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Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Project Manager for one of our clients who are working on Civils works in around the London region. The role will include day to day project management duties on site where you will have a site team reporting directly to you. The role will involve the management of site activity, programming work and resources, health, safety and environmental planning and monitoring, client and sub-contractor liaison and reporting on project progress to the project teams. You will also have to liaise with the Client and attend regular meetings regarding progress and issues etc. The successful candidate will be the main site contact and reporting into the Operations Manager. You will also ensure that the project teams carry out the works to a high-quality standard in a safe manner and to agreed timescales whilst maintaining profitability and ensuring that all incidents/accidents and near misses are reported correctly. Knowledge & Experience: Strong knowledge of Civil Engineering Experience of Project Delivery Ability to liaise with the Client, Engineers, Estimators and Surveyors Degree Qualified Proficient using Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel Knowledge of method statements and risk assessments Valid CSCS Card Knowledge of Health & Safety Procedures, Management Systems and Quality Assurance Procedures. This is a fantastic opportunity for any ambitious Project Manager looking to progress their career. Competitive salary and package on offer and a chance to work on interesting and diverse projects. If you would like to discuss this opportunity in further detail, please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Site EngineerS Leading Contractor Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting a number of experienced Site Engineers for one of our clients who are working on a civils project in the London/South East region. This opportunity would suit someone from a civil engineering background and with previous experience working on a medium or large civils projects. Our client is a multi-disciplined civil engineering contractor delivering projects that are time and safety critical. They offer clear career progression, an industry leading training scheme & an exciting salary/package. Skills & Experience: 2 years’ experience in a similar role Strong knowledge within Civil Engineering Experience working on a ideally earthworks and civils projects is desirable Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Experience of working to tight deadlines Can work as part of a site team Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel Strong time management skills Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: HNC/Degree qualified within Civil Engineering or the equivalent. CSCS ​Please contact Steve Lee on Mobile: (phone number removed) or Email: (url removed) for further information

The Client Bracken Recruitment represents is an established Contractor with a fantastic reputation. They have an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Planner with a Civils background who is seeking work with a business with a real positive environment where they will work on interesting projects throughout London. The position would suit an experienced Planner looking for their next challenge. Responsibilities Project Planning using Primavera Project Progress Measuring & Monitoring Project Progress Reporting Subcontractor Progress Monitoring Labour Productivity Measure & Reporting Reporting in Project / Primavera and using Excel Measure quantities from drawings to generate progress reports Candidate Profile Relevant degree or qualification Should have a minimum of 4 years’ experience. Ideally the candidate will have a previous construction background in both commercial and industrial sectors. Excellent computer skills would include (MS Word, Excel, MS Project) Good communication Skills and ability to work as part of a fully integrated team is essential. If you feel that you have the relevant experience and knowledge for this position then please do not hesitate to contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) to have a more detailed discussion regarding this fantastic opportunity

Junior Health & Safety Advisor - Civils Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting a Junior Health & Safety Advisor for one of our clients who are working on various Civils projects throughout London & South East. The successful candidate will be covering a number of sites across the London & the South East and reporting into the HSQE Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress their career with opportunities to step into a Safety position. Our client offers the opportunity to work on multiple projects whilst receiving industry leading training & progression. Skills & Experience: 1/2 years + experience within Construction/Civil Engineering Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Experience of working to tight deadlines Experience recognising risks and hazards. Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel Hard working and ambitious Please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) or Email (url removed) for a confidential discussion

Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting Setting Out Engineer for a leading RC Frame & Groundworks Contractors based on a project in South London. The client we represent are one of the UK's leading Contractors and would offer fantastic career progression along with the opportunity to work on some landmark projects. Skills & Experience: • 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role (minimum) • Knowledge within RC Frames & Groundworks (Desireable) • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Experience of working to tight deadlines • Can work as part of a site team • Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • AutoCad experience • Strong time management skills • Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: • Degree qualified within Civil Engineering or the equivalent. • CSCS Card Please contact Steve Lee on Mobile: (phone number removed) or Email: (url removed) to discuss in more detail

Bracken Recruitment currently have an exciting opportunity for a Design Manager to work with a reputable Design & Build Contractor based in Central London. The projects that our client are involved in offer a fantastic opportunity to the successful candidate to broaden their knowledge within the industry and take on interesting and complex building projects. About the role • Management of the design process throughout the project . • Responsible & accountable for helping the setting of Design Team programmes and monitoring of these to ensure the timely delivery. • Responsible for working closely with the design and technical staff and external consultants to produce detailed robust programmes for all activities required to start on site including design contingencies and review periods. • Providing suitable technical and design solutions to complex problems on site. • Agree targets and motivate team to ensure that targets are known, understood and met. • Ensuring installations are compliant with current regulation • Able to deal with planning permission, to manage Architects and Engineers and check and qualify design plans. • Manage the flow of information internally and ensure coordinated comments are returned to designers and ensuring the lead consultant is coordinating the design including subcontract elements. Candidate Requirements: • Experience working in a similar role with a Main Contractor • Essential that you have knowledge of building processes covering, residential projects. • Ideally at least 4+ years of Technical or Design Coordination type experience • Must have worked for a Developer, Architectural Practice or Main Contractor • Ideally have residential new build experience within the London space on high end luxury projects • Degree qualified Please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) or Email: steve to discuss this opportunity further

Operations Manager The position of Operations Manager is accountable for managing allocated projects to ensure zero harm, quality, on-time delivery, customer satisfaction and profitability. This position will always exhibit an image of professionalism and technical excellence. This position has many supervisory duties, directing the performance of work, resources and activities. Depending on the nature of the project, an Operations Manager can work closely with and direct Project/ Site Managers, and reports to the Regional Manager with regard commercial and contractual performance and for guidance and supported as required. Responsibilities: • The development, review and management of project plans encompassing all elements of project delivery including H&S, Quality & Environment • Proactive leadership and management of safety performance, standards and risk • Complete assigned project tasks in accordance with the Company Management System • Liaison with the Design Department ensuring contract requirements are identified and if necessary, design works are instructed in a timely manner to meet project requirements/ product lead times • Complete routine engineering tasks including take offs after the project handover to enable ordering of material and equipment in accordance with the project specification and engineering details • Establish and maintain project cost control, inclusive of a focus on labour utilisation and efficiency • Work on a day to day basis with Project Management team, helping to manage the project, solve problems and mitigate/mange operational risk. • Work closely with the commercial team • Build effective relationships with clients and manage day to day interactions • Work closely with the commercial team in providing detailed and accurate records of works completed for the submission of monthly progress claims and sub-contractor statements • Administration of contracts, programme and management of commercial risk and elevation to of all contract issues immediately to allow for timely intervention • Preparation of weekly contract/ project review sheets for all allocated contracts and presentation of such at the Construction Meeting • Supporting innovation and technology development onsite to ensure the organisation is recognised as a total solution provider • Facilitating training and development of work crews with a view of self-performing works as oppose to subcontracting • Completion on a monthly basis; detailed programme, labour histogram and project forecast as per the companies reporting timelines • Close out assigned projects in conjunction with the Quantity Surveyor, and completion of the End of Project Reports/ Job sheets with the Marketing Department • Weekly site safety inspections • Any other ad-hoc tasks/duties to deliver projects whilst in your role. Requirements: • Degree Qualified within Civil Engineering/Structural Engineering • Experience managing multiple projects • Strong commercial awareness • Excellent communication skills • Strong business development experience Please contact Steve Lee on Email: (url removed) or Mobile: (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity

Project Quantity Surveyor - Respected Design and Build Main Contractor (West London) Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor for one of our clients who is working on respected residential, educational and commercial projects throughout London. They are looking for someone experienced in running projects by themselves. Our Client is an established and growing Design and Build Contractor with an excellent pipeline of work. This is a great opportunity for someone to develop into a senior management position in the near future. The successful candidate will be part of a strong commercial team, working on various contracts throughout London. Skills & Experience: • 5 years’ experience in a similar role • Degree qualified in Commercial Discipline or Equivalent • Strong knowledge within Design and Build Construction • Ability to work from own initiative • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Experience of working to tight deadlines • Experience using the JCT form of contract • Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • Strong time management skills • Hard working and ambitious What's in it for you? • A highly competitive salary + package • Great opportunity to progress • Great benefits and bonus structures • Support from a very committed and devoted team Please contact Steve Lee on Mobile: (phone number removed) for further information

We currently have an open position for a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a fast growing Design and Build Main Contractor delivering projects that are time and safety critical. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to take a challenging role with a fast moving business in London and progress their career within an ambitious organisation. The position would suit someone who has managed multiple packages through to completion in the past. The successful candidate will be based in West London and will be offered clear career progression and a competitive salary plus package depending on experience, the opportunity would suit an individual with the following. Skills & Experience: • 3 years’ plus of experience in a similar role (minimum) • Ability to manage projects throughout the process • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Experience of working to tight deadlines • Strong experience using the JCT form of contract • Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • Strong time management skills • Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or the equivalent) If you think your skills match up well with the above please contact Steve Lee on Mobile: (phone number removed) if you would like to discuss the opportunity further

Health & Safety Manager – Utilities Respected Contractor (London) Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Health & Safety Manager for one of our clients who is working on a number of utilities projects in around London. This would suit someone from a Civil Engineering background and with previous utilities experience in either the water, gas, communications or power sector. Our Client is a multi-disciplined Contractor delivering projects that are time and safety critical within the utilities sector. The successful candidate will be the lead Health & Safety Manager working on various projects across the London region. Skills & Experience: * 3 years’ experience in a similar role (minimum) * Strong knowledge within the utilities sector * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Strong attention to detail and accuracy * Experience of working to tight deadlines * Experience managing various projects * Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel * Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: * NEBOSH Construction * CSCS Please contact Steve Lee on Mobile: (phone number removed) for further information

Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting a Structural Design Engineer for a Tier 1 Contractor in West London with fantastivc reputation worldwide. Purpose of Role To assist with providing safe, practical and economic designs for internal clients to a high standard of professional competence and in compliance with Company procedures. Key Responsibilities • Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department. • Assist in the management of the interface with external or in house design teams on behalf of the Design Manager. • Liaise with other departments and project teams within the Company with respect to design requirements. • Undertake site visits when appropriate. • Allocate design tasks to individuals within informal internal teams whilst maintaining responsibility for the team’s overall performance. • Ensure that the work in the department is carried out in accordance with Company procedures and that a high level of professionalism is maintained. • Ensure that chargeable work is identified and evaluated including the preparation of adequate records of time spent. • Ensure feedback on design work is collated and saved in accordance with procedures. • Coach individual staff members. • Prepare conceptual designs from with a view to the preparation of safe, practical and economic designs in accordance with current legislation. • Assist in the preparation detailed designs in accordance with current standards and codes including calculations, design risk assessments and sufficiently detailed sketches for the preparation of working drawings. • Summarise quantities relating to design tasks for pricing purposes. • Maintain responsibility for the storage, filing and archiving of documents relevant to the design tasks undertaken by yourself or your team. Skills, experience & Qualifications • Proven construction experience • Temporary Works Design experience • Experience of working on Rail projects • Confident when dealing with figures, design issues and programmes. • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project. Please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail

Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Project Manager within RC Frames & Groundworks for one of our clients who is have projects up to the value of £20m. Our Client is a Leading RC Frame Contractor with a fantastic reputation within the UK market delivering projects that are time and safety critical. The successful candidates will be the lead Project Manager on site and responsible for liaising with the Client as well looking after all site operations. The company offer exceptional progression and place emphasis on having people grow with the company. Skills & Experience: • 3 years’ experience in a similar role (minimum) • Strong knowledge within RC Frames • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Experience of working to tight deadlines • Experience managing various projects • Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • Strong time management skills • Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: • Civil Engineering degree (or the equivalent) • CSCS If you would like more information please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat

Senior Engineer (Leading RC Frame Contractor) Bracken Recruitment are currently recruiting an experienced Senior Engineer for one of our clients who is working on a prestigious residential project in East London. This would suit someone from a Civil Engineering background and with previous experience working within the RC Frame & Groundworks sector. They offer clear career progression & on the go training. Skills & Experience: • 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role (minimum) • Strong knowledge within Civil Engineering – especially within RC Frame/Groundworks sector • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Experience working with AutoCAD • Experience of working to tight deadlines • Can work as part of a site team • Knowledge of Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • Strong time management skills Hard working and ambitious Qualifications: • Degree qualified within Civil Engineering or the equivalent. • CSCS Please contact Steve Lee on (phone number removed) for further information

Bracken Recruitment are currently working on behalf of a well-known Main Contractor in London who are looking for an experienced knowledgeable Project Manager for a commercial project in West London. The organisation that we represent are a forward thinking organisation that values the opinions and ideas that are brought forward by all members of staff within the organisation. This company are constantly growing and are therefore looking to build their team with the appropriate, culture fitting team. The Role: • Ensure that project runs on time and on budget • Provide strong leadership skills and communicate accordingly to all of the construction team • Liaise with the Commercial team regularly • Ensuring that all Safety Management Systems are in place and in operation • Liaise with Client on a regular basis with updates etc • Prepare progress reports • Assess all project risks • Coordinate and manage the logistics of the project to avoid future issues • Mentoring Junior Project Managers and setting them tasks and objectives. Experience: • Experience in High-End Projects • Relevant Construction related Degree or vocational equivalent • Strong commercial awareness • Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work to tight deadlines and achieve targets • Strong relationship builder who can work as part of a site team • Proficient using Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel • Ability to plan and manage your time effectively • Conscientious and hard-working Please contact Steve Lee at Bracken Recruitment for more details regarding this opportunity. Mobile: (phone number removed) or email Eva at: (url removed)

M&E Project Manager A well known Building Services contractor in London and the South East is currently looking for an experienced M&E Project / Site Manager to join their team. They are looking for strong candidates that should ideally have several years of experience, delivering Educational and Public Health MEP packages. Your duties will include: • Responsible for managing M&E projects within an education/healthcare environment • Manage staff, tradesmen and contractors work including new build installation, moves and refurbishment projects • Ensure works are carried out on time and within budget • Assist in the design and tender process • Oversee the construction phase of projects, ensuring works are carried out in line with the design and the schedule • Facilitate risk management with clinical teams where projects are installed within a live environment • Be accountable for project P&L • Ensure Health & Safety regulations are adhered to at all times • Manage the commissioning and handover phase The successful candidate should have: • Must have previous experience managing M&E project works, preferably within a commercial sector. • Must have experience managing NEC & JCT contracts • Must have P6 / Microsoft Projects planning experience • Must hold a relevant M&E qualification, HNC or above • Must have SMSTS or IOSH Please contact Steve Lee for a confidential discussion