Total 678 Construction / Property job vacancies in Uxbridge, London

Are you a Senior / Associate Building Surveyor looking to work on High End Residential and Commercial projects in Chelsea, Mayfair and Kensington? Then this is the perfect role for you.

Your new company
It will be a RICS registered firm consisting of highly experienced Chartered Surveyors, providing expert advice and project support. Dedicated to delivering personalised solutions and exceptional customer service.

Your new role
You will be an Associate Building Surveyor, working on high-end commercial and residential projects around affluent areas of London, such as Chelsea, Mayfair and Kensington. Working on traditional Building Surveying tasks such as Planned Maintenance Programming, Building Pathology, Defect Analysis and Repair etc.

What you'll need to succeed

• MRICS (Preferable but not necessary if you have enough experience)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive and self-motivated
• Well presented and excellent communication skills

What you'll get in return

• Salary from £80,000 to £90,000 dependent on experience
• Flexible working
• 15 - 20% bonus

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.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Exciting Opportunity Alert!

Our award-winning Estate Agency client are looking for a highly successful and experienced Sales Manager to join their Surbiton office.

If you thrive on recognition and aspire to excel in everything you do, this is the perfect opportunity! Be part of a highly successful and expanding Estate Agency with a structured career path up to regional management, that recognises and rewards excellence.

As a Sales Manager, you will:

• Create the largest active market share of any agent in the area
• Maximise revenues and grow the property register
• Develop exceptional working relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and recommendations
• Maximise branch profit and achieve all financial targets
• Manage performance of employees through regular 1:1's, reviews etc
• Influence a result through effective team management, action planning and delivery of plans

Ideal Candidate Qualities:

• Previous Estate Agency and customer services experience
• Target driven and tenacious, with demonstrable evidence of achievements
• Effectively manage a team
• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Display high standards of service and presentation
• Good organisational skills
• Demonstrate ideas and initiative around plans for market growth
• Hold a full driving license, have your own car and be insured for Business Use

What our client can offer:

- Comprehensive Training: Learn the ins and outs of the company and market share generation methods.

- Unlimited Earning Potential: Enjoy uncapped commission opportunities and bonus incentives.

- Continuous Growth: Thrive with ongoing career and personal development opportunities.

- ✈️ Rewarding Success: Qualify for annual award trips and exciting prizes.

- Celebrating You: Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday after successfully passing probation.

- Increased Perks: Watch your holiday entitlement grow with each year of service.

- Healthcare Benefits: Access personal private healthcare upon successfully passing probation.

Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week with a requirement to attend the London office a minimum of 40% per month
Interview date: To be confirmed
One of the UK’s most inspiring and best known faith-based organisations, The Salvation Army, is looking for a proactive and commercially aware Procurement Specialist to build on the property category plans we are delivering for the organisation.
Key Responsibilities: Our Procurement team is responsible for making a major contribution to our mission and vision through a focus on value for money for every £ spent. We also protect the reputation of the Salvation Army through ethical procurement and ensuring that fit for purpose suppliers and contracts are put in place to meet the diverse needs of the organisation.
As a Category Specialist, you’ll be responsible for sourcing a range of equipment, goods and services and managing a variety of vendors. That will involve performing strategic procurement activities across your defined portfolio of sub-categories of spend. It will also involve maintaining up-to-date market expertise in order to work closely with key stakeholders to develop and execute category plans that achieve our objectives, including best value, whilst managing procurement risk.
The successful candidate will need:

Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (or working towards this qualification) and, ideally, a degree level or equivalent education
Experience in the Property category area<s>s</s> and category management in general, including running tenders for a variety of good and services
Strong day-to-day project planning, delivery and management skills
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills and a flair for analysis and problem solving
Proven experience of managing a wide group of internal stakeholders with differing priorities
Ideally, a background in either a Commercial or Not for Profit Procurement function

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK
For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Central London

Contract Type: Permanent

My client, delivers M&E engineering solutions across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual appraisals
• Travel expenses for locations outside your contracted area, private Medical Insurance, pension scheme, 25 days holiday
• Opportunities for progression
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

What We Are Looking For:

Essential:

• Demonstrable use and understanding of standard forms of contract.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office packages including Excel, Project, and Word.
• Working understanding of valuation techniques for construction works, including elemental cost analysis of labor, materials, plant, sub-contract, and general expenses
• Ability to perform programme analysis and measurement of Earned Value
• Competent in using accounting concepts and forecasting cost and value based on programme and scope of works
• Familiarity with tools for managing project and business costs, including cost-saving techniques

Desired:

• Detailed knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts.

Desired qualifications:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Professional memberships such as RICS, CIOB, ICES, or equivalent
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driver's license

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Managers to ensure projects meet commercial and financial targets
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with client and supplier counterparts.
• Contribute to regular, accurate reporting to the Commercial Manager on PHR, CVR, Cash Flow, and Weekly Updates
• Responsible for the project budget and regular commercial forecasts
• Conduct valuations for initial, interim, and final payment applications
• Manage sub-contractor and supplier accounts in line with agreed subcontracts and upstream contractual requirements
• Identify, notify, value, and agree on changes (variations, compensation events, claims)
• Work with the Commercial Manager to maximise the recovery of all contractual entitlements
• Ensure project adherence to contract terms and conditions, particularly regarding notice times and applications
• Maintain contemporary records for supporting claims, extensions of time, and the evaluation of variations
• Support tender processes as needed
• Promote and maintain professional working relationships
• Identify project risks and develop strategies to minimise commercial impact

If this is of interest please apply below!

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.

Your new company
Your new job as a Real Estate Account Executive will be working for a privately-owned Global Lloyd's Broker with offices based around the UK and Worldwide, with their head office based in the City. They have a dedicated team of over 5000 employees who pride themselves on having an entrepreneurial cultural that their clients benefit from. Due to continued successful growth within the Real Estate division, they are looking to recruit an experienced Real Estate Account Executive to join them in a client and market-facing role to ensure the delivery of exceptional client service across the team

Your new role
Your new job working as a Real Estate Account Executive means you will be working with a team of experienced insurance professionals leading client advocacy as main contacts for significant mid-large corporate accounts, with responsibility for day to day service delivery, delegation and for supporting the leadership of individual teams. You will be responsible for providing the day-to-day service delivery to a mixed portfolio of UK and or European property owner and real estate clients.

Your role will be to deliver an enhanced service and added value to clients, maintaining a robust approach to ensure all clients have a service plan and an annual timetable of visits aligned to their needs. Dealing with clients from inception to completion.

You will be responsible for managing renewal income and actively seek out and generate new revenue opportunities through regular new business activity and by attending networking events. Building and growing a wide network of client and market contacts and serve as a role model and mentor to associates in developing the same. Other duties will include attending insurer review meetings as well as preparing renewal reports and other technical documents. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team with a strong, collaborative culture in a market and client-facing role.


What you'll need to succeed
Your previous experience working as a Real Estate / Property owners Account handler or as an Account Executive, handling Property Owners or Real Estate business will lead to your success. You will also have excellent communications skills and the ability to attend external client meetings when required.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING AS A REAL ESTATE/ PROPERTY OWNERS ACCOUNT HANDLER OR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, FROM A LLOYD'S BROKER OR INSURANCE BROKER





What you'll get in return

Flexible working options available 3 days a week in the office. You will be offered a competitive salary of up to £85,000 plus a comprehensive benefits and Bonus package. You'll receive support from both Directors and Managers and be given the opportunity to take on the further duties and responsibility in the future. This is predominantly an office-based role with training and study support offered. You'll enjoy working as part of a growing and friendly team with a unique vision to grow and develop long term Client needs.


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.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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At Wandle, we pride ourselves in delivering safe and affordable homes providing community focused, value for money and good reliable services. The property team are responsible for the delivery of excellent repairs and maintenance services to all Wandle residents this will include day to day reactive repairs, management of contracts and contractors, engagement with customers and other stakeholders, complaint handling and issue resolution.
Supporting the M&E Manager in the effective maintenance of M&E equipment within Wandle’s property portfolio. The M&E Services Surveyor will be responsible for effective management of repairs and maintenance to all equipment. They will also ensure effective customer engagement in the day-to-day management of the equipment, ensuring high quality services and working across other front line service teams, leading to improved customer satisfaction.

A day in the life:
You will:

Ensure the maintenance and repairs of Mechanical and Electrical installations (such as lifts, communal boilers, door systems, gates, lighting equipment etc) are carried out safely, effectively and efficiently throughout Wandle properties.
Responsible for M&E equipment across an operational patch, carrying out periodic inspections to ensure that they are operating in line with relevant standards and requirements.
Oversee the preparation of Mechanical & Electrical installation specifications, works drawings and tenders as required and in accordance with Wandle standing orders.
Supervising work on-site of Mechanical & Electrical contractors delivering installation and repair works to Wandle properties.
Taking responsibility for resolving customer complaints, and service enquiries in a professional and responsive manner.
Attending meetings, and site meetings with contractors as required to discuss contractual performance or financial matters.
Take ownership of safety of customers and users of Wandle properties where relevant to own duties
Work with contractors to ensure repairs and maintenance issues are identified early and resolved promptly with as little disruption as possible to services and raise orders on relevant corporate systems to aid effective management and tracking of progress.
Monitor the performance of contractors, including quality control of completed repairs, in line with contract KPIs and objectives, feeding into performance meetings and contractor review process. Ensure value for money through checking of invoices and valuations.
Ensure that contracts/works are delivered in a safe manner in line with current Health and Safety legislation.
Provide liaison with other Wandle staff and stakeholders within operational patch to ensure effective management of equipment
Attend site inspections on request of customers and or stakeholders in line with SLA’s and service requirements, agree resolution of issues and act on oncome to ensure services are of a high quality and great customer experience.
Communicate with all stakeholders in the event of major service failure or disruption affecting premises within operational patch. Provide regular updates
Ensure complaints from customers, including members enquiries are effectively responded to in line with service standards and deadlines. Escalate to management where appropriate.
Lead on customer engagement with support of Neighbourhood staff to respond to major breakdowns/disruption to services, attending residents’ meetings where required.


What you’ll need to have:

Relevant Degree Qualification or minimum 3 years relevant experience in a Property Services/M&E function within a customer service environment
Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and good practice in the management of M&E equipment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience specifying technical works and quality control of finished products
Experience of responding to complaints and effective resolution of complaints issues
Experience of working with contractors to ensure compliance and delivery of high-quality services, ideally in the public sector
Experience of managing budgets effectively and ensuring that challenging KPIs are achieved
Strong negotiation and influencing skills including experience of contract negotiation and dispute resolution in relevant contracts
Excellent record keeping skills
Excellent time management and work planning skills
A demonstrable commitment to continuous improvement
A sound knowledge and understanding of building and health and safety at work legislation
A sound knowledge and understanding of the common types of procurement routes for obtaining maintenance works

* Please note, this role requires DBS check which will be completed during the pre-employment process.

What next?
If you want to be part of a winning team that takes pride in delivering excellent customer service to our customers and believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and supporting statement on no more than two sides of A4 ensuring you address the ‘What you’ll need to have’ section set out in role profile by 15 October 2024.
Interviews and assessments will be held the week commencing 21 October 2024. Please also note that ahead of the final stage interviews you will be asked to undertake a number of online tests/assessments.
For more information about Wandle, including our corporate strategy, click here: https://www.wandle.com/careers/

Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk - Elephant and Castle, Central London

Are you detail-oriented and tech-savvy, ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Company Overview:
We are a dynamic and ambitious estate agency with a strong presence across London. Driven by technology and innovation, we are committed to providing exceptional service to both landlords and tenants. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk.

Job Overview:
As a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk, you will be responsible for meticulously documenting and cataloguing the contents and condition of properties. Your role plays a crucial part in property management, facilitating smooth transitions between tenants, accurate billing, and ensuring accountability for property conditions. You will work closely with landlords, tenants, and property management teams to maintain accurate records and uphold professional standards. This role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Conducting thorough inspections of properties, including residential and commercial spaces, before and after occupancy
- Recording detailed descriptions of property contents, including furnishings, appliances, fixtures, and other relevant items
- Assessing the condition of items within the property, noting any damages, wear and tear, or defects
- Capturing clear and comprehensive photographic evidence of property conditions to support written records
- Preparing detailed inventory reports documenting all findings, including descriptions, conditions, and photographic evidence
- Coordinating property inspections with tenants, landlords, and property management teams, ensuring all parties are informed and involved
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date inventory databases, ensuring information is easily accessible and organised for reference
- Assisting in resolving disputes related to property conditions and inventories, providing factual documentation to support claims
- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards governing property inventory procedures
- Identifying opportunities to improve inventory processes and streamline operations for increased efficiency and accuracy

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Attention to detail and ability to meticulously document property contents and conditions with high accuracy
- Strong organisational skills to manage inventory records, scheduling, and documentation effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with tenants, landlords, and property management teams
- Proficiency in photography to capture clear and detailed images of property conditions
- Problem-solving abilities to identify issues and resolve conflicts related to property inventories
- Comfort with using inventory management software and digital tools for data entry and record-keeping
- Dependability and punctuality, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering accurate results consistently

Work permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary between £26,000 - £28,000 based on experience
- Travel costs covered
- Opportunity to work in the vibrant Elephant and Castle area
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Regular working hours with five days per week, including Saturdays, with one weekday off
- The chance to be part of a respected and growing estate agency

Embarking on a career as a Property Inspector/Inventory Clerk in the property sector offers a fulfilling and stable career path. You will have the opportunity to hone your organisational skills, interact with diverse clients, and contribute significantly to the smooth management of rental properties. This role is ideal for those who appreciate precision and enjoy being part of a dynamic industry.

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Job Title: Building Surveyor
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
Location: Arlington House, Camden, London – Onsite/Office/Home

If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.

The difference you will make as a Building Surveyor

As one of our Reactive Repairs Surveyors, you will play a crucial role in conducting comprehensive surveys, generating detailed reports, and managing reactive repairs projects across London and surrounding areas. This is a key role providing assurance over the timeliness and quality of repairs undertaken by both or Direct Labour Organisation and range of external contractors.

You will play a key role in keeping customers and colleagues updated proactively on progress of all works and helping drive our customer satisfaction, first time fix and completion targets.

About you

We are looking for someone who believes in working together as part of a team, who shares our strong customer values and who is positive and resilient in the face of multiple, sometimes complex challenges with reactive repairs across our diverse portfolio.

The successful candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills together with expertise in identifying, assessing, and providing solutions for reactive repairs in rented, residential and commercial leasehold homes.

You will be expected to own issues through to a successful conclusion, pre- and post-inspections, where necessary handing over more complex work to specialist teams ensuring continuity and excellent communication internally and with customers.

You will ensure that actions and recommendations are fully captured within Riverside’s systems of information management as a matter of course to ensure transparency, continuity and accountability.

Why Riverside?

One Housing is part of Riverside. At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.

We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.

Working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 28 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:

We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues.

Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.

This role also falls under out Ethnic Diversity guaranteed interview scheme. If you are Ethnically Diverse and demonstrate you meet the minimum criteria for the role you will be guaranteed an interview

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Role requirements and profile

• To assist the Supervisor/Area Manager in the effective and efficient delivery of a customer-focused day-to-day repair service to the Association’s diverse portfolio
• Conduct and report outcomes and recommendations following thorough inspections of properties to identify cost-effective scopes of work.
• Collaborate with tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders to gather relevant information and address concerns regarding repairs to homes and communal areas.
• Generate detailed survey reports outlining findings, observations, and recommendations for remedial repair actions.
• To value work using a Schedule of Rates and other methods to price work and authorise variations
• To maintain and enquire on property records, programmes of work using IT systems to ensure joined-up and accountable work takes place transparently, ensuring customers are updated regularly on progress.
• To supervise work on site and in customers’ homes and provide quality control over in-house and contracted work on behalf of the client.
• Ensure work is carried out to specification including Health & Safety standards, seeking Health & Safety assurance from contractors as necessary.
• Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and best practice in relation to property and repairs.
• To provide technical or construction guidance to internal and external key contacts, who may have limited technical knowledge providing solutions-based suggestions and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate records of survey data, reports, correspondence and other relevant documentation and provide regular, routine updates on progress and performance.

Person specification

Essential

• Obtained or working towards HNC/HND in construction/building services.
• Significant experience of building surveying in reactive repairs environment
• Strong knowledge of building construction principles, materials, and systems
• Proven track record of working with customers in an empathetic way.
• Knowledge of construction methods.
• Basic knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety and other statutory/regulatory standards.
• Basic knowledge of CDM requirements.
• Takes personal responsibility whilst working within and across wider teams.
• Basic commercial acumen.
• Knowledge of application of Schedule of Rates.
• Confident in use of IT systems
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Resilient and experienced in working within high-pressure environment
• Driving licence

Desirable

• Educated to degree level in construction / building services.
• Obtained or working towards Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
• Experience of working in social housing and in partnership with a local authority client.
• Contract management system competency.

Our superb client in the Property Damage Restoration sector is seeking a number of Technicians owing to business growth. Working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm covering London and the South of the UK. It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points on licence) and your own transport to be considered for the role.

Working as part of a specialist team, as a Property Restoration Technician, you will be involved in the restoration of commercial and some residential property, structures, machinery, following events such as fire or flooding. You will be responsible for stripping out commercial properties following water / fire damage, setting up equipment to begin the drying out process, before the property can be restored back to full use, ensuring compliance and health & safety at all times. You will order specialist equipment and materials in advance of project needs, returning equipment at the end of the project. Upload project reports and updates to company claims management system,. You will assist in looking after temporary hires during projects. Coaching where necessary. You will work on a range of specialist projects and some smaller projects from time to time. You will attend team meetings and will be required to travel extensively and stay away from home regularly during the week and when required in fully expensed accommodation with a meal allowance. You will have a basic knowledge of CDM regulations and be able to complete risk assessments and method statements as well as undertaking electrical and mechanical technical decontamination and structural decontamination and drying.

To be considered for the role of Property Restoration Technician , you will have previous experience in a similar damage restoration or construction labouring position where you have worked extensive with building materials, you will have manual dexterity, pc literate and a good level of general education. If no experience in the restoration industry you must still have building / labouring type experience for the Technician role. You will have excellent communication skills along with empathy and customer service skills. You must be able to work away from home where accommodation will be paid and you will receive a £25.00 dinner allowance per night.

In return our client is offering a starting salary of £25,000 if no relevant industry experience or basic building labourer skills and more for Technician level if you are experienced in fire & flood restoration.

Starting salary £25,000 with overtime over 40 hours, laptop, mobile phone, 25 days paid annual leave, plus statutory holidays, pension, life assurance after probationary period, social events, career training and progression.

Send your CV now for consideration.

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A diverse, interesting and busy opportunity has arisen for an external Security Estate Officer, you will be employed to aid and assist (as well as protect) the premises, visitors’ and customers in a helpful and professional manner. Preventing any threat to any tenant or other members of the public and any unauthorised persons entering restricted parts of the premises at any time. Ensuring that all personnel are able to go about their business in a safe and friendly environment,
Information:

Position: Security Officer
Location: London (SE16)
Pay Rate: £13.40 per hour
Hours: Average 42 hours per week
Shifts: 4 On 4 Off – Days

Job Requirements:

SIA Door Supervisor Licence is required.
Security experience is required of at least 1 year.
Physically fit to complete patrols internally and externally and able to stand/walk for extended periods when asked in all weathers.
Excellent levels of customer service, communication & attention to detail at all times
Proactive, adaptable and telephony skills
Strong incident report and writing skills.
Well-presented and excellent communication skills
Flexible in the approach to daily duties and additional events when held on site.
First Aid qualification, CCTV, Banksman, Fire Marshal & IOSH is a bonus.
Be confident you are able to undertake 100% of all specific duties.
Be able to provide all the documentation and vetting information requested.

Duties to include:

Providing service excellence to staff, visitors and VIP’s that attend the campus.
Responding to emergency situations and incidents
External static duties and be able to stand for long periods of time.
Patrolling the campus (internal & external)
First aid and fire marshal responders
Provide Banksman duties to vehicles.
Event support
Reception duties
Problem solving
Manual handling and moving items when required.
Assisting with last minute requests

Job Responsibilities:

Able to demonstrate and deliver high quality guarding and customer service to both our customers and service users - To preserve order and to secure premises, people, and assets.
To take all reasonable and required measures to protect venue.
To convey a smart, well-groomed appearance in approved uniform, provide a first-class customer service and display high levels of vigilance throughout a shift, making a good first impression.
To portray a friendly, professional, and courteous demeanour always, using open and appropriate body language.
Vigilance is key in this regard - any untoward activity and/or security related concerns must be immediately reported to Security Control.
To be customer service facing - Polite, Positive and Professional at all times - every single colleague, tenant and visitor is a customer and must be treated as such.
To operate the site CCTV system and man SCR when required (a valid SIA CCTV license is required for this)
Fire Marshal duties and responsibilities to be carried out in compliance with the site Fire Evac SOP and Fire Marshal training.
Perform internal and external patrols of the campus, noting all observations and ensuring that any untoward activity or issues are immediately reported.
Respond to alarm activations and investigate disturbances as instructed.
Monitor entry and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons - all untoward activity is to be immediately reported.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities (statements and incident reports), such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorised persons or any unusual occurrences
Perform escort duties as and when instructed and carry out ad hoc requests / taskings as instructed.
Reception duties when required and follow correct sign in / sign out process for visitors.
Check equipment when issued at beginning of shift, including personal radio and bodycam.
Not to leave their manned post unless instructed to do so, or when relieved.
Officers are to act as a high profile and mobile security presence, remaining alert to all activity.
Ensure the Bus Stop area are kept clear at all times.
Explaining the no parking policy to any unauthorised vehicle.
Follow the deployment timetable and correct sign on / sign off procedure. SO must report to the SM before leaving site.
Manual handling duties include removing and replacing bollards, barriers, protesting pens etc.
The above details are not exhaustive but is designed to provide a general overview of the Security Officer role

Benefits:

Health care plan (HSF)
Perk Box (HSF) – discounts & offers from cinema tickets to days out
Cycle to work scheme
Tailed Site Uniform
First class training allowing you to develop your skills
A view for career development
Long service & Employee Recognition awards

CIS Security has been providing manned guarding services since 1972 and has developed into one of the most effective and reliable security companies in England. At CIS Security, we work as a team to deliver operational excellence and truly believe that the service we provide is unparalleled in the security industry.
At CIS Security Ltd, we do not just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. CIS Security Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, quality, and business needs.
Due to the volume of applications, if we have not contacted you within three weeks of initial contact then you have not been successful on this occasion.

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and become an integral to this established London-based consultancy? If you are a Building Surveyor looking to work on diverse and engaging projects spanning multiple sectors, including housing, education, commercial and health, then look no further!


Your new company
You could be part of a forward-thinking, modern, and multidisciplinary firm, where collaborative innovation is at the very heart of what they do. You can find a highly competitive compensation package, along with endless opportunities to develop and thrive within our organisation.

Your new role
You will be at the forefront of captivating projects in housing, education, commercial and health. Playing a crucial part in shaping the future of their projects, with a particular emphasis on energy efficiency and retrofit initiatives. Your contributions will be integral to our commitment to sustainability and innovation.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Building Surveying with 1-2 years post-graduate experience.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Package
• Career Development
• Hybrid working

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.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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

Job title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 (DOE)
Location: Barnet
Planned Works

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Barnet 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.

Estate Operative - Full time- permanent - Pitman shift schedule

Salary: £28K

New Opening

The Opportunity:

An award winning property management company are looking for an Estate Operative for their iconic private residential development in Central London.

The building is an incredibly prestigious development in an exclusive location, offering high-tech, state-of-the-art and fully serviced facilities and living, including a gym, spa, swimming pool, and cinema.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate as one-team between all departments to provide an outstanding service across front and back of house, ensuring all areas of the building are at impeccable presentation.
• Work closely with other team members in a supportive and flexible manner, focusing on the cleanliness satisfaction of stakeholder.
• Ensure consistent knowledge of our vision & roots and all other service standards or operating procedures and assist the Logistics .
• Ensure any keys removed from concierge or estates management are returned to ensure a safe and secure building at all times.
• Communicate all residents and internal enquiries with the relevant departments ensuring action
• Assist the housekeeping team in ensuring all communal areas are kept clean and tidy including; wet vacuuming, polishing and general maintenance
• Undertake basic repair works.
• Ensure recycling and general rubbish are separated and collections are taking place at regular intervals along with compacting the bins.
• General upkeep of the buildings and surrounding areas.

Does this sound like the opportunity you've been looking for?

Apply now!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor:

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a company based in Central London with sites across the country. They have a turnover of nearly £250 million and need a senior to help on large new council site in Cambridge needing full refurbishment, fit-out and M&E.

Responsibilities for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Working from the PCSA/2 Stage tender process, to delivering the site and working through to completion and final accounts.
• Managing Packages.
• Managing Sub-Contractors.
• Site Meetings.

Requirements for Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Commutable distance from both Stratford and Cambridge.
• Degree qualified and needs to be construction based.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

What we offer for a Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Up to £75,000 base salary + £6,000-£7,000 travel allowance.
• 25 days holiday.
• Opportunities for long term development and extensive in-house training.
• Work from home options.

If you want to hear about this Senior Quantity Surveyor role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Alex Leaver in our London office on 07921 466 436.

Role: Construction Lecturer

Location: London

Salary: Up to £40,000 per year

Hours: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: September

Morgan Hunt is delighted to be working with a prestigious further educational college in London to help employ an experienced Construction professional for their full-time Construction lecturer role. If you are looking for a permanent position starting in September, don't hesitate to get in touch.

The roles are open to professionals with teaching experience but also those wishing to get into education to help develop and nurture the next generation of Construction professionals.

The Construction Lecturer will need to have:

• A relevant degree or vocational construction qualifications
• A recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE or Cert Ed
• Experience of delivering bricklaying courses at Level 1 to Level 3 & to apprentices
• A strong understanding of the construction industry, including current trends, legislation, and best practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students from a range of backgrounds
• A commitment to delivering high-quality teaching and learning, and to supporting students to achieve their full potential

If you feel you would be great for this Construction Lecturer role in London, apply and send over your most updated CV today.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.