Total 7 Senior Executive level Construction / Property job vacancies in Darlington, County Durham, DL1 4PW

Brook Street (UK) Ltd are recruiting Senior Clerical Officers for our leading Public Sector client Education Authority Northern Ireland.

(NORTHERN IRELAND APPLICANTS ONLY)

As a temporary Senior Clerical Officer in the Transport Administration Dept. you will provide advice and assistance to Education Authority officers, customers, the public and other professionals as directed by the Programme Manager.
You will provide administrative support for the daily functional and operational staff.

You will be proficient in MS Packages such as Excel, Outlook and Word. You will be confident in the daily use of spreadsheets and databases and will conduct typing and word-processing duties.

Essential Criteria:

• Have the equivalent of five GCSEs at grade C or above and at least one-year administrative experience in an office environment.
• Have good customer service skills, along with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Be a good Team player with the ability to work on one`s own initiative.
• Excellent typing skills
• Diary Management
• Minute Taking skills
• Microsoft Office 365 including Access and Power BI

Job Role:

• Provide administrative support in relation to all aspects of the work of the programme using the full range of IT equipment including word processing/typing, databases, spreadsheets, email, fax, intranet and internet facilities.
• The assistance in the collation of factual data and statistical information from various sources to support the work of identified officers within the service.
• Prepare letters, minutes, notes and other clerical support to officers as appropriate and as directed by the programme manager.
• Use initiative, tact and diplomacy in responding to queries, issues and problems which arise within the section in the absence of the programme manager.
• Order and monitor supplies of stationery and office requisitions for all staff within the section along with diary management of stakeholders.
• Be responsible for maintaining efficient recording and filing systems within the service as directed by the programme manager.
• Delegate tasks to the office team in the absence of senior management.
• Attend monthly meetings with key stakeholders, prepare meeting minutes and distribute meeting minutes.
• Preparing dashboards and presentations via Power BI

You will benefit from:

• Full training and induction
• Accrue holiday hours as you work
• Brook Street (UK) Ltd back office support and mentoring

The rate of pay is £12.52 per hour, the hours of work are 36hrs Monday to Friday.
If you would like to apply for this role, please email your CV via the `Apply` link.

My client, a highly reputable Utilities company, recognised for the design, build and maintaining of the UK's clean and wastewater infrastructure, are actively recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. This is a hybrid position, with homeworking and working from their office in Durham.
The projects will encompass a wide range from high-volume capital works to strategic initiatives of significant value, complexity, and interest. Additionally, there will be opportunities to provide services in the Non-Infrastructure design and build sector throughout the framework term.

They are on the hunt for:

• Candidates with a strong commercial background within the civil/utilities sector (water sector preferable but not essential)
• Experience in NEC3 or 4 Contracts with target cost, fixed price, and/or cost reimbursable mechanisms.
• Experience in framework and contract mechanisms
• Experience in Infrastructure and Non Infrastructure
• Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Experience in the preparation of interim and final accounts
• Clean driving licence

Responsibilities
* Support the Commercial Team to ensure compliance with systems, processes, and procedures on Contracts.
* Work within strict deadlines required under the Contract(s)
* Financial monitoring and reporting of Contracts assigned.
* Assisting and establishing suitable construction contracts with clients to suit procurement needs.
* Preparation of accurate financial statements in respect of Contracts assigned.
* Ensuring proper administration of the Contract requirements including all variations (changes) to the works.
* Commercial completion of the Contracts including maintaining contemporary records for use in supporting claims, extensions of time, and evaluation of variations.
* Manage the appointment and ongoing management of subcontractors including payment applications, final accounts etc.
* Ensure prompt submission of invoices and/or applications of payment to clients.
* Assist Business Development in producing information for PQQ's and Tenders.
* Develop the Commercial and Operations Team through training and mentoring.
* Responsible for Commercial Staff under direct control in respect of timekeeping, technical training, development, resourcing, performance reviews.

In return you will be offered:

• Full training and continuous development to help you reach your potential.
• A competitive salary that is based on proven skills and experience. Hard work is celebrated and rewarded
• Min. 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays (option to buy more)
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• A selection of lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
• Volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Your new company
Senior Quantity Surveyor required to work on a Water framework in the North East. (Will consider applicants from utilities, highways or heavy civils)
Hays Civil Engineering are delighted to be working alongside this National Civil Engineering & Utilities organisation in recruiting for a Senior QS to join their business. With a £200m turnover, this organisation is one of the leading Infrastructure & Utilities providers in the UK, and is pivotal delivery partner in the North East.
Due to growth and an increase in orderbook, we are now looking to recruit a strong addition to their commercial delivery team.Reporting into the Senior Commercial Manager, you will already be a Senior QS, or even an experienced QS who is looking for that jump to your next level.
Your new role
You'll be responsible for the day to day management, leadership and progression of an Assistant QS, and eventually the growth of a larger commercial team.
You'll be experienced ideally working on water projects / frameworks, but we can also consider candidates from a utilities background or highways or heavy civils. Typical project sizes are between £5k and £300k, and some of these projects are extremely fast-paced!
What you'll need to succeed
You'll be experienced in working on NEC 3 contracts (options A & B), and have a strong commercial, and progressive mindset. You'll be a confident communicator, and be strong in stakeholder management, and in dealing with on-site operations and client side management. Typical responsibilities will be from pre-contract, all the way to final account.
What you'll get in return
You'll be joining a flexible, dynamic and adaptable organisation, and you will be part of shaping the future of this business. We are looking for hungry, passionate and ambitious people to come and join this team, and be a vital part of their growth and leadership as they grow this business.
This is a really exciting opportunity for someone to really grow and develop their career. They can offer a package of between £55,000 - £70,000 (DOE), plus car / car allowance, and the company benefits that comes with it. Including; Private pension, private healthcare, 24 days holiday + stats increasing on length of service.
Hybrid working arrangements are also on offer, and can be flexible to suit accordingly, ideally 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home (however, you will required to carry out site visits so you must live within the North East, and a sensible distance of Durham.)
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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Brook Street (UK) Ltd are recruiting Senior Clerical Officers for our leading Public Sector client Education Authority Northern Ireland, Belfast.

As a temporary Senior Clerical Officer in the Estate Management Dept. you will provide advice and assistance to Education Authority officers, customers, the public and other professionals as directed by the Programme Manager.
You will provide administrative support for the daily functional and operational staff.
You will be proficient in MS Packages such as Excel, Outlook and Word. You will be confident in the daily use of spreadsheets and databases and will conduct typing and word-processing duties.

Essential Criteria:

• Have the equivalent of five GCSEs at grade C or above and at least one-year administrative experience in an office environment.
• Have good customer service skills, along with excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Be a good Team player with the ability to work on one's own initiative.

Job Role:

• Provide administrative support in relation to all aspects of the work of the programme using the full range of IT equipment including word processing/typing, databases, spreadsheets, email, fax, intranet and internet facilities.
• Answer telephone calls and queries from customers and clients and accurately record the call conversation, escalating to the correct department when necessary.
• The assistance in the collation of factual data and statistical information from various sources to support the work of identified officers within the service.
• Prepare letters, minutes, notes and other clerical support to officers as appropriate and as directed by the programme manager.
• Use initiative, tact and diplomacy in responding to queries, issues and problems which arise within the section in the absence of the programme manager.
• Order and monitor supplies of stationery and office requisitions for all staff within the section along with diary management of stakeholders.
• Be responsible for maintaining efficient recording and filing systems within the service as directed by the programme manager.
• Delegate tasks to the office team in the absence of senior management.

You will benefit from:

• Full training and induction
• Accrue holiday hours as you work
• Brook Street (UK) Ltd back office support and mentoring

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.


The rate of pay is £12.52 per hour, the hours of work are 36hrs Monday to Friday.
If you would like to apply for this role, email your CV via the `Apply` link.

We are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team to work on schemes throughout the South Wales Region.

The successful candidate will provide valuable support to the commercial team throughout the region on both new build and refurbishment projects of varying values. Although the role will predominantly be site based there may be a requirement for some office-based works in the Regional Offices in Cardiff, as required by the your line manager.

Duties will include the day to day financial and cost control and reporting of one or more developments from the award up to and including completion of client and sub-contract final accounts, recovery / discharge of all retentions.

Previous experience of quantity surveying is necessary, ideally within the housing sector and commercial environment. The applicant should have a construction / QS degree or equivalent qualification.

Benefits

Holidays - 26 days
Life Assurance
Pension
Private medical insurance
Ability to purchase additional holiday
Access to discount portal
Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV
Digital GP
Employee assistance programme
Sharesave scheme
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.

We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.

The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.

As a Construction Executive at Clark Water, you will leverage your capacity for innovation and problem solving to lead and oversee all field operations on a project to ensure an exceptional project is delivered to our clients. You will supervise self-performed and contracted work ensuring compliance with contract documents and the project schedule while also implementing a culture of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the timely and cost-effective installation of the contracted work of the project or multiple projects

• Implement safety programs and conduct regular safety inspections to ensure all working conditions and work practices are in compliance with company, contract, and government regulations

• Implement a culture of safety and quality among Clark employees and subcontractors

• Create a plan to successfully sequence the work, manage jobsite logistics, and track materials & personnel

• Maintain a high quality of work consistent with project and company standards

• Takes initiative and personal responsibility to deliver a project on schedule and on budget

• Develop and update the project schedule and exhibit a command of critical schedule milestones

• Communicate the schedule effectively with contractors and project stakeholders. Lead multi-disciplinary meetings to gain universal buy-in on the project schedule. Develop and maintain recovery schedules

• Manage, mentor, and develop team members to build a highly functioning team

• Cultivate and build new and existing client relationships. Manage interpersonal relationships with executive leadership and clients

• Maintain professionalism while representing the company and team in internal and external meetings and interactions

• Possess expert knowledge of the owner contract, subcontracts and vendor agreements

• Participate in the development and maintenance of staff charts, general conditions, project costs, and demonstrate understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for the project

• Participate in close out activities including punch list and building operations training

• Participate in marketing proposals and presentations

• Demonstrate advanced problem-solving capabilities in finding ways to overcome constant obstacles, issues, and conflicts on the job. Identify long-term risks and find ways to advance the project plan to neutralize conflict and issues

• Demonstrated ability to make decisions in an effective & timely manner, to develop talent and to instill accountability, while maintaining the highest levels of integrity

• Uses expertise to lead and create a vision that aligns the team to deliver a timely and cost effective project. Create a project site environment that inspires the team to perform at their best

• A proven people leader with senior level experience in attracting, developing, and engaging diverse talent by fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture based on trust and respect

• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work

• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

 

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience

• 12+ years of experience working on wastewater treatment projects

• 6+ years leading, developing and motivating teams

• In depth knowledge of the construction process to include scheduling, contract administration, equipment, and personnel

• Demonstrated experience leading field operations and communicating plans effectively across multiple audiences. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders

• Advanced knowledge of applicable safety and building regulations (i.e. OSHA)

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams & followership, sets direction and executes

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of construction management software platforms & tools including Procore, PlanGrid, FieldWire, Bluebeam, and P6

Your New Company
Join a prestigious and highly respected legal firm that is renowned for executing the largest and most complex real estate deals with accuracy and speed. This firm is ranked Band 1 by both Chambers and Legal 500, and its Real Estate practice is known for its expertise in investment, restructuring, development, acquisitions, disposals, corporate occupiers, PPP, corporate support work, and real estate finance.

Your New Role
As a Senior Solicitor in the Alternative Legal Services (ALT) Real Estate team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of Real Estate transactions, asset management, and due diligence projects. You will work closely with the London Real Estate team and liaise directly with clients and counterparties. As an experienced qualified lawyer, you will frequently act as a direct point of contact and are expected to take the lead on certain matters and projects, escalating to the senior team who will support as necessary. You will also have the opportunity to supervise and support the development of our junior team including Solicitors, Trainees, Senior Legal Analysts, and Legal Analysts.

What You'll Need to Succeed
Essential:

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales or Northern Ireland. Republic of Ireland or other common law jurisdictions will be considered.
• At least four years' relevant PQE.
• Proven track-record of relevant real estate experience.
• Strong legal skills, including drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Foundation level people management and business development skills.
• Good understanding of law firm profitability and key drivers for financial efficiency.

Desirable:

• Willingness to complete the process to re-qualify in England and Wales, if required.

What You'll Get in Return
In return for your dedication and hard work, you will receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including employer pension contributions, private medical insurance, buy/sell annual leave and much more. You will also have the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development. Limited travel, including to the London office, may be required from time to time, and there may be opportunities for international travel. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Belfast.

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