Total 249 job vacancies by Daniel Owen Ltd

Job title: Senior Estimator

Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 (DOE) + Car Allowance

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

We are on the lookout for a Senior Estimator to come and join the Refurbishment Team. We are looking for candidates that have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships and frameworks. The ideal candidate will already be managing individual tenders up to the value of £10m.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the contractors HSE&Q standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are adhered to at all times.


• Manage the coordination and preparation of tender documentation.


• Develop awareness of clients' processes and procedures for bid evaluation.


• Effectively plan tender documentation and pricing information.


• Prepare tenders from architect's drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, pre-priced schedule of rates supplied by the client.


• Understand business development and the bidding market place including competitor environment and market forces (regional variation).


• Attend meetings and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans and provide insight into the details of the tender.


• Manage tender process to seek and establish project prices from sub-contractors.


• Evaluate, engage and negotiate on price documents, assess for accuracy and confirm best value on price and service quality.

Qualifications:

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent.


• Minimum 5 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable.


• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages.


• Good data interrogation skills


• Organisation and project management skills, able to prioritise.


• Working knowledge of marketing and economic factors.


• Sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials.


• Good legal/contractual knowledge


• Valid driving licence

Job title: Quantity Surveyor (Planned/SHDF Works)

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Car package

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required.

Responsibilities:

As Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will be a vital member of the team, and will work with your colleagues and the client to:

• Support project delivery whilst achieving target margins


• Ensure all necessary contractual processes have been observed, notices issued, records kept and documents stored


• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, consultants, subcontractors and your colleagues across the Property Services pillar


• Prepare and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts including all necessary measurement


• Make sure any agreement of variations with the supply chain is documented and recorded

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment


• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)


• Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts.


• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records


• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.


• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals


• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.


• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Repairs Supervisor
Hampshire
£40,000 - £43,000 (DOE) + Van and fuel card
Repairs and Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known social housing contractor based in the Hampshire area who are looking for a highly skilled Repairs Supervisor to join their team.

They are looking for an experienced Supervisor who is experienced in overseeing reactive and cyclical planned repairs.

• To ensure appropriate commercial controls are in place and adhered to
• Control the commercial aspects of the supply chain gearing maximum leverage and work seamlessly within the business
• Responsible for overseeing some members of the team
• Firm Understanding of Schedule of Rates for Building Works.
• Previous experience working in the social housing/local authority sector
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Proven track record for being Reliable and punctual
• Must hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Key Knowledge:

• Social Housing, Building Contractor and local authority industry knowledge
• SMSTS Certificate
• A trade qualification is desirable
• IT and Excel Literate

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Repairs Contract Manager
North West London
£50K - £55K
Repairs & Building Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a social housing company in North West London area who are looking for a Repairs Contract Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.

They are looking for an experienced Repairs Contract Manager to manage a large team of operatives covering contracts involving responsive repairs, cyclical and housing repairs.

Duties:

• Management of the contract ensuring that all operatives are working efficiently and
  productively
• Ensuring that suppliers/subcontractor works are carried out in accordance with the work
  sheets given and in a timely manner meeting all contract KPI targets
• Liaising with the customers and dealing with any queries or issues which may arise
• Ensuring works are completed on time and to a high-quality standard
• Ensure all client's expectations are achieved
• Must have responsive repairs manager experience within social housing, local authority or contractor background.
• Ensure that paperwork and reports are fully completed and submitted in-line with the Company
  procedure
• Experience managing projects where day to day and cyclical repairs are at the forefront of the work.
• Experience managing a team of operatives (toolbox talks, performance reviews etc)
• Driving from site to site as part of the daily duties. (Working from home for the time being)
• Be jointly responsible for ensuring the workplace is tidy and safe
• To complete time sheets and work sheets and reports as required
• Attend inspections where necessary

Key Knowledge:

• Maintenance / construction industry knowledge
• Social housing/Local authority background
• Using SOR codes
• IT Literate

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Repairs Supervisor
London areas
£40,000 - £43,000 (DOE) + Van and fuel card
Repairs and Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known social housing contractor based in the London area who are looking for a highly skilled Repairs Supervisor to join their team.

They are looking for an experienced Supervisor who is experienced in overseeing reactive and cyclical repairs.

• To ensure appropriate commercial controls are in place and adhered to
• Control the commercial aspects of the supply chain gearing maximum leverage and work seamlessly within the business
• Responsible for overseeing some members of the team
• Firm Understanding of Schedule of Rates for Building Works.
• Previous experience working in the social housing/local authority sector
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Proven track record for being Reliable and punctual
• Must hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Key Knowledge:

• Social Housing, Building Contractor and local authority industry knowledge
• SMSTS Certificate required
• A trade qualification is desirable
• IT and Excel Literate

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician - Repairs Team

Location: Reading, Newbury, Oxford, Basingstoke.

Position: Full-Time, Temp - Perm
We are looking for a skilled Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician with a background in plumbing and general maintenance to join our clients dedicated repairs team. You'll be working across occupied residential properties in Reading, Newbury, Oxford, and Basingstoke, carrying out high-quality repairs and ensuring homes are maintained to a safe and comfortable standard. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who are comfortable managing their own workload, working independently, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plumbing Repairs & Maintenance: Carry out a range of plumbing tasks, including fixing leaks, unblocking drains, repairing and replacing taps, showers, toilets, and pipes.
• Multi-Trade Skills: Ability to perform basic carpentry, tiling, patch plastering, and floor laying to restore properties to a liveable standard.
• Job Management: Use job tickets or handheld devices to manage daily tasks, ensuring all work is logged accurately.
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional service, ensuring minimal disruption while working in tenants' homes, always with a professional and friendly approach.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety policies and ensure work is carried out in line with relevant standards and regulations.
• Autonomy: Manage your own day and workload effectively, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Plumbing Experience: Must have a strong background in plumbing.
• Multi-Trade Ability: Experience in basic carpentry, tiling, patch plastering, and floor laying (does not have to be all).
• Self-Management: Able to effectively manage your own schedule and workload, with a strong focus on delivering quality and meeting deadlines.
• Full UK Driving License: Required as van and fuel card is provided.

If you are an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician we'd love to hear from you.

Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician - Repairs Team

Location: Reading, Newbury, Oxford, Basingstoke

Position: Full-Time, Temp - Perm
We are looking for a skilled Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician with a background in plumbing and general maintenance to join our clients dedicated repairs team. You'll be working across occupied residential properties in Reading, Newbury, Oxford, and Basingstoke, carrying out high-quality repairs and ensuring homes are maintained to a safe and comfortable standard. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who are comfortable managing their own workload, working independently, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plumbing Repairs & Maintenance: Carry out a range of plumbing tasks, including fixing leaks, unblocking drains, repairing and replacing taps, showers, toilets, and pipes.
• Multi-Trade Skills: Ability to perform basic carpentry, tiling, patch plastering, and floor laying to restore properties to a liveable standard.
• Job Management: Use job tickets or handheld devices to manage daily tasks, ensuring all work is logged accurately.
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional service, ensuring minimal disruption while working in tenants' homes, always with a professional and friendly approach.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety policies and ensure work is carried out in line with relevant standards and regulations.
• Autonomy: Manage your own day and workload effectively, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Plumbing Experience: Must have a strong background in plumbing.
• Multi-Trade Ability: Experience in basic carpentry, tiling, patch plastering, and floor laying (does not have to be all).
• Self-Management: Able to effectively manage your own schedule and workload, with a strong focus on delivering quality and meeting deadlines.
• Full UK Driving License: Required as van and fuel card is provided.

If you are an experienced Plumber / Multi-Trade Technician we'd love to hear from you.

Our client is looking for an experienced skilled labourer to join a project in Crook.

Will be doing skilled labouring on a new build home site.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with general labouring work
• Painting, Patching, Siliconing
• Ad hoc assisting of work on site
• General tidy up of plots

Requirements for the Role:

• a valid CSCS card
• Own PPE - high viz vest, safety glasses, hard hat and steel capped boots

If interested in the position please apply or contact 07752790754 for more information

Our client is looking for an experienced Handyman/finisher to join a project in Stockton.

Responsibilities Include:

• Painting, Patching, Siliconing
• finihsing plots ready for CML
• Ad hoc assisting of work on site
• General tidy up of plots

Requirements for the Role:

• a valid CSCS card
• Own PPE - high viz vest, safety glasses, hard hat and steel capped boots

If interested in the position please apply or contact 07752790754 for more information

Labourer required for a large nationwide house builder.
Our client is looking for an experienced labourer to join a project in Sunderland.
The contract is 2 weeks.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting with general labouring work
• Ad hoc assisting of work on site

Requirements for the Role:

• Valid CSCS card
• Own PPE - high vis vest, hard hat and steel capped boots

If interested in the position please contact 07752 790754

Recruitment Consultant - Bristol

£28k-£40k per annum (DOE) OTE £60K-£80K first year, set to increase after one year of billing

Daniel Owen is looking for a recruitment consultant to join the team in our office based in Bristol. Experience is preferred but not essential for this role.

As our trades and labour team soars to new heights, we are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our team in Bristol as a Recruitment Consultant. With this desk having a list of live vacancies across the Bristol area, this division will be our key growth point as we head into the new year. You'll inherit a warm desk ready for you to nurture and expand as well as embark on a clear path to leadership with aspirations to manage your own team in the future.

Duties of a Recruitment Consultant include but are not limited to:

• Identify and develop existing client relationships, not only over the phone but face to face
• Sourcing skilled individuals that have the correct qualifications and experience
• Managing the full 360 recruitment process from interview through to offer stage
• Providing a top tier service to ensure repeat business and recommendations

The ideal Recruitment Consultant:

• Proven recruitment/resourcer or sales professional or someone who has worked towards deadlines or in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Has a can do attitude and willing to go the extra mile
• Ability to make decisions and use their own initiative

What Daniel Owen offer a Recruitment Consultant:

• Holiday buy and sell back scheme
• Day off for your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private health care
• Life assurance policy
• Quarterly lunch incentives
• Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal
• One to one and group training provided
• Fast track your career progression
• Company funded recruitment qualifications
• Apprenticeship programme
• Affiliated financial advisors for assistance on pensions, mortgages, loans and other financial products

If you could see yourself growing and developing within our team, please apply directly or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential chat.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Kent
£65,00 - £70,000 + package
Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

The Role:

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following;

• Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyor's
• Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors
• Set up job files and all necessary records
• Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts
• In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment
• Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries
• Assess and cost variations to contract
• Update and maintain records
• Assist with contract valuations
• Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience of managing QS's
• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment
• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)
• Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts.
• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records
• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Retrofit Technical Manager
£60,000 - £75,000 + Package
London/Kent
Property Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Housing Contractor in the Kent area who are looking for a brand new Retrofit Technical Manager to join their team covering their retrofit works nationwide. There are various offices in London and the Midlands that you can be based from.

They are looking for an experienced Retrofit Technical Manager who has previous experience working on Social Housing Major Retrofit Works.

Duties:

• Provision of technical advice and support on low carbon and energy efficiency services to internal and external clients
• Collaboration across the teams in the business, implement innovative projects and build a strong network within the decarbonisation / energy efficiency sector
• Maintaining up to date knowledge with regulatory, political, economic and social sustainability challenges that are faced by our industry, in particular the changing landscape in relation to government targets and funding opportunities.
• Manage / oversee the technical works delivered by the Decarbonisation Team
• Responsibility for overseeing the successful delivery of technical services by the Decarbonisation Team.
• Make decisions on specific projects / activities to ensure successful completion.
• Develop and implement relevant programmes to ensure projects / activities are completed on time.
• Day to day supervision of members of the Decarbonisation Team and the delivery of their activities.
• Regular reporting to the Business Improvement & Decarbonisation on the performance of a specific project / activity.
• Assist the Business Improvement & Decarbonisation Director in the formulation of team strategies and new services.
• Make recommendations and implement agreed changes to work practices in particular the Decarbonisation Team technical services.

Key Knowledge:

• Hold or working towards Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management
• Hold or working towards Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment
• Previous social housing experience desirable.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Job title: Estimator

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Car package

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

We are on the lookout for an Estimator to come and join the Refurbishment Team. We are looking for candidates that have experience of working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships and frameworks. The ideal candidate will already be managing individual tenders up to the value of £10m.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the contractors HSE&Q standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are adhered to at all times.


• Manage the coordination and preparation of tender documentation.


• Develop awareness of clients' processes and procedures for bid evaluation.


• Effectively plan tender documentation and pricing information.


• Prepare tenders from architect's drawings, specifications, bill of quantities, pre-priced schedule of rates supplied by the client.


• Understand business development and the bidding market place including competitor environment and market forces (regional variation).


• Attend meetings such and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans and provide insight into the details of the tender.


• Manage tender process to seek and establish project prices from sub-contractors.


• Evaluate, engage and negotiate on price documents, assess for accuracy and confirm best value on price and service quality.

Qualifications:

• Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent.


• Minimum 3 years Quantity Surveyor or Estimator experience is desirable.


• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and keen to extend knowledge on software packages.


• Good data interrogation skills


• Organisation and project management skills, able to prioritise.


• Working knowledge of marketing and economic factors.


• Sound knowledge of building construction/maintenance techniques and materials.


• Good legal/contractual knowledge


• Valid driving licence

Job title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + Car allowance

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required.

Responsibilities:

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will be a vital member of the team, and will work with your colleagues and the client to:

• Support project delivery whilst achieving target margins


• Ensure all necessary contractual processes have been observed, notices issued, records kept and documents stored


• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, consultants, subcontractors and your colleagues across the Property Services pillar


• Prepare and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts including all necessary measurement


• Make sure any agreement of variations with the supply chain is documented and recorded

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment


• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)


• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records


• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.


• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals


• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.


• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.