Reinforced Recruitment

Assistant Estimator £35,000 - £55,000 + Package City of London Summary Role : Assistant Estimator based in the City of London, supporting tenders in demolition, groundworks, enabling works, and structural refurbishments. Salary & Benefits : £35,000 - £55,000 + travel, healthcare, pension, and bonus. Career Growth : Clear progression, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development in a specialist contractor. Company : Expanding demolition contractor known for innovative methods, offering a collaborative, dynamic, and flexible work environment. Requirements : 2-4 years of experience as an Assistant Estimator, ideally with exposure to tenders for heavy construction or demolition projects although any construction experience is sufficient. A degree in Quantity Surveying or an engineering background is advantageous. About the Role What you ll be doing: This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Assistant Estimator to join the pre-construction team of a leading demolition specialist contractor in the heart of London. If you are an ambitious estimator looking to build your career in the demolition sector, this is the perfect role for you. Working within a fast-growing company, you will contribute to a wide range of projects, supporting high-profile tenders in demolition, groundworks, enabling works, and structural refurbishments. The role offers a structured path for career advancement, with mentorship from experienced professionals and extensive development opportunities. In this role, you will: Build Expertise : Work across a variety of demolition and enabling works, gaining hands-on experience in technically challenging environments. Career Development : Benefit from a structured progression plan and dedicated mentorship, ensuring consistent professional growth. Make an Impact : Take ownership of tender submissions and contribute to the success of projects ranging from £1m to £10m in value. Collaborative Team : Thrive in a supportive environment where collaboration and innovation are encouraged at every stage. Innovative Contractor : Join a business that prioritises safety, sustainability, and client satisfaction, known for its forward-thinking approach to demolition. About the Company Where you ll be working: This is an exciting chance to join a leading demolition specialist contractor renowned for its excellence and innovation within the industry. With a strong track record of delivering complex demolition and enabling projects in London and across the UK, the company is expanding and seeks talented individuals to contribute to its growth. Led by an experienced management team, the company fosters a collaborative culture, providing employees with flexibility, support, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Requirements & Rewards What You Need, and What You ll Get Back: The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as an estimator within the construction industry, with a preference for those with experience in demolition, groundworks, or enabling works. A degree in Quantity Surveying or an engineering background will be beneficial but is not essential. Rewards : • Starting salary of £35,000 - £55,000, dependent on experience • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays • Flexible working arrangements • Annual bonuses and performance-related incentives • Ongoing training and development opportunities To Apply, please choose one of the following options: • Select "apply" on the job board. • Send your CV directly to . co . uk (remove the spaces first). • Call Alex on the number below. • Connect with Alex Wallace on LinkedIn and send a message. If you have questions about your suitability for the role, please don t hesitate to reach out. I'm available to offer guidance and discuss any details. About Me: I m Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment, and I take a personal, relaxed and in-depth approach to construction recruitment. I work exclusively with a handful of candidates at a time and take my time to get to know each candidate properly to make sure I fully understand their goals and ensure each role aligns with their requirements and ambitions. I pride myself in placing construction professionals at all levels of seniority in commercial roles (Quantity Surveyors, Estimators) alongside project management, design, and site-based positions. I work with construction companies across London and the Southeast, and I m committed to finding roles that genuinely resonate with candidates and support long-term career growth. For me, recruitment is about creating meaningful connections and helping professionals find careers that feel right for them. If you d like to find out more, reach out and let s have a chat.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Location: Sunbury-on-Thames (Covering North London & Surrounding Areas) Headlines A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a leading specialist civil engineering and groundworks contractor delivering major residential infrastructure packages across London and the South East. This is a business trusted by the UK's leading housebuilders, delivering award-winning residential developments and large-scale infrastructure projects including roads, drainage, foundations, earthworks, and reinforced concrete structures. With over 50 years' experience in the sector and a strong pipeline of work across North London and surrounding regions, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a fast-moving, project-led environment. Your Next Job - What You'll Be Doing You will support the commercial team across multiple live residential groundworks schemes, working closely with operational and project delivery teams. Cost Management: Valuations, variations, forecasting and cost control Procurement: Supporting subcontractor packages, tendering and order placement Subcontractor Accounts: Applications, payments and account reconciliation Project Support: Working with site teams to maintain commercial control Reporting: Assisting with CVRs, cost reporting and financial tracking Stakeholder Liaison: Supporting communication with clients, suppliers and engineers Your Next Employer - Where You'll Be Doing It This is a well-established civil engineering contractor specialising in residential groundworks and infrastructure. Their core services include: Housing groundworks and substructure packages Roads, sewers and infrastructure works (S278) Earthworks, remediation and enabling works Reinforced concrete frames and basements They are known for delivering high-quality, safety-driven projects for major national housebuilders and pride themselves on efficiency, collaboration, and technical capability. Requirements & Rewards - What You Give & What You Get Back To be successful in this role, you should have: Degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Experience in groundworks or civils preferred (not essential) Strong numerical and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment Full UK driving licence preferred In return you will receive: Salary £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Exposure to major residential infrastructure projects across London & the South East Full training and mentorship from experienced commercial professionals Long-term career progression within a growing contractor Supportive, hands-on team culture with real responsibility early on To Apply - Choose What Works for You Click apply on this job board Send your CV directly to . co . uk (remove the spaces!) Call Alex using the number below Connect on LinkedIn with Alex Wallace and send a message If you're unsure whether this role is right for you, get in touch for honest advice. About Me I'm Alex Wallace, Director at Reinforced Recruitment, specialising in construction and commercial appointments across London and the South East. I work closely with contractors and candidates to match long-term career goals with the right opportunities, offering straightforward advice and genuine market insight.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor (Refurbishment & Maintenance) St Albans, Hertfordshire £45,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus, Healthcare & Package The Headlines - Assistant Quantity Surveyor role with a growing £30m turnover main contractor in Hertfordshire. - Work across refurbishment, maintenance, and public sector construction projects up to £6m. - Strong focus on cost control, procurement, and commercial support on fast-paced schemes. - Clear progression into Quantity Surveyor and Senior QS roles within a thriving business. - Excellent salary, benefits, and long-term career development. Your Next Job - What You'll Be Doing This is a brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing main contractor based in St Albans. You'll support the commercial team across multiple live construction projects, gaining hands-on experience in cost management, subcontract procurement, and valuations. Working closely with a Senior QS, you'll be given real responsibility from day one. Key responsibilities include: - Assisting with procurement of subcontractors and materials. - Supporting valuations, variations, and cost reporting. - Helping manage budgets and improve project profitability. - Liaising with site teams and project stakeholders. - Supporting contract administration and commercial processes. - Visiting sites across the South East as required. This role offers full exposure to the project lifecycle , making it ideal for someone looking to step up and accelerate their QS career. Your Next Employer - Where You'll Be Doing It You'll join a well-established and growing main contractor delivering a mix of railway station maintenance works and public sector refurbishment projects. With a strong pipeline of secured work and consistent growth year-on-year, this business offers stability, opportunity, and a collaborative team environment. Their St Albans office is professional, supportive, and focused on developing staff into well-rounded commercial professionals. Requirements & Rewards - What You Give & What You Get You'll need: - Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee QS within construction. - Exposure to refurbishment, maintenance, or main contracting projects (preferred). - Strong work ethic, ambition, and willingness to learn. - Good communication and organisational skills. - Basic commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes. In return, you'll receive: - £45,000 - £50,000 salary (DOE). - Car allowance, bonus, healthcare, and pension. - Fast-track career progression within a growing contractor. - Exposure to diverse, fast-paced construction projects. - Ongoing support and mentoring from senior commercial staff. To Apply - Choose What Works for You - Click apply on this job board - Send your CV to . co . uk (remove the spaces) - Call Alex on the number below - Connect with Alex Wallace on LinkedIn and send a message Even if you're just exploring the market, feel free to reach out I'm always happy to offer honest advice.

Contracts Manager Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + Package Location: West London / Wandsworth & Hounslow Highlights Take full responsibility for delivering over £30m of live residential projects across West London. Oversee a varied portfolio including tower blocks, apartment schemes and traditional housing developments. Join a growing, financially stable main contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering quality residential and regeneration schemes. Work closely with Directors in a business where your input genuinely influences project delivery and future growth. Long-term career opportunity with a company securing a strong pipeline of London projects. About the Role - What You'll Be Doing An established London main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple residential developments across Wandsworth and Hounslow. You'll have overall responsibility for four live projects including: £10m Residential Tower Block £10m Housing Development across five sites £7m Residential Tower Block £3m Apartment Scheme Reporting directly to the Construction Director, you'll manage multiple Site Managers, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on operational role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness and excellent client management skills. Your Next Employer - Where You'll Be Working This family-owned main contractor has built an excellent reputation across London over the last 15+ years, delivering high-quality residential, design & build, commercial and regeneration projects for both public and private sector clients. They have established long-term relationships with local authorities, housing associations and private developers, with a growing pipeline of new build residential work across the capital. The business prides itself on delivering projects on time, maintaining high construction standards and promoting a collaborative culture where good people are trusted, supported and given opportunities to progress. Their in-house technical expertise, strong supply chain and commitment to quality have resulted in a high level of repeat business and continued growth. Requirements & Rewards - What You Give & What You Get Back To be considered you'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Contracts Manager delivering multiple residential construction projects. Strong background with a main contractor. Experience managing apartment blocks, housing developments or reinforced concrete frame projects. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Good commercial awareness and programme management experience. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications. In return you'll receive: Salary of £80,000 - £100,000 depending on experience. Car Allowance / Travel. Bonus. Pension. Private Healthcare. Long-term career progression within a growing London contractor. Opportunity to work on an exciting pipeline of residential developments. To Apply, Please Do Any Of The Below: Click Apply on the job board. Send your CV directly to . co . uk. Call Alex on the number below. Add Alex Wallace on LinkedIn and send a message.

Design Coordinator - Residential Main Contractor Location: Central London Office + London Projects (1 Day per Week Home Working) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Travel + Profit Share + Extensive Benefits Package Sector: Residential Main Contractor Design Coordinator - London A growing residential main contractor is looking to appoint a Design Coordinator to join their expanding technical team in London. Operating across a range of high-quality residential developments, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects with a focus on quality, collaboration, innovation and long-term client relationships. With a healthy pipeline of secured work across London, this is an excellent opportunity for a Design Coordinator looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing contractor environment. The role will be based primarily from the company's Central London headquarters, with regular visits to project sites across London and the flexibility to work from home 1-2 days per week. The Role As Design Coordinator, you will support the management and coordination of the design process from pre-construction through to project completion, ensuring information is delivered accurately and on programme. Key responsibilities will include: Coordinating design information between consultants, subcontractors and project teams Managing drawing reviews, design submissions and technical approvals Monitoring design programmes and ensuring information is issued in line with construction requirements Attending design team meetings and recording actions and key decisions Reviewing design information for buildability, coordination and compliance Assisting with the management of design changes and design risk registers Liaising with architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants and specialist subcontractors Supporting project teams in resolving technical and design-related queries Maintaining document control procedures and ensuring design information is properly tracked The Company This growing residential main contractor delivers high-quality residential, mixed-use and regeneration projects throughout London and the South East. Part of a long-established international construction group, the business combines the stability and resources of a major contractor with the culture and flexibility of a growing regional operation. Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their careers, contribute ideas and play an active role in the company's continued growth. The business invests heavily in training, professional development and employee wellbeing, creating an environment where people can build long-term careers. What They Are Looking For 2+ years' experience in a Design Coordinator, Assistant Design Manager, Architectural, Engineering or Technical Coordinator role Experience working on residential, mixed-use or main contractor projects Degree or equivalent qualification in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline Good understanding of the design and construction process Strong organisational and communication skills Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage deadlines effectively Proficient in Microsoft Office and common document management platforms Ambitious, proactive and eager to develop within a growing business Salary & Package £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience Company profit share scheme Employee shareholder scheme with company contribution Pension scheme (5% employer contribution) Salary pension exchange 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private health insurance Travel expenses covered between home and temporary workplace Hybrid working policy including 1-2 days per week from home Professional memberships paid (RICS, CIOB, CIArb, RIBA and other relevant institutions) Professional qualifications and certifications fully supported International company trips Technical, H&S and personal development training Regular social events, team-building activities and company celebrations Apply If you are a Design Coordinator looking to join a growing residential main contractor with an outstanding culture, strong project pipeline and genuine long-term career opportunities, apply using one of the options below: Apply via the job board Send your CV directly to . co . uk (remove spaces) Connect with Alex Wallace at Reinforced Recruitment on LinkedIn and send a message Not 100% sure if this is the right fit? Get in touch for a confidential conversation and honest advice.