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Our long-established Bristol painting team continues to flourish and we are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor. Honesty, integrity, and teamwork will be at the heart of what you do; we seek someone to share in this ethos. This opportunity offers us the chance to welcome a driven, people focused and entrepreneurial Quantity Surveyor to join our long reigning and supportive commercial and operational team, who specialise in painting and decorating and associated planned refurbishment works in the Bristol and local Southwest areas. As we continuously look to sustainable growth locally and business wide, here at Ian Williams we offer our people the chance to be a part of our prosperous and financially secure long-term future that is full of potential and opportunity. Our success brings you security. At Ian Williams, we value our employees and offer an exceptional benefits package: Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Private mileage scheme and a fuel card Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% OR a savings scheme. Life, Medical and Permanent Health Insurance Annual leave, but you may want longer or less, so buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year. Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. Annual pay reviews Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay. Training and development opportunities Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family, and Specsavers vouchers The Quantity Surveyor role: As a Quantity Surveyor in Bristol, you will actively tender, estimate and measure onsite. We can offer a variety of works including established frameworks and core contracts with prestigious housing clients within the public, and residential sector as well as our property services covering defence, commercial and education sectors too. Specifically, you will: Measure and prepare cost estimates for contracts and tenders, highlighting any commercial risks and mitigation for these. Prepare cost value reconciliations for contracts, identifying commercial risks and opportunities to ensure correct contract planning from the outset. Work closely with the Contracts Manager to ensure productivity labour targets are agreed and issued before contract start, including direct labour incentives where possible. Build strong client, supplier, and subcontractor relations, to ensure any variations and progress of contracts are discussed and mutual, commercially viable solutions are sought, always. Complete and analyse weekly reporting from site, ensuring it has adequate cost information (including labour rates and performance expectations, budgets, value, progress, quality, and safety) What will you bring as Quantity Surveyor? You will be inquisitive, organised, and honest as well as being a genuine 'people person' who thrives when collaborating with clients, trade teams and immediate colleagues (commercial and operational). You will enjoy being part of a genuine team environment. Proven experience in a similar surveying role. Experience of the commercial ownership of projects and contracts from tender and estimation stages through to final account. Experience of working for a painting or refurbishment contractor would be very advantageous. Experience of successfully managing commercially, a total value of works up to £2 million annually. Schedule of Rates (SORs) experience. Entrepreneurial spirit, with a key eye for identifying business opportunities, and areas for negotiation and better gains. You will describe yourself as commercial, analytical, and accurate in your approach. For information on all other additional benefits we do, to enhance your work/life balance please visit our website. About Ian Williams Ltd Discover more about us by reviewing our website, and also through our social media platforms, along with LinkedIn, Indeed and Glassdoor. The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal records check. As an organisation assessing applicants' suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), we comply fully with the and undertake to treat all applicants for positions fairly. Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams-it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different. We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date. Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants' details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website. We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies; therefore, we politely request no agencies engage with us in regard to this position.

Resident Liaison Officer Newport Start ASAP Temp maternity cover - weekly pay 40hrs per week Must have full driving licence and access to car The Company: Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Social housing contractor , who are looking for a Resident Liaison Officer based in the Newport area. 4 days in the office/ on site 1 day working from home available. Day to Day: Liaising with tenants who are having planned works carried out in their properties Assisting the Contracts Manager with tasks, administrative and customer service Processing paperwork relevant to the contract Visiting tenants in their homes, liaising with trades for updates on work Requirements (Skills & Qualifications): Excellent customer service experience Experience of working in Social housing is essential Driving licence essential Benefits: Mileage claimable Holiday pay and pension accrued Please apply or Kirsty Rutlidge at Build Recruitment for further details (phone number removed). We ll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We ll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Landscape Construction Manager - 7+ years hands-on experience in landscape construction, with a minimum of 3 years managing teams Location: Southwest London (Primarily West London & Home Counties) Salary: 65k-75k depending on experience + 25 days holiday (Inc 5 sick day after probation) + pension Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm The Landscape Construction Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging design intent with physical execution on some of the most demanding and design-led gardens in the UK. Operating at the core of site-based delivery, this person is responsible for translating design documentation into flawlessly built environments - managing site teams, subcontractors, schedules, health & safety, and quality assurance across several live projects. This is a leadership role for a highly organised and technically proficient individual with deep knowledge of hard and soft landscaping practices, site logistics, and programme delivery in a high-end residential context. Core Responsibilities: Project Execution & Site Coordination Act as the primary site lead for day-to-day build execution across one or more live sites. Interpret and set out from technical drawings and design packages, flagging any discrepancies or buildability concerns to the Design and Contracts teams immediately. Manage all physical aspects of the build: groundworks, structural elements, paving, external joinery, irrigation infrastructure, lighting cable routes, planting beds, and final finishes. Ensure sequencing of works is logical, coordinated with subcontractors, and in line with the main project programme. Team Management Lead the site team including Site Managers, Skilled Landscapers, and Landscape Operatives. Provide morning briefings and end-of-day debriefs to track task completion, reallocate labour, and identify next steps. Coach junior team members in site skills, material handling, and design comprehension. Labour & Subcontractor Planning Forecast and communicate labour requirements to Contracts Manager weekly. Coordinate the activity of subcontractors and specialists (e.g., stone suppliers, irrigation engineers, lighting installers). Ensure clear, respectful communication among all trades to maintain site harmony and pace. Programme & Milestone Monitoring Monitor project timeline on a daily basis and proactively raise alerts where slippage may occur. Contribute to internal programme tracking using MS Project or other systems. Attend weekly office meetings with Contracts Managers and Designers to report on site progress and raise technical or logistical issues. Health & Safety (H&S) Take full responsibility for on-site H&S compliance including induction, PPE, RAMS implementation, and daily safety checks. Lead toolbox talks and ensure all incidents or near misses are reported and reviewed. Maintain a clean and safe site at all times, in line with CDM requirements and internal standards. Procurement & Materials Coordination Liaise with the Contracts Manager and Procurement team to coordinate delivery schedules. Receive, inspect, and store deliveries on site, reporting any damage or incorrect items immediately. Ensure correct materials are used on site in accordance with design and specification. Client & Designer Engagement Attend regular client meetings on site and contribute to updates, reporting on progress, variations, and key decisions. Ensure minutes of site meetings are recorded and shared internally and externally as required. Be a positive representative of the company s ethos, standards, and communication values. Quality Control Personally oversee critical path elements such as stonework installation, joinery positioning, and planting layouts. Maintain photographic records and daily logs. Sign off works with Contracts Manager and contribute to snagging inspections before handover. Required Skills & Experience 7+ years hands-on experience in landscape construction, with a minimum of 3 years managing teams or sites in the luxury/high-spec market. Demonstrable success delivering large-scale residential gardens with complex logistics, detailed finishes, and tight timelines. Proficient in interpreting construction drawings and technical detailing. Strong understanding of landscaping materials, drainage, ground preparation, site levels, and sequencing. Experience in managing subcontractors, setting out works, and programme management. Proven ability to coordinate across design, procurement, and commercial teams. Tools & Qualifications CSCS Supervisor or Management Card (Essential) SSSTS or SMSTS (Preferred training can be provided) First Aid at Work Certificate (Desirable) Full UK Driving Licence (Essential) Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook) Familiarity with MS Project or similar programme tracking software Career Pathway This role is a strategic pathway toward a Contracts Manager or Senior Project Delivery Manager position. You will work closely with Directors, Designers, and Quantity Surveyors, and will be provided with mentorship and structured growth opportunities across the business.

Landscape Contracts Manager - mimimum 10 years experience in the landscaping sector Location: Southwest London Salary: Up to £55,000 - £60,000 (DOE) + 25 days holiday (including 5 days sick day after probation) + Pension Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Our clients are leaders in the design and construction of ultra-high-end residential gardens in West London and surrounding areas. Their award-winning team delivers exquisite outdoor spaces to some of the most prestigious properties in the UK, blending creative vision with precise construction. They are seeking a proactive and experienced Landscape Contracts Manager to take ownership of the delivery of multiple luxury landscaping projects, ensuring excellence in execution, strong client communication, and rigorous cost and quality control. Role Overview You will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of live landscape construction projects, from pre-start through handover, managing site teams, subcontractors, client liaison, quality assurance, programme delivery, and cost management. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Site Coordination Lead multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to specification. Translate design intent into deliverable construction methodologies and oversee implementation. Maintain and enforce exceptional quality standards on all sites, aligned with the brand. Budget & Commercial Control Work closely with our Quantity Surveyor (QS) to monitor cost plans, update cash flow, and flag risks. Ensure all procurement aligns with approved budgets and timelines, especially long lead-time materials. Programme Management Create and manage project timelines using MS Project or similar tools. Anticipate, escalate, and mitigate delays by adapting resource schedules and coordinating suppliers. Leadership & Team Management Oversee daily site operations via Site Supervisors and Forepersons. Delegate clearly and coach team members to develop technical and professional capabilities. Foster a collaborative and respectful culture, with an emphasis on positive reinforcement and accountability. Quality Assurance & Compliance Review and interrogate technical drawings, proactively identifying buildability issues. Uphold health and safety regulations (CDM, site protocols, PPE). Ensure all operatives are briefed on risk assessments and method statements. Client & Stakeholder Communication Provide timely updates to clients, designers, and directors. Lead regular progress meetings and prepare clear written and visual reports (including site photos, milestone tracking, and risk logs). Reporting & Documentation Maintain meticulous records of site progress, resourcing, snagging, and procurement. Submit weekly reports and monthly reviews with KPIs, cash flow updates, and project forecasts. Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 10 years experience in high-end landscape construction. At least 5 years in a project or contracts management role. Exceptional leadership, communication, and team development abilities. Strong understanding of site logistics, sequencing, and procurement. Fluent in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, MS Project, and digital reporting tools. Thorough knowledge of H&S, CDM Regulations, and risk management. Preferred Qualifications CSCS Management Card (Essential) SSSTS / SMSTS (Preferred training available) First Aid at Work (Desirable)

Contracts Manager Refurbishment and Maintenance Social Housing repairs Exeter, South Devon Immediate Start About Us: Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently looking for Works Manager to oversee a repairs & maintenance service based in and around the South Devon area mainly covering Exeter, South Devon and Okehampton areas. Day to Day: The work will involve managing the day-to-day repairs jobs, working with a team of trades, overseeing completion of works in housing association properties. Requirements (Skills & Qualifications): Strong technical building background, trade background beneficial Experience of surveying properties, identifying work, scoping works schedules Driving licence and computer literate essential Day to day management of work program Managing trades on site, in multiple locations Experience of working with schedule of rates Please apply or contact Kirsty Rutlidge at Build Recruitment - Southwest for further details (phone number removed). We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking. Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

Contracts Manager Contracts Manager Location North Cornwall The Company: Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Social Housing Contractor , who are looking for a Contracts Manager based in North Cornwall - this role is to oversee a planned works contract. Our client a contractor who oversees planned works for the social housing sector is looking for a Contracts Manager oversee a Planned works program, across North Cornwall. Applicants will need to have experience of managing multiple sites, direct labour and subbies in different locations. Day to Day: Day to day management of a contracts maintaining and upgrading council properties Providing line management support to trades direct and subbies working on contract Planned, reactive maintenance or FM experience essential experience of high volume planned works. Carryout surveys and H&S inspections Client focused role, on site and building relationships. Excellent communicator Strong IT skills Requirements (Skills & Qualifications): Construction related qualification desirable Experience of managing Maintenance and trades teams Experience of managing maintenance contracts Experience of working with strict processes and procedure Experience of managing multiple responsive repairs works at a high volume Experience of SORs Good technical building knowledge & understanding Computer literate Microsoft Office programmes, Full Driving licence Please apply or contact Kirsty at Build Recruitment - South West for further details - (phone number removed). We'll take the time to understand your career history and motivations for a new role. We'll also take references and may ask for proof of eligibility to work in the UK. We work with a wide variety of clients in the public and private sector, and we will work with you to identify clients in which your skills, experience and personality will fit. Once we submit you for a role you will receive support and regular communication throughout the interview process. From there our commitment to you is all about being your career partner. We'll identify suitable jobs, provide support, and career guidance and even provide regular salary benchmarking.

I am working with a well-established Principal Contractor based in Bridgwater that operate throughout the Southwest. They are looking to recruit an experienced contracts manager who will be responsible for multiple contracts simultaneously, typically valuing up to around £2.5m plus. You will be responsible for coordinating management teams, directly employed operatives, trades, materials, plant etc to ensure each contract is delivered safely and in a timely fashion to high standards. To be considered for this crucial role you will require: • A minimum of three years of experience within a similar role • Strong experience in design and build procurement routes in both JCT and NEC3 contract forms • To live within a reasonable daily commute from Bridgwater • A full UK driving licence • CSCS, SMSTS & First aid all in date • A demonstrable ability to deliver excellent customer service at all times • A history of planning and delivering projects on time and in budget • Excellent attention to detail In return you will receive a competitive salary, company car, company pension, onsite parking, company events. This is an immediate requirement so if you are interested, please forward an up to date copy of your CV as soon as possible

Facilities PFI Asset Manager Interim Asset Manager We have and immediate Interim opportunity for an Asset Manager to join a leading Asset Management organisation on a temporary basis for a minimum of 4 months working on PFI Healthcare contracts in the South West, Gloustershire Summary Asset Manager Must be Immediately available Southwest, Gloustershire £75000 + package (Pro rated) Interim 4 months + PFI Healthcare Duties and Responsibilities Financial and operational policies and procedures that ensure the efficient conduct of the infrastructure company Ensure the H&S monitoring regime is implemented Statutory reports PFI operations Resolving commercial issues across the SPV Finance Asset management and auditing of third-party providers Ensure completion of the obligations of the services team Monitor the performance of third-party service providers Quality assurance and quality control programmes Assist in the delivery of the budget for the PFI Operations business. Maximise commercial income opportunities. Qualifications/Requirements Degree level qualification in a construction or Facilities Management (FM) discipline Must be immediately available for interim post Have extensive Facilities Management experience within PFI Healthcare contracts Have worked on PFI contracts in a senior capacity, within an infrastructure asset management environment PFI projects in the operational phase Sound legal / contracts knowledge Understanding of project life cycle planning and cost analysis techniques

I am working with a well-established Principal Contractor based in Bridgwater that operate throughout the Southwest. They are looking to recruit an experienced contracts manager who will be responsible for multiple contracts simultaneously, typically valuing up to around £2.5m plus. You will be responsible for coordinating management teams, directly employed operatives, trades, materials, plant etc to ensure each contract is delivered safely and in a timely fashion to high standards. To be considered for this crucial role you will require: • A minimum of three years of experience within a similar role • Strong experience in design and build procurement routes in both JCT and NEC3 contract forms • To live within a reasonable daily commute from Bridgwater • A full UK driving licence • CSCS, SMSTS & First aid all in date • A demonstrable ability to deliver excellent customer service at all times • A history of planning and delivering projects on time and in budget • Excellent attention to detail In return you will receive a competitive salary, company car, company pension, onsite parking, company events. This is an immediate requirement so if you are interested, please forward an up to date copy of your CV as soon as possible

Facilities PFI Asset Manager Interim Asset Manager We have and immediate Interim opportunity for an Asset Manager to join a leading Asset Management organisation on a temporary basis for a minimum of 4 months working on PFI Healthcare contracts in the South West, Gloustershire Summary Asset Manager Must be Immediately available Southwest, Gloustershire £75000 + package (Pro rated) Interim 4 months + PFI Healthcare Duties and Responsibilities Financial and operational policies and procedures that ensure the efficient conduct of the infrastructure company Ensure the H&S monitoring regime is implemented Statutory reports PFI operations Resolving commercial issues across the SPV Finance Asset management and auditing of third-party providers Ensure completion of the obligations of the services team Monitor the performance of third-party service providers Quality assurance and quality control programmes Assist in the delivery of the budget for the PFI Operations business. Maximise commercial income opportunities. Qualifications/Requirements Degree level qualification in a construction or Facilities Management (FM) discipline Must be immediately available for interim post Have extensive Facilities Management experience within PFI Healthcare contracts Have worked on PFI contracts in a senior capacity, within an infrastructure asset management environment PFI projects in the operational phase Sound legal / contracts knowledge Understanding of project life cycle planning and cost analysis techniques

Operations Manager - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contracts Southwest Based £38,000-£42000 plus package..... My client is a leading regional contractor operating within the Social Housing repairs and maintenance sector. Due to continued expansion, they currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join their highly successful team in Gloucester. Reporting to the Regional Director, the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing teams delivering Reactive Maintenance and Voids contracts for 3 x Housing Association clients, ensuring teams achieve targets relating to KPI's and SLA's, Health & Safety, first time fix and materials targets. We are looking for an experienced and competent Branch Manager / Contract Manager / Operations Manager with solid experience of running a mobile workforce, delivering a repairs or refurbishment service within Social Housing. You will be an effective leader with the ability to develop a highly talented and motivated team, whilst building strong relationships with internal business functions, stakeholders, customers, consultants and the wider supply chain. Operations Manager Responsibilities: * Lead and manage all operational activities ensuring that works are delivered on time, in full, in compliance with codes of practice, BOP and current statutory legislation. * Develop and maintain processes within the company, engaging the clients in a culture of collaborative working focused on continual improvement. * Maintain and promote effective relationships at all levels with the client, focusing staff on performance, best value and established best operating practices. * Ensure the delivery team effectively delivers work through a comprehensive quality assurance system including contract administration and proactive budget monitoring * Business technical lead including consulting with business development and bids teams, client competitive dialogue and bid presentations * Delivering partnering as a business strategy. * Continually improve business and branch performance. * To promote development and training for all staff within branch and promote a culture of employee empowerment. * Ensure capital employed and other key financial ratios are achieved and improved. * Ensure that branch and production costs are within targets. Operations Manager Experience * Understanding of strategic and operational processes within social housing property services contracts * Experience of working at a strategic level, developing and implementing continuous improvement * Ability to set and measure targets * Strong IT skills * Strong management skills and the ability to motivate a team at all levels * Ability to be innovative and creative to resolve complex issues Salary & Benefits You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary along with the long term opportunity for career progression. Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today. Hunt 4 Technical are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Hunt 4 Technical acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies

Site Supervisor (FTTP/Telecoms/Civils) Location: Bristol / Gloucester / Chippenham areas £25,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + Holiday + Pension An excellent opportunity for a supervisor or manager with a telecoms background, looking to join a market leading company, where you will work technically challenging projects across the Southwest. This company are a family owned business that has grown into a market leader. Even in the current climate, they are rapidly expanding and have won several contracts with an ever growing order book. Due to continued expansion they are looking for a Field Telecoms Supervisor who will help to manage operatives to carry out civil works associated within the telecoms industry In this role you will be managing the field teams involved in all the FTTP build at sites across the Southwest. You will be dealing directly with the clients and local authorities, and ensuring all H&S is adhered to and the projects are delivered. The ideal candidate will have a background in the installation and project management of FTTP projects. This is a great chance to join a leading company, that can offer you a technically interesting and varied role, where you can play a lead part in the growth of a market leading business. The Role: *Managing civils teams in the FTTP build *Attending all required meetings and dealing with clients and local authorities *Ensuring all H&S is adhered too *Working on contracts across the South West The Person: *Telecoms Civil background *Knowledge of FTTP *Valid UK driving licence The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom