About the Company Our client is a well-established organisation operating within the construction and home improvement sector, delivering high-quality refurbishment and installation projects to residential and commercial customers across the UK. With continued growth and a strong order book, they offer a stable, supportive environment with opportunities for long-term career development. About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planner or Junior Planner to join their expanding project delivery team. You ll play a key role in supporting the planning and coordination of projects, ensuring programmes are accurate, realistic, and kept up to date as work progresses. Key Responsibilities Develop, update, and maintain detailed project programmes using ASTA Powerproject. Support the tender and pre-construction teams with planning input. Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to monitor progress and performance. Identify potential delays or issues and assist in developing mitigation strategies. Attend and contribute to planning and progress meetings. Support reporting and forecasting activities across multiple projects. About You Experience as a Planner or Junior Planner, ideally within the construction or building services sectors. Proficient user of ASTA Powerproject Strong analytical and organisational skills with an eye for detail. Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. Motivated, proactive, and keen to develop within a growing business. Benefits Competitive salary (depending on experience) Full-time permanent role with career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team culture Ongoing professional training and development
Oct 10, 2025
Full time
About the Company Our client is a well-established organisation operating within the construction and home improvement sector, delivering high-quality refurbishment and installation projects to residential and commercial customers across the UK. With continued growth and a strong order book, they offer a stable, supportive environment with opportunities for long-term career development. About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planner or Junior Planner to join their expanding project delivery team. You ll play a key role in supporting the planning and coordination of projects, ensuring programmes are accurate, realistic, and kept up to date as work progresses. Key Responsibilities Develop, update, and maintain detailed project programmes using ASTA Powerproject. Support the tender and pre-construction teams with planning input. Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to monitor progress and performance. Identify potential delays or issues and assist in developing mitigation strategies. Attend and contribute to planning and progress meetings. Support reporting and forecasting activities across multiple projects. About You Experience as a Planner or Junior Planner, ideally within the construction or building services sectors. Proficient user of ASTA Powerproject Strong analytical and organisational skills with an eye for detail. Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders. Motivated, proactive, and keen to develop within a growing business. Benefits Competitive salary (depending on experience) Full-time permanent role with career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team culture Ongoing professional training and development
About Us We are one of the largest and most respected construction groups in the North East, employing over 220 people across our offices and project sites. Operating as a multi-discipline group, we deliver expertise in construction, civils, heritage restoration, building services, fire engineering, fabrication, facilities management, and plant & transport. Now proudly employee-owned, every member of our team has a genuine stake in our success. Together, we deliver projects that shape communities - from the restoration of Grade I listed landmarks such as Auckland Castle, to the transformation of complex city centre developments like the Bruce Building. With a strong and diverse pipeline of projects across commercial, residential, heritage, and public sectors, we are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Planner to strengthen our pre-construction and delivery teams. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will take a leading role in the development, management, and optimisation of project programmes across multiple schemes. You will provide strategic planning expertise from tender stage through to project completion, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency across all programmes. You will work closely with Project Managers, Pre-Construction, Commercial and Site Teams, providing expert advice and mentoring to colleagues while ensuring that all projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to programme. Key Responsibilities: Lead the preparation, management, and updating of detailed tender and construction programmes (using ASTA Powerproject or similar). Support the Estimating and Pre-Construction teams in developing winning bids and realistic delivery strategies. Provide expert planning input to risk and value management processes, advising project teams on sequencing, logistics, and mitigation strategies. Monitor live projects, analyse progress, and report on variances - producing accurate and insightful programme reports, dashboards, and forecasts. Chair or contribute to planning and progress meetings, supporting both internal stakeholders and client reporting. Mentor and support junior planners, promoting best practice across the planning function. Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning systems, processes, and templates. About You We're looking for a proactive and technically strong Senior Planner who combines analytical ability with practical site experience and commercial awareness. You will have: Significant experience in planning within the UK construction industry (main contractor background essential). Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and temporary works. Proficiency in ASTA Powerproject (or Primavera P6/MS Project if transferable). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and guide project teams. A collaborative, people-focused approach aligned with our employee-ownership culture. Experience across a variety of sectors - heritage or complex refurbishment projects would be an advantage. What We Offer Competitive salary and company benefits Employee ownership - giving you a real stake in the business and its success The opportunity to lead planning on high-profile, complex and heritage projects across the North East Ongoing professional development and progression, with genuine scope to shape the future of our planning capability A supportive and inclusive culture where your expertise and contribution make a tangible difference
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
About Us We are one of the largest and most respected construction groups in the North East, employing over 220 people across our offices and project sites. Operating as a multi-discipline group, we deliver expertise in construction, civils, heritage restoration, building services, fire engineering, fabrication, facilities management, and plant & transport. Now proudly employee-owned, every member of our team has a genuine stake in our success. Together, we deliver projects that shape communities - from the restoration of Grade I listed landmarks such as Auckland Castle, to the transformation of complex city centre developments like the Bruce Building. With a strong and diverse pipeline of projects across commercial, residential, heritage, and public sectors, we are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Planner to strengthen our pre-construction and delivery teams. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will take a leading role in the development, management, and optimisation of project programmes across multiple schemes. You will provide strategic planning expertise from tender stage through to project completion, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency across all programmes. You will work closely with Project Managers, Pre-Construction, Commercial and Site Teams, providing expert advice and mentoring to colleagues while ensuring that all projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to programme. Key Responsibilities: Lead the preparation, management, and updating of detailed tender and construction programmes (using ASTA Powerproject or similar). Support the Estimating and Pre-Construction teams in developing winning bids and realistic delivery strategies. Provide expert planning input to risk and value management processes, advising project teams on sequencing, logistics, and mitigation strategies. Monitor live projects, analyse progress, and report on variances - producing accurate and insightful programme reports, dashboards, and forecasts. Chair or contribute to planning and progress meetings, supporting both internal stakeholders and client reporting. Mentor and support junior planners, promoting best practice across the planning function. Contribute to the continuous improvement of planning systems, processes, and templates. About You We're looking for a proactive and technically strong Senior Planner who combines analytical ability with practical site experience and commercial awareness. You will have: Significant experience in planning within the UK construction industry (main contractor background essential). Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and temporary works. Proficiency in ASTA Powerproject (or Primavera P6/MS Project if transferable). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and guide project teams. A collaborative, people-focused approach aligned with our employee-ownership culture. Experience across a variety of sectors - heritage or complex refurbishment projects would be an advantage. What We Offer Competitive salary and company benefits Employee ownership - giving you a real stake in the business and its success The opportunity to lead planning on high-profile, complex and heritage projects across the North East Ongoing professional development and progression, with genuine scope to shape the future of our planning capability A supportive and inclusive culture where your expertise and contribution make a tangible difference
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Contracts Manager
Essex / London Borders
£45k - £58k + Bens
Company
A medium sized contractor delivering major rehabilitation and repair schemes within the Utilities sector. Established for over 25 years they have heavily invested within the business and built on their success to become one of the leaders within their field operating throughout the South East Region. They have an enviable reputation for the training and development programmes for staff and their support for career progression from within.
Contracts Manager
Based in Essex this position reports into the Director and you will be responsible for the delivery of projects based within the London and Home Counties areas. You will manage the Site Agents and teams to ensure projects are completed safely, to strict programme and budget. You will liaise with clients and other relevant parties to build relationships and support the development of the business.
You will:
* A relevant HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction (highly desirable but not essential)
* Hold NRSWA qualification
* A minimum of two years experience as a Contract/Project Manager
* Ideally with utilities experience
* Reside within reasonable commuting distance.
* Experience of producing SHEQ documents of CDM regulations
* First class communication skills both written and verbal
* Excellent client facing and organisation skills
* Able to motivate and organise site based teams
* IT literate
* Be commercially and contractually aware
* Be flexible when needed
* Have a stable work history
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious Contracts Manager seeking to join a contractor that offers progression opportunities.
Salary of £45k-£58k plus package.
Please forward a current CV in the instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building, civil engineering and logistics sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
The Company
Our client is a privately owed development business who specialise in both new build and large-scale conversion schemes into Residential.
Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a site based Contracts Manager to oversee a mixed development of new build and conversion of a Grade 2 listed building in to apartments.
The scheme in Tooting, SW London will consist of over 280 apartments in the refurbishment and over 20 units of new build construction in the grounds of the development.
They are a privately owned business and have achieved impressive growth, year on year, for the past 5 years, and are financially robust.
The Candidate
* Develop, update, and implement the Construction Stage Plan, Programme and the Health and Safety Plan to include all stakeholder requirements and interfaces.
* Ensure that the site team have all RAMS for both direct and sub-contract works in place and are suitable for the activities being undertaken / as listed in the Risk Register (that is developed for the H&S P)
* Be actively involved in the detailed review, analysis, and monitoring of the procurement process.
* Oversee on a day-to-day basis the Design team to ensure that production targets are achieved and high a quality of finish is maintained.
* Review actual design and construction progress and prepare and maintain an updated project programme in conjunction with the Project Manager and Planner
* Carry out site progress meetings with the Client, monitor the sub-contract Progress meetings to ensure the effective and efficient organization of labour etc.
Essential:
* Proven ability to define and implement the right strategy depending on the circumstances and requirements.
* Proven track record of delivery in a fast-paced construction environment
* Experience in leading teams to deliver.
* Flexible to meet the demands of the role.
* Mental and intellectual toughness to confront and solve problems, often through others as well as by themselves.
* Politically astute to know when to flag issues and escalate situations.
* Self-confident enough to stand their ground when appropriate.
* Accountability to accept when progress is not going as expected and to make personal changes to ensure corrective action.
* Professional honesty and integrity in dealing with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
* An understanding of modern construction techniques.
Desirable:
* Educated to degree level or equivalent (BSc. Engineering / Project Management preferred).
* Both New Build and Refurbishment Experience.
* Similar role with a Developer or Design Build Contractor.
* Solid commercial acumen.
On offer is a basic salary up to £100,000 per annum plus package including pension, healthcare, car allowance, and annual leave entitlement.
If you are seeking a career move but this position is not right for you please browse the other vacancies on our website. We are specialists in Residential Recruitment and have a range of posts available. We also welcome speculative applications
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
The Company
Our client is a privately owed development business who specialise in both new build and large-scale conversion schemes into Residential.
Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a site based Contracts Manager to oversee a mixed development of new build and conversion of a Grade 2 listed building in to apartments.
The scheme in Tooting, SW London will consist of over 280 apartments in the refurbishment and over 20 units of new build construction in the grounds of the development.
They are a privately owned business and have achieved impressive growth, year on year, for the past 5 years, and are financially robust.
The Candidate
* Develop, update, and implement the Construction Stage Plan, Programme and the Health and Safety Plan to include all stakeholder requirements and interfaces.
* Ensure that the site team have all RAMS for both direct and sub-contract works in place and are suitable for the activities being undertaken / as listed in the Risk Register (that is developed for the H&S P)
* Be actively involved in the detailed review, analysis, and monitoring of the procurement process.
* Oversee on a day-to-day basis the Design team to ensure that production targets are achieved and high a quality of finish is maintained.
* Review actual design and construction progress and prepare and maintain an updated project programme in conjunction with the Project Manager and Planner
* Carry out site progress meetings with the Client, monitor the sub-contract Progress meetings to ensure the effective and efficient organization of labour etc.
Essential:
* Proven ability to define and implement the right strategy depending on the circumstances and requirements.
* Proven track record of delivery in a fast-paced construction environment
* Experience in leading teams to deliver.
* Flexible to meet the demands of the role.
* Mental and intellectual toughness to confront and solve problems, often through others as well as by themselves.
* Politically astute to know when to flag issues and escalate situations.
* Self-confident enough to stand their ground when appropriate.
* Accountability to accept when progress is not going as expected and to make personal changes to ensure corrective action.
* Professional honesty and integrity in dealing with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
* An understanding of modern construction techniques.
Desirable:
* Educated to degree level or equivalent (BSc. Engineering / Project Management preferred).
* Both New Build and Refurbishment Experience.
* Similar role with a Developer or Design Build Contractor.
* Solid commercial acumen.
On offer is a basic salary up to £100,000 per annum plus package including pension, healthcare, car allowance, and annual leave entitlement.
If you are seeking a career move but this position is not right for you please browse the other vacancies on our website. We are specialists in Residential Recruitment and have a range of posts available. We also welcome speculative applications
Construction Project Manager
Salary: £28,000 - £32,500 a year
Benefits: 20 days holiday+ bank holidays, Pension scheme
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Location: London, NW5
Property Contractors 247 are a leading Residential Construction company based in Kentish Town, NW London. We undertake a variety of projects ranging from kitchen extensions to full house refurbishments, property maintenance and Electrical installations.
We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to assist the MD and Project Manager in managing several residential projects. You would be involved in assisting in producing and monitoring progress of the project against programme, assisting in procurement of materials and finishes, updating and reviewing costs and expenditure, liaising with the clients and general assistance in the management of the on-site construction team.
Duties Include:
Consult blueprints, designs, and client instructions to develop construction plans for your team
Manage construction sites, ensuring that workers adhere to construction plans and safety targets
Create and enforce employee schedules and construction timelines
Deliver requirements on time ensuring that cost never exceeds the construction budget
Liaise project progress to management and complete audit reports
Other duties as requested
You should have some formal Construction training and or degree level construction qualification, be presentable and client facing, computer literate, have some formal H&S training and hold a full driving license.
Experience: Construction Project Management: 3 years (Required)
Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)
If you feel you are the ideal candidate APPLY today!
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Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
Construction Project Manager
Salary: £28,000 - £32,500 a year
Benefits: 20 days holiday+ bank holidays, Pension scheme
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Location: London, NW5
Property Contractors 247 are a leading Residential Construction company based in Kentish Town, NW London. We undertake a variety of projects ranging from kitchen extensions to full house refurbishments, property maintenance and Electrical installations.
We are looking for a Construction Project Manager to assist the MD and Project Manager in managing several residential projects. You would be involved in assisting in producing and monitoring progress of the project against programme, assisting in procurement of materials and finishes, updating and reviewing costs and expenditure, liaising with the clients and general assistance in the management of the on-site construction team.
Duties Include:
Consult blueprints, designs, and client instructions to develop construction plans for your team
Manage construction sites, ensuring that workers adhere to construction plans and safety targets
Create and enforce employee schedules and construction timelines
Deliver requirements on time ensuring that cost never exceeds the construction budget
Liaise project progress to management and complete audit reports
Other duties as requested
You should have some formal Construction training and or degree level construction qualification, be presentable and client facing, computer literate, have some formal H&S training and hold a full driving license.
Experience: Construction Project Management: 3 years (Required)
Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)
If you feel you are the ideal candidate APPLY today!
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Construction Project Manager -
This is an exciting role for an experienced Project Manager with at least 3 years’ experience in managing the refurbishment and construction of residential properties, to join a fast-growing property development company operating across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and South West London.
The Project Manager will be degree qualified in construction / architecture / engineering / town planning / cost planning, (or equivalent); will have 3 or more years post graduate experience as a Project Manager within an architectural, engineering or property construction office with an involvement in design, refurbishment and construction of residential property development.
This role will suit a project management professional that is comfortable in both project management and the technical aspects of design and build of residential buildings. Project sizes vary from refurbishment of houses to building new blocks of flats (up to £4m projects).
Responsibilities;
Project Management
Preparation and executing of end to end construction project work plans
Apply technical knowledge and experience to deliver projects to the required quality, cost and time
Manage multiple projects concurrently
Ensuring project documents are complete, current, and appropriately updated
Briefing and liaising with suppliers, sub-contractors, architects, clients, consultants and engineers
Project co-ordination
Managing day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Managing the Site Foreman or Site Manager assigned to each project (depending on size)
Reviewing project deliverables
Attends meetings with a range of stakeholders
Ability to use Microsoft Project to produce work plans, resource plans and status reports
Financial Management
Preparation and monitoring of project budgets including materials, labour and purchased services
Understands basic P&L and cost-to-completion forecasts
Understands consultants and contractors methods for pricing their services.
Assist in the commercial negotiation for the supply of services, labour and materials
Ability to use Microsoft Excel to produce project, labour and materials forecasts and budgets
Communication
Effectively communicates in written and verbal forms
Keeps project team well informed of changes within scope and delivery
Effectively communicates relevant project information to stakeholders including project teams, construction teams and other professionals
Delivers engaging, informative, well-organised presentations
Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully to achieve desired outcome
Technical Understanding
Project management
Construction of property
General understanding in the areas of design and procurement
Working understanding of JCT contracts
Must have technical background in the field of Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Town Planning or Cost Planning
Jul 18, 2020
Full time
Construction Project Manager -
This is an exciting role for an experienced Project Manager with at least 3 years’ experience in managing the refurbishment and construction of residential properties, to join a fast-growing property development company operating across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and South West London.
The Project Manager will be degree qualified in construction / architecture / engineering / town planning / cost planning, (or equivalent); will have 3 or more years post graduate experience as a Project Manager within an architectural, engineering or property construction office with an involvement in design, refurbishment and construction of residential property development.
This role will suit a project management professional that is comfortable in both project management and the technical aspects of design and build of residential buildings. Project sizes vary from refurbishment of houses to building new blocks of flats (up to £4m projects).
Responsibilities;
Project Management
Preparation and executing of end to end construction project work plans
Apply technical knowledge and experience to deliver projects to the required quality, cost and time
Manage multiple projects concurrently
Ensuring project documents are complete, current, and appropriately updated
Briefing and liaising with suppliers, sub-contractors, architects, clients, consultants and engineers
Project co-ordination
Managing day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Managing the Site Foreman or Site Manager assigned to each project (depending on size)
Reviewing project deliverables
Attends meetings with a range of stakeholders
Ability to use Microsoft Project to produce work plans, resource plans and status reports
Financial Management
Preparation and monitoring of project budgets including materials, labour and purchased services
Understands basic P&L and cost-to-completion forecasts
Understands consultants and contractors methods for pricing their services.
Assist in the commercial negotiation for the supply of services, labour and materials
Ability to use Microsoft Excel to produce project, labour and materials forecasts and budgets
Communication
Effectively communicates in written and verbal forms
Keeps project team well informed of changes within scope and delivery
Effectively communicates relevant project information to stakeholders including project teams, construction teams and other professionals
Delivers engaging, informative, well-organised presentations
Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully to achieve desired outcome
Technical Understanding
Project management
Construction of property
General understanding in the areas of design and procurement
Working understanding of JCT contracts
Must have technical background in the field of Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Town Planning or Cost Planning
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will need to have experience of conquest software and a main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
Jun 30, 2020
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will need to have experience of conquest software and a main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will be using "CostX" estimating software and whilst it would be advantageous to have experience, it is not a requirement for this Senior Estimator role. If you have used other mainstream software packages you will easily adapt. A main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
Jun 30, 2020
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will be using "CostX" estimating software and whilst it would be advantageous to have experience, it is not a requirement for this Senior Estimator role. If you have used other mainstream software packages you will easily adapt. A main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will be using "CostX" estimating software and whilst it would be advantageous to have experience, it is not a requirement for this Senior Estimator role. If you have used other mainstream software packages you will easily adapt. A main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
May 07, 2020
Senior Estimator
We have been asked by a leading construction company to find a Senior Estimator to add immediate support to their bid team on a freelance basis. They work in a variety of sectors from both private and public sector housing, education, health and commercial. Their project values range from £5m-£35m and are a mixture of new build and refurbishment.
As a Senior Estimator you will be using "CostX" estimating software and whilst it would be advantageous to have experience, it is not a requirement for this Senior Estimator role. If you have used other mainstream software packages you will easily adapt. A main contracting Estimating background is required for this role.
You will as a Senior Estimator work in a bid team consisting of Planners, Design Managers and other Estimators. The Initial tenders you will be involved in will be a £12m healthcare project with some residential apartments and an £8m residential project in Harrow.
For more information on this Senior Estimator role or any other Estimator or Senior Estimator positions in London and the South of England please contact Lee Kidd
Our client is well established commercial property investment company who boasts numerous retained commercial and residential property assets within its property portfolio. They are growing their portfolio which includes a wide variety of property assets including retail, industrial, offices, residential and leisure properties.
AIM OF ROLE
Working as part of the acquisitions team the purpose of the role is to manage development opportunities and expanding the property portforlio.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with managing the residential and commercial refurbishment and new build opportunities, both within the existing portfolio and with new acquisitions.
Adopt a proactive approach to undertaking site evaluations including financial, technical and legal issues.
Liaising with the in-house or external planners to prepare, submit and progress planning applications.
Managing project initiation documents including the preparation of specifications for refurbishment and new build projects, reviewing tenders and instructing contractors.
Responsible for the appointment and management of the external professional development team including architects, quantity surveyors, M&E Engineers, contractors, etc.
Manage each stage of various projects, ensuring that they are kept to budget and within the required timeframes.
Instruct and liaise with solicitors and other third parties over any required legal documentation.
Work closely with and develop excellent relationships with colleagues specialising in planning, architecture, quantity surveying, sales and marketing.
Keep up to date with current and new legislation and best practice relevant to the technical aspects of commercial and residential refurbishment and development.
Adhere to Departmental and Group policies, procedures and guidelines.
REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work under pressure.
Flexible and adaptable.
IT literate, including Word and Excel.
Pro-active “can do” approach.
Good team player and hard worker.
Extremely self-motivated.
Apr 04, 2020
Full time
Our client is well established commercial property investment company who boasts numerous retained commercial and residential property assets within its property portfolio. They are growing their portfolio which includes a wide variety of property assets including retail, industrial, offices, residential and leisure properties.
AIM OF ROLE
Working as part of the acquisitions team the purpose of the role is to manage development opportunities and expanding the property portforlio.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with managing the residential and commercial refurbishment and new build opportunities, both within the existing portfolio and with new acquisitions.
Adopt a proactive approach to undertaking site evaluations including financial, technical and legal issues.
Liaising with the in-house or external planners to prepare, submit and progress planning applications.
Managing project initiation documents including the preparation of specifications for refurbishment and new build projects, reviewing tenders and instructing contractors.
Responsible for the appointment and management of the external professional development team including architects, quantity surveyors, M&E Engineers, contractors, etc.
Manage each stage of various projects, ensuring that they are kept to budget and within the required timeframes.
Instruct and liaise with solicitors and other third parties over any required legal documentation.
Work closely with and develop excellent relationships with colleagues specialising in planning, architecture, quantity surveying, sales and marketing.
Keep up to date with current and new legislation and best practice relevant to the technical aspects of commercial and residential refurbishment and development.
Adhere to Departmental and Group policies, procedures and guidelines.
REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work under pressure.
Flexible and adaptable.
IT literate, including Word and Excel.
Pro-active “can do” approach.
Good team player and hard worker.
Extremely self-motivated.
A property investment company based in Buckinghamshire has numerous retained commercial and residential property assets within its property portfolio and as such are looking for a Technical Manager. Our client is looking to substantially grow the portfolio through the acquisition of a wide variety of property assets including retail, industrial, offices, residential and leisure properties. Taken together with the existing portfolio there exists a wide range of opportunities to create further value through refurbishment and redevelopment of the property assets. Working as part of the acquisitions team the purpose of the role is to ensure information is produced, checked and distributed on programme to the correct quality and within budget to enable effective sub-contract procurement and build programmes to be met. The company requires a rounded individual who will help deliver these projects through the planning, design and build phase. This role would suit a practically minded individual from a technical background. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Appointing and managing design teams and consultants and liaising with architects, engineers, party wall surveyors, building control and town planners. Assist with the preparation of technical budgets when requested. Check drawings to ensure the proposals / details are practical and economical. In all matters to refer where necessary for advice and guidance to supervisors. Check all drawings to ensure proposals / details are practical and economic and where necessary Improvements which will result in cost / time reductions. Ensure consultants are appointed in sufficient time to meet the agreed programme following sign off from supervisors. Ensure clearance of Building Regulations and other relevant conditions. Prepare and update specifications in association with the Sales and Lettings departments. Ensure the effective co-ordination of planning, Design Freeze and working drawings ensuring that discrepancies are reported and agreed. Organise the approval of specialist drawings through consultants as necessary. Resolve design and building problems contacting relevant personnel and consultants as appropriate. Liaise with acquisitions surveyor and internal planning, architects, projects, estates and sales/lettings departments. Approve consultants claim for payment in conjunction with Development Manager. Prepare and submit information pursuant to planning conditions, chasing them through to discharge in a timely manner. As required, evaluate requirements for environmental standards and seek the most economic way forward. Obtain service information and quotations and place order to meet the building programme following the relevant approval ensuring the services are procured in the most financially economic way. Organise for disconnection or alteration of existing services for building purposes when necessary. Organise / procure postal addresses, SAP calculations, heating layouts, sanitary ware schedules and other pertinent technical information that may be applicable. Organise and administer where relevant Section 38, Section 104, Section 278 agreements where necessary. Organise consultants to carry out all necessary site surveys, soil report and contamination report etc. Perform duties as CDM Co-ordinator referring to the Development Manager (acting as Principle Contractor) where necessary. Under the duties above, to prepare pre-construction information plans, issue F10’s, review where requested Health & Safety documentation and method statements. Prepare an Operations & Maintenance Manual incorporating a Health & Safety File for hand over to management company or estates department. Register sites with NHBC and Local Authority where appropriate. Ensure that the technical budget is updated as necessary with all orders placed, and all invoices paid. Place contracts within budget values where possible, seeking confirmation of order prior to proceeding and consulting Development Manager for guidance if the consultants’ quotation exceeds the budget value. Attend to consultants’ contract administration. Comply with company contracts, regulations and administration systems in force at the time. Keep up to date with correct building products, techniques, regulations and legislation that may impact the performance of the required duties. If requested to write to consultants of delays / additional costs occur and give appropriate notices where necessary regarding contra charges. Ensure Party Wall surveyors are appointed where relevant. Support the estates department with any technical queries, including preparation of lease plans. Liaise with the maintenance manager on the existing portfolio in monitoring and recording compliance with regard to all standard health and safety matters including; – Deregulation Act 2015 – the installation of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms in all residential properties. Placement of up to date Health and Safety manuals in the reception of all multi-let buildings Legionella risk assessment and testing Asbestos survey reports EPC certificates Fire safety Gas safety certificates Electrical certificates Only when agreed with the Acquisitions Director: Revise consultant’s programme Alter the company’s standard Consultants Contract Terms & Conditions Agree initial, or subsequently alter, professional fees Withdraw or reduce the value of the contra charges Increase the value of the consultant’s account Terminate consultant’s contract Execute legally binding agreement. SKILLS REQUIRED: Experienced Technical Manager Ability to communicate well at all levels and with all parties Strong auditing skills and diligent Enthusiasm Professional attitude Transparent Hands on approach and willing to take ownership IT literate Good eye for detail Works well under pressure Excellent time management skills
Feb 19, 2020
Full time
A property investment company based in Buckinghamshire has numerous retained commercial and residential property assets within its property portfolio and as such are looking for a Technical Manager. Our client is looking to substantially grow the portfolio through the acquisition of a wide variety of property assets including retail, industrial, offices, residential and leisure properties. Taken together with the existing portfolio there exists a wide range of opportunities to create further value through refurbishment and redevelopment of the property assets. Working as part of the acquisitions team the purpose of the role is to ensure information is produced, checked and distributed on programme to the correct quality and within budget to enable effective sub-contract procurement and build programmes to be met. The company requires a rounded individual who will help deliver these projects through the planning, design and build phase. This role would suit a practically minded individual from a technical background. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Appointing and managing design teams and consultants and liaising with architects, engineers, party wall surveyors, building control and town planners. Assist with the preparation of technical budgets when requested. Check drawings to ensure the proposals / details are practical and economical. In all matters to refer where necessary for advice and guidance to supervisors. Check all drawings to ensure proposals / details are practical and economic and where necessary Improvements which will result in cost / time reductions. Ensure consultants are appointed in sufficient time to meet the agreed programme following sign off from supervisors. Ensure clearance of Building Regulations and other relevant conditions. Prepare and update specifications in association with the Sales and Lettings departments. Ensure the effective co-ordination of planning, Design Freeze and working drawings ensuring that discrepancies are reported and agreed. Organise the approval of specialist drawings through consultants as necessary. Resolve design and building problems contacting relevant personnel and consultants as appropriate. Liaise with acquisitions surveyor and internal planning, architects, projects, estates and sales/lettings departments. Approve consultants claim for payment in conjunction with Development Manager. Prepare and submit information pursuant to planning conditions, chasing them through to discharge in a timely manner. As required, evaluate requirements for environmental standards and seek the most economic way forward. Obtain service information and quotations and place order to meet the building programme following the relevant approval ensuring the services are procured in the most financially economic way. Organise for disconnection or alteration of existing services for building purposes when necessary. Organise / procure postal addresses, SAP calculations, heating layouts, sanitary ware schedules and other pertinent technical information that may be applicable. Organise and administer where relevant Section 38, Section 104, Section 278 agreements where necessary. Organise consultants to carry out all necessary site surveys, soil report and contamination report etc. Perform duties as CDM Co-ordinator referring to the Development Manager (acting as Principle Contractor) where necessary. Under the duties above, to prepare pre-construction information plans, issue F10’s, review where requested Health & Safety documentation and method statements. Prepare an Operations & Maintenance Manual incorporating a Health & Safety File for hand over to management company or estates department. Register sites with NHBC and Local Authority where appropriate. Ensure that the technical budget is updated as necessary with all orders placed, and all invoices paid. Place contracts within budget values where possible, seeking confirmation of order prior to proceeding and consulting Development Manager for guidance if the consultants’ quotation exceeds the budget value. Attend to consultants’ contract administration. Comply with company contracts, regulations and administration systems in force at the time. Keep up to date with correct building products, techniques, regulations and legislation that may impact the performance of the required duties. If requested to write to consultants of delays / additional costs occur and give appropriate notices where necessary regarding contra charges. Ensure Party Wall surveyors are appointed where relevant. Support the estates department with any technical queries, including preparation of lease plans. Liaise with the maintenance manager on the existing portfolio in monitoring and recording compliance with regard to all standard health and safety matters including; – Deregulation Act 2015 – the installation of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms in all residential properties. Placement of up to date Health and Safety manuals in the reception of all multi-let buildings Legionella risk assessment and testing Asbestos survey reports EPC certificates Fire safety Gas safety certificates Electrical certificates Only when agreed with the Acquisitions Director: Revise consultant’s programme Alter the company’s standard Consultants Contract Terms & Conditions Agree initial, or subsequently alter, professional fees Withdraw or reduce the value of the contra charges Increase the value of the consultant’s account Terminate consultant’s contract Execute legally binding agreement. SKILLS REQUIRED: Experienced Technical Manager Ability to communicate well at all levels and with all parties Strong auditing skills and diligent Enthusiasm Professional attitude Transparent Hands on approach and willing to take ownership IT literate Good eye for detail Works well under pressure Excellent time management skills
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