 years’ experience running own projects.
•	Experience working for a civil engineering contractor.
•	UK driving licence.
•	Based in the Birmingham area.

Salary & Package:
•	Basic salary between £60,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience).
•	Company car / car allowance.
•	Plus benefits.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-known regional contractor who offer a fantastic work environment, on-going training, work life balance and opportunities to progress.

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

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Site Engineer –
Civils & Groundworks (Data Centre Project)
Location: Newport, South Wales
Contract: Freelance – Outside IR35
Duration: Until February 2026
Day Rate: £(Competitive – DOE)

About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to join a civils sub-contractor delivering the groundworks package on a high-spec data centre build in Newport. You’ll be working on a fast-paced, technically demanding project with a strong emphasis on quality, accuracy, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
•	Setting out for all civils and groundworks activities, 
•	Scope: drainage, foundations, service trenches, concrete slabs, and external works.
•	Interpreting and working from drawings, CAD models, and project specifications.
•	Liaising with site management, subcontractors, and the client.
•	Carrying out QA checks, maintaining records, and compiling as-built information.
•	Ensuring all works comply with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Requirements
•	Proven track record as a Site Engineer within civils/groundworks projects
•	Experience on large-scale industrial or infrastructure builds.
•	Up-to-date CSCS card (Engineer/Managers level).
•	SMSTS or SSSTS and First Aid (desirable).
•	Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.

Apply now with an up to date CV or contact Dan Standish at Kenton Black (Leeds Office) 


Freelance Site Engineer (Groundworks) 

Pre-Construction Manager / Portfolio Manager
East of England
Up to £75,000  

Are you an experienced Pre-Construction Manager or looking for a new challenge with a growing and reputable company or a Site Agent / Project Manager / Experience Preconstruction individual looking for your next role in preconstruction? 

I have an exciting opportunity to join a national main contractor operating across the regional civil engineering sector. This role will be working across the East Midlands area, but the candidate must be willing to travel to meetings as required. You will be working on a varied portfolio of multimillion pound projects and be doing a lot of client facing duties.

The ideal candidate will come from a main contracting background who has experience of working on civil engineering and environment agency projects. 

This role will be managing and liaising with a key client of the contractor and ensuring the buildability of a project.

What do you need for this role?
-	Experience in taking projects from Tender through to completion
-	Tendering & Design Knowledge
-	Environment Agency experience is a must
-	Experience in ECI projects
-	Experience managing stakeholders expectations and relationships
-	Good understanding of estimating and planning experience
-	Good construction methodology, planning and commercial acumen

This is an excellent chance for you to join a company who is going from strength to strength and winning new projects on a regular basis. 

On offer
-	Salary up to £75,000 plus company package
-	Car or Car Allowance
-	Market leading pension
-	Genuine Progression opportunities
-	Plus much much more!

For further information please contact Ben Symonds - Kenton Black - Birmingham Office


Portfolio Manager / Preconstruction Manager

Are you a SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR working in the rail or civil engineering sector? And looking for a fresh challenge with a forward thinking contractor? I recon this could be worth a look!

On offer is a salary up to £75,000, with great career opportunities and a strong orderbook for the next 2 years.

We have partnered up with a longstanding client at Kenton Black who are going through a sustained period of growth and are looking to bolster their commercial team by bringing in multiple Senior Quantity Surveyors within London to oversee all commercial aspects of major projects across London! The intial project would be working as part of the team on OOC.

The right person will be from a main contracting background and have experience in rail and highways.

These Senior Quantity Surveyor roles will be reporting directly into a Commercial Manager. These roles will be looking after various of projects across the London area. The business has a very strong orderbook for the next 18-24 months with further growth predicted as well as genuine career opportunities.

On offer
•	Salary up to £75,000 (D.O.E.)
•	Travel Allowance 
•	Pension 
•	Genuine career opportunities
•	Plus other benefits

If you are interested to find out more, APPLY NOW! Or Get in touch with Ben Symonds at Kenton Black Birmingham!

Quantity Surveyor
Up to £55,000 
Kent

A new opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor in the Kent are working for a Civil Engineering main contractor. 

The Quantity Surveyor role will intiailly be starting on a large infrastructure scheme, working as the lead commercial person the project. Following on there is plenty of regional work to follow working across several sectors within civil engineering.

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 £55,000 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!