Total 134 Construction / Property job vacancies in Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1AA

Damp & Mould Surveyor
Central London
Perm - £50,000-£55,000
Property Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known housing association based in Central London who are looking for perm Damp and Mould Surveyor's to join their team.

They are looking for experienced Damp and Mould Surveyors who are experienced in Damp and mould inspections and works working within a social housing.

• To provide a comprehensive specialised technical service to ensure that potential damp and mould issues, statutory nuisance, structural repairs and insurance claims against homes are dealt with professionally and as expeditiously as possible
  Carry out detailed pre/post inspections on all damp and mould properties, identifying defects and areas of improvement
  Maintaining proper records of visits and inspection findings, making recommendations to senior managers on any areas needing further actions.
  Prepare estimates, feasibility studies, plans, sketches, drawings and photo's as required
• You should have a proven record as a surveyor overseeing various damp and mould projects. Highly motivated with a passion to succeed. Able to identify opportunities for advancing the organisation's mission while maintaining an awareness of the business areas and associated risk.
• Firm Understanding of Schedule of Rates for Building Works
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Proven track record for being Reliable and punctual.
• Must hold a driving licence.

Key Knowledge:

• Social housing/construction industry knowledge
• IT and Excel Literate
• Must have proven track record surveying damp and mould projects
• HNC or equivalent surveying qualification required.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

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Property Clearance Operatives- Swindon/Bath- X1 Jobs Available

Property Clearance Operatives are needed for a mobile role in Swindon/Bath

The job duties are below are needed for long term positions working with one of the UK's largest Property Security, Maintenance and Management companies.

Duties will include:

• Driving and loading Vans and Caged Vans
• Cleaning and Clearing vacant social housing properties, both the interior and exterior gardens after the tenant has vacated the property.
• Remove any lounge, bedroom or kitchen furniture left behind.
• Remove any other items left behind by tenant
• Remove old carpets, underlay, curtains etc
• Remove any old/damaged outbuildings/sheds from the garden
• Trim back hedges and grassed garden areas
• Remove any debris left in gardens/tards/driveways
• Deliver and retrieve security keys
• Cleaning in the Properties such as doors, skirting and any other cleaning duties needed
• Any other tasks as directed by the site manager
• The first 30 mins of travel is unpaid

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 07:30am - 4:30pm with overtime available at good rates

These roles will become permanent after 13 weeks probation if all goes well.

Training will be provided

Immediate starts available

Candidates must have a driving licence

You will be paired up with a worker in the SN2 area

Please note that you will have to go for a one off induction in Bristol- travel expenses will be covered

Send a CV ASAP to lee.carr@ppmrecruit.com or call 01214508950

Your new company
A property business based in central Brighton is looking for a full-time permanent Administrator to join their team. This is an exciting time to join an award-winning company looking to expand their team.
Your new role
Below is a list of day-to-day responsibilities you will undertake in this role -

• Assisting with client, tenant and contractor enquiries on behalf of property managers
• Handling mail inboxes, inbound telephone calls and face to face enquiries
• Resolving any enquiries or complaints from tenants
• Maintain and update spreadsheets when required to ensure all information is kept up to date
• Mail merging letters
• General office administration duties e.g. general filing, assisting with telephone calls, photocopying documents, binding documents, collating bundles of documents and issuing them under guidance
• Management of property keys being taken and returned and registering door entry fobs
• Managing parking permits and monitoring CCTV footage when necessary
• Supporting directors in organising community events
• Issuing allotment licences and keys annually
• Producing newsletters for residents
• Liaising with utility companies if there are any queries to ensure all are dealt with and resolved with a suitable and successful outcome
• Health and safety administration records to be managed efficiently by assisting the heath and safety coordinator with the companies' database by uploading documentation, updating task diary and checking for any outstanding task every month for the property manager

What you'll need to succeed
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills with previous administration and customer service experience. You will be confident in handling all customer interactions including enquiries and complaints via telephone, email and face to face. You will have excellent attention to detail and be able to organise your work load efficiently. You will have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
What you'll get in return
This role is paying £26,989 per annum with 22days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays and will increase each year after 2 years of service. You can receive up to an additional 3 days due to the partnership's festive shut down period (no work between Christmas and New Year) and an additional day off for your birthday. A company pension contribution of 4% of your salary and after 2 years of service will go up to 7%. You will work Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm with a 1 hour 15 mins unpaid lunch break (36.25 hours per week). This role is fully office based.
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Are you a driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to work on a large high profile project with a main contractor who can offer fast track career progression?

Fawkes & Reece are partnered with a leading Contractor with projects in UK, Ireland, Mainland Europe, USA and Canada with an approx turnover of £600m. They specialise within Industrial Data Centres, Advanced Manufacturing, and Pharmaceuticals for global leading clients.

About the Role of Quantity Surveyor:

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in shaping project commercial strategies, managing subcontract packages efficiently and maximising project value, working on a large £150m new build industrial unit in Hull. You will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure the success of main and subcontract final accounts for one of the biggest companies globally.

Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor:

* As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in supporting our quantity surveying team to ensure efficient cost management and project delivery.
* Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities for construction projects.
* Support in conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, and value engineering.
* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure cost control and financial efficiency.
* Help monitor project progress, prepare interim valuations, and manage change orders.
* Assist in preparing tender documents, contracts, and procurement schedules.
* Contribute to the preparation of monthly cost reports and final accounts.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
* Participate in site visits and meetings to provide cost-related insights and support.

What's on offer for the Quantity Surveyor:

* Competitive basic salary up to £50,000 DOE
* Company Car Allowance
* Travel fully expensed In addition.
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Life Insurance
* Travel expensed
* Performance Bonus Scheme.
* Further training and qualifications offered.
* Excellent Continued professional development.

If you are interested in the Quantity Surveyor role, please apply with your updated CV or contact Alex Cocker in our Sheffield Office acocker@fr-group.co.uk

Fawkes And Reece are proud to be partnering with a leading Tier 2 Main Contractor in their search for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor working on a £65m 25 storey new build student accommodation project in Leeds.

The project will consist of over 100 new build apartments located in Leeds If you are passionate about construction with proven technical skills looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join my clients growing team.

This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

About The Role of a Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Contributing to project commercial strategies and taking ownership for their own subcontract packages
• Demonstrating understanding of internal and external tender strategies / build up
• Maximising project cash/value by effective management of subcontract
• Working with the Commercial Manager to agree and produce main and subcontract final accounts
• Contributing to relevant project procurement strategies with particular reference to issuing tender enquiries, package reconciliations and production of subcontract orders.

Benefits for a Senior Quantity Surveyor:

• Salary up to £80,000 DOE & bonus
• Car Allowance / Company Car
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension and much more…
• Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
• A wide range of corporate discounts

If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on 01142130903 or email through your CV to acocker@fr-group.co.uk.

Job Title: Construction Technician

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Full-time temp 35 hours per week

Location: North London

Morgan Hunt is working closely with a college in the North West to find exceptional Construction Technicians to join a successful department.

All applicants for this Construction Technician role must have:

• Industry experience
• Industry qualifications
• Recent experience of industry work / technician work
• Recent experience within a UK Secondary School or UK Further Education and Training College
• A valid, fully Enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to apply for one.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service in line with our safer recruitment policy.

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

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor working in the social housing sector looking for an opportunity to join one of the UK's leading contractors? or an experienced refurbishment Quantity Surveyor looking to get into the sector?

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with one of the UK's leading social housing contractor, looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team working on a range of schemes throughout Yorkshire within their Regeneration division.

The role of a Quantity Surveyor:

As Quantity Surveyor you will have the opportunity to develop through getting involved in all stages of the project and your duties will include; supporting project delivery whilst achieving target margins, ensuring all necessary contractual processes have been observed, notices issued, records kept and documents stored, prepare and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts including all necessary measurement, managing the variation account, site visits to monitor subcontractor activity and build up payments and working closely with site teams and clients. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, consultants, subcontractors, and your colleagues across the Regeneration division.

Requirements of a Quantity Surveyor:

* Relevant qualification or degree.

* Previous Quantity Surveying experience within the construction industry.

* Be client-driven, with strong decision making and communication skills, candidates will be able to prioritise work against tight deadlines and sometimes conflicting priorities.

* Demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong numeracy, literacy and IT skills, the ability to work to tight deadlines and work well within a team.

Benefits for a Quantity Surveyor:

* Salary up to £60k DOE + Bonus entitlement based on performance.
* Holidays - 26 days + bank holidays.
* Life Assurance.
* Pension scheme.
* Private medical insurance.
* Ability to purchase additional holiday.
* Access to discount portal.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Digital GP.
* Employee assistance programme.
* Sharesave scheme.

* Industry leading training and personal development plan.

To apply please contact Alex Cocker at our Sheffield office for more information on acocker@fr-group.co.uk or 07990 766 855

Property Clearance Operatives- Swindon/Bath- X1 Jobs Available

Property Clearance Operatives are needed for a mobile role in Swindon/Bath

The job duties are below are needed for long term positions working with one of the UK's largest Property Security, Maintenance and Management companies.

Duties will include:

• Driving and loading Vans and Caged Vans
• Cleaning and Clearing vacant social housing properties, both the interior and exterior gardens after the tenant has vacated the property.
• Remove any lounge, bedroom or kitchen furniture left behind.
• Remove any other items left behind by tenant
• Remove old carpets, underlay, curtains etc
• Remove any old/damaged outbuildings/sheds from the garden
• Trim back hedges and grassed garden areas
• Remove any debris left in gardens/tards/driveways
• Deliver and retrieve security keys
• Cleaning in the Properties such as doors, skirting and any other cleaning duties needed
• Any other tasks as directed by the site manager
• The first 30 mins of travel is unpaid

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 07:30am - 4:30pm with overtime available at good rates

These roles will become permanent after 13 weeks probation if all goes well.

Training will be provided

Immediate starts available

Candidates must have a driving licence

You will be paired up with a worker in the SN2 area

Please note that you will have to go for a one off induction in Bristol- travel expenses will be covered

Send a CV ASAP to lee.carr@ppmrecruit.com or call 01214508950

Are you a driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to work on a large high profile project with a main contractor who can offer fast track career progression?

Fawkes & Reece are partnered with a leading Contractor with projects in UK, Ireland, Mainland Europe, USA and Canada with an approx turnover of £600m. They specialise within Industrial Data Centres, Advanced Manufacturing, and Pharmaceuticals for global leading clients.

About the Role of Quantity Surveyor:

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in shaping project commercial strategies, managing subcontract packages efficiently and maximising project value, working on a large £150m new build industrial unit in Hull. You will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure the success of main and subcontract final accounts for one of the biggest companies globally.

Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor:

* As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will play a vital role in supporting our quantity surveying team to ensure efficient cost management and project delivery.
* Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities for construction projects.
* Support in conducting feasibility studies, risk assessments, and value engineering.
* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure cost control and financial efficiency.
* Help monitor project progress, prepare interim valuations, and manage change orders.
* Assist in preparing tender documents, contracts, and procurement schedules.
* Contribute to the preparation of monthly cost reports and final accounts.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
* Participate in site visits and meetings to provide cost-related insights and support.

What's on offer for the Quantity Surveyor:

* Competitive basic salary up to £50,000 DOE
* Company Car Allowance
* Travel fully expensed In addition.
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Life Insurance
* Travel expensed
* Performance Bonus Scheme.
* Further training and qualifications offered.
* Excellent Continued professional development.

If you are interested in the Quantity Surveyor role, please apply with your updated CV or contact Alex Cocker in our Sheffield Office acocker@fr-group.co.uk

Are you an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to fast track your career with a UK leading Construction, Fit-Out and Refurbishment contractor?

Due to continued growth, Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a UK leading contractor in their search for an experienced and driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor. You will be joining a dynamic and passionate team which has been going for over 30 years who's aim is to be the construction company of choice for their clients, continuously working with them through innovation, service and quality in order to provide them with a certainty of delivery that they can rely on.

You will be working on a £20m facades refurbishment of a 488 bed residential high rise project. The project will be across 2 residential blocks ranging from 26-31 storeys high with associated landscaping and parking.

Required Skills/Experience:

Experience working within the Construction Sector
Relevant degree/qualifications.
Strong commercial understanding.

What's on offer?

26 days annual leave + Birthday + Bank Holidays
Regular social events
Competitive salary
Generous car allowance
Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Salary Extras App - discounted retail vouchers and employee perks

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information please call the Sheffield F&R office (North) on 0114 213 0900 (option 3) and ask for Alex.

Mechanical Construction Manager - West London c£300-350 a day CIS - temp - 12 months - Tier One Data Centre Contractor

Are you an established Freelance Mechanical Construction Manager with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector?
Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the UK's most prestigious Data Centre contractors on a large new build Data Centre in West London?
Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard as part of a team on a M&E package of c£100M. Previous experience within critical systems environment would be advantageous. Main duties will be to manage and oversee the delivery by appointed M&E sub-contractor of all mechanical systems, including specialist cooling systems, and ensuring all Health and Site Safety is in place and adhered to.
As one of the UK's leading recruiters, Fawkes & Reece specialises in all areas of Building Services and M&E, from M&E Quantity Surveyors, M&E Estimators, M&E Project managers, M&E Managers, M&E Project and M&E Design Engineers, M&E Coordinators and CAD Draughtsman.
For the latest "Building Services" opportunities in your area contact Steve Snelling at Fawkes and Reece London

Are you an experienced Pre-Construction Manager looking for a new opportunity with a leading Tier 1 Contractor?

As a Pre-Construction Manager you'll be working within the Building Solutions Team, supporting them in the delivery of Pre-Construction Services .

Your day to day will include:

• Manage and coordinate the Pre-Construction activities of either traditional or design and build projects once awarded, with responsibility for managing the Pre-Construction process from tender issue through to handover to the operational team

• Work collaboratively with the members of the Pre-Construction team, inclusive of governance, commercial, estimating, planning, and design management to ensure milestones are identified, monitored, and achieved to successfully complete the Pre-Construction process.

• Attend site visits to view the project during the Pre-Construction stage and engage with designers and supply chain partners as necessary to inform the detailed design and pricing process.

What are we looking for?

This role of Pre-Construction Manager is great for you if:

• HNC/HND/Degree in a construction or engineering subject and / or Membership of a relevant body (CIOB, APM, CIAT, RICS)

• Previous Pre-Construction experience on projects up to £10m with strong experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams

• A proven record of successful multi-project delivery through management of a skilled team of people
• CSCS Card
• Full UK Drivers Licence

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Up TO £70k DOE
• Car Allowance
• Healthcare
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Competitive annual leave & bank holidays

How to apply?:

Please contact Alex in our Sheffield Office on 0114 213 0900 or acocker@fr-group.co.uk

Job Title:Senior Quantity Surveyor

Thorn Baker has teamed up one of the North of England's largest privately-owned construction businesses who over the past 25 years have provided commercial build, civil engineering, and affordable and private housing services to the private and public sector and are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team and cover two housing / residential projects in Sheffield.

What's in it for you:

Competitive Salaryup to £55,000
Private pensionand healthcare
Hybrid working
Opportunities for training and development

Required Skills:

Minimum of a relevant HND or equivalent
Experience of working on projects within the housing / residential sector
Fully conversant with Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellentattention to detail andcommunication skills (written and telephone)
A"can do/ will do" attitudeand good time management skills

Your Responsibilities:

Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Accounts
Procurement of sub-contractors in line with target programme and company policy requirements for competency of sub-contractors, recommendations, orders, warranties. including pre-order meetings
Contract administration of sub-contracts (including progress meetings/delay evaluation/variations/ day works /cleanup notices/damages/material waste/defects/relevant notices)
Timely and accurate assessment and payment of sub-contractors applications and issuance of payment notifications to sub-contractor, including contra charges
Final Account agreement of sub-contract accounts
Measurement of quantities both on site and from drawings
Timely and accurate evaluation of variations/provisional sum expenditure and monitoring of the same
Weekly direct labour & plant subcontractor payments
Material cost control
Accurate production of internal valuations, sub-contract liabilities and cost value reconciliations in line with the Commercial reporting timetable
Working closely with the Site Manager and rest of delivery team to monitor progress and its effect on margin and producing joint monthly preliminaries budgets
Ensuring good quality & accurate records are kept and maintained
Delay identification/notification/ in tandem with Quantity Surveying line manager
Take off & preparation of bills of quantities for estimating department for tender submissions

For more information on the role please contact Chloeat Thorn Baker on07733 314 668 or email:chloe.taquin@thornbaker.co.uk

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