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My client are a small to mid sized friendly build contractor based in the market town of Wimborne Minster. Due to a number of projects starting this year and a busy tender book within new builds and refurbishments they are seeking an energetic Estimator to help the small friendly team price projects from initial conception. Duties; To carry out estimates / tender submissions to all enquiries and produce competitively priced tenders taking account of properly researched costs and contingencies. Ensuring quotes are turned around in a timely fashion and we meet all promised return dates. Manage visits to survey works requirements on site. Carry out a Tender Adjudication with at least one director before any tender is submitted. Estimating; Work alongside the Lead Estimator to ensure a complete tender return. Process enquiries from £150,000 to over £3 million and ensure these are returned on time and at the right price. Visits potential clients, survey work and produce priced schedules so that clear concise documents are available once we win the work. Obtain prices from suppliers and sub-contractors. Sales and Marketing; Support the company in generating new business. Work with contracts managers and Directors to ensure steady flow of work requiring pricing. Chase up and monitor leads. Assist in bid management on targeted projects. Generate new business through existing contacts and through generating new leads. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package working with one of the more established build contractors in Dorset.

The Company: Comprehensive customer service We aim to advise not only from a construction perspective but also from a development management perspective. Our management team’s experience and knowledge can help shape commercial models for developments from unlocking opportunities to quickly commencing the build phase right through to sales and marketing strategies. Digital technology and innovation Using digital technology we are able to work more sustainably and to seek efficiencies for our customers. Using reporting and monitoring software such as Field View real time understanding of the progress and site conditions can be disseminated quickly and efficiently between the client, team and subcontractors. This approach enables our team, supply chain and customers to be fully informed while providing a safer, quality assured project. Value and cost efficiency We adopt an intensive commercial approach to the design process. In particular we rigorously investigate value engineering options, the benefits of which we can offer to our clients and stakeholders while still maintaining the serviceability, quality and functionality required by the end user. Company structure and size We have the resources and capability to deliver projects up to £35million in value whilst maintaining a team effort ethos, where employees feel valued for their ownership of their roles within projects. The Role: The Assistant QS will report directly to the Commercial Director and will provide advice, assistance and reports on all commercial aspect as required by the tasks in relation to all of the past, current and future projects as required. The role includes offering support to the Commercial Department to enable Verogen to deliver projects on time and most importantly within budget. The Assistant QS will also help the Commercial Director to develop processes and procedures to create a robust standard for the financial control of the company. Key Responsibilities: - Assisting with Cost Plans and estimating for new developments on both the Subcontract and Main Contracting functions of the business - Working on the Active Takeoff system to quantify projects - Produce and send enquiries to subcontractors inviting them to tender and engagement with the supply chain - Receive and analyse quotations, liaising with Contracts Managers and Site Agents regarding price, proven history, availability etc. - Prepare Tender recommendations following completion of the above - Sending out enquiries, creating comparison documents and placing of orders for Materials - Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors in a timely manner - Produce and process formal subcontract documents and certify interim and final payments and final subcontract account - Evaluate, discuss and raise any Variation orders as required for additional works - Prepare quotations for Client variations and monitor from submission to approval - Assist management in efficiently dealing with any potential contractual claims - Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts e.g. interim/final applications for payment/final accounts/payments for late monies etc. liaising where necessary with the relevant people - Produce relevant monthly reports for the Commercial Director e.g. cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts etc. ensuring information is complete and accurate - Assist with producing cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes - Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with Clients, subcontractors or internal meetings as required. - Provide advice and support to the site team in order to optimise the use of contract resources - Give feedback to Estimators and Contracts Managers with regard to contract pricing, projected profit/loss, pricing omissions etc. - Take ownership of projects, with assistance from a QS or Commercial Director, including placing of orders, monitoring costs, dealing direct with the client on variations and taking the project to final account. - Work closely with the project team and senior commercial staff to achieve or exceed budgeted targets for your project

The Company: Comprehensive customer service We aim to advise not only from a construction perspective but also from a development management perspective. Our management team’s experience and knowledge can help shape commercial models for developments from unlocking opportunities to quickly commencing the build phase right through to sales and marketing strategies. Digital technology and innovation Using digital technology we are able to work more sustainably and to seek efficiencies for our customers. Using reporting and monitoring software such as Field View real time understanding of the progress and site conditions can be disseminated quickly and efficiently between the client, team and subcontractors. This approach enables our team, supply chain and customers to be fully informed while providing a safer, quality assured project. Value and cost efficiency We adopt an intensive commercial approach to the design process. In particular we rigorously investigate value engineering options, the benefits of which we can offer to our clients and stakeholders while still maintaining the serviceability, quality and functionality required by the end user. Company structure and size We have the resources and capability to deliver projects up to £35million in value whilst maintaining a team effort ethos, where employees feel valued for their ownership of their roles within projects. The Role: The Assistant QS will report directly to the Commercial Director and will provide advice, assistance and reports on all commercial aspect as required by the tasks in relation to all of the past, current and future projects as required. The role includes offering support to the Commercial Department to enable Verogen to deliver projects on time and most importantly within budget. The Assistant QS will also help the Commercial Director to develop processes and procedures to create a robust standard for the financial control of the company. Key Responsibilities: - Assisting with Cost Plans and estimating for new developments on both the Subcontract and Main Contracting functions of the business - Working on the Active Takeoff system to quantify projects - Produce and send enquiries to subcontractors inviting them to tender and engagement with the supply chain - Receive and analyse quotations, liaising with Contracts Managers and Site Agents regarding price, proven history, availability etc. - Prepare Tender recommendations following completion of the above - Sending out enquiries, creating comparison documents and placing of orders for Materials - Notify in writing both successful and unsuccessful subcontractors in a timely manner - Produce and process formal subcontract documents and certify interim and final payments and final subcontract account - Evaluate, discuss and raise any Variation orders as required for additional works - Prepare quotations for Client variations and monitor from submission to approval - Assist management in efficiently dealing with any potential contractual claims - Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts e.g. interim/final applications for payment/final accounts/payments for late monies etc. liaising where necessary with the relevant people - Produce relevant monthly reports for the Commercial Director e.g. cost and value comparisons, turnover forecasts etc. ensuring information is complete and accurate - Assist with producing cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes - Contribute to and attend financial and progress meetings with Clients, subcontractors or internal meetings as required. - Provide advice and support to the site team in order to optimise the use of contract resources - Give feedback to Estimators and Contracts Managers with regard to contract pricing, projected profit/loss, pricing omissions etc. - Take ownership of projects, with assistance from a QS or Commercial Director, including placing of orders, monitoring costs, dealing direct with the client on variations and taking the project to final account. - Work closely with the project team and senior commercial staff to achieve or exceed budgeted targets for your project

Our client are a recognised 5 star housebuilder, and have been awarded twelve years in a row for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because they combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. With a watching brief on choice of material, cost, customer satisfaction and sales, and other critical issues, our Commercial team – which comprises Estimators, Quantity Surveyors and Material Buyers - has one objective: to deliver best quality homes, at the best possible cost. Their work is fundamental to our continued viability as a business and presents a fast-moving challenge that will exercise your creativity and commercial flair to the full. You will be expected to: * Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures * Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required * Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practice and NHBC requirements * Ensure that subordinates receive the required training and mentorship for them to learn and thrive in their responsibilities * Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation * Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities on large Sites, including those in excess of 200 units * Contribute to the conceptual designs/options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted values * Compile Site Start budget, liaising with all Departments to ensure document is completed on time to allow the construction to commence, and Sales to start marketing * Lead the value engineering, including updating Group and Regional site review documents, to ensure we achieve best value * Maintain budget control throughout development; and manage cost overruns within contingency levels * Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development * Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems available * Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials, using Group Procedures * Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval * Process Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and Group payment system (COINS) in line with Group policy and procedures * Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respective allowances * Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ * Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivity * Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes * Complete any other duties as required by the Managing Surveyor/Commercial Manager To be successful in the role, we are looking for: Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card Proven track record in similar role or at the level of Quantity Surveyor Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates Must be able to control cost to complete on all trades and on all provisions to ensure live cost certainly Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. project management/payment and valuation software Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment Able to contribute towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc Team player, and supportive of colleagues They can offer: * Competitive Salary * Competitive Bonus Scheme * Company Car or Cash Allowance * Annual Medical Health Assessment * 25 days holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years continuous service up to 28 days) * Choice of Flexible Benefits * Enhanced Family Friendly Policies Please contact Danny @ Cityscape (phone number removed)

Our client are a recognised 5 star housebuilder, and have been awarded twelve years in a row for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because they combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. With a watching brief on choice of material, cost, customer satisfaction and sales, and other critical issues, our Commercial team – which comprises Estimators, Quantity Surveyors and Material Buyers - has one objective: to deliver best quality homes, at the best possible cost. Their work is fundamental to our continued viability as a business and presents a fast-moving challenge that will exercise your creativity and commercial flair to the full. Reporting to the Buying Manager, you will manage an efficient materials purchasing process on multiple sites. You will be expected to: * Schedule and place material and plant orders with Group National Suppliers where appropriate or general suppliers, optimising cost and quality * Attend internal pre-start meetings and team meetings * Check Architects/Engineers drawings for discrepancies and compliance with the required material specification. Thereafter resolving any queries with the relevant consultants/Technical department * Ensure correct specifications are being used * Produce material cost schedules and budgets with cost codes for new sites and as required, to review material cost codes to ensure budgets are not exceeded * Produce schedules for material enquiries, sending to suppliers for costing and assessing quotations and supplier’s schedules to ensure they are correct * Project and report material cost increases as they arise * Provide site material accruals on a monthly basis * Compile quarterly material valuations for presentation to the Surveyor to be incorporated in the respective valuation meetings * Resolve invoice queries with the Accounts department * Carry out material on site checks and produce reports as required * Attend site weekly to ensure there are no problems with supplies/materials * Raise office and Sales and Marketing orders Requirements: * Qualified to NVQ Level 4 or higher with a valid CSCS card * Numerate with attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets * Methodical, conscientious and organised * Works to deliver high standards * Strong IT skills, including working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment * Able to work on own initiative * Good communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally * Professional and pleasant manner in dealing with internal and external customers * Excellent telephone skills In return they can offer: * Competitive Salary * Competitive Bonus Scheme * Company Car or Car Allowance * Annual Medical Health Assessment * 25 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 28 days) * Choice of Flexible Benefits * Enhanced Family Friendly Policies Please contact Danny @ Cityscape (phone number removed)

Vistry Partnerships - Our Story: Delivering homes and revitalising communities is at the heart of what we do. Working with local authorities, housing associations and investors, we create lasting partnerships and deliver vibrant, sustainable places to live. As a leading regeneration specialist, we have offices throughout England and a strong national footprint. With over 100 sites currently in production, we are recognised as an innovative and collaborative industry leader, focused on creating as many new homes of all tenures as possible. In a Nutshell: As our Development Manager you will be reporting into the Senior Development Manager. You will manage development from brief preparation through to planning approval, development of concept through the detailed design process, bringing the development to the market, delivery and handover of project in consultation with procurement and construction departments What we would like from you: Key Responsibilities - Lead the internal project team to ensure project can be delivered effectively in alignment with business unit objectives. Develop, maintain, monitor and report against, accurate and detailed development appraisals and development cost plan, programmes and budgets against design development. Coordination of Development Agreement administration with project delivery team Identify suitable candidates, shortlist, and in liaison with Planning Manager and Technical Manager coordinate competitive procurement and appointment of external consultants for pre-development and planning. Ensure the design of the development is progressively reviewed by internal design team at appropriate stages and final authorisation from Head of Technical. Working with the Development Estimator, ensure costs and risks are accurately monitored and reported through development process. Monitor financial planning of development with Finance/Commercial Manager. Working with the Technical Manager, identify and monitor site and technical constraints and in consultation with external consultant team resolve within robust and viable technical strategy. Working with the Planning Manager, identify and monitor Town Planning risks and opportunities with JV partners and consultants. Consult with Sales and Marketing Manager to review sales and marketing strategy, tenant requirements, residential sales options. Co-ordinate project report for review on monthly basis. This report should encapsulate all relevant information from respective functions, Land, Planning, Technical, and Sales and Marketing. Monitor Project during detailed design, procurement and construction phases to maintain aspirations and delivery in line with programme. Ensure commercial tenants' requirements are met and the interfaces are managed properly. Detailed understanding of CDM duties for Client, Principal Designer and Designers. You will also cover various responsibilities to do with Land, Scheme Appraisals, Design and Planning, Technical and Project Delivery.Competencies - Degree in Development / Construction related discipline or other qualifications/experience to demonstrate an equivalent level of skill 5 years experience in development management role Experience in planning and delivery of 100+ unit / high density projects Estate regeneration working with a range of stakeholders Demonstrable project management skills Leading a project team of internal and external members Working flexibly and autonomously, whilst maintaining business objectives Communication skills, written and verbal, for a wide range of stakeholdersThe Good Stuff: Vistry Partnerships is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us. Some of our key benefits include… Competitive salary and package 28 days holiday plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Private Healthcare Sharesave scheme Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant) Support with a professional membershipVistry Group brings together the energy and talents of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships (formerly Galliford Try Partnerships). With developments from Northumberland to Cornwall and Cheshire to Norfolk, Vistry Group will be delivering around 12,000 homes a year across the country, this makes us one of the top five housebuilders in the UK. We are a real powerhouse of a business with a focus on delivering for our people, our customers, our clients, our contractors and our shareholders

My client is looking for a self-motivated, proactive business development manager to develop new income streams for roofing works for domestic and small local businesses. They must be able to work unsupervised, have face to face meetings with potential clients and deliver presentations and negotiate and close sales. They will be required to attend events/seminars and networking events and use social media to develop the brand and new opportunities. The successful candidate will be supported by the office and production team. Knowledge of construction/roofing work is essential. The Role To identify sales leads primarily within local commercial, retail and private domestic sectors To provide estimates for roofing works To follow up new business opportunities and attend meetings as required Planning, preparing and delivering presentations To be first point of contact for the Client To be responsible from the point of enquiry through to delivery of quotation, liaise with the estimating department and meet deadlines To liaise with the contracts administrator and production team to ensure Client expectations are achieved To providing management with feedback and reports Overseeing the development of marketing literature and effective use of social media for both advertising and sales results Implementation of marketing plans To achieve agreed sales targets and profit margins Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status. Skills Demonstrate proven ability to positively negotiate with customers Excellent negotiation and sales skills to develop new business and to undertake a range of sales activities for the company Effective use of interpersonal skills Ability to develop and manage positive and productive internal and external relationships including remotely Excellent written and verbal communication skills presenting information logically and concisely in ways that promote understanding Excellent IT skills. Competent in Microsoft Office Ability to prioritise, plan and organise day to day activities ensuring efficient and effective performance A good knowledge of health and safety The Person Proven ability in effectively identifying and targeting new customers Proven ability in securing sales via new customers Effective problem solving techniques Excellent customer service skills Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines Flexibility in working hours Is committed to continuous self-development The ability to use initiative but also work as a team Committed to high standards of quality and seek to continually improve approaches

Assistant estimator is required to join a high end fit out specialist based in the heart off the city. You will be working alongside the sales director and estimator to assist in work winning. As part of the commercial team you will be responsible for the final preparation of all prelims and attendances, manage all incoming enquiries, arrange performance reviews of commercial staff and prepare all variations and breakdowns. As part of the role you will also review and update current estimating systems and develop the current CRM system. Essential software skills include Excel and MS office and the ability to understand ERP and CRM systems is also key. If you are keen on working with family run and rapidly growing business within a niche market then please get in touch If you are interested in this role please contact myself for further information on (phone number removed). If you are seeking a career move but this position is not right for you, please browse the other vacancies on our website. We are specialists in Bids/Business Development and Marketing Recruitment and have a range of posts available. We also welcome speculative applications

Construction Estimator - Bath - Up to £45,000 per annum An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Commercial Department for an Estimator / Surveyor. The role will involve dealing with medium size construction projects from the initial estimating stage through to site delivery and final completion & financial settlement of general construction projects with a value ranging from £250K - £2M You will be working in a small team reporting to the Commercial Director and be based at our main office in Bath. Requirements of the Construction Estimator/Surveyor * Taking off drawings and site surveys to formulate tender bills * Capable of first principles estimating will be an advantage * Operation of computerised schedules & estimating software * Generation of materials & sub-contract enquires * Collating prices and formulising tender bid with Commercial Director * Placing sub-contractor & supplier orders * Commercial awareness & risk management * Working with the project delivery team to establish cost effective solutions * Pricing of variations & interim valuations * Generation of final accounts with Clients & sub-contractors * Assisting the Commercial Director on larger contracts Responsibilities of the Construction Estimator/Surveyor · Meeting customers to assess requirements · Liaison with suppliers, sub-contractors etc to produce accurate and competitive quotes/tenders · Hands on management of team(s) on site(s) to ensure projects are completed safely, to spec, on time and to budget Benefits of the Construction Estimator/Surveyor * PAYE full time employment role * Company Pension * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) To apply, please email CV with covering letter to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed)/(phone number removed) The first stage of the application process is to apply online. If you would like any more information about this vacancy before applying, or would like progress on your application at any stage, please feel free to call or email our Construction team. Regional Recruitment Services Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency and Employment Business that specialise in Customer Services & Administration, Sales & Marketing, IT & Tech Support, Accountancy & Finance, Supply Chain & Logistics, Engineering & Manufacturing and Trades & Labour. You can view all of our live vacancies by visiting our website. Please be aware that if unsuccessful, we will retain your CV on file and will endeavour to find you a suitable position unless notified of otherwise