Total 62 Construction / Property job vacancies in Exeter, Devon, EX1 1JN

Your new company
Your chance to work for an organisation that can really make a difference.
This role is full time, permanent, Monday - Friday standard office hours.
Salary is £28k -£30k depending on experience.

Your new role

• Diary management, handling enquiries, scheduling and co-ordinating meetings and appointments.
• Recording and management of client and agent data.
• Producing and distributing mail shots.
• Managing search portals and alerts and co-ordinating viewings with agents and clients.
• Creating client sites using photos and videos of viewings undertaken by our Consultants.
• Reviewing architectural plans for adaptations based on individual client needs.
• Assist our Marketing using social media, selling the company and clients to agents.
• Networking with agents and clients to form long standing working relationships.
• Serving as a point of contact and updating clients and stakeholders regularly.
• Building and maintaining relationships
• Managing expectations.
• Liaising with our Architectural Team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience within residential sales or lettings within estate agency preferred
• Good legislation knowledge
• Planning and time management skills
• Administrative skills
• Communication skills
• Organisation and prioritisation skills
• IT literate.

What you'll get in return
Good salary
Team Bonus
Free parking on site
Pension contribution
Holiday allowance.

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 about your career.

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Your new company
Working for a company which is making a difference with the struggles people are having in the property market at present.
This role is full-time, permanent Monday-Friday standard office hours.

Your new role
As a Property Progressor, it will be your role to help ensure the smooth progression of the purchase process for our clients following acceptance of offer through to completion; organising and detailing the required due diligence and resolving issues along the way. You will be providing the highest level of communication and customer service to all clients and ensure they are updated and advised accordingly.

• Liaise with a range of contractors to obtain quotes and availability for reports to be undertaken to include building survey & valuation, gas, electrical, asbestos, timber & damp and any other reports necessary.
• Communicate with agents to educate the necessity of the due diligence required and organise specialist visits.
• Being a point of contact for agents and clients/stakeholders for advice
• Improve the process of transaction from agreed purchase to completion
• Implementing ideas and strategies to improve efficiency and timescales
• Reviewing architectural plans for adaptations based on individual client needs.
• Diary management, handling enquiries, scheduling and co-ordinating meetings and appointments.
• Recording and management of client and agent data.
• Marketing using social media, selling the company and clients to agents.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience within residential sales or sales progression within estate agency preferred
• Good legislation knowledge
• Planning and time management skills
• Administrative skills
• Communication skills
• Organisation and prioritisation skills
• IT literate.

What you'll get in return
Good rate of pay
Team bonus
Pension contribution
Holiday allowance

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 about 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

Your new company
You will have the opportunity to work with a well established charity supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals in society. This charity runs projects throughout the year and has supported thousands of individuals out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse and more.

Your new role
£27,800 per year
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Exeter (willingness to travel across the South-West)

Additional information:Travel requirements may occasionally involve an overnight stay, so some flexibility in working hours is needed. However, there is no weekend or evening work.

Working as part of the Facilities and Health & Safety Department to complete property inspections to maintain and enhance the condition of their property portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

• Approximately 130 properties across the South West of England. These are pre-dominantly residential properties but also include hostels, retail shops and offices. These properties need to be inspected annually by the Property Inspector, but with support provided by the H&S Officer.
• To provide accurate property inspection reports on the compliance of the property, ensuring that each building meets the applicable safety standards and contributing to maintaining 100% safety and compliance across the portfolio.
• To support with the delivery of training of other members of staff on Property/ Housing Management to help develop this knowledge and these skills across the organisation.
• To maintain and foster good working relationships with key stakeholders: internal teams, residents and landlords.

What you'll need to succeed

• Full valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle with appropriate business insurance and willingness to use for work purpose and travel across the region with occasional overnight visits.
• At least 1 year experience in property management.
• Knowledge on compliance framework for buildings

What you'll get in return

• Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
• Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme.
• 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment. Plus bank holidays
• A generous and competitive pension scheme
• Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme
• A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
• For all the fantastic and valuable work you'll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands

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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Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Main Contractor

Location: Exeter

Are you an experienced and driven Quantity Surveyor seeking an exciting opportunity with a leading Contractor in the vibrant South West region? Look no further! We are currently recruiting for a couple of skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our prestigious client and play a pivotal role in managing high-profile construction projects with an extensive pipeline of work.

Job Overview:

As a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of our projects, ensuring cost efficiency and effective budget control throughout the construction process. Working closely with a talented team of professionals, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our projects and showcase your expertise in quantity surveying.

Key Responsibilities:

Take the lead in all financial matters related to construction projects, from tender stage to project completion.

Manage cost estimates, budgets, and procurement processes, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards.

Conduct thorough cost analysis, identifying potential areas for cost-saving measures and providing recommendations to the project team.

Prepare and evaluate subcontractor agreements and ensure their compliance with project requirements.

Collaborate with the project team to monitor and control project expenses, anticipating and addressing financial risks and variations.

Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, highlighting project performance and financial status to senior management.

Foster strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders, ensuring their satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.

Mentor and support junior members of the quantity surveying team, promoting professional growth and development.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry, ideally with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.

In-depth knowledge of quantity surveying practices, contract administration, and cost management.

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage budgets and control project finances effectively.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining positive relationships.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Sound understanding of construction contracts and relevant legislation.

Professional qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines would be advantageous.

Location:

South West - Their projects are located in various areas within the region, providing exciting opportunities for career growth and advancement.

How to Apply:

If you are a results-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a challenging and rewarding role within a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor, we want to hear from you! Please submit your up-to-date CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position.

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 role

Are you a member of the RICS and looking for your next challenge?

Do you thrive when covering a broad range of surveying specialities as part of your role?

Then National Highways have the role for you!

We're looking for a Senior Estates Surveyor to join our team based in Exeter to deliver estates inputs into property projects, making sure the organisation complies with government property legislation and has an estate of the right size, condition, and location. As part of the role, you will support the provision of strategic property advice across National Highways offices and operational estate.

This role will be worked on a hybrid basis, with regular travel to our Exeter office. The successful candidate will need to travel to estates at various points when required.

What you'll be leading on

• Provide advice on property acquisitions and disposals and on Landlord/Tenant issues to maintain the value and condition of the Estate.
• Deal with day-to-day case work on complex/high value property transactions.
• Support the Principal Estates Surveyor on the programme and project management for the delivery of complex/high value works.
• Manage specific activities of the company's property supply chain (professional real estate advisors, agents, and solicitors).
• Build and manage strong relationships with project managers and their teams by providing reliable, accurate and professionally-sound property advice.

To be successful you'll need

• Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with extensive previous experience of estates/property strategy, property acquisitions, disposals and landlord and tenant's matters.
• Evidence of successfully delivering Estates projects to time
• Ability to assimilate and convey complex and challenging information to a variety of audiences.
• Exposure to different types of industries and sectors.
• Influencing and negotiation skills.

A bit about us

The National Highways estate is complex, spanning a huge variety of property types, from depots, outstations and control centres through to farmland and houses. Our division is responsible for all manner of property matters for this estate, ranging from acquiring sites and buildings for our occupation all the way through to the disposal of surplus land.

As part of Business Services, we work closely across the business to ensure the estate reflects the current needs of the company and our people.

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Templer HomeBuild look forward to welcoming a Senior Building Surveyor into its multi-disciplinary team of Building and Compliance Surveyors in Newton Abbot.

We are seeking an individual with strong leadership, planning, organising and problem-solving skills. You will be knowledgeable of Building Regulations and Housing Standards and have proven leadership experience of a professional surveying team. This is a fantastic role with package to suit.

Templer HomeBuild are a wholly owned subsidiary of Teign Housing, with a strong connection to Ian Williams Ltd, offering you long term stability and security. We deliver a comprehensive repairs, voids, compliance, and planned works service to residents throughout the Teignbridge and surrounding areas.

Benefits:


Private mileage scheme and fuel card
Let us help you prepare for your future with an employer pension contribution of up to 7%
31 Days Holiday per year which includes Bank Holidays, but you may want longer or less, so buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year
Life Insurance & Private Medical Insurance
Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice.
Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay.


The Senior Building Surveyor role:


Engages with the Client, Residents & Stakeholders to understand and manage a range of complex housing needs. Following this you will continually provide professional advice and guidance and practical, cost-effective solutions
Provides regular reports to the Commercial Manager, Director of Operations and Executive team as necessary
Works closely with the commercial & operational teams to ensure alignment of objectives to deliver consistent quality and value for money
Oversees and manages the technical and regulatory aspects of contracts
Manages, develops and leads a multi-disciplinary team of Building and Compliance Surveyors, providing leadership and direction to the technical team


What will you bring as a Senior Building Surveyor?


Degree, professional qualification or equivalent MRICS or MCIOB an advantage, ILM Level 4 an advantage
Good technical writing, pre and post contract experience, knowledge of CDM, Building Regulations & Housing standards
Proven experience gained from within the FM, housing or Construction industry/Project management experience
Ability to motivate, coach and mentor a high performing team - leadership & people development experience
Ability to build relationships with the Client, Residents & Stakeholders to ensure their sometimes-conflicting priorities are managed to deliver the desired outcome. Excellent communication skills are a must


Additional Benefits include:


Annual pay reviews
Training and development opportunities
Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family
Specsavers vouchers
For information on all other additional benefits, we do to enhance your work/life balance, please visit our website.


About Templer HomeBuild

We are an exciting venture, with the security and stability of being a subsidiary company of Teign Housing, with a strong connection with Ian Williams, where we benefit from their expertise of being one of the UKs leading property services companies.

We deliver a comprehensive responsive repairs service (including gas servicing and repairs) as well as offering a host of additional property services such as planned maintenance works, voids, cyclical painting solutions and appliance testing and repairs.

We are passionate about people and firmly believe that our success will only be maintained if we continue to offer you a great place to work, support you with the right benefits and provide you with the opportunity to develop your career and fulfil your potential.

We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date based on application volumes.

Templer HomeBuild is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Templer HomeBuild —it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a criminal records check. As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), we comply fully with the code of practice and undertake to treat all applicants for positions fairly.

Templer HomeBuild will use applicants’ details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website.

We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies; therefore, we politely request no agencies engage with us regarding this position.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Residential Property Solicitor / Legal Executive to join a well-established law firm. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary. Working hours:36.25 per week.

As a Residential Property Solicitor / Legal Executive, you will manage residential property cases efficiently and providing legal advice to the clients.

What we are looking for.

- Previously worked as a Residential Property Solicitor, Legal executive, Conveyancing Executiveor in a similar role.

- Proven experience in managing a busy conveyancing caseload

- Strong computer skills.

- Strong communication skills and client engagement

- Enhanced DBS check.

Apply now for this exceptional Residential Property Solicitor opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal team and advance your career.

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Are you well organised and enjoy providing an excellent service to customers and colleagues?

A fantastic new opportunity for a Coordinator to support our Property Services team and join our fast-paced operations support teams across our regions.

The role will be based out of our Exeter Office on a Permanent full time basis.

About Sovereign Network Group (SNG)

We are thrilled to have joined forces with Network Homes in October 2023, which now places us as the 6th largest housing association in the UK. Sovereign and Network Homes have come together as SNG (Sovereign Network Group) – an organisation that takes the best of both and makes it even better.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include receiving work orders and scheduling work diaries for trades employees completing repairs and maintenance works for our residents. You'll enjoy liaising with trade staff and other repairs staff to make sure all appointment targets are met and liaise with residents about their scheduled repair and maintenance works.

Responsible to deliver the right outcome for our customer
Provide a first point of contact within your area for business partners
Assist in complaint and query resolution
Seek opportunities to improve performance and offer solutions
Establish and maintain own effectiveness by developing strong working relationships with team members, business stakeholders

What we look for

Solid experience in administration within a busy customer focused role
Some understanding of building maintenance terminology preferred
Experience of using a number of different computer systems
Ability to manage your own work load
Strong customer service focus & Confident telephone manner
The ability to think quickly and clearly under pressure
Empathy and a passion for helping people
As someone committed to customer service, you'll work as part of our Property Team responsible for scheduling repairs and maintenance works to fit with the diaries of our trade staff and contractors
Rewards package

£450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
25 Days Holiday (pro rata + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
Generous company pension scheme, matched up to 12%
Flexible working
Recognition scheme
Wellbeing discounts

At Sovereign Network Group, we are passionate about inclusion for all and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. We encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger.

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JOB TITLE: Structural Engineer

The COMPANY
Since 1978 our client, a multi-disciplined Structural Engineering practice, have carved a strong niche for themselves, being recognised as one of the UK's preeminent consultancies for dealing with complex and sensitive projects. A reputation they have earned due to the quality of their service and most importantly their staff. In a supportive team atmosphere, my Client was the first organisation in the construction industry to win a Platinum Investors in People Award, they employ talented and ambitious professionals. This client first ethos and commitment to service excellence has been enhanced since joining a complementary legal and professional services PLC which has accelerated their growth offering outstanding career opportunities for ambitious quality professionals.
The majority of their work falls into the following categories;

Engineering
* Structural Investigations
* Expert Witness
* Reinforced Concrete
* Structural Steelwork
* Specialist Timber
* Bridges & Highways
* Refurbishment & Conservation
* New Build & Infrastructure
Insurance
* Design & Contract Administration
* Defect Investigations & Causation Reports
* Cost Advice
* Expert Witness & Liability
* Recovery Claims
* Specialist Claims & Complaints
* Party Wall, CDM, Structural Design
* Statutory Applications
* Listed Buildings
Surveying
* Pre-Purchase Surveys
* Defect Diagnosis & Repairs
* Party Wall
* CDM 2015
* Design & Contract Administration
* Expert Witness
* Cost Advice
* Conservation & Specialist Projects



The ROLE
An exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineer to build your career within our team based in the South West for this well established consultancy, the successful Structural Engineer Candidate will be required to simultaneously work on an eclectic mix of projects in a variety of arenas to;

* Provide engineering design and consultancy services to a wide range of projects, mainly residential and commercial builds
* Ensure that sufficient and full information is available on all projects
* Carry out site visits
* Provide advice and guidance on builds and projects
* Project management of building projects, typically £250K-£500K
* Report writing
* Design utilising a variety of materials including steel, concrete and masonary

The CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for an ambitious candidate possessing the desire to further develop their career within a Civil/Structural Engineering practice. The right person will have the following experience:

* Considerable experience as a Structural Engineer
* Strong academic background within a relevant discipline
* The desire to develop a career
* Good knowledge of current building standards, analysis and codes of practice
* Enthusiastic and self-motivated
* Professional telephone manner with good interpersonal and communication skills.

SALARY: Depending om Experience, 7.5% into pension


LOCATION:
This role is commutable from:
Exeter
Taunton
Bristol
Bridgwater
Plymouth
Dorchester
Yeovil
Bath

ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES:
Structural Engineer, Chartered Engineer, Senior Structural Engineer, Assistant Structural Engineer, Senior Civil Engineer, Assistant Civil Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Civil/Structural Engineer. Stress Engineer, Architectural Technician, Assistant Engineer (Structural), Design Engineer (Civils), Structural Consultant, Architectural Engineer, Design Engineer (Structural),

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Are you looking for a role where you can put your hands-on skills to good use? Do you want a job where you are outdoors and solving problems? If so, we want to hear from you!

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an Estate Worker to join our team on a 12 months fixed-term contract. In this role you will be working across our two sites, Devonport Leats and the Mary Tavy Hydro Leats, based in Tavistock/ Princetown area. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return you will receive a competitive salary of £28,816 per annum plus a range of excellent benefits + rewards.

About the role

In this role you will take ownership of operating and overseeing the maintenance of the leats canal, river banks and infrastructure by applying your experience in using a range of various methods such as stone walling. As an Estate Worker, you will have experience in digger driving, chainsaws, stonewalling and footpath maintenance, blended with an awareness of the countryside, willing to work in all weather conditions and knowledge of Dartmoor.

What you’ll be doing:
• Repair and maintain the water courses and sluices, using traditional methods in stone, concrete, timber, metal and granite etc.
• Tree felling, grass cutting, painting, fencing and general duties.
• Routine tasks, such as reservoir safety checks, leat inspection and trash clearance at reservoirs and intakes.
• Operation of machinery, including fixed and mobile plant including trash rake cleaners, dumpers, swing shovels, pumps, concrete mixers and grass cutting machinery etc
• Repair and maintenance of grounds and buildings.
• General building work.
• Adjustments to equipment controlling machinery such as intake gates, reservoir levels and trash rakes.
• Assist in the management of spares and stores.

What we are looking for:
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Technical skills
• H&S awareness of working safely
• Team Worker as well as the ability to work alone and unsupervised
• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow written procedures
• Experience in digger driving, stonewalling, footpath maintenance and using chainsaws
• Awareness of the countryside
• Geographic knowledge of leat systems on Dartmoor (Desirable)
• NVQ level 2 in general estates or building work (Desirable)

What's in it for you:

At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:
Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox
A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more
A discretionary Bonus
Competitive Contributory Pension
And plenty more!

Closing Date: 30th October 2024

If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Estate Worker - we look forward to receiving your application.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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At Ian Williams, our mission is “To be loved by our customers and employees”, and as part of this, we are invested in developing our people, to support the growth and future success of Ian Williams.

As part of this, we have an exciting opportunity in Woodbury to join our Trainee Surveyor programme 2024.

Salary :


£21,469 to £25,558 dependant on qualifications


Benefits:


Be part of our company profit share scheme (12.32% of our salary was paid out this year)
Let us help you prepare for your future with an employer pension contribution of up to 7%
A car allowance of £6,500 will be honoured after successful completion of two Performance Reviews (average time to achieve this is 14 months).
Annual leave, buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year
Annual pay reviews
Life Insurance
Mentoring support, and training throughout the Trainee Surveyor programme.


The Trainee Surveyor role:

You’ll have responsibility from day one; your time will be split between “on the job” training and working on live projects/contracts. You’ll learn all the skills you’ll need for a bright future in our growing business from our experienced Surveyors, Managing Surveyors, Commercial Managers and Business Managers.

As a Trainee Surveyor, you will learn how to actively price materials and labour for our repairs and maintenance workstream, focusing on reducing costs and improving efficiencies, therefore having a real impact on our profitability and our commercial success.

How will you do this?


Initially supporting, but developing responsibility for the financial and technical aspects of the contract, including procurement, invoicing, payments, cash flow and cost control
You will learn to understand how to create cost efficiencies where possible, maximising value and ultimately making a profit
Collaboration- you will meet and work with direct labour and subcontractors, understanding their roles and expectations of the service we deliver in the response product
We will instil confidence in your communication, to develop and maintain relationships with your team, customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and our client
You will learn how to procure materials and sub contractors, through negotiation skills
You will support and learn how to produce monthly commercial reports, including Cost Value Reconciliations, so you become accountable for the cost and profit of the contract
As your training progresses, you will be involved in tendering and winning new work and managing relationships with our key clients.


You may not identify with all the terminology, but that is where the Trainee Surveyor programme, your mentor and the business will support you in your development journey.


You will join other trainees in attending a structured modular training programme delivered by our own Academy, and, depending on your experience, you could also achieve further professional qualifications externally i.e. Level 4 Apprenticeship Quantity Surveying.

On completion of your training scheme, you will begin on the Ian Williams Surveyor pathway, and we are proud to say that many of our trainees have progressed to management roles within Ian Williams.

Who you are

As a minimum you will need to be educated to at least A-level standard, or equivalent i.e Level 3. You will have achieved a Maths GCSE (or equivalent) grade 4/C or above.

Although not essential to your application, a surveying related qualification, or industry experience would be advantageous.

You may have completed some work experience in the industry already, or be completely new to it – but either way we would expect you to show passion and acknowledgment/ understanding for the work we do.

You would describe yourself as having a logical, analytical approach, an interest in numeracy/ maths, excellent IT skills. You enjoy engaging with a wide variety of people, including internal and external stakeholders, whether its building rapport within the team, negotiating or building relations with new contacts.

Application journey


Complete the online application form (completing all questions) and attach your CV by the closing date of Friday 25th October
If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to a telephone/video interview, following this you will be sent two exercises to complete
If successful, we would be delighted to invite you to meet the Manager in your local office


Additional Benefits include:


Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support employee’s health and wellbeing including free legal and financial advice
Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay
Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family
Specsavers vouchers
For information on all other additional benefits we do, to enhance your work/life balance please visit our website


About Ian Williams

Discover more, not just from our website but through our Facebook, LinkedIn, Indeed and Glassdoor pages.

We reserve the right to shortlist prior to the closing date based on application volumes.

Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams—it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different.

Ian Williams Ltd will use applicants’ details for recruitment purposes only. For more information, please read our Candidate Privacy Notice located at our website.

We are delighted to have strong relationships with our preferred agencies, therefore we politely request no agencies engage with us in regards to this position.

Position: Estate Agency Branch Manager

Location: Barnstaple

Salary: £40,000 OTE

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Acorn by Synerige is working alongside a reputable and well-established Estate Agency firm with a strong reputation for providing exceptional customer service and delivering successful results for our clients.

We welcome applications from Valuers, Negotiators and Assistant Managers looking for their next step in their career.

Role Overview:

As the Estate Agency Branch Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of our branch in Barnstaple. You will lead a small team of dedicated Sales Negotiators and Valuers, ensuring they provide the highest level of service to our clients. As the leader of the branch, you will also be responsible for driving sales and maximising profits.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage the overall performance of the branch

- Lead, motivate, and train a team of Sales Negotiators and Valuers to achieve their targets and deliver excellent service to clients.

- Monitor and analyze the local property market to ensure competitive pricing and effective marketing strategies.

- Oversee the valuation process and provide guidance to the Valuers on pricing and market trends.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and ensure their needs are met.

- Conduct regular performance reviews and implement improvement plans where necessary.

- Manage the branch's budget and ensure all financial targets are achieved.

- Ensure compliance with all legal and company policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience:

- Experience in Estate Agency, with a proven track record in sales

- Previous management experience is highly desirable, however we welcome applications from Valuers, Negotiators and Assistant Managers looking for their next step

- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop a team.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.

- A thorough understanding of the local property market and current trends.

- A solid understanding of legal and compliance requirements within the Estate Agency industry

- Proven experience in achieving targets and driving sales.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary package including a basic salary and commission.

- Company car (optional)

- Supportive and collaborative working environment.

- Opportunities for career progression within the company.

- Full training and development provided.

- Company pension scheme.

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We, Ian Williams, are in a fortunate position to be increasing our Commercial team, by introducing a new role of Senior Surveyor. Based in our estbalished Exmouth Business unit, you will be providing mentoring/ coaching to the existing Quantity Surveying team, consisting of two Trainee Surveyors and two Quantity Surveyors.

The contract we deliver is unique; we deliver all our services direct to the client. These include Response/ Voids, Planned Maintenance and Compliance works, making the total contract worth £13m per year.

This provides the commercial and operational Business the opportunity to have variety within their work, focusing on ensuring that you and the team, are devliering an exceptional service to the client, building strong relations whilst driving down the costs and mazimising on profit.

Benefits:


Be part of the company profit share scheme (12% of base salary achieved last year)
Car allowance of £6500, with a private mileage scheme and a fuel card
Prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% OR a savings scheme.
Annual pay reviews
Life, Medical and Permanent Health Insurance
Annual leave. Buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year.
Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice.
Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay.
Training and development opportunities
Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family, and Specsavers vouchers


The Senior Surveyor role:

As Senior Surveyor, you will actively work as part of the commercial team as a Senior Surveyor, supporting the Managing Surveyor with commercial decisions and reporting, to ultimately impact the unit’s overall profitability/commercial success , making improvements for the future. This will include:


Developing and maintaining a high performing surveying team to ensure delivery of contracts at or above agreed profit performance
Working with SoR, you will analyse and review all payments to source solutions that will enable you to have the most cost effective contract for yourselves, whilst maintaining the client relationship.
Preparing valuations to closely monitor contract performance, striving for better solutions and outcomes and really steering the commercial contract performance
Overseeing and managing financial and technical aspects of the contract including procurement, invoicing, and payment to minimise costs, maximise value and cash flow, and meet profit and debtor day targets.
Mentoring and training new surveyors and trainees and support all commercial aspects within your unit and the wider response product, where applicable
Developing and maintaining positive and collaborative relationships with colleagues, the customers/clients, subcontractors, and suppliers


What will you bring as a Senior Surveyor?


A proven ability to minimise cost and maximise value, profit, and cash flow effectively, ideally from within a maintenance contracting environment or similar
Demonstrable people leadership skills, whether that be managing an experienced team, or mentoring Trainees
The ability to process high volumes of data analysis, with the use of IT systems, and Excel
Experience of working with direct labour and subcontract procurement
Experience of working on Schedule of Rates contracts is desirable, with the ability to price minor works from first principles.


About Ian Williams Ltd:

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Ian Williams is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is more than a commitment at Ian Williams—it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, and all other characteristics that make us different.

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 main contractor based in Exeter. This company has a strong national presence and operates through multiple regional offices across the UK. They deliver high-quality projects across various sectors, including education, healthcare, leisure, commercial, mixed-use residential, office space, and MOD.

About The Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead one of the contractor's upcoming projects. You will manage the project from pre-construction through to final account and client handover. Additionally, you will be responsible for client interaction and may oversee a junior surveyor reporting to you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of all procurement activities
• Manage sub-contract packages
• Conduct monthly CVRs

Requirements:

• HNC/Degree qualified (Quantity Surveying or Construction Management preferred)
• Proven track record of administering JCT and NEC contracts
• Must reside in Hampshire and be willing to commute to site/office

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £75k + package
• Opportunity to diversify your project portfolio
• Clear career progression pathways
• Pipeline of local projects

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded main contractor. If you're interested in applying or would like more information, please submit your CV or contact Ella Slack at our Southampton office on 07752 467543.

Acorn by Synergie are actively seeking an experienced Sales Negotiator to join one of the longest established firms of Estate Agents and Auctioneers in the heart of North Devon.

Scope of the role:

You will become the face of the company and play a pivotal role acting as the primary liaison between buyer and sellers in the area.

Key responsibilities:

• Communicate with clients to understand their property requirements and preferences.
• Conduct property viewings and provide detailed information about the properties.
• Negotiate offers between buyers and sellers.
• Prepare and present offers to clients.
• Coordinate property inspections and surveys.
• Assist in the preparation of contracts and other legal documents.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions.
• Stay up-to-date with the local real estate market trends.

Experience required:

• Previous experience in a similar role preferable.
• Experience in valuing would be desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to drive due to the nature of the role.

Benefits:

• Company pension.
• Competitive bonus structure.
• Working within a fantastic, experienced team within one of the longest standing firms in the Country.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Jemma Wheelden on 01271 343222 or email Jemma.wheelden@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme