Heidelberg Materials UK

Major Projects Manager

Heidelberg Materials UK  •  Chipping Sodbury, GB (Hybrid)  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.

We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.

At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Projects Manager – Finance

Location: Chipping Sodbury (Hybrid working)

Salary - We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and are happy to share details on request with interested candidates.

About Heidelberg Materials International Business Centre

The Heidelberg Materials (HM) International Business Service Centre (BSC) provides high‑quality administrative, transactional, and accounting services to HM companies internationally. The BSC plays a key role in enabling growth, efficiency, and consistency across our global operations.

Our Chipping Sodbury office is located close to the market town of Yate, offering a range of local amenities and attractions. Set within picturesque rural surroundings, it provides an idyllic and welcoming workspace environment. The location also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to both the M4 and M5, making commuting convenient from a wide area. In addition to the setting, employees benefit from free onsite parking and an onsite café, contributing to a comfortable and supportive working environment.

We are seeking a Finance Projects Manager to support the delivery of finance transformation activity, including the transition of key processes (such as Purchase to Pay, Budget to Report and Order to Cash) into our international Business Service Centre (BSC).

Reporting to a Senior Programme Manager, you will take ownership of specific projects or workstreams, delivering them end‑to‑end with strategic direction and oversight. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within a structured transformation environment while contributing to the evolution of our finance operating model. Working closely with stakeholders across Finance, Operations and the BSC, you will play a key role in ensuring successful transitions and consistent, efficient ways of working.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

  • Managing the delivery of assigned finance transition projects or workstreams
  • Supporting the planning and coordination of activities into the BSC
  • Ensuring processes are documented and transitioned with appropriate controls
  • Engaging with stakeholders across finance, operations and shared services
  • Identifying risks, issues and dependencies, and escalating where appropriate
  • Supporting process improvements and standardisation initiatives
  • Ensuring knowledge transfer and stabilisation of services post‑transition

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Qualified or part‑qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent), or able to demonstrate equivalent technical knowledge
  • Experience supporting or delivering finance‑related projects or process improvements
  • Good understanding of accounting principles and finance operations
  • Ability to work across teams in a collaborative, cross‑functional environment
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage own workload
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proactive and structured approach to task and project delivery

Desirable

  • Exposure to finance transformation, centralisation or shared services environments
  • Project management qualification (APM, Prince2, Agile, PMP) or working towards one
  • Experience with ERP systems or finance tools
  • Experience working in a large or multi‑site organisation

Working Pattern & Travel

  • Primarily office‑based, with flexibility to work from home when appropriate
  • Occasional international travel may be required; a valid passport is essential

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

  • Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | DisabilityConfident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | ClearAssured | STEMAmbassador | MPQC Member
  • Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
  • Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
  • Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
  • Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities
Heidelberg Materials UK

About Heidelberg Materials UK

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is a leading supplier of lower carbon heavy building materials to the construction industry. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, sand and gravel), asphalt, cement, concrete and recycled materials. Our principal markets are the major conurbations in England and Wales and the central belt of Scotland. We employ around 3,500 people in jobs ranging from specialist and professional managers through to production operatives.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Maidenhead, GB
Year Founded
1964
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