Total 16 Senior Executive level Construction / Property job vacancies in Brentwood, Essex, CM13 1AB

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Construction Contractor

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Are you an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking an exciting opportunity with a leading Contractor in the vibrant South Wales region? Look no further! We are currently recruiting for a couple of skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our prestigious client and play a pivotal role in managing high-profile construction projects with an extensive pipeline of work.

Job Overview:

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of our projects, ensuring cost efficiency and effective budget control throughout the construction process. Working closely with a talented team of professionals, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our projects and showcase your expertise in quantity surveying.

Key Responsibilities:

Take the lead in all financial matters related to construction projects, from tender stage to project completion.

Manage cost estimates, budgets, and procurement processes, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards.

Conduct thorough cost analysis, identifying potential areas for cost-saving measures and providing recommendations to the project team.

Prepare and evaluate subcontractor agreements and ensure their compliance with project requirements.

Collaborate with the project team to monitor and control project expenses, anticipating and addressing financial risks and variations.

Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, highlighting project performance and financial status to senior management.

Foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders, ensuring their satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.

Mentor and support junior members of the quantity surveying team, promoting professional growth and development.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry, ideally with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.

In-depth knowledge of quantity surveying practices, contract administration, and cost management.

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and control project finances effectively.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining positive relationships.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Sound understanding of construction contracts and relevant legislation.

Professional qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines would be advantageous.

Location:

Somerset - Their projects are located in various areas within the region, providing exciting opportunities for career growth and advancement.

How to Apply:

If you are a results-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a challenging and rewarding role with a leading building contractor, we want to hear from you! Please submit your up-to-date CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

• Your New Organisation

My client is a social housing provider based in South Wales. Their mission is to ensure safe, comfortable, and sustainable housing for the community. As part of the team, you'll contribute to their commitment to excellence and service delivery.

• Your New Role

As a Senior Surveyor, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient technical services within our organisation. This will include becoming a key figure in the repair services department and steering the organisation's reactive maintenance. Your responsibilities will encompass property inspections, risk-based assessments, and managing repair projects. Compliance with health and safety regulations is paramount, and you'll provide expert advice while collaborating with tenants and stakeholders.

• What You'll Need to Be Successful

You will need to be an experienced repair surveyor working within social housing and have the proven ability to manage diagnostics, structural defects and insurance work. Demonstrate expertise in housing and property service maintenance and refurbishment, including proficiency in budget planning and resource monitoring, experience in managing construction work, including subcontractors, and a track record of meeting deadlines and KPIs. You will need to be proficient in maximising IT / software to improve the surveying service. Experience using Housing Health & Safety Rating System is desired.

• What You'll Get in Return

You will become a key member within the assets department, which will include a salary between £40,477 - £43,600 per annum (dependent on experience). Opportunities for professional growth and development and support with RICS or CIOB qualifications.

• What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: Eastern Counties

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

If you're a Quantity Surveyor who is ready to make the step up or you're currently operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, then I highly recommend you come and join my clients commercial team!

Projects on average will range between £10 - £50 million and the sectors will include: Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial schemes.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome
• Manage the project commercial team

Skills & Experience:

• Main contractor experience within the Construction space
• Experience of different contract forms
• Experience as a Senior Surveyor on projects ranging between £10m to £50m
• Experience in establishing, managing and leading a large project team

Interested in the opportunity above?

Please contact Sam from the Brighton office today.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Building Control Surveyor

Braintree District Council

Permanent, Full Time

From £53,635 - £57,646 per annum, inclusive of £7,500 market supplement

Location: Braintree

Closing Date: 25th August 2024

Our vision - We will be ambitious, support each other and work together in new ways to achieve outstanding results

Essex County Council are delighted to be working in partnership with Braintree District Council to recruit for the role of a Senior Building Control Surveyor.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team at Braintree District Council as a Senior Building Control Surveyor and be part of our transformation! We are evolving our Building Control Service, moving beyond the traditional local government model. Whether this be a step-up or sidestep within your career you'll have the opportunity to help shape a more customer-focused approach, explore new markets, and drive income growth.

Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses. We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community.

Accountabilities

The purpose of this role is to process Building Regulation applications throughout the Braintree District and enforce Building Regulations meeting the Council's statutory obligations. Duties are inclusive but not limited to:

• Support Building Control Managers in developing the Council's Building Control Service to ensure high professional standards of service delivery and customer care.
• Manage a caseload of building control duties to agreed targets.
• Examine plans and conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with building regulations.
• Liaise with applicants, the public, construction professionals, and statutory bodies on building control matters.
• Provide advice to customers on regulatory compliance and handle demolitions and dangerous structures.
• Promote and market the Building Control Service locally and provide quotes and manage payments for services.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies, represent the Council at relevant committees, and support team development.

The Experience You Will Bring

Skillset: A member of either Chartered Association of Building Engineers (MCABE) or Royal Institute Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) Building and 5 years post qualification experience; or level five of the LABC Competency Framework. Have achieved Class 3 or 4 Competency with the Building Safety Regulator. Have a valid driving licence with access to a car for travel throughout the district.

Knowledge: Possess extensive knowledge of Building Control and associated issues (construction, regulations and legislation), excellent communication and IT skills, and the ability to work independently, support team development, and make informed decisions. Demonstrate a commitment to service improvement, flexibility, and effective influence and negotiation.

Experience: In completing technical tasks to a high standard and achieving targets; in decision making covering complex and varied Building Control issues; in dealing with dangerous structures and demolitions; in writing and presenting reports and letters on complex issues.

What benefits do we offer?

Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our employees. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it.

• We promote and encourage hybrid and flexible working arrangements subject to business needs
• Payment of professional fees
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme
• Free Car Parking
• Health and Wellbeing Programme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme including counselling
• Option to purchase extra holiday
• Excellent learning and Development opportunities with career pathways

Braintree District Council is proud to be a disability confident employer. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

Braintree District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you have queries on this role or require a full copy of the role profile, please email sadie.orwell@essex.gov.uk

Your New Company
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll join a reputable construction firm with a strong strategic focus on profitable and busy sectors which offers a consistent and secure pipeline of work.

Your New Role
In this role, you'll oversee a significant new build project in the heart of Glasgow. This project is due to commence over the next few months and is a large project in the student accomodation space. Your responsibilities will include cost management, contract administration, and risk assessment. You will be commencing on this project as it commences, so it gives you a real opportunity to put your own imprint on the project from the start and make a real impact on procurement, programme and project set up.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Degree-Qualified as a Quantity Surveyor
• Proven track record in the commercial delivery of large projects, ideally within the BTR or student accommodation sectors
• Strong analytical abilities, negotiation finesse, and effective communication.
• Chartered Status (MRICS):Preferred but not essential.

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive package.
• Hybrid work model (office and remote).
• Opportunity to work for a busy main contractor who are real experts in their sectors. They know what they are good at and focus exclusively on these sectors.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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I am looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team in Essex.

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: Essex

About The Role:

As the Senior Surveyor, you will play a pivotal part of business, where you will be the number 1 on the project and will have full accountability for the development and implementation of all pre and post contract strategies, commercial functions and contract reporting.

Duties:

• You will manage the project commercial team ensuring all contract obligations are met and process obligations are complete with particular reference to Procurement, Sub-contract orders, Managing Supply Chain, Measurements and Valuations, Contractual Notices and Valuing Change
• You will complete and submit Monthly Cost Reports, Procurement Strategy Updates and Internal/External Progress Reports alongside developing and implementing internal and external tender stage and delivery strategies
• You will agree to external valuations upstream/downstream to maintain a positive project cash flow and produce and agree main and subcontract final accounts

Benefits:

• A very competitive salary & package for the region
• Flexible/ agile working
• Car Allowance / Company Car
• Extensive corporate benefits
• One of the best learning and development programmes
• Industry leading family leave benefits
• The opportunity to be part of a well respected and very successful tier 1 contractor
• An attractive order book well into 2025

My client is always looking for a variety of new talent to join their team, to help them grow and innovate as a business. So, if you're a Senior Surveyor looking for a new role whose skill set may be transferable to this role then apply today!

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA MYSELF

NLC 12 - £45,243 - £49,765

We are the 4th largest Local Authority in Scotland, and we strive to deliver a highly responsive service to our residents and customers. Our ambitious plans provide a roadmap for, amongst other things, the regeneration of our communities and the maintenance of our built environment. In addition, our teams work closely with a range of stakeholders and partners to protect public interest and safety.

North Lanarkshire Council is considered, by Scottish Government, as a strong performing Building Standards Verifying Authority. In recognition, our Service received the maximum Verification appointment period of 6 years

Adopting a Hybrid work style, in line with Council Policy, you will work from home and our office base. You will be part of the Building Standards team, within the Built Environment service cluster, dealing with all aspects of the Building Standards function including carrying out building warrant assessments, site inspections, dealing with dangerous buildings and working closely with Private Sector Solutions colleagues. Your good communication skills and proactive customer service approach will ensure you provide a professional and solutions driven service to architects, developers and other customers.

Your responsibilities will include supervision of the day-to-day operational building standards and enforcement duties in support of the overall management of the team. You will have an in-depth knowledge of building regulations and all other legislation allied to the Building Standards function together with varied experience and an understanding of the construction industry. Along with good IT and communication skills, you must have the ability to achieve solutions to design related problems. In addition, you must possess skills in planning, vetting and assessment of major projects.

A Degree or equivalent in a construction industry discipline, or a closely related subject is essential together with membership of the RICS or CABE.

Adopting a Hybrid work style, in line with Council Policy, you will work from home and our office base, Civic Centre, Motherwell.

You will be required to travel throughout the area of North Lanarkshire Council.

Working Pattern

• Monday - Thursday: 8:45am - 4:45pm (including a 55 minute unpaid break)
• Friday: 8:45am - 4:15pm (including a 50 minute unpaid break)

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

If you’re considering a career with us, you’ll be keen to know what’s in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you, find out more at work well NL.. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.

For more information on local authority careers visit the myjobscotland career hub

North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy.

Click here to see our Recruitment Charter.

*For all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention’s Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity. To find out more click on the link.

Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 01698 403151.

The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read – My NL

***PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.***

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Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: Chelmsford

Start Date: Immediate

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior / Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 organisation in Chelmsford. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading and supporting the Commercial team on a variety of projects from Education to Commercial, Healthcare, Leisure and public sector.

Your day to day will look like:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome

To be considered for the role, they would like:

• HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent
• Proven experience as the SQS / Commercial lead working with a regional / national contractor
• A good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
• A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Strong mathematical and IT ability
• Negotiating and networking skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Good team working skills

If you feel your experience suits the above requirements then please follow the link to apply with an up to date copy of your CV.

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: Essex & Surrounding Areas

Start Date: Immediate

Senior Quantity Surveyors, come and join my clients southern commercial team! Projects on average range between £10 - £50 million and the sectors include: Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial schemes.

About The Role:

As the Senior Surveyor, you will play a key role within the organisation where you will lead the team on a project, working collaboratively with both customers and industry specialists. You will add value, and always ensure best practice.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome.
• Manage the project commercial team

Skills & Experience:

• Main contractor experience within the Construction space
• Experience of different contract forms
• Experience as the Senior Surveyor on projects ranging between £10m to £50m
• Experience in establishing, managing and leading a large project team

Please contact Sam from the Brighton office today.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: Essex

Start Date: Immediate

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior / Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 organisation in Essex. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading and supporting the Commercial team on a variety of projects from Education to Commercial, Healthcare, Leisure and public sector.

Your day to day will look like:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome

To be considered for the role, they would like:

• HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent
• Proven experience as the SQS / Commercial lead working with a main contractor
• A good understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
• A good knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Strong mathematical and IT ability
• Negotiating and networking skills
• Excellent communications skills
• Good team working skills

If you feel your experience suits the above requirements then please follow the link to apply with an up to date copy of your CV.

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

This vacancy is internal and open only to employees of North Lanarkshire Council and Associated Employers*

*Fusion Assets, NLP LLP

NLC 13 (£49,765 - £54,547)

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen within North Lanarkshire Council’s Development and Disposals team to support the delivery of our Ambition Plan to create modern, vibrant communities where people live, learn, work, invest and visit. To enable our ambition, the Development and Disposals team works with Services across the Council on the delivery of large scale projects such as the housing purchase scheme, hub development programme, housing development, town centre regeneration and City Deal.

Based at the Civic Centre, Motherwell you will be a senior lead within the team responsible for the provision of a co-ordinated property service which implements property disposals and acquisitions whist identifying, creating, and promoting strategic development opportunities across North Lanarkshire.

An excellent and confident communicator, you will be educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a property related subject. You will have longstanding memberships with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the RICS Valuer Registration Scheme. Suitable candidates will have substantial experience in the valuation of commercial land and property, marketing and negotiation for the sale and acquisition of land and property together with a working knowledge of Planning and extensive experience of development appraisals.

The successful applicant will lead on the more technical and complex cases dealt with by the Development and Disposals team. You will supervise and coordinate the work of the Technicians within the team and be involved in the mentoring of staff. Accordingly, should have previous supervisory experience. You will be self-motivated and confident, have excellent IT and interpersonal skills and be able to work both on your own initiative and as part of a team in line with performance standards and deadlines. Familiarity with Procurement would be advantageous as would familiarity with property management systems.

The ability to travel throughout the area of North Lanarkshire Council is essential.

Work Pattern:

Monday to Thursday - 08:45am to 16:45pm

Friday - 08:45am to 16:15pm

Working here at North Lanarkshire Council

If you’re considering a career with us, you’ll be keen to know what’s in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you, find out more at work well NL. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.

For more information on local authority careers visit the myjobscotland career hub

North Lanarkshire Council are Happy to Talk Flexible Working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy.

Click here to see our Recruitment Charter.

*For all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work.

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention’s Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity. To find out more click on the link.

Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 01698 403151.

The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read – My NL

***PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.***

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Senior Estates Surveyor needed in Nottingham, £21.51ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1204729

A qualified chartered surveyor supporting the work of the strategic asset team in the implementation of the corporate landlord model and review of operational assets.

Leading on landlord and tenant matters in terms of regularisation of occupations and lettings for the "communities" portfolio of property and also the implementation of the community asset transfer policy and dealing with applications received.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Your new company

Our client are a company who have operated in their space for nearly 30 years. Working with a core group of corporations they are the provider of choice of fitout and refurbishment services for these clients up and down the UK. Focusing on fast fitouts, our clients have built up a loyal and secure client base who deliver them a sustainable and predictable pipeline of work. They are anticipating an upsurge in contracts over the next few months and would like to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in a leadership position.


Your new role
Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the contract managers, you will be responsible for pricing, managing and delivering a range of small to medium-sized fitouts for a range of large corporate entities across the UK.' Communicating closely with the clients' property team, you will be responsible for commercially delivering these projects ensuring our clients commercial position is protected and enchanced. A key part of this role is the assertive management of key relationships while maintaining a positive working relationship with the client.


What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will be degree qualified in quantity surveying and have significant experience of working in a fast-paced construction environment dealing with multiple smaller projects concurrently. You will be highly organised and commercially savvy and understand how to influence people effectively. You will have a solid understanding of construction and fitout and enjoy the commercial cut and thrust of making money in an environment such as this. There is a great opportunity here for someone to come in and step into a commercial management role over time.


What you'll get in return
Our client are a profitable and successful business and will pay a competitive and attractive package with the ability to work from home in a flexible manner. Working directly with the managing director, you will position yourselves well to step towards a commercial management position.


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who is looking for the next step in your career?

This is a great opportunity to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor who are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Cheshire. They have been established for over 50 years and specialise in construction, engineering, large scale infrastructure and multi-million pound frameworks, working on a variety of projects that can be valued in excess of £100m.

The company work across multiple sectors including the healthcare, education, residential, leisure and large scale infrastructure projects.

What's on offer?

The company are offering exciting career opportunities working on large scale complex projects and provide a fully funded continual professional development program to help you achieve your RICS chartership, as well as an attractive salary and full permanent package.

The role - Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team reporting into the Commercial Manager on all commercial aspects of a £50m healthcare project in Cheshire.

Duties & Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Preparation of bills and/or schedules for quantities of materials, labour and services required in the construction and refurbishment of building works in relation to both Estimating and Post contract duties.
• Cost reporting.
• Preparation and valuation of progress and submission to client.
• Sub-contract procurement including sending out enquiries, collating prices, negotiation, order placement.
• Sub-contract valuations and payments in connection with any contract.
• Maximise cash flow through timely preparation of valuations, submission of invoices and receipt of payment.
• Manage prompt preparation and settlement of final accounts, including variations, claims and disputes.
• Identify, manage, reduce, and drive out unnecessary costs and inefficient activities.
• Monitor and manage subcontract costs to ensure that the project meets and/or exceeds targets.
• Monitor resources and costs to ensure that the project meets and / or exceeds targets, including but not limited to the scheduling of labour resources.

Required skills/knowledge:

• A degree/equivalent qualification (HNC/HND).
• At least 5 years' experience in a SQS position.
• Have experience working on similar projects.
• Have a strong Main Contractor background.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this job ad or for more information about the role please call the Fawkes & Reece office on 01204 554 884 and ask for Tom.

We have an exciting opportunity for an International Sales Executive in a UK-based Construction company. They are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated professional who is capable of achieving and surpassing profitable sales objectives. Proficiency in Mandarin is a fundamental requirement for this position, and knowledge of Cantonese is considered a valuable asset.

Job Requirements:

Fluency in Mandarin is essential, with Cantonese language skills as an advantage.
Previous experience in the international sales market, including direct selling to global investors.
Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets through sales executives and estate agents.
Comprehensive knowledge of NHBC/HBF Five Star customer satisfaction award requirements.
Experience in taking responsibility for the sale of all new homes at a specific development, achieving reservations, contract exchanges, and legal completions in alignment with sales targets.
Effective communication with team members, customers, internal departments, and external agencies.
Strong leadership skills, capable of leading, developing, and motivating new home sales executives and estate agents across multiple development locations to achieve defined sales targets, sales rates, and budgets.
Proven track record of successful lead generation activities, encompassing websites, offline and online marketing, PR events, etc., post-site launch.
Experience in managing external media, presentations, legal matters, and lending agencies in alignment with business plans and targets.
Profound knowledge of market conditions.
Demonstrates exemplary handling of all aspects of the sales process, from initial customer inquiries to reservation and contract exchange.
Strong presentation skills.
Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and dedicated to achieving all targets.
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
Revised Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:

Inspect and ensure the well-maintained presentation of show apartments.
Generate sales leads and conduct property viewings.
Manage daily reports.
Keep overseas teams, agents, and introducers informed about changing availability and price lists.
Facilitate the progression of sales to the exchange stage, working closely with solicitors.
Handle new inquiries and provide relevant and comprehensive information.
Update all sales spreadsheets, including reservation deposit records.
Conduct market research.
Create sales and marketing tools, such as the "plot of the week," FAQ video, and investor video.
Attend weekly sales and marketing meetings to contribute new ideas and incentives.
Conduct both in-person and virtual property viewings, arrange sales briefings for development management, and participate in sales meetings to offer insights for improving sales performance.
Foster and maintain positive relationships with customers, agents, and introducers through various communication channels such as face-to-face interactions, phone calls, emails, WeChat, and WhatsApp.
Develop tailored property documents and provide daily updates on sales information to clients, agents, and introducers via phone, email, WeChat, WhatsApp, etc.
Maintain the presentation of the sales office, show/view homes, and all customer facilities to the highest standards.
Proactively manage customer satisfaction, ensuring each customer is exceptionally satisfied with the service they receive.
Uphold the brand's professional standards at all times, presenting a consistently high standard in all aspects visible to the customer.
Ensure compliance with the consumer code by controlling and verifying all necessary documentation.
Collaborate with the project and customer service departments as needed.
Actively contribute new marketing ideas to boost lead generation for the development.
Referrals

If you know anyone who may be suitable for the above role, feel free to get in contact with the Mandarin Recruitment team. We will ensure a healthy referral bonus.

About Us

Mandarin Recruitment is a service that helps UK and Chinese businesses & organizations find and source high-quality Mandarin-speaking professionals. We have unparalleled and exclusive channels to the Chinese-speaking market, allowing us to be the leading organization for specialist Mandarin recruitment.