Total 254 Construction / Property job vacancies in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 5PG

Service Care Solutions are working alongside a successful law firm, based in Greater Manchester, which needs a Commercial Property Senior Solicitor to join its growing team.

This role pays a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate high-value lease agreements, purchase agreements, option agreements, and development agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of commercial property law, including property rights, zoning laws, development projects, and land use regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of junior solicitors, paralegals, and administrative staff within the commercial property department.

About you:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in commercial real estate or property law with at least 7 years PQE.
• Ability to conduct in-depth legal research and analysis.

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Allowance
• Hybrid Working

If this Commercial Property Senior Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

Property Administrator

Location: City Centre, Manchester
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Holiday: 28 days annual leave
Start Date: Immediate

Are you an experienced property administrator looking for a new opportunity? Join our family-run business based in the heart of Manchester, managing a diverse portfolio in the commercial property sector.

Key Responsibilities:
* Provide administrative support to the property management team
* Maintain and update property records and databases
* Assist with tenant inquiries and communications
* Coordinate property maintenance and inspections
* Support the preparation of reports and documentation

Requirements:
* Proven experience in property administration
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
* A full driving license and access to a car is preferred but not essential

What we offer:
* A supportive and friendly work environment
* Opportunities for professional growth within a family-run business
* Competitive salary with 28 days of holiday per year

If you're passionate about property and ready to make a difference in a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

Join us in shaping the future of property management in Manchester!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Your new company and role
A public sector organisation looking for planned and reactive maintenance surveyor to look after the Greater Manchester portfolio of residential properties. You will be looking after a variety of older and newer houses, delivering reactive maintenance surveys and quinquennial inspections. You will be working in a small team environment, autonomously delivering specifications and reports on the back of your inspections.
This is a secure permanent position with a secure pipeline of work.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified building surveyor, MRICS chartered with experience delivering pre- and post-inspections, specifications and reports. You will have a full UK driving licence and have eligibility to work in the UK.


What's in it for you?
- Flexible working arrangement
- Permanent position
- Friendly working environment
- Office based in North Manchester - you will miss the city centre traffic
- Salary of £50,000


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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Manchester-based, rating specialist working with commercial clients. They are a team of 7 within an office of 60. Based outside the city centre, there is plenty of parking available on site.
This company likes to promote from within. Therefore, there is plenty of opportunity for further progression.

Your new role
Delivering rating surveys across commercial and retail clients. In this role you will be supporting junior surveyors, whilst still being involved in delivering the surveys yourself.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be degree qualified and ideally MRICS. You will have previous experience delivering rating surveys and will be keen to share your knowledge with more junior team members.

What you'll get in return
Together with a competitive salary, you will be offered:
A company that likes to promote from within so plenty of progression available.
Look after and recognise their staff achievements.
Offer future leaders programme.
Professional fees paid for.
Pension, death in service x4, Car allowance £4800 - £7k depending on seniority.
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (4-5 days to be taken over Christmas period, they close the business form 21st Dec - 4th of Jan).

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 on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Role overview

We’re searching for an incredible Customer Service Executive - Property (Assistant Property Manager) to join our team on a fixed
term 12 month contract! You will act as the first point of contact for the team’s enquiries in a fast paced, reactive environment,
ensuring a first class experience is delivered.

What do we offer?

• We offer amazing benefits such as enhanced family leave policies, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, Pet lovers
Friday, enhanced sick pay, study support, cash plan and much much more!

• We also offer enhanced annual leave including your birthday day off and a day off when you buy your house - we believe that
you deserve to celebrate special moments with your loved ones. Family always comes first at ub!




What will you do?

Property Management

• To ensure our customers and their properties are cared for and maintained to the highest possible standards, in line with
budgets, service level agreements and regulatory requirements

• To act as the first line for all customers, dealing calmly and confidently with reactive issues, following them through to
resolution (or escalating as appropriate).

• To receive, review and feedback key concerns from weekly property inspections carried out by onsite staff, with the
appropriate follow-up.

• To work in partnership with the PM in the delivery of day-to-day planned, reactive and cyclical maintenance and any works,
acting as the daily point of contact for contractors.

• To support residents on site with their queries such as noise and ASB complaints, seeing issues through to resolution,
liaising with third parties as required.

• To co-ordinate the processing of insurance claims in a timely manner.

• To effectively manage the site service schedule and planned maintenance schedule in line with required works and statutory
compliance requirements.

• To ensure all sites as well as residents/contractors/landlords are compliant with statutory and contractual obligations
including RICs, TPI as well as all compliance and Health and Safety regulations

• To support key processes such as section 20’s, with oversight of enquiries such as contract renewals, utility renewals,
insurance claims and renewals, H&S reports and accompanying actions.

• To provide information for Management Information Packs and work with the Legal and Compliance team for Leaseholders and
Solicitors prior to the sale of a leasehold property, responding to customer enquiries as required.




Customer Partnership

• To build and maintain client relationships to develop strong and lasting partnerships and loyalty, with high levels of
quantifiable customer satisfaction.

• To liaise with tenants, landlords, directors, contractors and other parties to ensure all services are delivered to the
highest standards and expectations are fully met.




Financial Management

• To manage all works and spends in line with budget, maintaining close oversight and control.




What are we looking for?

• Experience working within a fast paced customer service environment

• Residential property management experience is hugely advantageous, but not essential.

• ARLA qualification (desirable)

• Knowledge of principles of customer service excellence.

• Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple and often conflicting deadlines.




We’re not your usual property company. We’re the North West’s leading property managing agent!




At urbanbubble, we’re redefining the way properties are run through community building, customer care, and innovation. Thanks to
our team, that delivers outstanding customer experiences, we’re proud to serve 14,000 residents and growing. We’re looking for
bold, ambitious, resourceful team members to manage and create communities. We want to unlimit what our customers expect, whilst
unleashing your true potential.

So, what do you say – interested?




Don’t meet every single requirement? Don’t count yourself out just yet. Studies have shown some individuals are less likely to
apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At ub we are dedicated to building a diverse workplace based on merit,
great work ethics, and character.




So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job
description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We are an equal
opportunity employer so we invite applicants to contact us to identify any additional support you may need during the recruitment
process.




Apply now and join a fantastic organisation that truly believe that our people should be at the heart of all our decisions!

Recruitment Manager - Construction
Manchester
Competitive salary, uncapped commission and benefits


Are you a Senior Consultant looking for that step up to management? Is your progression currently haltered?

Search Construction have huge growth plans for their team and subsequently are looking to expand the leadership team in Manchester. Our Construction division are a strong brand throughout the UK; the desk and client base are very well established. Leading a team as a billing manager, you will have the autonomy to develop your division as you see fit across the market.

This is an exciting opportunity providing genuine career progression. Search offer a very clear career path for managers, supported by our award-winning management development programme. If you see your career leading towards a Director role, we can ensure we provide this pathway, with all the support and training to enable this.

What we are looking for;

• Experienced Recruiter, with the desire to manage, coach and develop fellow team members
• Strategic in your approach, the ability to map out the market and identify new business
• Confident sales professional, demonstrating the ability to build a portfolio of clients, undertake business development activities, including negotiation and objection handling
• Candidate management, including sourcing and networking activities
• Ability to communicate at the most senior level, nurture sustainable client and candidate relationships
• Highly influential and motivational; the ability to coach and mentor recruitment professionals to maximise revenue and achieve team objectives
• You must be ambitious, energetic and hard working.

What we can offer you;

• The chance to work with industry leading professionals, all of which have a strong background within the Construction sector
• Very competitive salary and benefits package including car allowance and management bonus
• A commission scheme which pays up to 40%, will quarterly and annual bonuses. £0 threshold for your first 6 months, giving you the opportunity to earn commission straight away
• A clear, tangible and attainable path to multiple promotions
• The opportunity to be a part of a well established national business
• Industry-leading training, with automatic enrolment onto MDP1 (our Management Development Programme) from your first day
• High performance and high reward culture, with quarterly and annual high flyer events - trip to Barcelona this year!

We are looking to undertake interviews as soon as possible, please contact Luke Hobden - luke.hobden@search.co.uk is very happy to provide you with further information and discuss the position.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Assistant(Assistant Quantity Surveyor)to play a crucial role in supporting our commercial operations, particularly focusing on capital & lifecycle projects across our PFI estates.This role is perfect for individuals who are adept at balancing financial acumen with effective administrative skills and who have a keen interest in the property and construction sector, ensuring our commercial objectives are met with precision and efficiency.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting our experienced commercial team in providing accurate cost advice and assisting with the maintenance of our annual commercial plans as well as assistance with the financial aspects of our construction projects.

With regular time based from our Salford office it would be beneficial if you were located within the greater Manchester / Greater Liverpool or Cheshire areas or within a reasonable commute.

Due to the nature of the job and our clients’ requirements the role may involve travel to our clients’ sites across the UK, you will however be able to balance your week with home working and Sodexo’s flexible approach to work.

Although you’ll be working to challenging deadlines and juggling multiple priorities; you’ll be supported by a team of experienced professionals who work collaboratively, support each other’s development and who are passionate about what they do and how they do it.You’ll be involved in a variety of project enquiries working with different types of customers with no two jobs being the same!

You can have the confidence that you’ll be supported by your line manager and peers; with constructive input being provided in open forum to negate potential issues.You’ll join a team who deliver to the highest standards and exceptional service to our internal and external clients.

Interviews will be conducted virtually initially, followed by an in-person interview in Salford

What you’ll do:

• Capital and lifecycle project commercial management.
• Assist in managing and updating commercial lifecycle plans for Sodexo PFI estates.
• Maintain good client relations internal and external.
• Present and always provide professional service.
• Perform finance related administration tasks to support commercial operations.
• Record and maintain accurate data, contributing to the overall effectiveness of our commercial strategies

What you bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a good attention to detail
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Further education in Business, Building, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or similar field is an advantage.
• Ideally 1 to 2 years’ experience in construction / maintenance / FM environment or within a commercial role.
• Ability to keep focus on day-to-day performance whilst simultaneously pursuing longer-term opportunities.
• ⁠A willingness to learn and develop new skills

What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Performance Bonus
• Contributory pension scheme

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 11 October 2024

Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)

Interview Date: 24 October 2024

This role is subject to -

Qualification - Qualified with a BSc (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.

Registration - Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or working towards membership (e.g MRICS) or holds full membership of a relevant professional body.

Experience - Demonstrable Quantity Surveying experience in Highway/Construction related projects. Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

Driving Licence – The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive a vehicle adhering to council regulations.

The role holder will fulfil a commercial position within the service area and will be expected to manage and be responsible for the commercial elements of allocated construction projects, taking responsibility for end to end service delivery, often on large or complex projects.

The role requires commercial experience in a construction project environment, with an ability to support the delivery team by ensuring that all commercial requirements are fully defined and managed. The role focuses on the delivery of Essential maintenance contract's and frameworks managing external contractors who are undertaking maintenance programmes on our behalf, average annual budgets c£6m. A key aim is to ensure effective contract management across the supply chain delivering to budget, within defect response times, to quality standards as we keep the highway network moving to shape the city in line with the Greater Manchester Transport Strategy 2040 as we look to form effective partnerships for the coming years.
The role holder will be expected to:

• Provide support to the Project Managers by ensuring projects are delivered within budget and to the agreed standards.
• Carry out and conduct feasibility studies and the writing procurement reports.
• Apply Value Management techniques at the outset of a project.
• Carry out estimating and cost planning activities and take ownership of and presentation of project cost plans.
• Assist with the procurement process, under the direction of the Project Manager and Level 3 Quantity Surveyor, ensuring that all stages including pre-qualification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
• Prepare contract documentation consisting of activity schedules and or bills of quantities in accordance with industry methods of measurement, presentation of tender and contract documentation, attending interviews, carrying out full tender analysis and comparisons through to preparing the recommendation report
• Ensure that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are implemented and managed effectively.
• Ensure that cost checking and valuation work is governed and managed effectively in accordance with the Contract conditions, ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed
• Ensure the production of detailed and accurate monthly cost reports, grant claims submissions, where applicable.
• Undertake with the design team Value Engineering and Life cycle costing where required.
• Ensure projects are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time.
• Ensure strong relationships are developed with clients and other stakeholders.
• Have personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement.
• Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.

It is considered that you will have:

• Experience in service delivery from a capital programme perspective
• Proven experience of commercially managing projects in a construction related environment;
• An ability to deal with and resolve commercial and contractual issues and risks at project level;
• Experience in a client facing role
• Proven experience of building relationships
• An ability to take the lead with client interfaces and responsibility for team outputs where these are of a commercial nature;
• Communication and proven commercial management skills
• Proven experience of building relationships
• Communication and proven commercial management skills

What you can expect from us…

• A competitive salary of £39,186 to £43,421.
• Casual-user car allowance per-mile scheme for all business miles travelled.
• Car leasing scheme that offers a brand-new, competitively priced, electric or hybrid car to pay a monthly fixed cost straight out of your salary, pre-tax: no deposit requirement or credit checks, maintenance included, fully comprehensive insurance included.
• A generous annual leave entitlement of up to 31 days paid leave (plus bank holidays) after a qualifying period of local government service and the ability to purchase an additional 10 days leave for full time employees.
• A flexible approach to working arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, including a 35-hour working week, and flexitime scheme which permits accrued hours to be taken as additional “flexi-leave” days
• We will help you develop your career by providing development and support whatever your level of experience
• A host of health & wellbeing benefits – e.g., Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution into a defined benefit pension, with life cover and the option to build additional voluntary contributions via salary sacrifice arrangements

You’ll be able to show that you have significant knowledge and experience of undertaking a similar position within the industry, gained within either a Local Authority, Consultancy, or the Private sector. A relevant technical qualification in Civil Engineering or equivalent and/or appropriate experience of commercial management. You will be able to contribute to service delivery and manage your own workload without day-to-day supervision, across all types of projects, from small to complex commercial schemes whilst working with the Teams and the supply chain partners.

We’re the local government authority for Manchester, and have teams across the city helping to make this a great place to live for everyone. We’re proud to do local government differently, in a city with an international reputation for diversity, creativity, culture and passion.

When you join us, you’re joining a team of over 7,000 council staff helping to make our ambition for Manchester a reality. Whatever your role, you’ll be supporting our residents and communities to be the best they can be, and helping to build a Manchester that's fairer for everyone who lives, works, volunteers, studies or plays here.

To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be. Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.

Creating an inclusive team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. If you want to find out more about the role, our culture, flexible arrangements or any adjustments, please let us know by emailing jobs@manchester.gov.uk. If you are invited to interview we will ask you if you require any adjustments in order for you to best demonstrate your suitability for the role in the interview process.

If you would like to access the job details in another format, such as large print, audio or printed on a coloured paper, please email jobs@manchester.gov.uk or call 0161 227 3373.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Accessibility

As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide support for employees with physical or mental-health conditions, a disability or neurodiversity. Our workplaces are accessible by design, and we make workplace adjustments including providing aids, adaptations and equipment. These, combined with our flexible working policies such as disability-related leave, enable our employees to perform their role, thrive and be their authentic selves in work.

We’ve also included some useful tips on how to submit the best application.

When you join us

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

Other relevant information

Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment
Our Manchester Strategy/Behaviours.pdf
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Working hours: 35 hours per weekContract type: PermanentClosing date: 17 October 2024Interview method: in person This role is subject to:

• Educated to HNC/Degree level in law, finance, construction, project management, procurement, archaeology or other related subjects or equivalent competence in a related discipline.

The Capital Programme Division reports to the Deputy Chief Executive and is responsible for developing and delivering Major and Minor Capital Programmes across the City. The construction projects undertaken by the service are diverse and some of the current and previous projects that we have been involved in include both refurbishment and new build works to schools, universities, civic buildings, leisure facilities, heritage buildings, galleries, town centre regeneration and public realm works.

The Division is looking for an Assistant Framework Manager to work within the North West Construction Hub (NWCH) Team. The NWCH was formed in 2009 to improve efficiencies within the public sector construction industry across the North West Region. It has its own corporate branding and delivers through collaborative procurement public funded construction schemes and professional services commissions. The NWCH works with public sector organisations, professional services consultancies and private sector construction companies providing best value for Clients through the management of a number of construction and professional services frameworks.

The Assistant Framework Manager will report into one of the three Framework Managers but will be expected to work across the whole of the Team providing support as required to the Framework Lead as well as the Framework Managers.

The post holder will be primarily responsible for supporting the Framework Managers in advising internal and external Clients in achieving “value for money” and cost reductions through the development, introduction and management of procurement processes for the provisions of goods and services.

In addition, the post holder will be expected to contribute to promoting the NWCH through its website (northwestconstructionhub.org)and social media channels. There will be the opportunity to work at a national level through the development of effective relationships with the National Association of Construction Frameworks (NACF) sharing best practice.

There will be an expectation to take a proactive role in the ownership and leadership of Special Interest Groups typically driving the sustainability, carbon reduction and biodiversity agendas at a local and national level.

We require an enthusiastic individual with basic construction related knowledge to assist in the delivery of the core NWCH construction and procurement related services across a diverse and varied portfolio.

The successful candidate will be qualified to degree level or an equivalent qualification and experience. You must be a team player, passionate about procurement and construction, competent in analysing data, possess a good working knowledge of current construction issues, have a proactive approach to marketing and confident to represent the NWCH at a local and national level.

If you have the above experience and skills and would like to work in a dynamic and interesting environment, we would like to hear from you.

Please ensure your application addresses the Generic Skills and the Technical Requirement (Role Specific) sections outlined in the role profile.

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

We’re the local government authority for Manchester, and have teams across the city helping to make this a great place to live for everyone. We’re proud to do local government differently, in a city with an international reputation for diversity, creativity, culture and passion.

When you join us, you’re joining a team of over 7,000 council staff helping to make our ambition for Manchester a reality. Whatever your role, you’ll be supporting our residents and communities to be the best they can be, and helping to build a Manchester that's fairer for everyone who lives, works, volunteers, studies or plays here.

To make our ambition a reality, every person we recruit needs to play their its part. It takes a certain type of behaviour, attitude and way of working to get Manchester where it wants to be. Our people and partners have agreed five ‘behaviours’ – the grounding for how we must work together and treat one another:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

A career with us means you can be yourself, thrive, and build the career your talent and ambition deserve.

Creating an inclusive team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly encourage applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.

If you want to find out more about the role, our ways of working, flexible arrangements or any workplace adjustments, please let us know by emailing jobs@manchester.gov.uk. If you are invited to interview, we will ask you if you require any adjustments for you to best demonstrate your suitability for the role in the interview process.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Accessibility

As a Disability Confident Employer, we provide support for employees with physical or mental-health conditions, a disability or neurodiversity. Our workplaces are accessible by design, and we make workplace adjustments including providing aids, adaptations and equipment. These, combined with our flexible working policies such as disability-related leave, enable our employees to perform their role, thrive and be their authentic selves in work.

We’ve also included some useful tips on how to submit the best application.

What we will need from you if you’re successful

If you are successfully offered a position with us, the pre-employment checks you will be asked to undertake will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these may include:

• Passport/ID: You will be required to provide documentary proof of your right to work in the UK – please note that visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role
• References (Current and Previous employer)
• Qualification

When you join us

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

Other relevant information

Why work for us
Who we are - Manchester City Council
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Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk - Elephant and Castle, Central London

Are you detail-oriented and tech-savvy, ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Company Overview:
We are a dynamic and ambitious estate agency with a strong presence across London. Driven by technology and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional service to both landlords and tenants. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk.

Job Overview:
As a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk, you will be responsible for meticulously documenting and cataloguing the contents and condition of properties. Your role plays a crucial part in property management, facilitating smooth transitions between tenants, accurate billing, and ensuring accountability for property conditions. You will work closely with landlords, tenants, and property management teams to maintain accurate records and uphold professional standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Conducting thorough inspections of properties, including residential and commercial spaces, before and after occupancy
- Recording detailed descriptions of property contents, including furnishings, appliances, fixtures, and other relevant items
- Assessing the condition of items within the property, noting any damages, wear and tear, or defects
- Capturing clear and comprehensive photographic evidence of property conditions to support written records
- Preparing detailed inventory reports documenting all findings, including descriptions, conditions, and photographic evidence
- Coordinating property inspections with tenants, landlords, and property management teams, ensuring all parties are informed and involved
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventory databases, ensuring information is easily accessible and organised for reference
- Assisting in resolving disputes related to property conditions and inventories, providing factual documentation to support claims
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing property inventory procedures
- Identifying opportunities to improve inventory processes and streamline operations for increased efficiency and accuracy

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Attention to detail and ability to meticulously document property contents and conditions with high accuracy
- Strong organisational skills to manage inventory records, scheduling, and documentation effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with tenants, landlords, and property management teams
- Proficiency in photography to capture clear and detailed images of property conditions
- Problem-solving abilities to identify issues and resolve conflicts related to property inventories
- Comfort with using inventory management software and digital tools for data entry and record-keeping
- Dependability and punctuality, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering accurate results consistently

Work permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary between £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience
- Travel costs covered
- Opportunity to work in the vibrant Elephant and Castle area
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Regular working hours with five days per week, including Saturdays, with one weekday off
- The chance to be part of a respected and growing estate agency

Embarking on a career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk in the property sector offers a fulfilling and stable career path. You will have the opportunity to hone your organisational skills, interact with diverse clients, and contribute significantly to the smooth management of rental properties. This role is ideal for those who appreciate precision and enjoy being part of a dynamic industry.

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Your new company
An established, national building consultancy with over 70 people across 5 offices in the UK. In Manchester the team is split into building surveyors and quantity surveyors, now ready to grow the building surveying team. The office is based in South Manchester with easy access via public transport or driving in.
This consultancy works across residential, commercial, education and healthcare sector, though with 90% of their work in residential sector they are specialists in this area.

Your new role
This role is for a building surveyor with at least 3-5 years experience in design and contract administration, looking to take the next step in their career. You will be working alongside an established team of building surveyors where you will be able to learn and further progress your career. This consultancy can offer support with your APC and guide you through the process.
On daily basis you will be involved in delivering building surveys, contract administration, dilapidation and specification writing.


What you'll need to succeed
If you are a degree-qualified graduate building surveyor with a few years of experience working with a building consultancy and you're looking for the next step, I'd love to hear from you.You must be eligible to work in the UK and have a UK Driving Licence for this role.

What you'll get in return
In return, coupled with a salary of £30,000 - £40,000 DoE, you will work in a hybrid working environment with 2 days available to work from home. On offer there is also a bonus scheme, healthcare where you can claim back dental and optician costs, parking in the office and APC support.

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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Your new company
A South Manchester based building consultancy looking for a building surveyor, who is looking for the next step in their career. The team predominantly work on education sector projects which range from £200k roof replacement to £10 million newly built schools and colleges. They are looking to grow their commercial sector offering and as such this is a great opportunity to join at a time of significant growth. Based in a business park, parking here is free and based in a nice, modern office.

Your new role
In this role you will be involved at all stages of the project, from initial survey and inspection through to delivering contract administration, specification and design. You will support in training and developing graduate building surveyors and further team growth.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a chartered building surveyor or on the way to become chartered with confidence to work autonomously and mentor graduate building surveyors.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will be offered a generous salary package, free parking on site, chartership fees paid and CPD support. You will be given the opportunity to manage your own team and grow the business.

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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Your new company
This is a large family-owned property company that has over 100 properties across the UK. They have over 40 years of experience in the market working with a range of companies. With a portfolio of properties worth over £900 million, they are always looking to improve their services and strengthen their position in the market. With a healthy pipeline of work, work here is stable and secure.

Your new role
As a senior quantity surveyor you will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of estimates, budget setting, cost control, monthly cash flows and managing projects across the portfolio. As a senior QS you will also manage a team of two quantity surveyors and two apprentices whilst working alongside another senior quantity surveyor and reporting into the director of building consultancy.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be degree qualified quantity surveyor and be a member of a chartered body (i.e. MRICS). You will be able to work autonomously and have team management and mentoring expeirence.

What you'll get in return
In return, together with a competitive salary your benefits will include:

• 28 days holiday plus you get your Birthday off work - and if that's not enough you can also buy & sell holidays.
• 24 hours a year volunteer time - there are endless opportunities for you to get involved in supporting the causes that matter most to you
• Sabbatical of up to 12 months so you can take a career break after five years with the company
• Free Healthcare cash plan for all colleagues, so you can claim back medical expenses like optical, dentist & physiotherapy. Also, they offer free private healthcare cover on an opt-in basis too.
• Life assurance cover for all colleagues
• Up to 8% matched pension scheme
• Discounts & cashback at leading retailers
• Enhanced maternity - 26 weeks fully paid leave
• Interest-free loans to pursue your passions and apply for up to £2000 towards learning a new skill

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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Your new company
A large property investor in the Northwest is looking to grow their portfolio over the next 3 years to reach 4000 units. Currently, they look after 1700 properties across the UK. This is a great opportunity for someone to look after their own patch and potentially manage a junior in the next few months.

Your new role
You will look after a Northwest portfolio of properties. Your role will be to make sure the properties are cared for and maintained to a high standard. As part of this role, you will make sure that the standard is consistent across all properties.
This role will require you to get involved in planned and reactive maintenance, management and mobilisation of new schemes.

What you'll need to succeed
A relevant qualification and industry specific knowledge, especially within housing. This role will require you to drive to sites, therefore a full UK driving licence is required and access to a car.
On daily basis, you will be dealing with tenants, therefore great customer services and previous experience managing tenants is desired.


What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary with £6000 car allowance, 4% pension contribution and BUPA private healthcare. 25 days holiday plus birthday off. The team is based in Manchester. However, the company fully supports flexible working arrangement and you will only need to be in the office 1-2 days a week.

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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Your new company
A large firm of commercial property managers working across the North West. They work with a broad range of clients across retail, industrial, leisure, commercial office space and logistics industry. They offer a variety of services including landlord & tenant (L&T), surveying which you could be a part of.

Your new role
In this role you will liaise between tenants and landlords, delivering rent reviews, rent re-gears, sales, acquisitions and purchases. You will be based in the Manchester office looking after properties in Greater Manchester.

What you'll need to succeed
If you're a property enthusiast and you'd like to be part of inclusive and supportive team then click apply now.This role will require previous experience working as a property management position with a relevant degree in property or building surveying.

What you'll get in return
Coupled with a competitive salary you will receive generous annual leave allowance, flexible working arrangement and a city centre office location with easy access to public transport.

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.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk