The Grapevine Construction Recruitment

We are recruiting for a successful, family-owned business offering a friendly, close-knit working environment where individual contribution is recognised and valued. They are looking for a highly organised and proactive Reactive Works Manager to coordinate commercial M&E and building-maintenance works. This is a fast-paced, predominantly office-based role involving extensive use of MS-Office applications, regular communication with clients, subcontractors and in-house operatives, together with occasional site visits to inspect and survey prospective works. Duties Receiving and assessing client maintenance requests Preparing quotations and obtaining subcontractor prices Coordinating reactive works from instruction through to completion Keeping clients informed and resolving issues promptly Arranging subcontractors, operatives, access and materials Monitoring live jobs, reports and completion documentation Visiting sites when surveys or inspections are required Works will be to; commercial plant rooms, boilers, pumps, plumbing, gas testing, air conditioning, legionella works, electrical repairs, roofing, decorating, flooring and general building-fabric maintenance. The person You will need previous experience in commercial M&E, reactive maintenance, minor works or facilities management. You do not need to be an expert in every trade, but you must understand building services sufficiently well to assess requirements, question subcontractors and coordinate the correct response. A background in commercial plumbing, heating, mechanical services, electrical services, HVAC or multi-skilled building maintenance would be particularly suitable. Also required Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Good commercial awareness and quotation experience Confident client and subcontractor communication Excellent computer, email and administrative ability A positive, resilient and productive approach The ability to remain composed when priorities change A full UK driving licence This position would suit an experienced building-services professional who has moved from the tools into coordination, supervision or small-works management. With interviews available from Monday the 3rd of August, salary is 45k to 50k + company car.

We need a stand-alone site manager for quite a technically complicated residential new build project in the centre of Beaconsfield. The house, a bungalow with bespoke glazing and contemporary high-end interiors is being built for a private client by the residential main contractor based in High Wycombe we are recruiting for. Around 1.5 million worth of builder's works. This is a new build scheme requiring the ability to bring a job out of the ground and drive it through, maintaining programme to finishes and handover. The opportunity Taking up the position two weeks prior to project commencement, starting from a completely clean sheet. A great product in a very attractive location. A high level of autonomy, as long as quality and programme are strictly adhered to. Candidate Essentials Portfolio of previous bespoke residential new builds. Conscientious eye for detail, impeccable time keeping, 100% reliability. NVQ6 SMSTS This, then represents a great opportunity to join a family-owned residential builder with a pipeline of work in the High Wycombe area and deliver a project key to their current portfolio. Interviews are available from week commencing 3rd August and salary is a competitive 60k to 70k.

We are recruiting for a £40m turnover national main contractor with a successful 40 year history of delivering roofing and external works to warehouses, logistics facilities and industrial premises. Following an acquisition by a multinational logistics group and its associated financial strengthening, the business is adding a new Cat A + B fit-out offering to the its portfolio, creating an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Contracts Manager to help shape its future. The opportunity A rare opportunity to shape a new business unit, not inheriting methodology and systems. Working for a well-resourced and established main contractor enjoying a healthy pipeline of profitable projects. A micromanagement averse culture. Candidate Essentials At least five years' experience managing multiple industrial and commercial fit-out projects. Experience delivering projects typically valued between £500k and £2m. Good knowledge of Cat A + Cat B office fit-outs and industrial refurbishments. Strong commercial awareness and experience administering JCT contracts. Excellent client-facing skills. A great opportunity to join a thriving company, interviews are available from Monday 20th July and salary is a competitive £75k to £85k plus fully financed car or £7k car allowance.