We are currently working with a leading Social Housing Maintenance provider to recruit a Bid Writer for their growing bid/business development team. The role will be hybrid based, split between home and an office in East London The role holder will work with team members, internal and external stakeholders to develop, write and edit material for bids ensuring it meets both customer specifications and company standards and requirements, in order to win bids. Responsibilities: Write, review and edit bidding material, to ensure consistency of style, content and message and conformance to customer specification, scoring criteria and Company s commercial policy. Ensure Win Themes are reflected in bid responses and maximise potential to achieve highest possible quality scores Work closely with Operations, and Central Support Services to coordinate and review bid response content contributing to operational and commercial modeling as appropriate Ensure operationally viable, creative solutions that reflect best practice and value for money are submitted. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to share information and ensure that all requirements relating to tender documents are understood and taken into account. Requirements: Analytical mind Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of bids in the property/construction maintenance sector Track record in successful Bid writing, ideally for public sector clients Commercial awareness Innovation
15/01/2026
Full time
We are currently working with a leading Social Housing Maintenance provider to recruit a Bid Writer for their growing bid/business development team. The role will be hybrid based, split between home and an office in East London The role holder will work with team members, internal and external stakeholders to develop, write and edit material for bids ensuring it meets both customer specifications and company standards and requirements, in order to win bids. Responsibilities: Write, review and edit bidding material, to ensure consistency of style, content and message and conformance to customer specification, scoring criteria and Company s commercial policy. Ensure Win Themes are reflected in bid responses and maximise potential to achieve highest possible quality scores Work closely with Operations, and Central Support Services to coordinate and review bid response content contributing to operational and commercial modeling as appropriate Ensure operationally viable, creative solutions that reflect best practice and value for money are submitted. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to share information and ensure that all requirements relating to tender documents are understood and taken into account. Requirements: Analytical mind Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of bids in the property/construction maintenance sector Track record in successful Bid writing, ideally for public sector clients Commercial awareness Innovation
Our client is a prominent UK property maintenance organization that has recently expanded through the acquisition of a new business. With a turnover of £500 million, approximately 2,000 employees, and a nationwide presence, the company serves various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education. Supported by one of the leading global private equity funds, the Group is poised for accelerated growth through both organic expansion and further acquisitions. Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and experienced Bid Lead to join the team, and help manage and develop a team of bid writers/coordinators. This critical leadership role involves overseeing and integrating existing bidding teams as a key milestone in delivering our strategic growth plan. The Head of Bidding will play a pivotal role in securing new business and driving the company's growth objectives. This is a hybrid role, a combination of working from home with travel to office in East London. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, integrate, mentor and manage existing bidding teams across the organization. • Develop and implement effective bid strategies to secure contracts across various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education. • Oversee the entire bid process, from initial identification of opportunities to submission and post-tender activities. • Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful bid submissions. • Maintain a thorough understanding of public procurement rules, regulations, and tender procedures. • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform bidding strategies. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the bidding teams, enhancing processes and methodologies. Ideal Candidate Profile: • Experience: Over 10 years of experience in bid project management and tender writing, preferably within the property maintenance sector. • Expertise: Proven track record in bidding for contracts ideally with social housing clients, or local authorities, public sector clients, or related industries. • Skills: • Strong project management skills. • In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance. • Excellent strategic thinking and analytical abilities. • Proven leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. • Solid understanding of public procurement rules and tender procedures. Why Join this business? • Work with a leading organization at the forefront of the property maintenance industry. • Play a key role in shaping the company's growth trajectory. • Engage in challenging and rewarding projects across diverse sectors. • Be part of a dynamic and supportive team environment
15/01/2026
Full time
Our client is a prominent UK property maintenance organization that has recently expanded through the acquisition of a new business. With a turnover of £500 million, approximately 2,000 employees, and a nationwide presence, the company serves various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education. Supported by one of the leading global private equity funds, the Group is poised for accelerated growth through both organic expansion and further acquisitions. Position Overview: We are seeking a strategic and experienced Bid Lead to join the team, and help manage and develop a team of bid writers/coordinators. This critical leadership role involves overseeing and integrating existing bidding teams as a key milestone in delivering our strategic growth plan. The Head of Bidding will play a pivotal role in securing new business and driving the company's growth objectives. This is a hybrid role, a combination of working from home with travel to office in East London. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, integrate, mentor and manage existing bidding teams across the organization. • Develop and implement effective bid strategies to secure contracts across various sectors, including social housing, defence, hospitality, healthcare, and education. • Oversee the entire bid process, from initial identification of opportunities to submission and post-tender activities. • Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful bid submissions. • Maintain a thorough understanding of public procurement rules, regulations, and tender procedures. • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform bidding strategies. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the bidding teams, enhancing processes and methodologies. Ideal Candidate Profile: • Experience: Over 10 years of experience in bid project management and tender writing, preferably within the property maintenance sector. • Expertise: Proven track record in bidding for contracts ideally with social housing clients, or local authorities, public sector clients, or related industries. • Skills: • Strong project management skills. • In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance. • Excellent strategic thinking and analytical abilities. • Proven leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. • Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. • Solid understanding of public procurement rules and tender procedures. Why Join this business? • Work with a leading organization at the forefront of the property maintenance industry. • Play a key role in shaping the company's growth trajectory. • Engage in challenging and rewarding projects across diverse sectors. • Be part of a dynamic and supportive team environment
The individual will be responsible for delivering electrical designs, planning and delivery of customer projects, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget and to the agreed scope and quality standards across the organisations wide range of electrical and security services. The engineer may also be required to assist with the production of bids for new work opportunities. Based in Hanslope Park, with regular overseas travel, the Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading on the design, maintenance and management of a range of projects (typically up to 10M value). They may also be required to lead a multi-disciplinary team (in-house and external consultants) from inception through design, tendering, on-site supervision and completion. The job holder will engage customers, stakeholders and end-users at each stage of the process, ensuring that delivery of the end-product meets the brief. Understanding, capturing and defining the client's requirements and objectives is an important skill for this role. Good awareness of budget and resource management is essential in the job as is a willingness to travel overseas, sometimes at short notice. The job holder will be required to undertake electrical peer reviews for the M&E Engineering team electrical designs, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, IET regulations, Electricity at Works Act and any other applicable standard. Delivering to RIBA stages 0 to 7 is essential. Close working will be required with our Professional Head of Electrical Engineering (Authorising Engineer), ensuring compliance with our electrical policies, standards and guidance. Experience of contract administration would be of benefit. Close liaison with our in-house Regional Technical Lead's, Architects, Surveyors & Structural Engineers etc is necessary to ensure that all aspects of construction and property maintenance are co-ordinated. Engagement with, and management of, overseas-based construction consultants and Clerks of Works is also an essential part of this role. Authorised Person Low Voltage experience along with up-to-date training to provide support to the Authorising Electrical Engineer would be of benefit. Essential Electrical Engineering Level 6 or equivalent qualifications. Registered Incorporated or Chartered Engineer (I Eng or C Eng). Membership of professional Engineering body i.e., IET etc. Practical knowledge and experience of RIBA Design Stages. Experience designing Building Services, Electrical. Leading design and/or construction teams. Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation, CDM, Electricity at Work Regulations etc. Design software experience e.g., Trimble etc. Microsoft suite: Word, Excel, Outlook and Project. Desirable Authorised Person LV experience Knowledge of Generator systems. Knowledge of NEC 4 Contracts. Experience of working overseas. Electrical Testing qualification such as C&G 2391 This role will require frequent overseas travel, sometimes at short notice. Trips can vary from 1-2 days up to 2-3 weeks depending on location, access, project complexity etc
15/01/2026
Contract
The individual will be responsible for delivering electrical designs, planning and delivery of customer projects, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget and to the agreed scope and quality standards across the organisations wide range of electrical and security services. The engineer may also be required to assist with the production of bids for new work opportunities. Based in Hanslope Park, with regular overseas travel, the Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading on the design, maintenance and management of a range of projects (typically up to 10M value). They may also be required to lead a multi-disciplinary team (in-house and external consultants) from inception through design, tendering, on-site supervision and completion. The job holder will engage customers, stakeholders and end-users at each stage of the process, ensuring that delivery of the end-product meets the brief. Understanding, capturing and defining the client's requirements and objectives is an important skill for this role. Good awareness of budget and resource management is essential in the job as is a willingness to travel overseas, sometimes at short notice. The job holder will be required to undertake electrical peer reviews for the M&E Engineering team electrical designs, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, IET regulations, Electricity at Works Act and any other applicable standard. Delivering to RIBA stages 0 to 7 is essential. Close working will be required with our Professional Head of Electrical Engineering (Authorising Engineer), ensuring compliance with our electrical policies, standards and guidance. Experience of contract administration would be of benefit. Close liaison with our in-house Regional Technical Lead's, Architects, Surveyors & Structural Engineers etc is necessary to ensure that all aspects of construction and property maintenance are co-ordinated. Engagement with, and management of, overseas-based construction consultants and Clerks of Works is also an essential part of this role. Authorised Person Low Voltage experience along with up-to-date training to provide support to the Authorising Electrical Engineer would be of benefit. Essential Electrical Engineering Level 6 or equivalent qualifications. Registered Incorporated or Chartered Engineer (I Eng or C Eng). Membership of professional Engineering body i.e., IET etc. Practical knowledge and experience of RIBA Design Stages. Experience designing Building Services, Electrical. Leading design and/or construction teams. Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation, CDM, Electricity at Work Regulations etc. Design software experience e.g., Trimble etc. Microsoft suite: Word, Excel, Outlook and Project. Desirable Authorised Person LV experience Knowledge of Generator systems. Knowledge of NEC 4 Contracts. Experience of working overseas. Electrical Testing qualification such as C&G 2391 This role will require frequent overseas travel, sometimes at short notice. Trips can vary from 1-2 days up to 2-3 weeks depending on location, access, project complexity etc
Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair. Why Ferrovial? Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference. Collaborative excellence:Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation. Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth. Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health. Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency. Job Description: Position Summary Work as a key technical expert, providing estimates to the design and construction teams for Ireland bids. Support Ferrovial Construction's Irish bids pipeline portfolio of projects ensuring effective management across multiple initiatives and client-interfaces. Take full responsibility for construction activities, including input into head contracts, subcontracts, procurement, budgeting, cost control, delivery, and project cash flows for tenders in Ireland. Foster innovation by introducing new work practices, construction methods, and materials to enhance construction efficiency and profitability prospects. Collaborate with the bid team on strategic business planning and development of ideas that contribute to a winning bid. Develop a best-in-class construction management framework for tendering activity in Ireland, ensuring transparency in time, cost, and profit across bids while focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) and client deliverables. Coordinate with the tender design team to ensure that planned and proposed changes are acceptable and in accordance with the client's specifications. Support the pre and post design and construction development phases including the preparation of appropriate technical and engineering resources and subcontractors and materials reviews. Support the Bid Project Director in developing the winning strategy for the tender opportunity. Support the Bid Project Director in developing and implement integrated project controls system, reporting strategy and communications protocols. Support in/monitoring of the implementation of Bidding procedures in the UK & Ireland projects. Mentor UKIE bidding team members and manage the project team staff, including setting targets and reviewing performance. Coordination with Madrid Bidding Team and JV Partners where applicable. Identify complex construction and associated risks / opportunities and assist in resolving any problems. Post-Award/Handover & Delivery Phase Together with the Bid team, identify and contribute to the development and implementation of processes that will improve construction phase efficiency and productivity. Manage the project in accordance with the construction management plan. Manage the construction team in accordance with Ferrovial's talent and performance cycles. Ensure all H&SE, HR, Finance, Quality and Legal processes and policies are established prior to operations commencement. Work with the client and partners to ensure project objectives are actively monitored. Prepare and draft accurate reports detailing construction services' performance and reliability on a regular basis. Ensure project works are delivered in accordance with project management plan. Qualifications / Experience Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, construction management or a related field. Extensive experience in an estimation role in Water, Ports or Maritime and/or Tunneling and Rail infrastructure industries. Solid exposure to a commercial construction environment with multi-disciplinary technical experience, acquired globally. Highly desirable is experience with large-scale complex infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience managing multi-faceted major construction compliance and regulatory requirements. Previous experience in working within a project-oriented team Preparedness to coordinate project and site meetings with tender teams, subcontractors and suppliers. Relevant Skills and Competencies Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong client-focus and ability to work proactively with all types of stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to deal confidently and manage conflict and disputes with key internal and external stakeholders in a constructive manner. Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. Highly motivated and professional attitude. Ability to deal with effectively and calmly with people and situations. Good leader and negotiator with an excellent understanding of construction principles and the relationship between delivery teams and commercial functions. Contractual and legal acumen to interpret and negotiate terms pre-contract with clients and post with supply chain, supported by legal. Experience in dealing with multiple project stakeholders including design teams, quality, H&S, Project Controls, client, client advisors etc. Ability to lead client & protect Ferrovial's interests through varying RIBA stages of a project(s), including identifying scope maturity & risks. To have strong awareness of the scope and importance of the following Technical Competencies being required, including: Contract administration, including discharge of obligations and data management; Planning and programming techniques and processes; and Industry technologies and techniques including CDM, SHE standards, Quality Assurance of project controls systems within a major civil engineering project. Knowledge of construction scheduling using Primavera P6 and Power BI. Excellent knowledge on how to measure civil engineering works. Good understanding of NEC contracts. Responsibilities and duties Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: A) General Responsibilities Continually maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all relevant Ferrovial Construction (FC) policies and procedures Understand, uphold and comply at all times with the Ferrovial Group Code of Ethics Always represent FC professionally, positively and respectfully at every opportunity. Seek out opportunities to demonstrate safety leadership to fellow employees, customers, subcontractors, suppliers and others. Actively participate in continual improvement of FC's systems, policies and processes Notify manager without delay of any injury or incident (safety, environmental, complaint) or hazardous event, situation or environment (whether involving/impacting self or others). Participate proactively and positively in safety activities including forums, drills, trials and inspections. Take appropriate care of FC property including documents and data and ensure that confidentiality and security requirements are maintained at all times. Ensure own fitness for work at all times in accordance with FC's policy and support colleagues, in particular direct reports, in ensuring they are always fit to work safely B) Position-Specific Responsibilities Manage the pre-contracts, bid and construction phases in coordination with the Project Director. Contribute proactively to the post design requirements and construction activities outlined in the Construction plan. Identify and provide advice on risks, project controls solutions and technical support during construction phase. Provide regular detailed reports on the project status of the construction teams and activities. Oversee all construction activities, tasks and requirements in accordance with specifications, work scopes, drawings, contracts, technical and engineering standards. . click apply for full job details
15/01/2026
Full time
Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair. Why Ferrovial? Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference. Collaborative excellence:Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation. Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth. Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health. Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency. Job Description: Position Summary Work as a key technical expert, providing estimates to the design and construction teams for Ireland bids. Support Ferrovial Construction's Irish bids pipeline portfolio of projects ensuring effective management across multiple initiatives and client-interfaces. Take full responsibility for construction activities, including input into head contracts, subcontracts, procurement, budgeting, cost control, delivery, and project cash flows for tenders in Ireland. Foster innovation by introducing new work practices, construction methods, and materials to enhance construction efficiency and profitability prospects. Collaborate with the bid team on strategic business planning and development of ideas that contribute to a winning bid. Develop a best-in-class construction management framework for tendering activity in Ireland, ensuring transparency in time, cost, and profit across bids while focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) and client deliverables. Coordinate with the tender design team to ensure that planned and proposed changes are acceptable and in accordance with the client's specifications. Support the pre and post design and construction development phases including the preparation of appropriate technical and engineering resources and subcontractors and materials reviews. Support the Bid Project Director in developing the winning strategy for the tender opportunity. Support the Bid Project Director in developing and implement integrated project controls system, reporting strategy and communications protocols. Support in/monitoring of the implementation of Bidding procedures in the UK & Ireland projects. Mentor UKIE bidding team members and manage the project team staff, including setting targets and reviewing performance. Coordination with Madrid Bidding Team and JV Partners where applicable. Identify complex construction and associated risks / opportunities and assist in resolving any problems. Post-Award/Handover & Delivery Phase Together with the Bid team, identify and contribute to the development and implementation of processes that will improve construction phase efficiency and productivity. Manage the project in accordance with the construction management plan. Manage the construction team in accordance with Ferrovial's talent and performance cycles. Ensure all H&SE, HR, Finance, Quality and Legal processes and policies are established prior to operations commencement. Work with the client and partners to ensure project objectives are actively monitored. Prepare and draft accurate reports detailing construction services' performance and reliability on a regular basis. Ensure project works are delivered in accordance with project management plan. Qualifications / Experience Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, construction management or a related field. Extensive experience in an estimation role in Water, Ports or Maritime and/or Tunneling and Rail infrastructure industries. Solid exposure to a commercial construction environment with multi-disciplinary technical experience, acquired globally. Highly desirable is experience with large-scale complex infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience managing multi-faceted major construction compliance and regulatory requirements. Previous experience in working within a project-oriented team Preparedness to coordinate project and site meetings with tender teams, subcontractors and suppliers. Relevant Skills and Competencies Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong client-focus and ability to work proactively with all types of stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to deal confidently and manage conflict and disputes with key internal and external stakeholders in a constructive manner. Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines. Highly motivated and professional attitude. Ability to deal with effectively and calmly with people and situations. Good leader and negotiator with an excellent understanding of construction principles and the relationship between delivery teams and commercial functions. Contractual and legal acumen to interpret and negotiate terms pre-contract with clients and post with supply chain, supported by legal. Experience in dealing with multiple project stakeholders including design teams, quality, H&S, Project Controls, client, client advisors etc. Ability to lead client & protect Ferrovial's interests through varying RIBA stages of a project(s), including identifying scope maturity & risks. To have strong awareness of the scope and importance of the following Technical Competencies being required, including: Contract administration, including discharge of obligations and data management; Planning and programming techniques and processes; and Industry technologies and techniques including CDM, SHE standards, Quality Assurance of project controls systems within a major civil engineering project. Knowledge of construction scheduling using Primavera P6 and Power BI. Excellent knowledge on how to measure civil engineering works. Good understanding of NEC contracts. Responsibilities and duties Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: A) General Responsibilities Continually maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all relevant Ferrovial Construction (FC) policies and procedures Understand, uphold and comply at all times with the Ferrovial Group Code of Ethics Always represent FC professionally, positively and respectfully at every opportunity. Seek out opportunities to demonstrate safety leadership to fellow employees, customers, subcontractors, suppliers and others. Actively participate in continual improvement of FC's systems, policies and processes Notify manager without delay of any injury or incident (safety, environmental, complaint) or hazardous event, situation or environment (whether involving/impacting self or others). Participate proactively and positively in safety activities including forums, drills, trials and inspections. Take appropriate care of FC property including documents and data and ensure that confidentiality and security requirements are maintained at all times. Ensure own fitness for work at all times in accordance with FC's policy and support colleagues, in particular direct reports, in ensuring they are always fit to work safely B) Position-Specific Responsibilities Manage the pre-contracts, bid and construction phases in coordination with the Project Director. Contribute proactively to the post design requirements and construction activities outlined in the Construction plan. Identify and provide advice on risks, project controls solutions and technical support during construction phase. Provide regular detailed reports on the project status of the construction teams and activities. Oversee all construction activities, tasks and requirements in accordance with specifications, work scopes, drawings, contracts, technical and engineering standards. . click apply for full job details
Dynamic and growing Building Consultancy with a strong presence across Central and Greater London, are seeking an ambitious Chartered Building Surveyor to step into a Senior role within their Building Surveying team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who's keen to work with an enviable client base of commercial landlords and public sector organisations across a variety of landmark portfolios. The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Be Offered: Not only the chance to lead and manage your own projects and clients, but also to play a key role in the mentorship and development of junior surveyors, supporting the business unit's ongoing growth and success. The Company's Profile This is a forward-thinking consultancy with a collaborative and people-first culture, offering its employees the tools and autonomy to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working, and a diverse project pipeline, they continue to build on their reputation as a trusted name in the industry. The Senior Building Surveyor's Role As a key point of contact for clients-predominantly within the commercial real estate sector-you will deliver a wide range of professional building surveying services across commercial portfolios. This includes everything from condition surveys, dilapidation advice, and party wall matters, through to contract administration and delivering CAT A/B fit-outs, remedial and refurbishment projects. You'll also have the opportunity to manage teams, lead service delivery, and be involved in the strategic growth of the business unit. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include: Managing and delivering building surveying commissions across feasibility, design, and project delivery stages Leading contract administration for new build, refurbishment, and maintenance projects Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders across the full property lifecycle Mentoring and developing junior team members Preparing and managing planned preventative maintenance schedules Supporting business unit directors in meeting wider commercial goals Preparing proposals and fee bids Ensuring high-quality service delivery across all technical outputs Managing sub-consultants and ensuring compliance with appointment processes The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Have: Qualifications: MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) - Essential Experience & Skills: Broad, in-depth post-qualification Building Surveying experience Strong knowledge of construction methods, legislation, and procurement strategies Confident administering contracts as Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Commercially aware with strong financial and negotiation abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite In Return? 75,000 - 85,000 Discretionary bonus 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership support Global travel scholarship programme Structured mentoring and career development Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements If you're a Chartered Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch with Chris van Aurich at Brandon James to discuss further.
12/01/2026
Full time
Dynamic and growing Building Consultancy with a strong presence across Central and Greater London, are seeking an ambitious Chartered Building Surveyor to step into a Senior role within their Building Surveying team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who's keen to work with an enviable client base of commercial landlords and public sector organisations across a variety of landmark portfolios. The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Be Offered: Not only the chance to lead and manage your own projects and clients, but also to play a key role in the mentorship and development of junior surveyors, supporting the business unit's ongoing growth and success. The Company's Profile This is a forward-thinking consultancy with a collaborative and people-first culture, offering its employees the tools and autonomy to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working, and a diverse project pipeline, they continue to build on their reputation as a trusted name in the industry. The Senior Building Surveyor's Role As a key point of contact for clients-predominantly within the commercial real estate sector-you will deliver a wide range of professional building surveying services across commercial portfolios. This includes everything from condition surveys, dilapidation advice, and party wall matters, through to contract administration and delivering CAT A/B fit-outs, remedial and refurbishment projects. You'll also have the opportunity to manage teams, lead service delivery, and be involved in the strategic growth of the business unit. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include: Managing and delivering building surveying commissions across feasibility, design, and project delivery stages Leading contract administration for new build, refurbishment, and maintenance projects Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders across the full property lifecycle Mentoring and developing junior team members Preparing and managing planned preventative maintenance schedules Supporting business unit directors in meeting wider commercial goals Preparing proposals and fee bids Ensuring high-quality service delivery across all technical outputs Managing sub-consultants and ensuring compliance with appointment processes The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Have: Qualifications: MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) - Essential Experience & Skills: Broad, in-depth post-qualification Building Surveying experience Strong knowledge of construction methods, legislation, and procurement strategies Confident administering contracts as Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Commercially aware with strong financial and negotiation abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite In Return? 75,000 - 85,000 Discretionary bonus 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme Professional membership support Global travel scholarship programme Structured mentoring and career development Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements If you're a Chartered Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch with Chris van Aurich at Brandon James to discuss further.
We are currently working with a leading Housing & Building Maintenance provider to recruit a Senior Bid Writer for their growing bid/business development team. The role will be hybrid based, split between home and occasional work in an office in the North West. We are happy to look at individuals based anywhere in the North West, Yorkshire, or Midlands areas The role holder will work with team members, internal and external stakeholders to develop, write and edit material for bids ensuring it meets both customer specifications and company standards and requirements, in order to win bids. Responsibilities: Write, review and edit bidding material, to ensure consistency of style, content and message and conformance to customer specification, scoring criteria and Company s commercial policy. Ensure Win Themes are reflected in bid responses and maximise potential to achieve highest possible quality scores Work closely with Operations, and Central Support Services to coordinate and review bid response content contributing to operational and commercial modeling as appropriate Ensure operationally viable, creative solutions that reflect best practice and value for money are submitted. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to share information and ensure that all requirements relating to tender documents are understood and taken into account. Requirements: Analytical mind Experience of bids in the property/construction maintenance sector Excellent written and verbal communication skills Track record in successful Bid writing, ideally for public sector clients Commercial awareness Innovation
08/01/2026
Full time
We are currently working with a leading Housing & Building Maintenance provider to recruit a Senior Bid Writer for their growing bid/business development team. The role will be hybrid based, split between home and occasional work in an office in the North West. We are happy to look at individuals based anywhere in the North West, Yorkshire, or Midlands areas The role holder will work with team members, internal and external stakeholders to develop, write and edit material for bids ensuring it meets both customer specifications and company standards and requirements, in order to win bids. Responsibilities: Write, review and edit bidding material, to ensure consistency of style, content and message and conformance to customer specification, scoring criteria and Company s commercial policy. Ensure Win Themes are reflected in bid responses and maximise potential to achieve highest possible quality scores Work closely with Operations, and Central Support Services to coordinate and review bid response content contributing to operational and commercial modeling as appropriate Ensure operationally viable, creative solutions that reflect best practice and value for money are submitted. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to share information and ensure that all requirements relating to tender documents are understood and taken into account. Requirements: Analytical mind Experience of bids in the property/construction maintenance sector Excellent written and verbal communication skills Track record in successful Bid writing, ideally for public sector clients Commercial awareness Innovation
Concept Building Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works. The Role We re seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of turnkey construction projects, combining refurbishment, M&E and decarbonisation / retrofit works. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for managing site activity end to end on projects typically valued between £250k and £7m. You ll coordinate internal delivery teams (including M&E) alongside specialist subcontractors, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, to budget and to the required quality standards. The role operates across live and regulated environments, requiring strong leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills. What You ll Do Take full responsibility for site safety, quality, programme and delivery across multi-disciplinary projects. Lead and coordinate internal trades and M&E teams, supported by subcontractors where required. Manage refurbishment, M&E and retrofit activities concurrently, ensuring effective sequencing and minimal disruption. Plan works, resources and logistics to meet programme and client expectations. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards at all times. Liaise with clients, consultants, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders. Maintain accurate site records, reports, diaries and progress updates. Support commercial control through progress reporting, variations and change management. Promote a positive site culture, driving high standards of workmanship, professionalism and teamwork. About You You re a confident and capable Site Manager with experience delivering multi-disciplinary refurbishment projects. You re comfortable managing complex sites, leading internal teams, and coordinating M&E activity as part of a broader construction programme. You take ownership, communicate clearly, and lead from the front on safety, quality and delivery. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential To be successful as a Site Manager, you will require: Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering refurbishment or upgrade projects. SMSTS / SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness. Experience coordinating M&E works as part of a wider construction programme. Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work in live environments. Ability to manage internal teams and subcontractors across multiple disciplines. Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. Confident client-facing communication skills. Already hold, or be eligible to obtain, security clearance required to work on MOD/VIVO-managed sites, including compliance with all site security and vetting requirements. Desirable Experience delivering decarbonisation or retrofit works. Existing level of security clearance and/or experience in working on the defence built Estate. Experience working on projects up to £7m in value. Trade background or construction-related qualification similar NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management or higher. What We Offer £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits, including: Company vehicle and fuel card 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Long-service awards at key milestones. Perkbox - discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing. 1 paid volunteer day each year. Ongoing training, support and clear progression opportunities. Why Axis CLC Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
25/12/2025
Full time
Concept Building Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Concept supports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works. The Role We re seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of turnkey construction projects, combining refurbishment, M&E and decarbonisation / retrofit works. This is a senior, hands-on role responsible for managing site activity end to end on projects typically valued between £250k and £7m. You ll coordinate internal delivery teams (including M&E) alongside specialist subcontractors, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, to budget and to the required quality standards. The role operates across live and regulated environments, requiring strong leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills. What You ll Do Take full responsibility for site safety, quality, programme and delivery across multi-disciplinary projects. Lead and coordinate internal trades and M&E teams, supported by subcontractors where required. Manage refurbishment, M&E and retrofit activities concurrently, ensuring effective sequencing and minimal disruption. Plan works, resources and logistics to meet programme and client expectations. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards at all times. Liaise with clients, consultants, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders. Maintain accurate site records, reports, diaries and progress updates. Support commercial control through progress reporting, variations and change management. Promote a positive site culture, driving high standards of workmanship, professionalism and teamwork. About You You re a confident and capable Site Manager with experience delivering multi-disciplinary refurbishment projects. You re comfortable managing complex sites, leading internal teams, and coordinating M&E activity as part of a broader construction programme. You take ownership, communicate clearly, and lead from the front on safety, quality and delivery. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential To be successful as a Site Manager, you will require: Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering refurbishment or upgrade projects. SMSTS / SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness. Experience coordinating M&E works as part of a wider construction programme. Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work in live environments. Ability to manage internal teams and subcontractors across multiple disciplines. Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills. Confident client-facing communication skills. Already hold, or be eligible to obtain, security clearance required to work on MOD/VIVO-managed sites, including compliance with all site security and vetting requirements. Desirable Experience delivering decarbonisation or retrofit works. Existing level of security clearance and/or experience in working on the defence built Estate. Experience working on projects up to £7m in value. Trade background or construction-related qualification similar NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management or higher. What We Offer £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits, including: Company vehicle and fuel card 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Long-service awards at key milestones. Perkbox - discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing. 1 paid volunteer day each year. Ongoing training, support and clear progression opportunities. Why Axis CLC Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
We are currently partnered with a multi award winning social housing contractor, who are expanding their team, seeking a Contracts Manager to work on a contract in Leicester. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare and much more.
The Company:
This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor as Contracts Manager, overseeing a contract in Leicester. Their market-leading service is maintained through a committed team of highly trained operatives, providing planned, cyclical maintenance services. The projects range in sectors, with a focus on Social Housing Property Maintenance.
The role of Contracts Manager:
Overseeing a Leicester based contract, which is up and running, with a full team
Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders.
Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client
Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub contractors) as determined by individual contracts.
What you will get in return for working as the Contracts Manager:
Competitive salary
25 Days Hols & Bank holidays - option to buy or sell holidays
Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%
Company Car/Allowance
Discounted Healthcare Scheme
Highstreet & lifestyle discounts
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
A day paid volunteering per year
Length of service awards
If you are interested in applying for the role of Contracts Manager, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Will Elliott on (phone number removed) or send your updated CV over to will @ (url removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
We are currently partnered with a multi award winning social housing contractor, who are expanding their team, seeking a Contracts Manager to work on a contract in Leicester. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare and much more.
The Company:
This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor as Contracts Manager, overseeing a contract in Leicester. Their market-leading service is maintained through a committed team of highly trained operatives, providing planned, cyclical maintenance services. The projects range in sectors, with a focus on Social Housing Property Maintenance.
The role of Contracts Manager:
Overseeing a Leicester based contract, which is up and running, with a full team
Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders.
Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client
Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub contractors) as determined by individual contracts.
What you will get in return for working as the Contracts Manager:
Competitive salary
25 Days Hols & Bank holidays - option to buy or sell holidays
Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%
Company Car/Allowance
Discounted Healthcare Scheme
Highstreet & lifestyle discounts
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
A day paid volunteering per year
Length of service awards
If you are interested in applying for the role of Contracts Manager, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Will Elliott on (phone number removed) or send your updated CV over to will @ (url removed)
We are currently partnered with a multi award winning social housing contractor, who are expanding their team, seeking a Contracts Manager to work on a contract in Leicester. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare and much more.
The Company:
This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor as Contracts Manager, overseeing a contract in Leicester. Their market-leading service is maintained through a committed team of highly trained operatives, providing planned, cyclical maintenance services. The projects range in sectors, with a focus on Social Housing Property Maintenance.
The role of Contracts Manager:
Overseeing a Leicester based contract, which is up and running, with a full team
Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders.
Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client
Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub contractors) as determined by individual contracts.
What you will get in return for working as the Contracts Manager:
Competitive salary
25 Days Hols & Bank holidays - option to buy or sell holidays
Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%
Company Car/Allowance
Discounted Healthcare Scheme
Highstreet & lifestyle discounts
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
A day paid volunteering per year
Length of service awards
If you are interested in applying for the role of Contracts Manager, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Will Elliott on (phone number removed) or send your updated CV over to will @ (url removed)
15/09/2022
Permanent
We are currently partnered with a multi award winning social housing contractor, who are expanding their team, seeking a Contracts Manager to work on a contract in Leicester. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private healthcare and much more.
The Company:
This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor as Contracts Manager, overseeing a contract in Leicester. Their market-leading service is maintained through a committed team of highly trained operatives, providing planned, cyclical maintenance services. The projects range in sectors, with a focus on Social Housing Property Maintenance.
The role of Contracts Manager:
Overseeing a Leicester based contract, which is up and running, with a full team
Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders.
Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
Assist in the presentation of the contract brief to the client
Manage the selection and formation of site personnel teams (inc. sub contractors) as determined by individual contracts.
What you will get in return for working as the Contracts Manager:
Competitive salary
25 Days Hols & Bank holidays - option to buy or sell holidays
Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%
Company Car/Allowance
Discounted Healthcare Scheme
Highstreet & lifestyle discounts
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
A day paid volunteering per year
Length of service awards
If you are interested in applying for the role of Contracts Manager, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Will Elliott on (phone number removed) or send your updated CV over to will @ (url removed)
Pre-Construction Manager
Industry - Planned works
Location - South East London
Salary - Up to £70,000 DOE
Job Description
Daniel Owen are proud to be partnered with a large growing property maintenance company in the South East area. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth plan.
They are looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to come on board managing the Pre-construction stage for several projects at any one time for the Planned Works contracts in the South East area. Working closely with the senior management staff, you will manage pre-con stage of all major works projects.
Daily responsibilities for the successful Pre Construction Manager will include:
Responsible for managing the Pre-construction stage for several major works projects at any one time. This includes:
Drafting the project master programmes
Managing the pre-construction/ tender stage liaising with Consultants, Design Team, Business Development, Commercial Team, Internal and Site Construction Team on a regular basis for each project
Drive achievement of key project milestones
Coordinating estimating activities with commercial/estimating team
Evaluate and act upon tender information and develop an appropriate bid/procurement strategy with other members of the work winning / pre-construction team - incorporating design, construction and commercial aspects to ensure ultimate success.
Responsible for developing the pre-construction project budget or Pre-construction Services Agreement and manage within the budget.
Ensure full Governance is undertaken on all submissions with sign off by all stakeholders.
Liaise with functions to ensure appropriate Pre-construction resource to meet project requirements can be achieved to the plan.
Ensure changes in programme are communicated to the team members and leadership team
Support the work winning team and Estimating/Cost Planning to ensure a well-considered and accurate project feasibility / viability is reached.
Support the pre-construction manager to create the Pre-construction framework within which the business will develop pre-construction activities with Customers and Suppliers.
Proven track record of working on various planned works projects (K&B's Externals, Internals, Roofing, Cladding, EWI etc)
Must have a proven track record working in a Tier one contractor or social housing company
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client representatives and customers as appropriate and maintain best practice introducing innovative processes which will add value and drive efficiencies.
Experience managing all major works projects.
Regularly review service delivery.
Operational focus - Someone who can manage various processes, can oversee the operational delivery of the project and is very organised.Requirements for the role:
You will have a proven track record and experience of managing the pre-construction stages of major works projects.
The successful candidate will be able to work productively in a pressurised environment, act decisively when faced with urgent issues while consistently always maintaining a high level of service.
Social Housing, Local authority or Tier 1 contractor experience is a must.
LON123
23/03/2022
Permanent
Pre-Construction Manager
Industry - Planned works
Location - South East London
Salary - Up to £70,000 DOE
Job Description
Daniel Owen are proud to be partnered with a large growing property maintenance company in the South East area. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth plan.
They are looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to come on board managing the Pre-construction stage for several projects at any one time for the Planned Works contracts in the South East area. Working closely with the senior management staff, you will manage pre-con stage of all major works projects.
Daily responsibilities for the successful Pre Construction Manager will include:
Responsible for managing the Pre-construction stage for several major works projects at any one time. This includes:
Drafting the project master programmes
Managing the pre-construction/ tender stage liaising with Consultants, Design Team, Business Development, Commercial Team, Internal and Site Construction Team on a regular basis for each project
Drive achievement of key project milestones
Coordinating estimating activities with commercial/estimating team
Evaluate and act upon tender information and develop an appropriate bid/procurement strategy with other members of the work winning / pre-construction team - incorporating design, construction and commercial aspects to ensure ultimate success.
Responsible for developing the pre-construction project budget or Pre-construction Services Agreement and manage within the budget.
Ensure full Governance is undertaken on all submissions with sign off by all stakeholders.
Liaise with functions to ensure appropriate Pre-construction resource to meet project requirements can be achieved to the plan.
Ensure changes in programme are communicated to the team members and leadership team
Support the work winning team and Estimating/Cost Planning to ensure a well-considered and accurate project feasibility / viability is reached.
Support the pre-construction manager to create the Pre-construction framework within which the business will develop pre-construction activities with Customers and Suppliers.
Proven track record of working on various planned works projects (K&B's Externals, Internals, Roofing, Cladding, EWI etc)
Must have a proven track record working in a Tier one contractor or social housing company
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client representatives and customers as appropriate and maintain best practice introducing innovative processes which will add value and drive efficiencies.
Experience managing all major works projects.
Regularly review service delivery.
Operational focus - Someone who can manage various processes, can oversee the operational delivery of the project and is very organised.Requirements for the role:
You will have a proven track record and experience of managing the pre-construction stages of major works projects.
The successful candidate will be able to work productively in a pressurised environment, act decisively when faced with urgent issues while consistently always maintaining a high level of service.
Social Housing, Local authority or Tier 1 contractor experience is a must.
LON123
Pre-Construction Manager
Industry - Planned works
Location - South East London
Salary - Up to £70,000 DOE
Job Description
Daniel Owen are proud to be partnered with a large growing property maintenance company in the South East area. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth plan.
They are looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to come on board managing the Pre-construction stage for several projects at any one time for the Planned Works contracts in the South East area. Working closely with the senior management staff, you will manage pre-con stage of all major works projects.
Daily responsibilities for the successful Pre Construction Manager will include:
Responsible for managing the Pre-construction stage for several major works projects at any one time. This includes:
Drafting the project master programmes
Managing the pre-construction/ tender stage liaising with Consultants, Design Team, Business Development, Commercial Team, Internal and Site Construction Team on a regular basis for each project
Drive achievement of key project milestones
Coordinating estimating activities with commercial/estimating team
Evaluate and act upon tender information and develop an appropriate bid/procurement strategy with other members of the work winning / pre-construction team - incorporating design, construction and commercial aspects to ensure ultimate success.
Responsible for developing the pre-construction project budget or Pre-construction Services Agreement and manage within the budget.
Ensure full Governance is undertaken on all submissions with sign off by all stakeholders.
Liaise with functions to ensure appropriate Pre-construction resource to meet project requirements can be achieved to the plan.
Ensure changes in programme are communicated to the team members and leadership team
Support the work winning team and Estimating/Cost Planning to ensure a well-considered and accurate project feasibility / viability is reached.
Support the pre-construction manager to create the Pre-construction framework within which the business will develop pre-construction activities with Customers and Suppliers.
Proven track record of working on various planned works projects (K&B's Externals, Internals, Roofing, Cladding, EWI etc)
Must have a proven track record working in a Tier one contractor or social housing company
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client representatives and customers as appropriate and maintain best practice introducing innovative processes which will add value and drive efficiencies.
Experience managing all major works projects.
Regularly review service delivery.
Operational focus - Someone who can manage various processes, can oversee the operational delivery of the project and is very organised.Requirements for the role:
You will have a proven track record and experience of managing the pre-construction stages of major works projects.
The successful candidate will be able to work productively in a pressurised environment, act decisively when faced with urgent issues while consistently always maintaining a high level of service.
Social Housing, Local authority or Tier 1 contractor experience is a must.
LON123
23/03/2022
Permanent
Pre-Construction Manager
Industry - Planned works
Location - South East London
Salary - Up to £70,000 DOE
Job Description
Daniel Owen are proud to be partnered with a large growing property maintenance company in the South East area. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with an aggressive growth plan.
They are looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to come on board managing the Pre-construction stage for several projects at any one time for the Planned Works contracts in the South East area. Working closely with the senior management staff, you will manage pre-con stage of all major works projects.
Daily responsibilities for the successful Pre Construction Manager will include:
Responsible for managing the Pre-construction stage for several major works projects at any one time. This includes:
Drafting the project master programmes
Managing the pre-construction/ tender stage liaising with Consultants, Design Team, Business Development, Commercial Team, Internal and Site Construction Team on a regular basis for each project
Drive achievement of key project milestones
Coordinating estimating activities with commercial/estimating team
Evaluate and act upon tender information and develop an appropriate bid/procurement strategy with other members of the work winning / pre-construction team - incorporating design, construction and commercial aspects to ensure ultimate success.
Responsible for developing the pre-construction project budget or Pre-construction Services Agreement and manage within the budget.
Ensure full Governance is undertaken on all submissions with sign off by all stakeholders.
Liaise with functions to ensure appropriate Pre-construction resource to meet project requirements can be achieved to the plan.
Ensure changes in programme are communicated to the team members and leadership team
Support the work winning team and Estimating/Cost Planning to ensure a well-considered and accurate project feasibility / viability is reached.
Support the pre-construction manager to create the Pre-construction framework within which the business will develop pre-construction activities with Customers and Suppliers.
Proven track record of working on various planned works projects (K&B's Externals, Internals, Roofing, Cladding, EWI etc)
Must have a proven track record working in a Tier one contractor or social housing company
Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the client representatives and customers as appropriate and maintain best practice introducing innovative processes which will add value and drive efficiencies.
Experience managing all major works projects.
Regularly review service delivery.
Operational focus - Someone who can manage various processes, can oversee the operational delivery of the project and is very organised.Requirements for the role:
You will have a proven track record and experience of managing the pre-construction stages of major works projects.
The successful candidate will be able to work productively in a pressurised environment, act decisively when faced with urgent issues while consistently always maintaining a high level of service.
Social Housing, Local authority or Tier 1 contractor experience is a must.
LON123
This is an exciting time to join Sense Property, the Estates function of the national charity, Sense.
We support over 3000 people with deafblindness and other complex communication disabilities, and have over 200 properties – day centres, residential accommodation, offices and charity shops – in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Title: Senior Building Surveyor Reference number: 46580 Location: Remote Salary: £60,000 Inclusive Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent
About the role
Under our new strategy, our ambitions include increasing our support tenfold and significantly expanding our programmes. This will involve acquiring and developing new properties, renovating existing ones and disposing of those we no longer need.
That’s where you come in. Following a review of how we deliver our property services, we need a Senior Building Surveyor who is ready to meet these challenges, someone who one who can use their initiative, develop new ideas, and is willing to fulfil their potential to the full. Does this sound like you? We look forward to receiving your application.
This role can be remote but you must be prepared to travel to our main office in Crayford 1 -2 days per week.
Responsibilities include:
Manage a team of four Regional Building Surveyors to ensure they meet local clients’ needs for user-friendly advice and prompt, effective professional support.
Contribute to the development of Sense’s annual capital programme and manage its implementation, overseeing schedules of works, contract specification and tendering and authorising stage and final payments.
Lead on the specification and management of high-value construction and refurbishment projects and deliver them within budget and on time while minimising service user disruption.
Develop and manage a programme of annual stock condition assessments of each property and associated costed planned preventative maintenance schedules.
Manage, monitor and control the maintenance budgets, and provide property-related financial information to enable other staff to prepare bids and make financial forecasts.
Create and run approved contractor networks throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland to carry out annual inspections and both planned and responsive maintenance.
Ensure that relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice and contracts are understood and applied effectively by the team.
Check and ensure that all Sense properties meet the necessary testing, validating, certification and registration requirements.
Assist with acquisition and disposals and schedules of dilapidations through to completion, obtaining best value, supervising on site and providing clients with regular progress reports.
Ensure the team create and update comprehensive records on Sense properties to ensure up to date accurate data.
Carry out other work, in line with the job’s purpose and salary, to support the Property team in meeting Sense’s changing needs for advice and support on building surveying.
Essential requirements:
Chartered Surveyor Building Surveying (MRICS) or Chartered Builder (MCIOB) or Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
Degree in Building Surveying/Construction or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and regulations applicable to surveying and experience of applying them.
Substantial work experience in a mixed portfolio building surveying environment, including commercial properties.
Experienced in managing teams, and able to manage staff working remotely, including setting operational plans, KPIs and managing performance.
Proven experience of using AutoCAD.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior managers, other Sense staff, surveying professionals, property owners, the public and volunteers.
Project and time management skills.
Willing and able to work flexibly, including additional and unsocial hours and travel to Sense properties in England, Wales and Northern, making overnight stays if necessary.
Full UK driving licence
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Closing date: Thursday 13 January 2022 Interview date: To be confirmed
Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
No agencies please.
16/12/2021
Full time
This is an exciting time to join Sense Property, the Estates function of the national charity, Sense.
We support over 3000 people with deafblindness and other complex communication disabilities, and have over 200 properties – day centres, residential accommodation, offices and charity shops – in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Title: Senior Building Surveyor Reference number: 46580 Location: Remote Salary: £60,000 Inclusive Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent
About the role
Under our new strategy, our ambitions include increasing our support tenfold and significantly expanding our programmes. This will involve acquiring and developing new properties, renovating existing ones and disposing of those we no longer need.
That’s where you come in. Following a review of how we deliver our property services, we need a Senior Building Surveyor who is ready to meet these challenges, someone who one who can use their initiative, develop new ideas, and is willing to fulfil their potential to the full. Does this sound like you? We look forward to receiving your application.
This role can be remote but you must be prepared to travel to our main office in Crayford 1 -2 days per week.
Responsibilities include:
Manage a team of four Regional Building Surveyors to ensure they meet local clients’ needs for user-friendly advice and prompt, effective professional support.
Contribute to the development of Sense’s annual capital programme and manage its implementation, overseeing schedules of works, contract specification and tendering and authorising stage and final payments.
Lead on the specification and management of high-value construction and refurbishment projects and deliver them within budget and on time while minimising service user disruption.
Develop and manage a programme of annual stock condition assessments of each property and associated costed planned preventative maintenance schedules.
Manage, monitor and control the maintenance budgets, and provide property-related financial information to enable other staff to prepare bids and make financial forecasts.
Create and run approved contractor networks throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland to carry out annual inspections and both planned and responsive maintenance.
Ensure that relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice and contracts are understood and applied effectively by the team.
Check and ensure that all Sense properties meet the necessary testing, validating, certification and registration requirements.
Assist with acquisition and disposals and schedules of dilapidations through to completion, obtaining best value, supervising on site and providing clients with regular progress reports.
Ensure the team create and update comprehensive records on Sense properties to ensure up to date accurate data.
Carry out other work, in line with the job’s purpose and salary, to support the Property team in meeting Sense’s changing needs for advice and support on building surveying.
Essential requirements:
Chartered Surveyor Building Surveying (MRICS) or Chartered Builder (MCIOB) or Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
Degree in Building Surveying/Construction or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and regulations applicable to surveying and experience of applying them.
Substantial work experience in a mixed portfolio building surveying environment, including commercial properties.
Experienced in managing teams, and able to manage staff working remotely, including setting operational plans, KPIs and managing performance.
Proven experience of using AutoCAD.
Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing with senior managers, other Sense staff, surveying professionals, property owners, the public and volunteers.
Project and time management skills.
Willing and able to work flexibly, including additional and unsocial hours and travel to Sense properties in England, Wales and Northern, making overnight stays if necessary.
Full UK driving licence
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
Closing date: Thursday 13 January 2022 Interview date: To be confirmed
Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
No agencies please.
Operations Manager - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contracts
Southwest Based
£38,000-£42000 plus package.....
My client is a leading regional contractor operating within the Social Housing repairs and maintenance sector. Due to continued expansion, they currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join their highly successful team in Gloucester.
Reporting to the Regional Director, the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing teams delivering Reactive Maintenance and Voids contracts for 3 x Housing Association clients, ensuring teams achieve targets relating to KPI's and SLA's, Health & Safety, first time fix and materials targets.
We are looking for an experienced and competent Branch Manager / Contract Manager / Operations Manager with solid experience of running a mobile workforce, delivering a repairs or refurbishment service within Social Housing.
You will be an effective leader with the ability to develop a highly talented and motivated team, whilst building strong relationships with internal business functions, stakeholders, customers, consultants and the wider supply chain.
Operations Manager Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all operational activities ensuring that works are delivered on time, in full, in compliance with codes of practice, BOP and current statutory legislation.
* Develop and maintain processes within the company, engaging the clients in a culture of collaborative working focused on continual improvement.
* Maintain and promote effective relationships at all levels with the client, focusing staff on performance, best value and established best operating practices.
* Ensure the delivery team effectively delivers work through a comprehensive quality assurance system including contract administration and proactive budget monitoring
* Business technical lead including consulting with business development and bids teams, client competitive dialogue and bid presentations
* Delivering partnering as a business strategy.
* Continually improve business and branch performance.
* To promote development and training for all staff within branch and promote a culture of employee empowerment.
* Ensure capital employed and other key financial ratios are achieved and improved.
* Ensure that branch and production costs are within targets.
Operations Manager Experience
* Understanding of strategic and operational processes within social housing property services contracts
* Experience of working at a strategic level, developing and implementing continuous improvement
* Ability to set and measure targets
* Strong IT skills
* Strong management skills and the ability to motivate a team at all levels
* Ability to be innovative and creative to resolve complex issues
Salary & Benefits
You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary along with the long term opportunity for career progression.
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today.
Hunt 4 Technical are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Hunt 4 Technical acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
09/11/2020
Permanent
Operations Manager - Social Housing Repairs & Maintenance Contracts
Southwest Based
£38,000-£42000 plus package.....
My client is a leading regional contractor operating within the Social Housing repairs and maintenance sector. Due to continued expansion, they currently have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join their highly successful team in Gloucester.
Reporting to the Regional Director, the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing teams delivering Reactive Maintenance and Voids contracts for 3 x Housing Association clients, ensuring teams achieve targets relating to KPI's and SLA's, Health & Safety, first time fix and materials targets.
We are looking for an experienced and competent Branch Manager / Contract Manager / Operations Manager with solid experience of running a mobile workforce, delivering a repairs or refurbishment service within Social Housing.
You will be an effective leader with the ability to develop a highly talented and motivated team, whilst building strong relationships with internal business functions, stakeholders, customers, consultants and the wider supply chain.
Operations Manager Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all operational activities ensuring that works are delivered on time, in full, in compliance with codes of practice, BOP and current statutory legislation.
* Develop and maintain processes within the company, engaging the clients in a culture of collaborative working focused on continual improvement.
* Maintain and promote effective relationships at all levels with the client, focusing staff on performance, best value and established best operating practices.
* Ensure the delivery team effectively delivers work through a comprehensive quality assurance system including contract administration and proactive budget monitoring
* Business technical lead including consulting with business development and bids teams, client competitive dialogue and bid presentations
* Delivering partnering as a business strategy.
* Continually improve business and branch performance.
* To promote development and training for all staff within branch and promote a culture of employee empowerment.
* Ensure capital employed and other key financial ratios are achieved and improved.
* Ensure that branch and production costs are within targets.
Operations Manager Experience
* Understanding of strategic and operational processes within social housing property services contracts
* Experience of working at a strategic level, developing and implementing continuous improvement
* Ability to set and measure targets
* Strong IT skills
* Strong management skills and the ability to motivate a team at all levels
* Ability to be innovative and creative to resolve complex issues
Salary & Benefits
You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believe the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a permanent, full time role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary along with the long term opportunity for career progression.
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today.
Hunt 4 Technical are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Hunt 4 Technical acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
