Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a Freelance General Foreman on behalf of a reputable civil engineering contractor to work on an upcoming water infrastructure project near Chesterfield. The initial multi-million scheme will encompass a wide heavy civils package - including deep drainage, earthworks, re-enforced concrete works, pumping stations, pipework, road construction and general civils. Duration: General Foreman needed for at least 9 months. Further work across West & South Yorkshire so potential for ongoing extension. Duties: Assist Site Agent in project delivery to target Daily briefings with workforce Deliver HSE toolbox talks H&S audits and briefings on site Direct multiple gangs in daily site activity Briefing and amending RAMS Plant checks & permits Involvement with progress meetings Experience required: Must have proven experience as Site Supervisor or General Foreman in heavy civil engineering Must be fully confident with putting direct labour to work Must have experience with: toolbox talks, briefings, H&S checks, plant checks etc. Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree) Must hold: CSCS card, SSSTS and full UK driving license Pay: A rate of up to 330 per day (doe). Can be paid CIS. This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for temporary recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are working with a National Tier One Contractor who are seeking a Planning Lead to work on Water projects across the North East. As a key member of the Delivery Team, the successful applicant will be aligned to the new AMP8 projects and will be able to demonstrate experience of integrating and managing schedules across large scale civil engineering programmes. You will also need to demonstrate experience of working across multi-disciplinary programme teams covering every aspect of project delivery from design through procurement, construction, and commissioning. The successful candidate is expected to develop a strategic overview of the programme and ownership of any cross-project integration, schedule change management, and gain an understanding of underlying risks and opportunities which might impact the delivery of programme outcomes. Responsibilities Set the planning strategy for complex projects and clearly communicate this through the wider team Support the planning, development, and maintenance of high-quality schedules against the agreed project scope to deliver the AMP8 programme outcomes Support the establishment of robust systems, processes, and procedures to support the AMP8 works across the programme and supply chain Report the current Programme/Project position in line with the governance, process and procedures to include Risk, EV, Change Management and Cost Maintain an overview of the AMP8 Programme to provide critical path analysis and identify opportunities and risks Demonstrate the establishment and application of governance utilising business systems and commercial, risk and schedule reporting processes Manage programmes with respect to change, slippage and mitigation Develop a proactive, collaborative open relationship with the Customer particularly in open reporting and evaluation of project data Develop, manage, and maintain an integrated plan across the entire programme of works to schedule deadlines, manage dependencies, and coordinate the optimal use of resources Support the establishment of common procedures, systems, and protocols, and ensure compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and standards Consolidate data from across the programme to develop monthly reports on progress, benefits and performance against KPIs, in support of framework earned value metrics, performance tables and balanced scorecard Ensure that suitably qualified and experienced planning resources are provided to projects in a timely manner, capable of driving collaborative planning Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Extensive experience of schedule management on large scale civil engineering/infrastructure projects ideally for a tier 1 contractor or client-side Significant planning experience in the water industry (preferred) covering large scale infrastructure programmes or experience in non-water large scale programmes Extensive experience of multi-project integration Project management experience, particularly of complex Major Infrastructure Programmes covering: Risk, Cost, Change Management, Earned Value, Reporting Expert on the use of P6 within large-scale project/programmes and critical path tracing and analysis Scheduling/Reporting experience within NEC contract framework Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate and influence key stakeholders Experience of maintaining performance and contractual baselines, producing critical path analysis on fully resourced and cost loaded project plans, monitoring changes, and reporting on early warnings and variations Strong leadership skills with experience in leading teams and advising senior colleagues to enable delivery of our business goals Qualifications HNC/HND, degree qualified or experience in a planning related discipline Remuneration An attractive salary up to 85,000 with attractive package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a skilled General Foreman with a leading Civil Engineering contractor to work on various schemes in the North East. The contractor are a key specialist in various sectors and the role offers excellent benefits and opportunities. Projects: Highways, Public Realm and Structures Duties/Responsibilities include: Assisting Manager (Site Agent) in delivery of schemes. Daily briefings with staff on site. Delivering HSE toolbox talks. Overseeing gangs on the ground in daily delivery of work. Monitoring H&S with audits. Assist with supply chain & sub-contractor management. Plant checks & permits for workforce. Experience required: Must have experience working as General Foreman on varied civil engineering / infrastructure projects. Must have experience delivering: Highways, deep drainage, structures, Public Realm etc. Must hold: CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid and full driving license. Beneficial: NRSWA, Temporary Works, Appointed Person etc. Remuneration: A salary of up to 55,000 (dependant upon experience) plus company vehicle or allowance, fuel card, annual leave, healthcare, pension scheme and other benefits. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Agent for a leading Civil Engineering Contractor in the North East The initial project will be a working across a number of high-profile schemes across the North East with a number of schemes being in Teesside Duties Include: Managing and overseeing the daily site operations. Monitoring site timelines and managing the budgets/resources. Promoting a high quality culture, ensuring all health and safety standards are adhered to. Liaising with the Project and Contracts Manager, reporting any changes to schedule. Leading and motivating the site teams to ensure that all works are carried out on time . Completing daily site diaries. Experience Required: Must have: Experience working as Site Agent or Site Manager on civil engineering & infrastructure projects. SMSTS, Temporary Works Coordinator, Lifing Appointed Person, First Aid. Detailed experience with: Structures, Highways, Public Realm, RC Works etc. Experience delivering schemes up to 5million Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: The client is offering a salary up to 60,000 + package for the right candidate This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a thriving civil engineering main contractor to work on projects within their Yorkshire Water workload. Projects will mainly revolve around storm tank installs and CSO chamber upgrades. They have a large, varied civils scope including - shaft sinking, auger boring, pumping stations, in-situ concrete structures, deep drainage and general groundworks. Each project will vary from 1m to 20m in value so crucial that someone can adapt and have a daily influence on site works in this role. The company in question has a huge workload for AMP8 Yorkshire Water - several hundred million 's worth of work to be delivered by 2030 / 2032. They are a sizeable main contractor undergoing significant growth for the long term in Yorkshire. Duties as Site Agent: Manage site team and supply chain to deliver projects to quality targets and deadlines. Writing, updating and briefing RAMS. Undertaking daily site paperwork. Progress meetings with senior management team & Yorkshire Water. Managing site including sub-contractors to ensure quality and H&S standards are delivered. Ordering materials & plant. Promoting sustainable solutions for projects. Provide reports for projects - costs, budgets, progress etc. Experience Required as Site Agent: Must have experience as Site Agent / Site Manager on civil engineering schemes for Yorkshire Water or a similar client. Must have experience delivering: deep drainage, large pipework, re-enforced concrete etc. Must hold: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid and full driving license. Beneficial: Temporary Works, EUSR Water, Deep Ex trained etc. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 66,000 (dependant on experience) plus company vehicle or allowance, fuel, annual leave, pension and more. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a Site Supervisor / Site Foreman on behalf of a reputable civil engineering contractor to work on multi-million water infrastructure projects across central Yorkshire. Projects will mainly revolve around storm tank installs and CSO chamber upgrades. They have a large, varied civils scope including - shaft sinking, auger boring, pumping stations, in-situ concrete structures, deep drainage and general groundworks. Each project will vary from 1m to 20m in value so crucial that someone can adapt and have a daily influence on site works in this role. The company in question has a huge workload for AMP8 Yorkshire Water - several hundred million 's worth of work to be delivered by 2030 / 2032. They are a sizeable main contractor undergoing significant growth for the long term in Yorkshire. Duties: Assist Site Agent in project delivery to target Daily briefings with workforce Deliver HSE toolbox talks H&S audits and briefings on site Direct multiple gangs in daily site activity Briefing and amending RAMS Plant checks & permits Involvement with progress meetings Experience required: Must have proven experience as Site Supervisor or Site Foreman in heavy civil engineering Ideally have experience within Yorkshire Water environment Must be fully confident with putting direct labour to work Must have experience with: toolbox talks, briefings, H&S checks, plant checks etc. Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree) Must hold minimum: CSCS card, SSSTS and full UK driving license Pay: A rate of up to 55,000 per annum (doe) plus package Car / van or car allowance, pension, fuel expenses, annual leave & more. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for a Site Supervisor / Site Foreman on behalf of a reputable civil engineering contractor to work on multi-million water infrastructure projects across central Yorkshire. Projects will mainly revolve around storm tank installs and CSO chamber upgrades. They have a large, varied civils scope including - shaft sinking, auger boring, pumping stations, in-situ concrete structures, deep drainage and general groundworks. Each project will vary from 1m to 20m in value so crucial that someone can adapt and have a daily influence on site works in this role. The company in question has a huge workload for AMP8 Yorkshire Water - several hundred million 's worth of work to be delivered by 2030 / 2032. They are a sizeable main contractor undergoing significant growth for the long term in Yorkshire. Duties: Assist Site Agent in project delivery to target Daily briefings with workforce Deliver HSE toolbox talks H&S audits and briefings on site Direct multiple gangs in daily site activity Briefing and amending RAMS Plant checks & permits Involvement with progress meetings Experience required: Must have proven experience as Site Supervisor or General Foreman in heavy civil engineering Ideally have experience within Yorkshire Water environment Must be fully confident with putting direct labour to work Must have experience with: toolbox talks, briefings, H&S checks, plant checks etc. Industry related qualification is beneficial (HNC/HND or Degree) Must hold minimum: CSCS card, SSSTS and full UK driving license Pay: A rate of up to 55,000 per annum (doe) plus package Car / van or car allowance, pension, fuel expenses, annual leave & more. This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Site Agent / Site Manager on behalf of a thriving civil engineering main contractor to work on projects within their Yorkshire Water workload. Projects will mainly revolve around storm tank installs and CSO chamber upgrades. They have a large, varied civils scope including - shaft sinking, auger boring, pumping stations, in-situ concrete structures, deep drainage and general groundworks. Each project will vary from 1m to 20m in value so crucial that someone can adapt and have a daily influence on site works in this role. The company in question has a huge workload for AMP8 Yorkshire Water - several hundred million 's worth of work to be delivered by 2030 / 2032. They are a sizeable main contractor undergoing significant growth for the long term in Yorkshire. Duties as Site Agent: Manage site team and supply chain to deliver projects to quality targets and deadlines. Writing, updating and briefing RAMS. Undertaking daily site paperwork. Progress meetings with senior management team & Yorkshire Water. Managing site including sub-contractors to ensure quality and H&S standards are delivered. Ordering materials & plant. Promoting sustainable solutions for projects. Provide reports for projects - costs, budgets, progress etc. Experience Required as Site Agent: Must have experience as Site Agent / Site Manager on civil engineering schemes for Yorkshire Water or a similar client. Must have experience delivering: deep drainage, large pipework, re-enforced concrete etc. Must hold: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid and full driving license. Beneficial: Temporary Works, EUSR Water, Deep Ex trained etc. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 66,000 (dependant on experience) plus company vehicle or allowance, fuel, annual leave, pension and more. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Project Manager on behalf of a long-standing civil engineering main contractor to help deliver schemes across the North East The role will cover the Northumbrian Water AMP8/9 schemes with work over the next 15 years Duties as Project Manager: Preparing daily and weekly progress reports, variation reports for the scheme Chairing weekly internal meetings, and client progress meetings Producing monthly reporting in line with contract requirements including commercial reports Dealing with varying contracts including NEC/JCT Developing procurement schedules Maintain documentation for ISO9001/14001 and 18001 systems Experience Required as Project Manager: Must have proven experience working as Senior Site Agent / Project Manager on civil engineering projects ( 5m+). Must have full knowledge with: Water, Treatment Plants, Cocnrete, Foundations and RC Framework Must have: SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. Understanding of planning software and contract requirements Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 75,000 (DOE) plus generous package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager to work on a Major Infrastructure project in Blyth. The company have secured an initial contract of 2 years, with the view to extend to 10 as the scheme progresses. Duties/Responsibilities: Full management of site, reporting to and liaising with a Contracts Manager & Construction Director. Leading projects from early site setup through to handover. Ensure programmes are reviewed and updated. Completing daily site diaries. Ordering materials for site. Ensure RAMS are written and updated. Progress meetings with senior management and client. Overseeing direct delivery teams and sub-contractors. Experience required: Must have: Experience working as Site Agent or Site Manager. Experience managing projects from cradle to grave. Detailed experience with: Foundations, RC Works, Heavy Civils SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: On offer is a salary up to 70,000 (depending on experience) plus package. Or a freelance rate up to 400 per day By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Design Manager on behalf of a long-standing civil engineering contractor to help deliver schemes across the North East The role will cover the Northumbrian Water AMP8/9 schemes with work over the next 15 years Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate design activities across clean water and wastewater networks, treatment facilities, pipelines and associated civil structures. Ensure design solutions align with construction methodologies, programme requirements and TOTEX objectives. Manage design deliverables, technical queries, approvals and key milestones in accordance with NEC4 contracts. Ensure compliance with Northumbrian Water Engineering Standards, WIS, CESWI, DWI and EA requirements, as well as relevant planning consents. Maintain a live design risk register and support Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) to identify and mitigate delivery risks. Oversee BIM processes and digital design workflows, including Civil 3D, Revit and ProjectWise, to improve coordination and minimise rework. Lead Value Engineering and Collaborative Planning workshops, ensuring opportunities to improve efficiency and value are identified and implemented. Manage design change transparently, maintaining strong communication with clients and stakeholders. Implement robust QA/QC processes, including design verification, HAZOP/HAZCON reviews and document control. Coordinate effectively across civil, MEICA, geotechnical and temporary works disciplines to ensure fully integrated solutions. Promote a culture of technical excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For Ideally, you will have: A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline. Chartered status or a relevant professional qualification, such as MICE or CEng, is preferred. Proven experience in design management within the UK water sector, ideally gained with a contractor or design-and-build organisation. Strong knowledge of AMP programmes, TOTEX principles and the UK water regulatory environment. Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and coordinating design through to construction. A good understanding of NEC contracts and modern delivery models. Experience with BIM and relevant digital design tools is desirable. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 70,000 (DOE) plus generous package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are working with a specialist civil engineering contractor delivering essential infrastructure projects across the region to recruit an experienced Procurement Manager . This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional to take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier relationships and cost optimisation within a busy, project-driven construction environment. The role will involve: Responsibity for a team of 3 Buyers & 1 Plant Administrator covering all material purchases and plant hire on current live civil engineering sites across the Northeast of England and Yorkshire. Managing the procurement team to ensure best value is obtained and procedures are followed. Supply Chain Management and negotiating contracts, reporting to senior management. Financial and performance report production. Communicating & working closely with all departments within the organisation at all levels. Managing & prioritizing workload. Mentoring and managing subordinates. Developing and implementing procurement strategies Negotiating supplier agreements and securing competitive pricing Managing supplier relationships and supply chain performance Identifying cost savings and improving commercial efficiency Supporting project teams with procurement planning and delivery Strengthening procurement processes, controls and reporting We're looking for someone with: Proven procurement experience within civil engineering or construction Experience of managaing a Procurement department including direct staff Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills A track record of delivering cost savings Excellent organisational and relationship management skills A proactive approach to improving procurement performance Remuneration On offer is a salary of up to 75,000 (dependant on experience) plus attractive benefits package For this position Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent and temporary recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. Please call Stephen Phillips at Elvet Recruitment to discuss this opportunity in more detail.

Elvet Recruitment are currently on the lookout for a Freelance Senior Site Manager to work on a major Civil Engineering project in Northumberland. Duration will be for 60 weeks with further works to be confirmed as workloads are released. The work carried out will be overseeing 5 Site Managers working on various Civils packages of a major infrastructure scheme Duties/Responsibilities: Ensure programmes are reviewed and updated. Completing daily site diaries. Ordering materials for site. Ensure RAMS are written and updated. Progress meetings with senior management and client. Overseeing direct delivery teams and sub-contractors. Experience required: Must have: Experience working as Site Manager/Project Manager Experience managing projects from cradle to grave. Detailed experience with: Foundations, Concrete, Structures, Shuttering and Heavy Civils SSSTS/SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: Rates vary between 400 - 450 per day depending on experience By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of a leading civil engineering contractor to work on various Roads & Sewer projects in Northumberland. Duties/Responsibilities: Full management of site, reporting to and liaising with a Contracts Manager & Construction Director. Leading projects from early site setup through to handover. Ensure programmes are reviewed and updated. Completing daily site diaries. Ordering materials for site. Ensure RAMS are written and updated. Progress meetings with senior management and client. Overseeing direct delivery teams and sub-contractors. Experience required: Must have: Experience working as Site Agent or Site Manager. Experience managing projects from cradle to grave. Detailed experience with: Roads, Sewers, S278 works, Foundations, Kerbing and Drainage SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: A salary of up to 55,000 (dependant upon experience) + Package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Supervisor on behalf of a market-leading specialist structural / concrete repairs contractor for works across England. The company are an industry leader in their field delivering a number of solutions on bridges & structures nationwide. This large main contractor's specialisms include: Bridge Jacking, Bearing Replacement, Bridge Decking Upgrades, Mechanical Movement Joints, Parapet Renewals, Expansion Joints & general Concrete Repairs / Waterproofing. Projects fall within: Highways, Rail, Nuclear & more. Project values up to 10m. They operate as part of a larger Tier 1 company group with a turnover of 3bn+ meaning significant financial backing, security and the utmost priority on staff development. They're well know throughout this specialist industry for growing some of the most technically competent Engineers & Managers with their high standards. The pipeline of work for this contractor is extensive and spanning several sectors hence the need to bring in some key staff across their offices UK-wide. This role would offer the opportunity for chartership (if desired) & undertaking additional certificates within the industry. ( Please note : this is a nationwide role that will require regular working away). Duties: Manage site team to ensure progress daily Plant / Material checks on site. Assisting Site Agent in daily duties. Adjusting & briefing Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Enforcing strict H&S on site through regular checks & toolbox talks. Managing specialist sub-contractors. Experience Required: Experience in management of structural repair/concrete repair projects. Experience with technical bridges / structures projects Ability to amend RAMS and undertake daily site supervision. Qualifications: CSCS, SSSTS/SMSTS, First Aid are essential. Degree or HNC/HND qualified is beneficial. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to 53,000 (doe) plus generous package including: Car or allowance, 7% pension, private health care, death in service benefit, annual leave with option to buy more and more. Contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion today.

Elvet Recruitment are currently on the lookout for 2x Site Managers on behalf of a family-owned business, renowned for quality work on all of their projects. The schemes would cover; County Durham, Teesside and North Yorkshire working on Groundworks, Roads & Sewers and Plotworks. Duties/Responsibilities: Full management of site, reporting to and liaising with a Contracts Manager & Construction Director. Leading projects from early site setup through to handover. Ensure programmes are reviewed and updated. Completing daily site diaries. Ordering materials for site. Ensure RAMS are written and updated. Progress meetings with senior management and client. Overseeing direct delivery teams and sub-contractors. Experience required: Must have: Experience working as Site Agent or Site Manager. Experience managing projects from cradle to grave. Detailed experience with: Roads, Sewers, S278 works, Foundations, Kerbing and Drainage SMSTS, Temporary Works, Appointed Person, First Aid. Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: A salary of up to 52,500 (dependant upon experience) + Package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a regional high end housing developer in the North East. This is a great opportunity for someone with existing industry experience to step into a role with clear progression, working closely with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on bespoke residential developments. About the role As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of high specification housing projects across the region. You will work alongside the Senior QS to manage costs, procurement, valuations and reporting, while taking ownership of defined work packages as your experience grows. Key responsibilities Assist with preparing budgets and cost plans for new and ongoing developments Support monthly valuations, cost to complete exercises and financial reporting Manage subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts with guidance from the Senior QS Issue subcontract orders and maintain accurate commercial documentation Carry out site measures and support assessment of contractor performance Attend internal and external progress meetings Maintain trade specifications and assist with procurement of materials and subcontractors Price customer extras and liaise with the sales team Support professional fees management and contribute to cost control processes Provide take offs and cost input for land appraisals and feasibility work About you Experience as an Assistant QS or Trainee QS within construction Experience does not need to be within housing Strong numerical and analytical skills Good communication and organisational abilities Ability to work independently while taking direction from senior team members Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and commercial processes A genuine interest in residential construction and high quality project delivery Salary and benefits Salary is dependent on experience and typically ranges from 30000 to 38000 Company bonus scheme Mileage and travel expenses Clear progression routes within the commercial team Support with professional development Flexible working arrangements where appropriate Company pension Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits This role offers long term progression, exposure to high specification residential projects and the chance to work within a respected regional developer. It is well suited to someone looking to take the next step in their commercial career. To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager for a well-established Civil Engineering Contractor in the North East They are looking to expand their operations team for upcoming works on the Northumbrian Water Framework Duties Include: Managing and overseeing the daily site operations. Monitoring site timelines and managing the budgets/resources. Promoting a high quality culture, ensuring all health and safety standards are adhered to. Liaising with the Project and Contracts Manager, reporting any changes to schedule. Leading and motivating the site teams to ensure that all works are carried out on time . Completing daily site diaries. Experience Required: Must have: Experience working as Site Agent or Site Manager on civil engineering & infrastructure projects. SMSTS, Temporary Works Coordinator, Appointed Person, First Aid. Detailed experience with: Structures, Highways, Public Realm, RC Works, Water etc. Experience delivering schemes up to 5million Nice to have: Engineering background, working from Site Engineer to Site Agent. Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified within civil engineering. Remuneration: The client is offering a salary up to 55,000 + package for the right candidate This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website For more information, please contact Jack Vasey at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Graduate Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a regional high end housing developer in the North East. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate to begin their commercial career within a supportive team, working directly under an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. About the role As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will assist with the commercial management of bespoke residential developments across the region. You will support the Senior QS with cost control, procurement, valuations and reporting, gaining hands on experience across the full project lifecycle. Key responsibilities Assist with preparing budgets and cost plans for new developments Support the production of valuations and cost to complete exercises Help manage subcontractor payments, variations and final accounts Contribute to issuing subcontract orders and maintaining documentation Carry out site measures and support assessment of contractor payments Attend internal and external meetings with the Senior QS Maintain trade specifications and assist with monitoring subcontractor performance Support pricing of customer extras and liaise with the sales team Assist with professional fees management and material buying Provide take offs and cost input for land appraisals About you A degree in quantity surveying or a related construction discipline Strong numerical and analytical skills Good communication and organisational abilities A proactive approach with willingness to learn from senior team members Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and general commercial processes A genuine interest in residential construction and high quality housing delivery Salary and benefits Salary is dependent on experience and typically ranges from 25000 to 30000, based on experience Company bonus scheme Mileage and travel expenses Clear progression routes within the commercial team Company pension Additional wellbeing and lifestyle benefits This role offers structured development, clear progression routes and exposure to high specification residential projects. It is well suited to a motivated graduate looking to build a long term career within a respected regional developer. To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Elvet Recruitment has been appointed to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a well established residential developer based in County Durham. You will take full responsibility for the commercial delivery of housing developments across the region. Your work will span budgeting, cost control, subcontractor management and financial reporting, ensuring each project is delivered efficiently and profitably. Key responsibilities Prepare draft and site start budgets for allocated developments Produce quarterly valuations and material cost to complete exercises Manage subcontractor payments and final accounts with full sign off Issue subcontract orders in line with company policy and documentation standards Carry out on site measurements and assess contractor payments Attend and contribute to meetings with internal teams and external contractors Monitor subcontractor performance and maintain trade specifications Price customer extras and liaise with the sales team as required Manage the Professional Fees Budget and support material procurement Provide take offs and cost input for land appraisals About you You will bring proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential construction, along with: Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Experience with COINS ERP software is highly desirable Familiarity with Xpedeon and Viewpoint or 4Projects is an advantage Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage your own workload while contributing to wider team goals A solid understanding of surveying, estimating and financial return strategies Experience with cost reporting, procure to pay systems and document management To find out more or apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion.