238 jobs found in Leicester

My client are a social housing association who provide housing across the midlands, London and the South East offering a range of solutions for those in need. They now manage around 24000 homes and require an Area Surveyor to join their team. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: - To inspect the housing stock and building works, prepare term contract schedules and specifications; compile tender/contract documentation to deliver repairs on demand and improvement works to a range of buildings. - Carry out pre and post inspection surveys. - Carry out void surveys and compile the full schedule of works required. - To ensure that the properties are maintained and improved to the required standards, within authorised budgets and agreed timescales. - Ensure contractors and suppliers perform to specification and contractual terms. - Ensure that the client's and Co-operative's Health & Safety responsibilities and policies are pursued wherever applicable. - Manage insurance claims related to property. - Prepare detailed specifications and tender documentation for repairs on demand and minor improvement works ensuring service standards are achieved. - Assist in consultations with customers in relation to all planned and cyclical works, and actively participate in the tenants meetings in order to ensure the delivery of a customer focused service. - Carry out full contract administration for projects under control ensuring certificates are accurately issued within the timescale and payments are processed in time. - Arrange and chair regular contracts and site meetings with contractors employed by the client, monitor and assess their performance, and accurately record the meetings. - Prepare annual budget proposals in relation to planned maintenance, Decent Homes and cyclical painting programmes. - Ensure aids and adaptation work is carried out promptly with effective liaison with customers and Occupational Therapists. - Prepare reports, and attend Co-operative Committee meetings which are normally out of office hours. - Ensure that the policies and procedures, codes of conduct and initiatives relating to customer care, personnel management, financial regulations, and health and safety are fully implemented. - Carry out other duties as directed and commensurate with the grading of the role. - Comply with the Health & Safety Policy, ensuring own and others health and safety. Qualifications: 1. Educated to HNC or equivalent in building or a construction related discipline or previous experience in a construction maintenance environment Skills: 1. Excellent communication skills 2. Customer focused 3. Prioritises and multi-tasks effectively to meet deadlines 4. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships 5. Ensures policies and procedures are adhered to 6. Excellent organisational and planning skills 7. Able to work to deadlines 8. Organised and structured approach to work 9. Able to work with minimum supervision 10. Able to prioritise own workload and that of others 11. Ability to work on own initiative whilst maintaining a team ethos 12. A clear commitment to equal opportunities and diversity, the ability to recognise discrimination in all its forms 13. Possession of a valid driving licence and daily access to a car for business use 14. Computer literate (e.g. Microsoft package - Outlook/email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the use of databases 15. Ability to climb ladders 16. Ability to climb scaffolding- Desirable Knowledge: 1. Knowledge of property management systems (Northgate or similar)- Desirable 2. Knowledge of social housing/housing management- Desirable 3. Knowledge of housing maintenance, repair specifications, diagnosing defects, remedial works, etc. 4. Practical knowledge of contract administration and detailed working knowledge of JCT standard form of contracts 5. Use of Asset management programmes such as Keystone Experience: 1) Experience of scheduling building / planned maintenance works and contract administration 2) Experience of collating SAP / condition information 3) Experience of communicating with service users, staff and other agencies Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

Contract Junior Highway Technician job in Leicester paying a competitive hourly rate Your new company This company, acting as a highway authority, has a responsibility to manage, maintain and repair the highway across Leicestershire. As part of this, they must plan, schedule and undertake road works to ensure the network is maintained. They complete this works in accordance to other relevant legislation and codes of practice, such as permit schemes. Your new role As the Technician within the department, you will be supporting the delivery of companies responsibilities by categorising, creating and prioritising work packages, responding to customer enquiries and facilitating the scheduling of road works. You will be liaising with Supervisors and receive and provide information related to the scheduling of works, including provisions requested by the network management service. What you'll need to succeed As a confident and aspiring Technician, you will be able to work within a commercial environment, demonstrating personable attributes, such as problem solving abilities, to enable you to be successful in the position. You will be qualified with an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, preferably within Civil Engineering. What you'll get in return This is a great opportunity for a Junior Level and aspiring Engineer/Technician, who has the potential to thrive within this industry. You will benefit from a generous hourly rate and have the opportunity to be in contention for a permanent job at a point during the placement. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Purpose CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Multi Skilled Mechanical bias Project Manager to join one of our client's teams based in Midlands (location will be specified). This is a key appointment within the account that will require this individual to demonstrate an understanding of the client's requirements. Key Tasks 1 Provide leadership in identifying and specifying project opportunities and in delivering contractual commitments on secured projects. 2 Ensure that opportunities for the strategic development of projects are exploited to deliver increased turnover and profitability. 3 To deliver projects to completion on time and on budget and to the satisfaction of all parties. 4 To identify, reduce and manage all risks (technical, statutory, health and safety, commercial or otherwise) associated with each and every project. 5 Ensure compliance with company's policies and procedures. 6 Ensure the provision of healthy and safe working conditions and that both clients and Company health and safety policy and process is effectively implemented across both company and subcontractors activities. 7 To build strong relationships with sub-contractors, preferred suppliers to ensure cost effective solutions which meets our quality expectations can be delivered to our clients whilst managing the risk. 8 Working with other Operational managers to ensure the collaborative development of the projects. 9 Development of project financial plans for revenue and profit delivery. 10 Ensure positive cash flow through the upfront agreement of a relevant payment schedule and the submission of timely invoices/applications for payment. 11 Manage the delivery of projects within agreed budget requirements with the target to maximise profit through cost reductions and better buying of sub-contractor services. 12 Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met. 13 Promoting and maintaining the core values of CBRE. 14 Supporting the sales process through solutions development, participation in presentations and consultation meetings. Essential Qualifications and Experience Project Management, Building Services or equivalent qualifications Proven track record of Project Management experience in the Office Fit out. Excellent team player. Client facing skills. Good understanding of mechanical, electrical, IT, security and plumbing installations. Proficient in Microsoft Office: Project, Power Point, Excel, Word. Ability to demonstrate logical processes, with good analytical skills and judgment, along with initiative. Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload. Good communication skills at all levels. Work well under pressure.

Purpose To work in a Team, driving the efficient delivery of the maintenance function to deliver on statutory and contract SLA's. Main Duties and Responsibilities 1 Work within a team of Engineers ensuring the highest standards and CBRE competencies are delivered and demonstrated. 2 Deliver Portfolio PPM and Reactive Works. 3 Ensure the Client, Customer and Team are 'kept in the loop' through feedback and regular updates. 4 Drive the Team to deliver a quality service, aiming for 100% satisfaction of the Customer. 5 Provide technical support, advice and guidance to the Customer and Team. 6 Ensure best value for money to the Client by ensuring accuracy within the Team by checking resource and materials are suitable to effectively deliver the service. 7 Ensure safe delivery of all CBRE works, including those of our service partners. 8 Ensure accuracy and delivery within SLA of all works. 9 Ensure continuity of service by controlling resource and cover. 10 Produce and validate quotations for Regional minor works. 11 Ensure harmony and integrated work ethics within the Contract Support 12 Liaise with CBRE Regional Office Contract Support, Supervisors, Managers, and Sub-Contractors to deliver work to the highest standard within SLA, as required. 13 Build and foster relationships with the Client, Customer, and other CBRE colleagues. 14 Collate and submit audit appeal evidence. 15 Take ownership of the site service delivering exceptional service to the customer. 16 Accurately update and amend the Portfolio Portal. 17 Ensure full transparency of the service to the Customer. PERSON SPECIFICATION Education [Essential] Good secondary education, with GCSE passes in Maths and English. Training [Essential]City and Guilds electrical qualification's including 17th edition. [Desirable] Relevant Gas Safe qualifications. [Desirable] Relevant F-Gas qualifications. [Desirable] Relevant Fabric qualifications. Experience [Essential] 3 Years' experience in a similar role Background in site engineering/property maintenance. Aptitudes Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills Exceptional customer service A good standard of written and verbal communication skills Sound numeracy and computer literacy Ability to collate, interpret and communicate key issues from business data Ability to prioritise tasks Adaptable and flexible work ethos Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to remain calm under pressure Results oriented Demonstrable leadership qualities Ability to foster team work and lead by example. Character Committed to the delivery of excellence to customer service Strongly Demonstrates CBRE Competencies Be able to respond immediately in a crisis Calm manner, able to work under pressure and against rapidly changing demands and priorities Able to make sound decisions when needed, and take accountability for outcomes Detail conscious, methodical and intuitive in approach A team player, able to work and foster relationships with the Client, Customers, CBRE colleagues, CBRE Service Partners and Suppliers Demonstrate the highest ethical standards when dealing with customers, suppliers and the Team Delivers on commitments and promises Earns the confidence and trust of others Shows respect for others Goes the 'extramile' to deliver results Continually seeks ways to improve how things are done Self-motivated Learns from mistakes and implements change to avoid repetition Can change a pre-planned schedule to fit in with changing demands Uses initiative to resolve unexpected situations and requirements Proposes and implements new and different ways of doing things. Circumstances Be flexible to work outside core office hours from time to time, and travel (vehicle provided).

Bricklayer | Housing | City Centre | £19.00 p/hr | Long term A housing developer with a development based in Leicester city centre are looking for a bricklayer for both a long term contracts. You must have previous experience working on a housing site. You will need a valid qualification tickets, and able to travel to the area on a daily basis. £19.00 per hour - This is negotiable on your experience. If you are looking for work or know someone who is, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the Leicester office. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We currently have an opportunity for a Repairs and Voids Surveyor to join our dedicated team in the Midlands and we really want to hear from you if; You are a team player with knowledge of housing maintenance, repair specifications, diagnosing defects and remedial works; Are customer focused with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships; Have an organised and structured approach to work; Are able to work with minimum supervision and plan and prioritise your own workload and the workload of others; Have the ability to work on your own initiative whilst maintaining a team ethos. This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as an integral part of a dedicated repairs and voids team. You will provide a comprehensive surveying resource for the Assets Department, covering all aspects of Responsive Repairs, Major Works and Voids. Within this role you will be responsible for inspecting housing stock and building works with a view to preparing specifications and compiling tender / contract documentation to delivery repair and void works; working within authorised budgets and to agreed quality standards and ensuring that contractors and suppliers perform to specification and contractual terms. You will also be expected to manage insurance claims related to properties, limit risk to the organisation through working knowledge of legislation risk management and specify, authorise and manage works to completion, carrying out pre and post inspections. The successful candidate will be a strong team player who puts customers first, will be qualified to a HNC standard (or equivalent) as a minimum and will have a positive 'can do' attitude. You will be highly organised with a passion for service excellence and continuous improvement and will be a strong communicator who is confident when liaising with people at all levels. Being capable of working to deadlines is essential as is having knowledge of housing maintenance, repair specifications, diagnosing defects and remedial works. You will ideally also have strong knowledge of social housing management and of housing / property management systems (Northgate or similar). You must have a valid driving licence and daily access to a car for business use. We recognise that people are at the heart of our business and that success is dependant on enthusiastic and committed colleagues. We make sure they feel supported and encourage a culture of opportunity and learning to enable colleagues to fulfil their potential and make a real difference to peoples lives every day. In return for your commitment you can expect a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme and employee discount scheme. As a responsible employer we take the health and wellbeing of our colleagues seriously, and are currently implementing a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme. Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

Position - Labourer This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Search Consultancy who are operating as an employment business. We are seeking to recruit numerous experienced Labourers for a building project in Leicester city centre. Successful applicants will have a variety of duties to do in their role as a Labourer such as keeping site clean and tidy, moving materials, assisting tradesmen and any other labouring duties as and when required. A valid CSCS Card is essential for this role and references will need to be provided. If you wish to apply for this role as a CSCS carded Labourer please forward your CV for consideration or call and ask for Chris. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Position - Bricklayer This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Search Consultancy who are operating as an employment business. We are seeking to recruit a couple of experienced Bricklayers for a building project in Leicester city centre. Duties to include formation and infill of door openings, brickwork repairs and building a two storey extension. A valid CSCS Card is essential for this role and references will need to be provided. If you wish to apply for this role as a CSCS carded Bricklayer please forward your CV for consideration or call for more information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Reed Hospitality and Leisure are working with the Local Authority to find a Multi Skilled Operatives for ongoing temporary work in Leicester. Work will involve travelling across Leicester performing improvements on properties. The required experience will be someone with a multi skilled background. Repairing Kitchens Basic Plumbing work Plaster patching Wall tiling Assembling and fitting kitchen units The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the building trade and have a full UK driving licence as a work van will be provided. Working hours will be 37 hours a week. Between 9 and 5 Monday to Friday. What we can offer you: Weekly pay Holiday Pay Pension Scheme Reed Rewards Reed Discount club Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

My client is looking for a very experienced Joiner with extensive experience in new builds. NVQ 1 and 2 qualification, City and Guilds or equivalent, must be time served 1st & 2nd fix carpentry experience with high-end finish is highly desirable Punctual, flexible, neat appearance & personable Knowledge & compliance with H&S procedures CSCS card Own tools Own Transport What we offer: Competitive remuneration depending on skills and qualification Long-term project Opportunities for learning and development Friendly team

Are you a skilled roadworker? At Reed we may have just the opportunity for you. We are currently looking for skilled roadworker's to work with the local authority based out of Beaumont leys in Leicester. All work is local and ongoing. Do you have experience in any of the following: Tarmacing Laying Curbs Block paving/Slabbing Drainage Concreting Both CSCS card and Streetworks tickets are preferred. Reed can offer flexible working, a dedicated recruitment consultant, great rates of weekly pay. Holiday pay, pension, reed rewards and reed discount club. Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

Reed Hospitality and leisure are currently working with the local authority to find skilled plasterers to work across Leicester. Essential: At least two years experience of plastering Desirable: Knowledge of other trades The hours will be 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. What we can offer you: Competitive salary Weekly pay Holiday pay Reed rewards Reed discount club Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

Reed Hospitality and leisure are currently working with the local authority to find skilled Carpenters to work across Leicester. Essential: Driving licence as travel across Leicester is required (work van and tools provided) Over two years experience working as a carpenter Desirable: Experience with other trades The hours will be 37 hours a week Monday to Friday What we can offer you: Competitive salary Weekly pay Holiday pay Reed rewards Reed discount club Reed Specialist Recruitment Limited is an employment agency and employment business

Our client is a leading Structural Engineering Design Consultancy who have a reputation for creative design. Due to the continued development of their Midlands office they are looking for graduate engineer with 3 years commercial experience. This position is for Structural Design Engineer who has experience on working building structures experience. This position is to work on reinforced concrete, timber, masonry and steel framed buildings. As an engineer you will be used to working within a team and working closely with architects to develop creative solutions. You will have worked on preliminary and detailed designs, as well as providing drawings. If you are interested in hearing more this Structural Design Engineer role, or you would like to apply for this position please contact Guy at the Appoint Group on or email: