Total 1,086 Construction / Property job vacancies in Exeter, South West, EX6 8JB

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


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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.

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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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