Construction Jobs

Our highly respected Higher Education client require a Joiner on a temporary basis until September 2022. This role is based in Glasgow city centre and has an hourly pay rate of £14.47 per hour. Working Hours are 8am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 4pm on Fridays (35 hours per week). Role Outline To carry out repairs to doors, windows, fabric, planned inspections and repairs of fire doors and windows. Main Activities/Responsibilities: To carry out maintenance and repair of University property e.g. planned maintenance of fire doors/final exit doors in accordance with legislation, planned maintenance and repairs to windows, all other general repairs to guarantee a safe environment for University staff, students and visitors within established service levels To utilise all types of wood working machinery and undertake bench work duties to carry out all joinery work such as manufacturing bespoke furniture, preparing and hanging door frames and minor/major/capital works ranging from alterations on office/teaching accommodation to complete refurbishment To measure and request own material from stores ensuring correct equipment is available to carry out maintenance and repairs. To receive/record delivery of joinery materials from suppliers and complete delivery receipts ensuring all ordered stock is received To maintain all ironmongery across the University including closers and locks to maintain the security of University property To prepare University property for contractors for major works and undertake various 1st/2nd fix duties To operate at all times in line with risk assessments and method statements to maintain health and safety compliance. To operate plant equipment under PUWER regulations and work to Permits to Work and in full compliance with COSHH To carry an emergency telephone and react immediately to emergencies and complete paperwork such as timesheets, job lines and log sheets in relation to driving University vehicles. To drive these vehicles as required to transport post holder plus required tools and equipment to all tasksExperience Required Time Served - City & Guilds or equivalent Knowledge and experience of shop and maintenance work for all aspects of Joinery Services Experience of bench work Able to work on own initiative with a minimum of supervision Experience of working as part of a team Knowledge of woodworking machinery Good communication and interpersonal skills A flexible approach and good general standard of health Provide cover for on-call rota Ability to work to risk assessments and method statements Ability to read and understand construction drawings Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation Clean driving licence is desirable Knowledge and experience of carrying out window repairs

Roads Maintenance Engineer Interim Contract - 6 month contract Forfar/Remote Working IR35 - Inside Day Rate: Negotiable DOE Our Public Sector Client has an immediate requirement for an experienced Roads Maintenance Engineer to join their team on an interim basis for 6 months. The successful candidate will be expected to work from home with site visits as required and occasional office working. Main Duties: Preparation, tender (including Assessment) and management of contract and awarded works. Undertake design and supervision of roads maintenance projects and associated works, including measurement and feasibility studies. Assessments of carriageways and footways. Assist and advise in the assessment and procurement of road condition surveys and collate, interpret and report on the output of such surveys. Prepare annual/3 yearly structural works estimates and programmes. Implement revenue and capital maintenance works in accordance with Best Value Procedure. Ensure all design and construction works comply with all aspects with Health and Safety legislation and environmental regulations such as CDM Regulations and CAR requirements. Maintain a Quality Assurance System to all aspects of design and construction works. Monitor revenue and capital maintenance budgets. Manage staff including engineers, technicians and inspectors. Undertake staff training and mentoring. Supervise the work of team members in all aspects of the team’s works. Prepare correspondence relative to maintenance works. Apply computer-based modelling, design, drafting, contract preparation and measurement packages to the work being undertaken. Co-ordinate with other sections within Infrastructure and other departments within the council. Liaise with utilities and other organisations. Communicate with the public, landowners and emergency services. Assist in the preparation of reports to Committee. Represent the council as such meetings as may be delegated. Undertake activities relating to delegated authority arising from statutory duties assigned to the section. These include Roads (Scotland) Act 1984; Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009; Coast Protection Act 1949 and Safety at Sports Grounds Act 1975. Apply computer-based modelling, design, drafting, contract preparation and measurement packages to the work being undertaken. Ensure that all procedures adopted in the provision of the Financial Regulations and Customer Care System. Monitor the performance of allocated staff to ensure required standards and quality of output are maintained, while promoting staff development and CPD through training and coaching, etc. Consult with the public and other stakeholders on the promotion of projects and negotiate agreements and way-leaves necessary between external bodies and the Council. To comply with all data protection law. Experience Required: HNC or equivalent in a related discipline and/or Membership of appropriate professional body and/or considerable experience SVQ in Road Maintenance or equivalent Street Works qualification Experience of leading and managing a team Experience of successful project delivery Experience of multi-disciplinary teams Experience of roads construction/maintenance Experience of Safety and Detailed inspections Experience of supervision and measurement Experience of inspection of Statutory Undertakers Works Experience of dealing with customers Good numeracy skills Good record keeping skills Good IT skills Good oral communication skills Good written communication skills Good customer care skills To be considered for this role, please apply online now with your up to date CV

Architectural Technologist Pertemps Scotland Ltd are working with our client in West Lothian to recruit for a full time Architectural Technologist on a temporary basis for 6 months with potential extension. Job Purpose The postholder will undertake and/or assist with the development, design and administration of construction projects and planned improvements works being undertaken by Construction Services. The main duties would be: To undertake site and building investigation and surveys, including dimensional surveys and asset management surveys To prepare or assist in the preparation of Feasibility Studies and reports on property and construction projects To assist with the preliminary and detailed design of all architectural aspects of new buildings, refurbishments, alterations, planned improvements etc To prepare construction details, production information and building specifications (NBS and Outline Specifications) for projects as required To assist in the administration of planned improvement and minor works contracts and monitoring of contract / project expenditure, including site inspection duties To participate in design teams for major construction projects To provide technical advice and liaise with other colleagues on construction matters relevant to ongoing projects Progress planned improvements and minor works programme from initial stage to completion within timescales identified Progress capital and client revenue projects including feasibility, sketch design and design stages Produce information including drawings and specifications and building legislation compliance Liaise with property users and contractors Provide support for detailed inspections building/fabric i.e. alleged building defects or complaints concerning the condition of property Prepare detailed layout plans for existing propertiesEssential Skills: HNC in Architectural Technology or equivalent. Experience of using AutoCAD Technical knowledge of construction techniques Knowledge of project management Knowledge of building regulations Knowledge of CDM regulations Knowledge of building contracts Knowledge of planning legislationDesirable: Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages Experience of using NBS Specification writer