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Contracts Manager Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we are seeking an enthusiastic Contracts Manager to work from our South Brent operational office. Benefits * Competitive Salary * Company Car/Car Allowance * Discounted Healthcare Scheme * Pension * 23 days holidays & BH Summary – Contracts Manager With responsibility for the control and management of a number of Site Managers the Contracts Manager will ensure contracts are completed to programme, with zero defects, within budget and with no risk to Health & Safety of their operation team, the client or the general public. The successful candidate will be client facing and have strong experience in Refurbishment, Refit, Decent Homes including Void and planned works & Cyclical Painting Contracts, along with public and private sector works, estimating experience would be beneficial. Must be commercially aware, fully conversant with construction contracts with good Health & Safety knowledge. Key Responsibilities – Contracts Manager * Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders. * Assist in the development of the procurement programme. * Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client * Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub contractors) as determined by individual contracts. * Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts. * Control individual contract progress towards completion. * Control individual contract budgets. * Ensure all necessary contract documentation / reports are accurate and produced on time. Key skills * Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role and sector. * Holds the relevant qualifications. * Must hold a current SMSTS or associated NVQ. * Ideally have experience of Planned Works Contracts and working within Social Housing * Must be an enthusiastic self-starter with confident communications skills. * Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office. * Must be flexible in hours of work and travel and hold a Full UK Driving Licence. Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES UNLESS YOU INTEND TO WAIVE ALL FEES

Site Manager (Refurbishment, Refit and Roofing) Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Site Manager to cover Cirencester/Tewkesbury & Birmingham areas. Benefits * Salary Competitive * Discount Healthcare Scheme * Fleet Van/Company Car or Car Allowance * Pension * 23 Days Hols & BH Summary – Site Manager With responsibility for the supervision of a number of site personnel including subcontractors. The Site Manager will ensure all site personnel carry out their designated tasks efficiently and effectively to enable the contract to be completed on time, with zero defects, within budget and with no risk to the Health & Safety of their operational team, the Client or the general public. The successful candidate will have strong experience in Re-fit, Refurbishment and Maintenance contracts especially within Social Housing/Tenanted properties and have an expertise in Roof refurbishments in a domestic setting. Main Responsibilities – Site Manager * Ensure the site complies with H&S regulations and all staff follow Novus H&S policies and procedures through effective training, risk assessments and audits, record keeping, etc. monitoring all H & S issues, resolving and escalating when necessary in a timely manner * Mange the site to meet quality and compliance standards required (including but not exhaustive of BVQI) and provide relevant reports in a timely manner. * Conduct benchmarking to agree the required quality of works; ensure consistency of standards throughout the project through to the handover of works; ensure the requirements are understood by all staff. * Ensure the site teams complete the work effectively, on time, safely and within budget * Assist Contracts Manager in the selection and formation of the site team (inc. subcontractors, suppliers, etc.) as part of the pre-contract planning. * Proactively input to the production of the overall programme of works, continually review progress of work against the programme, schedule of works and budget; provide timely reports to Contracts Manager and other stakeholders * Work within the budget provided and make suggestions in relation to improvements/upselling opportunities. * Manage staff in line with the company policies and procedures; such as recruitment, training, capability, disciplinary, talent development and succession. * Proactively work with Customer Liaison team to understand customer needs to prevent complaints; resolve any customer-related issues or enquiries in a proactive and timely manner. Key skills * Must hold a current SMSTS. * Essential to have minimum of 5 years experience of Site Management with refurbishment/refit and planned works. * Experience working within Social Housing a distinct advantage * Roofing experience essential. * Must be an enthusiastic self-starter with confident communications skills. * Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office & Project * Must be flexible in hours of work (as may be required to work nights as and when required), travel and hold a Full UK Driving Licence. * Ipaf, Pasma and First Aid preferred Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance Company. Strictly no agencies

Helpdesk Planner Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 1,000 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 121-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we are seeking an enthusiastic Helpdesk Planner to join our busy team at our Bathgate office. Benefits * 24 days holidays & BH * Pension * Discounted Healthcare Scheme Main Responsibilities – Helpdesk Planner * Using the latest company I.T systems to provide a Helpdesk support service * Telephone enquiries * Input orders on to company data base * Keep a diary of requested/allocated work * Liaise between, Clients, Managers and Operatives * Check jobs are carried out correctly and on time * Monitor active dashboard and interactive planner at all times * Schedule all work onto PDA’s using the correct job lengths and within specified timescales * Scheduling work to contractors * Logging and following up of emergency call out orders * Chase orders that are awaiting materials with the Contracts Manager/Quality manager/Contractors * Rescheduling of follow-on orders and updating the clients * Monitoring/acknowledging/reschedule rejected works from subcontractor * Applying for work extension with the client * Updating Impact with relevant notes * Liaising with Contracts Manager regarding orders nearing completion target * Monitoring orders to ensure completion within specified target * Deal with internal and external communications and record and/or report information as necessary * Ensure all necessary contract data, documentation and reports are accurate and produced on time Key skills * Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office * Previous helpdesk planning experience essential * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Must be an excellent organiser with proven time management skills Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance. Strictly no agencies

Qualified Electrical Supervisor Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we are seeking an enthusiastic Qualified Electrical Supervisor to work from our Burton office covering the South Derbyshire and East Midlands areas. Summary– Qualified Electrical Supervisor The role of a Qualified Supervisor is to carry out a variety of electrical work relating whilst supervising other Novus Electricians The Supervisor has responsibility for ensuring all work carried out is completed on time and in line with Novus Property Solutions and Industry standards. The Qualified Electrician will carry out Electrical Installations, Inspection & Testing, Maintenance and repairs on both domestic and commercial properties in particular social housing. Must be qualified to 18th edition and hold a current CSCS / ECS Card. Main Responsibilities– Qualified Electrical Supervisor * To ensure all work carried is completed on time and in line with the recognised Novus and Industry Standards * The qualified supervisor will check compliance and sign off works as per the NICEIC requirements. * To work in co-operation with other trades / occupations * To assist other trade / occupations when able and necessary * Carry out other reasonable duties as deemed necessary in meeting the Novus Property Solutions business needs * Attend meetings with work colleagues and or Clients/Customers when necessary * Deal with Client / Customer queries and or communications professionally and efficiently * Ensure appearances and actions are professional and reflect the Novus Property Solutions Key skills * Hold relevant qualifications, 18th Edition, City and Guilds 2360 Parts 1 and 2 or NVQ Level 3 including AM2 or City and City and Guilds 2330 Levels 2 and 3 or City and Guilds 2357 including AM2 * The successful candidate will be able to install, repair, inspect & test electrical installations * Must have the appropriate Electrical Certificate or Electrical Condition report for the type of work being undertaken * Previous experience of working at supervisory level Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance Company. NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Head of Bid Management Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment, and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. We are seeking an enthusiastic Head of Bid Management to join our established Bid team, working from either our Stoke on Trent HQ or a North West/Midlands Operational office. Summary – Head of Bid Management Head the bid department to ensure successful tender submissions contribute to business development. Ensure operational framework for management of bids is in place, including risk management. Main Responsibilities – Head of Bid Management * Ownership of the end to end Bid process for key opportunities, identifying the “Win Plan” and co-ordinating all necessary resources to produce a best in class submission * Key figure within the bid / no bid process, judging the highest win probabilities * Innovating the delivery solution * Strong commercial acumen * Ensure the bid team work effectively with Operations on identifying bid opportunities within the marketplace * Ensure effective communication processes between departments are in place and facilitate timely and successful bid submissions * Work with operations teams on resourcing the completion of tender opportunities * Manage workloads of the bid team, in conjunction with Operations requirements * In conjunction with Estimating team ensure thorough risk assessment of tender submissions * Facilitate adjudication process to ensure robust and commercially sound bid submissions * Manage post-tender activities, e.g. presentations and clarifications * Monitor bid outcomes and ensure effective b2b and internal communications * Provide relevant reports to the company board of directors * Identify and drive continuous improvement activities * Develop improvement activities identified via customer feedback report * Ensure continuous business education on bid processes and principles * Develop systems and processes which facilitate gathering intelligence on bid activity * Manage team in line with the company policies and procedures Key skills/Knowledge * Strong proven track record of successful Bid Management * Bid writing within the property maintenance/construction industry (social housing, desirable) essential * People management and development experience including coaching skills * Budget management and commercially astute * Strong Stakeholder management skills * IT and Analytical skills including knowledge of Microsoft office & InDesign * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Current Public Contract Regulations and OGEU Regulations knowledge * Preferably hold a Business Management degree Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance. NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Site Manager (Refurbishment, Refit and Passive Fire Protection) Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Site Manager to cover Burton/Derby areas. Benefits * Salary Competitive * Discount Healthcare Scheme * Fleet Van/Company Car or Car Allowance * Pension * 23 Days Hols & BH Summary – Site Manager With responsibility for the supervision of a number of site personnel including subcontractors. The Site Manager will ensure all site personnel carry out their designated tasks efficiently and effectively to enable the contract to be completed on time, with zero defects, within budget and with no risk to the Health & Safety of their operational team, the Client or the general public. The successful candidate will have strong experience in Re-fit, Refurbishment and Maintenance contracts especially within Social Housing and have an expertise in Passive Fire Protection and Fire Door Maintenance & Install. Main Responsibilities – Site Manager * Ensure the site complies with H&S regulations and all staff follow Novus H&S policies and procedures through effective training, risk assessments and audits, record keeping, etc. monitoring all H & S issues, resolving and escalating when necessary in a timely manner * Mange the site to meet quality and compliance standards required (including but not exhaustive of BVQI) and provide relevant reports in a timely manner. * Conduct benchmarking to agree the required quality of works; ensure consistency of standards throughout the project through to the handover of works; ensure the requirements are understood by all staff. * Ensure the site teams complete the work effectively, on time, safely and within budget * Assist Contracts Manager in the selection and formation of the site team (inc. subcontractors, suppliers, etc.) as part of the pre-contract planning. * Proactively input to the production of the overall programme of works, continually review progress of work against the programme, schedule of works and budget; provide timely reports to Contracts Manager and other stakeholders * Work within the budget provided and make suggestions in relation to improvements/upselling opportunities. * Manage staff in line with the company policies and procedures; such as recruitment, training, capability, disciplinary, talent development and succession. * Proactively work with Customer Liaison team to understand customer needs to prevent complaints; resolve any customer-related issues or enquiries in a proactive and timely manner. Key skills * Must hold a current SMSTS. * Passive Fire Protection and Fire Door Maintenance & Install experience essential * Essential to have minimum of 5 years experience of Site Management. * Experience working within Social Housing a distinct advantage * Must be an enthusiastic self-starter with confident communications skills. * Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office & Project * Must be flexible in hours of work (as may be required to work nights as and when required), travel and hold a Full UK Driving Licence. * Ipaf, Pasma and First Aid preferred Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance Company. Strictly no agencies

Bid Writer Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. We are seeking an enthusiastic Bid Writer to work from our Stoke on Trent HQ. Summary – Bid Writer To support the acquisition of new business by project management of all aspects of the bid process in order to formulate bids on behalf of the company. Main Responsibilities – Bid Writer * Appraise each bid opportunity to identify key requirements; communicate on the requirements effectively with internal and external stakeholders * Obtain information required to produce bids from both operational and business services teams * Conduct client research in order to write bespoke bids meeting clients’ requirements in relation to service needs as well as their culture of working. * Liaise with clients to clarify any queries, clarifications and formulate answers for PQQ and ITT; ensure communication is in line with the company’s culture and approach to customer service * Continually update the information library for future bids * Effectively manage bid project milestones to ensure a timely submission for bids * Produce persuasive text based on the information gathered * Periodically meet with key members of the operational teams with the view to recognise operational ways of working and delivery of works * Appraise bid submissions to drive continuous improvement by suggesting changes/improvements * Ensure compliance with the defined bid process is maintained. Key skills/Knowledge * Proven track record of successful bid writing * Working in the construction industry including social housing(desirable) * Proven track record of working to agreed timescales * Able to manage workload in a fast-paced environment * IT Microsoft package, InDesign * Stakeholder engagement and management * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Bid project management * APMP (association of Proposal Management Professional) foundation level (desirable) Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance. NO AGENCIES PLEASE UNLESS YOU ARE WILLING TO WAIVE THE FEE

Quantity Surveyor (New Build) Novus Property Solutions are a dynamic, award winning property maintenance, refurbishment and new build specialist with more than 900 staff in 26 Locations across the UK providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a Social and Environmentally responsible family run business with a rich 123-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. As a result of our success we are seeking an enthusiastic Quantity Surveyor to work for our New Build team from our Stoke on Trent Head Office. Benefits * Salary range Competitive * Company Car/Car Allowance * Discounted healthcare scheme * Pension * 24 Days Hols & BH Summary – Quantity Surveyor The role is to obtain and evaluate information to ensure a realistic cost for the supply of works, goods, materials and services for designated build projects/contracts. Whilst liaising with Contractors, Suppliers and Clients to ensure information, costs, profitability and value meet the requirements of designated build project/ contracts. Site working/visits in and around the area. Key Responsibilities - Quantity Surveyor * Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales. * Assist in the development of the procurement programme and carrying out sub-contractor procurement * Prepare and monitor cash flow forecast for designated projects. * Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to the Client/Client’s representative. * Prepare monthly valuation reports for Novus Property Solutions Ltd Senior Management. * Submit invoices for certified value and ensure payments are received on time. * Value and authorise payments to sub-contractors. * Liaise with Contract Managers to establish the project specification and requirements. * Attend and contribute to meetings with work colleagues and or Clients/Customers when necessary, building relationships and demonstrating excellent communication skills. * Monitor the contract progress, assess and report any changes that may affect project costs and or time scale. * Assist in the control of individual contract budgets. Key skills and Qualifications * Holds the relevant qualifications * Must be an experienced Construction Quantity Surveyor – including social/affordable housing * Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office * Must be flexible in hours of work and travel and hold a Full UK Driving Licence Successful candidates can look forward to a varied and rewarding career with a company that holds the Investors in People accreditation and was the Construction News Awards Winner of Employer of the Year. Applications are welcomed from all as we are a registered Equal Opportunities Employer. We are a socially and environmentally responsible national building and maintenance. NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES UNLESS YOU INTEND TO WAIVE ALL FEES