Total 46 Construction / Property job vacancies in Berkshire, RG13

An exciting opportunity has come up to work on a commercial project in Maidenhead. Our client is a tier 1 business, looking for a SQS to progress and grow within the business.

The redevelopment will transform the 112,000 sq ft former office to a Cat A standard and includes a two-storey extension to create a further 21,500 sq ft to the existing building. £40 million Legal & General office redevelopment, sitting on a prominent 1.4-acre site next to the train station.

This project prioritises retain and reuse principles over a full demolition and new-build approach with a full strip out of the existing four-storey building to create a smarter sustainable office.

Our Client is looking to pay up to £75,000 + Benefits for this role. If you are interested in more information, please contact Olivia Timon on 07973 661 878 to answer any questions and discuss next steps.

Surveyor
Permanent £45k
Bracknell

Responsibilities

• Inspect and assess any repair requests and defects where an immediate repair may not be appropriate, and technical advice is required to identify and advise on appropriate solutions.
• Investigate technical defects or cases of disrepair as required, to include inspection of the property and provide written Housing Conditions reports as appropriate.
• Provide full technical support to legal department in respect of disrepair or legal claims received.
• Provide technical maintenance advice to support business decisions, including liaising with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors or consultants.
• Obtain quotations (when required) for repairs and/or specialist works from sub-contractors keeping aligned to client's Financial regulations.
• Technical approval of Disabled Facility Grant applications and the associated works, including progress and post inspection of site and completed works.
• Technical assistance with customer permissions and retrospective permissions requests.
• Where required support the property care team with surveying requirements to support the delivery of the internal and external planned maintenance programme.
• Carry out property inspections to assess component replacement dates and advice regarding inclusion of works within Planned Maintenance Programmes.
• Demonstrate excellent standards of customer care, when dealing with all customer queries, requests or complaints and to use an empathic, pragmatic and efficient approach to reach a solution in line with client policies, procedures and values.
• Follow our 'one team' approach, working across all directorates and areas to ensure the sharing of knowledge and expertise in support of developing improvements and changes.
• Ensure a high level of written and oral communication is maintained and produced to ensure data quality and information systems are kept to the highest standards.
• Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the position

Skills

• Effective interpersonal skills, including teamwork, networking and negotiation skills with the ability to positively motivate all stakeholders, whilst building trusted relationships
• A motivated and enthusiastic individual, who can work under pressure and prioritise workloads to deliver an outstanding service to the partnered departments
• Possess a commercially astute approach with a focus on obtaining value for money.
• Experience in building maintenance or building surveying
• Relevant degree or HND/HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification.
• Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (advantageous)
• Good understanding of the usual Microsoft Office software as well as an appreciation of the opportunities presented by software designed specifically for maintenance management.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to travel in a timely and efficient manner to attend meetings in locations not easily accessed by public transport

If interested in the role, please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk

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Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Reports To: Managing Quantity Surveyor
Project/Office Location: Reading

A new opportunity to work on a school project in Reading with our tier 1 client. Responsible for all financial aspects of the project working closely with the Project Team to control all commercial contractual matters. Deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen.

Must be a passionate SQS, able to travel to site and to the regional office in Reading 5 days a week with the ability to build and manage relationships with clients/consultants and suppliers which will raise profile of the division and lead to new opportunities. If you have strong communication and management skills with background on working on school projects I would love to hear from you.

If you are interested in more information, please contact Olivia Timon on 07973 661 878 to answer any questions and discuss next steps.

Brilliant and exciting new opportunity for a Senior Quantity surveyor based in Reading.

Our client a high-end successful company are looking for a senior surveyor to join their team to lead their projects with a surveyor working under them. For this role ideally they are after someone who can take control of situations and is a good communicator with their colleagues.

As under NDA project details cannot be disclosed. The main work scheme will be Residential projects, Fit out projects and RC frame. Our client has significant experience of using innovation to deliver complex projects across a range of industries, including in education, residential, commercial, healthcare, justice and emergency services and they pride themselves on maximise value for customers and efficiently deliver high performance buildings that enhance and provide a positive impact to enhance the places and communities around them. For this ole our client I looking to pay a competitive day rate with guaranteed 12 months contract of work.

If this role seems suitable for you and you feel that you can make a positive impact on the business please get in contact with Fawkes and Reece and if you would like to apply, please follow the link to upload your full CV.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to Reading, Portsmouth, or Poole.

Salary: up to £63,643 depending on skills and experience + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The Real Time Systems Design and delivery (RTSD) Engineer, reporting to the lead RTSD Engineer, will play a pivotal role in interpreting business and customer requirements to turn them into technical solutions and deliverables whilst ensuring that all policies and standards are met.

• Management of multiple concurrent projects of various dimensions will be an integral part of this role and therefore stakeholder collaboration at all levels, priority and time management are essential aspects of this role .
• Solutions may range from a single secondary distribution control system to a more complex multi-site data acquisition, monitoring and control systems that includes provision of end-to-end connectivity from the plant to the Control Room SCADA, over wide area networks via optical, copper, or wireless technologies.
• You will play a vital role in design assurance and technical project management along with undertaking other allocated tasks of the technical services department.

We have an established process for design and delivery, however, there will be opportunities to develop and produce new processes, procedures, and solutions. The ongoing technology and delivery strategy is a team effort, and this role will be expected to strongly contribute.

Your Skills and Experience

To be an effective member of this diverse and multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will:

• Hold a degree, (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field, such as Computing, Science, Electronics or Engineering. Due to the technical nature of the role, previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Be capable of taking ownership for technical design and delivery of substation automation, telecommunication, and related services from inception to completion, adhering to the process, policies, and standards.
• Have hands-on experience in configuring RTUs, IEDs, networking devices, media converters etc. and will demonstrate competency in most common Serial/TCP based electrical utility SCADA protocols. Familiarity with telecoms and telemetry systems will be an added advantage.
• Be required to manage multiple projects and resources across several sites therefore the ability to adapt with changing workload and business priorities is essential. You will also have to be self-disciplined with excellent organisational skills, capable of working on your own initiative and to deadlines within high pressure environments.

Further to the technical requirements, you will be safety focussed with excellent written and verbal communication skills; you should be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external.

The role will be office based, however the role will require regular travel to substations, sites, supplier locations and other SSE offices as required so a full driving license is essential.

About the business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger - an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stacey on 01738 342529.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

Base Location: Reading

Salary: circa £37,500 + performance related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Paralegal/Lawyer with a passion for property law? As a key member of our legal team, you will play a crucial role in supporting our team with the delivery of property consents and agreements. Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing, reviewing and negotiating property contracts, transfers, leases and easements to ensure that the property requirements of the businesses are satisfied.

- Ensuring all post completion activities including registration and stamp duty land tax forms are fully completed and registered with the appropriate authorities.

- Managing the financial and document management aspects of property transactions.

- Delivering the legal work, understanding when additional input is required from Solicitor or Line Manager.

- Assisting Solicitors and Line Manager in the delivery of the Business Units strategic projects along with attending internal and external meetings in relation to the legal work.

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Experience and expertise in conducting a large volume of property transactions.

- A methodical and organised approach to work.

- An enthusiastic and self motivated approach, and able to work well in a team.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Excellent Microsoft O365 skills

Our in-house SSE Legal function operates across the SSE Group to ensure business actions and behaviours are aligned to business priorities, are legally sound, and reinforce a culture of integrity, quality, responsibility and ethical behaviour. We identify and rationalise legal risk, providing advice on both regulatory and statutory obligations, all whilst helping the business to achieve their strategic goals.

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement (inclusive of Bank Holidays). Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Louise on 01738 351671.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

Brilliant and exciting new opportunity for a Senior Quantity surveyor based in slough.

Our client a high-end successful company are looking for a senior surveyor to join their team to lead their projects with a surveyor working under them. For this role ideally they are after someone who can take control of situations and is a good communicator with their colleagues.

As under NDA project details cannot be disclosed. The main work scheme will be Residential projects, Fit out projects and RC frame. Our client has significant experience of using innovation to deliver complex projects across a range of industries, including in education, residential, commercial, healthcare, justice and emergency services and they pride themselves on maximise value for customers and efficiently deliver high performance buildings that enhance and provide a positive impact to enhance the places and communities around them. For this ole our client I looking to pay a competitive day rate with guaranteed 12 months contract of work.

If this role seems suitable for you and you feel that you can make a positive impact on the business please get in contact with Fawkes and Reece and if you would like to apply, please follow the link to upload your full CV.

About the Role

Base Location: Reading/Thames Valley Area (must be located within 20 miles of Reading, Slough or West London Depots due to the nature of the role)

Salary: £39,415 - £50,611 depending on skills and experience + car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Our Land Consents Managers are a pivotal resource for the successful delivery of our project portfolio in order to support a net carbon zero future across our electricity distribution network. In this role you'll be in charge of securing, maintaining and managing land and property rights for underground cables, overhead lines and ground mounted plant on both public and privately-owned land.

Your key responsibilities in this role will include:

- Managing a busy work bank of mixed tasks including, but not limited to, complaints, claims/compensation, connections, estate appraisals, access permission, purchases, leases and more.

- Managing preparation, negotiation and successful acquisition of wayleaves, easements, land purchases, lease agreements and access permissions.

- Assessing, negotiating and successful settlement of compensation claims.

- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to develop and foster positive working relationships.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.

- Experience of a busy self contained work bank

- Experience securing both voluntary and statutory consents for capital projects.

- Experience of working with key stakeholders, such as landowners, tenants, and their agents, local authorities and national agencies.

- Knowledge of relevant consents and environmental legislation.

- A full, current driving licence.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net-zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future-proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on 01738 344051.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

Senior PA (Construction Workstream Coordinator)

Reporting and Location

• This role reports to the Associate Director Business and Operational Support
• This role has no direct reports.
• The roles are based at the Company offices in Reading with optional hybrid working up to 3 days per week.

Job Summary

• Diary and Scheduling: Manage the schedules for the Construction Workstream Lead and other Senior Consultants, including internal and Senior Management Team meetings, promptly accepting and rescheduling meeting requests.
• Business Travel Arrangements: Book travel arrangements (flights, transport, accommodation) as needed.
• Monthly Reports and Presentations: Prepare reports and presentations for management and internal meetings, ensuring progress on the Workstream Lead's meeting actions.
• Work Logs and Trackers: Maintain internal work logs and workstream trackers, updating task lists and project dashboards daily.
• Client Proposals and Agreements: Administer new client proposals and agreements, ensuring correct follow-through and tracking of additional work.
• Team Coordination: Communicate with team members regarding new project resourcing, coordinating project flow and tracking progress to completion.
• Meeting Support: Prepare meeting agendas, conduct research, and provide meeting notes for both internal and external client meetings.
• Proofreading and Formatting: Review and format correspondence, letters, and proposals from templates.
• Email Monitoring: Monitor the Workstream Lead's incoming and outgoing emails, ensuring relevant communication is copied into client public folders.
• Client Liaison: Interact with clients and business contacts related to meetings and project updates.

Skills and Qualifications

• Self-Motivated and Resilient: The ideal candidate should exhibit self-motivation, resilience, and a solutions-focused mindset. They should have the confidence to make decisions.
• Senior PA Support/Coordinator Background: Prior experience in senior PA support or coordination roles is essential.
• Organizational Skills and Clear Communication: Strong organisational skills and clear communication abilities are necessary.
• Initiative and Task Management: The role requires proactive initiative and effective task management, especially in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Teams is crucial.
• Excel Expertise: Advanced-level Microsoft Excel skills, including data manipulation, graphing, formulas, pivot tables, and dashboards, are essential.
• Power BI Advantage: Familiarity with Power BI would be advantageous.
• Diary Management and Project Scheduling: Experience in diary management and project scheduling is important.
• Attention to Detail and Professionalism: Accuracy and professionalism are key attributes.
• Team Engagement and Stakeholder Management: Collaborating effectively with the team and managing stakeholders is vital.

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I am recruiting Assistant Quantity Surveyors for a Tier 1 national construction business based in Berkshire but initially to work on a new office and lab scheme and a Data Centre in Slough.

The company are a recognised brand with turnover in excess of a billion per year but still retain a family feel to the business in terms of values and how they treat staff, clients and the wider supply chain.They work on frameworks and negotiated schemes in the education, health care, retail and development, office and data marketplaces. Project values range from £25 to £90 million and they are with the client every step of the way offering advice, support and finding new and innovative ways of working.

Your duties will be to work with the estimating and bid teams to firm up prices and costs for each package based on the initial bids, compile a working scope of works and bill of quants for each package and work with the supply chain to establish how each phase will be delivered. Place orders, arrange pre start meetings and then manage the scheme in conjunction with the delivery team and carry out the standard QS role of valuations, payments, remeasures, managing variation accounts, CVR's and weekly, monthly reporting and forecasting through to final account all under the supervision of a Senior Qs who will help with your training and development.

The initial schemes are a new build office and lab scheme £30 million and 2 Data Centres valued at £25 million each.

The role would be ideal for someone looking to expand their knowledge and training and they are one of the best in the industry at training, development and promoting internal talent based on hard work and results so if you are looking to join a progressive, forward thinking company that will develop and help you achieve your goals and ambitions then this could be the role for you.

They are open to people from main contractors, regional specialists as well as established subcontractors within the industry.

If you are still on day release or remote/distance learning with a degree they will be open to transferring the course across and covering the outstanding training costs as well as funding additional training such as RICS accreditation.

Apply today.

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Company Overview:
Our established client is a specialized Land and Engineering Survey company located near Reading, UK. Focussing on delivering top-notch Topographical Surveying services, Site Engineering, and Site Supervision within the civil engineering industry they have dedicated teams of surveyors and engineers possessing extensive expertise in utilizing the latest survey equipment, including Leica Robotic Total Stations, Leica GPS, Mobile Mapping and AutoCAD.
Role Description:
This is a full-time on-site role as a Land Surveyor. As a pivotal team member, you will be entrusted with conducting Topographic Surveys and Land Surveying using cutting-edge equipment such as Total Stations and Laser Scanners. Your role extends to supervising assistants, preparing survey drawings, and proficiently utilizing surveying software to process survey data.
Qualifications:

• Expertise in Topographic Surveys, Land Surveying, Total Station, and Laser Scanning.
• Experience in Building Surveying and Surveying.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and processing survey data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Capability to work independently.
• Highways surveying experience is particularly valued
• A qualification in surveying or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience working in the sector.
• Valid driving licence.

Join the dynamic team, where your skills and expertise will contribute to our commitment to excellence in land surveying and engineering services. In return, you will enjoy a great company culture, competitive salary + benefits and the chance to add value to interesting and signifcant projects throughout the UK.

Brilliant and exciting new opportunity for a Senior Quantity surveyor based in slough.

Our client a high-end successful company are looking for a senior surveyor to join their team to lead their projects with a surveyor working under them. For this role ideally they are after someone who can take control of situations and is a good communicator with their colleagues.

As under NDA project details cannot be disclosed. The main work scheme will be Residential projects, Fit out projects and RC frame. Our client has significant experience of using innovation to deliver complex projects across a range of industries, including in education, residential, commercial, healthcare, justice and emergency services and they pride themselves on maximise value for customers and efficiently deliver high performance buildings that enhance and provide a positive impact to enhance the places and communities around them. For this ole our client I looking to pay a competitive day rate with guaranteed 12 months contract of work.

If this role seems suitable for you and you feel that you can make a positive impact on the business please get in contact with Fawkes and Reece and if you would like to apply, please follow the link to upload your full CV.

Exclusive Assistant Quantity Surveyor opportunity to work with a dynamic Tier One Contractor in Wokingham

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading UK Construction Main Contractor that are specialists in Construction, infrastructure, fit out, housing and development. With a steady 20% growth over the past 3 years, our client has a revenue of over £3 Billion and are proud to have a great name across the UK.

Within their Construction division, they have a network of offices and with this being one of their key strengths within the group they are always looking to strengthen the teams. As a business, our client operates across design and build, new build and refurbishment schemes across a mixture of sectors including Commercial, Residential, Education, health care and various regeneration schemes.

Our client is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a proven Track record to work on a £15 Million residential scheme. This is a great opportunity to work on a project right from the early stages working closely with a Senior QS mentor. The scheme will involve you being site based in Wokingham and the project is on site for 2 years with fit out, refurbishment and new build.

Our client Is looking to invest in someone that shares the same passion as them in Construction, they are known for pushing QS's up through the ranks from Assistant Quantity Surveyor to Commercial Manager level. With this being on of their key areas, they have many long servers in the business that have this track record of progressing up through the ranks.

For this role our client will be paying up to £45,000 + package depending on experience.

If this position sounds interesting to you, please click apply with your latest CV and contact Charlotte Mead at Fawkes and Reece.