Kenna Recruitment Ltd

Job Summary You will be responsible for the full commercial management of several housing projects from conception through to completion. This includes providing key information for land purchase assessments, ensuring accurate material and labour costing, and managing the flow of Health & Safety information. You will monitor and report build costs, identifying savings or overspends, and fulfil all Commercial responsibilities under CDM regulations. Primary Responsibilities Commercial Management Manage all commercial aspects of housing projects from start to finish. Calculate and report all prime costs for developments, including house pricing, labour, site operations and remediation work. Maintain and reconcile whole-site infrastructure budgets, including phased developments. Prepare detailed cost budgets and share with Site Managers at the appropriate stages. Implement value engineering solutions to improve profit and efficiency. Maintain and price schedules of quantities for prime cost budgets. Prepare site budgets for authorisation by senior management. Manage adoption processes for public works. Support finalising and managing Housing Association contracts and valuations. Oversee closed contract provisions and orders. Support Customer Services with commercial solutions for defects and cost recovery. Ensure consistent processes, documentation and procedures across the surveying team. Price and manage subcontractor elements for the customer options system. Land Purchase Support Assess geographical and site-specific issues for potential developments. Prepare estimates of prime costs including subcontractor and material elements. Produce feasibility studies using relevant systems and databases. Cost Monitoring & Reporting Apportion prime costs to individual plots and prepare profit analysis. Monitor and explain subcontractor cost changes. Procure subcontractors, manage payments, variations, day works and final accounts. Conduct monthly valuations and assess work in progress. Report savings and overspends to senior management. Forecast final accounts accurately. General Duties Maintain knowledge of relevant codes of practice, including Building Regulations, NHBC standards and HSE requirements. Reconcile and recharge shared costs with internal or external partners. Attend project, tender, pre-start and specification meetings as required. Maintain data within all relevant systems and databases. Carry out regular site visits to support commercial functions and ensure efficient project delivery.

Kenna Recruitment is currently on the lookout for a number 1 Site Manager. My client is one of the leading fit out contractors that operate across the UK and after a successfully project win, they are now looking for a Site Manager to work on this scheme on a contract basis, for the right person this can lead to a permanent opportunity. They are now seeking a Site Manager to manage a commercial and industrial fit out. You will need to have a, CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid at Work and have extensive experience working on commercial fit out schemes as a number 1 Site Manager. If you are keen on knowing any further information on the above, please get in touch with Harold at Kenna Recruitment.

Kenna Recruitment is currently on the lookout for a External Site Manager. My client is one of the leading developers that operate across the UK and after a successfully project win, they are now looking for a External Site Manager to work on this scheme on a contract basis, for the right person this can lead to a permanent opportunity. They are now seeking a External Site Manager Manager to work on this scheme managing the external packages of one of the most prestigious residential schemes in West London consisting of over 350 units. You will need to have a CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work and have extensive experience working on residential schemes with either a main contractor or developer as an External Site Manager managing brickwork, windows and scaffolding packages. If you are keen on knowing any further information on the above, please get in touch with Harold at Kenna Recruitment.

Kenna Recruitment is currently on the lookout for a Senior Site Manager. My client is one of the leading developers that operate across the UK and after a successfully project win, they are now looking for a Senior Site Manager to work on this scheme on a contract basis, for the right person this can lead to a permanent opportunity. They are now seeking a Senior Site Manager to manage to work on this scheme managing the internal/ RC Frame packages of one of the largest residential schemes in London consisting of over 900 units. You will need to have a, CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work and have extensive experience working on large residential schemes with either a main contractor or developer. If you are keen on knowing any further information on the above, please get in touch with Harold at Kenna Recruitment.

Job Title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor Location: Essex (with travel to site as required across Essex / Home Counties) Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Company: Main Contractor residential/commercial/education developments About Us We are a forward-thinking main contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across Essex and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on collaborative working, strong project pipelines, and investing in the development of emerging talent. The Role As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor you will join our Commercial team and support the cost management and commercial control functions across our development and contracting projects. Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, your duties will include: Assisting in estimating, procurement and cost planning of subcontractor packages. Supporting measurement and preparation of interim valuations and final accounts. Helping maintain cost/value reconciliation, cashflow forecasting and budget tracking. Assisting with subcontractor enquiries, tender returns and compiling comparison schedules. Visiting site with the QS team to carry out take-offs from drawings/specifications and support site valuations. Learning and developing a strong understanding of contract forms (e.g., JCT / NEC) and the commercial risks of construction projects. What we re looking for A degree, HNC or HND (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a relevant discipline or a strong desire to pursue a QS career. Some exposure to construction (site, measurement, procurement) is desirable though not essential. Strong numeracy, excellent IT skills (especially Excel) and good communication skills. A motivated, self-starting individual keen to learn and progress. Ability to travel around Essex / Home Counties sites, and to work from our office when required. A full driving licence would be beneficial. What we offer Competitive starting salary appropriate for a trainee role. A structured training and development programme, with mentorship from experienced commercial staff. Opportunity to work on varied projects (residential, commercial, education) and gain broad experience. 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and pension scheme. Paid volunteer days, regular team social and a company culture that supports career progression. Work for a company with strong values of integrity, quality and collaboration.

Kenna Recruitment is currently on the lookout for a Project Manager. My client is one of the leading main contractors that operate across the UK and after a successfully project win, they are now looking for a Project Manager to work on this scheme on a contract basis, for the right person this can lead to a permanent opportunity. They are now seeking a Project Manager for a 35M commercial refurbishment scheme, you will be site-based reporting into the Construction Director ensuring the successful deliver of this project. They are looking for someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and has successful experience in working on projects 25M+ (Ideally on commercial schemes) If you are keen on knowing any further information on the above, please get in touch with Harold at Kenna Recruitment.