The Role We have a new permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Amplius Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the responsive complex repairs and maintenance team The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills, basic plumbing and a range of other trade skills. You will be covering a patch of social housing properties which stretch from Rushden, Northamptonshire, Peterborough, St Neots and the surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van, Fuel card Tools provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's successful contract with Amplius supports nearly 8,000 houses, And we're expecting that to increase significantly in 2025. Our contract includes Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Complex Works and FRA workstreams with plans to expand into Planned Works and Preventative Maintenance as well. Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines as part of the complex works team. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives and tenants Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license Must be able to pass basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Power Tools and PPE provided Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
The Role We have a new permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Amplius Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the responsive complex repairs and maintenance team The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills, basic plumbing and a range of other trade skills. You will be covering a patch of social housing properties which stretch from Rushden, Northamptonshire, Peterborough, St Neots and the surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van, Fuel card Tools provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's successful contract with Amplius supports nearly 8,000 houses, And we're expecting that to increase significantly in 2025. Our contract includes Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Complex Works and FRA workstreams with plans to expand into Planned Works and Preventative Maintenance as well. Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines as part of the complex works team. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives and tenants Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license Must be able to pass basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Power Tools and PPE provided Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
The Role Due to continued successful growth, we have an excellent permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Orbit Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the repairs and maintenance team. The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills and basic plumbing . You will be covering a patch of social housing in Stratford upon Avon, Leamington Spa and the surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van, Fuel card Tools provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing covers over 17,000 properties across Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives and tenants Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license Must be able to pass basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
The Role Due to continued successful growth, we have an excellent permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Orbit Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the repairs and maintenance team. The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills and basic plumbing . You will be covering a patch of social housing in Stratford upon Avon, Leamington Spa and the surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van, Fuel card Tools provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing covers over 17,000 properties across Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives and tenants Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license Must be able to pass basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
The Role Here at Fortem Solutions we're recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a new Retrofit team, mostly based in Swanley with another site in Tunbridge Wells. The Site Manager will work on a full-time basis and will lead the site teams and subcontractors in undertaking the required tasks, be accountable for the management and planning of sub-contract labour and supporting the delivery of a large Retrofit program. The Company Fortem Solutions are a nationwide business specialising in the Social Housing sector. We provide Repairs & Maintenance, Retrofit, Capital Works and Decarbonisation workstreams within Local Authorities and Housing Associations. Duties & Responsibilities To lead, assess and be responsible for all electrical works within the kitchen and bathroom maintenance and refurbishment programs Ensure that Company Health & Safety Policies and procedures are strictly adhered to and work closely with Health & Safety Managers and Advisors Maintain and produce, on request, up-to-date Health & Safety records Ensure all Environmental and Waste Management Policies are adhered to Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted Fully comply with the Company's Customer Satisfaction Policy and Procedures Ensure all directly employed personnel work within the required specification and adhere to general Company Policies Ensure that procedures and controls laid down by the Company are fully implemented by all site personnel Motivate, support and manage directly employed site staff. Provide training, coaching, appraisal and support as required to improve the performance of directly employed site staff Ensure site presentation is maintained at the correct standard at all times. Organise regular site meetings and pre-plan and ensure efficient usage of all resources What You Will Need Essential Criteria: Minimum level 4 qualification (NVQ4 or HNC) SMSTS Scaffold inspection Role Appropriate CSCS card First Aid at work certificate Asbestos awareness (duty to manage would be desirable) Excellent understanding of building refurbishment works Confident and comfortable with engaging, managing, communicating with all levels of supply chain members, from directors/owners, supervisors to operatives on the ground Comfortable reviewing & challenging sub-contract RAMS prior to final review from the HSEC team. Full UK Driving Licence (5 points max.) Desirable: Experience working on Retrofit programs CIOB or Construction related membership Knowledge and understanding of ASTA Experience of delivering projects for an Affordable housing Client, in particular refurbishment projects Knowledge of working with different contracts JCT/NEC Quality assurance Temporary works knowledge Benefits 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Eligible for a bonus of up to 10% 26 weeks full pay maternity leave Annual pay reviews 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any help with your application please contact
Sep 29, 2025
Full time
The Role Here at Fortem Solutions we're recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a new Retrofit team, mostly based in Swanley with another site in Tunbridge Wells. The Site Manager will work on a full-time basis and will lead the site teams and subcontractors in undertaking the required tasks, be accountable for the management and planning of sub-contract labour and supporting the delivery of a large Retrofit program. The Company Fortem Solutions are a nationwide business specialising in the Social Housing sector. We provide Repairs & Maintenance, Retrofit, Capital Works and Decarbonisation workstreams within Local Authorities and Housing Associations. Duties & Responsibilities To lead, assess and be responsible for all electrical works within the kitchen and bathroom maintenance and refurbishment programs Ensure that Company Health & Safety Policies and procedures are strictly adhered to and work closely with Health & Safety Managers and Advisors Maintain and produce, on request, up-to-date Health & Safety records Ensure all Environmental and Waste Management Policies are adhered to Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted Fully comply with the Company's Customer Satisfaction Policy and Procedures Ensure all directly employed personnel work within the required specification and adhere to general Company Policies Ensure that procedures and controls laid down by the Company are fully implemented by all site personnel Motivate, support and manage directly employed site staff. Provide training, coaching, appraisal and support as required to improve the performance of directly employed site staff Ensure site presentation is maintained at the correct standard at all times. Organise regular site meetings and pre-plan and ensure efficient usage of all resources What You Will Need Essential Criteria: Minimum level 4 qualification (NVQ4 or HNC) SMSTS Scaffold inspection Role Appropriate CSCS card First Aid at work certificate Asbestos awareness (duty to manage would be desirable) Excellent understanding of building refurbishment works Confident and comfortable with engaging, managing, communicating with all levels of supply chain members, from directors/owners, supervisors to operatives on the ground Comfortable reviewing & challenging sub-contract RAMS prior to final review from the HSEC team. Full UK Driving Licence (5 points max.) Desirable: Experience working on Retrofit programs CIOB or Construction related membership Knowledge and understanding of ASTA Experience of delivering projects for an Affordable housing Client, in particular refurbishment projects Knowledge of working with different contracts JCT/NEC Quality assurance Temporary works knowledge Benefits 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Eligible for a bonus of up to 10% 26 weeks full pay maternity leave Annual pay reviews 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any help with your application please contact
The Role As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and professional Quantity Surveyor with Social Housing Industry experience to join our commercial team at Orbit Housing. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled individual to play a key role in our commercial management function, providing proactive and timely support to a successful team focusing on repairs and maintenance of social housing properties. You will need to have Housing industry experience and will be working on low cost/ high value models using Excel daily for regular reporting. An understanding of NHF and SOR's is highly valuable to the success of this position. The Client Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing is long term with options to extend and we cover over 17,000 houses across Stratford-upon-Avon, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract. Duties & Responsibilities Working on a low cost/ high value model using Excel daily for regular reporting And using your understanding of NHF and SOR's to drive success. Your key responsibilities will also include: Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the contract. Promote company values and procedures internally and externally. Ensure project teams meet or exceed budget targets. Act as a subject matter expert on contractual arrangements. Maximise cash flow through invoicing and resolving client queries. Monitor job costs and revenue to support data-driven decisions. Manage disputes and identify potential issues early. Ensure accurate cash flow forecasts and revenue profiles Support financial reporting and cost control governance. Oversee subcontractor orders, supplier onboarding, and team development. What You Will Need Essential criteria: Previous experience within a similar Commercial role ( Housing with NHF knowledge) Excellent IT knowledge including a high level of Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development) Negotiating and communication skills, SORS Detailed knowledge of relevant contract conditions Experience of Management Accounts Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel if required by the business. Desirable Criteria: An industry related qualification Knowledge of Contract Law Professional Accountancy Qualifications or working towards Facilities Management/Accountancy or Construction related qualification Demonstrable experience in significant & complex contract multi-disciplinary contracts. Experience in Dispute Resolution Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus up to 10% Motor Expenditure Allowance ( 3,500 per annum) Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Annual pay reviews Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care plus 24/7 access to GP Appointment from Day 1 Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
Sep 19, 2025
Full time
The Role As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and professional Quantity Surveyor with Social Housing Industry experience to join our commercial team at Orbit Housing. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled individual to play a key role in our commercial management function, providing proactive and timely support to a successful team focusing on repairs and maintenance of social housing properties. You will need to have Housing industry experience and will be working on low cost/ high value models using Excel daily for regular reporting. An understanding of NHF and SOR's is highly valuable to the success of this position. The Client Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing is long term with options to extend and we cover over 17,000 houses across Stratford-upon-Avon, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract. Duties & Responsibilities Working on a low cost/ high value model using Excel daily for regular reporting And using your understanding of NHF and SOR's to drive success. Your key responsibilities will also include: Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the contract. Promote company values and procedures internally and externally. Ensure project teams meet or exceed budget targets. Act as a subject matter expert on contractual arrangements. Maximise cash flow through invoicing and resolving client queries. Monitor job costs and revenue to support data-driven decisions. Manage disputes and identify potential issues early. Ensure accurate cash flow forecasts and revenue profiles Support financial reporting and cost control governance. Oversee subcontractor orders, supplier onboarding, and team development. What You Will Need Essential criteria: Previous experience within a similar Commercial role ( Housing with NHF knowledge) Excellent IT knowledge including a high level of Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development) Negotiating and communication skills, SORS Detailed knowledge of relevant contract conditions Experience of Management Accounts Full UK driving licence and a willingness to travel if required by the business. Desirable Criteria: An industry related qualification Knowledge of Contract Law Professional Accountancy Qualifications or working towards Facilities Management/Accountancy or Construction related qualification Demonstrable experience in significant & complex contract multi-disciplinary contracts. Experience in Dispute Resolution Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus up to 10% Motor Expenditure Allowance ( 3,500 per annum) Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease scheme 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Annual pay reviews Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care plus 24/7 access to GP Appointment from Day 1 Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at
The Role Due to rapid growth and continuous success we are delighted to confirm that we are currently seeking a Gas Supervisor to join our Fortem team at our Birmingham South branch. We are looking for someone to take responsibility for leading and directing a team of tradespeople and subcontractors undertaking specified gas works. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities Manage and lead a team of up to 15 qualified Gas Engineers Liaise with planning to assist service delivery Dealing with team, contractor and internal Gas enquiries Lead and support the team, including under performance Site visits and Engineer audits ( Office 70% / Site 30%). Manage team productivity Responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of the Gas Servicing and Maintenance team Call out is available (not compulsory, paid). What You Will Need The successful candidate will meet the following criteria: Essential Criteria Management experience Experience of managing Gas trades teams Install/maintenance and servicing knowledge Gas Safe Registered Good communication and leaderships Good dispute resolution skills City and Guilds qualifications to appropriate level Current Gas accreditations - CCN1, CEN1, HTR1, CKR1 DBS check to be clear Able to use Office suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint). Desired Criteria Good understanding of building maintenance, central heating, and domestic appliances MET1, WAT1 IT literate Social Housing/Refurbishment experience CSCS HAPS test certificate & CSCS skills card Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease Additional 3,500 Motor Expenditure Allowance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Eligible for a bonus of up to 10% 26 weeks full pay maternity leave Annual pay reviews 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly.Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you would like support with your application please contact Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
Sep 19, 2025
Full time
The Role Due to rapid growth and continuous success we are delighted to confirm that we are currently seeking a Gas Supervisor to join our Fortem team at our Birmingham South branch. We are looking for someone to take responsibility for leading and directing a team of tradespeople and subcontractors undertaking specified gas works. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities Manage and lead a team of up to 15 qualified Gas Engineers Liaise with planning to assist service delivery Dealing with team, contractor and internal Gas enquiries Lead and support the team, including under performance Site visits and Engineer audits ( Office 70% / Site 30%). Manage team productivity Responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of the Gas Servicing and Maintenance team Call out is available (not compulsory, paid). What You Will Need The successful candidate will meet the following criteria: Essential Criteria Management experience Experience of managing Gas trades teams Install/maintenance and servicing knowledge Gas Safe Registered Good communication and leaderships Good dispute resolution skills City and Guilds qualifications to appropriate level Current Gas accreditations - CCN1, CEN1, HTR1, CKR1 DBS check to be clear Able to use Office suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint). Desired Criteria Good understanding of building maintenance, central heating, and domestic appliances MET1, WAT1 IT literate Social Housing/Refurbishment experience CSCS HAPS test certificate & CSCS skills card Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease Additional 3,500 Motor Expenditure Allowance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Eligible for a bonus of up to 10% 26 weeks full pay maternity leave Annual pay reviews 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly.Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you would like support with your application please contact Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
The Role We are currently looking for a Bricklayer Multi to join our Voids team, working across the South Birmingham area. This is a permanent, full-time role with core hours of Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. We're looking for someone with experience in bricklaying and landscaping. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities The Bricklayer Multi responsibilities will include: Carry out all aspects of bricklaying and groundworks to a high standard with minimal supervision. Perform additional multi-skilled tasks to complete jobs beyond core trade. Take ownership of work, aiming for a 'First Time Fix' on all jobs. Work within budget and time constraints. Follow company Health and Safety guidelines. Stay up to date with technical and legal requirements in your skill areas. Conduct maintenance and renewal work on properties. What You Will Need The Bricklayer Multi will meet the following criteria: Essential Criteria: Previous experience in a Bricklayer role Landscaping experience including gardening, slabbing and fencing Full UK driving licence (maximum 5 points) Desirable criteria Social housing experience Experience working on void properties Benefits The Bricklayer Multi benefits include: A company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus of up to 5% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
Sep 17, 2025
Full time
The Role We are currently looking for a Bricklayer Multi to join our Voids team, working across the South Birmingham area. This is a permanent, full-time role with core hours of Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm. We're looking for someone with experience in bricklaying and landscaping. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities The Bricklayer Multi responsibilities will include: Carry out all aspects of bricklaying and groundworks to a high standard with minimal supervision. Perform additional multi-skilled tasks to complete jobs beyond core trade. Take ownership of work, aiming for a 'First Time Fix' on all jobs. Work within budget and time constraints. Follow company Health and Safety guidelines. Stay up to date with technical and legal requirements in your skill areas. Conduct maintenance and renewal work on properties. What You Will Need The Bricklayer Multi will meet the following criteria: Essential Criteria: Previous experience in a Bricklayer role Landscaping experience including gardening, slabbing and fencing Full UK driving licence (maximum 5 points) Desirable criteria Social housing experience Experience working on void properties Benefits The Bricklayer Multi benefits include: A company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus of up to 5% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
The Role Fortem Solutions are currently recruiting for a 'Working' Electrical Qualifying Supervisor to join our Cambridge Housing Society contract, of which the office is based in Histon. Please note, this will be a 'Working' Supervisor role, so we are looking for someone who is looking to take the next step towards becoming a Supervisor, whilst still completing Electrical trade jobs. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to get a sample of Supervision. The Client Our contract with Cambridge Housing Society is a long term partnership with houses covering the whole of Cambridgeshire, from Wisbech down to Haverhill, although primarily situated in central Cambridge. There are nearly 3,000 properties, mostly houses and flats, and we will be looking after their Repairs, Voids, Cyclical Works and Planned workstreams. Duties and Responsibilities As our 'Working' Electrical Supervisor you will ensure that Fortem complies with all electrical regulations and maintains its registration as an NICEIC approved electrical contractor. You will have day to day responsibility for the safety, technical standard and quality of all categories of electrical work including installation, certification of works, repairs and alterations carried out under the scope of the contract. What You Will Need Essential Criteria: City & Guilds (C&G) Part 1 & 2 in Electrical installation (2360) or Level 3 Electrotechnical (2330) If after 1996 - NVQ Level 3 Certificate (2356) or C&G 2330 Level 3 electro technical qualification or C&G 2365 / 2357 NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) C&G 2360 Electrical Installation Work Course A & B NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Services (2356) C&G Current BS 7671 Certificate (2382-12) 18th Edition City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection certificate NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor experience Flexibility to undertake regular travel Desirable Criteria: JIBP Health & Safety Test Certificate with current JIBP card City & Guilds 2377 Pat Testing certificate Unvented Hot Water certificate Domestic Installer (Part P) C&G PAT Certificate (2377) Benefits The 'Working' Electrical Qualifying Supervisor benefits include: A company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus (Paid annually) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
Sep 17, 2025
Full time
The Role Fortem Solutions are currently recruiting for a 'Working' Electrical Qualifying Supervisor to join our Cambridge Housing Society contract, of which the office is based in Histon. Please note, this will be a 'Working' Supervisor role, so we are looking for someone who is looking to take the next step towards becoming a Supervisor, whilst still completing Electrical trade jobs. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to get a sample of Supervision. The Client Our contract with Cambridge Housing Society is a long term partnership with houses covering the whole of Cambridgeshire, from Wisbech down to Haverhill, although primarily situated in central Cambridge. There are nearly 3,000 properties, mostly houses and flats, and we will be looking after their Repairs, Voids, Cyclical Works and Planned workstreams. Duties and Responsibilities As our 'Working' Electrical Supervisor you will ensure that Fortem complies with all electrical regulations and maintains its registration as an NICEIC approved electrical contractor. You will have day to day responsibility for the safety, technical standard and quality of all categories of electrical work including installation, certification of works, repairs and alterations carried out under the scope of the contract. What You Will Need Essential Criteria: City & Guilds (C&G) Part 1 & 2 in Electrical installation (2360) or Level 3 Electrotechnical (2330) If after 1996 - NVQ Level 3 Certificate (2356) or C&G 2330 Level 3 electro technical qualification or C&G 2365 / 2357 NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (Buildings and Structures) C&G 2360 Electrical Installation Work Course A & B NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical Services (2356) C&G Current BS 7671 Certificate (2382-12) 18th Edition City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection certificate NICEIC Qualifying Supervisor experience Flexibility to undertake regular travel Desirable Criteria: JIBP Health & Safety Test Certificate with current JIBP card City & Guilds 2377 Pat Testing certificate Unvented Hot Water certificate Domestic Installer (Part P) C&G PAT Certificate (2377) Benefits The 'Working' Electrical Qualifying Supervisor benefits include: A company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus (Paid annually) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
The Role Fortem Solutions are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Stonewater Housing contract based in our head office in Chippenham. You'll work in conjunction with the General Manager and Commercial leads to ensure appropriate commercial controls are in place and adhered to in order to secure the company's full entitlement through the contract. The Client Our contract with Stonewater is long term with the option to extend the partnership again. On our contract we cover over 7,500 houses in 4 different areas of the South-West, from Taunton and Yeovil, over to Bristol and Swindon and down to Salisbury and Bournemouth. We currently deliver Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and an Electrical Service program. We pride ourselves on our great customer service and our senior leadership team has years of experience within this sector which can help you develop your learning and knowledge base. Duties & Responsibilities Key responsibilities will include: Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the parameters of the Contract and further commercial negotiations. Ensure the commercial team achieve or exceed budgeted targets. Responsible for the application schedule of rates, acting as a subject matter expert for contractual arrangements. Maximise cash flow through monthly invoicing, the implementation of appropriate procedures to resolve client queries and ensuring cash is received when due. Monitoring and analysis of management information and job cost against job revenue, supporting the operations and finance and enablement of data driven decision making. Point of contact for dispute resolution. Ensure Accurate Cashflow Forecasts and Revenue profiles are in place and are accurate and updated regularly. Prepare and produce financial reports, including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), Cost Value Comparison (CVC) and management accounts, providing governance of budgets through robust cost control. Ensure the IT integration between the client's system and Fortem's is aligned to increase productivity and financial controls in-line with the contract conditions. Ensure budgets are set and shared with the commercial leads annually along with carrying out full reviews periodically when required. Making sure the supply chain has up to date term orders and contract agreements and are managed in-line with financial controls and governance. This is includes setting up and managing agreed SLA's. What You Will Need Essential Excellent data interrogation skills Excellent Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development) QS degree or equivalent training or a minimum of 5 years relevant contract experience Line Management experience Negotiating, communication and presentation skills Valid UK driving licence Desirable Experience of Management Accounts Accounting skills Commercial Contractor exposure Benefits Eligibility for bonus up to 10% of basic salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' Other benefits including Private pension, Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider discounts & more Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Sep 15, 2025
Full time
The Role Fortem Solutions are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Stonewater Housing contract based in our head office in Chippenham. You'll work in conjunction with the General Manager and Commercial leads to ensure appropriate commercial controls are in place and adhered to in order to secure the company's full entitlement through the contract. The Client Our contract with Stonewater is long term with the option to extend the partnership again. On our contract we cover over 7,500 houses in 4 different areas of the South-West, from Taunton and Yeovil, over to Bristol and Swindon and down to Salisbury and Bournemouth. We currently deliver Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and an Electrical Service program. We pride ourselves on our great customer service and our senior leadership team has years of experience within this sector which can help you develop your learning and knowledge base. Duties & Responsibilities Key responsibilities will include: Ensure the company secures its full entitlement within the parameters of the Contract and further commercial negotiations. Ensure the commercial team achieve or exceed budgeted targets. Responsible for the application schedule of rates, acting as a subject matter expert for contractual arrangements. Maximise cash flow through monthly invoicing, the implementation of appropriate procedures to resolve client queries and ensuring cash is received when due. Monitoring and analysis of management information and job cost against job revenue, supporting the operations and finance and enablement of data driven decision making. Point of contact for dispute resolution. Ensure Accurate Cashflow Forecasts and Revenue profiles are in place and are accurate and updated regularly. Prepare and produce financial reports, including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR), Cost Value Comparison (CVC) and management accounts, providing governance of budgets through robust cost control. Ensure the IT integration between the client's system and Fortem's is aligned to increase productivity and financial controls in-line with the contract conditions. Ensure budgets are set and shared with the commercial leads annually along with carrying out full reviews periodically when required. Making sure the supply chain has up to date term orders and contract agreements and are managed in-line with financial controls and governance. This is includes setting up and managing agreed SLA's. What You Will Need Essential Excellent data interrogation skills Excellent Excel skills (incl. V-Lookup, Pivot tables and formula development) QS degree or equivalent training or a minimum of 5 years relevant contract experience Line Management experience Negotiating, communication and presentation skills Valid UK driving licence Desirable Experience of Management Accounts Accounting skills Commercial Contractor exposure Benefits Eligibility for bonus up to 10% of basic salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' Other benefits including Private pension, Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare, cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider discounts & more Who We Are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
The Role Due to our continued success here at Fortem, we are delighted to confirm that we are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Northern division. This will be responsible for our Stoke and Chester area's, you will ideally be located within easy commute of these sites. The Customer We are proud to announce the recent contract win and mobilisation of the Sanctuary Social Housing refurbishment contract. Duties and Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of operational trades and construction staff Have direct responsibility for the safe delivery of social housing refurbishment and retrofit projects Manage sub-contracted labour Liaise with, and update the client with issues and progress Report into the Operations Manager for this contract Ensure contracts and works are delivered safety, on time and in budget Maintain the highest level of Health & Safety procedures Hold full operational responsibility for the ongoing refurbishment projects Mentor and motivate a newly established team What You Will Need Essential Social housing refurbishment experience Experience in a Project Management refurbishment/maintenance position Experience if working with Retrofit maintenance programmes Excellent leadership and management skills The desire to make a difference in the social housing construction sector Exceptional H&S knowledge Excellent IT skills SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence A clear basic DBS Desirable Knowledge and experience of working within Retrofit social housing contracts Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus Motor Expenditure Allowance ( 3,500). Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Sickness pay 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Annual pay reviews Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
The Role Due to our continued success here at Fortem, we are delighted to confirm that we are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Northern division. This will be responsible for our Stoke and Chester area's, you will ideally be located within easy commute of these sites. The Customer We are proud to announce the recent contract win and mobilisation of the Sanctuary Social Housing refurbishment contract. Duties and Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of operational trades and construction staff Have direct responsibility for the safe delivery of social housing refurbishment and retrofit projects Manage sub-contracted labour Liaise with, and update the client with issues and progress Report into the Operations Manager for this contract Ensure contracts and works are delivered safety, on time and in budget Maintain the highest level of Health & Safety procedures Hold full operational responsibility for the ongoing refurbishment projects Mentor and motivate a newly established team What You Will Need Essential Social housing refurbishment experience Experience in a Project Management refurbishment/maintenance position Experience if working with Retrofit maintenance programmes Excellent leadership and management skills The desire to make a difference in the social housing construction sector Exceptional H&S knowledge Excellent IT skills SMSTS CSCS Full UK driving licence A clear basic DBS Desirable Knowledge and experience of working within Retrofit social housing contracts Benefits Competitive salary based on experience with profit related bonus Motor Expenditure Allowance ( 3,500). Option to opt into Salary sacrifice car lease 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off (34 days total) Sickness pay 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Annual pay reviews Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle to work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold standard, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
The Role Due to continuous success here at Fortem, we are currently recruiting for a Plumber Multi to join our Birmingham Repairs team. In this role, you'll carry out plumbing repairs on social housing properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with customer expectations. This is a permanent position and the core working hours are Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities The Plumber Multi responsibilities will include: Perform plumbing repairs and maintenance on social housing properties, ensuring all work meets high-quality standards. Diagnose and resolve plumbing issues efficiently, aiming for a 'First Time Fix' on all jobs to minimise follow-up visits. Carry out installations, replacements, and servicing of plumbing systems, including pipes, fixtures, and appliances. Work independently with minimal supervision while managing workloads effectively to meet budget and time constraints. Ensure compliance with company Health and Safety guidelines and adhere to relevant legal and technical regulations. Provide excellent customer service by communicating clearly with tenants about repairs and maintenance. Stay updated with industry best practices, new technologies, and regulations to continuously improve skills and service quality. What You Will Need The Plumber Multi will meet the following requirements: Essential Criteria Experience in a Plumber role Full UK driving licence (max 5 points) Desirable Criteria Social housing experience Benefits Plumber Multi benefits: Company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus up to 5% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
Aug 26, 2025
Full time
The Role Due to continuous success here at Fortem, we are currently recruiting for a Plumber Multi to join our Birmingham Repairs team. In this role, you'll carry out plumbing repairs on social housing properties, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and in line with customer expectations. This is a permanent position and the core working hours are Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm. The Customer You will be part of one of Fortem's largest Social Housing contracts, Birmingham City Council. This is an expanding 50m Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit contract and the largest social housing contract in Europe. We are responsible for over 22,500 properties in the Birmingham area including low, medium and a significant number of high-rise blocks. This is a fast paced, focused and dedicated contract which we have been re-awarded 3 times and we are very proud to be able to support this exceptional client. Duties and Responsibilities The Plumber Multi responsibilities will include: Perform plumbing repairs and maintenance on social housing properties, ensuring all work meets high-quality standards. Diagnose and resolve plumbing issues efficiently, aiming for a 'First Time Fix' on all jobs to minimise follow-up visits. Carry out installations, replacements, and servicing of plumbing systems, including pipes, fixtures, and appliances. Work independently with minimal supervision while managing workloads effectively to meet budget and time constraints. Ensure compliance with company Health and Safety guidelines and adhere to relevant legal and technical regulations. Provide excellent customer service by communicating clearly with tenants about repairs and maintenance. Stay updated with industry best practices, new technologies, and regulations to continuously improve skills and service quality. What You Will Need The Plumber Multi will meet the following requirements: Essential Criteria Experience in a Plumber role Full UK driving licence (max 5 points) Desirable Criteria Social housing experience Benefits Plumber Multi benefits: Company van and fuel card for work purposes PPE provided Overtime and call outs available Eligible for bonus up to 5% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Private pension Life Insurance Private healthcare and dental care Cycle-to-work scheme Retail and mobile phone provider discounts Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System Who We Are Fortem are Social Housing property experts. It is our sole focus, and the only sector we have worked in since inception in 2002. We successfully deliver works across three workstreams - Repairs & Maintenance, Capital Works and Retrofit. Our mission is to raise the bar in Social Housing and help our clients provide safe, warm and decent homes for people to live in - because Every Home Matters. We are a Willmott Dixon Group Company. As such, we benefit from the credibility and recognition associated with a large and long-established brand - whilst as a standalone business within the Group, we maintain the flexibility to adapt our services to meet the unique challenges of the social housing marketplace. Our success is due to our people. They are passionate, committed and care about what we deliver for our clients and partners and residents. We take pride in developing our employees and supporting them to achieve their potential. For us, a sustainable future is about ensuring we continue to develop our people for our future needs and recruiting the right talent. Our culture, built around Courage, Care and Respect, ensures that we always deliver not only the job done but, most importantly, the job done in the right way. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please apply with your updated CV or contact us at the Recruitment team. Note for Recruitment Agencies: We have an agreed PSL, we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
The role Due to continued successful growth, we have an excellent permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Orbit Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the repairs and maintenance team. The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills and basic plumbing . You will be covering a patch of social housing in Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van and Fuel card provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing covers over 17,000 properties across Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license (Max 5 points) No driving bans in the past 5 years Must be able to pass our basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Aug 26, 2025
Full time
The role Due to continued successful growth, we have an excellent permanent opportunity to join our Fortem team at Orbit Housing as a Carpenter Multi Skilled Trade in the repairs and maintenance team. The Carpenter Multi Trade will be responsible for most aspects of property maintenance and repairs to Social Housing Properties which uses core carpentry skills and basic plumbing . You will be covering a patch of social housing in Stratford Upon Avon and surrounding area so travel is essential. Core Hours are Monday-Friday 8.00am-4.30pm - Work Van and Fuel card provided! As a Carpenter Multi Trade you will be ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision. The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, aiming for 'First time Fix' on all jobs, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants The Customer Fortem's contract with Orbit Housing covers over 17,000 properties across Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Nuneaton, Northampton, Milton Keynes and Bedford. We have multiple workstreams, including Repairs & Maintenance, Voids, Capital Works and Re-Roofing. We're proud to say we're the most recent winners of branch of the year here at Fortem, one of the reasons being our excellent internal progression opportunities due to growth within the contract Duties and Responsibilities Completing Carpentry and basic plumbing repairs work for all social housing properties as per the specification, working in a timely and productive manner with specific turnaround deadlines. Advising Supervisor in a timely manner when other trades are required Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects. Recording and submitting accurate data using relevant business systems electronic devices Affording excellent customer service to client representatives Arranging purchase of materials required to deliver the works in a planned and efficient manner Comply with safeguarding policy and H&S standards at all times Operating within the company's occupational road risk policies and procedures Using a PDA smart phone to correspond daily with colleagues to update progress and completion information for your allocated work What you will need Essential criteria: NVQ/City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent in Carpentry / OR Qualified by experience will be considered Full UK driving license (Max 5 points) No driving bans in the past 5 years Must be able to pass our basic DBS check Desirable but not essential: Social Housing experience Benefits Competitive Annual Salary We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes Eligible for bonus up to 5% per annum 25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total) Pay review every year 26 weeks full pay maternity leave 8 weeks full pay paternity leave Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house Learning Management System' 24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1 Private pension employer contribution 3-6% Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers, Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more Who we are We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers. We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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