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Matchtech are excited to be working alongside a major Highways and Civils client in both Somerset & Wiltshire, and as result we have a live opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor. Our client are looking for a Quantity Surveyor on a temporary basis, to work within their Highways Term Maintenance contract in North Somerset and Wiltshire. As the Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of our Commercial team who are responsible for the successful commercial delivery of Highways Maintenance Works on the North Somerset Highways contract. The contract is with North Somerset County Council with an annual turnover of c.£10m. As the Quantity Surveyor your duties & responsibilities will be: Project Cost Control, change control, risk review, applications and final accounting Supporting site team to correctly implement the contract and advise on issues with commercial impact Experience Required Extensive knowledge of MS software Appropriate Quantity Surveying Qualification / professional affiliation Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts, in particular Option A Excellent knowledge of the Method of Measurement Ability to negotiate Record of successful project delivery This role is Inside of IR35 (pay rate needs to be Paye or Umbrella) and Hybrid Working is on offer

Matchtech are excited to be working alongside a major Highways and Civils client in both Somerset & Wiltshire, and as result we have a live opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. Our client are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a temporary basis, to work within their Highways Term Maintenance contract in North Somerset and Wiltshire. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of our Commercial team who are responsible for the successful commercial delivery of Highways Maintenance Works on the North Somerset Highways contract. The contract is with North Somerset County Council with an annual turnover of c.£10m. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor your duties & responsibilities will be: Project Cost Control, change control, risk review, applications and final accounting Supporting site team to correctly implement the contract and advise on issues with commercial impact Experience Required Extensive knowledge of MS software Appropriate Quantity Surveying Qualification / professional affiliation Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts, in particular Option A Excellent knowledge of the Method of Measurement Ability to negotiate Record of successful project delivery This role is Inside of IR35 (pay rate needs to be Paye or Umbrella) and Hybrid Working is on offer

Focus would be on construction impact and key duties and role requirements are: Experience issuing temporary structure licences and reviewing proposals for construction schemes Strong communication skills across all levels Good knowledge of highway build-up and maintenance Reliable and able to adapt to shift working Good IT skills

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: CPCS Forward Tipping Dumper Ticket CSCS Card Civil Engineering site experience is essential. Please send your CV to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

My Hertfordshire based client is looking to appoint an experienced Building Surveyor with strong project management skills. Key duties: Manage delivery of the refurbishment of a building used for temporary (housing) accommodation - contractor appointed, but quite a complex project to deliver and will require strong stakeholder management Working with Head of Corporate Asset Management on the development of schedules of works for buildings across the client's community portfolio (approximately 25 locations). They currently have 18 month old stock condition surveys as a starting point, but these will also require further survey work to pull these togetherThere is a possibility that this may evolve to manage the delivery of the client's community assets works (including procurement of contractors). The contract will last for six months and pay in the region of £400/d inside IR35. This is an urgent requirement, so please apply promptly if you are interested. To apply, please call Daniel Baker on (phone number removed) or apply via this advert. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Duties: Manage a team of trade staff delivering customer focused works in line with business objectives and ensuring effective management of performance of both in house delivery teams and external contractors within agreed budgets and service standards. Manage performance, productivity and value for money in a right first-time environment. Manage the PPM programme to ensure the civic portfolio is statuary compliant Ensure systems and records are accurate and kept up to date in a timely manner in support of the delivery of repairs including through the regular use of the Council's IT systems. Carry out quality assurance checks and inspections to establish cost, time taken and compliance with all required standards and right first-time principles. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: Experience working on clean/dirty water infrastructure/pipeline projects would be essential. A strong background within the utilities sector, particularly water, would also be essential. Rehab and networks knowledge is essential as well as experience working on the Scottish Water Framework. The successful candidates must be willing to travel within the Northern Regions of Scotland (Perth upwards). SMSTS DOMS Water Hygiene Card NRSWA Ticket I am open to talk to both permanent and freelance candidates for these positions. Please send your CV to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: Experience working on hot pressure water systems, cleaning a range of stonework/brickwork DOFF Cleaning (Nebula Systems) experience would be advantageous Additional Information A day rate between £150 - £200 will be paid for an 8 hour day Please send your CV to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Essential criteria - Please do not apply for the role unless you: Have either CS Todd Fire Risk Assesment or NEBOSH Fire Safety and Risk Management Certificate Demonstratable experience in carrying out fire risk assessments to complex buildings (including purpose built blocks; community halls; Sheltered Housing Units; Hostels; converted street properties; boiler houses and plant rooms). Producing specifications of work in relation to fire safety. Post inspections of fire safety works. Desirable criteria - Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety Registered with the Institution of Fire Engineers Job Purpose To provide expert specialist fire safety leadership, management, support and advice across the department. To ensure fire safety is inspected, managed and maintained in accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and any other appropriate Health and Safety legislation. Responsible for identifying all fire related risks and issues across the portfolio and design, arrange and oversee the necessary remedial actions and work packages. To provide cost analysis on various projects and provide expenditure forecasts whilst assessing all financial risks that the Council could be exposed to. To undertake contract evaluations, both pre and post contract, and prepare evaluation reports. Manage repairs staff, specialist consultants, designers and clerk of works in order to ensure compliance with fire safety legislation and the council's fire safety strategy and policies. Manage and undertake FRA inspections and programme, including risk management of assets. Using own specialist and expert knowledge, be responsible for identifying the technical solutions for fire safety works, and support investment teams in the delivery of major schemes and repair teams and contractors in the delivery of minor works. Responsible for liaising with other professional bodies including Building Control and the Fire Service. Provide expert technical support and training to other housing staff, including assisting housing officers in relation to the under 4 storey FRA programme, and other key management issues relating to fire safety. Contribute to and drive continuous development and compliance of the council's fire safety strategy and policies. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: CPCS/NPORS Slingers Ticket Experience on a Tunnelling project would be an advantage but not essential. Please send your CV/Tickets to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Main Purpose The Council employs around 600 people, based at two main sites; our civic campus and our operational depot. The Council is transforming the way it works with an ambitious Smarter Ways of Working Programme. This role is to provide technical expertise and project management for our building refurbishment project. 1. To lead the Council's building refurbishment project. 2. To provide technical expertise to senior officers related to the refurbishment of its office accommodation. The Ideal Candidate 1. Project Management experience, preferably with CIBSE/IET or equivalent experience of managing a building refurbishment project 2. Previous experience of managing refurbishment projects in a transformation environment (>£1M); 3. Detailed knowledge of specification building and procurement in the public sector; 4. Excellent project management skills including the management of contractors, managing to clear deliverables and managing risk (project management qualification preferred); 5. Good report writing skills and able to present at Project Board level and respond to challenge on programme deliverables; 6. Previous experience of options appraisals and delivery of accommodation strategies; 7. Excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a transformation team to ensure staff and the organisation are taken on the 'journey' (cultural change); Key Tasks 1. Work with the Smarter Ways of Working Programme Manager to initiate, manage and successfully deliver a variety of projects which form part of the Councils Transformation Programme. These projects are core to the Council's Digital strategic priorities and may be complex and have significant interdependencies. 2. In line with the Corporate Programme Management Office (CPMO), develop project planning documentation and budgets to aid effective implementation. 3. Ensure that projects are delivered to scope, within budget and to agreed timeframes. 4. Lead significant procurement exercises related to building works and refurbishment. 5. Lead multiple delivery teams; allocating and monitoring tasks, motivating staff and appraising individual performance. 6. Effectively manage and report on project budgets in accordance with the Councils Financial processes and standards. 7. Work with multidisciplinary teams of stakeholders from a variety of business areas. 8. Build productive working relationships with our suppliers to ensure that projects are consistently delivered on time. 9. Negotiate with partners and suppliers to ensure that the Council achieves value for money. 10. Direct and motivate project team members, and advise clients/users on all phases of projects. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Responsibilities: Being part of the Capital Delivery Team working to transform the council Responsibility for the management of all project staff, contractors and consultants appointed to support the delivery of relevant capital projects - setting targets, monitoring performance and taking corrective action as required; Support the development of the capital programmes in respect of Housing (including through the Council's wholly owned Development Company), Education and Regeneration etc; Develop clear project briefs/specifications with sponsor departments to secure agreement on outputs, budgets and programmes for individual projects; Lead the development and delivery of capital projects from inception through to completion including: securing relevant internal approvals; undertaking procurement activity in line with relevant policies; representing the Council's interests in discussions with consultants/contractors; monitoring delivery against agreed cost, programme and quality targets (escalating issues as necessary); managing handover arrangements to ensure that projects are provided to BAU host departments in a fit state and that all health and safety manuals and user training is completed; and undertaking project closure reviews to record project outcomes and capture any learning points. Where required, support the development of capital project proposals in respect of regeneration, transformation, property maintenance etc, providing expert advice to colleagues to ensure that schemes can be effectively and efficiently delivered. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Job Purpose - To lead the Capital Projects team in the development and delivery of the highest quality new property, that meet the needs and aspirations of the local community, while achieving, where appropriate, an increased net revenue income to St. Albans City and District Accountabilities - To lead and manage the Capital Projects team (around 11 posts) in the development and delivery of the highest quality new property that meets the sustainability and quality aspirations of the Council. To lead at a strategic level and be accountable for the Capital Projects programme, ensuring effective project plans, procedures and schedules are created that will deliver projects on time and on budget. To work with the Regeneration & Investment Manager to ensure Capital Projects accurately respond to market conditions and maximise profitability through a robust business case. To lead on the budgetary management of the Capital Projects team to ensure maximum value from each development is achieved through procurement and contractor management. To lead and manage the Capital Projects team in meeting the Council's legal, regulatory and health / safety requirements and responsibilities, ensuring that all construction is in line with current CDM regulations. To lead, develop, nurture and manage relationships at a strategic level with key stakeholders, partners and supply chain contractors to ensuring key tasks are delivered to a high standard by the Capital Projects team. To lead and manage the Capital Projects team in ensuring sufficient building/site surveys (including managing asbestos) and title reports have been undertaken, to protect the Council's interests. To lead on the development and implementation of life cycle standards across a diverse range of major Capital Projects and to take responsibility for ensuring they are completed satisfactorily (including during defect liability periods).Essential Qualifications - Construction or property related degree MRICS qualified or PM qualification. Minimum 5 years PM experience Current and valid driving license Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Job Purpose: To assist the Building Control Manager to maintain and keep under review systems for ensuring the effective assessment and delivery of Building Control Services to the businesses and residents of the Lewisham Borough. To assist the Building Control Manager to ensure the implementation of efficient and effective procedures, documentation and working arrangements in connection with all aspects of the Section's responsibilities. To assist the Building Control Manager to manage the Building Control Section of the Department in a manner which takes account of all relevant legislation and agreed policies of the Council ensuring that Council and statutory targets are met. Key duties and responsibilities: To be directly responsible to the Building Control Manager for the effective and efficient performance of staff within the Building Control Section. To supervise more junior staff working in the Building Control Section in accordance with laid down procedures and policies. To liaise and consult with other officers of the Council, the Chief Fire Officer, Government Departments, statutory undertakers and other public and private bodies as appropriate. To assist in the development and training of staff. Examine and determine all plans deposited in relation to Building Regulations and linked powers and preparation of decision notices. Clearly match the complexity of a project with the correct competency level of junior and senior surveyors. Inspect all building work in progress to secure compliance with the Building Regulations and linked powers. Examine and determine applications deposited under the partner authority scheme, and give pre-submission advice as required. Investigate all instances of unauthorised work, and progress to compliance with the regulations or removal or the non-complying work. Examine and report upon all applications for Relaxation and/or Dispensation of the Building Regulations. Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: CPCS Tracked Ticket, Above and Below 10T with Lifting Ops Safety MedicalPlease send your CV/Tickets to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: NRSWA Street works Operative or Supervisor Ticket Cat & Genny CertificatePlease send your CV/Tickets to this advert or direct to If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Key responsibilities Be responsible for providing LU Stations Lead information for both short form and long form report outlining the progress of the LU Piling, Substructure and Superstructure works, actual cost, forecast and highlighting any problems and issues for resolution. Attend delivery meetings with LU Station Lead (and deputise for the LU Senior Project Manager as required) Responsible for the co-ordination between the construction, design, procurement and commercial departments to ensure the substructure sub-contracts are awarded and work started in accordance with Promote and deliver a collaborative environment throughout all members of the team including stakeholders and the supply chain. Establish and maintain site organisation and facilitate effective communications between the Employer's representatives Receipt of instruction from the client Construction Manager. Ensure a clear understanding of levels of authority to receive instructions by the client Construction Manager or Supervisor and receipt of other contractual communication within the team and supply chain. Promote and deliver works in accordance with HS2 standards and without defects. Ensure works are monitored to achieve right first-time workmanship and undertake lessons learnt reviews to promote continuous improvemen Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application

Relevant candidates MUST have the following: CPCS Above 10T Wheeled 360 Excavator Ticket Experience on a Tunnelling project would be advantageous but not essential.If you wish to discuss this role in more detail please feel free to call me direct on (phone number removed) Please send your CV/Tickets to this advert or direct to Matchtech acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers and is part of Gattaca Plc. Gattaca Plc provides support services to Matchtech and may assist with processing your application