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Why join us? In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us Project Controls Reporting Manager We are seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Reporting Manager to lead the reporting function on a large-scale construction project. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful reporting across cost, schedule, risk, and performance metrics to support strategic decision-making and project delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain integrated project controls reporting systems and dashboards. Lead the preparation of weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for senior stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal leadership. Consolidate data from planning, cost control, risk management, and change control teams into coherent, actionable insights. Ensure alignment of reporting formats and KPIs with contractual and organizational requirements. Manage the reporting calendar and ensure timely delivery of all project controls outputs. Support project reviews, audits, and governance forums with high-quality reporting packs. Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, automation, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity and system integration. Your profile Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related field. 8+ years of experience in project controls, with a strong focus on reporting within large infrastructure or construction projects. Proficiency in project controls software (e.g., Primavera P6, Aconex, EcoSys, MS Project). Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, and other data visualization tools. Strong understanding of project lifecycle, cost management, scheduling, and risk principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in joint ventures or complex stakeholder environments is a plus. Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

Why join us? In the 155 years since our foundation, Sir Robert McAlpine has worked on some of the country's most iconic buildings and projects. Our success through the decades has been down to our people - we're a family-owned business with a culture that brings out the best in individuals and teams. Right now, we're excited about continuing our legacy. This is where to achieve more from your career, by proudly building Britain's future heritage with us Project Controls Reporting Manager We are seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Reporting Manager to lead the reporting function on a large-scale construction project. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful reporting across cost, schedule, risk, and performance metrics to support strategic decision-making and project delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain integrated project controls reporting systems and dashboards. Lead the preparation of weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for senior stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal leadership. Consolidate data from planning, cost control, risk management, and change control teams into coherent, actionable insights. Ensure alignment of reporting formats and KPIs with contractual and organizational requirements. Manage the reporting calendar and ensure timely delivery of all project controls outputs. Support project reviews, audits, and governance forums with high-quality reporting packs. Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes, automation, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity and system integration. Your profile Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Controls, or related field. 8+ years of experience in project controls, with a strong focus on reporting within large infrastructure or construction projects. Proficiency in project controls software (e.g., Primavera P6, Aconex, EcoSys, MS Project). Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI, and other data visualization tools. Strong understanding of project lifecycle, cost management, scheduling, and risk principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience working in joint ventures or complex stakeholder environments is a plus. Rewards We're ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. We'd love you to join us in proudly building Britain's future heritage. Apply online now. Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don't meet every single requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Especially if you're part of a group that is under-represented in Construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family-run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.

Senior Estimator - Civil Engineering Salary: 60-70,000 + pkg Location: Kent Regions: Kent, Middlesex, South East A regional Civil Engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to work on a portfolio of civil engineering projects from £10-£50m each. These can include highways, rail, water, power and infrastructure. The successful person will: Be degree qualified and preferably chartered Have a track record of leading the pre-construction team for a civil engineering main contractor Have a track record in successfully estimating, bidding and winning design and build contracts Responsibilities Coordinate and work with the national work winning resource in liaison with the Business Unit Manager and General Manager Maintain contemporary expert knowledge and understanding of the construction market and provide advice and information to the work winning business unit Lead and manage the development of winning proposals in response to bid documents issued by clients Take ownership of the tender process, from bid through to award, including the integration of commercial and quality proposals and ensure the defined company process and procedures are adhered to Agree bid strategy at start up meeting with Senior Management. This may involve working in a Joint Venture or Alliance Partnership Identify internal and external resource requirements, agree availability with Senior Management Maintain effective client (and JV / Partner) liaison including dialogue, clarifications and tender presentations Manage a realistic and up to date bid programme and deliverables register and ensure targets are met by the bid team through discussion and review meetings Undertake technical review of estimating, planning and supply chain proposals, supported by Estimator(s) Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid material with specialist support from the Proposals Manager and Bid Writer Coordinate information for tender settlement in line with requirements of the T66 agenda. Deliver tender settlement presentations to Senior Management. Disseminate actions to the bid team Gather post-submission client feedback and attend meetings. Identify and disseminate learning / best practice to the bid team and Proposals Manager Ensure full and smooth handover of bid stage information to the Operations Team and provide further input and advice as appropriate Develop, manage and maintain a supply chain database to provide full regional capability Contribute to the business market share through developing contacts and effective marketing and assist in PQQ submissions Assist in seeking out work streams which increase profitability and enhance market value Ensure compliance with Company systems and procedures Assist in the recruitment and development of work winning staff Knowledge, skills & experience Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Ability to articulate clearly tender schemes internally with senior management and a range of contributing and support staff making up the bid team Ability to take the lead role in tender communication (queries, responses etc) with the client Confident in making persuasive presentations to clients Strong estimating and bid management skills Excellent resource management skills to ensure all bid deliverables are completed on time for both financial and quality submissions Ability to manage the requirements of several concurrent tenders and potentially work with and manage design teams and Joint Venture / Alliance partners Able to remain calm and work under tight timescales whilst maintaining the required high quality standard of work and good management practices Innovative and forward thinking Well-developed commercial acumen and proven ability to develop and maintain supply chain relationships Ability to find a commercial advantage that provides a competitive tender and increases our margin Ability to link what we can deliver to client centred benefits Good knowledge and understanding of cost planning and estimating requirements In depth understanding of construction forms of contract Understanding of the impact of value engineering, risk and programme on the final tendered price Experience in managing and delivering high quality submission deliverables To be able to understand the tender assessment and marking regime and be able to shape the written response to maximise the quality mark Have a methodical and thorough approach that ensures tenders are compliant, consistent and complete To identify the deliverables early in the tender and ensure contributing bid team fully understands the requirements, standards and timeline of their part Have a collaborative working style Operate at the centre of a tender and be able to manage the best out of people and take a hands-on role as appropriate and when required Person Previous experience should ideally be in civil engineering infrastructure projects ranging in value between £5m and £50m Management of a work winning business unit or bid team(s) Bid management responsibility Tendering through estimating / project management role Construction background, familiar with a range of clients operating in the region and sector Construction related degree Membership of professional body with Chartered status (MICE or equivalent) (Desirable) Experience/training in estimating of civil engineering infrastructure projects IT literate in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning and estimating software Evidence of bid management skills and experience Evidence of estimating skills and experience Construction planning Design co-ordination Bid writing Detailed knowledge of the regional construction market Comprehensive understanding of the principals of construction law Commercially astute and able to gain competitive advantage Team player with collaborative behaviours Ability to manage and develop teams Client facing experience including the delivery of presentations Apply For This Job Name Address Postcode Your Email Attach CV 3 Park Court, Pyrford Road West Byfleet, Surrey KT14 6SD

Principal Consultant - Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance Location: Essex Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and oversee operational delivery across multiple work streams. The role involves managing teams and contractors, ensuring high quality service delivery, maintaining strong financial control, and meeting all contractual and performance requirements. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, improve service outcomes, and ensure all works are completed safely, on time, and to the required standard. Key Responsibilities Provide full managerial leadership across allocated work areas, including supervision of contractors and operational teams. Plan, schedule, and resource all works to ensure delivery within contractual timeframes. Ensure materials, information, and equipment are available to teams ahead of delivery deadlines. Conduct site inspections, investigations, and prepare reports with recommendations for improvement. Maintain high standards of work quality, safety, and customer service at all times. Take overall responsibility for financial performance, ensuring profitability targets are achieved annually. Monitor operational and financial metrics, identifying issues and taking corrective action where necessary. Ensure timely invoicing of completed works and maximise income opportunities. Support continuous improvement and income generation initiatives within designated service areas. Develop and implement Quality Management Procedures to achieve consistent service standards. Ensure all work is undertaken safely and in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice. Maintain strong industrial relations and promote a positive, safe, and compliant working environment. Manage out of hours works when required, including emergency service responses. Lead, mentor, and support staff to ensure performance, behaviour, and conduct meet organisational expectations. Carry out performance appraisals, return to work interviews, attendance monitoring, and formal disciplinary processes where necessary. Provide flexible cover across the contract as needed, including deputising up or down the line. Support staff development and encourage best practice across the team. Build strong working relationships with clients and client representatives to ensure high levels of service delivery. Attend meetings with internal teams, external partners, and resident groups, including occasional out of hours attendance. Ensure the service consistently meets contractual commitments and client expectations. About You Proven experience in managing contracts within construction, maintenance, or related sectors. Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and contractors effectively. Excellent organisational, planning, and problem solving abilities. Financially astute with strong commercial awareness. Committed to high quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Senior Surveyor (Temporary) Location: Essex (just off the M11) Salary: £450 per day (umbrella) Contract: 6 12 months We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Surveyor to lead and manage surveying projects from conception to completion. The successful candidate will ensure accurate, timely, and budget conscious delivery while maintaining compliance with industry and legal standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and execute a variety of surveying projects, overseeing all stages from planning to delivery. Conduct detailed land, boundary, topographical, and construction surveys using advanced equipment and software. Prepare accurate survey reports, drawings, and maps that meet client and regulatory requirements. Liaise with clients to understand project needs, provide expert advice, and deliver high quality outcomes. Supervise, mentor, and train junior surveyors, promoting best practices and professional development. Ensure all surveying activities comply with legal, safety, and quality standards. Property Surveyor (Fixed hour) Location: Essex Salary: £36.00 per hour Carry out pre inspections, building and stock condition surveys to identify defects and future investment requirements, preparing detailed reports, specifications and cost estimates. Ensure all planned, cyclical and responsive repair works are valid, provide value for money, and complete within budget, maintaining contract administration best practice. Conduct post inspections of completed works to ensure quality, compliance with the Schedule of Rates, and statutory compliance, driving performance to achieve KPI targets. Assist delivery of internal policies, procedures and agreements, continuously improving service to achieve value for money and resident satisfaction. Follow client Health and Safety policies and procedures, undertaking specific roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider as required. Major Works Project Manager - Building Safety (Consultancy) Location: South London Salary: £500 per day (Inside IR35) Manage the implementation and delivery of FRA actions from Type 4 risk assessments. Oversee contractor management for Building safety remedial projects on Major Works programmes. Manage a budget of £34 million and cover high rise, high risk buildings. Hold MCIOB or MRICS qualification and understand Building Safety Act, Golden Thread and Gateway Process. Development Manager (Estates) Location: Essex Salary: £500 £600 per day (umbrella) Contract: 3 6 months Manage design and development stages for major refurbishment and new build schemes to improve affordable housing supply. Collaborate with the Development Commissioning Officer on bidding opportunities for regeneration and housing investment schemes. Provide technical interpretation relative to building fabric, infrastructure, defects, significant repairs, replacements and upgrades to inform strategic investment decisions. Lead project delivery, ensuring quality, budget and timeline expectations are met. Act as estates lead officer, collaborating with internal teams and providing progress reports to the Asset Review Board. Key Responsibilities (Development Manager) Work collaboratively with Development and Regeneration teams, Housing Services and Corporate Estates to deliver priority housing projects. Oversee planning, execution and completion of building and development projects, acting as an informed client to manage external consultants from RIBA Stages 1 6, with Housing team input at Stage 7. Assist with defining project scope and objectives alongside key partners and stakeholders, supporting feasibility and briefing stages. Build and maintain strong professional relationships with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and development partners. Ensure all projects comply with relevant legislation, health and safety requirements and best practice standards. Manage key housing investment schemes, maintaining day to day relationships with regeneration and affordable housing providers. Support the Assistant Director of Estates in service delivery, governance and achieving key objectives. Lead engagement with developers from project initiation through to project closure, ensuring successful outcomes. Key Skills & Experience Required (Development Manager) Experience delivering large scale property, reinvestment and building compliance programmes. Strong understanding of planning and building control processes. Knowledge of CDM 2015 regulations and construction related issues including contract forms. Skilled negotiator with understanding of construction and contract law. Proven experience delivering construction, housing and regeneration projects. Strong financial awareness and ability to manage and report on budgets.

The range and quality of our clients in our Region are second to none and so are the range and quality of our current career opportunities; we trust that you find one or more to stimulate your interest and please do feel free to get in touch. Salary: £60k - 70k per year + pension & benefits Elevation Recruitment Group are working with a specialist manufacturer to recruit a Structural Engineer to join their Sheffield facility. My client provides the construction industry with innovative and sustainable products and solutions. Their mission is to create a greener, more carbon efficient future for construction, driving positive environmental impact without compromising on quality and performance in the race to Net Zero. You will join a team of forward thinking engineers who are working to develop ground breaking products that push the boundaries of what's possible in the construction sector. They understand that sustainability is not an option but a responsibility, and it is deeply ingrained in every aspect of their operations. From concept to creation, they employ environmentally conscious practices, ensuring that their products meet the highest performance standards whilst minimising their carbon footprint. They embrace innovation as the key to staying ahead. Their focus on research and development allows them to continuously improve and deliver solutions that meet the dynamic demands of the construction industry. With their dedication to excellence, they strive to empower their customers with products that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and positively impact the environment. Together, you can build a better tomorrow using the products we develop today. We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer who will be responsible for designing a range of steel and concrete solutions and be technically responsible for strengthening technology innovation, development and validation for a range of applications. Duties and responsibilities for the Structural Engineer will include: Acting as technical lead on projects large and small Liaising with and leading other members of the design team to achieve a coordinated design solution that meets the Clients objectives Undertaking analysis and design using a range of software packages and from first principles Ensuring that quality and consistency of technical output (drawings, reports etc.) are maintained Preparing high quality technical reports and calculations to support internal and external sign off Liaise and work with the internal team of other mechanical/structural engineers and contract/business managers, and external parties such as experimental testing facilities and Universities. Developing own knowledge and ability. Continuous improvement activities to support business growth Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to continuously improve design practices and enhance construction efficiency Keeping senior management up to date on project status and progress To be successful in this role, we would be keen to speak with Structural Engineers with the following: Ideally a Chartered Structural Engineer with ICE or IStructE, or at least have a live application MEng degree (or BEng and Masters) in Civil/Structural engineering Proficient in the use of 3D CAD systems (Siemens NX, Autodesk Suite or similar) Significant experience with re enforced concrete A high degree of initiative and strong problem solving capability Demonstrable practical manufacturing or assembly experience. The ability to work independently and contribute effectively as a member of a high performance team Attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously Apply now or to discuss this Structural Engineer role, contact Steve Barnett or Jack Heffren.

Our client are looking to strengthen their Construction team with a Senior Site Manager on a new green field construction project based in Evesham, Worcestershire. The project has a heavy civils bias, with elements of ground stabilisation, piling and some significant retaining walls. There will be opportunity to lead part of the self-delivery team, as well as manage key subcontractors on site. You will report directly to the Senior Construction Manager and your role will cover leading and directing the site team to coordinate the safe management of all operational activities on all projects ensuring HSQE, programme and budget requirements are met. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure all works are undertaken with due regard to the needs of the local population within the immediate vicinity of the works and the travelling public as a whole Manage, supervise and mentor the site team as appropriate Adopt, maintain and promote cost conscious management through efficient use of all resources Ensure realistic scheme programmes are prepared, reviewed and updated Ensure method statements and risk assessments are prepared, reviewed, briefed and updated Attend all training associated with Site management duties including appointed person, temporary works etc as required Qualifications Recognised Civil Engineering/Site Management Qualifications Health, Safety and Environmental Management (IOSH or Construction Managers Safety Certificate) First Aid at Work Experience in the Water/Waste Water Treatment Industry is essential As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

A leading construction company is seeking a Construction Manager to ensure that operations are managed effectively to deliver defect-free homes on time and within cost constraints. Responsible for overseeing site planning and quality control, you will coordinate with various departments, assist in health and safety compliance, and manage customer care post-occupancy. The role requires a detailed understanding of building and construction along with relevant qualifications such as NVQ L6 in Site Management and effective budgeting skills.

Job Summary To ensure that the construction operation is managed in order to deliver, build on time, defect free homes, within cost parameters, safely and to our customer satisfaction. Pre Planning Assist Production Director in creating site programme Design roads, sewers, and enabling works programme Evaluate and provide accurate information to relevant departments Coordinate plant, equipment, and personnel requirements Develop specific build programme for show area complex Monitoring and Reporting Complete weekly management reports on progress Monitor and update site build programme with Production Director Health and Safety Assist in producing and updating health and safety plan Conduct site safety induction for new personnel Ensure compliance with regulations and procedures Complete statutory safety forms weekly Conduct frequent safety inspections Ensure method statements and risk assessments are followed Secure site boundaries and facilities daily Monitor subcontractors' safety documentation Planning Monitor and update master plan weekly Develop trade-specific weekly programmes Coordinate material deliveries with materials controller Primary Responsibilities Quality Control Establish and manage quality standards Issue defect sheets and ensure compliance Conduct property inspections for quality assurance Site Presentation Implement Company franchise rules for site appearance Control of Waste Ensure waste disposal compliance Monitor waste separation by subcontractors Hold weekly meetings with Sales Executive Coordinate customer options and variations Manage Show Home maintenance weekly Site Inspections Plan and arrange stage inspections Accompany inspectors during visits Customer Care Assist with customer familiarisation visits Ensure defect-free homes at legal completion Address customer concerns post-occupancy Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements Detailed building and construction experience NVQ Residential Construction Site Management L6 Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation Cost controls (working to site budgets) CSCS card - Site Management First Aid What we offer at Taylor Wimpey At Taylor Wimpey, we are committed to enabling you to make a home with us. Our work is not just about building homes; it's about doing work that matters, making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the communities we serve. We enjoy many benefits as standard, including excellent retail discounts, company funded life insurance and private healthcare, and access to a quality pension scheme with company contributions. We also offer our discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing scheme and share plans, as well as the opportunity to tailor your benefit package to suit your needs with options such as buying extra annual leave or adding dependants to your benefit cover. Our total reward offer works perfectly with our culture, we are a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home. We create a home to your future by providing opportunities for growth and development. We offer industry leading professional training and development, which supports you to unlock your potential and fulfil your career and personal goals in a variety of opportunities and environments. We look to develop our people in the skills and areas they are most interested in, leveraging your qualities and appreciating your unique competencies, skills and expertise that, when we come together, make this a great place to work. If you want to do work that matters and build a career that lasts, make a home at Taylor Wimpey. Inclusivity Statement As a proud Disability Confident Employer, Taylor Wimpey is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us during the application process that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team. Please inform your line manager if you wish to apply for this role.

Job Title: Contracts Manager Location: Romford Salary: To be confirmed Either Permanent or Contract Contract Type: PAYE Project Duration: 6-8 months Sector: Commercial / Residential Recruiting Timescales: ASAP Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee the Contract Service & Aftercare Division. This senior-level role involves strategic leadership, operational management, and business growth . The successful candidate will manage personnel, maintain and develop client relationships, and drive the overall performance and profitability of the department. This is a pivotal position for a professional capable of leading a team, expanding departmental services, and ensuring operational excellence across all aspects of service delivery. Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the department, including internal teams, field technicians, and subcontractors. Lead the Aftercare and Contract Services division, ensuring service delivery meets company and client standards. Act as the primary point of contact for client escalations and ensure timely resolution of issues. Recruit, train, and retain company staff and team members; promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance. Allocate work efficiently and ensure accountability across the department. Monitor department performance, implement measurable goals, and drive growth. Review and implement operational systems, procedures, and software solutions to maximize efficiency and client satisfaction. Own profit and loss for the department, reporting operational and commercial performance to the Prime Directors. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring ongoing client retention and growth opportunities. Lead site scoping, surveying, and costing for both existing and new client opportunities. Ensure compliance with company standards, contractual requirements, and Health & Safety regulations. Host regular team meetings, providing clear communication and fostering a real team environment. Oversee training programs and ensure correct methods and compliance across the team. Produce and review monthly client reports, KPI assessments, operational updates, and cost reports in conjunction with the Commercial team. Monitor departmental performance against internal metrics and client KPIs/SLA s and implement strategies to ensure compliance. Engage directly with client stakeholders to strengthen relationships and increase business opportunities. Perform any other tasks or duties as reasonably required in line with the position s responsibilities. Requirements Proven experience in contract management, service delivery, or aftercare management , ideally within a commercial or facilities environment. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage large teams and multiple functions. Track record of growing departments or service offerings and delivering measurable operational improvements. Strong commercial acumen with experience owning departmental P&L. Excellent client management, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to implement and maintain efficient operational processes and systems. Strong analytical skills to assess performance, KPIs, and reporting. Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements. Proven ability to recruit, retain, and develop high-performing teams. Non-Negotiables Must be able to operate on PAYE only (No LTD) . Experience managing service and aftercare divisions at a senior level . Strong operational and commercial leadership experience. Proven record of maintaining and growing client relationships .

The Client and Project Info: My client is a leading M&E Contractor who are currently recruiting a Mechanical Project Manager to oversee a mixed-use programme in Oxford, covering both residential and commercial sites. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor delivering high-quality mechanical packages across multiple phases. Mechanical Project Manager Responsibilities: Reporting to and working closely with the Senior Project Manager and Operations Team. Managing the mechanical delivery across mixed residential and commercial schemes. Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners. Overseeing mechanical installation, commissioning, and quality assurance. Managing project timelines, budgets, and cost control measures. Liaising with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project progress. Chairing progress meetings and producing regular project reports. Ensuring all works are carried out in line with health & safety and company standards. Mechanical Project Manager Requirements: Proven experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within M&E contracting. Experience working on mixed-use, residential, or commercial projects. Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple workstreams across varying site environments. Relevant mechanical qualifications or trade background preferred. The Next Steps: To apply for the Mechanical Project Manager role, click the apply now button below and submit your CV. For further information, feel free to get in touch.

Senior Estimator Kent Construction / FF&E Salary: £38- 50k Great Employer with Flexible/Hybrid Working Options Our client is a manufacturer of bespoke furniture for commercial settings with projects of up £2m. As part of their growth, and success, they are working with us here at Better People to source a talented and dynamic client focussed Senior Estimator. This is a pivotal role within the business and will directly influence success on major projects. We are looking for an individual who brings both technical competence and strategic commercial thinking, someone who wants to be part of the securing of new business for the organisation. The Opportunity As Senior Estimator, you will take full ownership of tendering activities across multiple high-value FF&E and specialist joinery packages. You will be instrumental in shaping competitive bids, managing commercial risk, and strengthening our reputation within the construction supply chain. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Commercial Director, Contracts Manager, and key supply partners to produce market-leading tenders that are commercially competitive, technically robust, and aligned with programme demands. You will be speaking to clients, suppliers and contractors building relationships, negotiating rates, understanding and refining requirements and creating collaboration opportunities Key Responsibilities Lead their full tender process for projects between £100k and £2m, ensuring timely, accurate, and commercially viable submissions. Interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, and ITTs, delivering clear and comprehensive cost plans. Manage client expectations with professionalism, seeking clarifications, coordinating queries, and ensuring alignment between design intent and scope. Source, negotiate, and secure improved pricing from suppliers and subcontractors to produce the most competitive offer. Develop value-engineering options without compromising compliance or performance. Prepare detailed breakdowns, tender summaries, exclusions, and qualifications. Work collaboratively with internal departments Support, mentor, and guide junior estimators as needed. About You We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and experienced individual who thrives in a fast-paced estimating environment. Ideal Candidates will have/be: A minimum of 3 years estimating experience within the construction, joinery, FF&E, or fit-out sectors. A technical understanding of construction processes, joinery, materials, labour, and procurement. Demonstrable experience delivering tenders in the range of £100k £2m. Proven ability to analyse risk, challenge assumptions, and make commercially confident decisions. Advanced competency in Excel and estimating software. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with ability to build strong internal, client supplier and contractor relationships Desirable: Experience in healthcare, education, mental health, or specialist furniture environments. Experience negotiating supplier terms and building strong commercial partnerships. What We Offer A senior role with influence and visibility across the business. The opportunity to help shape our estimating strategy during a significant growth period. A supportive team environment and strong leadership backing. Competitive salary with some benefits. Opportunities for career development within the wider group. If you think this sounds like you, please apply today and we will call you to discuss it and hear all about you! Better People Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. If you do not hear from one of our consultants within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying you will register as a candidate with Better People Ltd. Our Privacy Policy on our website explains how we will use your information. Our clients are only able to offer employment to candidates who are fully eligible to work in the UK and cannot offer work visas/sponsorship etc.

Overview Our client are looking to strengthen their Construction team with a Site Manager. You will report directly to the Senior Site Manager and your role will cover leading and directing the site team to coordinate the safe management of all operational activities on all projects ensuring HSQE, programme and budget requirements are met. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure all works are undertaken with due regard to the needs of the local population within the immediate vicinity of the works and the travelling public as a whole Manage, supervise and mentor the site team as appropriate Adopt, maintain and promote cost conscious management through efficient use of all resources Ensure realistic scheme programmes are prepared, reviewed and updated Ensure method statements and risk assessments are prepared, reviewed, briefed and updated Ensure all "as constructed" records are provided to the CDMC for inclusion within the Health and Safety File in a timely manner following scheme completion Attend all training associated with Site management duties including appointed person, temporary works etc as required First Aid SMSTS Experience in the Water/Waste Water Treatment Industry Temporary works coordinator Lifting Appointed person EUSR SHEA Water Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Site Managers looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included. Sector: Commercial, Admin & Office Support There is nothing negative about the service that we've received from First. They have produced positive feedback and placed a diverse range of skills from PAs to Engineers, which shows they have the core skills, intelligence, and initiative that make them great recruiters and preferred partners.