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I have been asked to find an Estimator to work with my client based near Leeds. This opportunity would suit an experienced candidate with a proven track record in tendering and winning work- both in terms of estimating and contacts. My client is a specialist contractor providing services in bulk earthworks, groundworks and associated Civil Engineering works- this is in both the residential and commercial sectors. They work on projects in Yorkshire and the North of England. The salary banding is fairly wide and is dependent on relevant experience. there is also plenty of room for negotiation if required to secure the right candidate for this opportunity. This could be anywhere between 65-95k plus package or equivalent daily rate if preferred. Furthermore, it would be beneficial if you can price from 'first principle'- building up your own rates etc to formulate the tender. Please get in touch for further information on this and other opportunities that may align with your skills, experience and career aspirations.

I am looking for a Quantity Surveyor of intermediate level to join my client on one of the UK's largest Civil Engineering projects. My client is a 160 m turnover Civils contracting specialist with operations across the country. The current requirement is on a 100 m package of work close to Birmingham city centre. The ideal candidates will have a subcontracting/main contracting background, at least 2-4 years post-graduate experience and a good understanding of the administration of NEC contracts- compensation events, early warnings and so on. This is a fantastic opportunity to join and established and successful commercial team on a landmark project for the Midlands. you will learn on the job from your colleagues and be given all the support you could need to fast track your commercial career. The salary is anywhere between 45-65k and there is also a benefits package. The base is very much dependent on experience and aptitude. Please get in touch for further details on this and other opportunities that may align with your skills, experience and career aspirations.

I have been asked to find a Site Manager/Agent with asbestos removal experience to work on projects across the Central Belt of Scotland. The successful applicant will be the first member of my client's Scotland team and obviously the opportunity going forward is genuine and achievable. The contractor I am representing is active in a number of sectors including demolition, remediation of contaminated land and asbestos removal services. You'll need asbestos Supervisor or Contracts Manager training, the ability to successfully deliver live projects and liaise with existing and potential clients. The base salary on offer is between 45-65k and there is an extensive package attached to this. The base salary is dependent on relevant asbestos removal training. Please get in touch for further details on this and other opportunities that may align with your skills, experience and career aspirations.

I am looking to source a Contaminated Land Remediation Project Manger to work on projects across Teesside and the North/North East of England. My client currently has an ongoing large project near Middlesbrough and a healthy pipeline for the future. This is a specialist contractor with projects in the demolition, remediation and enabling works sectors. The ideal candidate will have around 5 years project management experience within the remediation industry although a mixture of remediation/earthworks/Civil Engineering experience will also be very useful. You will most likely have a Civil Engineering, geoenvironmental or geotechnical degree although Project Managers with a trades background will also be favourable considered- they key factor is your contaminated land remediation experience. There's a base salary available between 55-65k along with a genuine benefits package. This is all open to negotiation depending on relevant experience and aptitude. Please get in touch for further details on this and other opportunities that may align with your skills, experience and career aspirations.

I have been asked to find a Senior Engineer for a project close to Doncaster My client is a Civil Engineering/RC frame/Structures specialist operating nationally. They have picked up a new contract which commenced in December 2025 that should have a duration of approximately 12 months. My client will be working on the site infrastructure package- groundworks. pile caps, retaining walls and structures and drainage/deep drainage. The daily duties include QA/QC management, documentation and administration in line with the client's requirements. Applicants should have at least 2-4 years of specialist contracting experience- ideally in reinforced concrete and groundworks. A Civil Engineering degree is useful but not essential- relevant experience is key. The rate available is between (Apply online only) per day and is very negotiable depending on experience. My client is picking up plenty of work in the North of England so there could be the opportunity of further engagement once this contract is complete. Please apply without delay for further information and a confidential discussion regarding this and other opportunities that may suit your skills, experience and career aspirations.

My client has asked me to find a Purchase Ledger Assistant for their growing construction business. After a period of consolidation they are now at a turnover of more than £100 m across the group and need to strengthen their finance team. This is an office based opportunity and is on a full-time, 5 day per week basis. My client's office is near Uxbridge- Middlesex. Key roles and responsibilities: Entering purchase invoices across their group of companies Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and good receipts notes where applicable Liaising with the buying department on purchase order queries Contacting both site staff and external suppliers to raise and manage invoice queries where necessary Completion of supplier statement reconciliations on a monthly basis Ad-hoc offices duties to include answering calls, placing and receipting stationary and office supplier orders Requirements: Some previous experience required, preferably within the construction industry Previous experience with 4PS or Microsoft Business Central is preferred but not essential Good communication skills and attention to detail Have a flexible approach to work Must be self motivated and able to work to deadlines The salary on offer is between £33-35k per year with room for negotiation based on relevant experience. As mentioned in the requirements above it would definitely be useful if you have already worked within the construction industry. Please apply without delay for further information on this and other opportunities that may align with your skills, experience and career aspirations.