Total 4 Construction / Property job vacancies in S1 4PY

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will manage cost controls, budgets, and the financial planning of our projects, working closely with the commercial team and senior management. You'll have the opportunity to lead on major projects, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the company's continued success by ensuring each development is delivered within budget and to the highest standards.

• Cost Management: Oversee and manage project budgets from inception to completion, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Procurement and Contract Negotiation: Lead the procurement of subcontractors and materials, negotiating contracts to achieve best value and manage risks.
• Valuations and Payments: Conduct regular valuations and approve payments for subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring work meets quality and contractual requirements.
• Reporting and Forecasting: Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections to stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations.
• Risk and Issue Resolution: Identify and proactively manage potential risks to budget or schedule, resolving issues swiftly to keep projects on track.
• Mentorship: Support and mentor junior surveyors, providing guidance and helping develop their skills in line with industry best practices.
• Continuous Improvement: Conduct post-project financial reviews to analyse costs and identify areas for efficiency improvements in future developments.

• Experience: Experience in quantity surveying, ideally with a residential developer or within the housebuilding sector.
• Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field; RICS or CIOB membership preferred.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of cost planning, budget management, and construction contracts, with experience using cost management software (e.g., COINS, CostX).
• Analytical and Communication Skills: High attention to detail with excellent analytical abilities, along with strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop junior team members and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence required for site visits.

• Pension scheme, private healthcare, and life insurance
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Collaborative team environment with a strong focus on quality and career growth

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.

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a critical role in managing project finances and ensuring that our developments remain within budget without compromising quality. Working closely with our commercial, construction, and design teams, you will oversee cost planning, budget management, and procurement, contributing to the financial success of each project and helping us deliver homes that exceed expectations.

• Cost Estimation and Budget Control: Prepare and manage detailed cost plans and budgets, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Procurement and Contract Management: Lead the procurement process for subcontractors and suppliers, managing tenders, evaluating bids, and negotiating favorable terms.
• Financial Reporting and Forecasting: Prepare accurate financial reports, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Valuation and Payment: Assess and authorise valuations and payments for subcontractors, ensuring work is completed to agreed-upon standards before release of funds.
• Risk Management: Identify potential financial and contractual risks, proposing solutions to mitigate issues and protect company interests.
• Client and Stakeholder Communication: Maintain strong communication with stakeholders, providing updates on project costs, budgets, and timelines.
• Cost Analysis for Continuous Improvement: Conduct post-project cost analysis to identify areas for improvement and ensure lessons learned are integrated into future projects.

• Experience: Experience in quantity surveying, preferably within the residential sector.
• Education: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail, and a solid understanding of construction cost management, tendering, and contracts.
• IT Proficiency: Skilled in MS Office, particularly Excel, with experience in cost management software (e.g., COINS, CostX, etc.) being a plus.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Driving Licence: A valid UK driving licence is required for site visits.

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.

Construction Teacher

Construction Teacher

Job type-: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £24,648 to £26,478 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Location: Nacro Education Centre – Sheffield

We offer a competitive salary structure based on your teaching qualifications:

· (DET or equivalent): £26,478 - £28,850

· (CET or equivalent): £24,648 - £26,437

· (Entry-level, Unqualified): £23,962 - £24,627

Our attractive increment structure ensures your salary evolves with your journey here. Starting at the lower end of your grade's range, you'll receive annual increases that build with your length of service, recognising and rewarding your commitment and growth with us over time.

We are Nacro. We see your future, whatever the past.

We believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side. That’s why our housing, education, justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.

At our education centres, you won't just teach content, you'll change lives!

With 11 intimate community-based Education centres across England, we take an individualized approach to helping young people overcome challenges and realize their potential. Our small classes and flexible learning models meet students where they are. In addition, our collaborative team supports learners holistically while you focus on instruction and your development within Nacro. Moreover, with less emphasis on rigid scheduling and marking, you can find a healthy work-life balance.

What we offer:

· Small class sizes.

· An alternative route to gaining teaching qualifications.

· Administration is included as part of the working week, so little need to take work home.

· Supportive, experienced staff on site, to assist with training, development and mentoring.

· A healthy work-life balance.

· A solid, achievable, demonstrable career path.

What will I be doing as a Construction Teacher?

The main purpose of the role is to ensure that our learners achieve the appropriate construction knowledge and experience, alongside developing their employability, personal and social skills.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Develop appropriate learning resources, facilities, and environment to support high quality teaching and learning, preparing learners for the world of work/further study.
• Planning and delivery of lessons to learners at Level 1 and level 2, ensuring they gain qualifications successfully.
• Regularly assess and measure progress from starting points and attainment of skills and qualifications through ILPs.
• Evaluate and assess the work of learners in relation to the curriculum criteria and provide timely, constructive, and helpful learner feedback; helping learners develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours to progress to their next steps.

Requirements for this role:

• Industry experience in construction including brickwork is essential.
• Proven experience of supporting others in developing technical/vocational skills
• L2 English & Maths is essential.
• A Teaching qualification, CET/PTTLS OR DET equivalent or above is preferred. However, support will be given to those willing to work towards a teaching qualification.
• An Enhanced with Barred Lists DBS check is essential.

What are the next steps?

Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to apply online.

Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing Refurbs / Planned Maintenance

We are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit an experienced and successful Quantity Surveyor to join their team in the Yorkshire area to deliver a planned works and decarbonisation project.

We are looking for a proven commercial professional with experience in refurbishment programmes, ideally within the Social Housing sector with knowledge of internal and external planned maintenance programmes and a comprehensive commercial understanding of subcontractor procurement and cost management, the CVR process as well as excellent client relationship skills.

This role would also suit an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking for a step up.

As the Quantity Surveyor for our client, some of your responsibilities will include:

Essential Quantity Surveyor Experience:

You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people are the key to the group's success. You will be part of an ambitious, and successful business who offer the opportunity to develop and grow with the company.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Approach Personnel Ltd that is operating as an employment business. We recruit temporary to permanent labour surrounding the UK. If this job isn't suited to your specifications, please try 0115 9003 171 to leave your details, we will then contact you when a job arises which best suits your skills.