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We have a very busy winter ahead and are looking for staff to help manage the workload. We supply & install log cabins and fully insulated garden rooms. Experience required in general building and working with timber buildings. Full time position/s available with immediate start. Full drivers license essential. Based @ Denham, Uxbridge. Salary dependant on experience. Carpenter / Builder & Log Cabin Fitter

Curriculum Manager - Construction Full time (37hrs per week for 52wks per year), permanent Salary; £42,420 - £44,440 per annum Location; Rotherham College, Rotherham   The RNN Group incorporates Rotherham College, North Notts College and Dearne Valley College. We are based in Bassetlaw and South Yorkshire regions and aim to help local businesses succeed and individuals learn their way to career security, fulfilment and enhancement. Whatever role they are in, our staff are skilled, effective and dedicated to delivering or supporting outstanding education or training. If you are passionate, driven and enthusiastic with a desire to work in a friendly, innovation and forward-thinking organisation which makes a positive impact then this is the role for you.   The Role You will have responsibility for the Construction provision at Rotherham College, which includes Joinery, Plumbing and Brick trades.  You will be required to provide dynamic leadership in the day to day operations in of these areas.  Working as the as lead for Construction at Rotherham College, you will play a significant part in linking with the local authority and local employers in supporting the towns Economic Growth Plan. In this challenging role you will be required to have the skills and vision to continually develop the curriculum, ensuring that the offer meets the needs of learners, employers and addresses local and commercial priorities. Our main goal is to ensure that our learners have great learning experiences, achieve outstanding success and develop the work skills for their future.   Have you got what it takes? In this role, you will be required to have the skills and vision to continually develop and adapt the curriculum, ensuring that the offer meets the needs of learners, employers and addresses local priorities. You will need to be a dynamic curriculum manager who can lead and inspire. You should have experience of managing curriculum within Construction trades and have a vocational qualification in either Brick, Joinery or Plumbing and a teaching qualification.  You must be able to demonstrate a track record of making improvements along with experience of leading and performance managing teams.    Why work for us? Access to teacher pension Up to 50 days annual leave per year Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles Parking available at all of our sites Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications RNN Group’s main goal is to be an ‘outstanding’ education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too; Respect, Support, Inclusion, Excellence and Partnership. We celebrate diversity and are proud to have been recognised as Investors in Diversity for our work on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.  We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, faith or disability. We are also proud to be part of the Disability Confidence Scheme. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. All new employees will be required undertake a DBS check.   Closing date: Monday 28 September 2020 – if you are shortlisted for this post you will be contacted within a week of the closing date.

Programme Development Specialist Full Time Location: Guildford Salary: £33,940 - £37,334 Closing date: 07/09/2020   Your new role We currently have a new opportunity for a Programme Development Specialist to join our Programme Development Team in Guildford.  Within this role you will be managing and coordinating a robust and systemic programme development and value management (VM) process for the region, ensuring investment proposals and emerging solutions meet intended outcomes and provide the best lifecycle value. What you’ll be leading on Manage and facilitate the development of the region’s 5-10 years forward programme of work, coordinating inputs and activities across multiple regional teams (e.g. Route Management and Asset Needs Management). Ensure all relevant activities required in the development of the forward programme are well planned, managed and delivered within expected timescales and quality standards also ensuring that all supporting information and documents are effectively stored and controlled.  Manage the development of project briefs and business cases, ensuring business outcomes are clearly articulated, and that all necessary stakeholders (e.g. engineering, design, delivery, supply chain teams etc.) are consulted on the development of the proposed solution. Manage the project brief and business case approval process, liaising with Route Managers and other stakeholders (e.g. Asset Needs teams) to manage timescales and impacts on the forward programme planning process. Project Manage and coordinate feasibility studies and activities involved in early solution development. Manage the existing Road Investment Strategy programme - extensive and regular liaison with Major Projects to ensure management of Client Scheme Requirements to ensure correct outcomes are achieved. Manage work from consultants and delivery partners to ensure it is being delivered to time and within budget.  Assist in the management of stakeholders expectations.   To be successful Strong understanding of relevant technical asset policies and strategies Knowledge of Scheme/Project identification and development of a forward programme Asset management decision making (capital investment, lifecycle costs, value optimisation, service availability optimisation, social & economic knowledge) Good commercial and financial acumen, including budget management Evidence of working successfully with internal and external stakeholders   A bit about us At Highways England, safety is our number one priority. It is one of our core values, as well as a behaviour we expect from our people. Our vision is that everyone who uses our roads, as well as those who work for us, get home, safe and well. Our  Home Safe and Well approach  sets out our commitments and how our employees can contribute. Working for us, you’ll recognise the behaviours required to achieve our vision, and help create a fair and just culture for us all. You should be able to fully understand the hazards and risks that are involved in your work, and follow our procedures safely. We want you to feel able to raise health, safety and wellbeing concerns with your colleagues, and to challenge unsafe conditions or behaviours   wherever you see them. We’re always seeking to improve our performance, and want you to be at the heart of that - helping us all get home safe and well.    Why you should join us At Highways England we believe in a connected country. We are passionate about creating a culture where colleagues feel connected, included and enjoy greater wellbeing to achieve this.  We’re proud that as an organisation we are continually striving to do better and actively encourage and support our colleagues to do the same with their careers.   So if you put safety first, take ownership of your work, show passion for what you do, work effectively in a team, and demonstrate integrity in how you do it – then you’ll be a great fit for our organisation And finally And finally we reserve the right to close before the advertised closing date, so we recommend completing your application as soon as possible. Want to know more? Take a look at the role profile below!   Job Purpose  To deliver a robust and systemic programme development and value management process for the Region, ensuring investment proposals and emerging solution designs meet intended outcomes and provide the best lifecycle value.    Key Accountabilities   To work with key stakeholder to develop the region’s 5-10 years forward programme of work, coordinating inputs and activities across multiple regional teams (e.g. Route Management and Asset Needs Management).  To develop scheme project briefs and business cases for the forward programme, ensuring business outcomes are clearly articulated, and that all necessary stakeholders (e.g. engineering, design, delivery, supply chain teams etc.) provide inputs and are consulted on the development of proposed solutions / designs.  To develop packages of work for scheme delivery suppliers (e.g. Design suppliers), ensuring that these accurately reflect the work required to address the asset need.  To project manage and coordinate feasibility studies and activities involved in early solution development.  To manage programme development related activities within expected timescales and quality standards, ensuring activities are well planned and coordinated and that all supporting information and documents are effectively stored and controlled.  To control the region’s project brief and business case approval process, liaising with Route Managers to manage timescales and impacts on the forward programme planning process.  To provide technical value management (VM) knowledge to assess proposed solutions / designs against overall costs and benefits; present proposals and recommendations to stakeholders (e.g. Route Managers, Asset Engineers) to agree sustainable solutions, with due regard to funding and delivery constraints.  To evaluate VM implications for in-flight projects with significant design and/or scope deviation, and provide recommendations to inform management decision making.  Recommend opportunities to improve programme development and VM processes and approaches; champion and share best practice, and promote compliance to recognised standards.  To ensure the health and safety needs and wellbeing of customers and employees are fully considered and accounted for throughout the planning and delivery of activities.  To carry out such other duties which are consistent with the nature and responsibilities of this role.  People management responsibilities  N/A  Budget management responsibilities  Facilitates the development of the region’s forward programme and overall budget  Key contacts/relationships/stakeholders managed  Regional Operations stakeholders – internal and external  Supply chain  Finance  Commercial & Procurement  Person Specification   Business Knowledge and Experience  Good understanding of relevant technical asset policies and strategies   Good understanding of VM processes and costs benefits analysis in a similar business environment   Good commercial and financial acumen   Good knowledge of project management disciplines  Functional / Technical Skills   Engineering qualifications / accreditation OR significant demonstrable experience in a comparable role  Identification and use of appropriate metrics for analysis and interpretation of information   Investment appraisal and optimisation techniques; value-for-money processes, criteria and financial evaluation methods   Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks  Knowledge of sustainability principles and the application of sustainable development  Stakeholder management  Values and Behaviours   Embrace the organisation’s values and model associated behaviours:   Safety:  Keep ourselves and others safe, above all else  Passion:  Deliver with energy and pace, care about what we do, continuously improve and innovate, provide great service in everything we do  Integrity:  Open, honest and professional, respect and value the contribution others make, do what we say, always do the right thing  Teamwork:  Work together effectively to achieve our goals, work efficiently and flexibly, listen to others and communicate clearly  Ownership:  Take accountability, learn from failure and celebrate success, agree stretching goals and delivering them, maintain focus on our imperatives      Health & Safety   Be responsible and accountable for the health and safety of yourself and those you work with. Maintain familiarity with all relevant safe working procedures and instructions. Be willing to raise health and safety issues with your line-manager and to challenge unsafe conditions or behaviour amongst your colleagues.  

Permanent, Full Time Based in or around the Darlington area Good track record required Good starting salary, based upon experience Possible bonuses dependant upon performance Some weekend work may be required.   Gain Consultants Ltd are seeking to appoint a site manager initially based in Darlington, but potential to be involved in sites at various locations around the UK. The ideal candidate must have experience managing sites on residential conversion projects and adhere to exceptional levels of health & safety whilst also having a strong book of reliable contacts and traders to employ and work alongside.   Site Manager Responsibilities: Involvement and management in entire project, from pricing to final completion Agree and manage the contractors/staff, equipment, plant and subcontract requirements for the site Implement and adhere to health & safety standards Attend regular update meetings with the directors Negotiate contracts and work schedules Dealing with all required professionals and external surveyor visits     Skills: Understanding of the building and construction process Contractor management Strong book of reliable contacts Basic computer skills Having the ability to read drawings Ability to work independently and with a team Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written   Please send CVs to Ella Coe at e.coe@gain.build

Façade Engineer (Rainscreen) - London or Wolverhampton   £45,000 - £50,000 + Progression + Relocation Package + Sponsorship + Excellent Company Benefits London A  highly successful specialist façade engineering practice specialises in the façade design of prestigious projects across a range of sectors. They currently have a vacancy for a Facade engineer with a wealth of façade and industry experience and expertise who is keen to join them in their London or Wolverhampton office on a full-time permanent basis. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Masters Degree in Façade Engineering. Minimum five years post qualification experience in the façade industry. Ability to write detailed technical reports for which English language and grammar skills must be at the highest level. Ability to communicate clearly in client-facing technical meetings. The salary bracket is  up to  £50k however if the candidate has around ten years’ experience there is some flexibility. The role (possibly more than one) can be either at our Wolverhampton or London office (if the latter, a weighting allowance would be added). They are a Tier 2 sponsor so can accept overseas applicants. Role and responsibilities: Attend site to carry out an intrusive investigation to identify the materials used that form the façade. During this site attendance you will be working with a façade operative who will be present to remove samples of the materials as directed by you. You will be responsible for ensuring that samples taken are clearly identified with their locations as they may need to be sent for laboratory testing. During site attendance you will make sufficient notes and sketches and take photographs to enable you to compile a comprehensive report on your return to the office for submission to the Client. During site attendance you will also identify the type and location of cavity barriers and fire stops. You will also have an awareness of other factors that influence façade failure e.g. panel detachment, workmanship issues etc. Where factors present an immediate risk to health and safety you will bring these to the urgent attention of the Client. Benefits: Company Events Flexible Schedule Free or Subsidised Travel Gym Membership On-site Parking Private Medical Insurance Work From Home Location: London or Wolverhampton Sector: Building & Construction Job type: Permanent Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Plus Excellent Benefits Contact Email : uma@ucaconsulting.uk  Startdate: ASAP Please call  us any enquires or more details about this role Mob :  077 382 97 981 or Land Phone 020 8429 5138

Quantity Surveyor- Residential – Commercial & Brickwork Experience Must Industry:  Construction Job Type:  Permanent Location:  Uckfield, East Sussex Salary:  Dependant on experience.    Our client is brickwork contractor working predominantly in the South East, who are highly regarded within our industry. Company will take on a range of different contracts ranging from housing to commercial developments usually in the region of £500,000 to £3 million. The company is made up of 3 directors along with a number of quantity surveyors and administrators. The Role & Responsibilities: Measuring and estimating. Preparing valuations for interim application for payment including variations. Preparing and negotiating final accounts. Remeasure Bill of Quantities. Pricing variation orders and charging the client accordingly. Monitoring costs to ensure works are within budgets. Preparing contract claims information. Visit live sites to ensure works are running correctly. Document control. Understand the implications of health and safety regulations. Negotiating costs and prices. Attending on-site meetings. Attending sites at least once a month for valuations. Producing cost value reconciliations. Awareness of SMM. General administrative duties. Ensure contract cash flow is maintained. Preparing turnover and profit forecasts. About you: A minimum of 4 years experience as a quantity surveyor. Knowledge of brickwork is essential. You will be highly motivated, have a high attention to detail, excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritise efficiently and be reliable. Ability to work in a dynamic and pressurised environment. Team worker Ability to work on own initiative Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel) Other details: The salary is negotiable depending on experience, please indicate your desired salary range in your covering letter. Experience: Quantity Surveying: 4 years (Required) Driving license Benefits Private Medical Health Insurance Business Mileage Critical illness cover Company pension Job Type: Permanent Salary: £45,000.00 - £55,000.00 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Experience: Quantity Surveying: 4 years (Required) Licence: full driving (Required) Work remotely:  

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with experience in residential house building to join our House Building division to carry out the following duties Sub-contractor payments Sub-Contractor valuations and measures Sub-Contractor package production, tendering and negotiation Material take offs, tenders and procurement Plant and equipment ordering Full cost control of projects   The following are minimum requirements for the role: BSc or HND in Quantity Surveying Good academics At least 5 years’ experience working for a Building Contractor or Housebuilder as a Quantity surveyor Full proficiency in Excel/Word   Package to include: Excellent basic salary + car allowance + bonus Please email your CV to rebecca@walburycommercial.co.uk

We are seeking a planning manger to assist with obtaining residential planning permission on a variety of sites. The subject sites are a mix of brownfield and greenfield sites located throughout Northern England. Reporting directly to the directors, the role will be to oversee the planning application process on a number of residential developments. From arranging initial sketch plans through to the submission of full planning applications with supporting documents and reports from key consultants you will coordinate the architect firms and associated consultants to obtain viable planning approvals on various residential schemes. General duties to include; Procure, manage and liaise with architects and planning consultants Coordinate various consultants throughout the planning application process ensuring reports are prepared within set deadlines Negotiate terms of engagement with external consultants to include architects, engineers, ecological surveyors, etc Working in conjunction with our land buyer to obtain beneficial terms for the company in land buying negotiations Liaising with landowners and stakeholders with updates and periodic reports Liaise with Local Authority departments; planning, building control, Highways, etc Attend planning meetings and present compelling arguments to obtain a successful outcome Writing appeal statements and attending Hearings/Inquiries Arrange for discharge of planning conditions   Skills/attributes Minimum of 10 years experience in a town planning or architect role An understanding of planning policy on national and local level Some previous experience in residential planning schemes Excellent presentation skills Ability to build strong, effective long term relationships with consultants Ability to negotiate and represent the company to a variety of consultants and authorities Flexible and approachable manner   Salary   Excellent basic (subject to experience) and benefits package   This is a challenging and rewarding role for a dynamic and ambitious individual. Please send your c.v. to Rebecca@walburycommercial.co.uk      

At Ridge, our culture is open and friendly, aligned very much to a ‘people business’ rather than a big global organisation. You will certainly NOT be a small cog in a big machine here! We are proud Ridge people who successfully strive to make a difference. We have consistently grown our business over the last ten years to over 600 people and the pipeline shows that growth being maintained. THE OPPORTUNITY Due to our continuing success and growth, Ridge are now looking for a Building Surveyor to join this successful and talented Property Consultancy team. A career in the Property Consultancy team at Ridge will offer you a high level of intellectual challenge and the opportunity to grow and progress in a growing and extremely exciting sector. MAIN DUTIES The Property Consultancy team has four core area of work for a variety of clients. Your role would involve providing or assisting with the following services: Asset Intelligence Managing large scale stock condition surveys Assessing asset performance (including NPV modelling) Preparing asset related inputs for business plans Developing and prioritising works programmes Undertaking asset management database appraisals Advising on best practice data management Asset Management Developing or updating asset management strategies Producing procurement options and strategies Carrying out organisational health-checks and skills audits Undertaking options appraisal and feasibility studies Preparing policy and procedure documentation Assisting with asset management strategy implementation Development and Regeneration Preparation of development strategies Undertaking development appraisals Identifying potential development opportunities Options appraisals and modelling Strategic Advisory Providing strategic advice and support in connection with: Stock transfers, rationalisation, disposal, mergers and acquisitions Staffing structures Interim management Health & Safety and compliance reviews Training, mentoring and development Process mapping Inhouse workforce and contractor performance reviews Value for money appraisals Audit and in-depth assessment preparation SKILLS REQUIRED Appropriate qualifications such as RICS, CIOB, Chartered Institute of Housing would be highly desirable Strong understanding of residential construction technology and modern methods of construction Experience of undertaking surveys and assessments of residential property Experience of pre and post contract processes for residential refurbishment and new build projects Knowledge of asset management principals and best practice would be desirable but not essential You will be of an analytical mind and high level of intellect – combining excellent written and oral skills to produce considered and robust reports and recommendations. It is anticipated the role will require initial and on-going training in areas where knowledge may be limited. This will be fully supported by Ridge to gain this expertise. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? At Ridge we invest heavily in our biggest assets……..our people. And as you will find out from day one in your Ridge career, you will be handsomely rewarded: Private Healthcare Car allowance Life Assurance Pension scheme Highly competitive salary 25 days holiday Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme Excellent work / life balance This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business offering excellent career progression prospects. ABOUT US Ridge is an award winning, UK top 20 multi-discipline property and construction consultancy with over 600 people. Core disciplines include Project Management, Cost Management, Building Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Building Services Maintenance Management, Property Consultancy, Architecture, Health & Safety, Sustainability, Expert Witness Advisory Services, Traffic & Transportation, Infrastructure Commercial Management, Geo-Environmental. In addition, we provide property consultancy expertise for asset management, procurement, planned maintenance programmes, innovative strategies and holistic delivery planning. We maintain a spread of projects across all public and private sector markets from social housing to Formula One which is the essence of our strength in the depth and diverse range of our activity. All services are accredited to BS EN ISO 9001:2015 for quality, ISO 14001 environmental and ISO 45001 Health & Safety. Ridge has been successfully operating since 1946 and now employs over 600 people in 11 offices across the UK and has delivered projects in 75 countries worldwide. Tagged as: asset management, building survey

Quantity Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor - Construction - London Our client, a medium sized building construction contractor are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on construction projects in and around London. Projects are predominately high end residential, refurbishments, although they work on prestigious commercial contracts as well. This is an excellent opportunity for the successful Quantity Surveyor to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of projects. Location: Central London Remuneration andpound55,000 - andpound85,000 per annum plus benefits Requirements 5+ Years of Quantity Surveying experience Building Construction background JCT  & NEC forms of contract knowledge Monthly Valuations and CVRs Final Account  Resolution Provide Value Management advice Ensure monthly WIPS figures are accurate and on time Manage Contractual Correspondence Identify Claim Situations Ensure contractual Obligations are complied with Actively ensure compliance with Site Operations Plan and procedures Review and manage procurement handover with internal project team Responsible for Administration of Contract Documents If you are interested in hearing more please contact info@quantitysurveyorjobs.co.uk We specialise in QS, Cost managers, Quantity Surveyor jobs, Quantity Surveying in London and UK Wide. We cover Construction, Residential, Commercial, fit-out, joinery, groundworks, Civil Engineering, PQS Consultancy, M&E Quantity Surveyors, Assistant Quantity Surveying Jobs, Project Quantity Surveyors and more.

Building Surveyor A multi-disciplinary Private Practice based in London is seeking a client-facing Building Surveyor to join their rapidly growing team. Our client is looking for someone who is committed to delivering work of the best quality and who will uphold the professional standards of the RICS. The successful Building Surveyor will carry out a broad variety of traditional building surveying services including specification writing, contract administration and schedules of condition whilst being responsible for building and maintaining client relationships. They must have an eye for detail and a thorough understanding of building defects, maintenance and repairs.  They need to have experience of: a wide range of structural and building defects preparing and presenting comprehensive, accurate survey reports providing clear, concise, justified conclusions working independently and within a team structure liaising with clients, both verbally and through written correspondence This consultancy primarily focuses on high-end residential refurbishment projects throughout West London and the West End and boasts both celebrity and high net-worth individuals as clients. The Successful Building Surveyor 3+ years industry experience Organised, and capable of handling multiple projects and clients Enrolled on the APC pathway A RICS accredited degree A positive, client-facing demeanour In Return? £40,000 - £45,000 Performance-based bonus Uncapped career progression Professional fees accounted for 25 days holiday + bank holidays Continued training and CPD Additional benefits If you're a Building Surveyor considering your career options, please contact us info@buildingsurveyorjobs.co.uk for an informative and confidential discussion. Building Surveyor / Assistant Building Surveyor / London / Surrey / MRICS / London / APC / RICS Recruitment Required skills Building Surveyor / Assistant Building Surveyor / London / UK / MRICS / London / APC

Contract Manager (Landscaping) – London £40,000 – £45,000 + Excellent Benefits UCA Consulting has been retained by this leading and established Landscape Design and Installation developer to grow their commercial team. They require two Contracts Managers to manage some of the most prestigious commercial clients in the South East and London. This will be a site based position and will consist of commercial landscaping around major developments. Here you will be expected to take day to day operational responsibility for a number of large contracts and oversee several teams of landscapers who carry out contracts ranging from £10k and £500k. You will have proven experience at a similar management level within the commercial soft landscape sector. You must have strong leadership, planning and organisational skills, good technical knowledge and the ability to maintain a highly motivated work force and work well under pressure are essential. In return the company is able to offer an attractive package which includes; car, phone, laptop, fuel and stay away allowance provided.

My client is a leading designer and manufacturer of engineered timber products. Operating from eight sites around the UK, its Timber Engineering business designs and manufactures Roof Trusses and Engineered Floors. Role We are looking for an Estimator to join our team based in Bristol. The role offers a great opportunity for someone with building experience to support our wide ranging customers with site measures and quotations. We are a fast-growing business who takes our people development responsibilities seriously. As part of this investment in people, we will provide the training and the tools needed for the role. Responsibilities These include (but are not exhaustive): To maintain customer liaison and provide a knowledgeable technical service both from the branch and as part of site visits. To interpret customer requirements and prepare appropriate quotations and provide any technical details that may be necessary. To generate enquiries from new and existing customers, to follow up quotations and obtain orders on behalf of the Company. Attributes Essential Previous experience of working in a similar role, using Mitek or other engineered software. Results orientated and able to get it right first time. Customer focussed with excellent customer service skills. Well-organised and able to work unsupervised and prioritise tasks. Good communication skills both written and verbal, and able to communicate effectively at all levels. Detail conscious and able to ensure work is completely accurately and within time constraints. Excellent PC skills including experience of MS Office. Full driving licence and able to travel across the SE/South Midland Region. Preferred Experience of working in a multi-site environment. Benefits These include: Salary dependant on experience 30 days holiday per year, including Bank Holidays rising to 33 after 1 years full service. Contributory Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Cover Childcare Voucher Scheme Hours of Work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8.00am to 5.00pm). Further Information Location – Bristol

Contracts Manager – Fantastic Career Opportunity The company My client is an established residential design and build main contractor based in South West London. Their niche is the residential market, working on both new build and refurbishment schemes. The main bulk of their work is renovations, basements, lofts and extensions, which includes luxury fit out and structural refurbishments in the more affluent areas of London. Their business model is extremely well managed, with a reputation for producing a quality project on time and budget, which results in a large amount of repeat business. The role Due to steady and controlled growth, They are keen to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to work alongside the MD as his “right hand man”. The Contracts Manager will have full responsibility for taking schemes from tender through to final completion and hand over, managing the whole construction process to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, to budget and that all work is carried out to the highest standards. Communicating effectively with the client and all parties involved in the projects. Background of the Contracts Manager The Contracts Manager will have a background and be extremely competent in both pre-and post construction to project completion. Other pre requisites are: · Main contracting background within the London market · Experience of working for a small to medium sized residential main contractor. · Technically sound, with a thorough understanding of residential design & build market. · Experience of running several sites concurrently · Strong management and communication skills · Commercially competent · Strong appreciation for health and safety, procedures and programme. · Comfortable with managing meetings and dealing with the client and their representatives. The opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Contracts Manager to lead a successful contractor into a period of controlled growth, with interesting expansion plans for the future. If interested, please send your CV with a covering letter.

Our client is an established consultancy who is going through a huge growth phase. A great opportunity to work for a growing company, which is looking to double in size in next 3-4 years, and open a London office. These roles would be suited towards professionals who are seeking fast career progression. They are interested in speaking to QS of all levels with experience in the following sectors; Nuclear Oil & Gas Green energy Utilities Biogas Building (traditional and commercial) FMCG Commercial Essential: Right to work in the UK Full UK driving licence Previous QS experience QS qualification (exceptions will be made for SQSs who have worked in the industry for a long time) Willingness to travel/ spend up to 4 nights away from home if required   Desired Previous consultancy experience Having held long-tenure positions previously For SQSs, previous management experience beneficial   What we can offer: Competitive Salary Generous pension PHI (inc. spouse and children) Company car/ car allowance 4 x DIS Insurance ALL costs covered for living away from home if required (Plus daily subsistence allowance)

Responsibilities: Brief, manage and drive the external consultants in the preparation and issue of information to an agreed programme, fee and scope. Prepare programmes and reporting. Ensure that working drawings are in accordance with the approved and ensure discharge of planning conditions. To monitor and control all production information in close liaison with the Engineers and Estimator to ensure tight cost controls are kept and information produced in line with budget estimates. Monitor and control the Professional Fees budget and update fee reports on monthly basis. Attend site progress meetings and carry out site inspection. Attend meetings at various stages of the projects General liaison and coordination between other parties, both internal and external. Attend Subcontractor interviews. Respond to queries and resolve Technical/Construction problems. Issuing drawings and information for construction purposes. Ensuring current drawings are filed/listed correctly. Adoption of roads and sewers. Personal Characteristics: Good technical knowledge of residential development including infrastructurerequirements. A working knowledge of Building Regulations advantageous. Understanding of Section 104 & 38 Agreements. The ability to get on with people together with communication, meeting and management skills essential in dealing with multi-disciplined teams. The ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective manner. Must have previous experience of working for a home builder

So, it’s now the 3rd month of 2018 and you’re still waiting to work on those meaningful projects… What should you do? Bide your time, keep your head down and hope that the powers that be are noticing? They did say at Xmas that they had big plans for this year… Or… Maybe it’s time to move on? We’re working with a modern, specialist joinery/carpentry firm based near Hitchin who are looking for their next SQS/Commercial Manager. They are looking for a SQS/Commercial Manager to come on board and eventually take ownership of the entire Commercial Dept. This is not a thrown into the deep end job. You will work closely with and have the support of the MD (learning the ins and outs of the business) during your first 3 to 6 months. As well as all the usual responsibilities the nature of the role means you’ll be an integral part of their team from day one and will be working on projects valued up to £1,000,000. Most importantly you will be responsible for all things commercial. Annual turnover last year was 8 mill and this is set to increase this year and when it does they will begin to build a team around you. If you have a minimum of ten years of experience, are based a maximum of 30 miles from Hitchin and fancy working for a company which values its employees as much as its customers then I would like to speak to you. Any fit out, joinery, carpentry experience would be a huge bonus. Salary is dependent upon experience, circa £60-75k pa plus all the usual benefits.

With a track record of delivering residential and education projects to private clients and high-end brands, our client has built up a large portfolio of impressive work/clients over the years. This role would suit an individual who has five years of post-graduate experience and aspires to quickly progress within a medium sized, reputable firm while working on excitingprojects within the residential and education sectors. The position would be reporting directly to the Commercial Manager and would require the successful candidate to manage several projects ranging from £3/4m to £100m. Experience/Qualifications The candidate needs to have a degree in Quantity Surveying and with at least five years post graduate experience. The candidate should have had this experience within construction ideally for a main contractor. Main QS Duties Prepare Cost Plans and Feasibility Studies including carrying out research where instructed to obtain specialist sub-contract and supplier cost information. Prepare tender documentation for varying types of construction procurement routes. Prepare Cashflow Forecasts and Capital Commitment Schedules (spreadsheet which captures all costs of the project not just construction costs). Run the tender analysis process following tender returns including drafting tender reports. Prepare Contract Documents and/or Letters of Intent. Prepare interim monthly valuations of work undertaken by appointed Building Contractor during Construction Phase of projects. Prepare Monthly Cost Reports and Final Accounts during Construction Phase of projects. Experience in the housebuilding, social housing or education sectors are not necessary but would be beneficial.

Contract Journal is growing, and fast. It’s a great opportunity to join our transformation! We’re recruiting for a construction news editor with a true passion for construction industry news, construction articles relating to main issues in the industry, construction trends and massive construction activity in the United Kingdom. Why Join our Construction News Team? The Construction News team covers two key areas of Contract Journal’s content – construction news stories and investigations across a wide range of construction industry trends, contract awards, plus in-depth features guides on such key topics as health and safety, construction law and more. It also runs the ContractJournal.co.uk homepage. Why Our Role? The Construction News Editor (News and Articles) has a key role at the heart of the team. We’re looking for a talented, hungry and experienced journalist or editor to help drive the site’s news and articles content.

The client is a construction specialist in the creation and refurbishment of several general buildings. They are also into property maintenance as well as surveying and technical reporting. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for management of Customer focused site teams, delivering projects safely, on time and within budget. Set and monitor Project KPI’s Make safe project operations Develop Method Statements & Risk Assessments Schedule the ordering of materials and components. Organise Labour and Plant resources Promote Safe systems of work QUALIFICATIONS SMSTS Preferably a graduate qualification in Construction Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role Experience in Cladding and roofing is essential First Aid Computer Literacy is essential, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project. CSCS Card Promote development & Training including personal development

Company My client operates a network of estate agencies across Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Middlesex – giving you the best choice of residential and commercial properties to rent, buy or invest in. They provide surveys, valuations, property management and investment services as well as a wide range of services. Role Excellent opportunity to join small friendly team providing residential valuation and building surveys. Flexible working hours: between 24 and 30 hours a week depending on candidate’s preference. Based at home but working within ‘RG’ postcodes for services depending on experience.  Their client base is generally private individuals and housing providers with minimal lending work. The candidate will be ideally MRICS or FRICS but Assoc RICS may be considered depending on candidate’s experience. They will also ideally need to be a Registered Valuer. They offer competitive salary, offer flexibility in working hours and full office support. This role provides flexibility for the candidate to maximise their home/work balance and/or potential for great opportunity for senior role/possible directorship being integral to future expansion.

Overview To help the team deliver professional residential valuation and development advice, to a variety of private and public sector clients. The team is focussed on portfolio valuations for social housing providers and their funders and this aspect of work involves travel across the UK. Our Client is looking for applications from qualified surveyors seeking to develop their experience of professional valuation work. Working closely with an established team in the Cardiff office you will already have experience of providing valuation advice on various property types to a range of clients. The opportunity will suit a candidate looking to focus on residential biased professional valuation work and will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to become involved in all stages of complex portfolio valuations. A good working knowledge of IT (particularly Excel) will help any candidate make the most of this role. Qualifications The ideal candidate will be a full Member of the RICS. RICS Registered Valuer. Essential Criteria: Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing. Personable and proactive style with the necessary confidence and ambition to grow your career as we achieve our plans to successfully grow the client base. Team player keen to be involved with all types of property and professional work. High level of attention to detail and an enquiring mind. Produce clear and concise written reports and recommendations. Good time management skills, prioritising tasks to ensure that deadlines are met. Focus on profitability. Good working knowledge of IT, particularly Excel. Willingness to travel. Clean driving licence. Responsibilities Carrying out or assisting with Red Book valuations of residential portfolios for secured lending and accounting purposes. Helping to secure business opportunities through client development for the office and firm as a whole.

Position Overview Preparation and submission of detailed estimates Asses and produce draft tender programmes Manage and follow up submitted estimates Work on great educational, commercial and heritage projects Position Requirements Previous estimating experience Background within the facades sector (curtain walling, glazing, cladding or roofing) Commutable distance from Leicester Strong communication skills

Due to expansion we are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor who has a rail, structures and civils background to join our team as soon as possible, you will be working around the Wellingborough, Northamptonshire area. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing commercial and contractual administration of numerous projects, including identifying opportunities offering best value to the customer, maximising profitability and limiting commercial risk. Reporting to the Managing Surveyor you will work closely with site management teams to ensure contract objectives and margins are met. The role will involve: Preparation of interim and final accounts Manage day to day commercial and contract activities Sub-contract procurement ensuring maximum value for money Sub-contract valuations and final accounts Preparation of Compensation Events/variations Contractual correspondence Commercial reporting and cost forecasting Procurement of professional service for design etc. Individual requirements: A relevant professional Quantity Surveying qualification or proficient management experience within the construction industry Woking knowledge of NEC 3 and JCT Conditions of Contract Ability to undertake site measures when required Ability to work clearly and accurately under pressure and tight timescales Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and organisation skills Computer literate, with a good understanding of excel. In return, we offer a competitive salary, company car, 23 days holiday plus statutory entitlement, auto enrolment company pension scheme, private healthcare and 50% off PureGym membership. If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor and have experience within the rail industry, with a self-motivated and enthusiastic attitude please apply today.

Company My client operates a network of estate agencies across Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Middlesex – giving you the best choice of residential and commercial properties to rent, buy or invest in. They provide surveys, valuations, property management and investment services as well as a wide range of services. Role Excellent opportunity to join small friendly team providing residential valuation and building surveys. Flexible working hours: between 24 and 30 hours a week depending on candidate’s preference. Based at home but working within ‘RG’ postcodes for services depending on experience.  Their client base is generally private individuals and housing providers with minimal lending work. The candidate will be ideally MRICS or FRICS but Assoc RICS may be considered depending on candidate’s experience. They will also ideally need to be a Registered Valuer. They offer competitive salary, offer flexibility in working hours and full office support. This role provides flexibility for the candidate to maximise their home/work balance and/or potential for great opportunity for senior role/possible directorship being integral to future expansion.

Canary Wharf/Loughton  £40-£45k   Who are we   Founded in 1992 and with over 700 staff, Galliard is a property development, hospitality and management group overseeing mixed-use, residential, hotel and commercial projects across London and southern England with a £1.1 billion portfolio of over 5,900 homes, hotels, retail premises and commercial properties. With an impressive portfolio of award winning developments, we are proud to be considered as London's leading property developers. The Position Property Management Matters are the in- house property management services for Galliard Homes Limited and due to rapid growth, we are looking to appoint an experienced M&E Contracts Manager to join our team. As the M&E Contracts Manager you’ll be responsible for overseeing the M&E aspects of 20 schemes within the PMM portfolio, taking over from handover and resolution of any problems post hand-over reporting to the Group Estates Manager and Head of Residential Management. Responsibilities Attend meetings with 3rd party suppliers and the construction/M&E team to track progress and ensure all M&E issues are covered Identify and implement process improvements as part of the M&E facilities Ensure O&M manuals are received and are complete Retender, appoint and manage contracts as required with external M&E contractors Ensure that PMM are aware of the latest received information Undertake an asset verification review to confirm that all systems in place are compliant Carry out quality inspections, snagging and the recording of defects The Person  Previous experience of managing supplier contracts Mechanical bias is preferred Excellent communicator both written & verbal Able to work autonomously Able to build effective relationships with stakeholders and 3rd party suppliers Previous experience of working on residential blocks is essential Knowledge and experience of central district heat networks and cold water booster pumps Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (MS Word, Excel) Mechanical or Electrical and/or Building Services Qualifications would be advantageous Demonstrable knowledge in electrical and mechanical systems Due to the nature of the role you may be required to deal with emergencies/contractors out of hours Must be willing to travel to various sites across London due to the nature of the role Benefits 24 days holiday Private healthcare Private Pension Competitive salary

My client is a quality building company that builds and renovates residential and commercial properties throughout London and Essex.  The company has been built on reputation, with a strong focus on customer services and attention to detail. About the Role A new and exciting opportunity for an  Estimator  is now available within our fast growing team.  As a company we take on works of all sizes ranging from £10,000 – £2m.  If you believe you have the necessary skills that fulfill the criteria below then please contact us. We are looking for an experienced team player to prepare and cost accurately tenders mainly within the  residential sector, a broad knowledge of this area is essential. Main Duties/Responsibilities : Pricing potential works to meet and fulfill the clients’ direct requirements and to produce estimates from drawing and specifications of works Collating information from material suppliers and sub-contractors in order to prepare accurate and competitive tenders To provide a detailed schedule of works for each project Keep track of costs and amend where required Good eye for detail Skills, Qualifications, Experience: Highly numerate and in depth knowledge of the building sector Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Highly organised and efficient Recognised construction/quantity surveying qualification to HND level or above Advanced computer literacy including estimating software and Excel At least 5 years relevant experience within the UK and proven track record of similar projects Clean driving licence (preferred) On site experience would also be advantageous Find more Construction Estimator jobs at ConstructionRecruitment.net

Construction Project Manager – (Residential / Refurbishments) If you’re an experienced Construction Project Manager with residential experience and ambitious to achieve your career potential, please read on. As a growing construction company, we are expanding our team and looking for an experienced  Project Manager with strong knowledge of the construction industry who can manage and administer multiple sites, construction activities so as to ensure that the works are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality in respect of workmanship and materials and maintain a safe working environment. Main Duties/Responsibilities: Manage Labour, Plant & Materials, Subcontractors Programming/Planning Information Flow Estimating Quality Testing and Inspections Recording, Reporting and Administration Public and Client relations Ensure that procedures/processes are followed at all times To manage and motivate staff/subcontractors Monitor safety performance and maintain safety plans Prepare performance reports as required Monitor information flow Ensure that all costs are controlled in line with budgets/orders Correspond with the client and/or consultants including the receipt and review of variations, drawings etc for distribution Ensure that all items on the Handover documents are complete prior to Practical Completion Skills, Qualifications, Experience: Experience in Residential & Commercial Refurbishments, Garage & Loft Conversions, Club & Restaurant Fit-outs, Sound Proofing, Kitchens & Bathrooms, Swimming Pools Trade or Academic Qualification SMSTS First Aid Certificate Valid CSCS Card

Everest Independent Estate Agents, a fast growing Lettings and Sales Estate Agency located in Ilford, Essex is looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated team player to join our team as a Lettings Negotiator. This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in the lettings industry with a young and dynamic team. We pride ourselves on our pro-active approach to lettings and our ability to provide our clients with a quick and efficient personal service. The market is competitive so we need someone that is highly energetic and willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. Benefits: Commision + Company Car Responsibilities will include: Registering applicants Maintaining applicant database Arranging and attending Viewings Negotiating lettings offers Liaising with landlords, applicants and central lettings team. Taking fees Preparing required paperwork Carrying out property inspections Landlord feedback Meeting targets We are looking for ideal candidates with following skills: Excellent communication skills Excellent customer service skills The ability to inspire trust from clients Good negotiation skills Self-motivation Target driven A desire to exceed expectations at all times The ability to cope well under pressure Determination Organised Superb personal presentation Punctual Proficient use of Microsoft Packages Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skill A minimum of 1 years’ experience in the Lettings Agency industry is a plus. As an Everest agent you're only limited by your own ambition. We have all the tools you need to create a remarkable and highly profitable business in a relatively short time. A competitive salary of £18,000 plus commission, with salary review after three months. Immediate start preferred. The successful candidate must have a full and clean UK Driving License and full use of his/her own car if under the age of 25. Any candidates over 25 years of age will be insured to drive company cars. Job Type: Full-time Salary: £18,000.00 /year Required licence or certification: Driving License Job Type: Permanent Salary: £18,200.00 /year

The job is about converting a municipal building in to 46 residential flats. Our client subcontracting a brick and structural works. They looking for an experienced bricklayer, who is familiar with laying facing bricks and doing pointing. The job, also, will involve building of the partition walls out of blocks. Immediate start. The successful candidate must hold a valid CSCS card and to be registered as self employer.

A main contractor who was established 40 years ago. Undertakes projects in various sectors including pharmaceutical, education, retail, residential, commercial and more. They have been growing steadily over the past ten years. Annual turnover was £91m in 2012 and this increased to £165m in 2016. This sustained growth is aided by the fact that a large proportion of their work is awarded on a repeat order basis from an expanding client base. If successful, you’ll be working on projects valued between £1-60m in the education, industrial, health, leisure and pharmaceutical sectors What are they looking for? An ambitious assistant QS with main contractor experience. Experience of working for a main contractor Experience in assisting with the preparation of contracts, cash flow forecasts and final accounts. Knowledge of relevant building and construction regulations and standards. Strong numerical and IT skills Financially astute. Proven track record of maximising profit on contracts from £500k +. Customer-focused. Excellent supply chain relationships. Experience in the education, industrial, health, leisure and pharmaceutical sectors would be a bonus

Portable Offices is a leading provider of portable and modular building solutions. Our business is growing and we are looking for experienced Project Managers and Project Supervisors to join our team. We have depots in five UK locations, and are looking for candidates to cover two regional areas: South/South West England, and North/North West England/Midlands Our Project Managers play a key part in negotiating, planning and delivering high quality installations and removals. Key tasks: To commercially evaluate, plan and execute projects in conjunction with our sales and support teams. To control costs and deliver projects on budget, and on time. To ensure that high quality, defect free buildings are handed over, exceeding customer expectations. To take responsibility for all site health and safety aspects of projects including; pre-contract documentation and meetings, method statements and risk assessments. To build and maintain excellent relationships with customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal departments. Our Project Supervisors work on site with our teams of staff and external contractors to deliver high quality buildings to our customers. Key tasks: To co-ordinate labour and materials required to ensure costs are managed and projects are delivered on time To work with closely with the project manager and other stakeholders to ensure projects are well coordinated and responsibilities are clearly defined. To take full responsibility for health and safety compliance on site. If you are looking for a challenging role, have a passion for putting customers first and a talent for delivering exceptional projects, please get in touch! A competitive salary and benefits package is available for successful candidates. Both positions require travel to Portable Offices locations and customer sites around the areas detailed above. Successful candidates will be required undergo enhanced DBS checks as required by our customers in the education and health sectors. Please note: applications received over the Christmas period will be reviewed week commencing 2nd January 2018.

We're based between Tooting and Mitcham, South West London and supply and install equipment such as awnings, parasols, sail shades, outdoor structures, pergolas. We're looking for fitters with experience of mechanical fitting, ground-works or strong skills from another construction trade such as carpentry.  The job includes surveying, installation and maintenance of our equipment, right across the UK. This is a hands-on site-based job. A mature can-do attitude is required.    Key skills required:  • Good knowledge of hand and electrical tools  • A good command of written and spoken English is essential  • Ability to carry out on-site installations in an organised and efficient manner  • Full, clean UK driving licence (or equivalent)  • Physically fit  • Logical, adaptable and a problem solver  • Knowledge of safe working practices  • Flexibility with working hours and overnight stays  • Living in the South West London area or a willingness to relocate is advisable  • Electrical experience an advantage but not essential • Carpentry skills an advantage but not essential • Current CSCS card desirable but not essential as training will be provided  • 6am starts at the workshop every day are required.  • The role involves a lot of travel as we cover the whole of the UK.  • This job can involve some working hours during the spring and summer, including some over night stays.  Benefits:  • Plenty of overtime particularly during their busy Spring/Summer period, boosting earnings to as much as £800 gross per week.  • Offers the security and benefits of a permanent job (ie. paid holidays, pension scheme, private health insurance)      

Due to continued growth and success a number of Wet room / Bathroom fitters are required to carry out adaptations works across the North West we have opportunities for self employed and cards in staff and supervisory roles.   To be considered you should be a qualified tradesperson with multi-skilled capability covering plumbing, carpentry, tiling and plastering. The successful candidates will have a proven track record in fitting all types of wet room, have a high skill level and ability to deliver jobs with minimal defects. You will be required to carry out installation work to occupied and vacant properties whilst ensuring that H&S procedures and policies are adhered to at all times. To be considered you must fit the follow criteria; Trade qualifications C & G / NVQ / Apprenticeship Proven track record in fitting wet rooms or Bathrooms Multi-skilled capability Own power tools 110V Strong customer / client facing skills a full valid UK driving licence. Be able to pass CRB check These opportunities are to join an established business on a full-time basis, whilst offering continuity of work. Please send through an up to date CV detailing your career history to date, and I will be in touch to discuss the role further  

Due to expansion my client is looking to develop and strengthen their Contracting Team further with the recruitment of an additional Quantity Surveyor.. As the successful candidate you will cover projects primarily in the South including London and the South West of England. Working alongside a Contracts Manager you will take full financial and contractual control on all projects post order. The role includes: Financial Control of Contracts Pro-active Member of Contracts Department Team Maintain Reporting Procedures, including:- Monthly Reporting, Debtors List Develop Client relationships, Develop Supply Chain Relationships Develop and assist in assistant surveying training Assists Sales Team in Procurement Liaison with Estimating, Accounts, Purchasing and Customer Care Attend Internal Surveying and debtor review Meetings Oversee Project Commercial matters, identify opportunity Time management and maximization of people resources Resolve Payment disputes / claims – Client, Main Contractor and Sub Contractors Negotiate with Clients Final Account  Resolution Provide Value Management advice Ensure monthly WIPS figures are accurate and on time Manage Contractual Correspondence Identify Claim Situations Ensure contractual Obligations are complied with Actively ensure compliance with Site Operations Plan and procedures Review and manage procurement handover with internal project team Responsible for Administration of Contract Documents Monitor Subcontract Retentions Subcontract Payment Skills and Experience: Quantity Surveying Commercial / Financial Acumen Must hold a relevant construction based qualification and have proven experience within the UK commercial office and data centre markets Access Flooring projects experience Quantity Surveyor – Hertfordshire

Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer Location: Nottingham Salary: Highly Competitive Type: Permanent The Background The Client is a specialist Civil and Structural Engineering consultancy who deliver a range of Commercial and Infrastructure projects to their client base. Due to an increased workload they are looking to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer with detailed drainage and Microdrainage experience to join their existing team. The Role Reporting into the Associate Director, as a Senior Civil Engineer you will be responsible for the technical and financial control of civil engineering aspects of projects. In this role you will undertake detailed drainage designs for projects ranging in size from residential houses to mixed purpose buildings, drainage strategy, implementing SUDS, storm &; foul water attenuation design and road design. This role will involve a lot of interaction with other members of the team as well as clients so excellent communication skills are essential as you will be responsible for developing client relationships and winning repeat business. You… To be a successful Senior Civil Engineer you will have previous experience as a Civil Engineer in a consultancy environment undertaking tasks such as drainage design, road design and flood risk assessments. You will have the ability to use specialist design software such as Microdrainage and Windes. Your experience will be backed up by a degree in a relevant engineering subject and ideally either hold Chartered status to an organization such as ICE or be at a level to work towards Chartered. View our latest jobs today on our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn JAM Recruitment is acting as an employment business with regards to this position