Total 66 Construction / Property job vacancies in Exeter, Devon, NG9 6RZ

Great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a Southwest Region commercial team!

Location: Plymouth & Southwest

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive

What will you be responsible for?

• As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be a key part of the commercial team working on projects that range in value from £10M - £25M.
• Advising on financial feasibility of projects at early stages.
• Organising the division of projects into component work packages for procurement.
• Assessing returns from sub-contractors and awarding work packages.
• Negotiating with subcontractor supply chain to achieve best value.
• Monitoring and measuring actual expenditure against budgeted project expenditure in the form of CVR.
• Leading a team of Surveyors.

What are they looking for?

• Expert Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Prior experience in acting as the Senior Surveyor on high value construction projects.
• Degree qualified.
• Based within the Southwest region.
• Experience working on projects £10m+.

Construction is changing and my client is at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing themselves as one of the top employers in the industry.

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Exeter & South West

Job type: Permanent

Salary: Leading + package for the region

I am assisting a major construction organisation in the search for a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. If you are passionate about the commercial aspects of construction and are looking for an exciting opportunity within the industry then come and join the team today. This is a great opportunity to progress your career working for a diverse and supportive team.

As the Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Complete and submit monthly cost reports.
• Produce procurement strategy updates.
• Produce Internal/External progress reports alongside developing and implementing internal and external tender stage and delivery strategies.
• Agree external valuations upstream/downstream to maintain a positive project cash flow and produce and agree main and subcontract final accounts.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary for the region.
• Flexible working.
• Car Allowance and or Company Car.
• Extensive corporate benefits.
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV.

Please contact Sam today for more information!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a Southwest Region commercial team!

Location: Exeter & Southwest

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive

What will you be responsible for?

• As the Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be a key part of the commercial team working on projects that range in value from £10M - £25M.
• Advising on financial feasibility of projects at early stages.
• Organising the division of projects into component work packages for procurement.
• Assessing returns from sub-contractors and awarding work packages.
• Negotiating with subcontractor supply chain to achieve best value.
• Monitoring and measuring actual expenditure against budgeted project expenditure in the form of CVR.
• Leading a team of Surveyors.

What are they looking for?

• Expert Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Prior experience in acting as the Senior Surveyor on high value construction projects.
• Degree qualified.
• Based within the Southwest region.
• Experience working on projects £10m+.

Construction is changing and my client is at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing themselves as one of the top employers in the industry.

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Hays are proud to be working in partnership with Southwest Norse to recruit for a Development Surveyor!
A unique opportunity has arisen to shape and directly influence the Southwest landscape, overseeing and delivering on development opportunities across Devon and the wider Southwest region - this is your opportunity to make a difference for generations to come across quaint market towns, bustling cities, areas of outstanding natural beauty and miles of historic coastline.

About Southwest Norse: You will be joining an award-winning, multi-disciplinary property consultancy who deliver high profile and inspiring property services for a range of public and private sector clients. Norse Group are perfectly positioned to engage with a wide client base on development projects and innovative schemes, time and time again, working as a strategic partner with Devon County Council.

Your new role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Surveyor to join the team at Southwest Norse, ideally on a full-time, permanent basis. You will take responsibility for adding value to client assets by identifying and securing planning consents for development across the Southwest. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Identifying, promoting, and delivering the development potential of surplus and potentially surplus assets and adding significant value before assets are sold in order to generate much needed capital receipts.
• You will undertake a hands-on role, leading public consultations, drafting planning applications, producing feasibility reports and viability appraisals, representing clients and planning committees, and negotiating S106 agreements.

About you: If you are ambitious by nature, commercially minded, and passionate about making a tangible difference to the environment in the Southwest, then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. In order to progress to interview stage, you'll need to satisfy the below criteria:

• Professional membership of RICS and a degree in real estate or a similar subject.
• Experience within planning and development surveying in a role which has included production of viability appraisals.
• Knowledge of relevant planning legislation.
• Full UK driving licence allowing you to meet the travel requirements for the role.

What you will get in return: Southwest Norse are proud to present themselves as an employer of choice in the Southwest, offering a competitive suite of benefits in exchange for joining them in this position. You can expect to receive a starting salary of £56,563 per year alongside a wide range of additional benefits to include 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, hybrid working with the opportunity to work both from home and as part of an engaging and motivated office set-up, comprehensive sickness and critical illness cover, excellent contributory pension scheme, and free parking an easily accessible Exeter office.

What you need to do next: Making a career decision can be life changing, and I understand and appreciate the importance of making the right decision for you, for this reason, informal and exploratory calls are available. Southwest Norse reserve the right to conclude the process early if a successful candidate is found, therefore don't delay and click 'apply now' as soon as possible if you are interested in this position!

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Your new company
An opportunity has arisen for a passionate Property Services Surveyor to join a provider of affordable housing based in the Exeter region on a permanent basis. Your new employer is renowned locally for providing a suite of high quality and affordable homes available for rent and shared ownership. You'll be working within a small team, for an organisation with a 'family feel' where every member of the team contributes towards a set of goals and objectives - supporting health, wellbeing, support, education and helping communities to thrive.


Your new role
Joining as a Property Services Surveyor, you will be one of the first port of calls for tenants when an inspection is required within a property. You will use your defect diagnosis skills to get under the skin of an issue, before creating a report to outline the required actions. As the specialist surveyor, you will take a lead in the project management of the repair phases of your projects, liaising with both external contractors and an in-house trade team to ensure repairs are completed to the required quality, in-line with the report and within budget.


What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this position, it would be highly beneficial to have worked as a trade historically (carpenter, plumber, electrician etc.), before progressing into supervisory and surveying positions, or becoming a building surveyor. This background will mean that you'll be able to accurately and confidently liaise with trade supervisors and create reports that mean repair issues are resolved to the highest of standards. You'll need to be able to back up your experience and credibility with some qualifications, which could include a HNC or HND in construction or a degree in Building Surveying.


What you'll get in return
In return, you will be offered a permanent employment contract with a salary of up to £39,000 per year. In addition to salary, you'll be able to take advantage of a 35 hour working week, 26 days annual leave + 8 days of bank holidays off each year, as well as pension, life assurance and other income protection schemes. All of your work will be located in the Exeter region, meaning no regional travel is required.


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 - a recruitment pack is available upon request and our client is looking to the shortlist immediately, therefore please do not delay if this exciting new position could be of interest to you.

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Asbestos Surveyor / Consultant

Location: Cornwall / Devon

Salary: £25k - £35k (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Hybrid Considered (40 hours)

The Client:

Our client isa prominent environmental services provider, offering comprehensive asbestos and Legionella management solutions to clients across the UK.

The Role:

As an Asbestos Consultant, you'll conduct asbestos management, refurbishment, demolition, and reinspection surveys.

You will occasionally be required to cover sites in the surrounding counties of Somerset and Dorset.

Responsibilities:

- Perform asbestos sampling and utilise TEAMS asbestos database software for reporting.

- Produce detailed asbestos survey reports.

- Assist in managing large-scale projects and pricing complex surveys.

- Complete risk assessments and method statements.

- Coordinates with clients and contractors.

- Maintain and calibrate equipment.

- Ensure compliance with UKAS, HSG 264, and HSG 248 regulations.

- Manage safe waste storage and disposal.

- Complete IQC, MQC, RICE, and AIMS as required.

Requirements:

- Previously worked as an Asbestos Consultant or in a similar role.

- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a UKAS-accredited asbestos consultancy.

- Must have a BOHS P402 qualification.

- Competency in conducting various asbestos surveys.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

- Full UK driving licence.

Good to have:

- At least 2 years of experience in an asbestos surveyor role

- Ideally, have BOHS P401, P403, and P404 qualifications.

- Skilled in TEAMS, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office

Benefits:

- 28 days holiday

- Company car

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Overtime availability

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Keywords:Asbestos Consultant, Asbestos Surveyor, Asbestos Analyst, Asbestos Removal, Asbestos, Operative, job

A main contractor is recruiting a Site Engineer to deliver a highways project in Barnstaple, North Devon. The business delivers projects across the UK in highways and infrastructure for governing bodies and private sector clients with the additional security of long-term frameworks in the local area.

Site Engineer responsibilities:

• Setting out with surveying equipment (GPS & Robotic Total Stations)
• Assist with quality control to ensure the standards are met in accordance to the design specifications
• Assist in producing permits to break ground (CAT Scanning management)
• Ensuring the highest health, safety and environmental standards are met on site adhering to the client's and business's requirement
• Liaise with the site team to approve materials ensuring they meet specification
• Keep accurate records of progress reports, site diaries and resource allocations
• Produce as-built drawings in AutoCAD

This Role is a CIS assignment, and the successful candidate will join an enthusiastic long term project.

Please contact Oli at Fawkes & Reece (South) to discuss the role in more detail.

Your new company
An opportunity has arisen for a passionate Property Services Surveyor to join a provider of affordable housing based in the Exeter region on a permanent basis. Your new employer is renowned locally for providing a suite of high quality and affordable homes available for rent and shared ownership. You'll be working within a small team, for an organisation with a 'family feel' where every member of the team contributes towards a set of goals and objectives - supporting health, wellbeing, support, education and helping communities to thrive.


Your new role
Joining as a Property Services Surveyor, you will be one of the first port of calls for tenants when an inspection is required within a property. You will use your defect diagnosis skills to get under the skin of an issue, before creating a report to outline the required actions. As the specialist surveyor, you will take a lead in the project management of the repair phases of your projects, liaising with both external contractors and an in-house trade team to ensure repairs are completed to the required quality, in-line with the report and within budget.


What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this position, it would be highly beneficial to have worked as a trade historically (carpenter, plumber, electrician etc.), before progressing into supervisory and surveying positions, or becoming a building surveyor. This background will mean that you'll be able to accurately and confidently liaise with trade supervisors and create reports that mean repair issues are resolved to the highest of standards. You'll need to be able to back up your experience and credibility with some qualifications, which could include a HNC or HND in construction or a degree in Building Surveying.


What you'll get in return
In return, you will be offered a permanent employment contract with a salary of up to £39,000 per year. In addition to salary, you'll be able to take advantage of a 35 hour working week, 26 days annual leave + 8 days of bank holidays off each year, as well as pension, life assurance and other income protection schemes. All of your work will be located in the Exeter region, meaning no regional travel is required.


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 - a recruitment pack is available upon request and our client is looking to the shortlist immediately, therefore please do not delay if this exciting new position could be of interest to you.

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

Hays are proud to be working in partnership with Southwest Norse to recruit for a Senior Development Surveyor!

A unique opportunity has arisen to shape and directly influence the Southwest landscape, overseeing and delivering on development opportunities across Devon and the wider Southwest region - this is your opportunity to make a difference for generations to come across quaint market towns, bustling cities, areas of outstanding natural beauty and miles of historic coastline.

About Southwest Norse:

You will be joining an award-winning, multi-disciplinary property consultancy who deliver high profile and inspiring property services for a range of public and private sector clients. Norse Group are perfectly positioned to engage with a wide client base on development projects and innovative schemes, time and time again, working as a strategic partner with Devon County Council.

Your new role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Development Surveyor to join the team at Southwest Norse, ideally on a full-time, permanent basis. You will take responsibility for adding value to client assets by identifying and securing planning consents for development across the Southwest. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Identifying, promoting, and delivering the development potential of surplus and potentially surplus assets and adding significant value before assets are sold in order to generate much needed capital receipts.
• You will undertake a hands-on role, leading public consultations, drafting planning applications, producing feasibility reports and viability appraisals, representing clients and planning committees, and negotiating S106 agreements.

About you:

If you are ambitious by nature, commercially minded, and passionate about making a tangible difference to the environment in the Southwest, then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. In order to progress to interview stage, you'll need to satisfy the below criteria:

• Professional membership of RICS and a degree in real estate or a similar subject.
• Experience within planning and development surveying in a role which has included production of viability appraisals.
• Knowledge of relevant planning legislation.
• Full UK driving licence allowing you to meet the travel requirements for the role.

What you will get in return:

Southwest Norse are proud to present themselves as an employer of choice in the Southwest, offering a competitive suite of benefits in exchange for joining them in this position. You can expect to receive a starting salary of £56,563 per year alongside a wide range of additional benefits to include 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, hybrid working with the opportunity to work both from home and as part of an engaging and motivated office set-up, comprehensive sickness and critical illness cover, excellent contributory pension scheme, and free parking an easily accessible Exeter office.

What you need to do next:

Making a career decision can be life changing, and I understand and appreciate the importance of making the right decision for you, for this reason, informal and exploratory calls are available. Southwest Norse reserve the right to conclude the process early if a successful candidate is found, therefore don't delay and click 'apply now' as soon as possible if you are interested in this position!

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
A long-term interim opportunity has arisen for a Property Operations professional to join an international charity, working primarily from their HQ based in the Southwest. You will join an expanding estates and facilities team who are responsible for the management, maintenance and continuous improvement of a wide range of operational building types, ranging from medical facilities, visitor attraction buildings, offices and rural areas.

Your new role
Joining as a maintenance operations professional, you will lead a team consisting of over 21 operatives consisting of plumbers, electricians, carpenters and multi-trade operatives. You'll coordinate and lead this team to ensure that they are delivering an efficient and high-quality day-to-day maintenance service across the portfolio of various building types. You'll inspect more complex repair and defect issues before recommending a course of action, as well as helping to deliver planned maintenance programmes and ensure that property compliance and health & safety standards are continuously maintained.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this position, you will need to be able to demonstrate an excellent operational management background within a direct labour environment. Experience working within a property maintenance setting, within a varied and diverse estate would be beneficial.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive an interim contract with initial duration of between three and six months - this contract is likely to extend beyond this point, however could also progress into a permanent and salaried position should this be of interest. You will receive a salary of £55,000, paid to you on a monthly basis across the duration of your contract period in this role.

What you need to do now
Our client has opted to shortlist for this position immediately, therefore please click 'apply now' if you are interested in being considered for this opportunity.

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Reactive Repairs Works Surveyor

3 months on-going contract, Inside IR35

Exeter

Job Purpose

• To carry out surveys and identify required responsive repairs and voids works to the Council's housing stock, communal and environmental areas and assist with the ongoing management of the HRA investment programme.
• To prepare work schedules, raise orders and instruct contractors and oversee and monitor contractor performance and Contracts - including Contract Terms intervention as required.
• Undertake a full range of pre and post surveying services including project management, quality and cost control, for projects that form part of the capital and revenue investment programme.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with relevant statutory legislation (including Planning and Building Control) and regulations and in line with the Council's procurement policies and procedures.
• Work with Reactive Maintenance Lead to procure projects in compliance with procurement legislation, Section 20 processes and to meet leaseholder expectations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out surveys and inspections of Council housing stock and communal areas for repairs and improvements, stock condition, dilapidations, and condition surveys (including voids) - identifying Decent Homes failures as applicable.
• To assist the Reactive Maintenance Lead in the preparation and development of Contract documents and tender submission evaluation processes.
• Assist in the appointment of contractors as necessary to meet the aims of the service following the Council's procurement policy and procedure.
• Manage contracts to ensure they meet agreed standards, timescales and budget and assist, instruct and advise contractors on site on matters related to quality control, and the interpretation of contract documents.
• Contribute to pre-contract site and other meetings and make regular visits to site during project delivery and on completion to ensure that works are to a high standard and represent good value.
• To assess and issue variation orders and agree interim and final payments and recommend for authorisation
• Monitor contractor performance and customer satisfaction - implement recovery strategies as required.
• Undertake risk assessments in accordance with the Housing Health & Safety Rating System, and continually monitor Contractors Method Statements and oversee revisions as required.
• To adhere to the current Health and Safety regulations and the Council's policies and procedures and ensure contractors and suppliers comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and contractual obligations.
• Identify possible materials containing asbestos, arrange testing and removal of asbestos from vacant and occupied properties in accordance with the relevant legislation
• Prepare reports on the progress of projects, site activities and all other related matters and escalate issues to enable effective decision making
• Contribute to management reports on a regular basis to understand the impact and cost of disruption in the service and come up with ways to improve delivery and achieve value for money.
• Provide information as required by the Reactive Maintenance Lead regarding individual project performance or for the purpose of answering specific questions.

Knowledge

• HHSRS

If interested in the role, please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk

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Commercial Property Fee Earner (Legal)

Service Care Legal are currently working alongside a well-established law firm, based in Exeter, which is in need of a Commercial Property Fee Earner to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising national and regional businesses, banks, developers, and landowner clients on all aspects of commercial property work including sales, purchases, and leases. The company has developed excellent working relationships with public and private management teams and has links with a range of other professional groups.

ROLE: Commercial Property Fee Earner (Legal)

LOCATION: Exeter

SALARY: £40,000 to £50,000

Key Responsibilities

• Advising national and regional businesses, banks, developers, and landowner clients on all aspects of commercial property work including sales, purchases, and leases.
• Contributing to further growth and servicing the existing client base.
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with public and private management teams and other professional groups.
• Supervising and developing team members.

Requirements

• 2+ years post-qualification legal experience gained from all aspects of commercial property work.
• Comfortable working collaboratively and independently.
• Effective communicator and passionate about delivering a professional, proactive service to all clients.
• Comfortable with business development.

What the Company Offers

• Opportunity to work with a strong and effective corporate and commercial team servicing clients locally and nationally.
• Investment in teams and infrastructure to attract and retain talented staff.
• Commitment to giving all colleagues the opportunity to reach their full potential, with a real focus on training and development.
• Cultivating a healthy culture of challenge and expectation with support and care

If this Commercial Property Fee Earner vacancy sounds like an opportunity of interest for you or someone you know, then please feel free to reach out to Hugh Barnes on 01772208969, or email Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

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