Cleaners Required Job Type: Contract Start date: September Location: Redcar, Middlesbrough Salary: 12.71 - 14.25 per hour JOB DESCRIPTION: Catering assistant required for an immediate start in Redcar. Our client is looking for an experienced, fast paced, and hardworking catering assistant to join the team. IMMEDIATE START. This is initially a contract role. WORKING HOURS Monday to Friday 11:15am - 14:30pm Daily responsibilities will include: Keeping kitchen, serving, and dining areas clean, tidy, and hygienic at all times. Working closely with other catering team members to ensure smooth food preparation and service. Ensuring communal dining areas are well maintained, fully stocked, and kept clean for customers and staff. Requirements for the role: Previous experience Reliable Enhanced DBS Food hygiene certificate - Level 1 Minimum / Level 2 Preferred The client is looking for someone for this role immediately so if interested in the role, please send your CV or call Leona on (phone number removed)
21/08/2026
Contract
Cleaners Required Job Type: Contract Start date: September Location: Redcar, Middlesbrough Salary: 12.71 - 14.25 per hour JOB DESCRIPTION: Catering assistant required for an immediate start in Redcar. Our client is looking for an experienced, fast paced, and hardworking catering assistant to join the team. IMMEDIATE START. This is initially a contract role. WORKING HOURS Monday to Friday 11:15am - 14:30pm Daily responsibilities will include: Keeping kitchen, serving, and dining areas clean, tidy, and hygienic at all times. Working closely with other catering team members to ensure smooth food preparation and service. Ensuring communal dining areas are well maintained, fully stocked, and kept clean for customers and staff. Requirements for the role: Previous experience Reliable Enhanced DBS Food hygiene certificate - Level 1 Minimum / Level 2 Preferred The client is looking for someone for this role immediately so if interested in the role, please send your CV or call Leona on (phone number removed)
The Role As the Assistant Site Manager, you will assist overseeing the day-to-day delivery of planned kitchen and bathroom refurbishment works within occupied social housing properties. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Lead site safety and ensure compliance with all company Health & Safety policies and procedures. Manage site inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments, method statements, PPE requirements, and CSCS compliance. Promote a positive safety culture across all site teams and subcontractors. Report and escalate any accidents, incidents, near misses, or safety concerns promptly. Site Management Supervise, motivate, and manage operatives and subcontractors on site. Monitor productivity and ensure works are progressing in line with programme requirements. Ensure high standards of workmanship, quality, housekeeping, and waste management. Verify that all materials and installations meet project specifications and quality requirements. Ensure residents have full service provisions at the end of each working day. Project Delivery Work closely with the Contracts Manager and Project Manager to effectively plan and deliver projects. Review specifications, drawings, programmes, and health & safety documentation prior to commencement. Monitor project progress and provide accurate updates through company systems, including PiLLAR and PiLON 360. Maintain detailed and accurate site records to ensure full project traceability. Resident & Client Liaison Act as a key point of contact for residents throughout the duration of the works. Build positive relationships with residents, client representatives, and stakeholders. Identify and escalate concerns involving vulnerable residents, safeguarding issues, or fuel poverty. Maintain records of resident interactions and any actions taken. Ensure works are delivered with minimal disruption while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. Compliance & Standards Ensure all work complies with company procedures, client requirements, and regulatory standards. Monitor subcontractor performance and adherence to PiLON's Code of Conduct. Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practice across projects. Professional Conduct Attend meetings punctually and professionally. Ensure company tablets, software, and digital systems are used effectively and in line with business processes. Essential Requirements Previous experience supervising Kitchen & Bathroom Planned Works programmes Experience working within the Social Housing sector (Essential) Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and site compliance requirements Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications Excellent communication and resident liaison skills Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Full UK Driving Licence Valid CSCS Card (Supervisor level or equivalent) What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Career development and progression opportunities Supportive and inclusive working environment Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve homes and communities Access to ongoing training and professional development Join PiLON and help us create lasting legacies within the communities we serve. Apply today.
18/08/2026
Full time
The Role As the Assistant Site Manager, you will assist overseeing the day-to-day delivery of planned kitchen and bathroom refurbishment works within occupied social housing properties. Key Responsibilities Health & Safety Lead site safety and ensure compliance with all company Health & Safety policies and procedures. Manage site inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments, method statements, PPE requirements, and CSCS compliance. Promote a positive safety culture across all site teams and subcontractors. Report and escalate any accidents, incidents, near misses, or safety concerns promptly. Site Management Supervise, motivate, and manage operatives and subcontractors on site. Monitor productivity and ensure works are progressing in line with programme requirements. Ensure high standards of workmanship, quality, housekeeping, and waste management. Verify that all materials and installations meet project specifications and quality requirements. Ensure residents have full service provisions at the end of each working day. Project Delivery Work closely with the Contracts Manager and Project Manager to effectively plan and deliver projects. Review specifications, drawings, programmes, and health & safety documentation prior to commencement. Monitor project progress and provide accurate updates through company systems, including PiLLAR and PiLON 360. Maintain detailed and accurate site records to ensure full project traceability. Resident & Client Liaison Act as a key point of contact for residents throughout the duration of the works. Build positive relationships with residents, client representatives, and stakeholders. Identify and escalate concerns involving vulnerable residents, safeguarding issues, or fuel poverty. Maintain records of resident interactions and any actions taken. Ensure works are delivered with minimal disruption while maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. Compliance & Standards Ensure all work complies with company procedures, client requirements, and regulatory standards. Monitor subcontractor performance and adherence to PiLON's Code of Conduct. Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practice across projects. Professional Conduct Attend meetings punctually and professionally. Ensure company tablets, software, and digital systems are used effectively and in line with business processes. Essential Requirements Previous experience supervising Kitchen & Bathroom Planned Works programmes Experience working within the Social Housing sector (Essential) Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and site compliance requirements Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications Excellent communication and resident liaison skills Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Full UK Driving Licence Valid CSCS Card (Supervisor level or equivalent) What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Career development and progression opportunities Supportive and inclusive working environment Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that improve homes and communities Access to ongoing training and professional development Join PiLON and help us create lasting legacies within the communities we serve. Apply today.
System Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Project Support Executive Job Type: Permanent Location: Office in Newcastle upon Tyne, candidates living in the North East commutable from Sunderland, Durham, Bishop Auckland, Hartlepool, Consett, Hexham, Middlesbrough, Morpeth, Blyth, Ashington, Peterlee Post Code: NE1 8AX Salary: 35,000 to 40,000, Car/Car Allowance Start Date: ASAP Relevant Industries - Commercial Kitchens / Interior Design / Light Construction / Shopfitting. Great opportunity! A clear career path into Project Management for individuals that want progress in that direction. As a Project Support Executive you will; Attend site to conduct detailed site surveys Attend site meetings during all phases of the sales, design and installation process Specialize in mapping out timelines, analysing critical paths, and updating project schedules. Focus on technical pre and post sales support, client relations, and managing internal handovers from sale to delivery. Checking first and second fix M&E are correct to drawings and requirements. Acts as a central communication hub, tracks project milestones, and assists with resource allocation. At times supervising deliveries to site, focusing on logistics, scheduling meetings, managing documentation. Working with senior engineering team to snag a project. Ideal candidates will have some 2D / 3D design experience in Commercial Kitchens / Professional Kitchens, Restaurant Kitchens, Interior Design, Light Construction / Shopfitting. The role will suit individuals currently working as a Project Support Executive, Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, Project Support Officer, Project Assistant, Project Support Specialist, Technical Presales Support, Sales Administrator and be living within a commutable distance of Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Bishop Auckland, Hartlepool, Consett, Hexham, Middlesbrough, Morpeth, Blyth, Ashington, Peterlee or be willing to relocate. Please forward your CV by clicking Apply Now!
17/08/2026
Full time
Project Support Executive Job Type: Permanent Location: Office in Newcastle upon Tyne, candidates living in the North East commutable from Sunderland, Durham, Bishop Auckland, Hartlepool, Consett, Hexham, Middlesbrough, Morpeth, Blyth, Ashington, Peterlee Post Code: NE1 8AX Salary: 35,000 to 40,000, Car/Car Allowance Start Date: ASAP Relevant Industries - Commercial Kitchens / Interior Design / Light Construction / Shopfitting. Great opportunity! A clear career path into Project Management for individuals that want progress in that direction. As a Project Support Executive you will; Attend site to conduct detailed site surveys Attend site meetings during all phases of the sales, design and installation process Specialize in mapping out timelines, analysing critical paths, and updating project schedules. Focus on technical pre and post sales support, client relations, and managing internal handovers from sale to delivery. Checking first and second fix M&E are correct to drawings and requirements. Acts as a central communication hub, tracks project milestones, and assists with resource allocation. At times supervising deliveries to site, focusing on logistics, scheduling meetings, managing documentation. Working with senior engineering team to snag a project. Ideal candidates will have some 2D / 3D design experience in Commercial Kitchens / Professional Kitchens, Restaurant Kitchens, Interior Design, Light Construction / Shopfitting. The role will suit individuals currently working as a Project Support Executive, Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, Project Support Officer, Project Assistant, Project Support Specialist, Technical Presales Support, Sales Administrator and be living within a commutable distance of Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Durham, Bishop Auckland, Hartlepool, Consett, Hexham, Middlesbrough, Morpeth, Blyth, Ashington, Peterlee or be willing to relocate. Please forward your CV by clicking Apply Now!
Assistant Site Manager - Social housing kitchen & bathrooms Daniel Owen are recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to join a trusted contractor delivering high-quality kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes across the social housing sector. They partner with local authorities, housing associations, and asset management providers to improve homes and communities through excellence in service delivery, workmanship, and customer care. Due to continued growth and new contract awards, they are seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Site Manager to lead and coordinate the successful delivery of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void housing stock. Position: Assistant Site Manager Location: South Birmingham Salary: Temporary: 220.00 per day Permanent: 37,000 per annum + package Contract Type: Temporary - Permanent As Assistant Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring that all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, in accordance with client specifications and company policies. You will be the key point of contact between the client, residents, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and smooth project delivery from start to finish. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void social housing properties. Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and trades to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification. Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance, ensuring all works are conducted in line with statutory and company procedures. Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and progress meetings to monitor performance and maintain productivity. Manage project resources, including labour, materials, and plant, to achieve cost efficiency and programme targets. Produce site documentation including risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), daily site diaries, and progress reports. Proactively identify and resolve site issues, escalating where necessary to maintain programme continuity. Candidate Requirements: Trade background Demonstrable experience as a Trade, Working Foreman, Supervisor, Assistant Site Manager within new build housing or social housing refurbishment. Sound technical knowledge of building trades, materials, and installation processes relevant to kitchen and bathroom refurbishment. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and professional approach to site management. Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and experience ensuring compliance on live sites. Essential Qualifications: SSSTS/SMSTS - Essential CSCS Card - Essential First Aid at Work - Essential Asbestos Awareness - Essential Full UK Driving Licence - Essential How to Apply: If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
13/08/2026
Full time
Assistant Site Manager - Social housing kitchen & bathrooms Daniel Owen are recruiting an Assistant Site Manager to join a trusted contractor delivering high-quality kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes across the social housing sector. They partner with local authorities, housing associations, and asset management providers to improve homes and communities through excellence in service delivery, workmanship, and customer care. Due to continued growth and new contract awards, they are seeking an experienced and proactive Assistant Site Manager to lead and coordinate the successful delivery of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void housing stock. Position: Assistant Site Manager Location: South Birmingham Salary: Temporary: 220.00 per day Permanent: 37,000 per annum + package Contract Type: Temporary - Permanent As Assistant Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring that all works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards, in accordance with client specifications and company policies. You will be the key point of contact between the client, residents, subcontractors, and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and smooth project delivery from start to finish. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of kitchen and bathroom installation projects within occupied and void social housing properties. Manage and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and trades to ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification. Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance, ensuring all works are conducted in line with statutory and company procedures. Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and progress meetings to monitor performance and maintain productivity. Manage project resources, including labour, materials, and plant, to achieve cost efficiency and programme targets. Produce site documentation including risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), daily site diaries, and progress reports. Proactively identify and resolve site issues, escalating where necessary to maintain programme continuity. Candidate Requirements: Trade background Demonstrable experience as a Trade, Working Foreman, Supervisor, Assistant Site Manager within new build housing or social housing refurbishment. Sound technical knowledge of building trades, materials, and installation processes relevant to kitchen and bathroom refurbishment. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and professional approach to site management. Up-to-date knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and experience ensuring compliance on live sites. Essential Qualifications: SSSTS/SMSTS - Essential CSCS Card - Essential First Aid at Work - Essential Asbestos Awareness - Essential Full UK Driving Licence - Essential How to Apply: If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.
Are you a skilled multi-trade operative ready to take your career to the next level? Cheltenham has an exciting Senior Multi Skilled Operative opportunity! Location: Swindon Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9JZ Salary: 32,597- 34,434 per annum Job Type: Full-time Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 24th August Come and work for an award-winning organisation! We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town. We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance. Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team. Senior Multi Skilled Operative - The Role: As a Senior Multi Skilled Operative, you will undertake a breadth of multi-trade repairs and maintenance work, consistently demonstrating quality across various trades. You will work with the Repairs Supervisors and Logistics Co-ordinator to deliver an effective and efficient service. When required, you will provide supervision and training to junior trades, trainees and apprentices. You will be responsible for planning your daily duties to ensure efficiency and effectiveness, whilst maintaining safe working practices throughout. Senior Multi Skilled Operative - Key Responsibilities: - Carry out day-to-day multi-trade repairs, maintenance and replacements including groundworks, waste clearance, bricklaying, roofing repairs, general building works and gain entry - Demonstrate competency in carpentry including internal and external work, window and door repairs, lock changes and kitchen replacements - Demonstrate competency in plumbing work excluding gas systems, including hot water cylinder replacement and bathroom installation - Provide supervision and training to junior trades, trainees and apprentices when required - Manage vehicles, plant and materials under direction of supervisors - Ensure vehicles are kept clean, tidy and report any issues promptly - Work safely from ladders and in confined spaces such as loft areas - Remove and reconnect household appliances as required - Ensure health and safety of workforce, contractors, tenants, leaseholders and the public Senior Multi Skilled Operative - You: - Demonstrable experience carrying out multi-trade work - Working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations and Asbestos Regulations - Competent driving van-sized vehicles in town environments - Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate with colleagues, tenants and the public - Providing supervision for junior trades, trainees or apprentices - Ability to use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) accurately for job details and materials ordering - Mature ability to undertake diverse tasks and solve problems logically - Manual handling experience and awareness of safe vehicle loading and roadworthiness Benefits: - An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays) - A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours - A comprehensive programme of learning and development - Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering - Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes - Access to free counselling services - Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan - A cycle to work scheme - Low-cost town centre parking - A commitment to employee wellbeing To submit your application for this exciting Senior Multi Skilled Operative opportunity, click Apply today!
11/08/2026
Full time
Are you a skilled multi-trade operative ready to take your career to the next level? Cheltenham has an exciting Senior Multi Skilled Operative opportunity! Location: Swindon Road, Cheltenham, GL51 9JZ Salary: 32,597- 34,434 per annum Job Type: Full-time Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 24th August Come and work for an award-winning organisation! We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town. We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance. Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team. Senior Multi Skilled Operative - The Role: As a Senior Multi Skilled Operative, you will undertake a breadth of multi-trade repairs and maintenance work, consistently demonstrating quality across various trades. You will work with the Repairs Supervisors and Logistics Co-ordinator to deliver an effective and efficient service. When required, you will provide supervision and training to junior trades, trainees and apprentices. You will be responsible for planning your daily duties to ensure efficiency and effectiveness, whilst maintaining safe working practices throughout. Senior Multi Skilled Operative - Key Responsibilities: - Carry out day-to-day multi-trade repairs, maintenance and replacements including groundworks, waste clearance, bricklaying, roofing repairs, general building works and gain entry - Demonstrate competency in carpentry including internal and external work, window and door repairs, lock changes and kitchen replacements - Demonstrate competency in plumbing work excluding gas systems, including hot water cylinder replacement and bathroom installation - Provide supervision and training to junior trades, trainees and apprentices when required - Manage vehicles, plant and materials under direction of supervisors - Ensure vehicles are kept clean, tidy and report any issues promptly - Work safely from ladders and in confined spaces such as loft areas - Remove and reconnect household appliances as required - Ensure health and safety of workforce, contractors, tenants, leaseholders and the public Senior Multi Skilled Operative - You: - Demonstrable experience carrying out multi-trade work - Working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations and Asbestos Regulations - Competent driving van-sized vehicles in town environments - Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate with colleagues, tenants and the public - Providing supervision for junior trades, trainees or apprentices - Ability to use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) accurately for job details and materials ordering - Mature ability to undertake diverse tasks and solve problems logically - Manual handling experience and awareness of safe vehicle loading and roadworthiness Benefits: - An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays) - A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours - A comprehensive programme of learning and development - Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering - Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes - Access to free counselling services - Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan - A cycle to work scheme - Low-cost town centre parking - A commitment to employee wellbeing To submit your application for this exciting Senior Multi Skilled Operative opportunity, click Apply today!
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Fareham, Hampshire
Position: Assistant Commercial Manager Location: Fareham Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 DOE Bennett & Game are representing a rapidly growing solar and renewable energy contractor who are seeking a commercially astute Assistant Commercial Manager to join their expanding business. This is a newly developed opportunity within a high-growth company that has achieved significant expansion over the past 12 months and has ambitious plans to continue scaling over the coming years. Backed by a 700m turnover group, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and commercial capability. The successful candidate will work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders, providing a vital link between project delivery, commercial performance and financial control. The role will have a strong focus on job costing, cost analysis, project performance and identifying opportunities to improve commercial outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond a traditional Assistant Quantity Surveyor position and gain broad exposure across commercial, operational and finance functions. The company is seeking an ambitious individual who can grow with the business, take on increasing responsibility and help shape the future development of the commercial function. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience across a range of construction environments, including main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders and other contractor-led businesses. Renewable energy experience is not essential. With hands-on mentoring from experienced senior stakeholders, structured training and clear progression opportunities, the successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to develop towards a Commercial Manager or senior commercial position as the company continues to grow. Assistant Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits Salary 35,000 - 45,000 DOE 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus scheme Two years' death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training and development Clear and structured progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business Regular team and company-wide social events Charity fundraising days Modern office facilities including a stocked kitchen, shower and gym Supportive and collaborative working environment Assistant Commercial Manager Job Overview Work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders to support commercial performance across the business Take a leading role in job costing, cost tracking and the commercial review of live projects Analyse project costs and performance, identifying overspend, financial risks and opportunities to improve profitability Investigate operational and commercial variances, working with relevant teams to understand the underlying causes Review labour, material, subcontract and other project costs to support accurate financial control Support monthly forecasting, cost reporting and project financial reviews Assist with the preparation of valuations, applications for payment and final account information Support commercial administration, procurement, subcontract enquiries and cost comparisons where required Maintain accurate commercial records and support variation and change control processes Work across commercial, operations and finance to improve reporting, processes and commercial visibility Help develop and embed robust commercial controls as the business continues to scale Take on increasing responsibility and ownership as the commercial function develops Assistant Commercial Manager Requirements Previous experience within an Assistant Commercial Manager, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Analyst, Project Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role Candidates from main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders or similar construction environments are encouraged to apply Experience of job costing, project cost control, commercial reporting, forecasting or financial analysis would be advantageous Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse project costs and identify areas for improvement Good Excel and data analysis skills, with confidence working with financial reports and project information Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across commercial, operational and finance teams Proactive, detail-focused and keen to develop within a fast-growing business Renewable energy experience is not required Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
05/08/2026
Full time
Position: Assistant Commercial Manager Location: Fareham Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 DOE Bennett & Game are representing a rapidly growing solar and renewable energy contractor who are seeking a commercially astute Assistant Commercial Manager to join their expanding business. This is a newly developed opportunity within a high-growth company that has achieved significant expansion over the past 12 months and has ambitious plans to continue scaling over the coming years. Backed by a 700m turnover group, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and commercial capability. The successful candidate will work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders, providing a vital link between project delivery, commercial performance and financial control. The role will have a strong focus on job costing, cost analysis, project performance and identifying opportunities to improve commercial outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond a traditional Assistant Quantity Surveyor position and gain broad exposure across commercial, operational and finance functions. The company is seeking an ambitious individual who can grow with the business, take on increasing responsibility and help shape the future development of the commercial function. Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience across a range of construction environments, including main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders and other contractor-led businesses. Renewable energy experience is not essential. With hands-on mentoring from experienced senior stakeholders, structured training and clear progression opportunities, the successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to develop towards a Commercial Manager or senior commercial position as the company continues to grow. Assistant Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits Salary 35,000 - 45,000 DOE 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus scheme Two years' death in service cover Critical illness cover Comprehensive in-house and external training and development Clear and structured progression opportunities within a rapidly growing business Regular team and company-wide social events Charity fundraising days Modern office facilities including a stocked kitchen, shower and gym Supportive and collaborative working environment Assistant Commercial Manager Job Overview Work closely with senior operational and finance stakeholders to support commercial performance across the business Take a leading role in job costing, cost tracking and the commercial review of live projects Analyse project costs and performance, identifying overspend, financial risks and opportunities to improve profitability Investigate operational and commercial variances, working with relevant teams to understand the underlying causes Review labour, material, subcontract and other project costs to support accurate financial control Support monthly forecasting, cost reporting and project financial reviews Assist with the preparation of valuations, applications for payment and final account information Support commercial administration, procurement, subcontract enquiries and cost comparisons where required Maintain accurate commercial records and support variation and change control processes Work across commercial, operations and finance to improve reporting, processes and commercial visibility Help develop and embed robust commercial controls as the business continues to scale Take on increasing responsibility and ownership as the commercial function develops Assistant Commercial Manager Requirements Previous experience within an Assistant Commercial Manager, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Analyst, Project Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role Candidates from main contractors, specialist subcontractors, PQS consultancies, developers, housebuilders or similar construction environments are encouraged to apply Experience of job costing, project cost control, commercial reporting, forecasting or financial analysis would be advantageous Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse project costs and identify areas for improvement Good Excel and data analysis skills, with confidence working with financial reports and project information Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across commercial, operational and finance teams Proactive, detail-focused and keen to develop within a fast-growing business Renewable energy experience is not required Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.