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Growing civils and groundworks contractor is looking for a qualified and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the business, focussing on cost control and commercial project control. Support operational staff in the fulfillment of their role. You will be undertaking training, learning and development to become a Senior Quantity Surveyor. Management of all costs relating to projects. Oversee the process from initial enquiry and estimate through to when the build is in progress and on through to final costs. Ensure that costs are minimised and enhance value for money, whilst ensuring that the Company is achieving required standards and quality. Understand and adhere to statutory building regulations. Role Responsibilities: Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use Understand the principles of safety on site and ensure that any concerns are addressed immediately with the support of the safety team, commercial team and/ or Directors as appropriate Provide commercial assistance to the operational teams Demonstrate ability to work independently and efficiently Assist with the preparation of tender and contract documents Build relationships and understand client's and their requirements Apply value management and cost control Understand the procurement function and its interaction with site and impact on overall job cost and performance Prepare and analyse costings for tenders Identification of commercial risks and develop responses/ actions to them Subcontract procurement/ allocation of work Valuations of completed work and arrange payments Assist with the development of Trainee Quantity Surveyors when required

Growing civils and groundworks contractor is looking for a qualified and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the business, focussing on cost control and commercial project control. Support operational staff in the fulfillment of their role. You will be undertaking training, learning and development to become a Senior Quantity Surveyor. Management of all costs relating to projects. Oversee the process from initial enquiry and estimate through to when the build is in progress and on through to final costs. Ensure that costs are minimised and enhance value for money, whilst ensuring that the Company is achieving required standards and quality. Understand and adhere to statutory building regulations. Role Responsibilities: Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks Maintaining awareness of the different building contracts in current use Understand the principles of safety on site and ensure that any concerns are addressed immediately with the support of the safety team, commercial team and/ or Directors as appropriate Provide commercial assistance to the operational teams Demonstrate ability to work independently and efficiently Assist with the preparation of tender and contract documents Build relationships and understand client's and their requirements Apply value management and cost control Understand the procurement function and its interaction with site and impact on overall job cost and performance Prepare and analyse costings for tenders Identification of commercial risks and develop responses/ actions to them Subcontract procurement/ allocation of work Valuations of completed work and arrange payments Assist with the development of Trainee Quantity Surveyors when required

Mechanical Design Engineer - Due to continued growth and success, my client, a successful mechanical & electrical building services company, are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join their friendly and busy team. This role offers a great opportunity for someone to carve out a successful and progressive career with this company and as a business, they have an exceptionally high employee retention. They pride themselves on the fact that they look after their people and give them the opportunities for growth within the business. As a business, they work across residential, commercial, care homes, student accomodation, hotel and leisure sectors although the majority of their work is currently high end residential. As the successful Mechanical Design Engineer, you must have a minimum of an HNC with 2 years experience in a similar environment. You will be proficient in the use of Hevacomp/Cymap. Some knowledge/understanding of Autocad would be beneficial but not essential as you will be supported by an established Cad Department. Duties & Responsibilities To be able to carry out competent designs in accordance with standards and guidelines To prepare drawings (either cad/hand drawn) to allow installation To be able to carry out calculations in CYMAP To prepare full tenders for design and build projects and pre-designed To present tender for adjudication by Directors providing all labour/material/prelim analysis To complete Tender analysis forms as requested by Design Manager To produce accurate & concise tender letters To chase tendered work and report outcome to Managers To identify training requirements to allow engineering role to continue accurately To assist with training of apprentices To assist contracts team during project installations To carry out tasks complying with Company Management Policy and Quality Systems To attend design meetings maintaining commmunication levels with all design team To identify design risks whilst carrying out design and inform the design teamDay to day, you will be responsible for the detailed design of mechanical services including Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning and public health on a variety of projects, with the majority of those projects currently being high end residential. You will be working as part of an established design team in the Birmingham office and will also be responsible for attending design team meetings and client meetings. My client believes that the core of their success is down to the people they employ. You will be given the time and support to ensure that your career develops and you have opportunities to advance within the business. In return, they expect only the best - people with the best work ethics and desire to assist the company in their continual improvements. If this role is of interest, please contact me as soon as possible

An award-winning Architectural practice based in Leicestershire is looking to recruit three additional permanent members of staff, due to a large pipeline of work coming into the business. They are looking for an Architectural Technologist and / or Experienced Retail Designer who is looking for a new permanent challenge. For this particular role, you will initially be joining the team who works for a number of Retail Clients undertaking projects both in the UK and Overseas. This is a specialist wing of the company, an Award Winning Architects Practice that provides a range of architectural services on projects both large and small, in all sectors, across the UK and abroad. Many of the projects are full term Concept to Completion across all RIBA stages, Traditional and Design and Build, in an environment where the team combines a mixture of age and experience with youth and innovation. Ideally you will be qualified with an HNC/HND/BSC in Architectural Technology, with at least three years post qualification experience or an experienced Designer within the retail sector (detailed design and project delivery rather than creative) for more than 5 years, who is looking to progress in your career and in the future, using your current knowledge to expand into other areas of Architectural Design. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to work on multiple projects at one time working to tight deadlines. You should have a working knowledge of UK building regulations and project delivery and have knowledge of shopfitting or retail design. You should have some experience of vetting and approval processes and be proficient in AutoCAD as first choice programme. Experience of attending meetings in person and via video conference technology and liaising with clients and consultants. You will have some experience of carrying out inspections and be able to demonstrate your ability to undertake highly accurate detailed measured surveys and ideally have some experience of preparing due diligence reports. 20 days Holiday plus statutory, rising to 25 days plus statutory Competitive Salary BUPA Health Care is offered as a benefit Opportunity to work on a variety projects in the UK and outside of the UK Path to progression in an Award Winning in house training and development environment Full time position. Excellent career prospects, joining at an exciting time within a growing company. Encourage personal development whilst still enjoying a good work/ life balance Parking is provided, and shower facilities for those wishing to cycle

An award-winning Architectural practice based in Leicestershire is looking to recruit three new permanent professionals to join their team due to a large pipeline of projects coming into the business. Based in Market Harborough with a strong reputation for both high quality delivery and excellent client and stakeholder relationships. They are looking to hire a motivated, enthusiastic Senior Architectural Technician / Technologist to join our team, to deliver bespoke Architectural projects throughout all work stages in all sectors in the UK and abroad. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrable experience of leading projects in all stages. You will be responsible for running projects for this company's most prestigious retail and residential clients, from post planning stages through to completion. You must have previous, substantial experience within an Architectural Technician or Technologist position, and you will be AutoCAD proficient. You will have a portfolio that demonstrates a strong technical skill set with Revit knowledge being desirable, but not a necessity. Immediate Vacancy for a talented individual with the following competencies; Act as Project Leader. Be responsible for construction management and contract administration. Responsible for producing planning drawings, working drawings and specifications. Responsible for designing, updating and producing working drawings and details to recognised standards. Produce accurate detailed CAD drawings. Obtain statutory approvals. Resolve any queries raised by governing authorities i.e. Building Control until approval is received. Produce and maintain accurate detail drawings records. Supply correct drawings when requested by others. Respond quickly to any inquiries or requests for information to provide clarification to other staff, contractors or suppliers. Discuss and resolve problems or queries with staff, contractors and suppliers. Work closely with the Senior Staff to assist in programming and sharing workload. Accurately and correctly work within the time set and to be able to deal with any queries relating to these works in a professional and efficient manner. Liaise with outside consultants and specialists.There is a strong track record for teamwork and for encouraging the professional development of its staff at all levels. The postholder will have experience of supporting less experienced colleagues and show a commitment to the team ethos of the company. 20 days Holiday plus statutory, rising to 25 days plus statutory Salary package to be agreed, and dependant on relevant experience and qualifications Health Cover Opportunity to work on a variety projects Prospect of travelling around the UK and outside of the UK Path to progression in an Award Winning in house training and development environment Full time position. Excellent career prospects, joining at an exciting time within a growing company. We encourage personal development whilst still enjoying a good work/ life balance Parking is provided, and shower facilities for those wishing to cycle. BUPA Health Care is offered as a benefit As required, paid overtime or compensated with time off in lieu

Growing civil engineering business in the West Midlands is looking for an Office Administrator to join their friendly office team and support the administrative functions for the business. My client specialises in civil engineering and groundworks packages for residential new build projects across the Midlands region and have a very busy pipeline of tenders and enquiries coming in to the business, which is why they are looking to add to the office team and bring in additional administrative support to help the business grow as new contracts commence. The role would include all general administrative duties including, filing, keeping diaries for various members of staff, some invoice reconciliation, drawings register, information management and any other admin duties required within the office. The client is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and reliable candidate to join the business and help them to grow to the next level