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- Candidate required: Estimator or Senior Estimator - Job Type: Permanent - Start date: ASAP - Industry: Construction Professionals North - Location: Manchester The role & about the client: ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a well-established family-owned contractor with over 50 years of experience and a leading reputation within the painting and decorating industry. Operating across the UK, our client has built a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects and maintaining long-term relationships with major contractors and clients. This position is critical to the pre-construction function, combining technical estimating expertise with bid management, contractor engagement, and commercial support. The successful candidate will work closely with the Business Development, Quantity Surveying, Contracts, and Commercial teams to maximise tender success rates and secure profitable projects. While the Head Office is based in Carlisle, applications are welcomed from candidates based in the Manchester region or Glasgow, where the business also operates a satellite office. Once per week attendance at the Carlisle office for weekly meetings and collaboration sessions is essential. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Leading the preparation and submission of accurate and competitive tenders from drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities. - Carrying out detailed take-offs and pricing of labour, plant, and materials using industry estimating software. - Managing the full tender lifecycle from enquiry through to submission and project handover. - Maintaining and updating all tender opportunities within the company CRM system. - Monitoring bid progress and conducting follow-up activities to maximise tender conversion rates. - Liaising with contractors and clients to obtain tender feedback and identify future opportunities. - Attending site visits during tender stages to assess scope, identify risks, and build relationships. - Supporting early contractor engagement through budget estimates, technical advice, and value engineering proposals. - Working closely with Business Development teams to strengthen contractor relationships and identify strategic opportunities. - Leading internal tender handover meetings with Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Managers, and operational teams. - Preparing comprehensive handover documentation including pricing breakdowns, assumptions, exclusions, and risk assessments. - Mentoring and supporting junior estimators to improve team capability and consistency. - Participating in monthly pipeline reviews and bid meetings. - Supporting framework submissions and major project tenders alongside senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have/be: - Proven estimating experience within Painting & Decorating or a related construction trade. - Excellent understanding of Bills of Quantities, methods of measurement, construction drawings, and specifications. - Experience pricing projects ranging from small works packages through to large commercial contracts. - Strong ability to carry out accurate take-offs and cost planning exercises. - Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. - Strong communication and negotiation skills. - Ability to build and maintain relationships with main contractors, consultants, and project teams. - Experience using CRM systems and estimating software. Evaluate, sage construct or similar. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office applications. - Commercially aware with the ability to identify value engineering opportunities. - Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to Carlisle once per week. What's on offer: - Competitive salary and car allowance. - 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. - Pension scheme (3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution). - Career progression opportunities within a growing business. - Supportive and collaborative team environment. - Opportunity to join a respected organisation with a strong reputation in the industry. - Exposure to a diverse range of projects and clients across the UK. How to apply: Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence. The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.

Morson Edge are working with a leading global multidisciplinary consultancy to recruit a Specification Consultant or Senior Specification Consultant to join their growing Specification Consultancy team in London or Manchester . This is an excellent opportunity for an Architectural Technologist, Specification Writer or Specification Consultant looking to specialise within a dedicated technical consultancy environment. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects , supporting both internal design teams and external clients across sectors including Defence, Nuclear, Justice, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Transport, Government, Commercial and the Middle East . Whether you're an experienced Specification Consultant looking to further develop your career, or a Senior Specification Consultant ready to lead projects, mentor colleagues and help grow the team, this role offers outstanding long-term progression within a specialist consultancy. The Opportunity Working alongside Architects, Architectural Technologists, Building Surveyors and multidisciplinary design teams, you'll be responsible for producing coordinated architectural specifications throughout the design process. Rather than simply writing specifications, you'll interrogate architectural designs, challenge proposals where required and develop robust technical specifications that align with design intent, contract requirements, performance criteria and project objectives. Projects typically range from 3-9 months , with multiple live commissions running simultaneously across both the UK and international markets. Senior-level candidates will also have the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior consultants, build long-term client relationships, contribute to business development and play a key role in the continued growth of the team. Key Responsibilities Produce detailed architectural specifications using NBS Chorus . Review architectural designs and develop coordinated project specifications. Work closely with Architects, Architectural Technologists, Building Surveyors and multidisciplinary design teams. Interrogate design proposals to ensure appropriate specification solutions. Coordinate specifications with drawings, BIM models and technical documentation. Advise on material selection, construction methods and technical compliance. Support projects across multiple RIBA work stages. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients. Lead projects and mentor junior team members (Senior level). Contribute to business development, repeat business and process improvements (Senior level). Essential Skills & Experience Background in Architectural Technology, Architecture, Building Surveying or Specification Writing. Experience producing architectural specifications using NBS Chorus . Strong understanding of building construction, materials and detailing. Ability to coordinate specifications alongside drawings and BIM information. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Desirable Experience Autodesk Revit and BIM workflows. Knowledge of CAWS and Uniclass classification systems. Site or construction experience. Experience within Defence, Nuclear, Healthcare, Justice, Infrastructure or other highly regulated sectors. Experience managing projects or mentoring junior staff. Business development and client relationship management (Senior level). What's on Offer £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience. Permanent opportunity (contract applicants also considered). Hybrid working ( 3 days office / 2 days home ). Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects . Exposure to a wide variety of sectors including Defence, Nuclear, Healthcare, Justice, Infrastructure, Transport and Government. Clear career progression into project leadership, people management and business development. Collaborative specialist team with ongoing mentoring and professional development. Long-term pipeline of technically challenging work. If you're an Architectural Technologist , Specification Consultant or Specification Writer looking to join a specialist consultancy delivering major UK and international projects, we'd be keen to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Jonah Peto at Morson Edge for a confidential discussion. E: (url removed) T: (phone number removed) M: (phone number removed)

Commercial Manager Retrofit Cardiff £80,000 £7,500 Car Allowance (or Company Car) About Us Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We are currently working with a leading social housing contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function of their growing Retrofit division across Wales and the West. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will report directly to the Commercial Director and take overall commercial responsibility for a Retrofit business with an annual turnover of approximately £30 million . You will provide commercial leadership across multiple planned works, decarbonisation and retrofit projects, ensuring robust financial control, effective contract management and commercial best practice while supporting the continued growth of the business. Working closely with operational teams, clients, subcontractors and senior management, you will play a key role in maximising profitability, managing commercial risk and ensuring projects are delivered successfully. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Managing the commercial performance of a Retrofit division with an annual turnover of approximately £30 million. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director on commercial performance and project profitability. Leading and developing the commercial team across multiple projects. Preparing and reviewing project budgets, forecasts, valuations and final accounts. Managing subcontractor procurement, payments and contractual performance. Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company commercial procedures. Identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle. Producing accurate cost reports, forecasts and financial information for senior management. Supporting operational teams to deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners. Driving continuous improvement and best commercial practice across the Retrofit business. Requirements (Skills & Qualifications) Previous experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or retrofit sectors. Experience managing high-value contracts and commercial teams. Strong understanding of planned works, decarbonisation and retrofit programmes. Excellent knowledge of contract administration, cost management and commercial reporting. Experience working with NEC and/or JCT forms of contract. Strong negotiation, financial and analytical skills. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities. Full UK Driving Licence. What's on Offer Salary of £80,000 . £7,500 Car Allowance or Company Car. Company pension with 3% employer contribution , plus additional salary sacrifice options. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance. Enhanced employee benefits package. Opportunity to join a leading social housing contractor delivering major retrofit and decarbonisation programmes. Excellent career progression within a growing and successful business. Please apply or contact Kirsty at Build Recruitment on (phone number removed) for further details.

Job Title: Senior Architect Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 Location: Manchester Our client is a highly respected Manchester-based architectural practice specialising in healthcare design. With a growing portfolio of strategic NHS commissions and a reputation for delivering clinically led, evidence-based design, they work closely with Trusts from the earliest stages of scheme development. They're now looking for a Senior Architect with front-end acute healthcare experience to join their team. This role focuses on RIBA Stages 0-3 , where you'll be shaping how hospitals function, translating clinical needs into viable spatial solutions and supporting business case submissions. The Role You'll be leading and contributing to early-stage planning and briefing on acute healthcare schemes, with responsibilities including: Developing departmental layouts, test fits, and adjacency studies Translating clinical service models into spatial solutions that work operationally Supporting Strategic Outline Case (SOC) and Outline Business Case (OBC) submissions Preparing and testing option studies through to RIBA Stage 2 Collaborating directly with NHS Trust Estates & Capital Teams, clinical leads, Project Managers, and Quantity Surveyors Contributing to planning-stage risk management, including operational and decant considerations Supporting wider bid, competition, and framework work where required What We're Looking For Essential: Solid experience delivering acute healthcare projects at RIBA Stages 0-3 Proven capability in departmental space planning, clinical flows & adjacencies, and departmental stacking Experience supporting SOC / OBC level work Strong working knowledge of Health Building Notes (HBNs) and Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs) Confidence working directly with clinicians, NHS Trust Estates teams, and multi-disciplinary consultants Desirable: Experience across departments such as Emergency Departments (ED / A&E), Operating Theatres, Imaging & Diagnostics, Inpatient Wards, Critical Care, or Elective Hubs would be advantageous. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own. As we continue to grow, we re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of housebuilding. Job description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our MCI Developments business - part of the Keepmoat group, based from Wigan. It's a great time to join as we encounter a period of growth for this region. Reporting to the Architectural Manager, the Senior Architectural Technician plays a vital role coordinating all design information between external consultants and internal departments ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments. Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations. Key Accountabilities • To work with the Land Department to ensure smooth transition of all architectural information takes place • To check all architectural drawings and details for accuracy, correctness and commercial suitability • To liaise with external consultants to ensure deadlines are met • To apply for and secure planning permission for all architectural design and relevant regulation approval • To attend site visits and meetings in order to solve any problems that arises during the construction process • To attend design meetings with planning departments to ascertain requirements from a council perspective for new developments • Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Essential: • Providing proactive support to operational business units • Worked within a Technical New build environment and can demonstrate a high level of experience • Previous experience of building relationships with clients/customers • IT skills including Microsoft packages (advanced knowledge) • First rate communication and influencing skills • Highly organized and able to work under pressure • Professional attitude and approach to work Education and Qualifications • Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent. • Degree or higher education course which is accredited by Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) • A high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like AutoCAD Why work for us? Competitive rates of pay Smart Holidays Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme 5% discount on a Keepmoat home Exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance and Health Assessments Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering Day and Payroll Giving Development opportunities to progress your career