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Senior Quantity Surveyor Bristol based Up to £65K+ package We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor in Bristol, working on planned maintenance projects within Social Housing, on behalf of Local Authority and Housing Association clients. Works include predominantly cladding renewals on tenanted HRBs. We are looking for established Senior Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors looking to step up into a Senior role. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of projects. You will control and maximise the company's profitability, protect the company's legal and contractual obligations under the contract and manage all day to day commercial activity. Senior Quantity Surveyor Key responsibilities: Provide commercial expertise to contracts, to include the production and submission of valuations, claims, budget monitoring, and contract/work-stream performance data Support the authorisation and submission of project variations. Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quality) and valuation of work, and the invoicing of customers and payment of suppliers Manage junior team members, supporting and developing them Value work executed by sub-contractors and certify interim and final payments Senior Quantity Surveyor Essential experience: Degree or other technical qualification Quantity Surveying experience with a main contractor Strong commercial awareness Proven track record delivering contracts on time and within budget Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and V-Look Up Data interrogation skills Contractual awareness Negotiating, communication & presentation skills Knowledge of Supply Chain management RICS / CIOB qualification - Preferred Senior Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a competitive salary of up to £65k plus company car / allowance and benefits package along with genuine opportunities to progress. Please apply online now or call Bianca on !

Head of Commercial - Social Housing: Planned, Decarb & Repairs Negotiable + Bonus + Benefits Midlands / North We are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Head of Commercial to deliver a £50m region, delivering planned maintenance, decarbonisation/retrofit and repairs contractor for Housing Associations, Local Councils, and RSLs across the Midllands and the North West. As a key member of the leadership team, you play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team. You will oversee all regional commercial operations for your region, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results. Head of Commercial Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of project profitability across the region. Develop, lead, and implement effective commercial strategies for projects. Manage staff allocation and resource planning for optimal efficiency. Ensure compliance with company governance standards. Communicate and enforce health and safety strategies within the commercial team. Provide independent and constructive challenge to the business, focusing on early intervention, risk management, and alignment with the business's commercial objectives and professional standards. Head of Commercial Experience: Proven experience in a senior commercial role with a main contractor delivering relevant projects. Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contract Strategic thinker with hands-on capability and a results-driven mindset Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Head of Commercial Salary & Benefits: Base salary up to £Very Attractive Salary and Package based on experience Performance-related bonus of up to 30% Executive benefits package Influence and autonomy within a growing business Clear path for progression To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in maintenance/property services projects across multiple sites is essential. For a chance of securing this fantastic role, please apply online noww or contact Dave Widdison on for more information.

Contracts Manager - Social Housing - Repairs and Maintenance Up to 60k plus package - Permanent Based in Luton Our client is an innovative, and award winning Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contractor who are looking for a Contract Manager to join their team based in Luton. The key function of this role is to manage the team of Supervisors and trades delivering the repairs and voids service, ensuring a high quality and commercially focused service is delivered. Key Responsibilities Additional duties include: To lead and ensure the efficient management of the reactive repairs and maintenance of our client's properties, ensuring these properties meet the required housing and quality standards, whilst maximising resident satisfaction and contributing to business performance and financial strength. Ensure that all activities undertaken meet the client's business objectives, turnaround times and other key performance indicators and work/ quality standards. Develop and maintain procedures for responding quickly and effectively to complaints and enquiries from members and customers. Maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, clients, contractors and residents, whilst promoting and championing our client's values and standards at all times. Deal with escalations of complaints including disrepairs and Environmental Health Notices (EHN). To effectively manage a maintenance budget and authorise spends up to agreed levels whilst maximising cost effectiveness and having regard for financial strength. Ensure compliance of the day to day or void teams in respect of governance and adherence to the relevant statutory and regulatory provisions, including health & safety. Please apply online or call Mia on .

Operations Manager - Planned Maintenance Location: High Wycombe - Hybrid Salary: £80K - £100K + Benefits We are working with a leading national contractor operating within the property services market to recruit an Operations Manager to lead the operational delivery of multiple contracts, ensuring excellent performance across programme, commercial results, quality, health & safety and customer satisfaction. The Operations Manager will oversee teams delivering kitchen and bathroom refurbs, passive fire, decarbonisation/retrofit, electrical, legal disrepair and voids contracts for housing associations, ALMOs, and local councils. You must have delivered these types of projects for a leading social housing refurbishment contractor and be able to use MS Project to be considered. Operations Manager Responsibilities: Lead the operational and commercial performance of multiple contracts Manage Contracts Managers and wider operational delivery teams Ensure projects are set up and delivered in line with contract and business requirements Monitor programmes, resources, procurement requirements and performance Ensure contractual KPIs, reporting and service standards are consistently achieved Maintain strong commercial performance and protect contract margins Lead regular operational and strategic contract reviews Oversee recruitment, performance management, training and development Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers Drive quality, productivity and continuous improvement across contracts Take overall responsibility for operational health & safety performance Identify and mitigate operational and commercial risks Ensure contracts are delivered to programme and client expectations Operations Manager Experience: Extensive social housing construction experience Proven experience managing multiple contracts and operational teams Strong commercial and contract management knowledge Excellent planning and programming skills, including MS Project Experience managing KPIs, budgets, resources and contract performance Strong knowledge of CDM and health & safety requirements Experience working with different forms of construction contract Excellent client, stakeholder and supplier management skills Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills The ability to identify risk, implement change and improve operational performance A strategic, proactive and commercially focused approach Operations Manager Salary & Package: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive up to £100,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits. Apply today or contact Dave for more information on .

Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance £55k - £65K + Benefits North West London We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver an internal and external refurbishment project on Social Housing and decent homes works across North West London. This is a client facing role, you will be responsible for delivering external refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. You must have experience of delivering similar projects including external cladding with a reputable main contractor, delivering projects on time and within budget, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. We are looking for a hands on Site Manager, with a proven track record of driving sites through effective management and maintaining site presence. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to £55K - £65K, including car allowance + mileage. Must have driving licence and own vehicle. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!

Head of Commercial - Social Housing: Planned, Decarb & Repairs Negotiable + Bonus + Benefits Midlands / North We are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Head of Commercial to deliver a £50m region, delivering planned maintenance, decarbonisation/retrofit and repairs contractor for Housing Associations, Local Councils, and RSLs across the Midllands and the North West. As a key member of the leadership team, you play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team. You will oversee all regional commercial operations for your region, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results. Head of Commercial Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of project profitability across the region. Develop, lead, and implement effective commercial strategies for projects. Manage staff allocation and resource planning for optimal efficiency. Ensure compliance with company governance standards. Communicate and enforce health and safety strategies within the commercial team. Provide independent and constructive challenge to the business, focusing on early intervention, risk management, and alignment with the business's commercial objectives and professional standards. Head of Commercial Experience: Proven experience in a senior commercial role with a main contractor delivering relevant projects. Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contract Strategic thinker with hands-on capability and a results-driven mindset Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Head of Commercial Salary & Benefits: Base salary up to £Very Attractive Salary and Package based on experience Performance-related bonus of up to 30% Executive benefits package Influence and autonomy within a growing business Clear path for progression To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in maintenance/property services projects across multiple sites is essential. For a chance of securing this fantastic role, please apply online noww or contact Dave Widdison on for more information.

IT Mobilisation & Bid Manager Location: North London Travel: UK-wide travel required Salary : £70K - £85K + Benefits We are recruiting a leader to drive technology delivery of complex contract mobilisations, ensuring customers experience a seamless transition from contract award through to go-live and hypercare. My client is a leading national contractor delivering a variety of construction, refurbishment and repairs contracts for housing associations, councils and public sector organisations. You'll lead a talented team of Project Managers and Business Analysts, own the IT mobilisation plan end-to-end, and represent IT at key client and programme forums. You'll also play an important role in bids and tenders, helping shape compelling, deliverable technology solutions for prospective customers. What you'll be responsible for Lead IT mobilisations end-to-end Own the IT mobilisation plan, milestones, dependencies and stage gates from initial kick-off through go-live and hypercare, ensuring technology workstreams are delivered safely, on time and to the required quality. Lead and develop your team Line-manage Project Managers and Business Analysts, setting clear objectives, coaching for delivery excellence and building a collaborative, high-performing mobilisation practice. Oversee systems and integrations Lead the configuration and integration of platforms with client and supplier systems, including APIs and file exchanges, with a strong focus on data quality, security, resilience and performance. Manage stakeholders and governance Build trusted relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams. Represent IT at mobilisation kick-offs and steering groups, and chair design reviews, readiness forums and cutover command centres. Coordinate technology delivery Bring together all IT workstreams, including systems changes, integrations, data migration, testing, training, cutover, go-live and hypercare. Support bids and tenders Review tender documentation, identify technology requirements and dependencies, develop robust IT responses, and represent IT during client presentations, demonstrations and interviews. Manage risk and reporting Ensure mobilisation standards and governance are consistently applied, providing clear reporting on risks, issues, dependencies and decisions to programme and senior leadership forums. Drive continuous improvement Own and evolve the IT mobilisation approach, including playbooks, templates and document libraries. Capture lessons learned and embed improvements to increase consistency, efficiency and quality. Plan mobilisation resources Identify and secure the right combination of Project Management, Business Analysis and subject-matter expertise for each mobilisation. What we're looking for You'll be an experienced IT mobilisation or technology delivery leader who is comfortable taking end-to-end accountability in complex, fast-moving environments. You'll bring: Proven experience leading IT or technology mobilisations from initiation through go-live and hypercare Strong knowledge of systems integration, APIs, data migration, UAT, non-functional readiness, cutover and post-go-live support Experience of leading and developing Project Managers and Business Analysts Strong bid and tender experience, including reviewing requirements, solution authoring, demonstrations and client presentations Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders, clients, suppliers and technical teams The ability to translate complex technical information into clear, commercially focused messages for non-technical audiences Strong governance, risk management, planning and reporting capabilities A degree or equivalent professional experience PRINCE2 and/or Agile qualifications or equivalent delivery experience ITIL Foundation knowledge or certification would be advantageous An understanding of ISO 27001, information security and GDPR You'll be calm and credible under pressure, comfortable taking ownership and making decisions when timelines are demanding. You'll combine technical understanding with strong commercial and people skills, working collaboratively across teams while keeping the customer at the centre of delivery. Ready for your next challenge? Apply today or contact Dave on for more information.

Estimator - Social Housing, Planned Maintenance, Decarbonisation / Retrofit £80K - £100K + Bonus + Benefits London / Hybrid (Flexibility to work from Home) We are recruiting for a leading property services contractor to find a Senior Estimator to take responsibility for pricing winning planned maintenance / decent homes and decarbonisation / retrofit tenders for housing associations, local councils and RSL's. This is more than a measurement and pricing role. The successful candidate will combine technical estimating expertise with strong commercial judgement, bid leadership and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders. Estimator Responsibilities: Maintaining an accurate cost base by regular review of market prices Co-ordination of tender bids Check and acknowledge tender documents and amendments Organise copy of tender documents and amendments for appropriate parties Record supply chain and performance data Analyse, compare, and Input subcontractor bids into tender Build up rates from first principles where necessary to support subcontractor quotes Using first principles build ups to construct a fully formed bid using a direct labour workforce Assembling relevant documents for settlement and handover meeting Estimator Experience: Pricing occupied-homes programmes, including kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, external fabric and M&E renewals Experience of fire safety, passive fire protection, building safety remediation and/or high-rise refurbishment Understanding of retrofit delivery, ideally including PAS 2035/PAS 2030 and funded decarbonisation programmes Strong knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates, framework pricing, open-book costing, measured term and fixed-price contracts Advanced Excel capability and recognised estimating software such as ConQuest, Causeway, CostX or equivalent. HRB experience or experience of building safety related projects Estimator Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package. You will be part of a stable business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years.

Senior Contract Manager - Social Housing Refurbishment Externals Ealing £75K - £85K + Car Allowance + Benefits We are working with a leading national contractor operating within the property services market to recruit a Senior Contract Manager to join their highly successful team based in Ealing. The Senior Contract Manager will oversee teams delivering planned maintenance programs including externals works, EWI, Retrofit, roofing works for housing associations, ALMOs, and local councils. You must have delivered these types of projects for a leading social housing refurbishment contractor and be able to use MS Project to be considered. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven Senior Contracts Manager with a determined and motivated attitude. You will be instrumental in managing the contracts and leading a team of Project Managers, Site Manager's, Resident Liaison Officers, and subcontractors. Senior Contracts Manager Responsibilities: Manage multiple social housing construction and refurbishment projects Lead and support Site Managers, delivery teams and subcontractors Monitor programmes, resources, budgets, risks and project performance Ensure compliance with JCT contracts, specifications and client requirements Maintain high standards of health & safety, including CDM, RAMS and Construction Phase Plans Carry out regular site visits and progress meetings Oversee quality, compliance and environmental standards across projects Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders Provide accurate project, programme and performance reporting Identify risks and delays and implement effective mitigation plans Support the recruitment and development of Site Managers and operational teams Drive continuous improvement and excellent customer satisfaction Senior Contracts Manager Experience: Extensive social housing construction or refurbishment experience Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and contract administration Proven experience managing Site Managers, subcontractors and multiple projects Good commercial awareness and understanding of project costs Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and CDM regulations Excellent client and stakeholder management skills Strong programme, risk and resource management capabilities Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Project A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach MS Project - Essential Senior Contract Manager Salary & Package: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive up to £85,000 + Car/Allowance + Benefits.

Job Title: Fire Damper Engineers Location: Newcastle (Will Involve Travel) Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. We are recruiting for a skilled and experienced Fire Damper Engineers and Fire Damper Mates to work in teams of 2 across the UK The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of fire dampers in various commercial and industrial properties, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and industry standards. Duties/Responsibilities: Perform fire damper inspections, testing, and certification in accordance with BS 9999 and other relevant fire safety standards. Install, maintain, and repair fire dampers in HVAC systems to ensure functionality in the event of a fire. Conduct routine maintenance checks and identify any faults or issues, ensuring that fire dampers are in proper working order. Prepare detailed reports on all testing, maintenance, and repair work, including any remedial actions required. Provide on-site guidance to clients regarding fire safety and damper operation. Work closely with other fire safety professionals, HVAC engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of fire protection systems. Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations during the execution of work. Experience: Proven experience as a Fire Damper Engineer or in a similar role within the fire safety or HVAC industry. Knowledge of BS9999 and relevant fire safety legislation. Strong understanding of fire dampers, HVAC systems, and air control systems. Experience in using fire safety inspection and reporting software. CSCS card holder (essential). Certification in fire damper testing and maintenance (desirable). Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team. Full UK driving license (required). Salary andBenefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + Paid Christmas Shutdown Company vehicle 5% employer pension contribution Healthcare

Job Title: Fire Damper Engineers Location: London (Will Involve Travel) Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. We are recruiting for a skilled and experienced Fire Damper Engineers and Fire Damper Mates to work in teams of 2 across the UK The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of fire dampers in various commercial and industrial properties, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and industry standards. Duties/Responsibilities: Perform fire damper inspections, testing, and certification in accordance with BS 9999 and other relevant fire safety standards. Install, maintain, and repair fire dampers in HVAC systems to ensure functionality in the event of a fire. Conduct routine maintenance checks and identify any faults or issues, ensuring that fire dampers are in proper working order. Prepare detailed reports on all testing, maintenance, and repair work, including any remedial actions required. Provide on-site guidance to clients regarding fire safety and damper operation. Work closely with other fire safety professionals, HVAC engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of fire protection systems. Ensure full compliance with all health and safety regulations during the execution of work. Experience: Proven experience as a Fire Damper Engineer or in a similar role within the fire safety or HVAC industry. Knowledge of BS9999 and relevant fire safety legislation. Strong understanding of fire dampers, HVAC systems, and air control systems. Experience in using fire safety inspection and reporting software. CSCS card holder (essential). Certification in fire damper testing and maintenance (desirable). Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team. Full UK driving license (required). Salary andBenefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + Paid Christmas Shutdown Company vehicle 5% employer pension contribution Healthcare

Operations Manager - Reactive Maintenance & Voids Based in Hemel Hempstead £70K + package We are working with a leading Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contractor to recruit an Operations Manager to join their team in Hemel Hempstead overseeing a £10-12m portfolio of works. We are looking for somebody who will lead operationally on current contracts. Working in partnership with their Local Authority and Housing Association clients, the successful candidate will be overall responsible for driving success on reactive maintenance contracts. You will oversee the full running of the contracts including: program planning/scheduling works; KPI monitoring/performance improvement; management of health and safety; and managing a direct workforce of Contract Managers, Supervisors, Multi Trade Operatives and Admin/Planning Team. Operations Manager Experience Proven track record in securing, and delivering reactive maintenance contracts with public sector / housing association clients. IT Literate with good knowledge of Microsoft packages Ability to understand client / contract requirements to maximise productivity and measure and improvement Excellent written and oral presentation Good understanding of H&S legislation Experience of managing and improving internal and external customer relationships and conflict handling Operations Manager Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to £75,000 + Benefits. You will be part of a stable business with ambitious growth plans over the next 5 years.

Site Manager x4 (High-Rise Retrofit & Cladding Replacement Programme) Location: Central Bristol Salary: £52,000 + package Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30) The Role We are recruiting four experienced Site Managers to lead an accelerated retrofit and cladding replacement programme across four high-rise residential blocks in central Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist contractor delivering capital and retrofit programmes within the social housing sector, with particular expertise in high-rise and high-risk buildings. The Project Delivered on behalf of a local authority client, the four high-rise projects will be enclosed using tube and fitting scaffold or mast climbers to enable removal and replacement of existing render systems and brick slips. The scope also includes: Progressive removal and reinstatement of multiple MEP services alongside façade replacement works Enhancement and replacement of roof level cappings and lightning protection systems Enhancement and refreshment of existing landscaping and ground works Key Responsibilities Provide strong leadership and direction to project teams and works partners Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental management Lead and monitor project strategies to support the company's sustainability objectives Identify and manage commercial risk Build excellent relationships with client representatives, consultants and other stakeholders Develop strong relationships with the supply chain Recruit, train, develop and retain high quality site staff Provide technical support and advice to the client and project team Ensure a robust strategy is in place for managing complaints and defects Drive quality throughout the project lifecycle, with zero defects as the target on handover What You'll Need Essential: Experience delivering capital works and larger scale projects through subcontract/supply chain arrangements Experience managing multiple projects, including works to mid and/or high rise, high risk buildings: external façade systems, roofing, fire remediation and protection systems, structural works, groundworks, concrete repairs, internal refurbishment, etc. Extensive end to end site project management experience in a similar environment Pre-construction and construction experience UK driving licence SMSTS and sound knowledge of safe systems of work Scaffold inspection competency Role appropriate CSCS card First Aid at Work certificate Temporary Works Coordinator qualification Desirable: Social Housing/ HRB Construction experience Retrofit/capital works experience Experience delivering retrofit projects to PAS 2035 or similar standards

Assistant Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Works Based in Epping £45k plus package We are working with a leading Social Housing Refurbishment contractor to recruit an Assistant Site Manager to join their team in Epping on a planned internal and external works project. As the Assistant Site Manager you will supervise and manage the contractors undertaking works, ensuring the works are completed in a safe and efficient manner within stated timescales. You will be responsible for management of sub-contractors, inspecting properties pre and post works, taking progress meetings and overseeing the day to day delivery of the programme. Assistant Site Manager Experience & Qualifications SSSTS or SMSTS Working towards an NVQ Level 3 or 4 Social Housing experience CSCS Card Current DBS / Willingness to undertake DBS Check First Aid Knowledge of varied trades An excellent understanding of Health and Safety Asbestos Awareness Full Clean Driving License You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the company's success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a competitive rate of pay. Please apply online now!

Head of Bids - Property Services & Decarb / Retrofit North West Up to £90K + Bonus + Benefits We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a Head of Bids to join their highly successful work winning team. This role will require an experienced bid leader who is comfortable with taking responsibility for large and strategically important bids, whilst also being able to line manage a team of Bid Managers and support staff. Leadership qualities are therefore a must as you will be responsible for shaping strategy to delivery of exceptional PQQ and ITT quality submissions. As the Head of Bids, you will be a talented individual capable of leading change and building a centre of excellence for bidding. You will be an influencer and will play a critical role in their future growth. Working in tandem with senior leadership you will provide strategic direction for business development, advising and influencing the targeting projects within a variety of sectors including: Construction / Framework Projects: Education, Public sector and Blue Light projects Social Housing Projects: Planned & Responsive Maintenance, Gas Breakdown, Servicing and Installation, Redecoration and Refurbishment Schemes. Energy Services Projects The main purpose of this role is to create compelling and tailored bid propositions and operational plans to position my client ahead of their competitors and exceed client expectations. Head of Bids Essential Experience Proven bid writing and tender management experience. Excellent writing skills with an eye for detail, creativity and quality. Leadership and project management experience. IT proficient in Word and Excel. Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills to lead a united team and fully engage with all employees. Professionally qualified, and/or a graduate Understanding of the social housing sector including responsive repairs, voids, planned and energy services. Ability and confidence to a make high-quality presentations to customers. Highly numerative with the ability to analyse data and translate it into bid strategy and operational meaning. Head of Bids Salary & Benefits: You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the group's success. This is a key permanent role within the region and offers long term career progression along with an excellent basic salary and benefits package. Apply today or contact Dave on for more info.

Job Title: Site Manager - Passive Fire Location: Watford (Will involve travel) Salary: Competitive + benefits We are pleased to be working with a leading specialist contractor in passive fire protection, delivering high-quality fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works across a wide range of sectors including residential, healthcare, education, and commercial projects. With a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and excellence, they pride themselves on their commitment to protecting lives and property through superior workmanship. As the Site Manager, you will supervise and manage the contractors' undertaking works, ensuring the works are completed in a safe and efficient manner within stated timescales. You will be responsible for management of sub-contractors, inspecting properties pre and post works, taking progress meetings and overseeing the day-to-day delivery of the programme. Site Manager Relevant Experience / Qualifications: SMSTS Social Housing FRA experience First Aid CSCS Card Asbestos Awareness Able to gain Security Clearance IOSH Relevant Fire Qualification preferred but not essential (BM Trada, FIRAS, NVQ Passive Fire) Fire Door Knowledge Benefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + Paid Christmas Shutdown 5% employer pension contribution Healthcare Training and development opportunities Flexible, family friendly working environment Team/company events and competitions