Commercial Manager – Norway

Commercial Manager – Norway

Want to have the autonomy to implement YOUR strategy and the opportunity to build a team that’s YOURS? 

Data Centre

1,800,000 NOK – 1,860,000 NOK per annum + Flights + Accommodation

Commercial Manager needed for a Data Centre Project in Norway.  You will be responsible for the financial aspects of projects, including budget management & contract negotiations. You will play a key role in managing relationships with clients and stakeholders.

If you are feeling the frustration of not being listened too, then this could be the role for you!

The role is with a Main Contractor across tech projects who are known to reward hard work and really valuing their people. They are across 11 countries worldwide with no signs of slowing down.

You will take full responsibility for the commercial, contractual and profitability for the Region (Norway) and have the softer skills to be able to grow a team around you.

Experience needed for this role:

  • BSc in Quantity Surveying
  • Longevity with a Main Contractor
  • 2 data centre projects behind you
  • Flexibility and a motivation to travel is essential!

Benefits Offered

  • Accommodation in Country
  • Flights home every 3 weeks
  • Car Allowance OR car
  • Bonus Structure
  • Private Health Care

To apply for this role please send your word formatted CV through to k.schneid@nsrassociates.com

Project Quantity Surveyor / Coordinator

International Buildings Main Contracting pride themselves on collaboration and quality.

This formula that has seen them grow Internationally as a market leader in the Construction of Food , Data , Tech, Logistics & Industrial Projects. Turning over in excess of $1 Billion across the World, however Canada is a new & CRITICAL Market.

2 New Projects awarded in March & April 2025 both outside of TORONTO  (Burlington & Guelph).

They want TO HIRE a Project Coordinator / Quantity Surveyor to be based between the Head office and site. If you would describe yourself as ambitious & career motivated this is a fantastic platform to KICK on in your career.

This organization work hard play hard and very much reward hard work and success.

Letting sub-contracts, managing payments, cost value reports and general site overview alongside the Project manager. You can expect financial rewards in bonuses, pay rises and promotions if you can perform under pressure making good decisions and hitting deadlines.

About you ….

  • Do clients,  project teams & the supply chain buy into you?
  • Leave the ego at the door as this main contractor are all about “team work”.
  • Happy to role the sleeves up and work in a team

Following is expected for successful applicants

  • Relevant construction experience for Main or Sub-Contracting businesses.
  • Currently based in Canada, the Toronto Region
  • Possess a can do attitude with a hands on approach to site management, technical & commercial activities
  • Understand urgency and deadlines
  • Pride yourself on strong communication & people skills

If you match this brief please share a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com then the team will reach out to book in a confidential conversation to discuss our client the role and anything you wish to learn about the benefits and culture of the employer.

Site Engineer

Site Engineer recently graduated with a Degree in Civil Engineering. Looking to kick start your international career and learn from the best ?

If this sparks interest and you wish to progress in the Industry be that as a Senior Engineer , Site Agent or Project Manager then you best read on.

 

Client 

  • Civil Engineering Main Contractor operating in the aviation & transport sector
  • Strong order book across USA, Europe & Asia
  • 40 Years + successful trading
  • Cash Rich Business that is all about its people
  • This is not a Major PLC where you will be a Number !
  • We have a strong 10 Year working relationship with them and placed 11 People in the USA over the past 30 Months

The role & what you will be doing 

  • Working on site Just south of New York on the East Coast of America
  • Initially in an engineering team alongside 1 other engineer reporting into the Senior Site Agent
  • £70 Million Project working behind the wire of a Major Live Airport
  • Scope involves concrete paving, asphalt work, earthworks & drainage
  • Challenging factors are interfaces, planning & material tolerances / quality

 

Culture & the future 

  • You will be given time, knowledge, training and guidance to rise the ranks within this employer
  • If you want to be a Project Director and sit on the board why not. The hiring manager took this same position 16 Years ago and now he sits on the senior management team in the USA guiding the business and projects.
  • No one was furloughed in the business during the pandemic . Simply put they look after their people. It’s a case of work hard play hard and everyone in the business has a voice
  • A career in the USA or elsewhere globally , it’s down to you on where this goes

This is not a corporate / fluffy organization but a Civil Engineering contractor driven by successful projects , interesting work and solid PROFIT.

We are seeking the following :

  • Open to travel & a relocation to the USA
  • You have a CAN do and positive mindset towards work
  • British Passport holders only as per client request due to visa quota and sponsorship
  • Civil Engineering Degree – can produce upon request for visa attestation
  • You can communicate with anyone from the Document Controller to the Managing Director
  • Will you pass security checks for a US Visa ? Be honest as a Criminal Record check has to be conducted for VISA purposes & end client sign off to work on an airport
  • Site experience setting out and checking
  • The right candidate to start before the 1st of August 2025

Keen to learn more please reach out to Tim on t.clark@nsrassociates.com to book in a chat with a member of the team

Plant & Machinery Mechanic

Mechanic that has worked on Heavy Duty Plant, Asphalt Paving Machinery & Haulage Vehicles on Civil Engineering projects ?

Have you got experience to Airports, Runway Closures & Refurbishments ?

These deadlines and handovers are business critical with delays being charged up to £20,000 Per Minute for late handover in some cases ! 

 

The right person will understand runways, surfacing & pavement works. Ideally with some strong WIRTGEN machinery experience ? 

Overview 

  • Implement maintenance program
  • Ensure machinery is in a good working order
  • Prepare list for maintenance and spare parts required
  • Responsible for stock control of equipment spares, consumables
  • Ensure that equipment maintenance and repairs works carried out in a safe manner
  • Night shift working within live airfield environment may be required

 

This person will report into the Operations Manager & Head of Plant. You must be a team player and have the right attitude to work. Motivating , communicating clearly and enjoying work is ESSENTIAL in this POST.

 

Your background 

  • Worked as a Mechanic handling machinery and equipment
  • Asphalt Paving Experience
  • Welding & Fabrication Experience desired
  • Full clean driving license
  • Comfortable to regularly take drugs and alcohol tests whilst on site

What is Provided 

  • Tax Free Basic up to £60,000
  • 4 flights home to the UK each Year Paid
  • International Medical & Pension
  • Accommodation & Utilities Paid
  • Car fully expensed
  • Local allowance to cover groceries & gym membership etc

What is essential before applying 

  • You understand that this is a Site Based Hands on role so this can often mean 50- 60 Hrs per week depending upon workload
  • You must have a clean criminal record as achieving a VISA is the US is a long and drawn out process. Therefore honesty, reference checks and a meeting with the US consulate are all KEY.
  • You must be a UK Passport Holders due to visa requirements
  • You are comfortable with the salary and benefits provided
  • Able to start employment before August 2025

If this is you please send a word formatted CV to:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com

Quantity Surveyor

One of the largest and most complex Civil Engineering & Transportation Projects in the Northern Hemisphere 

International  Joint Venture Civil Engineering Main Contractor

Looking to hire a motivated Quantity Surveyors to work within the Commercial & Contracts team on site in BERGEN -Norway. Project involves everything from marine, highways, earthworks, structures , tunnels and so on.

  • You will be reporting into a Senior Quantity Surveyor and be involved in both sub-contract management, CVR’s , payments and general day to day surveying

 

Do you match the following:

  • Degree Quantity Surveying
  • Solid career experience working for a Reputable Main Civil Contractor or Sub Contractor
  • EU Passport Holder Desired but not essential
  • 3 Years Post Graduate Experience

Overview 

  • Working time 37.5 hours per week
  • 25 days of vacation per year
  •  2% private pension on top of the public scheme
  • Phone available also for private use
  • Competitive Salary up to 980,000 NOK
  • Annual Flights
  • Medical

If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity send a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com and a member of the team will reach out for a confidential chat.

Projects Director – Build & Data Sectors

Incredibly exciting time for this International Buildings Main Contractor

They have had 2 Major Projects awarded in the Southern States of the US in the Data & Food Sectors of Construction both worth between $50-110 Million.

They are negotiating a further 2 Opportunities with Global Clients in the US & North America.

This business are seeking a Project Director / Operations Manager / VP that knows how to Build!  

Below should give an indication of the level, tasks & challenges ….

  • Main Contractor Background – strong understanding of urgency and sequencing . Time is money and you understand the knock on effects to the right or wrong decisions. You will be able to lead , mentor and develop your Site Managers, Engineers and Project managers.
  • You will work with the clients, team and supply chain to ensure collaboration and win win for all parties
  • You will treat the gatekeeper on site with the same respect as the Managing Director of the Client- This ethos is ingrained in the culture and ethics of this business (They pride themselves on doing the right things)
  • Happy to manage multiple teams and embrace all the travel that this brings in a nationwide role
  • Able to manage risk through a sensible approach. You will treat this P&L as your own as ultimately its what your bonuses will be paid from
  • Able to make decisions . Business moves fast so can you adapt to what’s needed quickly be that on site or in the boardroom

The Client 

  • 20 Years Successful trading & Highly profitable
  • Operating in 10 Countries at present
  • Track record on Mega Watt Data Centers, Pharma, Food , Distribution and High Technology Buildings
  • Small Projects would be $50 Million & Large $450 Million
  • Huge In-house capability from Design, BIM, MEP , Pre-Cast & Technology

The Role 

  • Reporting to the Board
  • Responsible for Multiple Project Teams
  • Hands on driving and developing the capability of the US business
  • Can you convert negotiated opportunities into profitable projects in conjunction with the owners
  • Expected to add value at both pre & post contract stages of construction & execution
  • Comfortable to client face & lead both internal and external parties

The Future 

This is down to you. Are you capable and driven enough to make a difference and grow a business

Your CV and Career History 

  • We want to see a strength in Construction Projects
  • Stable Career history
  • Local knowledge of US rules, regulations and so on
  • Able to attend face to face meetings in the US
  • Business looking for this person to start before the 1st of May 2025 absolute latest  

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, the client and growth potential share a word formatted CV to:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com and either Tim or one of the team will reach out to coordinate a confidential discussion.

Senior Commercial Manager

Leading INTERNATIONAL Buildings Main contractor with a significant portfolio of Data Centre, Industrial & Food related projects.

Group turns over in excess of $1.4 Billion but at present the spend in the USA represents 10%-15%  The Board see this growing by 18-25% as a conservative figure over the next 12-18 months as they negotiate key awards.

Your insight and expertise is needed on TEXAS, East Coast of America and the US. This is a critical hire to help support the 5 Year business plan as a integral part of the leadership team.

You will be involved in day to day projects whilst growing and mentoring to your commercial department of quantity surveyors & procurement engineers.

Your time will be spread across projects to ensure the financial success and strong performance of live projects whilst handling risk and disputes as and if they arise.

Contractor is extremely client focused and pride themselves on collaboration in a non aggressive approach and this is the formula that has seen them grow to a market leader in their sectors over the past 5 years.

You will be expected to lead from the front but will be compensated in short and long term incentives.

  • Do clients, the supply chain and your current team buy into you?

 

  • Leave the ego at the door as this main contractor are all about “team work”.

 

Following is expected for successful applicants 

  • Currently based in the USA
  • open to travel across America to meet the business’s & clients  needs
  • 15 years post graduate experience in the market in a Commercial Manager / lead commercial designation
  • possess a can do attitude with a hands on approach to management and commercial activities
  • contractually and commercially astute with a clear strength of local contract laws and regulations
  • Chartered status
  • capable to manage, grow and recruit high performing teams that follow your leadership

If you match this brief please share a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com then the team will reach out to book in a confidential conversation to discuss our client the role and anything you wish to learn about the benefits and culture of the employer.

Project Director – Civil Engineering

We need this Project Director to have delivered ideally 2 Major Projects across the Civil Engineering sectors handling Rail, Trams or Metro work for the Civil Engineering Main Contractor (NOT rail systems).

This person will take the full operational control of all Live Projects under construction across Toronto. You will need to have a track record and knowledge of major Heavy Civil Engineering & Rail Projects to get the full support & respect of the Project Managers & Super-intendants out in the field.

This person will report into the Board and have direct responsibility for a team of 60-90 Permanent Staff. You will have full operational control for live projects . You will not be stretched across pre & post contract . The sole focus will be delivery teams out on site and ensuring that you have the best high performing teams hitting programs and key deadlines. You will be able to drive collaboration and teamwork in a non-aggressive manner .

Business has secured  work for the next 7 Years. The outlook of the economy is extremely buoyant and this is a key appointment to report into the President of Civil & Rail for the business.

This is a fantastic family opportunity for someone to relocate and start a new life in Canada.

The company will pay a base line salary ranging between $310-340,000 depending upon experience .

Client :

  • 75 Years + Trading
  • Financially secure with strong relationships across key clients
  • Good staff & employee relations
  • Retain a family feel despite their size

The right candidate will match the following criteria :

  • 13 Years Post Graduate Experience
  • Degree Civil Engineering
  • Clear Track record on Major Civil Engineering Projects
  • Exceptional communication skills which will be demonstrated through the recruitment process with NSR Associates
  • Clear experience at this level for a Tier 1 International Civil Engineering Contractor

You can earn up to 25-30 % of your annual salary through a performance Bonus. You will then be provided with car, travel , life cover & the company pension plan.  If you have researched Canada and understand what the market and lifestyle brings then connect with us.

Candidates must have a clear track record at the level we are after for reputable Tier 1’s.

If you feel this role is you then please send a word formatted CV to:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com and a member of the team will connect

Operations Director – Heavy Civil Engineering

We need this business leader to have delivered Major Projects across the Civil Engineering sectors with a real focus on Rail, Trams & Metro projects?

This person will take the full operational control of all the Live Projects under construction across Toronto & Canada. You will need to have a track record and knowledge of major Heavy Civil Engineering & Rail Projects to get the full support & respect of the Project Directors & Operations Managers out in the field.

At present we have work secured for the next 7 Years across the East Coast of Canada. The outlook of the economy is extremely buoyant and this is a key appointment to report into the President of the division.

Project Values for this business would range from $250-$700 Million.

This person will report into the Board and have direct responsibility for a team of 80-110 Permanent Staff.

You will have full operational control for live projects . You will not be stretched across pre & post contract . The sole focus will be delivery teams out on site and ensuring that you have the best high performing teams hitting programs and key deadlines

You will be able to drive collaboration and teamwork in a non-aggressive manner .

This is a fantastic family opportunity for someone to relocate and start a new life in Canada. The company will pay a base line salary ranging between $330-360,000 depending upon experience .

Client :

  • 100 Years + Trading
  • Financially secure with strong relationships across key government departments
  • Good staff & employee relations
  • Retain a family feel

The right candidate will match the following criteria :

  • 15 Years Post Graduate Experience
  • Degree Civil Engineering
  • Chartered Status
  • Clear Track record on Major Civil Engineering Projects
  • Exceptional communication skills which will be demonstrated through the recruitment process with NSR Associates
  • Clear experience at this level for a Tier 1 International Civil Engineering Contractor

 

You can earn up to 20-30 % of your annual salary through a performance Bonus. You will then be provided with car, travel , life cover & the company pension plan.  If you have researched Canada and understand what the market and lifestyle brings then connect with us.

Candidates must have a clear track record at the level we are after for reputable Tier 1’s.

If you feel this role is you then please send a word formatted CV to:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com and a member of the team will connect