Due to the awarding of new frameworks and the expansion into several new business sectors, our client, a Tier 1 civil engineering and construction company is seeking to increase the size and capabilities of its design team across several of their offices. We are interested in speaking to experienced design staff (from Principal level through to Designer level) that have background in civil/structural engineering, M&E, Geotechnical, rail etc and that are looking for a new and exciting challenge and to be part of a dynamic team working on a variety of different projects and schemes. The client has offices throughout the UK (York, North West, Glasgow, Bristol etc) and offers hybrid working options. If you would like further details and to discuss more, please contact us directly.
05/10/2026
Full time
Due to the awarding of new frameworks and the expansion into several new business sectors, our client, a Tier 1 civil engineering and construction company is seeking to increase the size and capabilities of its design team across several of their offices. We are interested in speaking to experienced design staff (from Principal level through to Designer level) that have background in civil/structural engineering, M&E, Geotechnical, rail etc and that are looking for a new and exciting challenge and to be part of a dynamic team working on a variety of different projects and schemes. The client has offices throughout the UK (York, North West, Glasgow, Bristol etc) and offers hybrid working options. If you would like further details and to discuss more, please contact us directly.
Clerk of Works Mechanical and Electrical
Job title: Clerk of Works Mechanical and Electrical
Salary: £41,487.00 - 44,700.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time
Location: Various locations across West Yorkshire
Looking for a Clerk of Works role where you can make a real impact across a diverse estate?
This key position sits within West Yorkshire Police’s Estates and Business Services Directorate, providing expert M&E support across a diverse estate of around 100 operational and specialist buildings. We’re looking for someone who can work confidently both independently and as part of a busy team, managing a varied workload with ease.
As a key member of our technical team, you’ll deliver in‑house assurance, on‑site inspections, contractor oversight and compliance monitoring across projects, reactive and planned maintenance, and major installations. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers and specialists to keep our estate safe, compliant and performing at its best.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled building services professional to play a vital role in maintaining and improving a complex live estate while contributing to impactful projects that directly support frontline policing. The role is based primarily in Central Wakefield; however, the ability to travel throughout West Yorkshire is essential.
Role and Responsibilities
You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of all mechanical and electrical works across the estate. This includes overseeing contractor performance, carrying out on‑site inspections, contributing to surveys, validating compliance, and helping project teams resolve technical issues and improving asset data.
To succeed, you’ll need a strong working knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and Health and Safety requirements, along with the ability to tackle day‑to‑day issues and solve practical problems with confidence.
Key duties include:
Supervising mechanical and electrical elements of construction, refurbishment, repairs and maintenance works
Carrying out on‑site inspections, audits, validations and monitoring to ensure compliance with design, specification, legislation and industry best practice
Supporting the delivery of M&E engineering projects, including planned and reactive maintenance and minor works
Liaising with contractors, consultants and internal teams to resolve technical issues and maintain consistent standards
Monitoring performance of mechanical and electrical systems, including Building Management Systems (BMS), to ensure safety, reliability and effectiveness
Working to tender specifications, contract documentation and technical drawings
Identifying risks, escalating issues and ensuring corrective action is taken where required
Undertaking building condition and dilapidation surveys to support asset management and project planning
Witnessing testing and commissioning of new installations and providing technical guidance to colleagues
Expectations
To succeed in this role, you will be expected to:
Communicate effectively with contractors, consultants and internal teams, providing clear written and verbal technical advice
Work confidently with specifications, tender scopes, pricing documents and technical design drawings
Coordinate and manage contractors across multidisciplinary projects, reactive repairs, planned maintenance and PPM programmes
Validate contractor payment applications (ideal but not essential)
Apply strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge to diagnose and solve technical issues
Manage competing priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines
Interpret regulations, design documentation and compliance requirements accurately
Apply Health and Safety, Building Regulations and statutory standards in daily work
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Travel throughout West Yorkshire as required
Essential Criteria
A qualified building services engineer with relevant mechanical or electrical experience
City & Guilds Level 3 / ONC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or professional experience demonstrating equivalent competency
Strong knowledge of current industry regulations, standards and Health and Safety legislation
Experience managing and coordinating mechanical and electrical contractors
Ability to work to specifications, tender scopes and technical drawings
Experience validating contractor payment applications
Excellent technical communication skills
Ability to prioritise a varied workload and work both independently and as part of a team
Benefits/What We Offer
West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include:
Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)
Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments
Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent)
Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent)
Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
Opportunities for career development and training
Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions
A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs
Be part of an organisation with a long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility
Work for a diverse and inclusive organisation that aims to be representative of the communities it serves
We have achieved Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Friendly Employer, Endometriosis Friendly Employer and White Ribbon accreditation, and have established staff networks and associations to support a fairer, more diverse workplace for everyone.
West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/
For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits
We welcome talent from the widest possible pool, so we can build a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve, bringing a broader range of skills, experiences, perspectives and ideas to policing.
How to Apply
Join us in shaping an estate that supports vital policing services across West Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional career.
For further information, please contact Jason Hirst (Head of Infrastructure and Standards) at 07802 717165.
The vacancy will close on the 25 Oct 2026 at 23:55 hours.
The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. Please provide a full CV and covering letter setting out your experience and expertise when responding to the question set out within the application process. To qualify you MUST redact all personal information including: Name Age Sex Address You must remove all personal information from the CV, otherwise your application will be rejected. Please also do not use your personal details as the file name of the CV.
02/10/2026
Full time
Clerk of Works Mechanical and Electrical
Job title: Clerk of Works Mechanical and Electrical
Salary: £41,487.00 - 44,700.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full time
Location: Various locations across West Yorkshire
Looking for a Clerk of Works role where you can make a real impact across a diverse estate?
This key position sits within West Yorkshire Police’s Estates and Business Services Directorate, providing expert M&E support across a diverse estate of around 100 operational and specialist buildings. We’re looking for someone who can work confidently both independently and as part of a busy team, managing a varied workload with ease.
As a key member of our technical team, you’ll deliver in‑house assurance, on‑site inspections, contractor oversight and compliance monitoring across projects, reactive and planned maintenance, and major installations. You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers and specialists to keep our estate safe, compliant and performing at its best.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled building services professional to play a vital role in maintaining and improving a complex live estate while contributing to impactful projects that directly support frontline policing. The role is based primarily in Central Wakefield; however, the ability to travel throughout West Yorkshire is essential.
Role and Responsibilities
You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of all mechanical and electrical works across the estate. This includes overseeing contractor performance, carrying out on‑site inspections, contributing to surveys, validating compliance, and helping project teams resolve technical issues and improving asset data.
To succeed, you’ll need a strong working knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and Health and Safety requirements, along with the ability to tackle day‑to‑day issues and solve practical problems with confidence.
Key duties include:
Supervising mechanical and electrical elements of construction, refurbishment, repairs and maintenance works
Carrying out on‑site inspections, audits, validations and monitoring to ensure compliance with design, specification, legislation and industry best practice
Supporting the delivery of M&E engineering projects, including planned and reactive maintenance and minor works
Liaising with contractors, consultants and internal teams to resolve technical issues and maintain consistent standards
Monitoring performance of mechanical and electrical systems, including Building Management Systems (BMS), to ensure safety, reliability and effectiveness
Working to tender specifications, contract documentation and technical drawings
Identifying risks, escalating issues and ensuring corrective action is taken where required
Undertaking building condition and dilapidation surveys to support asset management and project planning
Witnessing testing and commissioning of new installations and providing technical guidance to colleagues
Expectations
To succeed in this role, you will be expected to:
Communicate effectively with contractors, consultants and internal teams, providing clear written and verbal technical advice
Work confidently with specifications, tender scopes, pricing documents and technical design drawings
Coordinate and manage contractors across multidisciplinary projects, reactive repairs, planned maintenance and PPM programmes
Validate contractor payment applications (ideal but not essential)
Apply strong mechanical and electrical engineering knowledge to diagnose and solve technical issues
Manage competing priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines
Interpret regulations, design documentation and compliance requirements accurately
Apply Health and Safety, Building Regulations and statutory standards in daily work
Work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Travel throughout West Yorkshire as required
Essential Criteria
A qualified building services engineer with relevant mechanical or electrical experience
City & Guilds Level 3 / ONC Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or professional experience demonstrating equivalent competency
Strong knowledge of current industry regulations, standards and Health and Safety legislation
Experience managing and coordinating mechanical and electrical contractors
Ability to work to specifications, tender scopes and technical drawings
Experience validating contractor payment applications
Excellent technical communication skills
Ability to prioritise a varied workload and work both independently and as part of a team
Benefits/What We Offer
West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include:
Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)
Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments
Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent)
Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent)
Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
Opportunities for career development and training
Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions
A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs
Be part of an organisation with a long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility
Work for a diverse and inclusive organisation that aims to be representative of the communities it serves
We have achieved Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Friendly Employer, Endometriosis Friendly Employer and White Ribbon accreditation, and have established staff networks and associations to support a fairer, more diverse workplace for everyone.
West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/
For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits
We welcome talent from the widest possible pool, so we can build a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve, bringing a broader range of skills, experiences, perspectives and ideas to policing.
How to Apply
Join us in shaping an estate that supports vital policing services across West Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional career.
For further information, please contact Jason Hirst (Head of Infrastructure and Standards) at 07802 717165.
The vacancy will close on the 25 Oct 2026 at 23:55 hours.
The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. Please provide a full CV and covering letter setting out your experience and expertise when responding to the question set out within the application process. To qualify you MUST redact all personal information including: Name Age Sex Address You must remove all personal information from the CV, otherwise your application will be rejected. Please also do not use your personal details as the file name of the CV.
PART ONE
ABOUT THE ROLE
Winchester College has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Painter & Decorator starting as soon as possible.
The school has in its care an extraordinary range of buildings from chapels and classrooms to a swimming pool and science laboratories; from the fourteenth century to the twenty-first. The list currently embraces 11 Boarding Houses and over 100 staff houses.
This built environment is maintained and improved by the Works Department under the direction of the Estate Bursar, who also manages the capital projects. The Works Department has staff of around 30 operatives and is supported by various office staff.
The department operates out of a new purpose-built facility in Norman Road.
PART TWO
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAINTER & DECORATOR
Key Responsibilities
To carry out all aspects of painting & decorating work on the College’s varied building stock as part of an in-house multi-disciplined maintenance team.
The postholder will carry all aspects of painting & decorating work on refurbishment, cyclical maintenance projects and day-to-day re-active works all under the supervision of a Supervisor/Manager.
The Painter and Decorator will be responsible for preparing, finishing, and maintaining internal and external surfaces to a high standard. The role will ensure that all works to the various college building are completed safely, efficiently, and with excellent attention to detail.
Reporting Lines
This role will report to the Works Project Manager
PART THREE
PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIES
Professional Experience
Experience will be by qualification or time served or a combination of both. Specific experience with listed buildings and traditional skills is advantageous, but not essential.
Must be an experienced Painter & Decorator who will be able to work unsupervised as well as within a team.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and surface preparation.
Ability to read and interpret drawings or specifications.
Good colour vision and attention to detail.
Competent in wallpapering and specialist finishes (e.g., glossing, spraying, textured coatings).
Be committed to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
PART FOUR
BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND APPLICATION
Start Date
Flexible start date for the right candidate with preference for commencement as soon as possible.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week , and such other hours as are reasonably necessary to meet the needs of the College and the demands of the role.
Salary
£32,824.00 (gross) per annum. Paid in arrears, to a nominated back account in 12 equal payments.
Induction and Continuous Training and Development
The school is fully committed to the induction, training and development of all our staff, with staff supported to grow and reach their full potential.
We deliver a range of training, run by both our own staff and external providers, varying from highly practical First Aid courses to seminars and learning lunches on many aspects of teaching and learning.
There is an annual cycle of appraisal offering the opportunity to reflect on professional practice and development opportunities.
The school also offers a wide range of apprenticeships supporting staff development and progression.
Pension and Life Cover
On employment, employees will be auto-enrolled into the College’s pension scheme according to legislative thresholds. Those who are not eligible for auto-enrolment may still elect to join the College’s pension scheme.
Initially, when joining the College’s pension scheme, employees will become a member of the College’s Group Personal Pension Plan (GPP). For this Plan, known as Tier 1, the employee contributes 4% and the employer 3%.
After 9 month’s membership of the Tier 1 plan, employees may opt to join Tier 2, which is also a GPP, where the employee contributes 5% and the employer 9%.
Employees in Tier 1 automatically qualify for a Life Cover of 2 times salary. On entry to Tier 2, Life Cover changes to 4 times salary.
Annual Leave
The College leave year runs from 1 September to 31 August. This position will be entitled to 28 days holiday annually, which includes the usual Public Bank Holidays. Any Public Bank Holiday occurring during term time is deemed to be a normal working day. All leave must be taken by prior arrangement and must be taken outside of the school’s term times.
Subject to the discretion of the school’s Bursar, a gift may also be given of extra time off during the Christmas period.
Wider Benefits
Free staff lunches during term time.
Free use of some sports facilities and discounted hire charges for others
Tour of the College, with discounted rates available for booking venues within the school’s grounds for hospitality events.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events.
Employee Referral Scheme, with a reward of up to £250 for staff (subject to scheme conditions).
Free Library membership with access to a range of online journals and magazines.
Reduced green fee rates for local golf course.
Probation, Notice Periods
The first three months of employment will be a probationary period. Regular reviews with line managers take place over the probationary period with the opportunity to discuss progress, identify any areas for action and ensure that there is appropriate guidance and support in place to enable successful completion of the probationary period.
During the probationary period, the notice required by either party to terminate employment will be one week. Once employment is confirmed, the notice period will be one month.
Disclosure Check
As Winchester College is an educational establishment, a condition of employment will be that the successful candidate must consent to the school obtaining an Enhanced Level Disclosure Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will reveal all spent and unspent convictions, warnings, cautions and bind-overs. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on the school’s website.
Safeguarding is one of the primary responsibilities of this role. The jobholder is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact with, and will need to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times. The postholder should be conversant with the responsibilities and procedures detailed in this policy and with the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education . If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, they must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, or in their absence, the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
References and Other Pre-employment Checks
The appointment will be dependent upon the receipt of a successful medical check and satisfactory references. The College will usually seek references from shortlisted candidates before interview and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications. At least one referee must be the current or most recent employer. Where applicants are not currently working with children but have done so in the past, one referee must be the person by whom they were most recently employed when working with children.
HOW TO APPLY
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on Friday 30 September 2026
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk .
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture.
Data Protection
Winchester College collects and processes relevant personal data as part of its everyday operations and is obliged to process it in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Act 2018. The school is the Data Controller of this data under the Act and is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. Its registration number is Z5751669.
If you have any queries or comments about this policy or how personal data is processed by the school, please contact the Bursar and his team by emailing: dataprotection@wincoll.ac.uk or by writing to: Data Protection, The Bursary, Winchester College, College Street, Winchester, SO23 9NA.
PART FIVE
ABOUT WINCHESTER COLLEGE
For nearly 650 years Wykehamists have been taught and nurtured in an atmosphere of intellectual inquiry and academic excellence. In every generation it has helped them leave the college with confidence and curiosity, ready to make their mark upon society. We deliberately give our pupils time, space and freedom to develop their thoughts for themselves.
A large, full boarding school, Winchester is in the process of expanding pupil numbers and transitioning to co-education in the Sixth Form, with the transition expected to be complete by 2029. In 2025, Winchester merged with The Pilgrims’ School, one of the leading academic prep schools for boys with a particularly strong musical tradition founded on its unique status as a double choir school.
23/09/2026
Full time
PART ONE
ABOUT THE ROLE
Winchester College has an exciting opportunity to appoint a Painter & Decorator starting as soon as possible.
The school has in its care an extraordinary range of buildings from chapels and classrooms to a swimming pool and science laboratories; from the fourteenth century to the twenty-first. The list currently embraces 11 Boarding Houses and over 100 staff houses.
This built environment is maintained and improved by the Works Department under the direction of the Estate Bursar, who also manages the capital projects. The Works Department has staff of around 30 operatives and is supported by various office staff.
The department operates out of a new purpose-built facility in Norman Road.
PART TWO
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PAINTER & DECORATOR
Key Responsibilities
To carry out all aspects of painting & decorating work on the College’s varied building stock as part of an in-house multi-disciplined maintenance team.
The postholder will carry all aspects of painting & decorating work on refurbishment, cyclical maintenance projects and day-to-day re-active works all under the supervision of a Supervisor/Manager.
The Painter and Decorator will be responsible for preparing, finishing, and maintaining internal and external surfaces to a high standard. The role will ensure that all works to the various college building are completed safely, efficiently, and with excellent attention to detail.
Reporting Lines
This role will report to the Works Project Manager
PART THREE
PERSON SPECIFICATION AND KEY QUALITIES
Professional Experience
Experience will be by qualification or time served or a combination of both. Specific experience with listed buildings and traditional skills is advantageous, but not essential.
Must be an experienced Painter & Decorator who will be able to work unsupervised as well as within a team.
Strong knowledge of painting techniques, materials, and surface preparation.
Ability to read and interpret drawings or specifications.
Good colour vision and attention to detail.
Competent in wallpapering and specialist finishes (e.g., glossing, spraying, textured coatings).
Be committed to promoting and embedding an inclusive culture, with equality of opportunity for all.
A welcoming and friendly demeanour for all visitors to the College.
PART FOUR
BENEFITS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND APPLICATION
Start Date
Flexible start date for the right candidate with preference for commencement as soon as possible.
Hours of Work
This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week , and such other hours as are reasonably necessary to meet the needs of the College and the demands of the role.
Salary
£32,824.00 (gross) per annum. Paid in arrears, to a nominated back account in 12 equal payments.
Induction and Continuous Training and Development
The school is fully committed to the induction, training and development of all our staff, with staff supported to grow and reach their full potential.
We deliver a range of training, run by both our own staff and external providers, varying from highly practical First Aid courses to seminars and learning lunches on many aspects of teaching and learning.
There is an annual cycle of appraisal offering the opportunity to reflect on professional practice and development opportunities.
The school also offers a wide range of apprenticeships supporting staff development and progression.
Pension and Life Cover
On employment, employees will be auto-enrolled into the College’s pension scheme according to legislative thresholds. Those who are not eligible for auto-enrolment may still elect to join the College’s pension scheme.
Initially, when joining the College’s pension scheme, employees will become a member of the College’s Group Personal Pension Plan (GPP). For this Plan, known as Tier 1, the employee contributes 4% and the employer 3%.
After 9 month’s membership of the Tier 1 plan, employees may opt to join Tier 2, which is also a GPP, where the employee contributes 5% and the employer 9%.
Employees in Tier 1 automatically qualify for a Life Cover of 2 times salary. On entry to Tier 2, Life Cover changes to 4 times salary.
Annual Leave
The College leave year runs from 1 September to 31 August. This position will be entitled to 28 days holiday annually, which includes the usual Public Bank Holidays. Any Public Bank Holiday occurring during term time is deemed to be a normal working day. All leave must be taken by prior arrangement and must be taken outside of the school’s term times.
Subject to the discretion of the school’s Bursar, a gift may also be given of extra time off during the Christmas period.
Wider Benefits
Free staff lunches during term time.
Free use of some sports facilities and discounted hire charges for others
Tour of the College, with discounted rates available for booking venues within the school’s grounds for hospitality events.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free access to an ongoing cycle of cultural, musical, theatrical and sporting talks and events.
Employee Referral Scheme, with a reward of up to £250 for staff (subject to scheme conditions).
Free Library membership with access to a range of online journals and magazines.
Reduced green fee rates for local golf course.
Probation, Notice Periods
The first three months of employment will be a probationary period. Regular reviews with line managers take place over the probationary period with the opportunity to discuss progress, identify any areas for action and ensure that there is appropriate guidance and support in place to enable successful completion of the probationary period.
During the probationary period, the notice required by either party to terminate employment will be one week. Once employment is confirmed, the notice period will be one month.
Disclosure Check
As Winchester College is an educational establishment, a condition of employment will be that the successful candidate must consent to the school obtaining an Enhanced Level Disclosure Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This will reveal all spent and unspent convictions, warnings, cautions and bind-overs. A policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on the school’s website.
Safeguarding is one of the primary responsibilities of this role. The jobholder is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact with, and will need to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy at all times. The postholder should be conversant with the responsibilities and procedures detailed in this policy and with the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education . If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the postholder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, they must report any concerns to the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, or in their absence, the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
References and Other Pre-employment Checks
The appointment will be dependent upon the receipt of a successful medical check and satisfactory references. The College will usually seek references from shortlisted candidates before interview and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications. At least one referee must be the current or most recent employer. Where applicants are not currently working with children but have done so in the past, one referee must be the person by whom they were most recently employed when working with children.
HOW TO APPLY
Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.
Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on Friday 30 September 2026
If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk .
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace and are committed to promoting a fair and supportive environment for all our employees. We are keen to welcome applications from all applicants that feel that they meet the requirements of the role, regardless of their background and culture.
Data Protection
Winchester College collects and processes relevant personal data as part of its everyday operations and is obliged to process it in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Act 2018. The school is the Data Controller of this data under the Act and is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office. Its registration number is Z5751669.
If you have any queries or comments about this policy or how personal data is processed by the school, please contact the Bursar and his team by emailing: dataprotection@wincoll.ac.uk or by writing to: Data Protection, The Bursary, Winchester College, College Street, Winchester, SO23 9NA.
PART FIVE
ABOUT WINCHESTER COLLEGE
For nearly 650 years Wykehamists have been taught and nurtured in an atmosphere of intellectual inquiry and academic excellence. In every generation it has helped them leave the college with confidence and curiosity, ready to make their mark upon society. We deliberately give our pupils time, space and freedom to develop their thoughts for themselves.
A large, full boarding school, Winchester is in the process of expanding pupil numbers and transitioning to co-education in the Sixth Form, with the transition expected to be complete by 2029. In 2025, Winchester merged with The Pilgrims’ School, one of the leading academic prep schools for boys with a particularly strong musical tradition founded on its unique status as a double choir school.
Site Manager - Planned Maintenance 55K plus package Walton on Thames based Full-Time, permanent position We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit multiple experienced Site Managers to deliver Planned Maintenance Projects throughout Walton on Thames. Work scopes are varied, and include aids and adapts, kitchens, bathrooms, roofing works, window and door replacements, cladding, structural repairs and insulation. This is a client facing role where you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. We are looking for candidates with proven experience of driving successful delivery through effective management, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 55K. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
19/10/2026
Full time
Site Manager - Planned Maintenance 55K plus package Walton on Thames based Full-Time, permanent position We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit multiple experienced Site Managers to deliver Planned Maintenance Projects throughout Walton on Thames. Work scopes are varied, and include aids and adapts, kitchens, bathrooms, roofing works, window and door replacements, cladding, structural repairs and insulation. This is a client facing role where you will be responsible for delivering refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. We are looking for candidates with proven experience of driving successful delivery through effective management, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 55K. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Contract: Permanent Essential Qualification: HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction or a related discipline or higher. Essential Requirement: Full Driving Licence Interview date: 7 October 2026 (In Person) Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role . Artificial Intelligence (AI) We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting, however we understand that AI may be used as a reasonable adjustment, if using AI to support your application, please give a brief explanation why to help ensure fair selection process. Ask us about flexible working options to fit with your work/life balance - The Role We are seeking a motivated and detailed-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of our Capital Projects Department. The postholder will support the provision of professional quantity surveying and cost management services across the Council s capital programme and will assist in cost planning, financial monitoring, contract administration and reporting under the supervision of the Quantity Surveyors & Cost Controls Manager, whilst developing their own skills and experience towards professional qualification. The postholder will also take on responsibility or assist the Quantity Surveyor for numerous projects and to work closely with design and project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure the projects commercially on track. The role also includes regular site visits and meetings for the review of the progress, valuation for interim payment, valuation of variations, re-measurement for final accounts settlement, etc. The role would ideally suit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking to push on with their career and become chartered through RICS, CIOB or other professional institutions. About You This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents. As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services. For more information please see the Work with Us page on greater.jobs About Us This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents. As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services. Our Values are really important to us, read all about them below, along with all our great staff benefits, the job description/person specification for the role and the important legal bits, and our Top Tips too. Ready to apply? Then please click Apply and upload your anonymised CV and supporting statement discussing your relevant skills and experience and explain how you believe they make you a strong fit for this role. Within Greater Manchester, local authorities have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel. Please see greater.jobs for further information before you apply. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Employment offers are conditional subject to satisfactory clearances. For roles where a criminal records check from the DBS is required, this includes satisfactory clearance of this check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of an individual s offence/s. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. Bolton Council s policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders is available here. This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification. This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. That means we will recognise your continuous or unbroken service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation that has signed the commitment, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority, giving you access to our service-related benefits. Please see the home page of greater.jobs for more information.
19/10/2026
Full time
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Contract: Permanent Essential Qualification: HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction or a related discipline or higher. Essential Requirement: Full Driving Licence Interview date: 7 October 2026 (In Person) Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role . Artificial Intelligence (AI) We embrace AI to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and are looking for passionate individuals to join our organisation. Please ensure you personally complete your application and read all the instructions carefully to maximise your chances of success. Applications that rely too heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting, however we understand that AI may be used as a reasonable adjustment, if using AI to support your application, please give a brief explanation why to help ensure fair selection process. Ask us about flexible working options to fit with your work/life balance - The Role We are seeking a motivated and detailed-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of our Capital Projects Department. The postholder will support the provision of professional quantity surveying and cost management services across the Council s capital programme and will assist in cost planning, financial monitoring, contract administration and reporting under the supervision of the Quantity Surveyors & Cost Controls Manager, whilst developing their own skills and experience towards professional qualification. The postholder will also take on responsibility or assist the Quantity Surveyor for numerous projects and to work closely with design and project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure the projects commercially on track. The role also includes regular site visits and meetings for the review of the progress, valuation for interim payment, valuation of variations, re-measurement for final accounts settlement, etc. The role would ideally suit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking to push on with their career and become chartered through RICS, CIOB or other professional institutions. About You This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents. As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services. For more information please see the Work with Us page on greater.jobs About Us This is your opportunity to join us at an exciting time as we have strong ambitions for the borough. Bolton is a great place to work. We are a welcoming organisation that wants to contribute to a place where people feel active, connected and prosperous. We are passionate about improving the outcomes and experience of Bolton people. We want Bolton to be a vibrant place built on strong cohesive communities, successful businesses and healthy, engaged residents. As an employer we want to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment, by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits, including discounts and exclusive gym membership prices and salary sacrifice schemes. In addition, we offer a generous annual leave allowance, flexible work opportunities, access to a Pension Scheme, as well as a range of employee wellbeing and support services. Our Values are really important to us, read all about them below, along with all our great staff benefits, the job description/person specification for the role and the important legal bits, and our Top Tips too. Ready to apply? Then please click Apply and upload your anonymised CV and supporting statement discussing your relevant skills and experience and explain how you believe they make you a strong fit for this role. Within Greater Manchester, local authorities have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel. Please see greater.jobs for further information before you apply. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Employment offers are conditional subject to satisfactory clearances. For roles where a criminal records check from the DBS is required, this includes satisfactory clearance of this check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of an individual s offence/s. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. Bolton Council s policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders is available here. This post is a designated customer facing role under the fluency duty and requires a specified level of spoken English as per the person specification. This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. That means we will recognise your continuous or unbroken service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation that has signed the commitment, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority, giving you access to our service-related benefits. Please see the home page of greater.jobs for more information.
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Façades North West Permanent, full-time £60,000 - £70,000 package Office-based with travel to project sites across the UK as required. Winsearch is proud to partner with a growing specialist façade contractor looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its commercial team. This is a senior, hands-on position requiring a proven commercial background within the façade or cladding subcontract sector. You'll take ownership of multiple projects from tender handover through to final account, working with minimal supervision while supporting the development of junior commercial staff. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll manage the commercial performance of several façade projects at different stages. Packages may include curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, architectural glazing, SFS and fire-rated façade systems. You'll work closely with design, procurement and project-delivery teams to manage package scope, control change, maintain accurate forecasts and protect the commercial position of the business. This is not a step-up role. My client needs an established Senior Quantity Surveyor who can manage numerous projects autonomously and produce accurate, high-quality work without routine checking. What You'll Be Doing Managing multiple façade projects from tender handover to final account Reviewing package scope, contract terms, qualifications and budgets Producing CVRs, forecasts and detailed commercial reports Managing project costs, cash flow and anticipated final outcomes Administering JCT and NEC contracts in practice Issuing contractual notices within required timescales Managing variations, compensation events and claims Maintaining accurate change, risk and commercial registers Leading subcontractor and supplier procurement Preparing and issuing tender enquiries Reviewing quotations, exclusions and commercial qualifications Negotiating subcontract terms, rates and final accounts Preparing valuations and applications for payment Assessing subcontractor applications and payment entitlement Identifying scope gaps, package interfaces and commercial risks Working with design teams to capture drawing and specification changes Liaising with clients, consultants and main contractor commercial teams Attending project meetings and site visits where required Managing and mentoring trainees and Quantity Surveyors Organising and delegating work across the commercial team What They're Looking For Proven experience in a similar Senior Quantity Surveyor role Demonstrable commercial experience within a façade or cladding subcontractor Experience managing curtain walling, rainscreen, glazing or fire-rated façade packages Strong practical knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts Ability to manage numerous projects concurrently Proven ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision Strong cost-management, procurement and commercial-reporting skills Excellent scope-management and change-control capability Experience managing contractual risk Strong subcontract procurement and negotiation experience Experience managing or mentoring trainees and Quantity Surveyors Confident client and stakeholder-management skills Ability to organise and delegate effectively Excellent numeracy, grammar and reporting skills Proficiency in commercial software and Microsoft Office Based within practical commuting distance of the North West office Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying Valid CSCS card Full UK driving licence Direct façade or cladding subcontract experience Desirable Professional membership or progress towards chartership Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors Experience across several façade-system types Five GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent About You You'll be highly self-sufficient, methodical and comfortable taking complete ownership of your workload. You should be able to identify scope gaps, challenge commercial assumptions and communicate risk clearly without waiting for direction. Your written work, reporting and numerical analysis must be consistently accurate. You'll also need to be a confident and articulate communicator who can negotiate firmly, build productive client relationships and support less experienced members of the commercial team. How Success Will Be Measured Commercial performance of assigned projects Accuracy and timeliness of CVRs and forecasts Effective scope and change management Cash-flow and margin performance Quality of procurement and subcontract negotiations Timely agreement of variations and final accounts Accuracy of commercial records and reporting Client and supply-chain relationships Development of junior commercial staff Ability to manage multiple projects independently What's In It For You £60,000 - £70,000 package 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Profit-share scheme Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Pension scheme Holiday buy-and-sell scheme Ownership of technically demanding façade projects Direct access to senior commercial leadership Opportunity to mentor and develop junior staff Long-term progression within a growing specialist contractor If you're an established Senior Quantity Surveyor with direct façade or cladding subcontract experience, contact Winsearch for a confidential discussion. INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
19/10/2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Façades North West Permanent, full-time £60,000 - £70,000 package Office-based with travel to project sites across the UK as required. Winsearch is proud to partner with a growing specialist façade contractor looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its commercial team. This is a senior, hands-on position requiring a proven commercial background within the façade or cladding subcontract sector. You'll take ownership of multiple projects from tender handover through to final account, working with minimal supervision while supporting the development of junior commercial staff. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll manage the commercial performance of several façade projects at different stages. Packages may include curtain walling, rainscreen cladding, architectural glazing, SFS and fire-rated façade systems. You'll work closely with design, procurement and project-delivery teams to manage package scope, control change, maintain accurate forecasts and protect the commercial position of the business. This is not a step-up role. My client needs an established Senior Quantity Surveyor who can manage numerous projects autonomously and produce accurate, high-quality work without routine checking. What You'll Be Doing Managing multiple façade projects from tender handover to final account Reviewing package scope, contract terms, qualifications and budgets Producing CVRs, forecasts and detailed commercial reports Managing project costs, cash flow and anticipated final outcomes Administering JCT and NEC contracts in practice Issuing contractual notices within required timescales Managing variations, compensation events and claims Maintaining accurate change, risk and commercial registers Leading subcontractor and supplier procurement Preparing and issuing tender enquiries Reviewing quotations, exclusions and commercial qualifications Negotiating subcontract terms, rates and final accounts Preparing valuations and applications for payment Assessing subcontractor applications and payment entitlement Identifying scope gaps, package interfaces and commercial risks Working with design teams to capture drawing and specification changes Liaising with clients, consultants and main contractor commercial teams Attending project meetings and site visits where required Managing and mentoring trainees and Quantity Surveyors Organising and delegating work across the commercial team What They're Looking For Proven experience in a similar Senior Quantity Surveyor role Demonstrable commercial experience within a façade or cladding subcontractor Experience managing curtain walling, rainscreen, glazing or fire-rated façade packages Strong practical knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts Ability to manage numerous projects concurrently Proven ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision Strong cost-management, procurement and commercial-reporting skills Excellent scope-management and change-control capability Experience managing contractual risk Strong subcontract procurement and negotiation experience Experience managing or mentoring trainees and Quantity Surveyors Confident client and stakeholder-management skills Ability to organise and delegate effectively Excellent numeracy, grammar and reporting skills Proficiency in commercial software and Microsoft Office Based within practical commuting distance of the North West office Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying Valid CSCS card Full UK driving licence Direct façade or cladding subcontract experience Desirable Professional membership or progress towards chartership Experience working with Tier 1 main contractors Experience across several façade-system types Five GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent About You You'll be highly self-sufficient, methodical and comfortable taking complete ownership of your workload. You should be able to identify scope gaps, challenge commercial assumptions and communicate risk clearly without waiting for direction. Your written work, reporting and numerical analysis must be consistently accurate. You'll also need to be a confident and articulate communicator who can negotiate firmly, build productive client relationships and support less experienced members of the commercial team. How Success Will Be Measured Commercial performance of assigned projects Accuracy and timeliness of CVRs and forecasts Effective scope and change management Cash-flow and margin performance Quality of procurement and subcontract negotiations Timely agreement of variations and final accounts Accuracy of commercial records and reporting Client and supply-chain relationships Development of junior commercial staff Ability to manage multiple projects independently What's In It For You £60,000 - £70,000 package 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Profit-share scheme Life assurance Healthcare cash plan Pension scheme Holiday buy-and-sell scheme Ownership of technically demanding façade projects Direct access to senior commercial leadership Opportunity to mentor and develop junior staff Long-term progression within a growing specialist contractor If you're an established Senior Quantity Surveyor with direct façade or cladding subcontract experience, contact Winsearch for a confidential discussion. INDWIN Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a permanent opportunity with a respected regional main contractor delivering varied construction projects across the Yorkshire region? My client is looking to appoint an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. They are an established and well-respected main contractor, operating regionally and delivering projects for clients across the Commercial, Health, Education and Industrial sectors. As Estimator, you will lead the commercial and contractual aspects of bid submissions, ensuring each bid is commercially robust and handed over clearly to the delivery team. The role will cover single-stage competitive tenders, two-stage tender design and build projects, and fully negotiated design and build development schemes. This means you will need a strong track record across a broad range of construction projects, with the confidence to manage cost planning, risk, procurement strategy, value engineering and tender clarification from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Develop a detailed understanding of the client requirements and contractual obligations for each opportunity. Implementing all business systems and process, develop a robust commercial strategy for each project, covering matters such as subcontractor procurement, risk management, opportunity identification, main contract and sub-contract selection, contract and design derogations, value engineering and value for money compliance. Undertake high level cost planning relative to design maturity at each stage of the bid. Appraise and understand any gaps in technical information and implement necessary mitigation strategies to overcome in a considered manner. Develop a robust nett cost estimate for the works. Develop detailed contractors proposals and/or tender clarifications to clearly detail our offer. Oversee / undertake the timely development and collation of subcontract enquiries, take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities (BoQ s). Oversee / undertaken reconciliation of the tender returns, ensuring compliance and identification of cost risks and opportunities, as well as raising all necessary technical queries. Assess contract conditions and advise and implement suitable risk mitigation measures, leading contract negotiations where required. Support design development and design reviews to ensure designs tie in with the commercial constraints of the bid. Ensure thorough understanding and input into project programme and methodology alongside the operational team. Develop and maintain a risk and opportunities register. Development and implementation of business systems and processes, including use of accounts software, take-off and estimating software, tender launch meetings, mid-tender reviews and tender settlements. Develop and maintain detailed information and audit trail to support robust handover to project delivery team. Maintain regular dialogue with the delivery team to support any queries and gather feedback and lessons learnt for future bids. Understand business development and the bidding marketplace including competitor environment and external market forces. Skills, experience and Qualification BSc (Hons) degree qualification or similar. The ability to demonstrate clearly, the skills required to achieve the commercial responsibilities. Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Knowledge and experience of using ConQuest and/or BlueBeam software (preferred). Extensive experience of NEC and JCT Construction contracts. Excellent levels of computer literacy and be fluent in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel. The ability to work as a team member in a busy working environment and under own direction. A flexible working attitude and a positive approach to learning and development. A positive and professional attitude. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A customer & solutions focused mindset. This is a superb and rare opportunity to join an organisation with an excellent reputation in the market and a genuine commitment to looking after its people. You will be joining a business that offers variety, long-term stability and the chance to make a real impact across high-quality regional projects. Competitive Salary, Dependent on experience Annual Bonus opportunity 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 days Auto Enrolment pension Staff discounts High Street & Retail discount schemes Bike 2 Work Scheme Technology Scheme Paid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes If this Estimator role sounds like the right next step for you, please hit the Apply button on this site or email your CV directly to (url removed). You can also contact me directly on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. I look forward to hearing from you. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
19/10/2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a permanent opportunity with a respected regional main contractor delivering varied construction projects across the Yorkshire region? My client is looking to appoint an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. They are an established and well-respected main contractor, operating regionally and delivering projects for clients across the Commercial, Health, Education and Industrial sectors. As Estimator, you will lead the commercial and contractual aspects of bid submissions, ensuring each bid is commercially robust and handed over clearly to the delivery team. The role will cover single-stage competitive tenders, two-stage tender design and build projects, and fully negotiated design and build development schemes. This means you will need a strong track record across a broad range of construction projects, with the confidence to manage cost planning, risk, procurement strategy, value engineering and tender clarification from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Develop a detailed understanding of the client requirements and contractual obligations for each opportunity. Implementing all business systems and process, develop a robust commercial strategy for each project, covering matters such as subcontractor procurement, risk management, opportunity identification, main contract and sub-contract selection, contract and design derogations, value engineering and value for money compliance. Undertake high level cost planning relative to design maturity at each stage of the bid. Appraise and understand any gaps in technical information and implement necessary mitigation strategies to overcome in a considered manner. Develop a robust nett cost estimate for the works. Develop detailed contractors proposals and/or tender clarifications to clearly detail our offer. Oversee / undertake the timely development and collation of subcontract enquiries, take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities (BoQ s). Oversee / undertaken reconciliation of the tender returns, ensuring compliance and identification of cost risks and opportunities, as well as raising all necessary technical queries. Assess contract conditions and advise and implement suitable risk mitigation measures, leading contract negotiations where required. Support design development and design reviews to ensure designs tie in with the commercial constraints of the bid. Ensure thorough understanding and input into project programme and methodology alongside the operational team. Develop and maintain a risk and opportunities register. Development and implementation of business systems and processes, including use of accounts software, take-off and estimating software, tender launch meetings, mid-tender reviews and tender settlements. Develop and maintain detailed information and audit trail to support robust handover to project delivery team. Maintain regular dialogue with the delivery team to support any queries and gather feedback and lessons learnt for future bids. Understand business development and the bidding marketplace including competitor environment and external market forces. Skills, experience and Qualification BSc (Hons) degree qualification or similar. The ability to demonstrate clearly, the skills required to achieve the commercial responsibilities. Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Knowledge and experience of using ConQuest and/or BlueBeam software (preferred). Extensive experience of NEC and JCT Construction contracts. Excellent levels of computer literacy and be fluent in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel. The ability to work as a team member in a busy working environment and under own direction. A flexible working attitude and a positive approach to learning and development. A positive and professional attitude. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A customer & solutions focused mindset. This is a superb and rare opportunity to join an organisation with an excellent reputation in the market and a genuine commitment to looking after its people. You will be joining a business that offers variety, long-term stability and the chance to make a real impact across high-quality regional projects. Competitive Salary, Dependent on experience Annual Bonus opportunity 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 days Auto Enrolment pension Staff discounts High Street & Retail discount schemes Bike 2 Work Scheme Technology Scheme Paid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes If this Estimator role sounds like the right next step for you, please hit the Apply button on this site or email your CV directly to (url removed). You can also contact me directly on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. I look forward to hearing from you. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
Randstad Construction & Property
Reading, Oxfordshire
We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a new Building Services/Technical Manager for the business. The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them. The regional office is based near Slough but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor, Thames Valley and Oxfordshire and they target work in the education, public sector, retail, leisure and commercial marketplaces on negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2025 and 2026 has been secured. Current live projects include new build Higher Education, Primary Schools, Leisure and Retail developments, local authority schemes as well as NHS projects all won on a 2 stage process through a range of frameworks such as SCF, Pagabo and DFE and values are from 20 to 90 million. The role is to take full responsibility for the services packages across a range of the projects and you will be involved with the bid and estimating teams at preconstruction stage to look at the feasibility, programme times and buildability of the scheme. You will work with the design and commercial teams and subcontractors to establish best practice, price and procedure for the schemes and your input is essential to the successful delivery of the wider project. Upon contract award you will work with the wider site delivery team to oversee the services packages on site and help manage the subcontractors through the install process dealing with all related technical queries all the way through to commissioning and handover - this is a real opportunity to work cradle to grave on schemes and see your ideas and plans come to life on site. They are flexible on how and where you to choose to work and operate a hybrid model where you can work in the office, hotdesk at the nearest project, work on live sites or work from home if needed and take a grown up and pragmatic approach to how you work and look to find the best way for you to achieve your goals alongside a work/life balance. The role would ideally suit someone from a either a main contractor or specialist subcontractor with experience of both mechanical and electrical services and experience of precon and delivery would be an advantage. Ideally degree qualified but they are also keen to look at individuals who have worked their way up off the tools. This is fantastic opportunity to join a growing business who will value your opinion and listen to your expertise and in return offer you the chance to develop your career in whatever direction you want to take it so get in touch for a more detailed conversation. 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.
19/10/2026
Full time
We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a new Building Services/Technical Manager for the business. The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them. The regional office is based near Slough but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor, Thames Valley and Oxfordshire and they target work in the education, public sector, retail, leisure and commercial marketplaces on negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2025 and 2026 has been secured. Current live projects include new build Higher Education, Primary Schools, Leisure and Retail developments, local authority schemes as well as NHS projects all won on a 2 stage process through a range of frameworks such as SCF, Pagabo and DFE and values are from 20 to 90 million. The role is to take full responsibility for the services packages across a range of the projects and you will be involved with the bid and estimating teams at preconstruction stage to look at the feasibility, programme times and buildability of the scheme. You will work with the design and commercial teams and subcontractors to establish best practice, price and procedure for the schemes and your input is essential to the successful delivery of the wider project. Upon contract award you will work with the wider site delivery team to oversee the services packages on site and help manage the subcontractors through the install process dealing with all related technical queries all the way through to commissioning and handover - this is a real opportunity to work cradle to grave on schemes and see your ideas and plans come to life on site. They are flexible on how and where you to choose to work and operate a hybrid model where you can work in the office, hotdesk at the nearest project, work on live sites or work from home if needed and take a grown up and pragmatic approach to how you work and look to find the best way for you to achieve your goals alongside a work/life balance. The role would ideally suit someone from a either a main contractor or specialist subcontractor with experience of both mechanical and electrical services and experience of precon and delivery would be an advantage. Ideally degree qualified but they are also keen to look at individuals who have worked their way up off the tools. This is fantastic opportunity to join a growing business who will value your opinion and listen to your expertise and in return offer you the chance to develop your career in whatever direction you want to take it so get in touch for a more detailed conversation. 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.
BRIO DIGITAL Technical Architect AWS Cloud Telephony | AI Voice | Healthtech Contract type Short-term contract Duration 10 working days (2 weeks) - Potential for extension Start date ASAP Location Fully remote (UK based) Sector Healthtech/AI Technology AWS cloud telephony (Amazon Connect and supporting AWS services) About the client Our client is a fast-growing UK healthtech scale-up using AI to transform patient communication. Their platform uses specialised AI voice agents to automate inbound and outbound patient phone calls, classifying and handling enquiries so clinical and administrative teams can focus on care. Staff get Real Time visibility of every automated interaction and the actions the AI suggests. The aim is simple: make it easier for patients to get through and reduce waiting times, while lowering the administrative load on healthcare providers. The role The client needs an experienced Technical Architect for a focused 10-day engagement on the AWS telephony layer behind its AI voice platform. You will assess the current architecture, design the target state for scale, resilience and compliance, and leave the engineering team with clear designs and a roadmap they can deliver against. This is a hands-on, fixed-term assignment. You will need to start quickly and work effectively with minimal onboarding. Key responsibilities * Review the existing AWS telephony architecture, including Amazon Connect configuration, call flows, routing, telephony numbers and integrations. * Assess how Real Time call audio and data move between the telephony layer and the AI voice agents, identifying latency, reliability and scaling risks. * Design target-state high-level and low-level architecture to support growth in call volumes and new healthcare customers. * Review security and data handling for sensitive patient data, including encryption, access control, call recording and data retention. * Define integration patterns with clinical, practice management and Back Office systems using AWS services such as Lambda, Kinesis and API Gateway. * Run workshops with engineering and product stakeholders to agree design decisions. * Deliver a prioritised set of recommendations and an implementation roadmap, and hand over all documentation to the internal team. BRIO DIGITAL Specialist Technology Recruitment Expected deliverables * Current-state architecture assessment. * Target-state architecture design (HLD, with LLD where required). * Security and compliance considerations for patient data. * Recommendations report and implementation roadmap. * Handover session with the engineering team. Essential skills and experience * Proven experience as a Technical or Solutions Architect delivering AWS cloud telephony or contact centre solutions. * Strong hands-on knowledge of Amazon Connect: contact flows, routing, queues, telephony and number management. * Experience streaming Real Time call audio to downstream services (for example Kinesis Video Streams or media streaming). * Solid experience with core AWS services: Lambda, Lex, IAM, CloudWatch, Kinesis, S3 and DynamoDB. * Experience designing secure architectures for sensitive personal data under UK GDPR. * Ability to produce clear architecture documentation at pace. * Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Available to start immediately. Desirable * Experience in healthcare or NHS environments, including NHS DSPT or DCB0129 clinical safety standards. * Experience with conversational AI, LLM-based voice agents or speech services (Amazon Transcribe, Polly, Lex). * AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional). * Infrastructure as Code experience (CloudFormation, Terraform or CDK). * Experience in a start-up or scale-up product environment. How to apply Please send your up-to-date CV and confirmation of your availability to start. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly given the immediate start.
19/10/2026
Full time
BRIO DIGITAL Technical Architect AWS Cloud Telephony | AI Voice | Healthtech Contract type Short-term contract Duration 10 working days (2 weeks) - Potential for extension Start date ASAP Location Fully remote (UK based) Sector Healthtech/AI Technology AWS cloud telephony (Amazon Connect and supporting AWS services) About the client Our client is a fast-growing UK healthtech scale-up using AI to transform patient communication. Their platform uses specialised AI voice agents to automate inbound and outbound patient phone calls, classifying and handling enquiries so clinical and administrative teams can focus on care. Staff get Real Time visibility of every automated interaction and the actions the AI suggests. The aim is simple: make it easier for patients to get through and reduce waiting times, while lowering the administrative load on healthcare providers. The role The client needs an experienced Technical Architect for a focused 10-day engagement on the AWS telephony layer behind its AI voice platform. You will assess the current architecture, design the target state for scale, resilience and compliance, and leave the engineering team with clear designs and a roadmap they can deliver against. This is a hands-on, fixed-term assignment. You will need to start quickly and work effectively with minimal onboarding. Key responsibilities * Review the existing AWS telephony architecture, including Amazon Connect configuration, call flows, routing, telephony numbers and integrations. * Assess how Real Time call audio and data move between the telephony layer and the AI voice agents, identifying latency, reliability and scaling risks. * Design target-state high-level and low-level architecture to support growth in call volumes and new healthcare customers. * Review security and data handling for sensitive patient data, including encryption, access control, call recording and data retention. * Define integration patterns with clinical, practice management and Back Office systems using AWS services such as Lambda, Kinesis and API Gateway. * Run workshops with engineering and product stakeholders to agree design decisions. * Deliver a prioritised set of recommendations and an implementation roadmap, and hand over all documentation to the internal team. BRIO DIGITAL Specialist Technology Recruitment Expected deliverables * Current-state architecture assessment. * Target-state architecture design (HLD, with LLD where required). * Security and compliance considerations for patient data. * Recommendations report and implementation roadmap. * Handover session with the engineering team. Essential skills and experience * Proven experience as a Technical or Solutions Architect delivering AWS cloud telephony or contact centre solutions. * Strong hands-on knowledge of Amazon Connect: contact flows, routing, queues, telephony and number management. * Experience streaming Real Time call audio to downstream services (for example Kinesis Video Streams or media streaming). * Solid experience with core AWS services: Lambda, Lex, IAM, CloudWatch, Kinesis, S3 and DynamoDB. * Experience designing secure architectures for sensitive personal data under UK GDPR. * Ability to produce clear architecture documentation at pace. * Confident communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Available to start immediately. Desirable * Experience in healthcare or NHS environments, including NHS DSPT or DCB0129 clinical safety standards. * Experience with conversational AI, LLM-based voice agents or speech services (Amazon Transcribe, Polly, Lex). * AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional). * Infrastructure as Code experience (CloudFormation, Terraform or CDK). * Experience in a start-up or scale-up product environment. How to apply Please send your up-to-date CV and confirmation of your availability to start. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly given the immediate start.
We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a Design Manager to join the team. The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them. The regional office is based near Reading but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor Reading and Oxford and they target work in the education, public sector, leisure and commercial marketplaces with a mix of negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2025 and 2026 has been secured and 2027/28 is almost there so they are now in a position to be highly selective about what type of work they look at. Current live projects include new build NHS and student schemes in Oxford, SEN schools, Life Sciences schemes, Office and local authority developments ranging from 25 to 90 million on JCT and NEC forms of contract. The role of design Manager includes early involvement at tender and bid stage, working with the estimating and commercial teams to carry out a detailed and forensic investigation into the scheme and work on the key packages to explore and identify both opportunities and potential issues with critical pathways, carry out ve exercises where needed and use your skills and expertise to create detailed input for the tender and bid packages. You will be responsible for the information flow between client, consultants, subcontractors and your own internal teams and take the lead on the framework schemes. You will be responsible for taking the scheme from tender, bid including full detailed 2nd stage works, contract award and finally onto site for the construction phase. You will be responsible for management and implementation of the design on site with the project manager and site delivery teams and subcontractors and take responsibility for managing rfi's, change process, cdm regulations etc. through to handover, commissioning. You will ideally have worked for a tier 1 or larger regional contractor on schemes above 10 million and have experience of both D&B projects and framework negotiations, be able to demonstrate excellent work practices, attention to detail, organisational skills as well as the ability to identify opportunities and potential issues. They are looking for experienced Design Managers as well as senior staff as part of their controlled growth and development and now is a brilliant time to join the business. They offer a competitive salary and package, hybrid working options, full training and bespoke development packages and the opportunities for advancement are unlimited - they regularly recognise, reward and promote the best internal talent. 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.
19/10/2026
Full time
We are working with a Tier 1 contractor based near Reading to recruit a Design Manager to join the team. The company are a national brand with an excellent reputation in their chosen marketplace and have excellent long term relationships with clients, subcontractors and the wider supply chain and have a forward thinking approach to staff engagement and there are opportunities to grow and develop your career with them. The regional office is based near Reading but the geographical area covers the M4 Corridor Reading and Oxford and they target work in the education, public sector, leisure and commercial marketplaces with a mix of negotiated and framework opportunities. Turnover for 2025 and 2026 has been secured and 2027/28 is almost there so they are now in a position to be highly selective about what type of work they look at. Current live projects include new build NHS and student schemes in Oxford, SEN schools, Life Sciences schemes, Office and local authority developments ranging from 25 to 90 million on JCT and NEC forms of contract. The role of design Manager includes early involvement at tender and bid stage, working with the estimating and commercial teams to carry out a detailed and forensic investigation into the scheme and work on the key packages to explore and identify both opportunities and potential issues with critical pathways, carry out ve exercises where needed and use your skills and expertise to create detailed input for the tender and bid packages. You will be responsible for the information flow between client, consultants, subcontractors and your own internal teams and take the lead on the framework schemes. You will be responsible for taking the scheme from tender, bid including full detailed 2nd stage works, contract award and finally onto site for the construction phase. You will be responsible for management and implementation of the design on site with the project manager and site delivery teams and subcontractors and take responsibility for managing rfi's, change process, cdm regulations etc. through to handover, commissioning. You will ideally have worked for a tier 1 or larger regional contractor on schemes above 10 million and have experience of both D&B projects and framework negotiations, be able to demonstrate excellent work practices, attention to detail, organisational skills as well as the ability to identify opportunities and potential issues. They are looking for experienced Design Managers as well as senior staff as part of their controlled growth and development and now is a brilliant time to join the business. They offer a competitive salary and package, hybrid working options, full training and bespoke development packages and the opportunities for advancement are unlimited - they regularly recognise, reward and promote the best internal talent. 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.
Location: County Hall, Northallerton Hours: 37 hours a week Start time: 8:30am End time: 5pm Role Purpose To effectively deliver quantity surveying services across assigned projects, ensuring all commercial aspects are managed efficiently, including procurement, risk management, cost control, forecasting, value reporting, and contractual compliance. The role supports project teams in meeting contract requirements while ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with Brierley Homes' governance framework, policies, procedures, and commercial objectives. The Quantity Surveyor will work closely with Project Managers, clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, commercial colleagues, legal and insurance departments, finance teams, procurement specialists, and operational staff. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management & Financial Control Prepare and maintain accurate project cost forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections. Monitor project expenditure and profitability against agreed budgets. Produce cost-to-complete reports and cost/value reconciliations. Manage risk and change registers, identifying and mitigating commercial risks. Ensure all commercial activities comply with company governance, policies, and relevant legislation. Support continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate value-for-money principles. Assess project financial performance through accurate valuation of completed works. Administer applications for payment, interim valuations, certificates, and final account settlements. Prepare and evaluate compensation event claims, contractual claims, and insurance-related claims where required. Contract & Supply Chain Management Support procurement activities and supply chain selection processes. Administer contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Manage payment mechanisms, change control procedures, and final account negotiations. Identify, record, notify, and negotiate contractual changes. Assess the financial implications of change events and agree appropriate compensation. Maintain a sound understanding of standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT. Provide advice and guidance on contractual matters and prepare contractual correspondence. Support conflict avoidance, dispute resolution, and claims management processes. Analyse project programmes to assess delay, disruption, and entitlement to extensions of time. Effectively manage project-related commercial risks. Cost Planning & Budget Management Understand and manage pre-contract budgets and cost plans. Assist in developing tender budgets and identifying key cost drivers. Analyse and compare contractor and subcontractor tenders. Ensure the efficient utilisation of labour, materials, plant, equipment, and subcontractors. Monitor project performance and understand the effects of disruption on productivity and progress. Identify causes of delay and assess their impact on project completion. Measure and value completed works using appropriate financial assessment methods. Apply Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Rates, and Activity Schedules in accordance with recognised industry standards and methods of measurement. Team Management Support and contribute to the Performance Development Review (PDR) process. Ensure quarterly and annual performance reviews are completed within company timescales. Manage team members in accordance with company policies and procedures. Promote high standards of professional conduct, performance, and accountability. Health, Safety & Compliance Fulfil health and safety responsibilities in accordance with Brierley Homes' Health and Safety Policy and procedures. Maintain a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders. Actively identify, report, and address hazards, incidents, and safety concerns. Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards. Adhere to the Employee Code of Conduct and Behaviour Framework. Promote best practice and a positive health and safety culture across all projects. General Responsibilities Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and colleagues. Contribute to the successful delivery of projects by providing proactive commercial support and advice. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and level of responsibility as required by the business. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within construction or housing development. Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts. Experience managing project costs, budgets, forecasts, valuations, and final accounts. Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Strong understanding of risk management and change control procedures. Ability to interpret construction programmes and assess delay and disruption impacts. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard commercial management systems. Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred.
19/10/2026
Full time
Location: County Hall, Northallerton Hours: 37 hours a week Start time: 8:30am End time: 5pm Role Purpose To effectively deliver quantity surveying services across assigned projects, ensuring all commercial aspects are managed efficiently, including procurement, risk management, cost control, forecasting, value reporting, and contractual compliance. The role supports project teams in meeting contract requirements while ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with Brierley Homes' governance framework, policies, procedures, and commercial objectives. The Quantity Surveyor will work closely with Project Managers, clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, commercial colleagues, legal and insurance departments, finance teams, procurement specialists, and operational staff. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management & Financial Control Prepare and maintain accurate project cost forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections. Monitor project expenditure and profitability against agreed budgets. Produce cost-to-complete reports and cost/value reconciliations. Manage risk and change registers, identifying and mitigating commercial risks. Ensure all commercial activities comply with company governance, policies, and relevant legislation. Support continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate value-for-money principles. Assess project financial performance through accurate valuation of completed works. Administer applications for payment, interim valuations, certificates, and final account settlements. Prepare and evaluate compensation event claims, contractual claims, and insurance-related claims where required. Contract & Supply Chain Management Support procurement activities and supply chain selection processes. Administer contracts and subcontracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Manage payment mechanisms, change control procedures, and final account negotiations. Identify, record, notify, and negotiate contractual changes. Assess the financial implications of change events and agree appropriate compensation. Maintain a sound understanding of standard forms of contract, including NEC and JCT. Provide advice and guidance on contractual matters and prepare contractual correspondence. Support conflict avoidance, dispute resolution, and claims management processes. Analyse project programmes to assess delay, disruption, and entitlement to extensions of time. Effectively manage project-related commercial risks. Cost Planning & Budget Management Understand and manage pre-contract budgets and cost plans. Assist in developing tender budgets and identifying key cost drivers. Analyse and compare contractor and subcontractor tenders. Ensure the efficient utilisation of labour, materials, plant, equipment, and subcontractors. Monitor project performance and understand the effects of disruption on productivity and progress. Identify causes of delay and assess their impact on project completion. Measure and value completed works using appropriate financial assessment methods. Apply Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Rates, and Activity Schedules in accordance with recognised industry standards and methods of measurement. Team Management Support and contribute to the Performance Development Review (PDR) process. Ensure quarterly and annual performance reviews are completed within company timescales. Manage team members in accordance with company policies and procedures. Promote high standards of professional conduct, performance, and accountability. Health, Safety & Compliance Fulfil health and safety responsibilities in accordance with Brierley Homes' Health and Safety Policy and procedures. Maintain a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and other stakeholders. Actively identify, report, and address hazards, incidents, and safety concerns. Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards. Adhere to the Employee Code of Conduct and Behaviour Framework. Promote best practice and a positive health and safety culture across all projects. General Responsibilities Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and colleagues. Contribute to the successful delivery of projects by providing proactive commercial support and advice. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and level of responsibility as required by the business. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role within construction or housing development. Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts. Experience managing project costs, budgets, forecasts, valuations, and final accounts. Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Strong understanding of risk management and change control procedures. Ability to interpret construction programmes and assess delay and disruption impacts. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and report-writing skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry-standard commercial management systems. Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline preferred.
Bid Coordinator We are working with an award-winning, employee-owned architectural and heritage consultancy, to recruit a Bid Coordinator for their Manchester hub. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong bid coordination experience, excellent InDesign skills and an interest in architecture and the built environment to join a highly regarded international practice. The Role Bid Coordinator As Bid Coordinator, you will be responsible for the project management and delivery of high-quality bid submissions, working across multiple deadlines and with a variety of internal stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end bid process and ensuring procedures are followed correctly Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to produce proposals and presentation materials Using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, to create high-quality bid submissions Reviewing and proofreading bid content to ensure consistency, accuracy and quality Designing layouts for bids and tenders, including coordinating relevant imagery and graphics Maintaining bid libraries, staff CVs, project case studies and photography Reviewing both successful and unsuccessful bids to identify lessons learnt Taking ownership of improvements and efficiencies within the bidding process Working closely with business development and marketing teams About You To be considered for the role, you will ideally have: Excellent Adobe InDesign skills Strong time management and organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading ability Confidence dealing with stakeholders at all levels of seniority Experience working on high-value bids Previous bid coordination or bid management experience would be highly advantageous. Experience within architecture, construction or the wider built environment would also be beneficial, alongside graphic design skills or experience using procurement portals. In Return? Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Agile, flexible and hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working from home Annual leave increasing with long service Life assurance Study sponsorship with paid study leave Sabbaticals Employee assistance programme Season ticket loans Cycle to work scheme Virtual GP service Subscription fees Company day out Volunteering scheme Enhanced learning and development opportunities If you are a Bid Coordinator, currently considering your opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REFERENCE: 22857MC
17/10/2026
Full time
Bid Coordinator We are working with an award-winning, employee-owned architectural and heritage consultancy, to recruit a Bid Coordinator for their Manchester hub. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong bid coordination experience, excellent InDesign skills and an interest in architecture and the built environment to join a highly regarded international practice. The Role Bid Coordinator As Bid Coordinator, you will be responsible for the project management and delivery of high-quality bid submissions, working across multiple deadlines and with a variety of internal stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end bid process and ensuring procedures are followed correctly Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders to produce proposals and presentation materials Using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, to create high-quality bid submissions Reviewing and proofreading bid content to ensure consistency, accuracy and quality Designing layouts for bids and tenders, including coordinating relevant imagery and graphics Maintaining bid libraries, staff CVs, project case studies and photography Reviewing both successful and unsuccessful bids to identify lessons learnt Taking ownership of improvements and efficiencies within the bidding process Working closely with business development and marketing teams About You To be considered for the role, you will ideally have: Excellent Adobe InDesign skills Strong time management and organisational skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional attention to detail and strong proofreading ability Confidence dealing with stakeholders at all levels of seniority Experience working on high-value bids Previous bid coordination or bid management experience would be highly advantageous. Experience within architecture, construction or the wider built environment would also be beneficial, alongside graphic design skills or experience using procurement portals. In Return? Salary: £30,000-£35,000 Agile, flexible and hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working from home Annual leave increasing with long service Life assurance Study sponsorship with paid study leave Sabbaticals Employee assistance programme Season ticket loans Cycle to work scheme Virtual GP service Subscription fees Company day out Volunteering scheme Enhanced learning and development opportunities If you are a Bid Coordinator, currently considering your opportunities, please contact Megan Cole at Brandon James. REFERENCE: 22857MC
Design Coordinator Location: Office/On-Site (5 Days Per Week) Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 5:00pm) About the Company Safer Hand Solutions are working in partnership with a progressive and growing family-run construction company that specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of high-quality fixtures and fittings for commercial and retail environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Design Coordinator to join their close-knit team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to build a long-term career within a supportive business where they can genuinely make an impact. The Role As a Design Coordinator, you will act as the key link between clients, internal teams and manufacturing partners, ensuring projects move smoothly from design approval through to production and installation. You will be responsible for reviewing drawings, managing project information and coordinating communication between all parties involved. Attention to detail is critical, as you will ultimately be responsible for approving designs before they go into production. The successful candidate will come from either a construction, interiors, fit-out, washroom, retail design, or related background and will be confident communicating with customers, suppliers and production teams. Key Responsibilities Act as the main point of contact between clients, design teams, production partners and installation teams. Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Ensure all project details are accurate before production commences. Coordinate project timelines and monitor progress against deadlines. Liaise with manufacturers regarding production requirements and amendments. Manage design revisions and ensure all parties are working from the latest information. Obtain approvals from clients and provide final production sign-off. Monitor project documentation and maintain accurate records. Resolve queries and issues quickly to minimise delays. Support the wider project and operational teams as required. Candidate Requirements Previous experience within Construction, Fit-Out, Retail Design, Manufacturing, Kitchens, Washrooms or a similar environment. Experience working with drawings and technical specifications. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication and relationship-building abilities. Confident liaising with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and positive approach to work. Experience with companies such as Wren, Howdens, Venesta Washrooms or similar would be highly advantageous. Benefits Salary of £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience. Private Medical Care. 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. Christmas Shutdown Period. Stable employment with a growing family-run business. Excellent training and development opportunities. Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-profile projects. Why Apply? This position would suit a bright, ambitious and highly organised individual who enjoys being at the centre of projects and ensuring everything is delivered accurately and on time. You'll be joining a business with exciting growth plans, strong family values and a reputation for delivering exceptional quality to its customers.
17/10/2026
Full time
Design Coordinator Location: Office/On-Site (5 Days Per Week) Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 5:00pm) About the Company Safer Hand Solutions are working in partnership with a progressive and growing family-run construction company that specialises in the design, manufacture and installation of high-quality fixtures and fittings for commercial and retail environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Design Coordinator to join their close-knit team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to build a long-term career within a supportive business where they can genuinely make an impact. The Role As a Design Coordinator, you will act as the key link between clients, internal teams and manufacturing partners, ensuring projects move smoothly from design approval through to production and installation. You will be responsible for reviewing drawings, managing project information and coordinating communication between all parties involved. Attention to detail is critical, as you will ultimately be responsible for approving designs before they go into production. The successful candidate will come from either a construction, interiors, fit-out, washroom, retail design, or related background and will be confident communicating with customers, suppliers and production teams. Key Responsibilities Act as the main point of contact between clients, design teams, production partners and installation teams. Review and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Ensure all project details are accurate before production commences. Coordinate project timelines and monitor progress against deadlines. Liaise with manufacturers regarding production requirements and amendments. Manage design revisions and ensure all parties are working from the latest information. Obtain approvals from clients and provide final production sign-off. Monitor project documentation and maintain accurate records. Resolve queries and issues quickly to minimise delays. Support the wider project and operational teams as required. Candidate Requirements Previous experience within Construction, Fit-Out, Retail Design, Manufacturing, Kitchens, Washrooms or a similar environment. Experience working with drawings and technical specifications. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication and relationship-building abilities. Confident liaising with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and positive approach to work. Experience with companies such as Wren, Howdens, Venesta Washrooms or similar would be highly advantageous. Benefits Salary of £25,000 - £30,000 depending on experience. Private Medical Care. 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays. Christmas Shutdown Period. Stable employment with a growing family-run business. Excellent training and development opportunities. Supportive and friendly working environment. Opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-profile projects. Why Apply? This position would suit a bright, ambitious and highly organised individual who enjoys being at the centre of projects and ensuring everything is delivered accurately and on time. You'll be joining a business with exciting growth plans, strong family values and a reputation for delivering exceptional quality to its customers.
Electrical Qualified Supervisor (NICEIC) Southampton, Hampshire £55K £65K DOE + Vehicle + Bonus + Package You will like Electrical supervision and technical leadership for a growing, ambitious Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Building Services contractor based in Southampton, Hampshire. This progressive business delivers electrical, mechanical, construction and refurbishment projects across commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors. You'll enjoy a collaborative, hands-on culture, direct access to senior management and genuine opportunities to influence business growth, with progression towards Electrical Manager, Contracts Manager and potentially Director level. You will be responsible for The Electrical Qualified Supervisor (NICEIC QS) role itself, taking ownership of electrical compliance, technical standards, quality and supervision across varied building services projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor or ambitious Senior Electrician looking to combine technical leadership with commercial responsibility and career development. More specifically: Acting as NICEIC Qualified Supervisor, maintaining registration, compliance and assessment readiness. Overseeing electrical installations, inspection, testing, commissioning and certification to BS 7671 standards. Supervising electricians, subcontractors and apprentices, ensuring quality, productivity and safety. Conducting site inspections, technical audits and electrical certification sign-off. Supporting estimating, tendering, pricing, surveys and business development. Coordinating labour, materials, suppliers and subcontractors alongside project management teams. Reviewing designs, specifications and technical documentation. Supporting wider mechanical and building works through project coordination and contractor liaison. Mentoring apprentices and developing electrical team capabilities. Providing hands-on technical support when required. You will have To succeed as Electrical Qualified Supervisor / Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, you will be a technically accomplished electrician with practical supervisory experience, commercial awareness and a solutions-focused approach. You will bring: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification. City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification. Valid ECS card and full UK driving licence. Minimum two years' NICEIC Qualified Supervisor or equivalent technical responsibility experience. Strong electrical installation, compliance, testing and certification knowledge. Experience supervising electrical teams, subcontractors and site operations. Excellent communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. Commercial awareness, ideally including estimating, pricing or client liaison. SSSTS, First Aid, PASMA, asbestos awareness, solar PV or EV qualifications would be advantageous. Above all, you'll be a dependable, approachable professional who leads by example, takes ownership and enjoys helping a growing business succeed. You will get As Electrical Qualified Supervisor, you'll enjoy an attractive salary, comprehensive benefits and genuine long-term career opportunities, including: £55,000 £65,000 basic salary DOE. Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone. Performance bonus potential up to 10% of basic salary annually. New-client introduction bonus of 5% of qualifying project gross profit. Potential future company share participation/equity opportunity. 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Funded professional development and relevant technical training. Company-funded social events. Supportive management and a collaborative working environment. Career progression towards Electrical Manager, Contracts Manager and potentially Director. Bonus eligibility is discretionary following successful probation; share participation is subject to separate agreement. This is your opportunity to make a real impact within an ambitious M&E contractor where your expertise, leadership and contribution will be recognised and rewarded. Apply where you see this advert or send your CV to (url removed) Macstaff makes it happen! UK_MS
17/10/2026
Full time
Electrical Qualified Supervisor (NICEIC) Southampton, Hampshire £55K £65K DOE + Vehicle + Bonus + Package You will like Electrical supervision and technical leadership for a growing, ambitious Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Building Services contractor based in Southampton, Hampshire. This progressive business delivers electrical, mechanical, construction and refurbishment projects across commercial, residential, healthcare and education sectors. You'll enjoy a collaborative, hands-on culture, direct access to senior management and genuine opportunities to influence business growth, with progression towards Electrical Manager, Contracts Manager and potentially Director level. You will be responsible for The Electrical Qualified Supervisor (NICEIC QS) role itself, taking ownership of electrical compliance, technical standards, quality and supervision across varied building services projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor or ambitious Senior Electrician looking to combine technical leadership with commercial responsibility and career development. More specifically: Acting as NICEIC Qualified Supervisor, maintaining registration, compliance and assessment readiness. Overseeing electrical installations, inspection, testing, commissioning and certification to BS 7671 standards. Supervising electricians, subcontractors and apprentices, ensuring quality, productivity and safety. Conducting site inspections, technical audits and electrical certification sign-off. Supporting estimating, tendering, pricing, surveys and business development. Coordinating labour, materials, suppliers and subcontractors alongside project management teams. Reviewing designs, specifications and technical documentation. Supporting wider mechanical and building works through project coordination and contractor liaison. Mentoring apprentices and developing electrical team capabilities. Providing hands-on technical support when required. You will have To succeed as Electrical Qualified Supervisor / Electrical Qualifying Supervisor, you will be a technically accomplished electrician with practical supervisory experience, commercial awareness and a solutions-focused approach. You will bring: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification. City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification. Valid ECS card and full UK driving licence. Minimum two years' NICEIC Qualified Supervisor or equivalent technical responsibility experience. Strong electrical installation, compliance, testing and certification knowledge. Experience supervising electrical teams, subcontractors and site operations. Excellent communication, problem-solving and leadership skills. Commercial awareness, ideally including estimating, pricing or client liaison. SSSTS, First Aid, PASMA, asbestos awareness, solar PV or EV qualifications would be advantageous. Above all, you'll be a dependable, approachable professional who leads by example, takes ownership and enjoys helping a growing business succeed. You will get As Electrical Qualified Supervisor, you'll enjoy an attractive salary, comprehensive benefits and genuine long-term career opportunities, including: £55,000 £65,000 basic salary DOE. Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone. Performance bonus potential up to 10% of basic salary annually. New-client introduction bonus of 5% of qualifying project gross profit. Potential future company share participation/equity opportunity. 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Funded professional development and relevant technical training. Company-funded social events. Supportive management and a collaborative working environment. Career progression towards Electrical Manager, Contracts Manager and potentially Director. Bonus eligibility is discretionary following successful probation; share participation is subject to separate agreement. This is your opportunity to make a real impact within an ambitious M&E contractor where your expertise, leadership and contribution will be recognised and rewarded. Apply where you see this advert or send your CV to (url removed) Macstaff makes it happen! UK_MS
Randstad Construction & Property
Manchester, Lancashire
About this Role This Contracts Manager position offers an exceptional executive leadership opportunity to oversee multi-project civil engineering and water infrastructure portfolios across Manchester, Merseyside, and Cheshire. You will drive operational delivery, financial performance, safety leadership, and strategic client relationships across regional frameworks. Lead multidisciplinary project teams and senior operational staff, ensuring optimal resource allocation and workforce development. Manage project financial performance, reviewing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), risk registers, and commercial forecasts monthly. Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance, conducting Senior Management Inspections (SMIs) across active sites. Chair key client progress meetings, manage third-party stakeholders, and oversee pre-commencement and tender handover processes. About You You are an accomplished Contracts Manager or Operations Leader with extensive experience managing multi-site civil engineering schemes within regulated water environments. Your strategic operational oversight is backed by strong commercial acumen under NEC contract mechanisms. Hold an HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering alongside active SMSTS and CSCS credentials. Demonstrate extensive experience managing civil engineering and water infrastructure projects across multi-site frameworks. Possess deep working knowledge of NEC contracts (Early Warnings, Compensation Events), CDM regulations, and design management. Show strong capability in construction programming (MS Project, P6) and tender pre-qualification processes. About Us Our client is an established, privately owned civil engineering contractor that prioritizes family values and direct delivery models. Recognized for exceptional workplace standards, they foster an inclusive environment welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Join a values-driven organization committed to maintaining an open, inclusive, and collaborative culture. Benefit from long-term job security supported by major regional infrastructure frameworks and multi-disciplinary contracts. Access senior executive leadership coaching, career mentoring, and continuous professional development. Work alongside experienced industry leaders in a supportive, team-oriented environment. About Your Future Taking on this senior executive role places you at the heart of regional business unit leadership with clear routes toward Operational Director positions. Secure a permanent, full-time leadership role backed by an extensive regional infrastructure pipeline. Receive a competitive base salary of £90,000 plus executive car allowance or company vehicle options. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, additional loyalty days, and dedicated volunteering leave. Gain access to private medical cover, company pension schemes, life assurance, and continuous service awards. 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.
16/10/2026
Full time
About this Role This Contracts Manager position offers an exceptional executive leadership opportunity to oversee multi-project civil engineering and water infrastructure portfolios across Manchester, Merseyside, and Cheshire. You will drive operational delivery, financial performance, safety leadership, and strategic client relationships across regional frameworks. Lead multidisciplinary project teams and senior operational staff, ensuring optimal resource allocation and workforce development. Manage project financial performance, reviewing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), risk registers, and commercial forecasts monthly. Drive health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance, conducting Senior Management Inspections (SMIs) across active sites. Chair key client progress meetings, manage third-party stakeholders, and oversee pre-commencement and tender handover processes. About You You are an accomplished Contracts Manager or Operations Leader with extensive experience managing multi-site civil engineering schemes within regulated water environments. Your strategic operational oversight is backed by strong commercial acumen under NEC contract mechanisms. Hold an HNC, HND, or Degree in Civil Engineering alongside active SMSTS and CSCS credentials. Demonstrate extensive experience managing civil engineering and water infrastructure projects across multi-site frameworks. Possess deep working knowledge of NEC contracts (Early Warnings, Compensation Events), CDM regulations, and design management. Show strong capability in construction programming (MS Project, P6) and tender pre-qualification processes. About Us Our client is an established, privately owned civil engineering contractor that prioritizes family values and direct delivery models. Recognized for exceptional workplace standards, they foster an inclusive environment welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Join a values-driven organization committed to maintaining an open, inclusive, and collaborative culture. Benefit from long-term job security supported by major regional infrastructure frameworks and multi-disciplinary contracts. Access senior executive leadership coaching, career mentoring, and continuous professional development. Work alongside experienced industry leaders in a supportive, team-oriented environment. About Your Future Taking on this senior executive role places you at the heart of regional business unit leadership with clear routes toward Operational Director positions. Secure a permanent, full-time leadership role backed by an extensive regional infrastructure pipeline. Receive a competitive base salary of £90,000 plus executive car allowance or company vehicle options. Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, additional loyalty days, and dedicated volunteering leave. Gain access to private medical cover, company pension schemes, life assurance, and continuous service awards. 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.
M&E Quantity Surveyor - London (Hybrid) Reference: I'm working with a well-established construction consultancy that is continuing to grow its M&E cost management capability in London. This is a senior M&E Quantity Surveyor role focused on advising corporate occupiers, commercial clients, and developers on large-scale commercial and residential construction projects. You'll be responsible for the mechanical and electrical aspects of schemes from early cost advice through to final account. Hybrid working is firmly embedded. You'll have the flexibility to balance office time, home working, and project delivery without unnecessary presenteeism. The Opportunity This is a visible, senior position with real influence. You'll sit at the centre of major project teams, providing specialist M&E commercial advice on high-value commercial and residential developments. The client base is strong and repeat-led, including corporate organisations, investors, and developers who value technically robust advice, clear reporting, and proactive cost control. The Role You'll take ownership of M&E cost management services across multiple projects, including: • Leading M&E cost planning, estimating, and procurement • Delivering pre- and post-contract M&E commercial services • Managing valuations, variations, payments, and final accounts • Advising on M&E cost risk, value engineering, and procurement strategy • Supporting large commercial and residential construction projects from feasibility through delivery • Working closely with project managers and cost managers across wider teams • Building long-term relationships with corporate clients and developers • Mentoring and supporting junior M&E commercial staff The Projects The workload is weighted towards complex commercial and residential schemes with significant M&E packages. You'll be involved in projects where services design, coordination, and cost certainty are critical to successful delivery. About You This role suits an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor who enjoys responsibility and autonomy. You'll likely have: • Strong experience delivering M&E cost management within a consultancy environment • Detailed knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems • Experience working on large commercial and/or residential construction projects • Confidence dealing directly with corporate clients and developers • The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively • A collaborative, professional approach to delivery Chartership is advantageous but not essential if your experience is strong. Why Consider This Role • Hybrid working as standard • Excellent corporate and developer client base • High-value commercial and residential projects • Senior-level responsibility with genuine influence • Clear scope to progress as the M&E service continues to grow Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.
16/10/2026
Full time
M&E Quantity Surveyor - London (Hybrid) Reference: I'm working with a well-established construction consultancy that is continuing to grow its M&E cost management capability in London. This is a senior M&E Quantity Surveyor role focused on advising corporate occupiers, commercial clients, and developers on large-scale commercial and residential construction projects. You'll be responsible for the mechanical and electrical aspects of schemes from early cost advice through to final account. Hybrid working is firmly embedded. You'll have the flexibility to balance office time, home working, and project delivery without unnecessary presenteeism. The Opportunity This is a visible, senior position with real influence. You'll sit at the centre of major project teams, providing specialist M&E commercial advice on high-value commercial and residential developments. The client base is strong and repeat-led, including corporate organisations, investors, and developers who value technically robust advice, clear reporting, and proactive cost control. The Role You'll take ownership of M&E cost management services across multiple projects, including: • Leading M&E cost planning, estimating, and procurement • Delivering pre- and post-contract M&E commercial services • Managing valuations, variations, payments, and final accounts • Advising on M&E cost risk, value engineering, and procurement strategy • Supporting large commercial and residential construction projects from feasibility through delivery • Working closely with project managers and cost managers across wider teams • Building long-term relationships with corporate clients and developers • Mentoring and supporting junior M&E commercial staff The Projects The workload is weighted towards complex commercial and residential schemes with significant M&E packages. You'll be involved in projects where services design, coordination, and cost certainty are critical to successful delivery. About You This role suits an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor who enjoys responsibility and autonomy. You'll likely have: • Strong experience delivering M&E cost management within a consultancy environment • Detailed knowledge of mechanical and electrical building systems • Experience working on large commercial and/or residential construction projects • Confidence dealing directly with corporate clients and developers • The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively • A collaborative, professional approach to delivery Chartership is advantageous but not essential if your experience is strong. Why Consider This Role • Hybrid working as standard • Excellent corporate and developer client base • High-value commercial and residential projects • Senior-level responsibility with genuine influence • Clear scope to progress as the M&E service continues to grow Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.
The Role: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Liverpool Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience A bit about us Vextrix was founded to create a socially conscious business, where all of our clients and staff feel valued. In our growing business we create an environment for our team where each individual can develop and progress, benefitting from the experience of our senior team and exciting opportunities with our clients. Collaboratively, we all live our values and deliver on our unique guarantees which is why our clients trust us as their consultant of choice. A bit about you If you are seeking an opportunity as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, who is looking for variety and technically challenging projects in infrastructure. A bit about the role We are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to become a part of our team, based in our Liverpool office; working on and supporting project delivery across a variety of infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will be interested in delivering post contract cost management services in a Design & Build environment. A developing skillset and experience in client-facing and contractor communication are essential. The successful applicant will become part of a of a client-side team, supporting the delivery of projects, and will be supported from Senior Quantity Surveyors, Project Director and other team members. Your skills and experience We re looking for someone with the following skills and experience to join our team: Quantity Surveying and Cost Management experience on projects in the infrastructure sector Must have the ability to measure, price and assess variations An understanding of estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies An understanding of procurement, tender analysis, and contract award processes Experience in managing or supporting post-tender activities including variations, Compensation Events (NEC), and final accounts (depending on scale of contract) would be desirable. Experience in producing or supporting the production of Cost Variance Reports, forecasts, and managing the Contractor invoicing processes (depending on scale of contract) Experience in managing or supporting the management of Contractor/Sub-Contractor accounts and supplier procurement (depending on scale of contract) Experience of site working including contractor meetings and supporting project management teams commercially An understanding of compliance processes for Health & Safety, company policies, and contractual obligations Experience of supporting senior colleagues in maintaining strong client, contractor and collaborator relationships and supporting business development through exhibiting client focused positive behaviours. What will you have? Growing Quantity Surveying experience Experience using Bluebeam and any other measurement software would be advantageous Contract knowledge; knowledge of NEC contracts is desirable Experience of managing, or supporting the management of, contracts in an onsite Main Works Contractor environment (depending on scale of contract) Commercially aware with excellent reporting and communication skills Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) Working towards RICS membership Why work for us? We re proud to be recognised as a 2024 Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For, with a culture built around people, inclusion and flexibility. As a Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter accredited employer and a Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2026 organisation, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We invest in training and development, support a healthy work-life balance, and celebrate success together, helping our people grow both professionally and personally. In addition, we also offer: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Medicash Cash Plan Scheme Annual bonus scheme 2 volunteering days per year Annual pay review Salary sacrifice schemes and discount schemes Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Enhanced compassionate leave Work from home/flexible working Birthday lunches No usual recruitment process We re committed to an equal opportunities and inclusive culture for all employees and applicants which values the contribution and potential of every individual, not just what s on your CV. We welcome applications from everyone and uphold fair, inclusive practices in line with the protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act and we proudly support the trans community. We recognise everyone has commitments outside work and are happy to discuss flexible working. We will support you throughout the application process. Therefore, if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please let us know.
16/10/2026
Full time
The Role: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Liverpool Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience A bit about us Vextrix was founded to create a socially conscious business, where all of our clients and staff feel valued. In our growing business we create an environment for our team where each individual can develop and progress, benefitting from the experience of our senior team and exciting opportunities with our clients. Collaboratively, we all live our values and deliver on our unique guarantees which is why our clients trust us as their consultant of choice. A bit about you If you are seeking an opportunity as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, who is looking for variety and technically challenging projects in infrastructure. A bit about the role We are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to become a part of our team, based in our Liverpool office; working on and supporting project delivery across a variety of infrastructure sectors. The successful candidate will be interested in delivering post contract cost management services in a Design & Build environment. A developing skillset and experience in client-facing and contractor communication are essential. The successful applicant will become part of a of a client-side team, supporting the delivery of projects, and will be supported from Senior Quantity Surveyors, Project Director and other team members. Your skills and experience We re looking for someone with the following skills and experience to join our team: Quantity Surveying and Cost Management experience on projects in the infrastructure sector Must have the ability to measure, price and assess variations An understanding of estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies An understanding of procurement, tender analysis, and contract award processes Experience in managing or supporting post-tender activities including variations, Compensation Events (NEC), and final accounts (depending on scale of contract) would be desirable. Experience in producing or supporting the production of Cost Variance Reports, forecasts, and managing the Contractor invoicing processes (depending on scale of contract) Experience in managing or supporting the management of Contractor/Sub-Contractor accounts and supplier procurement (depending on scale of contract) Experience of site working including contractor meetings and supporting project management teams commercially An understanding of compliance processes for Health & Safety, company policies, and contractual obligations Experience of supporting senior colleagues in maintaining strong client, contractor and collaborator relationships and supporting business development through exhibiting client focused positive behaviours. What will you have? Growing Quantity Surveying experience Experience using Bluebeam and any other measurement software would be advantageous Contract knowledge; knowledge of NEC contracts is desirable Experience of managing, or supporting the management of, contracts in an onsite Main Works Contractor environment (depending on scale of contract) Commercially aware with excellent reporting and communication skills Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) Working towards RICS membership Why work for us? We re proud to be recognised as a 2024 Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For, with a culture built around people, inclusion and flexibility. As a Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter accredited employer and a Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces Index 2026 organisation, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We invest in training and development, support a healthy work-life balance, and celebrate success together, helping our people grow both professionally and personally. In addition, we also offer: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Medical Insurance Medicash Cash Plan Scheme Annual bonus scheme 2 volunteering days per year Annual pay review Salary sacrifice schemes and discount schemes Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Enhanced compassionate leave Work from home/flexible working Birthday lunches No usual recruitment process We re committed to an equal opportunities and inclusive culture for all employees and applicants which values the contribution and potential of every individual, not just what s on your CV. We welcome applications from everyone and uphold fair, inclusive practices in line with the protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act and we proudly support the trans community. We recognise everyone has commitments outside work and are happy to discuss flexible working. We will support you throughout the application process. Therefore, if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please let us know.
Site Manager - Planned Retrofit Works 55k + package Hereford based We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver an internal and external retrofit refurbishment project on Social Housing across the Hereford and Ledbury areas. Work scopes include solar PV, air source heat pumps and window & door replacements. This is a client facing role, you will be responsible for delivering external refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. You must have experience of delivering similar projects including external cladding with a reputable main contractor, delivering projects on time and within budget, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. We are looking for a hands on Site Manager, with a proven track record of driving sites through effective management and maintaining site presence. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 55K + car / travel allowance + Benefits. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
16/10/2026
Full time
Site Manager - Planned Retrofit Works 55k + package Hereford based We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver an internal and external retrofit refurbishment project on Social Housing across the Hereford and Ledbury areas. Work scopes include solar PV, air source heat pumps and window & door replacements. This is a client facing role, you will be responsible for delivering external refurbishment programs to tenanted properties, through effective management of your site team of Assistant Site Managers and Customer Service Officers. You must have experience of delivering similar projects including external cladding with a reputable main contractor, delivering projects on time and within budget, whilst ensuring health and safety standards are adhered to at all times. We are looking for a hands on Site Manager, with a proven track record of driving sites through effective management and maintaining site presence. Site Manager Duties: Controlling the overall direction and whilst maintaining financial control of the contract Work in partnership with the client and client representatives, to ensure that a high quality service delivery is actually provided Cost control and subcontractor management Implementing the short, mid and long term programmes for the various work streams Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Hand over properties on time, working to strict key performance indicators Liaison with the client and contract administrators Health and safety on the site Management and control of the site administration and staff Scheduling and procurement of materials Chair sub-contractor progress meetings Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Programming works using MS Project You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success. This is a full time, permanent role for which you will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 55K + car / travel allowance + Benefits. For your chance of securing this role please apply online now!
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Building Construction Project Leader to join them on an initial 12-month contract basis. As the Building Construction Project Leader you will be responsible for setting up and leading CAPEX projects from inception and feasibility, through to design and specification and final handover. Role: Building Construction Project Leader Pay: 40 per hour via Umbrella Contract: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, 12 months Location: Portsmouth IR35 Status: Inside SC Clearance: BPSS, UK Eyes only project Responsibilities Develop, update/manage and monitor a project delivery plan. Identify and manage risks and opportunities. Manage CAPEX business cases from preparation through approval to delivery and project close. Develop detailed design briefs for Building Services design for a range of projects including major plant replacement and refurbishment works. Skilled and competent in IT tools, able to produce and present documentation, reports, technical analysis, cost reports. Experience in SharePoint / MS Project / G suite highly preferred. Application of industry standard design and software Liaising with clients, architects and other design team members. Preparation of reports, drawings and specifications. Able to prepare and manage project external costs from request through approval to completion Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships. Project management of suitable projects Monitoring of installation works on site and observance of technical compliance and H&S matters. Essential Experience & Qualification Ability to lead, motivate and manage a Multi-Functional Project Team (MFT); including external professional staff, i.e. contract managers, client CDM, QS etc. Previous experience ideally within FM as in a senior PM role Experience in Capital Investment Project management, and project delivery is required. ONC / HNC or equivalent in a Building Engineering Services design-related discipline Previous experience of Building Engineering Services Refurbishment in existing buildings with particular emphasis on delivering small to medium sized projects Demonstrable experience of taking projects from inception and feasibility, through design and specification to site monitoring and handover. Ability to develop client brief into construction requirements, including scopes for External Professionals, i.e. architect, structural engineer, systems designers A good practical understanding of mechanical and electrical plant, systems and equipment In relation to engineering design, operation and maintenance across a wide range of sectors and building types Previous experience working within a consultancy environment. Hold relevant level of professional membership i.e. CIBSE, IMechE, IET Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Responsible for assuring safety, security and ethical compliance i.a.w. company requirements If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
16/10/2026
Contract
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Building Construction Project Leader to join them on an initial 12-month contract basis. As the Building Construction Project Leader you will be responsible for setting up and leading CAPEX projects from inception and feasibility, through to design and specification and final handover. Role: Building Construction Project Leader Pay: 40 per hour via Umbrella Contract: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, 12 months Location: Portsmouth IR35 Status: Inside SC Clearance: BPSS, UK Eyes only project Responsibilities Develop, update/manage and monitor a project delivery plan. Identify and manage risks and opportunities. Manage CAPEX business cases from preparation through approval to delivery and project close. Develop detailed design briefs for Building Services design for a range of projects including major plant replacement and refurbishment works. Skilled and competent in IT tools, able to produce and present documentation, reports, technical analysis, cost reports. Experience in SharePoint / MS Project / G suite highly preferred. Application of industry standard design and software Liaising with clients, architects and other design team members. Preparation of reports, drawings and specifications. Able to prepare and manage project external costs from request through approval to completion Developing and maintaining excellent client relationships. Project management of suitable projects Monitoring of installation works on site and observance of technical compliance and H&S matters. Essential Experience & Qualification Ability to lead, motivate and manage a Multi-Functional Project Team (MFT); including external professional staff, i.e. contract managers, client CDM, QS etc. Previous experience ideally within FM as in a senior PM role Experience in Capital Investment Project management, and project delivery is required. ONC / HNC or equivalent in a Building Engineering Services design-related discipline Previous experience of Building Engineering Services Refurbishment in existing buildings with particular emphasis on delivering small to medium sized projects Demonstrable experience of taking projects from inception and feasibility, through design and specification to site monitoring and handover. Ability to develop client brief into construction requirements, including scopes for External Professionals, i.e. architect, structural engineer, systems designers A good practical understanding of mechanical and electrical plant, systems and equipment In relation to engineering design, operation and maintenance across a wide range of sectors and building types Previous experience working within a consultancy environment. Hold relevant level of professional membership i.e. CIBSE, IMechE, IET Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. Responsible for assuring safety, security and ethical compliance i.a.w. company requirements If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company that has been operating all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies and pride ourselves with working to the highest standard of service supported by an ingrained culture of honesty and integrity. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Join a specialist Health & Safety team as part of a European multidisciplinary consultancy working as a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor on a range of complex buildings and infrastructure projects in Manchester. This is a hybrid role, working 1-2 days a week in the Manchester office, the rest of the time working from home. This is an established team offering good training and development opportunities. They also have excellent staff retention in the team and would be a great place to stay long term. Within the team there are a few ex-forces professionals who have moved into safety roles and developed over time. If you have are coming from an armed forces background and have a passion to be trained up on CDM/H&S then it would be worth getting in touch to discuss this opportunity further. Due to expansion plans in the team our client is looking for a Senior Health & Safety Consultant with CDM experience to join the team. This is a consultancy role, but one where work life balance is valued, you will be working on a small volume of projects for a great business that puts team culture first. Experience working as a CDM Consultant is essential in this role, and possessing a NEBOSH Construction along with any design or construction experience/qualifications would be beneficial. This is an opportunity to work in an interesting business where you will have time and training to deliver complex PD services on a range projects. We have worked closely with this business over the past 12 months to support them in scaling up their Health & Safety team. It's a great team in a major global organisation offering exposure to a range of blue-chip end clients. For more information on this role call Dominic Jacques on (phone number removed).
16/10/2026
Full time
Join a specialist Health & Safety team as part of a European multidisciplinary consultancy working as a Principal Designer and CDM Advisor on a range of complex buildings and infrastructure projects in Manchester. This is a hybrid role, working 1-2 days a week in the Manchester office, the rest of the time working from home. This is an established team offering good training and development opportunities. They also have excellent staff retention in the team and would be a great place to stay long term. Within the team there are a few ex-forces professionals who have moved into safety roles and developed over time. If you have are coming from an armed forces background and have a passion to be trained up on CDM/H&S then it would be worth getting in touch to discuss this opportunity further. Due to expansion plans in the team our client is looking for a Senior Health & Safety Consultant with CDM experience to join the team. This is a consultancy role, but one where work life balance is valued, you will be working on a small volume of projects for a great business that puts team culture first. Experience working as a CDM Consultant is essential in this role, and possessing a NEBOSH Construction along with any design or construction experience/qualifications would be beneficial. This is an opportunity to work in an interesting business where you will have time and training to deliver complex PD services on a range projects. We have worked closely with this business over the past 12 months to support them in scaling up their Health & Safety team. It's a great team in a major global organisation offering exposure to a range of blue-chip end clients. For more information on this role call Dominic Jacques on (phone number removed).
