Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
Our significant Property Portfolio represents a vibrant, valuable, and complex network of physical spaces that enable learning and teaching, research and innovation, support the student experience as well as our partnerships and engagement.
The Property Services team has a strong reputation for providing a leading-edge planning and development consultancy that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland through the provision of high-quality physical environments. We build and service some of the largest and most complex buildings and construction projects in the country.
Te Rautaki Tūāpapa, our new Estate Strategy to 2030, reinforces our commitment to sustainability and provides a cohesive, future-focussed and coordinated approach to investment in, and management of, our physical environments throughout the University estate.
Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
We have a fantastic opportunity for a senior level leader to join our Capital Works team as Associate Director – Capital Works.
You will be working across a wide and varied portfolio of projects successfully managing consultant teams focused on delivery of significant projects through to completion phase.
Opportunities include working on specialist research facilities like the recently completed Space Institute in the Engineering School, high-tech teaching spaces like our Financial Lab and student accommodation upgrades right through to our much larger programme builds which include state of the art scientific and medical research facilities; teaching and learning facilities; or projects to support the student experience such as the new Recreation and Wellness Centre prominent on Symonds Street.
This is a pivotal role with key accountability for the planning, resourcing, investigation and delivery of major capital works projects.
Some key aspects and responsibilities include:
Engaging and managing consultant design teams.
Leading internal and external project managers engaged on capital projects
Stakeholder management across the University community and externally.
Ensuring the implementation of the University’s sustainability goals and meeting sustainability criteria identified for each project. Project procurement including calling and evaluation of tenders, tender documents, adherence to standards and consents.
Delivering exciting and cutting-edge design which talks to our place in Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa, and the Pacific region.
Construction management including leading internal and external teams, monitoring and recording progress including financials whilst liaising with engineers, consultants, the planning team and other internal stakeholders.
The development and implementing masterplans.
Managing resourcing, investigations, project briefs, programmes, design reports and budget approvals.
Strategic and Risk management.
For more information please see Position Description and Candidate Information Booklet
About you | He kōrero mōu
As an experienced leader, our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high-level ability to influence and communicate effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, embrace diversity, and have the technical background to understand projects from multiple viewpoints and this will come from significant commercial and project management experience from a construction/architecture environment. They will operate with energy and passion and will demonstrate a collaborative approach where they partner closely with peers, value the needs of others and model best practice principals and behaviours. Teamwork, customer focus and negotiation skills are vital to the role.
Preference will be given to candidates with a proven understanding of large-scale building programmes and large impact compliance works and those who can demonstrate an ability to think and act strategically to provide valuable input to achieve the best long-term outcomes.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
We offer our staff more than just a job - we offer them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class organisation which provides staff with benefits and support throughout their lives and careers. We have a number of generous benefits that we believe will be important to you:
We realise your time is important to you. We offer a range of leave entitlements, including five weeks annual leave a year , and flexible working arrangements which allow for a greater work life balance.
UoA staff have access to two superannuation plans, Kiwisaver and UniSaver New Zealand, with the University contributing 6.75% annually towards UniSaver.
Your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a range of support programmes and benefits available to support health and wellbeing. Discounted health insurance and eye testing, flu jabs, a Recreation Centre on campus, as well as a new state of the art recreation centre being built right now.
Enjoy our beautiful park like grounds and take advantage of the facilities on offer including childcare, parking, cafes, libraries etc.
Additional Information
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
This position will be advertised both internally and externally and is due to close on the 10th September 2023.
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Joshua Chapman j.chapman@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
Aug 21, 2023
Full time
Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland
The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.
Our significant Property Portfolio represents a vibrant, valuable, and complex network of physical spaces that enable learning and teaching, research and innovation, support the student experience as well as our partnerships and engagement.
The Property Services team has a strong reputation for providing a leading-edge planning and development consultancy that contributes to the success of the University of Auckland through the provision of high-quality physical environments. We build and service some of the largest and most complex buildings and construction projects in the country.
Te Rautaki Tūāpapa, our new Estate Strategy to 2030, reinforces our commitment to sustainability and provides a cohesive, future-focussed and coordinated approach to investment in, and management of, our physical environments throughout the University estate.
Job Description
The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
We have a fantastic opportunity for a senior level leader to join our Capital Works team as Associate Director – Capital Works.
You will be working across a wide and varied portfolio of projects successfully managing consultant teams focused on delivery of significant projects through to completion phase.
Opportunities include working on specialist research facilities like the recently completed Space Institute in the Engineering School, high-tech teaching spaces like our Financial Lab and student accommodation upgrades right through to our much larger programme builds which include state of the art scientific and medical research facilities; teaching and learning facilities; or projects to support the student experience such as the new Recreation and Wellness Centre prominent on Symonds Street.
This is a pivotal role with key accountability for the planning, resourcing, investigation and delivery of major capital works projects.
Some key aspects and responsibilities include:
Engaging and managing consultant design teams.
Leading internal and external project managers engaged on capital projects
Stakeholder management across the University community and externally.
Ensuring the implementation of the University’s sustainability goals and meeting sustainability criteria identified for each project. Project procurement including calling and evaluation of tenders, tender documents, adherence to standards and consents.
Delivering exciting and cutting-edge design which talks to our place in Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa, and the Pacific region.
Construction management including leading internal and external teams, monitoring and recording progress including financials whilst liaising with engineers, consultants, the planning team and other internal stakeholders.
The development and implementing masterplans.
Managing resourcing, investigations, project briefs, programmes, design reports and budget approvals.
Strategic and Risk management.
For more information please see Position Description and Candidate Information Booklet
About you | He kōrero mōu
As an experienced leader, our ideal candidate will demonstrate a high-level ability to influence and communicate effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate cultural sensitivity, embrace diversity, and have the technical background to understand projects from multiple viewpoints and this will come from significant commercial and project management experience from a construction/architecture environment. They will operate with energy and passion and will demonstrate a collaborative approach where they partner closely with peers, value the needs of others and model best practice principals and behaviours. Teamwork, customer focus and negotiation skills are vital to the role.
Preference will be given to candidates with a proven understanding of large-scale building programmes and large impact compliance works and those who can demonstrate an ability to think and act strategically to provide valuable input to achieve the best long-term outcomes.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
We offer our staff more than just a job - we offer them an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, world class organisation which provides staff with benefits and support throughout their lives and careers. We have a number of generous benefits that we believe will be important to you:
We realise your time is important to you. We offer a range of leave entitlements, including five weeks annual leave a year , and flexible working arrangements which allow for a greater work life balance.
UoA staff have access to two superannuation plans, Kiwisaver and UniSaver New Zealand, with the University contributing 6.75% annually towards UniSaver.
Your happiness and wellbeing at work is important to us. We have a range of support programmes and benefits available to support health and wellbeing. Discounted health insurance and eye testing, flu jabs, a Recreation Centre on campus, as well as a new state of the art recreation centre being built right now.
Enjoy our beautiful park like grounds and take advantage of the facilities on offer including childcare, parking, cafes, libraries etc.
Additional Information
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
This position will be advertised both internally and externally and is due to close on the 10th September 2023.
Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date to be considered. Please include your cover letter and your CV highlighting how you can meet the skills and experiences detailed above.
Please reach out to Joshua Chapman j.chapman@auckland.ac.nz for a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.
Equity
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF + , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz
About us
At Pellings, we provide solutions to bring our clients' visions to life. We feel proud of the positive impact we have made to local spaces and the value we have added to communities within London, the South East and surrounding areas. Over the last 46 years, we have grown from our modest beginnings as a Building Surveying practice to become a major provider of integrated design, property and construction consultancy services.
Our success over the years can be attributed to a number of factors, such as our strong technical and creative expertise, highly professional staff and integrated service approach. However, at the heart of it is our passion and commitment to supporting our clients in meeting their challenges and delivering long-term value.
The opportunity
You will become an integral part of our fantastic Building Surveying team while working on a variety of residential, education, commercial and civic projects. Our experienced team will give you the support needed to oversee and, in time, run your own projects from inception to completion, all while completing core APC competencies.
We will provide you with a structured training programme within a cohort of colleagues at similar points on their APC journey.
Our structured training programme includes:
Presentations on Level 1&2 competencies
Q&A sessions
Meetings with counsellor/supervisor to review process, sign off competencies and monitor the suitability of work being undertaken
Case study review
Day to day duties:
Assisting on technical projects
Overseeing works on site
Preparing and submitting applications for statutory consent and liaising with relevant authorities
Preparing existing proposed drawings in CAD
Drafting work specifications
Leading on tender activities and Contractor selection
Building defects analysis
Our team provides our clients with a range of services including:
Large framework contracts for London Boroughs, Councils and Housing Associations
Refurbishment and Maintenance Programmes
Contract Administration
Project Management
Employers Agent
Building defects analysis
Conditions surveys
Professional technical duties, including Party Wall matters, Disrepair etc.
Types of projects you will be working on:
Carbon Resilience
Fire Safety Works, including cladding
Community regeneration projects
Community centres and Civic projects
Sustainable New Build projects, including housing developments, schools and community centres
Education expansions and refurbishment
Maintenance and refurbishment of corporate buildings
Decarbonisation
Programmes of external decoration and repairs
Residential disability adaptations
For more information about life at Pellings and how to apply, don't hesitate to get in touch with our Talent Manager, Rachel Gilchrist, at rgilchrist@pellings.co.uk
Mar 08, 2023
Full time
About us
At Pellings, we provide solutions to bring our clients' visions to life. We feel proud of the positive impact we have made to local spaces and the value we have added to communities within London, the South East and surrounding areas. Over the last 46 years, we have grown from our modest beginnings as a Building Surveying practice to become a major provider of integrated design, property and construction consultancy services.
Our success over the years can be attributed to a number of factors, such as our strong technical and creative expertise, highly professional staff and integrated service approach. However, at the heart of it is our passion and commitment to supporting our clients in meeting their challenges and delivering long-term value.
The opportunity
You will become an integral part of our fantastic Building Surveying team while working on a variety of residential, education, commercial and civic projects. Our experienced team will give you the support needed to oversee and, in time, run your own projects from inception to completion, all while completing core APC competencies.
We will provide you with a structured training programme within a cohort of colleagues at similar points on their APC journey.
Our structured training programme includes:
Presentations on Level 1&2 competencies
Q&A sessions
Meetings with counsellor/supervisor to review process, sign off competencies and monitor the suitability of work being undertaken
Case study review
Day to day duties:
Assisting on technical projects
Overseeing works on site
Preparing and submitting applications for statutory consent and liaising with relevant authorities
Preparing existing proposed drawings in CAD
Drafting work specifications
Leading on tender activities and Contractor selection
Building defects analysis
Our team provides our clients with a range of services including:
Large framework contracts for London Boroughs, Councils and Housing Associations
Refurbishment and Maintenance Programmes
Contract Administration
Project Management
Employers Agent
Building defects analysis
Conditions surveys
Professional technical duties, including Party Wall matters, Disrepair etc.
Types of projects you will be working on:
Carbon Resilience
Fire Safety Works, including cladding
Community regeneration projects
Community centres and Civic projects
Sustainable New Build projects, including housing developments, schools and community centres
Education expansions and refurbishment
Maintenance and refurbishment of corporate buildings
Decarbonisation
Programmes of external decoration and repairs
Residential disability adaptations
For more information about life at Pellings and how to apply, don't hesitate to get in touch with our Talent Manager, Rachel Gilchrist, at rgilchrist@pellings.co.uk
Vistry Group
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Build Manager to join our team within Vistry Central Home Counties. As our Area Build Manager you will effectively motivate, support and manage the site based management teams to ensure that each development achieves the desired health, safety and environmental performance standards. To achieve the programme and quality requirements. To promote the importance of customer relationships to all site based teams to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. To ensure the customer journey is applied with and our customers enjoy their moving in experience. To ensure that the approach and associated results are consistently high across all sites within the designated area. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 4/5 or similar CSCS card at Contracts Manager Level Full UK driving license SMSTS, NVQ 6 or equivalent Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high volume house builder Up to date knowledge of H&S obligations and building legislation Proven track record of motivating and managing a team effectively Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome Capable of implementing change and of using initiative Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy Proven ability to work effectively with senior management Ability to take a big picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach Able to work under pressure Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets More about the Area Build Manager role Mentor and manage the full Site Management Team across the area of responsibility in order to ensure all sites meet, and where possible, exceed the desired performance targets in line with business objectives Actively input into Management Team review of Build Strategy on new developments, as necessary Ensure the Health, Safety and Environmental targets are met across all sites and take appropriate action to ensure all sites are compliant Regularly review programme via the subcontractor schedules v. build and log progress in the weekly site subcontractor meetings Report the activity at the regional build/sales meetings and liaise with other departments as necessary to ensure targets are achieved Visit all sites weekly, support and motivate site teams, monitor and review progress and compliance and attend all site meetings where necessary or required by your Regional Build Director Liaise with and promote good relationships with key external stakeholders such as NHBC etc. Develop and train the Site Management teams to ensure there are succession plans in place Monitor and review the Site Managers to ensure that all plots have a customer care pass before obtaining CML prior to legal completion Carry out random pre occupation checks on plots 24 hours before CML's and legal completions. Ensure that effective site based meetings take place between the Sales Team and the Site Manager and that the required information is available to enable the Sales Team to update the customers. Attend on an infrequent basis to ensure effectiveness. Attend regional build/sales meetings and provide accurate handover dates for all plots, provide updates on activity on sites, report on issues where appropriate and any actions needed to rectify the issues. Monitor and review the Site Managers to ensure that all plots to be handed over have safe and appropriate access, parking, street lighting and signage. Attend weekly customer care meetings with your site teams to ensure defects are being actioned within 10 - 30 days of being raised by the customer. Attend weekly NHBC Survey Meeting with all site teams and action any items promptly with your site teams. Agree trade tenders list with the commercial department and assist with the vetting of sub-contractors prior to appointment to ensure the correct quality standards will be achieved. Ensure that quality inductions are carried out by Site Managers for all sub-contractors on site to ensure the required quality standards are met. Ensure the site NHBC Year to Date score is no more than 0.20 on a rolling 12 month scale Ensure and monitor that all sub-contractor quality stage checklists are completed by all Site Managers prior to payment being authorised. Attend all pre start meetings, providing programmes, strategy plans, compound position and complete CMD check forms Ensure that protection to work in progress complies with the Company's site protection requirements at all sites. Review the NHBC record book, checking for comment, action against builder responsible reportable items and any missed key stage inspections. Regularly check the NHBC Portal to ensure any pre-occupation conditions have been cleared by your Site Management Teams prior to CML's Design a Build Phase Strategy (Build Strategy, Traffic Management Plan & Occupational Strategy and ensure all Site Managers comply with the strategy Ensure that forward planning is in place at all stages of the build operation and liaise with the technical and commercial departments as required. Identify key activities at the pre-contract stage and monitor to ensure the start date is achieved. In conjunction with the site management team, prepare the master build programme and review and revise in line with budget requirements, monitor production against the agreed programme and take corrective action if the site falls behind programme. Review anticipated plot build completion dates on a weekly basis and ensure that the relevant stakeholders are made aware of any amendments. In conjunction with the site management teams, prepare and maintain the accelerated show home programmes. Ensure that sub-contractor and trade meetings are carried out by Site Managers weekly and attend the weekly subcontractor meetings in person Review and update the Construction System on weekly basis with a full review/ update on monthly basis. Complete any Build Manager reports, as requested by the Regional Build Director Adopt and follow the Area Build best practice documents and ensure that the Site Managers complete the Site Manager best practice documents. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Build Manager to join our team within Vistry Central Home Counties. As our Area Build Manager you will effectively motivate, support and manage the site based management teams to ensure that each development achieves the desired health, safety and environmental performance standards. To achieve the programme and quality requirements. To promote the importance of customer relationships to all site based teams to include directly employed and sub-contracted staff. To ensure the customer journey is applied with and our customers enjoy their moving in experience. To ensure that the approach and associated results are consistently high across all sites within the designated area. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 4/5 or similar CSCS card at Contracts Manager Level Full UK driving license SMSTS, NVQ 6 or equivalent Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high volume house builder Up to date knowledge of H&S obligations and building legislation Proven track record of motivating and managing a team effectively Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome Capable of implementing change and of using initiative Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy Proven ability to work effectively with senior management Ability to take a big picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach Able to work under pressure Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets More about the Area Build Manager role Mentor and manage the full Site Management Team across the area of responsibility in order to ensure all sites meet, and where possible, exceed the desired performance targets in line with business objectives Actively input into Management Team review of Build Strategy on new developments, as necessary Ensure the Health, Safety and Environmental targets are met across all sites and take appropriate action to ensure all sites are compliant Regularly review programme via the subcontractor schedules v. build and log progress in the weekly site subcontractor meetings Report the activity at the regional build/sales meetings and liaise with other departments as necessary to ensure targets are achieved Visit all sites weekly, support and motivate site teams, monitor and review progress and compliance and attend all site meetings where necessary or required by your Regional Build Director Liaise with and promote good relationships with key external stakeholders such as NHBC etc. Develop and train the Site Management teams to ensure there are succession plans in place Monitor and review the Site Managers to ensure that all plots have a customer care pass before obtaining CML prior to legal completion Carry out random pre occupation checks on plots 24 hours before CML's and legal completions. Ensure that effective site based meetings take place between the Sales Team and the Site Manager and that the required information is available to enable the Sales Team to update the customers. Attend on an infrequent basis to ensure effectiveness. Attend regional build/sales meetings and provide accurate handover dates for all plots, provide updates on activity on sites, report on issues where appropriate and any actions needed to rectify the issues. Monitor and review the Site Managers to ensure that all plots to be handed over have safe and appropriate access, parking, street lighting and signage. Attend weekly customer care meetings with your site teams to ensure defects are being actioned within 10 - 30 days of being raised by the customer. Attend weekly NHBC Survey Meeting with all site teams and action any items promptly with your site teams. Agree trade tenders list with the commercial department and assist with the vetting of sub-contractors prior to appointment to ensure the correct quality standards will be achieved. Ensure that quality inductions are carried out by Site Managers for all sub-contractors on site to ensure the required quality standards are met. Ensure the site NHBC Year to Date score is no more than 0.20 on a rolling 12 month scale Ensure and monitor that all sub-contractor quality stage checklists are completed by all Site Managers prior to payment being authorised. Attend all pre start meetings, providing programmes, strategy plans, compound position and complete CMD check forms Ensure that protection to work in progress complies with the Company's site protection requirements at all sites. Review the NHBC record book, checking for comment, action against builder responsible reportable items and any missed key stage inspections. Regularly check the NHBC Portal to ensure any pre-occupation conditions have been cleared by your Site Management Teams prior to CML's Design a Build Phase Strategy (Build Strategy, Traffic Management Plan & Occupational Strategy and ensure all Site Managers comply with the strategy Ensure that forward planning is in place at all stages of the build operation and liaise with the technical and commercial departments as required. Identify key activities at the pre-contract stage and monitor to ensure the start date is achieved. In conjunction with the site management team, prepare the master build programme and review and revise in line with budget requirements, monitor production against the agreed programme and take corrective action if the site falls behind programme. Review anticipated plot build completion dates on a weekly basis and ensure that the relevant stakeholders are made aware of any amendments. In conjunction with the site management teams, prepare and maintain the accelerated show home programmes. Ensure that sub-contractor and trade meetings are carried out by Site Managers weekly and attend the weekly subcontractor meetings in person Review and update the Construction System on weekly basis with a full review/ update on monthly basis. Complete any Build Manager reports, as requested by the Regional Build Director Adopt and follow the Area Build best practice documents and ensure that the Site Managers complete the Site Manager best practice documents. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Bennett and Game Recruitment
Stourbridge, West Midlands
Bennett and Game currently have the pleasure of representing a National, Award-Winning AJ Top 100 Architectural Practice who are looking for a Senior Architectural Technologist to be based in their offices in Stourbridge. Their cliental includes a large number of projects in a wide range of sectors within the industry; these areas include Student Accommodation, Mixed Use, Residential, Commercial and other areas. This particular role will be working on a variety project and would reporting to the Associate Director. This role would suit an individual with both an excellent work ethic and a relevant degree. The practice is using Revit across the board on all projects; therefore, the most suitable Senior Architectural Technologist will have experience in Revit. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an employee focused company who can offer an excellent package and training. Our client is looking for a Senior Architectural Technologist that will be confident with preparing planning applications, tender package drawings, specifications, and building regulation applications, liaise with clients as well as produce schedules. It would also be beneficial for the Senior Architectural Technologist to have some experience with running their own jobs independently. Senior Architectural Technologist Position Remuneration Competitive salary (£40,000 - £50,000 DOE) 20 days' holiday + Bank Holiday Pension Enrolment onto the CIAT programme + Pay CIAT subscription fees Discretionary bonus Hybrid working Social events Progression and training opportunities Other benefits discussed at interview stage Senior Architectural Technologist Position Overview Provide high quality technical drawings and supporting technical information Ensuring the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget Maintain a competent working knowledge of current and pending legislation affecting the production of technical information and ensure compliant with relevant Building Regulations Manage the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules, and specifications, 2D and 3D drawings in either CAD or BIM where relevant Arrange project reviews to assist with resolving technical issues as they arise Ensure clear understanding of Appointment Documents & Scope of Services Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery Leading a project from inception through to completion Where identified as Project Manager for a project, ensuring the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget. Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery Senior Architectural Technologist Position Requirements Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status would be beneficial Proficiency Revit is required Ability to manage workload effectively, make clear decisions and meet tight deadlines Live within a commutable distance of Stourbridge Team player & good work ethic Good knowledge of building/technical regulations Experience working as the project lead and assisting a team Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Bennett and Game currently have the pleasure of representing a National, Award-Winning AJ Top 100 Architectural Practice who are looking for a Senior Architectural Technologist to be based in their offices in Stourbridge. Their cliental includes a large number of projects in a wide range of sectors within the industry; these areas include Student Accommodation, Mixed Use, Residential, Commercial and other areas. This particular role will be working on a variety project and would reporting to the Associate Director. This role would suit an individual with both an excellent work ethic and a relevant degree. The practice is using Revit across the board on all projects; therefore, the most suitable Senior Architectural Technologist will have experience in Revit. This is an excellent opportunity to work for an employee focused company who can offer an excellent package and training. Our client is looking for a Senior Architectural Technologist that will be confident with preparing planning applications, tender package drawings, specifications, and building regulation applications, liaise with clients as well as produce schedules. It would also be beneficial for the Senior Architectural Technologist to have some experience with running their own jobs independently. Senior Architectural Technologist Position Remuneration Competitive salary (£40,000 - £50,000 DOE) 20 days' holiday + Bank Holiday Pension Enrolment onto the CIAT programme + Pay CIAT subscription fees Discretionary bonus Hybrid working Social events Progression and training opportunities Other benefits discussed at interview stage Senior Architectural Technologist Position Overview Provide high quality technical drawings and supporting technical information Ensuring the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget Maintain a competent working knowledge of current and pending legislation affecting the production of technical information and ensure compliant with relevant Building Regulations Manage the production of detailed design drawings, working drawings, schedules, and specifications, 2D and 3D drawings in either CAD or BIM where relevant Arrange project reviews to assist with resolving technical issues as they arise Ensure clear understanding of Appointment Documents & Scope of Services Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery Leading a project from inception through to completion Where identified as Project Manager for a project, ensuring the efficient delivery of the technical services identified in the project brief, to the agreed deadlines & within budget. Assist with the mentoring of junior members of the technical team on all aspects of technical delivery Senior Architectural Technologist Position Requirements Membership of CIAT or working towards chartered status would be beneficial Proficiency Revit is required Ability to manage workload effectively, make clear decisions and meet tight deadlines Live within a commutable distance of Stourbridge Team player & good work ethic Good knowledge of building/technical regulations Experience working as the project lead and assisting a team Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Windsor, Berkshire
Contracts Manager (Property / Royal Household) 50,000 - 60,000 + 15% Non-Contributary Pension + Flexible working hours + Hybrid work + World renowned sites + Company Benefits London (Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, The Royal Mews, St James' Palace) Are you a Contracts Manager or similar from a Property Projects / Heritage Properties background looking for a technically challenging role working on dynamic and varied projects within some of the World's most recognisable properties including Windsor Castle in a role offering a 15% Non-Contributory Pension? In this role you will be working for the Royal Household across their Windsor properties, including Windsor Castle and Home Park, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are managed successfully and for making sure work is planned and delivered accordingly. You will undertake end-to-end project management on varied and exciting projects across four London based Royal sites, as you work closely with other colleagues and the senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for managing stakeholder relationships, upkeep of sites and ensuring completion of the works on time and within budget. This role would suit a Contracts Manager with a background in managing Property Projects / Heritage Properties or similar looking for an autonomous role where you will be working across the King's official residences. The Role: End-to-end project management across 4 Royal sites Manage stakeholder relationships Liaise closely with Property Section colleagues to ensure that work is appropriately co-ordinated Supervise and support junior team members Ensure completion of projects on time and within budget 37.5 hour week (Flexible start / finish times)- some hybrid work opportunities Oversee Contracts The Person: Contracts Manager or similar Property Projects / Heritage Properties background Looking to work in Royal Residences Commutable to Windsor Reference number: BBBH12669 Contracts, Property, Project, Manager, Surveying, Operations, Contract Administration, Chartered, Heritage Properties, London, Technical, MRICS, Berkshire, Windsor, Castle, Home Park We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Contracts Manager (Property / Royal Household) 50,000 - 60,000 + 15% Non-Contributary Pension + Flexible working hours + Hybrid work + World renowned sites + Company Benefits London (Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, The Royal Mews, St James' Palace) Are you a Contracts Manager or similar from a Property Projects / Heritage Properties background looking for a technically challenging role working on dynamic and varied projects within some of the World's most recognisable properties including Windsor Castle in a role offering a 15% Non-Contributory Pension? In this role you will be working for the Royal Household across their Windsor properties, including Windsor Castle and Home Park, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are managed successfully and for making sure work is planned and delivered accordingly. You will undertake end-to-end project management on varied and exciting projects across four London based Royal sites, as you work closely with other colleagues and the senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for managing stakeholder relationships, upkeep of sites and ensuring completion of the works on time and within budget. This role would suit a Contracts Manager with a background in managing Property Projects / Heritage Properties or similar looking for an autonomous role where you will be working across the King's official residences. The Role: End-to-end project management across 4 Royal sites Manage stakeholder relationships Liaise closely with Property Section colleagues to ensure that work is appropriately co-ordinated Supervise and support junior team members Ensure completion of projects on time and within budget 37.5 hour week (Flexible start / finish times)- some hybrid work opportunities Oversee Contracts The Person: Contracts Manager or similar Property Projects / Heritage Properties background Looking to work in Royal Residences Commutable to Windsor Reference number: BBBH12669 Contracts, Property, Project, Manager, Surveying, Operations, Contract Administration, Chartered, Heritage Properties, London, Technical, MRICS, Berkshire, Windsor, Castle, Home Park We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Contracts Manager (Property / Royal Household) 50,000 - 60,000 + 15% Non-Contributary Pension + Flexible working hours + Hybrid work + World renowned sites + Company Benefits London (Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, The Royal Mews, St James' Palace) Are you a Contracts Manager or similar from a Property Projects / Heritage Properties background looking for a technically challenging role working on dynamic and varied projects within some of the World's most recognisable properties including Buckingham Palace in a role offering a 15% Non-Contributory Pension? Based in Buckingham Palace, The Royal Mews, St James Palace and Kensington Palace, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are managed successfully and for making sure work is planned and delivered accordingly. You will undertake end-to-end project management on varied and exciting projects across four London based Royal sites, as you work closely with other colleagues and the senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for managing stakeholder relationships, upkeep of sites and ensuring completion of the works on time and within budget. This role would suit a Property Project Manager with a background in managing projects across Heritage Properties or similar looking for an autonomous role where you will be working across the King's official residences. The Role: End-to-end project management across 4 Royal sites Manage stakeholder relationships Liaise closely with Property Section colleagues to ensure that work is appropriately co-ordinated Supervise and support junior team members Ensure completion of projects on time and within budget 37.5 hour week (Flexible start / finish times)- some hybrid work opportunities Oversee Contracts The Person: Contracts Manager or similar Property Projects / Heritage Properties background Looking to work in Royal Residences Reference number: BBBH12668 Contracts, Property, Project, Manager, Surveying, Operations, Chartered, Heritage Properties, London, Technical, MRICS, Westminster, Buckingham Palace, The Royal Mews, St James Palace, Kensington Palace If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Contracts Manager (Property / Royal Household) 50,000 - 60,000 + 15% Non-Contributary Pension + Flexible working hours + Hybrid work + World renowned sites + Company Benefits London (Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, The Royal Mews, St James' Palace) Are you a Contracts Manager or similar from a Property Projects / Heritage Properties background looking for a technically challenging role working on dynamic and varied projects within some of the World's most recognisable properties including Buckingham Palace in a role offering a 15% Non-Contributory Pension? Based in Buckingham Palace, The Royal Mews, St James Palace and Kensington Palace, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are managed successfully and for making sure work is planned and delivered accordingly. You will undertake end-to-end project management on varied and exciting projects across four London based Royal sites, as you work closely with other colleagues and the senior leadership team, you will also be responsible for managing stakeholder relationships, upkeep of sites and ensuring completion of the works on time and within budget. This role would suit a Property Project Manager with a background in managing projects across Heritage Properties or similar looking for an autonomous role where you will be working across the King's official residences. The Role: End-to-end project management across 4 Royal sites Manage stakeholder relationships Liaise closely with Property Section colleagues to ensure that work is appropriately co-ordinated Supervise and support junior team members Ensure completion of projects on time and within budget 37.5 hour week (Flexible start / finish times)- some hybrid work opportunities Oversee Contracts The Person: Contracts Manager or similar Property Projects / Heritage Properties background Looking to work in Royal Residences Reference number: BBBH12668 Contracts, Property, Project, Manager, Surveying, Operations, Chartered, Heritage Properties, London, Technical, MRICS, Westminster, Buckingham Palace, The Royal Mews, St James Palace, Kensington Palace If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.
Your new company Industry leading and fast paced this business is seeking to appoint a technically astute finance professional to join a team orientated business with a high performing culture. With a strong track record as market leaders you will join a professional business with a high performing culture. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director and supporting both operational and strategic management for the management accounts process and finance team. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance department you will have direct line management providing coaching and development opportunities. You will complete monthly forecasts and budgeting working with senior stakeholders. In addition, you will assist in managing the cost control and analyse financial data to support commercial business decisions. Your role will involve reviewing sales revenue and weekly reporting as well as providing monthly board financial statics. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or qualified by experience. You will be a commercially minded individual with strong analytical skills developed within a professional environment. You will also need to have strong communications skills as well as being highly organised and a self-starter with good interpersonal skills. What you'll get in return Offering a competitive salary 55,000- 70,000 depending on experience. This company also offers additional benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible working arrangements, option to buy/sell holiday, contributory pension scheme, death in service, benefits hub plus many more. An excellent opportunity to work for an employer of choice in a supportive environment whereby you will evolve and develop your skillset. 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 on 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 (url removed)
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Your new company Industry leading and fast paced this business is seeking to appoint a technically astute finance professional to join a team orientated business with a high performing culture. With a strong track record as market leaders you will join a professional business with a high performing culture. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director and supporting both operational and strategic management for the management accounts process and finance team. Responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance department you will have direct line management providing coaching and development opportunities. You will complete monthly forecasts and budgeting working with senior stakeholders. In addition, you will assist in managing the cost control and analyse financial data to support commercial business decisions. Your role will involve reviewing sales revenue and weekly reporting as well as providing monthly board financial statics. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or qualified by experience. You will be a commercially minded individual with strong analytical skills developed within a professional environment. You will also need to have strong communications skills as well as being highly organised and a self-starter with good interpersonal skills. What you'll get in return Offering a competitive salary 55,000- 70,000 depending on experience. This company also offers additional benefits including a bonus scheme, flexible working arrangements, option to buy/sell holiday, contributory pension scheme, death in service, benefits hub plus many more. An excellent opportunity to work for an employer of choice in a supportive environment whereby you will evolve and develop your skillset. 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 on 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 (url removed)
Our client, an established and expanding Property Management Group based in Glasgow, are currently seeking a Senior Property Manager to join them due to continued growth. As the Senior Property Manager, you will be managing a portfolio across the region whilst managing a team within the business. This role will be office based with an attractive package on offer. It is envisaged that the ideal candidate has experience within the factoring industry and either experience at a senior level, or looking to take the step up to senior level. This opportunity also offers good progression within the business to an even more senior level in the future. Key Duties and Overview of The Role: Building and maintaining relationships with both customers and contractors Conduct regular owners' meetings, in both individual and group settings Plan, attend and manage evening AGM's for portfolio sites Line management of designated Property Management Support staff member Manage a complex, high value portfolio of properties Responsible for instructing and monitoring both reactive and proactive repairs Manage and co-ordinate customer insurance claims process Job Type: Permanent Reporting to: Associate Director Start Date: As soon as possible Senior Property Manager Position Requirements Must be based within commuting distance of Glasgow Must have prior experience working in a similar role Professional Manner Minimum 3 years' property factoring industry experience Strong technical knowledge within the residential property field Full, clean driving license required Further requirements to be discussed Senior Property Manager Position Remuneration Salary: 35,000 + Car Allowance Holiday Pension scheme Annual profit-sharing bonus Employee loan scheme Complimentary birthday off every year Additional complimentary festive leave 3 additional hour back leave vouchers per year All expenses paid annual Summer & Christmas nights out Early finish on a Friday Extra 15 minutes for lunch when it's warm & sunny Monthly fully paid staff pizza and pasta lunch Kitchen stocked with essentials to help yourself to Free sanitary products Group challenges with prizes up for grabs Full package to be discussed at interview stage Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Our client, an established and expanding Property Management Group based in Glasgow, are currently seeking a Senior Property Manager to join them due to continued growth. As the Senior Property Manager, you will be managing a portfolio across the region whilst managing a team within the business. This role will be office based with an attractive package on offer. It is envisaged that the ideal candidate has experience within the factoring industry and either experience at a senior level, or looking to take the step up to senior level. This opportunity also offers good progression within the business to an even more senior level in the future. Key Duties and Overview of The Role: Building and maintaining relationships with both customers and contractors Conduct regular owners' meetings, in both individual and group settings Plan, attend and manage evening AGM's for portfolio sites Line management of designated Property Management Support staff member Manage a complex, high value portfolio of properties Responsible for instructing and monitoring both reactive and proactive repairs Manage and co-ordinate customer insurance claims process Job Type: Permanent Reporting to: Associate Director Start Date: As soon as possible Senior Property Manager Position Requirements Must be based within commuting distance of Glasgow Must have prior experience working in a similar role Professional Manner Minimum 3 years' property factoring industry experience Strong technical knowledge within the residential property field Full, clean driving license required Further requirements to be discussed Senior Property Manager Position Remuneration Salary: 35,000 + Car Allowance Holiday Pension scheme Annual profit-sharing bonus Employee loan scheme Complimentary birthday off every year Additional complimentary festive leave 3 additional hour back leave vouchers per year All expenses paid annual Summer & Christmas nights out Early finish on a Friday Extra 15 minutes for lunch when it's warm & sunny Monthly fully paid staff pizza and pasta lunch Kitchen stocked with essentials to help yourself to Free sanitary products Group challenges with prizes up for grabs Full package to be discussed at interview stage Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, and contact you in relation to this application and the services we offer.
The Contract Manager (CM) will ensure the delivery of high-quality professional TFM services in line with contractual requirements, building an effective partnership with the client, supporting their strategy and bespoke requirements. The CM will provide effective leadership, management and development of the Contract, ensuring financial and operational commitments are met and exceeded. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the contract management of the staff, operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical plants/services, project works and Building performance Daily management of the Engineering team including compliance with CBRE disciplinary processes and procedures To direct, instruct and manage all CBRE staff under their control as well as SSP's ensuring compliance with working practices. To complete the weekly operations report to the client and attend weekly operations meeting, client meetings as requested, in conjunction with the client. Ensure that all matters that may impact the smooth running of the building and facilities are immediately reported to both CBRE and the contracts Senior Management. To conduct regular reviews of operating procedures making recommendations for improvement with appropriate working practices and emergency/contingency procedures within the critical systems. Liaise and keep informed both the client and the CBRE Area Manager on all aspects of contract problems (defects & deficiencies). To ensure that all staff within their control are conversant with the operation and control of critical and noncritical systems installed within the portfolio. To ensure quality is maintained throughout the facilities. Ensuring business policies and processes are effectively communicated, and implemented within the contract. Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across contracts, balancing cost reduction with the delivery of service excellence. Working with other Operations Managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective team working, and support to colleagues. Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded. Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met. Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts. Provision of leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support, where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward. Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate. Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and are able to reach their full future potential. Demonstrate a willingness to attend on and off site training for plant and systems as they are installed. This may require nights away from home. Experience Required: Experience in Facilities Management industry. Strong communication skills. Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team of technicians/operatives. Possess an understanding of Health and Safety issues, NEBOSH / IOSH, or equivalent formal training would be desirable. Conversant with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). A good level of English and Mathematics required. Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to prioritise workloads. Ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm, clear thinking and able to deliver the required services to the client within given time constraints.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
The Contract Manager (CM) will ensure the delivery of high-quality professional TFM services in line with contractual requirements, building an effective partnership with the client, supporting their strategy and bespoke requirements. The CM will provide effective leadership, management and development of the Contract, ensuring financial and operational commitments are met and exceeded. Key Responsibilities Responsible for the contract management of the staff, operation and maintenance of all electrical and mechanical plants/services, project works and Building performance Daily management of the Engineering team including compliance with CBRE disciplinary processes and procedures To direct, instruct and manage all CBRE staff under their control as well as SSP's ensuring compliance with working practices. To complete the weekly operations report to the client and attend weekly operations meeting, client meetings as requested, in conjunction with the client. Ensure that all matters that may impact the smooth running of the building and facilities are immediately reported to both CBRE and the contracts Senior Management. To conduct regular reviews of operating procedures making recommendations for improvement with appropriate working practices and emergency/contingency procedures within the critical systems. Liaise and keep informed both the client and the CBRE Area Manager on all aspects of contract problems (defects & deficiencies). To ensure that all staff within their control are conversant with the operation and control of critical and noncritical systems installed within the portfolio. To ensure quality is maintained throughout the facilities. Ensuring business policies and processes are effectively communicated, and implemented within the contract. Ensure optimum staffing structures operate across contracts, balancing cost reduction with the delivery of service excellence. Working with other Operations Managers to ensure the collaborative development of the business, effective team working, and support to colleagues. Development of contract financial plans for revenue and profit delivery, reduction of WIP, debt, cost reduction and contract growth, and ensure that these are met and exceeded. Ensure appropriate control systems to ensure statutory, policy and contractual commitments are met. Ensuring a customer focus within all areas of operational activities, and that effective relationships are maintained with key client contacts. Provision of leadership and guidance, advice, coaching and direct support, where required to deliver best practice selection, training, assessment and recognition/reward. Delivering effective business communication through advice, review, leadership and direct contribution to management and team meetings, briefings, consultation forums, correspondence, publicity, monthly and ad-hoc reporting and other publications, as appropriate. Provide a learning environment, and appropriate training and development planning. Ensure basic training needs are delivered, employees are fully competent to undertake their roles, and are able to reach their full future potential. Demonstrate a willingness to attend on and off site training for plant and systems as they are installed. This may require nights away from home. Experience Required: Experience in Facilities Management industry. Strong communication skills. Ability to lead, motivate and direct a team of technicians/operatives. Possess an understanding of Health and Safety issues, NEBOSH / IOSH, or equivalent formal training would be desirable. Conversant with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). A good level of English and Mathematics required. Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to prioritise workloads. Ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm, clear thinking and able to deliver the required services to the client within given time constraints.
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Technical Energy Manager to join the team located in London and will be responsible for supporting clients to deliver and validate energy, carbon and cost reductions. Identify and implement energy efficiency measures, low and zero carbon solutions and operational best practices. The purpose of this role is: To ensure the effective management of energy resources to meet client's objectives and targets. To identify, develop and implement new energy related opportunities Carry out all energy related tasks to ensure service provision and compliance To motivate and train people in energy management This role is to cover a portfolio of clients in various industries to help achieve their ESG targets. The role has a heavy reliance on building relationships with senior fm clients in order to understand their requirements and present proposals for approval and funding. Due to this the role has a heavy weighting to sales although the individual must be able to convert these sales into operation deliverables and report back to the client. There is an opportunity to build a team should demand grow. Primary Objectives and Tasks: Maintain a thorough understanding of corporate energy strategy, legal, statutory and technical issues which affect the client's premises Assist clients to measure, monitor and report on energy consumption and carbon emissions Develop and advise on energy strategy/solutions, developing these into working projects, which meet client objectives and best practice Identify opportunities to reduce carbon emissions within clients' property portfolios Calculate potential savings in terms of kWh, CO2 and cost Deliver on these opportunities through managing installations & behavioral changes To be able to normalise and verify savings post implementation Assist clients to meet their increasingly challenging compliance requirements Support wider energy management objectives, for example through energy procurement Provide full feasibility studies of costed initiatives / projects to reduce energy usage. Project management and implementation of initiatives. Work with and support the Head of Projects, ensuring that projects are as energy efficient as is financially possible. Provide monitoring and verification through the full cycle of the project to achieve cost and energy efficient solutions. Ensure clients benefit from emerging opportunities, innovation and technology Support clients' wider sustainability and corporate social responsibility objectives Keep abreast of Energy Market developments and changes, ensuring that the client comply with all Energy related Legislation Train Energy Engineers and manage their activity, ensuring their expedient us Core Competencies: Extensive working knowledge of BMS and control theory. Extensive knowledge of the principle techniques and technologies which support the efficient use of energy. Competency in current benchmark techniques and statistical analysis Understand the principles behind HVAC, refrigeration and Lighting operation and system design / integration Capable of preparing fully costed energy efficiency proposals and reports Ability to carry out full energy surveys and feasibility studies of energy technologies Qualifications Degree ideally in energy and sustainability, engineering or building services Specific energy efficiency / low carbon qualifications are desirable Relevant professional membership e.g. CIBSE, Energy Institute Skills & Experience Project management skills, with ability to manage multiple complex work-streams and clients, ability to manage budgets Delivers work efficiently and to time Experience in energy efficiency and wider sustainable energy is required Experience of energy management, including energy procurement and compliance would be beneficial Extensive knowledge of the principle techniques and technologies which support the efficient use of energy Ability to interpret energy data and use as a basis for reduction strategies Knowledge of Low and zero carbon technologies Exceptional report writing skills with ability to communicate technical issues effectively
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Technical Energy Manager to join the team located in London and will be responsible for supporting clients to deliver and validate energy, carbon and cost reductions. Identify and implement energy efficiency measures, low and zero carbon solutions and operational best practices. The purpose of this role is: To ensure the effective management of energy resources to meet client's objectives and targets. To identify, develop and implement new energy related opportunities Carry out all energy related tasks to ensure service provision and compliance To motivate and train people in energy management This role is to cover a portfolio of clients in various industries to help achieve their ESG targets. The role has a heavy reliance on building relationships with senior fm clients in order to understand their requirements and present proposals for approval and funding. Due to this the role has a heavy weighting to sales although the individual must be able to convert these sales into operation deliverables and report back to the client. There is an opportunity to build a team should demand grow. Primary Objectives and Tasks: Maintain a thorough understanding of corporate energy strategy, legal, statutory and technical issues which affect the client's premises Assist clients to measure, monitor and report on energy consumption and carbon emissions Develop and advise on energy strategy/solutions, developing these into working projects, which meet client objectives and best practice Identify opportunities to reduce carbon emissions within clients' property portfolios Calculate potential savings in terms of kWh, CO2 and cost Deliver on these opportunities through managing installations & behavioral changes To be able to normalise and verify savings post implementation Assist clients to meet their increasingly challenging compliance requirements Support wider energy management objectives, for example through energy procurement Provide full feasibility studies of costed initiatives / projects to reduce energy usage. Project management and implementation of initiatives. Work with and support the Head of Projects, ensuring that projects are as energy efficient as is financially possible. Provide monitoring and verification through the full cycle of the project to achieve cost and energy efficient solutions. Ensure clients benefit from emerging opportunities, innovation and technology Support clients' wider sustainability and corporate social responsibility objectives Keep abreast of Energy Market developments and changes, ensuring that the client comply with all Energy related Legislation Train Energy Engineers and manage their activity, ensuring their expedient us Core Competencies: Extensive working knowledge of BMS and control theory. Extensive knowledge of the principle techniques and technologies which support the efficient use of energy. Competency in current benchmark techniques and statistical analysis Understand the principles behind HVAC, refrigeration and Lighting operation and system design / integration Capable of preparing fully costed energy efficiency proposals and reports Ability to carry out full energy surveys and feasibility studies of energy technologies Qualifications Degree ideally in energy and sustainability, engineering or building services Specific energy efficiency / low carbon qualifications are desirable Relevant professional membership e.g. CIBSE, Energy Institute Skills & Experience Project management skills, with ability to manage multiple complex work-streams and clients, ability to manage budgets Delivers work efficiently and to time Experience in energy efficiency and wider sustainable energy is required Experience of energy management, including energy procurement and compliance would be beneficial Extensive knowledge of the principle techniques and technologies which support the efficient use of energy Ability to interpret energy data and use as a basis for reduction strategies Knowledge of Low and zero carbon technologies Exceptional report writing skills with ability to communicate technical issues effectively
Technical Services Manager Location: RAF Croughton Salary: £38,000- £42,000 Plus Car / Allowance Girling Jones are seeking a Technical Services Manager Mechanical/HVAC to manage and support 9 engineers in the PPM & reactive maintenance tasks across RAF Croughton. The Technical Services Manager will provide key operational support to the business, delivering a great service to our customers, whilst ensuring works are completed on time and within service requirements. You will be expected to take a direct interest in the Health & Safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your work activities and will be required to complete any training required for the role. This role will see you manage around 10 Mechanical/HVAC Engineers carrying out planned and reactive maintenance works around the site, as well as external contractors to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard and in compliance with contract requirements and key performance indicators. You will assist the Maintenance Manager with developing maintenance standards and processes, take responsibility for developing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements and lead the team by example, promoting an environment of positivity and a 'can-do' culture. What You Need To Do The Job As part of this role, you will be expected to provide technical advice and support to your team members and customers, and as such, it is important that you are an appropriately qualified Mechanical or HVAC Engineer. It is equally important that you have experience of managing or supervising engineering teams. You should have good knowledge of Health and Safety and hold COSHH and RIDDOR. This role will see you spend roughly 60% of your time being office based and 40% doing quality checks. You will not be on the tools as part of your day to day job. You must be IT literate, and confident in the use of Microsoft Exel, Powerpoint and Outlook. You will be responsible for reporting against KPIs and presenting back to the senior managers. You will need a full UK driving licence and the ability to pass SC Clearance which is a requirement for the role. What We Offer £38,000- £42,000 Company car/car allowance Single private medical cover Life assurance 2x base salary 25 days annual leave 6% employee matched pension contribution Rewards Hub
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Technical Services Manager Location: RAF Croughton Salary: £38,000- £42,000 Plus Car / Allowance Girling Jones are seeking a Technical Services Manager Mechanical/HVAC to manage and support 9 engineers in the PPM & reactive maintenance tasks across RAF Croughton. The Technical Services Manager will provide key operational support to the business, delivering a great service to our customers, whilst ensuring works are completed on time and within service requirements. You will be expected to take a direct interest in the Health & Safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your work activities and will be required to complete any training required for the role. This role will see you manage around 10 Mechanical/HVAC Engineers carrying out planned and reactive maintenance works around the site, as well as external contractors to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard and in compliance with contract requirements and key performance indicators. You will assist the Maintenance Manager with developing maintenance standards and processes, take responsibility for developing and reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements and lead the team by example, promoting an environment of positivity and a 'can-do' culture. What You Need To Do The Job As part of this role, you will be expected to provide technical advice and support to your team members and customers, and as such, it is important that you are an appropriately qualified Mechanical or HVAC Engineer. It is equally important that you have experience of managing or supervising engineering teams. You should have good knowledge of Health and Safety and hold COSHH and RIDDOR. This role will see you spend roughly 60% of your time being office based and 40% doing quality checks. You will not be on the tools as part of your day to day job. You must be IT literate, and confident in the use of Microsoft Exel, Powerpoint and Outlook. You will be responsible for reporting against KPIs and presenting back to the senior managers. You will need a full UK driving licence and the ability to pass SC Clearance which is a requirement for the role. What We Offer £38,000- £42,000 Company car/car allowance Single private medical cover Life assurance 2x base salary 25 days annual leave 6% employee matched pension contribution Rewards Hub
Our Clients are looking for a Fire Safety Surveyor to assist the Fire Safety Manager to effectively and efficiently plan and deliver the fire safety programmes and requirements and planned maintenance programmes to Our Clients owned housing stock, including writing specifications, contract monitoring, financial management and contract compliance. Essential Criteria Job Related Education, Qualifications and Knowledge Educated to minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Knowledge of fire safety requirements for housing stock including emerging Building Safety legislation and requirements. Qualified Fire Risk assessor. Knowledge of health and safety legislation for housing providers. Knowledge of the construction and housing sector and relevant impacts for fire and building safety. Experience Experience of managing fire safety across a large portfolio of residential buildings including high rise blocks, medium and low rise blocks and houses. Experience of managing a comprehensive programme of Fire Risk Assessments and resulting actions through to completion. Experience of providing and procuring technical fire safety advice for repair and refurbishment projects as well as the ongoing management of housing stock. Experience of developing and implementing fire safety strategies, policies, systems and procedures. Skills and Abilities Ability to manage a large number of risks in a methodical and controlled way, controlling risk appropriately and actively reducing risks through improvements to systems and delivering actions. Ability to lead and motivate others not under direct Ability to develop cohesive strategies and communicate these effectively with a wide range of stakeholders Ability to manage a range of service providers including direct contractors, consultants and partners Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to proactively resolve issues directly Ability to credibly challenge and identify problems, influence decision making and negotiate at a senior level. Excellent presentation/communication/negotiation skills If this role is of interest and you meet the above criteria, then please apply immediately
Apr 30, 2024
Contract
Our Clients are looking for a Fire Safety Surveyor to assist the Fire Safety Manager to effectively and efficiently plan and deliver the fire safety programmes and requirements and planned maintenance programmes to Our Clients owned housing stock, including writing specifications, contract monitoring, financial management and contract compliance. Essential Criteria Job Related Education, Qualifications and Knowledge Educated to minimum NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Knowledge of fire safety requirements for housing stock including emerging Building Safety legislation and requirements. Qualified Fire Risk assessor. Knowledge of health and safety legislation for housing providers. Knowledge of the construction and housing sector and relevant impacts for fire and building safety. Experience Experience of managing fire safety across a large portfolio of residential buildings including high rise blocks, medium and low rise blocks and houses. Experience of managing a comprehensive programme of Fire Risk Assessments and resulting actions through to completion. Experience of providing and procuring technical fire safety advice for repair and refurbishment projects as well as the ongoing management of housing stock. Experience of developing and implementing fire safety strategies, policies, systems and procedures. Skills and Abilities Ability to manage a large number of risks in a methodical and controlled way, controlling risk appropriately and actively reducing risks through improvements to systems and delivering actions. Ability to lead and motivate others not under direct Ability to develop cohesive strategies and communicate these effectively with a wide range of stakeholders Ability to manage a range of service providers including direct contractors, consultants and partners Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to proactively resolve issues directly Ability to credibly challenge and identify problems, influence decision making and negotiate at a senior level. Excellent presentation/communication/negotiation skills If this role is of interest and you meet the above criteria, then please apply immediately
Finegreen are currently supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of an experienced Estates Manager, due to the skills mix within the Estates Department this candidate will need to have an electrical bias. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure the provision of an efficient, effective and safe patient focused maintenance service, within the allocated budgets, using directly employed staff and contractors, and through the development of suitable operational plans and maintenance programmes; Responsible for engineering maintenance, including contract work is carried out to appropriate standards and specifications; Responsible for the management of maintenance staff; Acts as Coordinating Authorised Person (CAP) for the Trust and Authorised Person (AP) in relation to a number of specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. medical gas, high voltage electrical, low voltage electrical, pressure systems, decontamination, lifts, water, asbestos or specialised ventilation systems; Implements and maintains physical assets register; oversees minor schemes and capital Work; Leads the on-going development and continuous improvement of the maintenance and repair services within his/her remit; Provides expert specialist and professional building and engineering expertise to other estates staff, directors, and senior management of the organisation, and may also advise external agencies; Lead on operational estates maintenance and repair services for all hospital buildings, services, fabric and equipment covered by the Estates Department policies and procedures; Responsible for the day-to-day management of the allocated Directly Employed Labour (DEL) workforce (which in the main is sub-divided as electrical, mechanical or building bias trades), together with its actions and undertakings; The ideal candidate will have: Comprehensive experience working within an Estates management position within a healthcare setting ideally, but can look at candidates outside this within similar settings; Able to work from technical drawings, circuit diagrams, manufacturers details and operational manuals and utilise CAD-CAM system for building plans; Qualified Electrical background, either degree level or related work based experience qualifications. If you are interested in the role, please contact Donna Larder on (phone number removed) or send your to (url removed)
Apr 30, 2024
Contract
Finegreen are currently supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of an experienced Estates Manager, due to the skills mix within the Estates Department this candidate will need to have an electrical bias. Key responsibilities will include: Ensure the provision of an efficient, effective and safe patient focused maintenance service, within the allocated budgets, using directly employed staff and contractors, and through the development of suitable operational plans and maintenance programmes; Responsible for engineering maintenance, including contract work is carried out to appropriate standards and specifications; Responsible for the management of maintenance staff; Acts as Coordinating Authorised Person (CAP) for the Trust and Authorised Person (AP) in relation to a number of specific maintenance responsibilities e.g. medical gas, high voltage electrical, low voltage electrical, pressure systems, decontamination, lifts, water, asbestos or specialised ventilation systems; Implements and maintains physical assets register; oversees minor schemes and capital Work; Leads the on-going development and continuous improvement of the maintenance and repair services within his/her remit; Provides expert specialist and professional building and engineering expertise to other estates staff, directors, and senior management of the organisation, and may also advise external agencies; Lead on operational estates maintenance and repair services for all hospital buildings, services, fabric and equipment covered by the Estates Department policies and procedures; Responsible for the day-to-day management of the allocated Directly Employed Labour (DEL) workforce (which in the main is sub-divided as electrical, mechanical or building bias trades), together with its actions and undertakings; The ideal candidate will have: Comprehensive experience working within an Estates management position within a healthcare setting ideally, but can look at candidates outside this within similar settings; Able to work from technical drawings, circuit diagrams, manufacturers details and operational manuals and utilise CAD-CAM system for building plans; Qualified Electrical background, either degree level or related work based experience qualifications. If you are interested in the role, please contact Donna Larder on (phone number removed) or send your to (url removed)
Job Title: Head of Commercial Procurement Location: Farringdon, London or Beeston, Nottingham Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Position Salary Banding: Nottingham: 72,618 - 76,440 London: 83,511 - 87,906 About Us: Are you looking for a job that gives something back? Do you yearn for a role that contributes towards our vision that everyone should have a home and the chance to live well? Do you have strong commercial skills with a desire to collaborate to make a positive difference? If so, come and join one of the UK s leading providers of affordable housing and care & support services. We employ over 2000 people to manage & develop our large portfolio of nearly 56,000 homes serving over 75,000 customers across London, the East Midlands, Southern and the East of England. We dare you to join us! This role: As a senior team member of the Procurement Team, you will support the Director of Procurement & Sustainably in the creation of organisational excellence in procurement and purchasing. Leading through a Commercial approach, you will manage a team of Category Managers to develop excellent stakeholder relationships, deliver robust project leadership and adopt a commercial approach to problem-solving. You will oversee all strategic sourcing & tendering activities for all categories and contribute significantly to the successful delivery of procurement projects. You will identify and work to exceed internal & external customer expectations by delivering demonstrable value for money, creating innovative and robust approaches to getting the best from our suppliers and upholding compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation, including our own internal financial procedures. You will also develop our capabilities for all buying and commercial Procurement activities, whether regulated or otherwise, ensuring we always deliver, measure & improve VFM and negotiate the best terms with our suppliers. You will oversee the implementation and delivery of SRM working in conjunction with our Head of Sustainability & Supplier Management. What you'll need to succeed: You will already be a senior commercial procurement professional and have demonstrable experience, understanding & application of strategic sourcing methodologies & category management techniques. You will have extensive knowledge of previously managing a team to encourage their best and continually drive for high performance. At MTVH, you will develop, motivate and lead the Category Management team across a diverse spending portfolio, in accordance with agreed strategies & processes to optimise MTVH?s procurement spend. You will keep abreast of and ensure overall compliance with the latest internal financial procedures, relevant legislation & regulatory procurement compliance and lead the team to find a compliant balance of a flexible & commercial approach to project management. In order to deliver a comprehensive and commercial Category approach, you will ensure you are continually up to date and monitoring & reporting the detailed expenditure within each category, the suppliers & operating markets, the products & services they provide, current performance & service levels, value for money & opportunities for efficiency, and you will work to understand existing supplier performance and contract compliance in liaison with stakeholders. You will also ensure all Social Value and Sustainability requirements are negotiated into relevant contracts & you will work with relevant teams to ensure supplier promises are delivered. Additionally, you will support and oversee Supplier Relationship Management activities for key and critical suppliers, including supplier segmentation, contract management, supplier risk identification and mitigation and supplier performance. You will work to create strategic stakeholder relationships and hold your team accountable for excellence in procurement We also expect the qualifications/technical competencies (or equivalents) as specified below: Strategic thinker and ability to create and implement robust plans to make & improve progress across a diverse range of spend. Senior specialist commercial or industry experience in purchasing and supply in a senior management role. Significant experience & understanding and application of Strategic sourcing methodologies. Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience. Masters or degree level qualification plus senior specialist procurement knowledge and experience. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Head of Commercial Procurement Location: Farringdon, London or Beeston, Nottingham Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Position Salary Banding: Nottingham: 72,618 - 76,440 London: 83,511 - 87,906 About Us: Are you looking for a job that gives something back? Do you yearn for a role that contributes towards our vision that everyone should have a home and the chance to live well? Do you have strong commercial skills with a desire to collaborate to make a positive difference? If so, come and join one of the UK s leading providers of affordable housing and care & support services. We employ over 2000 people to manage & develop our large portfolio of nearly 56,000 homes serving over 75,000 customers across London, the East Midlands, Southern and the East of England. We dare you to join us! This role: As a senior team member of the Procurement Team, you will support the Director of Procurement & Sustainably in the creation of organisational excellence in procurement and purchasing. Leading through a Commercial approach, you will manage a team of Category Managers to develop excellent stakeholder relationships, deliver robust project leadership and adopt a commercial approach to problem-solving. You will oversee all strategic sourcing & tendering activities for all categories and contribute significantly to the successful delivery of procurement projects. You will identify and work to exceed internal & external customer expectations by delivering demonstrable value for money, creating innovative and robust approaches to getting the best from our suppliers and upholding compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation, including our own internal financial procedures. You will also develop our capabilities for all buying and commercial Procurement activities, whether regulated or otherwise, ensuring we always deliver, measure & improve VFM and negotiate the best terms with our suppliers. You will oversee the implementation and delivery of SRM working in conjunction with our Head of Sustainability & Supplier Management. What you'll need to succeed: You will already be a senior commercial procurement professional and have demonstrable experience, understanding & application of strategic sourcing methodologies & category management techniques. You will have extensive knowledge of previously managing a team to encourage their best and continually drive for high performance. At MTVH, you will develop, motivate and lead the Category Management team across a diverse spending portfolio, in accordance with agreed strategies & processes to optimise MTVH?s procurement spend. You will keep abreast of and ensure overall compliance with the latest internal financial procedures, relevant legislation & regulatory procurement compliance and lead the team to find a compliant balance of a flexible & commercial approach to project management. In order to deliver a comprehensive and commercial Category approach, you will ensure you are continually up to date and monitoring & reporting the detailed expenditure within each category, the suppliers & operating markets, the products & services they provide, current performance & service levels, value for money & opportunities for efficiency, and you will work to understand existing supplier performance and contract compliance in liaison with stakeholders. You will also ensure all Social Value and Sustainability requirements are negotiated into relevant contracts & you will work with relevant teams to ensure supplier promises are delivered. Additionally, you will support and oversee Supplier Relationship Management activities for key and critical suppliers, including supplier segmentation, contract management, supplier risk identification and mitigation and supplier performance. You will work to create strategic stakeholder relationships and hold your team accountable for excellence in procurement We also expect the qualifications/technical competencies (or equivalents) as specified below: Strategic thinker and ability to create and implement robust plans to make & improve progress across a diverse range of spend. Senior specialist commercial or industry experience in purchasing and supply in a senior management role. Significant experience & understanding and application of Strategic sourcing methodologies. Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience. Masters or degree level qualification plus senior specialist procurement knowledge and experience. Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Position: Technical Supervisor Location: Central London Salary: 50,000 per year + benefits Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm Job Purpose: Reporting to the Account Manager, you will be part of a leadership team motivating a group of highly skilled engineers on this state-of-the-art film lot. Ensuring that the team delivers all work to the highest standard first time, with health and safety at the forefront of what we do. Roles & Responsibilities: Operational site lead - responsible for the day to day operations and site deputy to Senior Customer Support the clients property portfolio admin, ensure accurate document libraries are maintained and occupancy data is available at all times Supports the overall strategic vision and delivers best in class operations to help enhance the workplace experience Attend client meetings, have good knowledge of site operations, encourage active improvements & provide feedback to clients Establish and maintain safe systems of work; working closely with the Account and Management team to maintain the reporting procedure for accidents and near misses Maintain a communication network to raise Health & Safety issues; ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all tasks are documented and communicated effectively Understand, anticipate and deliver customer (internal and external) needs while building effective relationships Attend and lead all Audits for compliance with relation to operational activities Assist to manage, train and support the Workspace site team including but not limited to effective services of Hospitality, M&E, Front of House, Cleaning, Finance, Helpdesk and Security - support to cover for all of the above roles during absence or times of high workload Lead in supporting the client in maintaining ISO accredited management systems and retaining accreditation's Manage, develop and improve use of Helpdesk system, operations and procedures Ensure the fabric of the building both externally and internally is maintained and serviced to a high standard in accordance with the management contract and agreed budgets To be responsible for all the health and safety compliance onsite, including that of third -party services providers and maintenance records; this includes ensuring appropriate management systems are regularly updated and monitored in accordance with all the Health and Safety requirements To oversee third party contracts to ensure the correct standard of service is provided in accordance with the agreed contract What we are looking for: Technical background (ideally electrical) Minimum 4+ years experience within facilities management/maintenance Ability to undertake all aspects of maintenance and installation requirements as required within the scope of the contract. Completion of IOSH Managing Safely or a similar qualification. Customer care and relationship-building skills. Experience in conducting surveys throughout client sites and preparing accurate reports. Ability to interact directly with customers in a professional manner and represent the company. Positive, self-motivated, proactive individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. The capacity to operate effectively under pressure, in front of the end client, and in rapidly changing environments and circumstances. The candidate must be confident in training others, communicating in high-pressure situations with management and clients, and enforcing safety rules. If you're ready for your next challenge, please apply today! Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Position: Technical Supervisor Location: Central London Salary: 50,000 per year + benefits Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm Job Purpose: Reporting to the Account Manager, you will be part of a leadership team motivating a group of highly skilled engineers on this state-of-the-art film lot. Ensuring that the team delivers all work to the highest standard first time, with health and safety at the forefront of what we do. Roles & Responsibilities: Operational site lead - responsible for the day to day operations and site deputy to Senior Customer Support the clients property portfolio admin, ensure accurate document libraries are maintained and occupancy data is available at all times Supports the overall strategic vision and delivers best in class operations to help enhance the workplace experience Attend client meetings, have good knowledge of site operations, encourage active improvements & provide feedback to clients Establish and maintain safe systems of work; working closely with the Account and Management team to maintain the reporting procedure for accidents and near misses Maintain a communication network to raise Health & Safety issues; ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all tasks are documented and communicated effectively Understand, anticipate and deliver customer (internal and external) needs while building effective relationships Attend and lead all Audits for compliance with relation to operational activities Assist to manage, train and support the Workspace site team including but not limited to effective services of Hospitality, M&E, Front of House, Cleaning, Finance, Helpdesk and Security - support to cover for all of the above roles during absence or times of high workload Lead in supporting the client in maintaining ISO accredited management systems and retaining accreditation's Manage, develop and improve use of Helpdesk system, operations and procedures Ensure the fabric of the building both externally and internally is maintained and serviced to a high standard in accordance with the management contract and agreed budgets To be responsible for all the health and safety compliance onsite, including that of third -party services providers and maintenance records; this includes ensuring appropriate management systems are regularly updated and monitored in accordance with all the Health and Safety requirements To oversee third party contracts to ensure the correct standard of service is provided in accordance with the agreed contract What we are looking for: Technical background (ideally electrical) Minimum 4+ years experience within facilities management/maintenance Ability to undertake all aspects of maintenance and installation requirements as required within the scope of the contract. Completion of IOSH Managing Safely or a similar qualification. Customer care and relationship-building skills. Experience in conducting surveys throughout client sites and preparing accurate reports. Ability to interact directly with customers in a professional manner and represent the company. Positive, self-motivated, proactive individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. The capacity to operate effectively under pressure, in front of the end client, and in rapidly changing environments and circumstances. The candidate must be confident in training others, communicating in high-pressure situations with management and clients, and enforcing safety rules. If you're ready for your next challenge, please apply today! Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Our client is looking for an experianced Property Surveyor to support the Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to deliver all aspects of planned works to customers in their homes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct ground-level surveys, validation surveys, mid-work inspections and handover inspections to properties on the planned works programmes. Project manage complex works within all aspects Project manage complex works within all aspects of planned works to support the client and develop a good understanding of the profile of the properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property. Provide high quality technical surveying assessments and/or advice and/or reports on major repairs / cyclical maintenance works / FRA / EPCs and any other contracted works. Alongside the Assets senior team provide support and development to other team members to deliver high quality surveying services. Ensure the contractors are fully compliant with relevant statutory and regulatory HSE & CDM requirements. Professional Experience Appropriate surveying qualifications /relevant experience Knowledge and ability to write detailed technical reports. Experience: Project management - Programme of works IT - UK Driving Licence Please contact Claudia for any additional queries .
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Our client is looking for an experianced Property Surveyor to support the Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to deliver all aspects of planned works to customers in their homes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct ground-level surveys, validation surveys, mid-work inspections and handover inspections to properties on the planned works programmes. Project manage complex works within all aspects Project manage complex works within all aspects of planned works to support the client and develop a good understanding of the profile of the properties in the area, primarily residential but including some commercial property. Provide high quality technical surveying assessments and/or advice and/or reports on major repairs / cyclical maintenance works / FRA / EPCs and any other contracted works. Alongside the Assets senior team provide support and development to other team members to deliver high quality surveying services. Ensure the contractors are fully compliant with relevant statutory and regulatory HSE & CDM requirements. Professional Experience Appropriate surveying qualifications /relevant experience Knowledge and ability to write detailed technical reports. Experience: Project management - Programme of works IT - UK Driving Licence Please contact Claudia for any additional queries .
Senior Account Manager (Rent Arrears) Salary: £36,225 per annum Location: Trowbridge and surrounding areas Flexible working opportunities Permanent, Full time (37hrs) Closing date: 7th May 2024 Interview date: TBC We are seeking a dedicated and organised Senior Account Manager to manage a portfolio of rent arrears cases. As a key member in the organisation, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation within the income and money advice team. It has the following main responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of complex current rent debt cases. Working to prevent customers losing their homes and contributing to our neighbourhoods being a great place to live. Representing the organisation in Court, dealing with Solicitors, advocates and other agencies to secure the best outcome for Selwood Housing. Providing technical expertise in tenancy law and a good knowledge of income collection tools. Supporting colleagues to drive excellent customer service. What we need For this role you ll need to have the following skills and experience: Expertise in housing and tenancy law and approaches to rent arrears recovery for all tenancy types Proven track record in controlling rent arrears and driving them down Expertise and demonstrable knowledge of financial inclusion issues and how this can influence rent arrears recovery. Proven ability for monitoring casework, organising, and prioritising where necessary. Ability to maximise use of information technology to pursue aims and make decisions efficiently and effectively. Ability to deal with demanding and challenging people in difficult/sensitive situations and with enquiries from customers about financial matters in a fair and consistent way. Who we are Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have nearly 7,000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset and employ over 300 staff from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham. Please visit our website for further information. What we offer Our main benefits include; 27 days holiday plus bank holidays 2 paid gifted days; one for your birthday and one over Christmas Buy / sell up to 1 weeks holiday Life assurance Flexible working opportunities giving you flexibility on how long, where and when you work to support better customer service and promote a work/life balance. Competitive pension (you pay 4%, we pay 4% or choose to opt in to our enhanced pension scheme, where you pay 4%, we pay 9%) Cycle to work scheme Dress down Fridays (for office-based colleagues) The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline Who we are Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have 7000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset and employ just over 300 employees from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Senior Account Manager (Rent Arrears) Salary: £36,225 per annum Location: Trowbridge and surrounding areas Flexible working opportunities Permanent, Full time (37hrs) Closing date: 7th May 2024 Interview date: TBC We are seeking a dedicated and organised Senior Account Manager to manage a portfolio of rent arrears cases. As a key member in the organisation, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation within the income and money advice team. It has the following main responsibilities: Managing a portfolio of complex current rent debt cases. Working to prevent customers losing their homes and contributing to our neighbourhoods being a great place to live. Representing the organisation in Court, dealing with Solicitors, advocates and other agencies to secure the best outcome for Selwood Housing. Providing technical expertise in tenancy law and a good knowledge of income collection tools. Supporting colleagues to drive excellent customer service. What we need For this role you ll need to have the following skills and experience: Expertise in housing and tenancy law and approaches to rent arrears recovery for all tenancy types Proven track record in controlling rent arrears and driving them down Expertise and demonstrable knowledge of financial inclusion issues and how this can influence rent arrears recovery. Proven ability for monitoring casework, organising, and prioritising where necessary. Ability to maximise use of information technology to pursue aims and make decisions efficiently and effectively. Ability to deal with demanding and challenging people in difficult/sensitive situations and with enquiries from customers about financial matters in a fair and consistent way. Who we are Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have nearly 7,000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset and employ over 300 staff from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham. Please visit our website for further information. What we offer Our main benefits include; 27 days holiday plus bank holidays 2 paid gifted days; one for your birthday and one over Christmas Buy / sell up to 1 weeks holiday Life assurance Flexible working opportunities giving you flexibility on how long, where and when you work to support better customer service and promote a work/life balance. Competitive pension (you pay 4%, we pay 4% or choose to opt in to our enhanced pension scheme, where you pay 4%, we pay 9%) Cycle to work scheme Dress down Fridays (for office-based colleagues) The closing date of this advert is subject to change based on the volume of applications or the hiring timeline Who we are Selwood Housing Group is a not-for-profit housing association committed to providing affordable local homes for our customers. We have 7000 homes for affordable rent and shared ownership in Wiltshire, Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset and employ just over 300 employees from our offices in Trowbridge and Melksham.
Metropolitan Thames Valley
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Senior Housing with Support Manager Nottingham 34,140 Overall responsibility The Area Manager for Later Living Services is responsible for up to 800 geographically dispersed units of accommodation split between Category 1 age designated accommodation, Category 2 sheltered accommodation and leaseholder/shared ownership accommodation. Properties may be centred around community provision, in blocks or dispersed. The post holder will recruit, train, lead, manage and support a team of site-based colleagues and will be responsible for all aspects of operational activity to include: Improving key performance around quality assurance, occupancy, debt, ASB management, customer engagement, complaint handling, safeguarding and compliance (list not exhaustive). Contribution to and delivery of the later living strategic plan at a local level and drive a continuous improvement culture whilst maintaining a focus on colleague competency and wellbeing. Raising customer voice and encouraging input to help shape services at a local level and building relationships with key stakeholders to support that delivery Making sure local service delivery is compliant with all regulatory, statutory, and internal governance/policy requirements. Colleague Management Customer Care Develop and maintain local multi-agency links for the benefit of customers and MTVH and use these to deliver efficient, co-ordinated services to customers. Understand the frameworks in place to support customers at risk and use these effectively. Work in partnership with all areas of the business and external providers to provide appropriate support for vulnerable customers. Manage complaints effectively, using strong customer and communication skills to resolve complaints at the first stage. Develop and maintain local relationships with key local stakeholders, and respond to enquiries from MPs, Councilors and other stakeholders relating to local issues. Feedback and engagement with customers on areas such as changes to Service Charges, Planned Works, Service Delivery, own the patch! To participate in any response to an emergency situation. Estate Services Be the lead for tenant and resident associations and any other estate or block resident forum, coordinating the input and performance of other internal and external performance areas to deliver a satisfactory outcome for residents and MTVH. Represent MTVH at local meetings and events with customers and stakeholders, and act as the public face of MTVH in the local area, and support the work of the Regional Panel. Take the lead on managing the local environment, working with customers, contractors and stakeholders to ensure that the environment meets service standards and customer expectations. Accountable for regular estate inspections and regular monitoring of service contracts including cleaning and grounds maintenance, acting to drive up standards of our partner contractors. Building productive and positive relationships with the accountable people for the contract management in different areas of the business. Report and monitor communal repairs reported during an estate inspection, escalating as necessary. Manage parking issues Conduct non-technical, health and safety checks on a regular basis and report any failures through the designated system, ensuring that remedial works are subsequently carried out Manage complex tenancy and lease related issues, including succession, mutual exchange, assignment of tenancies. Deal with service charge queries as required having a good local knowledge of the delivery of services and costs Tenancy Enforcement Take the lead on managing ASB cases in your assigned area, drawing in the support of the specialist Tenancy Enforcement team where needed. Deliver a robust approach to tenancy and estate management, including a clear and decisive approach to tackling fraud and subletting. Work with the central income team to manage arrears up to a defined limit including resident visits, referral to money advice and pre court action. Ensure tenants and leaseholders comply with the terms of their tenancy and lease agreements, undertaking investigations for allegations of anti-social behaviour, and undertaking tenancy and lease enforcement through formal warnings and the legal systems where necessary, including preparing cases for presentation to court. Lettings Management Support colleagues managed to conduct viewings of empty properties with new customers and complete new tenancy sign ups. Make sure pre tenancy termination and mutual exchange visits for all properties in the area take place as required, referring to the Property Directorate where appropriate. Ensuing settling in visits to ensure the well-being of new customers and refer to internal support agencies take place. Liaise with internal teams to promote the efficient management of empty properties. Budget Management Recruitment, management, and professional development of Housing with Support Managers and ensuring resources are effectively deployed within their area of responsibility Accountable for the Sheltered Housing Service reporting on and meeting internal and external KPI?s Working with business development to bring on line new initiatives to improve the offer to our customers, colleagues and commissioners. Manage relationships with customers, internal departments, managing agents, lease tenants, leaseholders and organisations providing support under an agreement with Metropolitan and follow up actions where required. Lead services by example, adhering to business standards, policies, processes, and procedures. Embed a positive safeguarding culture across their specified locality and manage complaints and incidents across their specified locality ensuring that policy and process have been followed. Contribute to the management of the service income and expenditure budgets effectively, to meet contract and business requirements, maintaining excellent standards of service delivery. For our full Job Description please see attached documents! Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Apr 30, 2024
Contract
Senior Housing with Support Manager Nottingham 34,140 Overall responsibility The Area Manager for Later Living Services is responsible for up to 800 geographically dispersed units of accommodation split between Category 1 age designated accommodation, Category 2 sheltered accommodation and leaseholder/shared ownership accommodation. Properties may be centred around community provision, in blocks or dispersed. The post holder will recruit, train, lead, manage and support a team of site-based colleagues and will be responsible for all aspects of operational activity to include: Improving key performance around quality assurance, occupancy, debt, ASB management, customer engagement, complaint handling, safeguarding and compliance (list not exhaustive). Contribution to and delivery of the later living strategic plan at a local level and drive a continuous improvement culture whilst maintaining a focus on colleague competency and wellbeing. Raising customer voice and encouraging input to help shape services at a local level and building relationships with key stakeholders to support that delivery Making sure local service delivery is compliant with all regulatory, statutory, and internal governance/policy requirements. Colleague Management Customer Care Develop and maintain local multi-agency links for the benefit of customers and MTVH and use these to deliver efficient, co-ordinated services to customers. Understand the frameworks in place to support customers at risk and use these effectively. Work in partnership with all areas of the business and external providers to provide appropriate support for vulnerable customers. Manage complaints effectively, using strong customer and communication skills to resolve complaints at the first stage. Develop and maintain local relationships with key local stakeholders, and respond to enquiries from MPs, Councilors and other stakeholders relating to local issues. Feedback and engagement with customers on areas such as changes to Service Charges, Planned Works, Service Delivery, own the patch! To participate in any response to an emergency situation. Estate Services Be the lead for tenant and resident associations and any other estate or block resident forum, coordinating the input and performance of other internal and external performance areas to deliver a satisfactory outcome for residents and MTVH. Represent MTVH at local meetings and events with customers and stakeholders, and act as the public face of MTVH in the local area, and support the work of the Regional Panel. Take the lead on managing the local environment, working with customers, contractors and stakeholders to ensure that the environment meets service standards and customer expectations. Accountable for regular estate inspections and regular monitoring of service contracts including cleaning and grounds maintenance, acting to drive up standards of our partner contractors. Building productive and positive relationships with the accountable people for the contract management in different areas of the business. Report and monitor communal repairs reported during an estate inspection, escalating as necessary. Manage parking issues Conduct non-technical, health and safety checks on a regular basis and report any failures through the designated system, ensuring that remedial works are subsequently carried out Manage complex tenancy and lease related issues, including succession, mutual exchange, assignment of tenancies. Deal with service charge queries as required having a good local knowledge of the delivery of services and costs Tenancy Enforcement Take the lead on managing ASB cases in your assigned area, drawing in the support of the specialist Tenancy Enforcement team where needed. Deliver a robust approach to tenancy and estate management, including a clear and decisive approach to tackling fraud and subletting. Work with the central income team to manage arrears up to a defined limit including resident visits, referral to money advice and pre court action. Ensure tenants and leaseholders comply with the terms of their tenancy and lease agreements, undertaking investigations for allegations of anti-social behaviour, and undertaking tenancy and lease enforcement through formal warnings and the legal systems where necessary, including preparing cases for presentation to court. Lettings Management Support colleagues managed to conduct viewings of empty properties with new customers and complete new tenancy sign ups. Make sure pre tenancy termination and mutual exchange visits for all properties in the area take place as required, referring to the Property Directorate where appropriate. Ensuing settling in visits to ensure the well-being of new customers and refer to internal support agencies take place. Liaise with internal teams to promote the efficient management of empty properties. Budget Management Recruitment, management, and professional development of Housing with Support Managers and ensuring resources are effectively deployed within their area of responsibility Accountable for the Sheltered Housing Service reporting on and meeting internal and external KPI?s Working with business development to bring on line new initiatives to improve the offer to our customers, colleagues and commissioners. Manage relationships with customers, internal departments, managing agents, lease tenants, leaseholders and organisations providing support under an agreement with Metropolitan and follow up actions where required. Lead services by example, adhering to business standards, policies, processes, and procedures. Embed a positive safeguarding culture across their specified locality and manage complaints and incidents across their specified locality ensuring that policy and process have been followed. Contribute to the management of the service income and expenditure budgets effectively, to meet contract and business requirements, maintaining excellent standards of service delivery. For our full Job Description please see attached documents! Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Building Surveyor (APC/MRICS), West Sussex. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join a specialist multi-disciplinary building and property consultancy based in the heart of Sussex. Role and responsibilities: 1) Undertake projects in accordance with RICS standards. 2) Provide technical and advisory guidance to clients and stakeholders and other technical team members. 3) Ensure, contribute, lead and identify on the delivery of quality assured client focused projects and services to meet the agreed clients' requirements. 4) Advise senior managers of potential business streams and actively work in conjunction with the marketing plan. 5) Promote a professional service on behalf of the Company to official representatives of external clients. 6) Support the company in terms of client development. 7) Prepare, specifications, drawings and carry out risk assessments for improvement, refurbishment and new building schemes. 8) Prepare tender documents, undertake contract administration duties/ project management and site monitoring duties of relevant contracts ensuring compliance and quality control. 9) Undertake site surveys in relation to condition / building surveying, schedules of condition, dilapidations, measured surveys and planned maintenance? defect analysis to include analytical investigation, research and preparation of technical reports. 10) Participate in conservation projects to include investigation in relation to materials, repair processes, quality control and innovative methods of repair and analysis. 11) Responsible for identifying new business opportunities. 12)Fee earning at 90% and contribute to the achievement of business plan objectives and targets. 13) This role requires frequent travel to other offices and sites as required. 14) Carry out duties appropriate to the grade of the post. 15) Promote continuous improvement and deliver demonstrable high-quality products and services which embrace quality standards. Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge: 1) Professional membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or equivalent and be working or prepared to work towards chartered status - Essential 2) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a Building Surveying related discipline - Essential 3) Holds a current site card or is prepared to immediately attain - Essential Skills and knowledge: 4) Experience in a similar related role - Essential 5) Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite - Essential 6) Knowledge of the Building Regulations and other construction and building surveying related legislation. 7) Familiar with current construction, health and safety legislation and risks and hazards associated with asbestos - Essential This is an excellent opportunity with offering a work/life balance and continual CPD. For further information please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed) 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.
Apr 30, 2024
Full time
Building Surveyor (APC/MRICS), West Sussex. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join a specialist multi-disciplinary building and property consultancy based in the heart of Sussex. Role and responsibilities: 1) Undertake projects in accordance with RICS standards. 2) Provide technical and advisory guidance to clients and stakeholders and other technical team members. 3) Ensure, contribute, lead and identify on the delivery of quality assured client focused projects and services to meet the agreed clients' requirements. 4) Advise senior managers of potential business streams and actively work in conjunction with the marketing plan. 5) Promote a professional service on behalf of the Company to official representatives of external clients. 6) Support the company in terms of client development. 7) Prepare, specifications, drawings and carry out risk assessments for improvement, refurbishment and new building schemes. 8) Prepare tender documents, undertake contract administration duties/ project management and site monitoring duties of relevant contracts ensuring compliance and quality control. 9) Undertake site surveys in relation to condition / building surveying, schedules of condition, dilapidations, measured surveys and planned maintenance? defect analysis to include analytical investigation, research and preparation of technical reports. 10) Participate in conservation projects to include investigation in relation to materials, repair processes, quality control and innovative methods of repair and analysis. 11) Responsible for identifying new business opportunities. 12)Fee earning at 90% and contribute to the achievement of business plan objectives and targets. 13) This role requires frequent travel to other offices and sites as required. 14) Carry out duties appropriate to the grade of the post. 15) Promote continuous improvement and deliver demonstrable high-quality products and services which embrace quality standards. Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge: 1) Professional membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or equivalent and be working or prepared to work towards chartered status - Essential 2) Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a Building Surveying related discipline - Essential 3) Holds a current site card or is prepared to immediately attain - Essential Skills and knowledge: 4) Experience in a similar related role - Essential 5) Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite - Essential 6) Knowledge of the Building Regulations and other construction and building surveying related legislation. 7) Familiar with current construction, health and safety legislation and risks and hazards associated with asbestos - Essential This is an excellent opportunity with offering a work/life balance and continual CPD. For further information please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed) 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.