Total 13 Construction / Property job vacancies in Kowloon Bay

Technical Surveyor needed in Colwyn Bay, £18.05ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1309238

To manage a team of technical and administrative staff. .

To provide a comprehensive specialist service to members of the public applying for assistance towards the cost of refurbishment and adaptations to their homes.

Provide a full design and management service from initial inception and survey, through a detailed design process, tendering procedure and onsite supervision through to completion of the agreed works.

This is a full time role on a temporary 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.

• Understand the current Accumulation Management Process
• Learn to generate exposures from vendor model databases
• Assist the Cat team during renewals to fill PML Aggregates
• Suggest improvements and automate the process

Core Skills

• Python/ R/ SQL programming is a must
• Eager to Learn
• Self-Starter

Background

• Computer Science or Science related major
• English and Chinese speaking

About Peak Reinsurance Company Limited

Peak Reinsurance Company Limited (“Peak Re” or the “Company”) is a Hong Kong-based global reinsurance company. Since commencing its operations in 2012, the Company has grown steadily to rank 27th among global reinsurance groups in terms of net reinsurance premiums written. The Company reported a net profit after tax of USD160 million against reinsurance revenue of USD750 million in the first half of 2023 (six months ended 30 June 2023). With a total equity of USD1,260 million as of 30 June 2023, Peak Re enjoys an “A-” rating by AM Best. Peak Re is authorised by the Insurance Authority of Hong Kong under the Insurance Ordinance (Cap. 41). The Company offers both Property & Casualty (“P&C”) and Life & Health (“L&H”) reinsurance. It strives to provide clients around the globe with innovative and tailored reinsurance, risk management and capital management solutions. Fosun International Limited (00656.HK) and Prudential Financial, Inc. hold approximately 87% and 13% of Peak Re via Peak Reinsurance Holdings Limited, respectively.

For more information please visit our website: www.peak-re.com

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Manager, Real Estate Credit Risk, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of real estate credits made up of commercial mortgages, interim construction, and large corporate real estate financings located across Canada. You will adjudicate credit applications within delegated lending authority and ensure that line lending officers exercise sound credit practices through periodic consultation and visits. You will also be required to liaise closely with CIBC business officers and other risk managers in managing credit risk transactions. This is also a great opportunity for a Relationship Manager to develop their career.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Assess credit applications - Review the actual and proforma cash flow of real estate assets and financial history of sponsors to assess exposure to the Bank from a risk/return perspective. You’ll also approve or decline credit applications within your designated portfolio and work with the Senior Director, Vice President and more where applications exceed your delegated limits.

• Monitor risk - Provide ongoing assessment of the portfolio, including the timely review of risk ratings, as well as the monitoring of action plans for high risk/watch list accounts and accounts that could potentially be added to the high risk/watch list accounts list.

• Establish action plans and prepare recommendations - Describe corrective measures to be implemented to address credit related issues, as well as develop corrective measures to address credit related issues and monitor the effectiveness of such measures. You’ll partner with Risk Management colleagues and front-line relationship management teams on credit risk management matters and assist the relationship managers and market leaders to recommend the best approach to fulfil their credit risk mandate.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience. In front line real estate account relationship management, credit risk management, and/or adjudication experience within the banking/financial sector. Knowledge of lending products, policies and guidelines; local and national market knowledge and legislative and regulatory requirements. Proficiency in analyzing financial statements is an asset.

• You have a degree. In Business, Management, and/or related field. MBA, CA, CFA or similar are viewed as an asset.

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.

• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise.

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.

• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

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We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

**NOTE: This position is a 16-month temporary opportunity.**

What you’ll be doing

This role will support the coordination and management for both ongoing vendor governance activities and support the Real Estate Service Model Transformation Program. The team is responsible for governance and relationship management of our third-party supplier Brookfield Global Integrated Solutions (BGIS) and includes support for all domain areas of the BGIS agreement: Facilities Management, Lease Administration, Construction Project Management, Professional Services and Finance.   This role, reporting to the Director, Real Estate Program Management, will require adaptability, willingness to learn, and the ability to understand strategy and how this translates into day-to-day operations and program / project execution. 

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role.  You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you’ll succeed

• Program Support - Assist in coordinating and supporting the Enterprise Real Estate Service Model Transformation Program.
• Supplier Governance - Support ongoing assessment of supplier and sub-contractor relationships and operational effectiveness.
• Multi-Sourcing Governance - Assist in managing multiple governance workstream stream meetings with various internal stakeholders and key suppliers. Ensuring 3rd party vendor manager maintains minutes when necessary, ensure timelines are adhered to, and dashboards are updated.
• Service Performance Management - Assist in analyzing service delivery models in the various contracts to ensure KPI & SLA are adhered to. Making recommendations on behavioral trends with suppliers who deliver services to CIBC.
• Financial Management - Assist in reviewing vendor spend, tracking, and adherence to payment terms of contracts. 
• Administration - Ensuring Minutes are managed and maintained, Supplier Governance Share points are compliance ready, assist in booking meeting rooms and working with team(s) schedules.
• Assist Supplier Governance extended teams such as Facilities Management, Construction Project Management, Leasing etc. on their compliance & administrative activities. 
• Managing the delivery of 3rd party Procurement Plan.
• Subject Matter Expert on compliance related activities such as user access testing, BCP Plans, KPI reviews of subcontractors.

Who you are

• You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.
• You embrace and advocate for change. You continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• You embrace and advocate for change. You continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

*Subject to program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit

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We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll join a team that goes above and beyond for their clients. The Estate Planning Assistant is accountable for supporting Head Office and Estate Planning Specialists in all areas of administration, sales and marketing. Key Accountabilities include obtaining insurance quotes, ongoing client service and supporting other projects as assigned.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How You’ll Succeed

• Administration – Review all life insurance applications, change forms or other documents for completeness and accuracy. Forward original life insurance applications and related documentation to the insurance company. Organize & request any underwriting requirements requested by the underwriter. Maintain accurate and complete client files.

• Client Service – Distribute client anniversary statements and notifications to the appropriate Investment Advisor on a timely basis. Follow-up with the Investment Advisors to ensure timely service and reviews are provided to the client when policy anniversary statement and lapse/late payment offer notifications are generated. Respond to client enquiries or direct to the appropriate staff member  must be insurance licensed in order to discuss any insurance related items with clients.

• Sales & Marketing – Prepare insurance illustrations using software provided by each life insurance company. Obtain “special” or “inforce” insurance illustrations from the insurance carriers as requested. Plan and organize seminars, lunch and learns, workshops and product launches for clients.

Who You Are

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it's the right thing to do.

• You have proven experience in customer service and sales.

• You have a degree/diploma in Business; It’s an asset if you have License Qualification Program ( LLQP) certification and The Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

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My client is a tier 1 main contractor and they are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their existing commercial team.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Location: Herne Bay

Job Purpose

The person in this role will provide appropriate, considered commercial advice and support that enables the successful delivery of the Work Packages. This is to include ensuring the right procurement routes are determined at the outset and that commercial contractual rights and obligations are discharged properly and in line with agreed risk strategies.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

The post holder will work with and report to a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Duties

• Comply with environmental instructions and to identify potential risks to the environment, or areas where environmental impact can be reduced.
• To identify and manage risks, particularly those which affect safety, and to ensure that all tasks under your control are performed with the utmost regard for health and safety. To facilitate effective communication on risk and safety issues at all times
• In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the jobholder is required to perform other duties assigned by the Head of Department from time to time. Such duties will, however, be reasonable in relation to the jobholder's skills, abilities and status.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Educated to A-level or higher.
• Minimum of 1 years experience in Quantity Surveying or Built Asset Procurement
• Knowledge and experience of civil engineering or building, projects.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working within a project management environment
• High level of expertise in Microsoft Office applications - in particular Excel and Word.

If you are interested in this position please get in touch with Aaron Milliam

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.