Total 116 Construction / Property job vacancies in D16 Upper East Coast, Bedok, Eastwood, Kew Drive

A leading legal practice in Newcastle has a wonderful opportunity for an outstanding property litigation solicitor. My client is looking for a solicitor who is at least 4 years qualified with direct property litigation experience, although depending on the particular specific experience that a candidate can bring to the role, my client may consider those who are slightly outside that level of experience.

Candidates applying for the role can expect to be involved in a wide-ranging disputes role dealing with both commercial and residential property matters. Specifically, the successful candidate will be involved in work concerning, amongst other things, assured/assured shorthold/regulated tenancies; 1954 Act lease renewals; dilapidations; possessions; telecommunications; trespass issues and agricultural issues.

My client is consistently recognised as having one of the best working cultures and is always acknowledged for the opportunities provided to both existing and new colleagues. Hybrid working is in operation with my client's policy being 2-3 days a week in the office with the remainder being working from home. There are also plenty of opportunities for people to get involved in extracurricular activities, including various sporting and charity-based initiatives.

This vacancy is only suitable for candidates who are qualified lawyers within the England and Wales jurisdiction.

For further information about this role, please contact Samuel Higgins at Hays Legal (0113 200 3717 / ).

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Damp and mould surveyor needed Ref 5258776

The role will cover Wiltshire and Hampshire, so candidates will need to be suitably based for this.

They will be used to completing property inspections and that is the crux of this role. The main focus of this role is to complete damp and mould and disrepair surveys, identifying building defects, and completing any further investigations to accurately diagnose and rectify any faults including damp remediation.

This will involve specifying works for our DLO as well as managing contractors to ensure all works are completed to a high standard and in good time.

They will need to produce high quality condition reports of each property that our solicitors can rely on in court and be willing to appear in court as a witness if required.

This role will also involve supporting our team of Response Surveyors by completing comprehensive damp investigations in problematic properties, providing advice and training to other members of the team and handling complaints.

An expertise in building pathology and experience in damp investigations will be a big asset in this role as would excellent customer care skills to help us manage these difficult cases.

They won’t be alone; they’ll be working with two other Disrepair Surveyors in Aster and between them will complete surveys across the group. We are looking to base this role in Hampshire/Wiltshire, however there may be a requirement to travel further into our operating regions which include, Dorset, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

The ideal candidate will have -

Qualifications & experience - they will have a relevant technical (HNC or higher) qualification in Building, Surveying, damp remedial works or similar technical field or will be able to demonstrate 6 years plus of experience within this sector. Strong working knowledge of Disrepair legislation, the Landlord Tenancy act 1985, Homes for Habitation and HHSRS assessments.

Skills & Abilities - A strength will be time management and they will be experienced in working to deadlines, whilst maintaining performance and budget targets. A confident user of IT, particularly MS Word and be comfortable with producing written reports and floor plans.

Communication – A confident communicator, being able to relay complex information to contractors and customers alike with the ability to change needs to meet the audience. Comfortable communicating verbally and in writing.

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

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1. Assist Contracts team in tender administration

2. Assist in preparing contract summary, budget, claims and variation orders

3. Assist to ensure that project contracts are completed and filed on time

4. Assist in taking of Bill of Quantity and costings, sourcing of suppliers

Required skills/knowledge

1. Familiar with Microsoft Office (Excel, Words, PowerPoint, etc.)

2. Basic Electrical Engineering Technical Knowledge is a bonus

3. Able to do Material/Labour costing and allocation, and basic Financial and Cost budgeting/allocation and understands basic standard conditions of contract

4. Familiar with basic AutoCad

5. Good English proficiency

6. Proactive and able to meet deadline

7. Team player

• Manage accounts payable and receivables
• Extract data and provide analysis for management using relevant accounting information systems or software
• Implement policies and procedures with emphasis on internal controls to prevent possible fraud and errors.
• Provide accurate and timely tax and financial reports to the relevant authorities.
• Respond to internal and external auditors on audit data, variances and audit findings.
• Maintain contact lists
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms
• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
• Develop and maintain a filing system
• Order office supplies
• Submit and reconcile expense reports
• Develop administrative staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities
• Generate reports
• Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, evaluating new equipment and techniques
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, etc.
• Organize travel arrangements for senior managers
• Develop and update administrative systems to make them more efficient
• Adhoc Duties

About the Role:

• Lead a team of property officers and work closely with the Member of Parliament and grassroots leaders in the management of the common areas of the public housing estates.
• Manage the team in achieving key performance indicators as required in property management and compliance to relevant government regulations.
• Work closely with the various grassroots organizations and government agencies on projects to enhance the living environment.
• Plan and implement the Town Councils’ improvement programmes and exercise prudent budgetary control.
• Engage, manage residents’ feedback and to carry out random call back service to residents when the feedback is resolved.
• Assist the PR Team and grassroot leaders to organize grassroot activities.
• Attend MP’s house visits, grassroots and project meetings after office hours when required.
• Attend to urgent cases referred, grassroots leaders and EMSU.
• Do cross audit of estate inspections, arrears visitations and special duties when assigned.
• To be Secretary of assigned subcommittee and follow up on the various projects and as and when special duties assigned.
• Assist General Manager in managing the Town Council and complying with Town Council’s governance and achievements.
• Perform any related duties as required and directed.
• Take accountability and ownership of Workplace Safety & Health (WSH) standards and outcomes in building up a Safety Culture.

About You:

• Proven track record as a PO or SPO in township management.
• Demonstrate positive service attitude and good track record of serving residents and grassroots organizations. Compliments received by residents or GRLs will be an advantage.
• Able to communicate and connect well with external stakeholders and internal customers.
• Demonstrate good teamwork and willing to assist new colleagues.
• Diploma in Building, Building Maintenance/ Management, Facilities Management, or other approved qualifications preferred but not mandatory.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status.

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

Description and Responsibilities:

• Analyze completed projects to determine ROI and compare cost
• Document progress claims, materials, and reports on project
• Estimate the quantity and costs of materials
• Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
• Preparation and submission of tender as well as variation order (VO) documents if any
• Regular and up-to date claims submissions and follow-up
• Any Ad-hoc duties required

Requirements:

• Good working attitude, self-motivated and able to work independently
• Good communication skills
• Experience in civil engineering/ infrastructure projects will be a plus
• Candidate must possess at least a Diploma/Advanced / Higher / Graduate Diploma in Quantity Surveyor or equivalent
• Require skill(s): MS Office and AutoCad
• 5 days work per week