Total 51 Construction / Property job vacancies in East London, London, e17 4su

Senior Pre Construction Manager

Opportunity for an experienced Pre Construction Manager to join and lead the existing Pre Con team of an Interior Fit Out business.

About the role of Senior Pre Construction Manager

The role of Senior Pre Construction Manager will be an all encompassing role, dealing with Surveying, Package Buying, Estimating & Pre Construction. You will be leading the current Pre Con team, overseeing the preparation of all construction documents, including plans, specifications & contracts, overseeing the pre-construction phase, ensuring that all work is completed on time and within budget, etc.

This company specialise in Interior design, Architecture, Sustainability, Office design, Design & Build, and more, the projects you would be working on in the Fit Out sector are valued from £1m-£8m.

Requirements for Senior Pre Construction Manager

• Design & Build background
• Experience surveying, package buying, Estimating & Pre Con experience
• Main contractor OR sub contractor experience
• Worked on projects in excess of £1m

What we offer for Senior Pre Construction Manager

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• Competitive salary + Package
• Pension
• Financially stable business
• Positive & supportive environment

If you want to hear more about this Pre Construction Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Megan Stott in our London office on 07305 013739.

Your new company is a regional construction firm based in London that has been trading for 6 years and achieved a turnover of £3.75 million. They are well established locally, having grown from a small local business into a well-established design & build contractor, renowned for their commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction. Their expertise spans residential, commercial, and industrial construction, as well as renovation and remodelling projects. A typical project would be £250-£300k, but they are looking to build a pipeline of Design & Build projects of value £2-£5 million in the London market. Typical enquiries would be from international investors and would be RC Frame residential developments that would need to be realised and converted from enquiry stage to tender awarded stage.

Your new role is to act as the bid coordinator to estimate the costs of the projects via take-offs from drawings and submit competitive estimates to the clients. You will be working with a team of 6 managers and interfacing with external stakeholders like engineers, architects, suppliers, subcontractors, planning authorities, public bodies, and the client. The hours of work are weekdays, 08:00-16:00, and you will be able to work remotely / work from home. Duties and responsibilities would be to act on follow-up leads, respond to external enquiries, create a tender pack, adhere to building regulations / standards, follow up the tender submissions and convert the opportunities to tender awarded. Once a bid has been awarded, you may be required to continue with the cost control function of the project or move onto to the next bid. At any point in time, you will have 10-30 bids in the process of creating a pipeline.

What you'll need to succeed is substantial UK-based construction experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor involved in pre-construction and bids (not overseas). Ideally, your UK-based residential construction experience would be working for a main contractor, general builder, or developer where you would have acquired the skills needed to perform the above list of duties. Previous experience of converting successful bids is essential. You can live anywhere as this is a remote position. You will have excellent communication skills, presentation skills, commercial acumen, tender writing skills, office skills, be IT Literate and be competent at construction processes. You will have excellent at MS Office and Excel as well as expert at take-offs from drawings. You must have the right to work in the UK and a photo ID.

What you'll get in return is a permanent job opportunity paying a salary of £60,000 to £70,000, 20 days paid holiday per annum plus BH, a contributory pension scheme. You will be provided with a company laptop and mobile phone. The start date of this job is Monday 16th December 2024. You will be engaged on a probation period of 3-6 months, after which a salary review will be performed based on performance. You would be supported by the management team and offered additional training to provide professional growth in the organisation and the opportunity to take more responsibility.
Flexible working options are available.

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 at Hays Crawley 01293220402. 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. Ref 4633073

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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 / ).

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

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Title: Property Fire Safety Team Assurance Manager
Location: Hybrid (local branch visit required 2 times a week; travel to London branch for meetings every 6-7 weeks)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 37 hours per week, 10 AM - 4 PM
Pay: £12.74 per hour

Our public sector client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Property Fire Safety Team Assurance Manager to join their team. In this vital role, you will contribute to fire safety initiatives and enhance data management processes across the organisation. Your expertise will help maintain high standards of safety and compliance throughout the property portfolio. This is a hybrid position, requiring you to attend your local branch a minimum of two days a week while working from home for the remaining three days. Additionally, you will need to travel to Petty France (London) for meetings every 6-7 weeks. This role is a Temporary role covering Maternity leave so, the contract is likely to be around 12 months long.

Key Responsibilities:

• Upload data from CPFSI letters, including appointments and outcome letters (approximately 50 entries per week).
• Provide user support for the CPFSI tracker to enhance team effectiveness and front-line user experience.
• Collaborate with the Business Manager to manage the tracker and produce monthly risk reports.
• Monitor audit data to identify trends and address fire safety issues.
• Perform general administrative duties, including email correspondence and inbox management.

Project Support:

• Assist with the fire strategy project for the NPS portfolio, ensuring effective communication with project suppliers and FM colleagues.
• Source necessary documents for site visits and maintain a tracker of project costs and survey progress for quality assurance.

Reporting:

• Generate data reports on current fire safety trends for upward reporting.
• Contribute to monthly dashboards prepared by the Team Lead for presentation to the Head of PATS.

Administrative Support:

• Manage the central fire safety mailbox, allocating inquiries to advisers and maintaining task records for monthly reporting.
• Oversee the completion of the FRA QA tracker and analyse findings for quarterly meetings.

Skills Required:

• Strong organisational and data management skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in hybrid working and time management.

How to Apply:
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today by submitting your application online! As part of the process, successful candidates will need to provide necessary documentation, including a valid passport, proof of address, proof of NI number, and undergo a DBS check, along with a three-year referencing process.

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Job Description:

• Takes charge of the entire engineering department, leading a team as they complete various projects
• To assist in site supervision works
• Coordinate internally with inter-department and externally with clients & consultants
• Coordinating for the project planning, documentation, and execution of works on-site
• Coordination, supervision & monitoring of the progress of the project works on site, manpower mobilization, materials planning & ordering
• Coordinate with the contractor and suppliers on all project implementation issues and attend site meetings when required
• Produce weekly site progress reports and necessary submission
• Attend meetings, and conduct site inspections on work progress to ensure quality control in accordance with authority requirements.
• To carry out daily implementation of works at the site with assistance from fellow supervisors and foremen.
• To plan and ensure all implementations are carried out in accordance with the Construction program.
• Carry out daily discussions with the project team and fellow colleagues to ensure works are carried out smoothly and no re-work or clashes with other trade works.
• Study all related construction drawings and prepare and raise any RFI’s required early before implementation of the actual works.
• To prepare any necessary construction method statement and technical proposal to ensure the smooth transition of works.
• Ensure all necessary inspections in accordance with the client’s requirements are carried out accordingly, correctly, and timely.
• The plan and sequences of the construction operations are in accordance with the Project Quality Plan. Attends all necessary site progress meetings, and internal meetings as & when required.
• Keep track of submission status like shop drawings, materials, samples, method statements & all other technical submissions.
• To carry out resource planning, machinery allocations, and equipment management on a day-to-day basis to ensure works at the site are carried out smoothly.
• Coordinates and maintains constant communications with fellow colleagues from other departments like architectural, technical, and planning.
• Liaise with the client’s supervisory department for site inspections, submission of necessary technical reports, and maintaining necessary records at the site.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• More than 10 years of working experience in the related field is required
• Proficient with AutoCAD and other office software
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Work closely with the project team to resolve technical issues
• Good attitude and communication skills
• Need to be stationed at the site (Jurong East)
• Willing to work 6 days at the project site
• Experience in LTA projects is required
• Experience with high-rise buildings would be advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Equipped with leadership skills in which able to lead the engineers in completing the jobs

Job Description:

• Takes charge of the entire engineering department, leading a team as they complete various projects
• To assist in site supervision works
• Coordinate internally with inter-department and externally with clients & consultants
• Coordinating for the project planning, documentation, and execution of works on-site
• Coordination, supervision & monitoring of the progress of the project works on site, manpower mobilization, materials planning & ordering
• Coordinate with the contractor and suppliers on all project implementation issues and attend site meetings when required
• Produce weekly site progress reports and necessary submission
• Attend meetings, and conduct site inspections on work progress to ensure quality control in accordance with authority requirements.
• To carry out daily implementation of works at the site with assistance from fellow supervisors and foremen.
• To plan and ensure all implementations are carried out in accordance with the Construction program.
• Carry out daily discussions with the project team and fellow colleagues to ensure works are carried out smoothly and no re-work or clashes with other trade works.
• Study all related construction drawings and prepare and raise any RFI’s required early before implementation of the actual works.
• To prepare any necessary construction method statement and technical proposal to ensure the smooth transition of works.
• Ensure all necessary inspections in accordance with the client’s requirements are carried out accordingly, correctly, and timely.
• The plan and sequences of the construction operations are in accordance with the Project Quality Plan. Attends all necessary site progress meetings, and internal meetings as & when required.
• Keep track of submission status like shop drawings, materials, samples, method statements & all other technical submissions.
• To carry out resource planning, machinery allocations, and equipment management on a day-to-day basis to ensure works at the site are carried out smoothly.
• Coordinates and maintains constant communications with fellow colleagues from other departments like architectural, technical, and planning.
• Liaise with the client’s supervisory department for site inspections, submission of necessary technical reports, and maintaining necessary records at the site.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• More than 10 years of working experience in the related field is required
• Proficient with AutoCAD and other office software
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Work closely with the project team to resolve technical issues
• Good attitude and communication skills
• Need to be stationed at the site (Jurong East)
• Willing to work 6 days at the project site
• Experience in LTA projects is required
• Experience with high-rise buildings would be advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Equipped with leadership skills in which able to lead the engineers in completing the jobs

Job Description:

• Takes charge of the entire engineering department, leading a team as they complete various projects
• To assist in site supervision works
• Coordinate internally with inter-department and externally with clients & consultants
• Coordinating for the project planning, documentation, and execution of works on-site
• Coordination, supervision & monitoring of the progress of the project works on site, manpower mobilization, materials planning & ordering
• Coordinate with the contractor and suppliers on all project implementation issues and attend site meetings when required
• Produce weekly site progress reports and necessary submission
• Attend meetings, and conduct site inspections on work progress to ensure quality control in accordance with authority requirements.
• To carry out daily implementation of works at the site with assistance from fellow supervisors and foremen.
• To plan and ensure all implementations are carried out in accordance with the Construction program.
• Carry out daily discussions with the project team and fellow colleagues to ensure works are carried out smoothly and no re-work or clashes with other trade works.
• Study all related construction drawings and prepare and raise any RFI’s required early before implementation of the actual works.
• To prepare any necessary construction method statement and technical proposal to ensure the smooth transition of works.
• Ensure all necessary inspections in accordance with the client’s requirements are carried out accordingly, correctly, and timely.
• The plan and sequences of the construction operations are in accordance with the Project Quality Plan. Attends all necessary site progress meetings, and internal meetings as & when required.
• Keep track of submission status like shop drawings, materials, samples, method statements & all other technical submissions.
• To carry out resource planning, machinery allocations, and equipment management on a day-to-day basis to ensure works at the site are carried out smoothly.
• Coordinates and maintains constant communications with fellow colleagues from other departments like architectural, technical, and planning.
• Liaise with the client’s supervisory department for site inspections, submission of necessary technical reports, and maintaining necessary records at the site.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• More than 10 years of working experience in the related field is required
• Proficient with AutoCAD and other office software
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Work closely with the project team to resolve technical issues
• Good attitude and communication skills
• Need to be stationed at the site (Jurong East)
• Willing to work 6 days at the project site
• Experience in LTA projects is required
• Experience with high-rise buildings would be advantageous
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Equipped with leadership skills in which able to lead the engineers in completing the jobs

A structural formwork designer in the construction industry plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient design of temporary structures required for concrete placement. This role requires a strong foundation in structural engineering principles, proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla), and practical knowledge of construction methods and materials. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are also essential to succeed as a structural formwork designer.

1. Design formwork systems (aluminium formwork and system formwork) to support concrete structures (slabs, beams, columns, walls, etc.) during construction.
2. Ensure designs adhere to engineering principles, building codes, and safety regulations.
3. Select appropriate materials (e.g., plywood, aluminium, steel) based on project specifications.
4. Perform structural analysis to determine load capacities, deflection limits, and stability of formwork systems.
5. Ensure designs can withstand live loads, dead loads, and environmental factors (wind, vibration, etc.).
6. Work closely with project managers, site engineers, and construction teams to align formwork designs with construction schedules and site conditions.
7. Coordinate with architects and structural engineers to integrate formwork designs with overall project plans.
8. Ensure formwork designs meet safety standards and regulatory compliance.
9. Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with formwork installation and removal.
10. Optimize the use of formwork materials to minimize costs and waste.
11. Explore reusable or modular formwork systems to enhance sustainability and efficiency.
12. Prepare detailed formwork drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions.
13. Provide technical support to site teams during formwork assembly, installation, and dismantling.
14. Research and implement new technologies and materials to improve formwork efficiency and durability.

Qualifications

• A diploma or degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to load-bearing structures and construction methods.
• At least 5 Years of working experience in the related field.
• Required Skill(s): AutoCAD.

A structural formwork designer in the construction industry plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient design of temporary structures required for concrete placement. This role requires a strong foundation in structural engineering principles, proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Tekla), and practical knowledge of construction methods and materials. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are also essential to succeed as a structural formwork designer.

1. Design formwork systems (aluminium formwork and system formwork) to support concrete structures (slabs, beams, columns, walls, etc.) during construction.
2. Ensure designs adhere to engineering principles, building codes, and safety regulations.
3. Select appropriate materials (e.g., plywood, aluminium, steel) based on project specifications.
4. Perform structural analysis to determine load capacities, deflection limits, and stability of formwork systems.
5. Ensure designs can withstand live loads, dead loads, and environmental factors (wind, vibration, etc.).
6. Work closely with project managers, site engineers, and construction teams to align formwork designs with construction schedules and site conditions.
7. Coordinate with architects and structural engineers to integrate formwork designs with overall project plans.
8. Ensure formwork designs meet safety standards and regulatory compliance.
9. Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with formwork installation and removal.
10. Optimize the use of formwork materials to minimize costs and waste.
11. Explore reusable or modular formwork systems to enhance sustainability and efficiency.
12. Prepare detailed formwork drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions.
13. Provide technical support to site teams during formwork assembly, installation, and dismantling.
14. Research and implement new technologies and materials to improve formwork efficiency and durability.

Qualifications

• A diploma or degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to load-bearing structures and construction methods.
• At least 5 Years of working experience in the related field.
• Required Skill(s): AutoCAD.

Job Description:

• Report to the head of finance department.
• Full sets of accounting duties.
• Review monthly accounts.
• Liaise with auditors on statutory audit matters; tax agents/tax authorities on tax submission and tax queries.
• Ensure accurate preparation of the monthly closing and financial reports.
• Responsible for the management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting process.
• Review and enhance the financial management and reporting process.

Job Requirement:

• Hold a bachelor degree in accountancy/ finance or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual language will be an advantage as we need to oftenly and effectively communicate with overseas stakeholders.
• Have experiences in working in large scale projects.
• 6 days work.

Responsibilities:

1. To perform estimation for variation submission
2. Valuing and preparing progress claims and payments of suppliers
3. Prepare variation orders, progress payments and claims and finalisation of accounts
4. Perform measurements for quantities
5. Evaluation of price comparison
6. Attend site and Consultant/Technical meetings
7. Monitoring of project variations
8. Any ad-hoc duties and tasks as assigned

Requirements:

1. Degree/Diploma in Quantity Survey, Engineering (Civil), Building or Equivalent
2. Minimum 4 – 5 years of relevant working experience
3. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
4. Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics

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

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.

Damp and mould surveyor needed in London Ref 005252

£300pd umbrella

Standard day to day surveyor job including damp and mould, party walls, insurance cases.

5 days on site

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@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.