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Landscape Construction Contracts Manager ‘Our client is seeking a Landscape Construction Contracts Manager with sound experience of large commercial contracts. The vacancy is to manage a portfolio of contracts in and around Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Huntington areas. The ideal candidate needs to be able to work well with people, including clients and the workforce, be able to organise and manage a number of sites concurrently and be able to complete major contracts in a timely and profitable manner ensuring that the company’s high standards are maintained. SMSTS and CSCS and relevant qualification would be desired. You will be required to :- Procure and organise labour resources to achieve maximum efficiency ensure that health and safety, quality and environmental systems are complied with have a good knowledge of landscaping operations on large commercial sites be able to complete the required construction documentation in either electronic or hard copies A full UK driving licence is essential You must be be self-motivated and be able to work efficiently without supervision Be a good communicator Assist in the production of RAMS Attend external and internal meeting as required A competitive salary will be offered depending on experience and the package will include a car

Our client is and establish provider of quality garden designs, Now seeking an experience landscape foreman/ team leader, to lead a small team on bespoke landscape construction projects ,candidates should have relevant industry qualifications and or experience You will need to be able to work from plans ,set levels ,leading a quality build ,covering the bespoke landscape spectrum client liaison skills are a must drivers licence essential plant and machinery experience would be an asset projects 70% hard landscape 30 % soft planting

Estimator Bespoke Landscapes Our client is seeking, an enthusiastic and reliable Estimator with experience in the landscape construction sector. Applicants should be able to handle enquiries, prepare, process and submit tenders for domestic landscape contracts. The company is an established and expanding, award-winning domestic landscape contractor working in all areas of hard and soft landscaping for, high-end clients. The successful candidate will enjoy the benefits of working in a relaxed, professional environment for a well-respected company. The successful candidate will work to their own initiative organising resources to deliver an Effective service including: Responsibilities ● Analyse client’s bills of quantities and technical specifications ● Extract information from tender documentation including taking off quantities both manually and computer assisted software ● Compiling bills of quantities ● Collate quotations to calculate materials, equipment, labour and sub-contractor costs ● Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure best value while maintaining profitability ● Utilise computer pricing software to prepare submissions ● Preparing and submitting compliant tenders to meet required deadlines ● Liaise with other departments to assist with the handover of projects ● Continued monitoring of projects including highlighting and pricing additional work and variations and submitting regular valuations through the construction phase ● Following up on tender submissions The successful candidate will have: ● Good awareness of tendering and the estimating process ● A high level of IT proficiency, particularly within Microsoft Excel ● Excellent numerical skills ● Ability to work to a high degree of accuracy ● Able to demonstrate professional communications at all levels ● Strong organisational skills ● The ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines The successful candidate will be working for a leading landscape company who pride themselves on the quality of the projects they deliver. You will work on a wide variety of projects and enjoy seeing them through to completion. You will also have the opportunity for further development, working alongside leading designers and professionals

Landscape Supervisor Soft/ hard landscapes Our client is seeking skilled and dedicated soft and hard Supervisors and Landscapers to grow with their dynamic, multi award winning company. You will be working in partnership with leading landscape architect practices and main contractors to deliver hard and soft landscape projects of the highest standard. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career at the highest level. The Job * Location Opportunities, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and London * Working Hours Permanent, full-time role; Monday to Friday with occasional weekend working. * Excellent rates, permanent jobs with career development * Key Skills Required * A proven track record in delivering large landscape projects * Experience of running in house and sub-contract teams * Coordinate tool and material deliveries including storage and inventories of materials on site * Excellent horticultural and plant identification skills (an advantage) * Broad range of landscaping experience * Ability to handle detail, work to tight deadlines and solve problem in a proactive manner * Work closely to organise and control site labour, working closely with the Contract Manager to ensure that the correct resources are in the right place at the right time * Team player promote a positive working environment * Excellent planning and organisational skills * Passionate about landscaping, positive and self-motivated, with a can-do attitude * Drawing interpretation skills, able to recognise where further information is required * Ability to build relationships with in house, subcontract teams’ clients and architects to ensure projects are completed on time * Capable of working under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines * Machinery tickets would be an advantage * Excellent attentions to detail ensuring works are carried out to the highest standard first time. Role Requirements * Current CSCS card * Current CPCS card SSSTS Desired * Full UK driving licence would be preferable