Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd

Assistant Accounts Manager/Buyer West Sussex Part-Time to Full-Time Role Circa 35000 We are proud to be partnering with a large, expanding company who are seeking to recruit an Assistant Accounts Manager/Buyer to work in a busy and dynamic organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established ever expanding organisatiion who can offer long-term career prospects with full training and ongoing mentoring from the current Manager. This role is vital to the day-to-day running of the company so you will be a pivotal addition to the team who will be reponsible for the following: Purchase Ledger Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and to deadline Reconciling Supplier Statements and obtaining missing documentation Resolving invoice queries and price discrepancies Preparing Invoices for payment upon approval Senior Manager Assisting Senior Manager with month-end Purchase Ledger procedures Procurement Administration Liaising with suuppliers and merchants regarding deliveries, pricing and availability Obtaining quotations and maintaining purchase records for review by Senior Manager Monitoring PO Values and ensuring expenditure is authorised in line with company thresholds Administration of plant-hire on and off-hire and checking hire charges against return dates Commercial Administration Maintaining commercial project files, quotation, subcontract documentation and valuation records Assisting with contract documentation and project cost administration Suporting document control procedures Compiling and submitting Pre-Quailification Questionnaires and prequalification submissions for tender opportunities. Maintaining the company prequalification library, including insurance certig=ficates, accreditation policies, project references and key personnel details. Site & Office Administration Acting as Central point of contact between Head Office and external teams Logging and filing Delivery notes and paperwork Chasing outstanding delivery tickets and supplier documentation Supportint Senior Manager with daily administration duties and ad-hoc reporting Fielding all incoming calls and greeting visitors to the office Ordering offices supplies and supporting company compliance records and documentation Essentiol Skills & Experience Strong Admin skills gained in a busy office environment Good numerical abiiity and confident when worki ng w ith figures Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise demands and multiple tasks Competent in MS Office, particularly , Excel, Outlook and Word Clear professional written and communication skills with a confident telephone manner Candidates must have own reliable transport as the client offices are in a rural location and are not served by public transport. T his role does not offer hybrid working but could be considered initially as part-time leading ultimately to full-time for the right candidate. If you are seeking a varied role where no 2 days are the same and where you will soon become an integral part of a friendly team who can offer long-term career prospects, get in touch as soon as possible for a confidential conversation.

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for an opportunity to join a growing construction business where you can make a real impact? We're currently recruiting for an Estimator to join an established and expanding construction business in Greater Manchester. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to take ownership of estimating while also getting involved in client relationships, business development and supporting the wider growth of the company. The Role Working closely with the Directors, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates and quotations, while also helping identify new opportunities and develop client relationships. This is a great opportunity for someone who is ambitious, commercially minded and keen to progress, with the scope to develop the position as the business continues to grow. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and competitive estimates in line with client requirements Produce professional and timely quotations Read and interpret construction drawings Monitor project costs throughout ongoing works Manage incoming enquiries and identify potential opportunities Support business development and develop new client relationships Liaise with clients and internal teams throughout the estimating process Support the company's marketing and brand development Work closely with the Directors to support business growth Take initiative and contribute ideas to develop the role About You Ideally, you'll have: Ability to read and understand construction drawings Experience with CAD Relevant degree-level education would be advantageous Strong communication and interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail A hardworking, reliable and flexible approach Strong initiative and a willingness to take ownership A genuine interest in construction and business development What's on Offer? Potential company bonus scheme 20 days annual leave + bank holidays Opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking construction business Clear opportunities for professional development and progression A varied position with the opportunity to make the role your own The chance to work closely with senior leadership and have a genuine influence on the company's growth Interested? This is a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator looking to join a growing business and take the next step in their career. Apply now for more information

Job Title: Commercial Manager Location: Kent and surrounding areas (travel required) Salary: Neg About the Role My well established client is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial management of their long-term TAC 1 delivering responsive repairs, voids, compliance works, and planned investment programmes for their client This role will be responsible for driving cost control, value optimisation, and quality assurance across a diverse social housing portfolio. The successful candidate will ensure commercial governance, subcontractor compliance, and alignment with the companys financial and strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Commercial Manager will play a key role in protecting commercial performance and supporting long-term partnership delivery. Key Responsibilities Maintain a detailed understanding of contract terms, order procedures, and KPI frameworks. Manage commercial risk through maintaining the contract risk register and issuing early warning notices where appropriate. Monitor actual costs against target and cumulative budgets on a monthly basis. Analyse repair cost trends and basket pricing performance to identify potential cost drift. Manage commercial performance across responsive repairs, voids, and planned works programmes. Price and agree variations, maintain the change register, and assess entitlement for extensions of time. Protect the companys position when works are instructed prior to formal agreement. Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring contractual alignment with the main contract and compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Prepare commercial reports and dashboards for Alliance Team meetings and strategic Core Group reviews. Support annual rate review processes through benchmarking and cost trend analysis. Prepare and agree final accounts, reconcile incentive retention, and ensure variations are captured to protect cash flow. Assess defect liability exposure and maintain a risk-adjusted margin forecast. My Compliance and Governance Ensure subcontractors and operations meet required standards including: ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 NICEIC and Gas Safe requirements Safeguarding and GDPR obligations Asbestos management procedures Health & Safety legislation and company policies Health & Safety Responsibilities Work closely with the Contracts Manager and HSEQ Manager to ensure appropriate Risk Assessments and Method Statements are in place prior to works commencing. Ensure compliance with my clients Health & Safety policies and procedures. Promote leadership and commitment to Health & Safety across all projects. Ensure appropriate PPE usage and escalate serious H&S concerns where necessary. Skills and Experience Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related field. Membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS (desirable). Proven commercial management experience within repairs, maintenance, or planned works. Strong experience with target cost or open-book contracts. Knowledge of social housing repair and maintenance models. Experience managing long-term alliance or framework contracts. Strong commercial governance and risk management capability. Advanced Microsoft Excel and cost management skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Personal Attributes Strong analytical and data-driven decision making. Excellent attention to detail and high professional standards. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Leadership capability and strong commercial judgement. Flexible approach and willingness to support wider business needs. Additional Requirements Full UK driving licence. Willingness to travel and work outside of Kent when required. Our Values We are looking for someone who demonstrates: A commitment to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service A positive and professional attitude Determination, focus, and perseverance Commitment to continuous learning and professional development To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your relevant experience.

Domestic Gas & Technical Engineer - Housing Association Location: London and surrounding areas Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: GBP40,000-GBP48,000 per annum, depending on experience and technical capability Working Hours: Summer: 08:00-17:00 Winter: 08:00-18:00, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch Benefits: Company van and fuel card, uniform/PPE, PDA/mobile equipment, pension, training and certification renewal support About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Domestic Gas & Technical Engineer to join a busy Housing Association team, delivering high-quality gas, heating and hot-water services across occupied homes, void properties and residential environments throughout London and the surrounding areas. This is a varied field-based role combining responsive repairs, planned servicing, gas safety compliance, fault finding, installation and replacement work, alongside more complex technical diagnosis and support. Key Responsibilities: Service, maintain, diagnose and repair domestic boilers, water heaters, heating systems and associated plumbing components. Work on combi, system and heat-only boilers, cylinders, pumps, valves, radiators, controls, expansion vessels and pipework, including vented and unvented hot-water systems within competence. Carry out responsive breakdowns, planned servicing, preventative maintenance, installations, replacements, upgrades, commissioning and recommissioning. Complete CP12/Landlord Gas Safety Records and required gas-safety checks within qualification and registration scope. Take ownership of complex, repeat and intermittent heating and hot-water faults, using structured, evidence-led diagnostics and identifying root causes. Diagnose across the complete heating system, including boilers, controls, wiring, pumps, valves, cylinders, sensors, thermostats, expansion, circulation and system condition. Interpret fault codes, technical literature, wiring diagrams and system schematics, using appropriate diagnostic and test equipment. Diagnose heating controls and electrical components within competence, recognising limitations and escalating specialist electrical work when required. Carry out gas-safety, combustion, pressure, flue, ventilation and soundness checks, identify unsafe conditions and apply relevant safety procedures. Stop work and escalate immediately where there is serious gas, carbon monoxide, flue, ventilation, electrical or competency-related safety risks. Complete technical inspections, root-cause reviews, quality investigations and technical audits, identifying recurring faults, trends and training needs. Maintain accurate, factual and audit-ready records, including readings, photographs, fault codes, tests, diagnosis, parts used, work completed and follow-on recommendations. Provide clear technical scopes, quotations, handovers and evidence for further works, approvals, warranty claims and escalations. Communicate professionally with residents, treating people, homes and belongings with respect while maintaining high standards of housekeeping. Demonstrate safeguarding awareness and report welfare, safeguarding or unsafe-living-condition concerns through appropriate channels. Participate in out-of-hours callouts and respond effectively to heating, hot-water and gas-safety emergencies. Prioritise safety, vulnerable residents, risk containment and service restoration, making systems safe and completing repairs where reasonably achievable and authorised. Provide clear technical handovers where repairs cannot be completed, including temporary measures, parts, risks and required follow-on works. Essential Requirements: Current Gas Safe registration through the employing business and in-date domestic ACS qualifications appropriate to the work undertaken, including CCN1 and CENWAT, with HTR1, CKR1 and MET1 as applicable. Proven experience servicing, maintaining, fault-finding and repairing domestic boilers and heating systems. Strong practical experience with combi, system and heat-only boilers. Good knowledge of heating controls, S-plan/Y-plan systems, pumps, motorised valves, cylinders, expansion, circulation and system pressure. Strong understanding of domestic gas safety, combustion, flues, ventilation, gas pressures and soundness testing. Ability to interpret manufacturer instructions, technical literature and wiring diagrams. Competence in systematic fault finding and root-cause diagnosis. G3 Unvented Hot Water qualification, or willingness and ability to obtain this within an agreed period. Full UK driving licence. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable using mobile job-management systems such as BigChange or equivalent. High standards of health and safety, workmanship, timekeeping and professional conduct. Experience working in occupied housing, social housing, housing association or local-authority environments is highly desirable. To apply, please submit your CV for consideration.