223 jobs found in Reading, Berkshire

Electrician Required – Immediate Start - £25 per hour - Reading. Approved Workforce are currently looking for an electrician to work on a domestic project in Reading. Duties- Work on domestic properties doing anything from fitting a light bulb to a full house rewire. Must be capable of all aspects of domestic installation. Rate: £25 P/H + travel paid between jobs. Hours: 8-10 hours per day. Duration: Ongoing. JIB, Tools and PPE required. Please call James @ Approved Workforce on (phone number removed) if available

Document controller required on a permanent basis for an established MEP Subcontractor who working within the industrial, residential & commercial sector. This opportunity is a full time role to be based on a large construction site based near Reading. Responsibilities; Managing and updating project doc control procedures document Managing Doc Register -Reviewing all Documents for Quality prior to issue -Spot checking drawing and document numbering for all engineers -Managing Drawing Registers General site administration duties Requirements: - Experience within the construction industry is essential, MEP is desirable - Strong administration skills - Excellent organisation skills - Microsoft skills - word, excel and outlook experience must be confident in this -Previous experience using 4projects software is beneficial This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary & package. If this position sounds of interest to you, please apply with an updated CV and one of the team will be in contact

About the role Amazing infrastructure isnt the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Senior Commercial Manager on our project in Aldermaston and you can build something to be proud of here. Role Purpose; * To work with the build commercial director to form an effective team for managing the successful delivery of the project, leading the MEP commercial team in maximising the commercial performance of the MEP Stream through the implementation of the commercial strategy and targets developed by the Business Streams Leadership Team/ Project Steering Group and Project Directorship. * To ensure that the strategy, policy, culture and standards established by the business unit leadership team are effectively deployed within the commercial team. What you'll be doing As a/an Senior Commercial Manager, you will have the following accountabilities: * Control costs and effectively manage budgets * Ensure the team complies with all Regulations and Company Policies & Processes * Manage and support projects on commercial and supplier contracting aspects of projects across the business stream * Assess and report on commercial aspects of project performance, and escalate as appropriate * Understand the requirements of the Customers and ensure that the Project is managed commercially to satisfy those requirements and in keeping with Customer Focus Strategy * Effectively manage change and operational efficiency, continuously identify areas for business improvement * Manage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders * Ensuring Monthly Commercial Reports are completed accurately and timeously Who we're looking for You will have the following: * You will have appropriate qualifications, and professional membership of the RICS, CIOB or ICE * Hold a valid CSCS card. * Ability to drive and influence people to work to dates / programme * Ability to break complex matters down and communicate concisely and effectively to Senior Management (written and verbal) * Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required, coupled with an ability to influence through others Why work for us Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on. About us Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a market leading mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions provider with over 100 years of engineering expertise. We design, install and maintain the systems that make building infrastructure work. Emphasising environmentally efficient technologies, digital construction and offsite manufacturing, our experienced teams deliver high quality solutions across the following sectors: Aviation, Buildings, Civils, Defence, Energy and New Build Nuclear. At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business. To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality. To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role

BMSL are currently recruiting for a highly expeienced Senior Civils Manager. Reporting Structure Reports to: Head of Internal Delivery/Head of Construction Project Reporting: Senior Project Manager Direct reports: Senior Site Supervisors, specialist support staff (Setting Out and NDT engineers) Non direct reports: Junior PMs (where applicable), site operatives, support staff from design, commercial, commissioning and SHEQ teams Role & Responsibilities Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) Visible leader in adherence to and improvement of SHEQ policies and procedures Manage incident and near miss reporting on site and encourage safety-first atmosphere Ensure project compliance with CDM requirements and CPP Ensure adherence to site rules and procedures Ensure accuracy and currency of H&S documentation, updating documentation where required and reporting concerns to the H&S manager Provision of first aid where required Day to Day Responsibilities and Management Senior Package PMs will have specialist knowledge in and be responsible for managing and delivering either the Civils, DH Mechanical, or M&E scope across multiple projects. For project purposes on a day-to-day basis, will report to the relevant Senior Project Managers. Work closely with Senior Site Supervisors and the other Senior Package PMs and to ensure smooth interface of works Manage, monitor and report on package programme, commercial and contractual requirements Directly manage project Senior Site Supervisors and provide technical, programme, budgeting & general support guidance to meet project requirements Ensure project packages are appropriately resourced to meet programme and budget requirements Track and resolve technical issues and outstanding works, seeking assistance where required Monitor package suppliers and sub-contractors and ensure their compliance with scope, design, programme and budget Attend client, supply chain and customer meetings, chairing and minute taking where required Manage package build-strategy including off-site pre-fabrication, on-site laydown/fabrication, build sequence, testing and commissioning and handover Report progress and concerns to the Senior Project Managers and stakeholders Ensure Pinnacle Power systems and procedures are understood by the project team and contractors, and are used consistently through the project in line with company best practice Work with Senior PMs to ensure all key documents such as quotes, technical submittals, design, O&M packs, QA packs, CDM and PEP documents are created, filed and issued on the document control portal (Procore) Assist in producing technical documentation if required Ensure soft-landing and project handovers are executed and recorded Seek, engage with, and share knowledge on sustainable and carbon neutral industrial solutions Commercial & Contractual Assist Senior Project Managers & Commercial Team to prepare and review contract tender packs and returns to ensure the scope of works, programme and budget is understood Lead on procurement of package materials with assistance from Commercial Team and Senior PM Oversee issue and administration of package Contracts and POs to ensure adherence to package requirements, sign off project package invoices Monitor, manage & record all package works subject to variation both up and down-stream Assist commercial team to develop and define contracts that support a level of risk acceptable to the business Customer Service & Communications Provide regular package updates & reporting tailored to their audience as required Develop strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, contractors and clients Coordinate and liaise directly with internal and external stakeholders including designers, commissioning engineers, clients, sub-contractors, suppliers, the public Ensure clarity and accuracy of stakeholder communications Liaise with other teams to ensure project knowledge is not lost through handover stages Share lessons learnt with the organisation Training & Competency Key Competencies Knowledge of Pinnacle Power systems, processes & best practices Superb organisational and project management skills Keen attention to detail with a low threshold for errors and inefficient processes Analytical problem-solving skills Ability to work unsupervised and take the initiative Clear and concise communication skills with multiple stakeholders including the public Strong understanding of CDM & legislative H&S requirements Writing tailored project reports for different audiences Taking accountability for key decision-making Drive engagement and work collaboratively with peers towards a common goal Comfortable giving and receiving feedback Desirable Experience Education or proven industry experience in either Civils, DH Mechanical, Energy Centres or Substations 5+ years in management roles within the DH construction industry Track record in delivering large, complex City wide infrastructure projects. Tender package preparation, response vetting and pulling together contract packs JCT / NEC contract management and dispute resolution Cost control and financial reporting Implementing construction phase plans Comfortable seeking appropriate specialist advice and making key project decisions Vetting and recruiting candidates Managing direct reports Creating and updating programmes developed in MS Project Coordination and liaison with local authorities for permits etc Required Qualifications / Training CSCS (Gold, Black or White card) SMSTS NRSWA Supervisor (for civils package) Asbestos Awareness Desired Qualifications / Training Temporary Works Coordinator Setting out engineer Environmental related such as SEATS 3-day first aid at work Software Competencies (training will be given) MS 365, Sharepoint, Teams, Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint Adobe Acrobat Procore Sign on Site Career Growth Salary is around £65-70k plus package (bonus structure, pension, 25 days hols ect) Please apply in the fist instance by submitting your CV

Hard Landscaper, Builder Salary £28,000 to £32,000 Site Based, Reading Full-Time & Permanent You will be an important part of a successful team in this family owned and managed Garden Landscape Construction Company. They are renowned for the quality of their Garden Landscapes and they are justifiably proud of a huge list of client testimonials. With a portfolio that stretches from small, incredibly valuable city centre terraces to the largest of country gardens and commercial landscapes, the common element in all of their projects is the pride that they take in their hard landscaping and planting. The Job: You will work on sites mainly in Berkshire and the majority will be garden projects comprising the construction of hard landscaping elements. You will work together with the site team and manager to translate the design plans into another of the company’s outstanding Garden Landscape creations and will be involved in the installation of: * Paving, slabs and cobbles * Small brick and block walls (minor works only, they bring in a brickie for anything larger!) * Fencing * Decking, Wood works and Garden Structures. * Paths and Edging * Garden Lighting * Water features and Ponds The Person: You will probably have about 2 to 5 years’ experience in construction or, ideally as a Hard Landscaper with experience of building in a variety of materials. You will often be a principal point of contact for the client and will therefore need to be a reasonable communicator, well-presented and punctual. You will have a good eye for detail and will ensure that projects are always completed to the highest standard

Hard Landscaper, Builder Salary £28,000 to £32,000 Site Based, Reading Full-Time & Permanent You will be an important part of a successful team in this family owned and managed Garden Landscape Construction Company. They are renowned for the quality of their Garden Landscapes and they are justifiably proud of a huge list of client testimonials. With a portfolio that stretches from small, incredibly valuable city centre terraces to the largest of country gardens and commercial landscapes, the common element in all of their projects is the pride that they take in their hard landscaping and planting. The Job: You will work on sites mainly in Berkshire and the majority will be garden projects comprising the construction of hard landscaping elements. You will work together with the site team and manager to translate the design plans into another of the company’s outstanding Garden Landscape creations and will be involved in the installation of: * Paving, slabs and cobbles * Small brick and block walls (minor works only, they bring in a brickie for anything larger!) * Fencing * Decking, Wood works and Garden Structures. * Paths and Edging * Garden Lighting * Water features and Ponds The Person: You will probably have about 2 to 5 years’ experience in construction or, ideally as a Hard Landscaper with experience of building in a variety of materials. You will often be a principal point of contact for the client and will therefore need to be a reasonable communicator, well-presented and punctual. You will have a good eye for detail and will ensure that projects are always completed to the highest standard

Job Title: Business Analyst Reading Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Recruit 12 Construction have an excellent opportunity for a Business Analyst to play a pivotal role of creating and maintain a strong bridge between business needs and technological solutions, driving the use of “technology as an accelerator” and creating the springboard for continued growth. You will be joining an organisation that is truly known for their unique and highly innovative rapid and rigid balconies They are specialists within the fabrication sector; this is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their skills and experience and put them into practice for a highly established company. As a Business Analyst your responsibilities will include the following: * Work with stakeholders to understand the business needs and translate them into technological language. * Host workshops, interviews, and analysis sessions to gather user functional and process requirements and help others articulate the business needs. * Creatively explore options and work with specialists to present multiple solutions for both new and improvement to existing platforms, along with analysis and recommendations. * Work closely with the IT Project Manager to get the solution planned, built and tested. * Provide a business wise QA support role (including automating test scripts where possible) to the PM to ensure the proposed solution meets the outlined brief. * Arrange and oversee successful implementation and user adoption of new systems and ensure integration and interoperability between systems. * Identify bugs and blockers as they arise, and work with the Support Engineer and external specialists to resolve in a timely and efficient manner. * Identify where BI and Data can be meaningfully used within departments and arrange for dashboards etc to be built to allow analysis of this. * Work closely with all business units and departments to understand corporate objectives, image, and product strategies. * Monthly report against key milestones on current projects and clearly identified next deliverables * Monthly NPS and feedback from key stakeholders / management To be successful as a Business Analyst, you must have: * A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business Analysis, Requirements Engineering, Solution Architecture, Software Testing or similar * Min 3 years in Business Analyst type role, and min 5 years working within IT. * Experience working or managing all phases of SDLC * Played a key role in at least one major system implementation * Some experience of the construction industry or project-based businesses would be preferred. * Great listener and clear communicator * Ability to be a conduit between non-technical business needs and IT solutions. * Proactive, solution oriented and able to think outside the box. If you are excited by the prospect of joining a Unique organisation as a Business Analyst, please apply immediately. Recruit12 is a recruitment specialist working within the Automotive, Aerospace, Construction, and World Class manufacturing sectors. Important: Please note Recruit12 is only able to place into employment candidates that have a valid EU passport, a European Economic Area (EEA) passport or a valid UK visa

Job Title: QESH Administrator Reading Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Recruit 12 Construction have an excellent opportunity for a QESH Administrator to play a pivotal role demonstrating forward-planning skills and highly focused execution abilities, to provide administrative support to the QESH team. You will be joining an organisation that is truly known for their unique and highly innovative rapid and rigid balconies They are specialists within the fabrication sector; this is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to utilise their skills and experience and put them into practice for a highly established company. As a QESH Administrator your responsibilities will include the following: * Research and appointment of ESH training suppliers * Understanding of compliance or regulatory requirements that result in ESH training needs * Booking of ESH training including, liaison with delegates, arrangements for payments and post training reviews * Management of Workwear and PPE supply chain including ordering and stock control of workwear and PPE. * Resupply of workwear and PPE * Communication with new starters * Liaison with Line Managers over DSE assessments for new starters * Organise monthly ESH meetings, including creation of the minutes and as action coordinator * Covering absence of ESH Manager, assisting with diaries and workload * Weekly one-to-one to highlight priorities and workload * Document issuing and management along with control of supplier PQQ process and fulfilment of reactive tasks * Become a trained internal auditor * Completion of customer surveys To be successful as a QESH Administrator, you must have: * Three GCSE’S or equivalent * Full UK Driving License * Some administration or project experience within the manufacturing or construction sectors would be preferred * Administration and project management skills * Time management and organisational skills * Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills If you are excited by the prospect of joining a Unique organisation as a QESH Administrator, please apply immediately. Recruit12 is a recruitment specialist working within the Automotive, Aerospace, Construction, and World Class manufacturing sectors. Important: Please note Recruit12 is only able to place into employment candidates that have a valid EU passport, a European Economic Area (EEA) passport or a valid UK visa