PDA Search & Selection

5 job(s) at PDA Search & Selection

PDA Search & Selection Hounslow, London
21/07/2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Estimator (Planned Preventative Maintenance Bids) Location: Slough Working Pattern: 4 days in office 1 day working from home Base Salary: Up to £70,000.00 per annum Benefits: Car Allowance or Company Vehicle with Fuel Card (work use only), Company pension scheme, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), Life Assurance, Bonus potential, Wellbeing Benefits 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family, Cycle to Work Scheme, Salary sacrifice scheme Hours: 37.5 hours a week Monday to Friday 9.00am 5.00pm This role requires regional coverage for post tender interviews where required across the South East. Candidates must hold a full UK driving license Our client, a national leader in the M&E space, are seeking a Senior Estimator to lead the production of accurate, competitive, and strategic cost estimates across new bids, renewals, and re-tenders. A real opportunity to step into a senior, influential position where your commercial insight and leadership will directly shape winning propositions and long-term client relationships. Job Purpose Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced FM/ PPM Senior Estimator to join their Sales Team. A key role in the business, with responsibility for managing and delivering high-quality planned preventative maintenance (PPM) bids that support business growth strategy to win new business. As Senior Estimator, you will take the lead on developing pricing strategies, managing tender processes, and ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. You will work closely with Sales, Operations, and Commercial teams to deliver compelling, commercially sound proposals that align with wider business objectives. There is opportunity for this role to develop in to project side of the business. Key Accountabilities Estimating & Pricing Develop pricing aligned with client requirements, task schedules, and SLAs Review and approve estimates prepared by junior team members Provide input into pricing strategies, risk assessments, and value engineering Manage internal sign-off processes for all estimates Support estimating and costing of Hard FM / M&E services Tendering & Proposals Review and assess tender documentation, specifications, and commercial requirements Contribute to tender and bid support for facilities management contracts Conduct site surveys to ensure accurate costings Support bid/no-bid decisions through risk and cost analysis Produce high-quality tender submissions and proposal documents Participate in client meetings, presentations, and tender interviews Ensure smooth handover of contracts to Operations teams Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors Source competitive and compliant supplier/subcontractor quotes Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions General Responsibilities Collaborate with Sales, Business Development, and Operations teams Maintain accurate CRM records and forecasting data Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards Deliver exceptional customer service at all time To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Andrew Bridges at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED .
PDA Search & Selection Northampton, Northamptonshire
10/07/2026
Full time
Position : Hygiene Manager - Distribution Centre Location : South Northampton NN4 Postcode Salary: Circa 36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 40 Hours per Week 5 days out of 7 Monday-Friday Flexibility for weekend work, where necessary Job Purpose Our client, a national Facilities Management company, is recruiting for a Hygiene Manager to oversee operations within a high-profile, 24/7 retail distribution centre. The role is responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring consistently high service standards, and delivering continuous improvement across cleaning and hygiene services. Acting as the key point of contact for all cleaning-related matters on site, the Hygiene Manager will lead, engage, and develop a team of approximately 30 colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships Key Responsibilities Demonstrate company values and lead by example at all times Act as the primary interface between the client and service providers on a day-to-day basis Manage and develop a team, ensuring high levels of engagement, performance, and compliance Monitor and report on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), both internally and externally Oversee financial performance, ensuring services are delivered within agreed budgets Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency Ensure all cleaning operations meet required standards, policies, and client expectations Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication Experience Requirements Candidates must demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: Proven Facilities Management experience across Soft Services, ideally within a fast-paced distribution or retail environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Previous experience managing and developing teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH Demonstrable background in Hygiene/Cleaning Management Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to early start requirements Compliance & Responsibilities Take responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation Maintain strict confidentiality, only disclosing information to authorised personnel where appropriate Adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act Comply with company policies, including Equal Opportunities To apply, please submit your CV in strict confidence to Andrew Bridges at PDA Search & Selection Limited .
PDA Search & Selection Bedford, Bedfordshire
10/07/2026
Full time
Position : Hygiene Manager - Distribution Centre Location : South Bedford MK43 Salary: Circa 36,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: 40 Hours per Week 5 days out of 7 Monday-Friday Flexibility for weekend work, where necessary Job Purpose Our client, a national Facilities Management company, is recruiting for a Hygiene Manager to oversee operations within a high-profile, 24/7 retail distribution centre. The role is responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring consistently high service standards, and delivering continuous improvement across cleaning and hygiene services. Acting as the key point of contact for all cleaning-related matters on site, the Hygiene Manager will lead, engage, and develop a team of approximately 30 colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships Key Responsibilities Demonstrate company values and lead by example at all times Act as the primary interface between the client and service providers on a day-to-day basis Manage and develop a team, ensuring high levels of engagement, performance, and compliance Monitor and report on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), both internally and externally Oversee financial performance, ensuring services are delivered within agreed budgets Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency Ensure all cleaning operations meet required standards, policies, and client expectations Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication Experience Requirements Candidates must demonstrate the following qualifications and experience: Proven Facilities Management experience across Soft Services, ideally within a fast-paced distribution or retail environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Previous experience managing and developing teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH Demonstrable background in Hygiene/Cleaning Management Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, due to early start requirements Compliance & Responsibilities Take responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation Maintain strict confidentiality, only disclosing information to authorised personnel where appropriate Adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act Comply with company policies, including Equal Opportunities To apply, please submit your CV in strict confidence to Andrew Bridges at PDA Search & Selection Limited .
PDA Search & Selection Sevenoaks, Kent
07/07/2026
Full time
Position: Regional Cleaning Manager Salary: £40,000.00 per annum Included: Company car & Fuel Card Location: Covering sites across South East England Hours: 40 hours per week Shifts: Monday Friday Please note, this role requires regional travel regularly for site visits, please only apply if you are comfortable with 2-3 days per week on the road to manage mobile teams. Our client, a facilities provider, are looking to recruit a Regional Cleaning Manager to be responsible for window cleaning operations throughout the South of England. Majority of these sites are smaller sites but there are some larger premises too in the portfolio. Job Responsibilities The Regional Cleaning Manager will be responsible for the management of window cleaners and high level cleaners. The Regional Cleaning Manager will ensure that KPI s and Weekly Checks are delivered to defined standards and corrective action is taken as required. Ensuring effective management of rotas and cleaning schedules throughout a large portfolio, ensuring that operatives attend all portfolio sites in a timely period, ensuring high level cleaning is completed to the desired client standard. This role will manage circa 10-12 staff, including 8-10 window cleaning operatives and 2 supervisors. To ensure the effective management of high level cleaning contracts, window cleaning and interior and exterior cleans of commercial retail buildings. This successful candidate will predominately be responsible for managing client relationships, ensuring cleaning standards are met, with frequent audits undertaken. To recruit and effectively train all Cleaning staff in the Area to ensure that other colleagues are recruited and trained in line with the recruitment process. To manage the area and site costs within budget and ensure the requirements of Health & Safety are followed. Develop / maintain strong relationships with clients through regular contact Carry out weekly and monthly cleaning audits Manage any HR issues Candidate s background & experience: - Multi-site Cleaning management experience High level cleaning exposure would be preferred, but someone with a cleaning multi-site background would be ideal. Team player Good communicator Results driven Proficient in IT in the use of Excel, Word & Email The role is full time, permanent and 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7, predominantly working Monday to Friday, with weekends off. Candidates need to be used to working in a fast-paced environment and for a demanding client and need to be prepared to be hands-on where required. Candidates must have a full and valid driving licence and be prepared to travel daily. Interested candidates should forward their CV in strictest confidence to Andrew Bridges @ PDA Search & Selection Limited .
PDA Search & Selection Carlisle, Cumbria
26/06/2026
Full time
Position: Estates & Asset Manager Location: Cumbria Salary: Competitive Package Available Full-time Permanent Our national retail client is seeking a hands-on Estates & Asset Manager to manage a mixed portfolio of residential, retail, and distribution assets. Reporting directly to the Owner/Investor and Group Finance Director, this role focuses on driving asset performance, progressing disposals, and resolving legacy property issues with efficiency and professionalism. Key Responsibilities include: - Develop and maintain a comprehensive overview of the property portfolio, including ownership structures, asset performance, and key estate data. Implement and manage a robust portfolio management system to support effective decision-making and reporting. Identify underperforming assets and lead disposal strategies from appraisal through to completion. Resolve property-related issues, including compliance, tenancy, and asset condition matters. Provide strategic hold, sell, and asset enhancement recommendations to senior stakeholders. Work closely with the Group Finance Director to support financial planning, investment decisions, and portfolio optimisation Candidates background & experience: - Demonstrable experience in property, estates, or asset management within a multi-site portfolio environment. Proven track record of delivering asset disposals, portfolio optimisation, and rationalisation programmes. Highly organised with the ability to introduce structure, governance, and effective management processes across complex property portfolios. Proactive, hands-on approach with the capability to work autonomously and drive initiatives through to completion. Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence in engaging directly with owners, investors, and senior leadership teams. MRICS qualification preferred, with experience gained from a landlord-side environment considered highly advantageous. Interested candidates should forward their CV in strictest confidence