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Small Works & Frameworks Contracts Manager £55,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance Full Time Office /Site Based 37.5 hours per week within a 7.30am 5.30pm working window (Teams typically work 8.30am 5.00pm, with site operatives starting and finishing earlier) Benefits On-site parking Car allowance of £5000 PPE and uniform provided 33 days holiday, including bank holidays Contributory pension scheme Non-contributory life assurance Ongoing professional development through structured training programmes About the Company Our client is a well-established, family-owned construction business with over 150 years of industry experience. Renowned for delivering high-quality projects across the commercial, education, industrial, heritage, blue light and leisure sectors, they work with both public and private sector clients throughout the Home Counties, Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire and North London. Operating through two specialist divisions, Small Works & Frameworks (up to £1m) and Main Contracts (up to £15m), the business continues to grow and expand its portfolio of successful projects. As a result of this continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Small Works & Frameworks Contracts Manager to join their friendly and collaborative team on a permanent basis. This is a varied and hands-on role responsible for managing multiple construction projects valued up to £1m. You will oversee project delivery from inception through to completion, maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring commercial performance and driving the highest standards of quality, health and safety across all sites. Key Responsibilities Manage quality, compliance, customer service, stakeholder engagement and commercial performance across multiple contracts. Identify project risks and opportunities, implementing effective mitigation strategies where required. Lead, support and mentor site managers, working foremen, tradespeople and subcontractors. Monitor project progress, performance and delivery against programme objectives. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients through regular communication and site visits. Coordinate closely with suppliers, subcontractors and operational teams to ensure efficient project delivery. Oversee on-site and off-site construction activities, ensuring compliance with all relevant building regulations and safety requirements. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, working effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with commercial teams to maintain contract controls and maximise project performance. Support estimating teams by providing technical input, programme information and tender documentation. Assist senior management with project-related activities and business objectives when required. Skills & Experience Previous experience managing construction projects within a main contractor environment. Strong understanding of construction contracts and associated commercial risks. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients, stakeholders and project teams. Ability to present project plans and technical information clearly and accurately. Sound knowledge of current construction legislation, regulations and industry best practice. Experience developing tender programmes, construction programmes and logistics plans. Qualifications & Requirements HND, NVQ, Degree or equivalent construction-related qualification, or qualified through relevant industry experience. Valid CSCS card (Black/Professional Qualification preferred). SMSTS certification. Proficient in Microsoft Office and planning software, including Asta Powerproject.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Joiner to join a well-established building and maintenance contractor delivering planned kitchen refurbishment programme on void social housing properties across Daventry. This is a temporary opportunity offering regular work with the chance to join a busy team delivering high-quality kitchen replacement programmes within the social housing sector. The role involves working in occupied properties, carrying out full kitchen strip-outs, installations, and associated carpentry works. You'll work alongside electricians, plumbers, plasterers, decorators, and flooring contractors to ensure kitchens are completed to a high standard and handed over on time. We welcome applications from Kitchen Fitters, Kitchen Installers, Carpenter Joiners, Joiners, Multi Skilled Carpenters, Multi Trade Operatives, Property Maintenance Operatives, and Carpenters with experience working within social housing, planned maintenance, or domestic property refurbishment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out full kitchen strip-outs, including removing units, tiles, flooring, and associated fixtures Install floor protection and maintain excellent dust control throughout works in empty homes Receive and check kitchen deliveries to ensure all materials are present before installation Complete full kitchen installations, including units, worktops, plinths, splashbacks, and finishing items Carry out general carpentry works, including doors, skirting, and day-to-day repairs across multiple sites when required Work closely with other trades to ensure programmes remain on schedule Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, and health and safety at all times Requirements: To have your own tools To have your own van Previous experience working as a Kitchen Fitter or Kitchen Installer Proven experience completing kitchen refurbishments and installations Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work to a high standard Benefits: Weekly pay (CIS paymenst available) Materials delivered to site 40 hours per week Local, long term work Consistent pipeline of work with the potential for long-term or permanent opportunities If you're interested in this Kitchen Fitter role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Kitchen Fitter to join a well-established building and maintenance contractor delivering planned kitchen refurbishment programme on void social housing properties across Daventry. This is a temporary opportunity offering regular work with the chance to join a busy team delivering high-quality kitchen replacement programmes within the social housing sector. The role involves working in occupied properties, carrying out full kitchen strip-outs, installations, and associated carpentry works. You'll work alongside electricians, plumbers, plasterers, decorators, and flooring contractors to ensure kitchens are completed to a high standard and handed over on time. We welcome applications from Kitchen Fitters, Kitchen Installers, Carpenter Joiners, Joiners, Multi Skilled Carpenters, Multi Trade Operatives, Property Maintenance Operatives, and Carpenters with experience working within social housing, planned maintenance, or domestic property refurbishment. Key Responsibilities: Carry out full kitchen strip-outs, including removing units, tiles, flooring, and associated fixtures Install floor protection and maintain excellent dust control throughout works in empty homes Receive and check kitchen deliveries to ensure all materials are present before installation Complete full kitchen installations, including units, worktops, plinths, splashbacks, and finishing items Replace skirting boards and fit new window boards where required Prepare subfloors using latex on solid floors or 6mm ply on timber floors ready for flooring contractors Carry out general carpentry works, including doors, skirting, and day-to-day repairs across multiple sites when required Work closely with other trades to ensure programmes remain on schedule Maintain high standards of workmanship, housekeeping, and health and safety at all times Requirements: Previous experience working as a Kitchen Fitter or Kitchen Installer Proven experience completing kitchen refurbishments and installations Competent carrying out kitchen rip-outs and installations within occupied properties Experience preparing subfloors for flooring contractors Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work to a high standard Flexible to undertake general carpentry works across different sites when required Full UK driving licence Based within, or able to travel across, Northampton and Milton Keynes Health & safety conscious with the ability to complete relevant compliance requirements, including manual handling, asbestos awareness, and face-fit/RPE requirements where applicable Benefits: 22 per hour Weekly pay (CIS paymenst available) Materials delivered to site 40 hours per week Local, long term work Consistent pipeline of work with the potential for long-term or permanent opportunities If you're interested in this Kitchen Fitter role, please apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)

Experienced and professional Multi-Trade Operative required to work with a leading and highly reputable Local Authority. My client required and experienced Carpenter to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details. Location: North-Northamptonshire Pay: 22.48 per hour (Paid weekly via umbrella) Hours: 37 Hours Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Multiskilled Operative - Requirement Summary We require an experienced Multiskilled Operative (minimum 3 years' trade background) to deliver a high-pressure reactive service within occupied social housing. Only qualified, proven trades professionals - no DIY-level candidates. Key Requirements & Experience Strong multiskilled capability across a range of trade tasks: Carpentry, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering, Bricklaying, Fencing, Flooring, Groundworks. Essential experience working in occupied social housing. Must be local to the area - company vehicle is provided strictly for work use (vehicles are tracked for lone working/H&S purposes as well as to prevent misuse of company property). Must be fully vetted; no returns of previous workers unless specifically requested by the client. Workload & Environment - Reactive responsive service: Standard repairs turnaround: 30 days Emergency callouts: 24 hours High-volume environment: Over 8,000-property and garage stock Approx. 1,500 reactive repairs per month 20,000 repairs completed last year Voids work: bringing properties to lettable standard, sometimes following extremely poor living conditions (e.g., hoarding, drug misuse). Contract & Hours Reviewed every 12 weeks; potential for rolling extensions Hours vary: 8am-4pm or 8:30am-5pm, with 3:30 finish Fridays (37 hours/week) Locations covered: Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough (Northamptonshire) Approximately 60 operatives on rota currently - requires reliability to support cover during holidays/sickness. INDPS

Experienced and professional Carpneter with Multi-Trade experience required to work with a leading and highly reputable Local Authority. My client required and experienced Carpenter to join their award-winning maintenance division on an on going temporary contract. Are you looking to work with a prestigious and well-known employer? Please see below details. Location: North-Nortamptonshire Pay: 22.48 per hour (Paid weekly via umbrella) Hours: 37 Hours Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3 months Carpneter / Multiskilled Operative - Requirement Summary We require an experienced Multiskilled Operative (minimum 3 years' trade background) to deliver a high-pressure reactive service within occupied social housing. Only qualified, proven trades professionals - no DIY-level candidates. Key Requirements & Experience Strong multiskilled capability across a range of trade tasks: Carpentry, Plumbing, Tiling, Plastering, Bricklaying, Fencing, Flooring, Groundworks. Essential experience working in occupied social housing. Must be local to the area - company vehicle is provided strictly for work use (vehicles are tracked for lone working/H&S purposes as well as to prevent misuse of company property). Must be fully vetted; no returns of previous workers unless specifically requested by the client. Workload & Environment - Reactive responsive service: Standard repairs turnaround: 30 days Emergency callouts: 24 hours High-volume environment: Over 8,000-property and garage stock Approx. 1,500 reactive repairs per month 20,000 repairs completed last year Voids work: bringing properties to lettable standard, sometimes following extremely poor living conditions (e.g., hoarding, drug misuse). Contract & Hours Reviewed every 12 weeks; potential for rolling extensions Hours vary: 8:30am-5pm (37 hours/week) Locations covered: Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough (Northamptonshire) Approximately 60 operatives on rota currently - requires reliability to support cover during holidays/sickness. INDPS