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Graduate Construction Manager - Manchester £33,000 per annum, dependent on experience Manchester Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Are you a recent Construction Project Management graduate looking to turn your degree into hands-on experience? This is an opportunity to join an established civil engineering contractor, work alongside experienced construction professionals and build the practical skills needed to progress your career. As a Graduate Construction Manager, you will be supported by experienced managers, engineers and quantity surveyors while gaining exposure to the planning, coordination and delivery of major earthworks and civil engineering activities. Build your construction management career My client is an established contractor with extensive experience delivering civil engineering, earthworks and infrastructure projects. They are looking for a Graduate Construction Manager to join their project management team in Manchester. You will be given the opportunity to develop your technical and management knowledge in a practical environment, learning how construction activities are safely planned, coordinated, monitored and delivered. What you will be doing You will be working closely with experienced members of the project team, gradually taking on greater responsibility as your knowledge and confidence develop. You will be: Supporting project planning, coordination and day-to-day administration. Learning how programmes, budgets and resources are managed throughout construction. Supporting the monitoring of progress, quality and health and safety requirements. Working alongside construction managers, engineers, quantity surveyors and site teams. Helping coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders. Reviewing project information and assisting with reporting and documentation. Developing practical knowledge of earthworks and civil engineering operations. Spending time on site to understand how planned works translate into construction delivery. These responsibilities reflect the practical experience commonly associated with graduate construction management roles, including planning, progress monitoring, quality, safety and multidisciplinary coordination. What you will need My client is looking for someone at the beginning of their construction career who is keen to learn and develop. You should have a degree in Construction Project Management, Construction Management or a closely related discipline, together with good communication, organisation and teamwork skills. You will need an interest in civil engineering and construction delivery, a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues and a full UK driving licence due to the site-based nature of the position. Salary and benefits The Graduate Construction Manager position offers a salary of £33,000 per annum, dependent on experience, alongside a benefits package. You will also receive 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, branded PPE and workwear, and access to mentoring and professional development. Develop your career in Manchester Based in Manchester, this is an excellent opportunity to gain practical construction management experience while being supported by professionals from across the civil engineering industry. As your experience develops, you will have the opportunity to build your understanding of programming, budgeting, health and safety, earthworks and wider project delivery, providing a strong foundation for progression within construction management. If you have recently completed your degree and want your first Graduate Construction Manager opportunity to give you genuine exposure to construction delivery, apply today with your CV. FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.

Our client is a well-established Residential Groundworks Contractor specialising in infrastructure civils, earthworks, and plot groundworks. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of groundwork projects across the North East. From procurement through to final account, you'll ensure projects deliver optimum value while maintaining quality and compliance. We're seeking candidates with strong commercial, negotiation, and reporting skills. Proven experience in groundworks, ideally with a residential focus, is highly desirable, along with a proactive mindset and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Manage cash flow and produce commercial reports (CVRs) Oversee subcontractor procurement and monitor performance Control project costs, budgets, and variations Ensure full contractual and commercial compliance Travel between sites and the office as needed Benefits: Competitive salary plus car allowance/company vehicle and fuel card Bonus Pension scheme Supportive team environment Clear progression opportunities Work with a company that prioritises quality, safety, and long-term relationships If you're passionate about making a tangible impact in construction, please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Graduate in Quantity Surveying needed to come in and train with a busy main contractor working within civil engineering and commercial construction. You will be taught how to price enquiries and them manage jobs post contract as a QS, right through to final account / collecting retentions. Great opportunity for an ambitious Graduate to launch your commercial career.

Quantity Surveyor National Grid Civils Framework Bristol & surrounding areas 43,000 - 54,000 + Car / Car Allowance + Benefits A well-established infrastructure contractor is looking to strengthen its commercial team with a Quantity Surveyor who wants to develop their career and take on genuine responsibility on this exciting contract with National Grid. The role sits within a long-term framework and involves delivering the civils works associated with the construction of new substations across the Bristol area. The framework is currently generating around 5m of work per year and covers a broad range of civil engineering activities, including enabling works, access roads, drainage, small structures and associated infrastructure. This is a particularly good opportunity for a QS who wants more than simply managing a package within a large project. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership, develop relationships with the client and delivery teams, and genuinely put your own mark on the framework as it continues to grow. The Role Working as part of an experienced commercial team, you'll be involved across the full commercial lifecycle, including: Managing commercial aspects of civils packages from tender through to final account Subcontract procurement and management Valuations, applications for payment and cost reporting Managing variations, change and commercial risk Supporting forecasting and financial reporting Working closely with the project and delivery teams Developing strong relationships with the client and supply chain Helping to identify opportunities to improve commercial performance across the framework You'll be working alongside a great team with plenty of experience, giving you the support and exposure needed to continue developing as a Quantity Surveyor. About You This role would suit a QS who is driven, commercially minded and keen to progress. You don't necessarily need years of experience. What's important is that you're someone who wants to learn, takes ownership of their work and is looking to build a long-term career within the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors. You'll ideally have: Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within construction or civil engineering A good understanding of commercial and contractual processes Strong communication and organisational skills The drive to take responsibility and develop A genuine interest in progressing your career The ability to build good working relationships with clients, subcontractors and colleagues Experience within infrastructure, utilities or civils would be advantageous, although the attitude and potential to develop are just as important. What's on offer? 43,000 - 54,000 salary Company car / car allowance Benefits package Long-term National Grid framework Around 5m of annual civils work Opportunity to take genuine ownership of the framework Supportive and experienced team Excellent opportunity for career development and progression The chance to build experience across a varied range of civils and infrastructure projects If you're a Quantity Surveyor who is looking for the opportunity to grow with a business, take on more responsibility and make a role your own, this could be a very good next step. Get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group for details. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Project Quantity Surveyor - Respected Utilities contractor Leading Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor Newly awarded AMP8 framework, projects in the region until 2030 with possible extension thereafter Projects under NEC3 and NEC4 contract forms, valued from 500k - 15m SSA are currently recruiting for a leading Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor who are looking to add Quantity Surveyor to join their team working as part of their AMP8 South-East Water framework covering schemes across the Kent area. Duties will include: Ensure cost control is maintained throughout all functions (procurement, delivery, design) Support the project manager in respect of project and commercial deliverables Prepare subcontract tender packages, carry out comparisons and place relevant orders Responsible for the management, collation, interpretation and analysis of project commercial records Supporting the tender process from cradle to grave Production of monthly cost & value forecasting Subcontract management Production of impact assessments, early warning and risk expenditure This role will include hybrid working arrangements, with sensible arrangement in place for working from home, project sites or the client offices. They are able to offer a highly competitive salary & package for the role, as well as opportunities for further progression as the company expands. Experience needed: Civils/Utilities experience desired - experience with NEC contracts needed Qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field (desired)