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We are working with a South & West London focused Private Residential Property and Maintenance business. Established for over 8 years with a strong local reputation, they cover a range of work from Private Residential Refurb on High End properties to Redec's and Small Works/Maintenance.Their business is established on quality work, repeat business and recommendations, so being professional, well-presented and client focused is key.You will have a trade background or a multi trade knowledge, able to manage up to 2x £100K refurbs and take a hands-on role when required. This role offers a great opportunity to join a small team, work with the two proactive Directors. They are looking to bring new talent into the team and support your progression in their business. You will: Assist in the day-to-day management and coordination of up to 2x £100k construction projects. Liaise effectively with Directors, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams. Support project planning, programming, and resource allocation to ensure works are delivered on time and within budget. Monitor progress on site and report regularly to senior management. Coordinate access arrangements, key collections, material deliveries, and site logistics. Lead and supervise site operatives and subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely and to the required quality standards. Carry out daily site inspections and monitor compliance with Health & Safety regulations. Ensure work is undertaken in accordance with drawings, specifications, Building Regulations, and planning requirements. Assist with site inductions, toolbox talks, and maintaining site records. Travel between active sites, suppliers, storage facilities, and client locations as required. Organise and collect materials, tools, plant equipment, and site consumables. Coordinate deliveries and ensure materials are available to support programme requirements. Maintain company tools, equipment, and storage facilities. There will be times when you are required (along with the Directors) to carry out Hands-On Construction Duties: Act as a working foreman when required, supporting site activities and assisting trades teams. Undertake practical construction tasks where appropriate, including: Carpentry, Decorating, Brickwork & Rendering, Tiling, Kitchen and Bathroom installation, Glazing and Roofing repairs. Support general maintenance and snagging activities across occupied and completed projects. Demonstrate a flexible approach and willingness to support the wider team to meet project objectives. You will have: Previous experience in a construction site supervisory, foreman, assistant site manager, or multi-trade role. Good understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and site operations. Full UK Driving Licence. SMSTS or SSSTS (and CSCS Card). First Aid at Work certification. A Trade construction background. Knowledge of Building Regulations and Health & Safety compliance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator Borehamwood, Hertfordshire £32,000 £40,000 DOE + Benefits The Opportunity Are you an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Estimator with one or two years experience looking for broader commercial responsibility and genuine progression? A growing property maintenance contractor is looking for an ambitious Assistant QS to join its Borehamwood team. Working directly with a Director and alongside an experienced Contracts Manager, you ll gain hands-on exposure to estimating, cost control, subcontractor accounts, variations, invoicing and commercial reporting. This is a varied role where you can see each job through from initial enquiry and quotation to final cost review. As the division continues to expand, you ll have the opportunity to develop your commercial knowledge, take ownership of your work and progress into a more senior position. The Company The business delivers reactive repairs and planned property maintenance works for an established client base. Continued growth has created the need for additional commercial support to help manage increasing quotation volumes, job costs and reporting requirements. The company offers a friendly, social working environment where different departments work closely together. You ll be joining a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration and professional development. Your Role This is not a traditional major-project construction QS position. Instead, you ll work across a busy portfolio of shorter-duration reactive and planned maintenance jobs, giving you variety and exposure to a high volume of commercial activity. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing quotes and estimates covering labour, materials and subcontractor costs Attending occasional site visits to gather information for accurate pricing Maintaining the quotation pipeline and monitoring conversion rates Tracking live job costs against quoted values and identifying potential overspends Collating final labour, material and subcontractor costs Recording and managing variations to protect project margins Processing subcontractor quotations, orders and payment applications Supporting material procurement and negotiating value for money Assisting with deposit invoices, final accounts and credit-control information Contributing to weekly turnover, project P&L and management reports Using commercial and job-management systems such as Procore, PayApps or similar You ll work closely with operational and finance colleagues, giving you a rounded understanding of how a successful property maintenance division is commercially managed. What We re Looking For This opportunity would suit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Estimator with around one to two years experience. You may currently work for a property maintenance company, refurbishment contractor, facilities management provider, subcontractor or general construction business. You ll ideally have: Experience producing quotations, estimates or cost information An understanding of labour, material and subcontractor pricing Exposure to cost tracking, variations, procurement or subcontractor accounts Strong numerical, organisational and Excel skills Excellent attention to detail A proactive attitude and willingness to learn The confidence to communicate with trades, suppliers, subcontractors and senior management Property maintenance experience would be helpful but is not essential. The business is more interested in finding someone with solid commercial foundations, the right attitude and the ambition to develop. Salary and Benefits £32,000 £40,000, depending on experience 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Workplace pension with a 3% employer contribution Salary-sacrifice pension option Business mileage reimbursed at the statutory rate Complimentary breakfast and lunch prepared by an in-house chef Friday evening drinks from the company bar Pool table, outdoor seating, BBQ and TV facilities Regular social events, charity initiatives and wellbeing activities Christmas and New Year office closure Direct access to senior leadership and genuine career progression If you re an Assistant QS or Estimator looking for a varied commercial role where you can develop quickly and become an important part of a growing division, apply today. To Apply Interested? Apply directly via the job board or get in touch to find out more. Email: Send your CV to . co . uk (remove spaces) Call: Contact Alex on the number below LinkedIn: Connect with Alex Wallace and send a message. Not sure if it's the perfect fit? No problem get in touch for a confidential chat. I'll always give you honest advice on whether it's the right move for your career