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Permanent – Full Time – Happy to talk Flexible and Agile working

Do you want to be involved in creating iconic buildings, using intelligent solutions to deliver bespoke

projects to our clients AND be part of the future of construction? Then join our team as a Bid Manager and start the future, today!

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for submitting completed bids at all stages to existing or prospective customers, work with the rest of the bide team to develop strategy, cost, programme and logistics, whilst ensuring all questions have been answered as fully as possible, positioning Morgan Sindall with the best possible chance of success.

You’ll plan and manage all aspects of bids, ensuring effective and inspirational bid management and leadership is provided on all tenders, whilst establishing winning strategies, implementing writing plans for quality lead bids. Understanding and interacting with the overall Morgan Sindall business to allow projection of benefits to customers through our proposals, you’ll propose and deliver our commercial, programme and risk management strategies, whilst providing support and assistant to our bid team members. You will lead and manage the PCSA stage of projects through to final contract agreement and coordinate the handover to a delivery team who will work alongside you throughout this process.

About You

As Bid Manager, you’ll ideally be educated to HND and/or degree level, with a track record of winning profitable work within your role within Preconstruction. You will have extensive experience in the tendering process and management of the PCSA period of a project. You’ll have the ability to research our projects and clients to demonstrate an understanding of our client’s key drivers, effectively communicating our differentiators and approach. You’ll be competent in multiple software platforms including Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent.

Experience in a previous estimating role would be preferred.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

Benefits

We strive to support our colleagues to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We understand that many of our people have family and personal responsibilities and so we are committed to providing that support. Here are just some of the benefits you can expect: Pension Scheme matched up to 6%; 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and rising to 30 days after 8 years’ service and the holiday plus scheme; Private Healthcare Cover; Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary; Recognition for professional qualification/membership achieved up to £1000; Mental Wellbeing and Employee Supports; People Portal for high street discounts; Long Service Awards; Sharesave Plan; Incentive Scheme; Enhanced Family leave and more!

Please refer to the full Job Description upon completing your application.

At Morgan Sindall Construction we encourage diversity of people and thought, and we embrace peoples’ differences.

Everyone is unique and we value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that each individual brings to their work, their team, and the wider business.

We are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect.

We actively promote an inclusive culture where you can be yourself at work. It’s this approach we believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative, and rewarding environment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Damp and mould surveyor needed Ref 5258776

The role will cover Wiltshire and Hampshire, so candidates will need to be suitably based for this.

They will be used to completing property inspections and that is the crux of this role. The main focus of this role is to complete damp and mould and disrepair surveys, identifying building defects, and completing any further investigations to accurately diagnose and rectify any faults including damp remediation.

This will involve specifying works for our DLO as well as managing contractors to ensure all works are completed to a high standard and in good time.

They will need to produce high quality condition reports of each property that our solicitors can rely on in court and be willing to appear in court as a witness if required.

This role will also involve supporting our team of Response Surveyors by completing comprehensive damp investigations in problematic properties, providing advice and training to other members of the team and handling complaints.

An expertise in building pathology and experience in damp investigations will be a big asset in this role as would excellent customer care skills to help us manage these difficult cases.

They won’t be alone; they’ll be working with two other Disrepair Surveyors in Aster and between them will complete surveys across the group. We are looking to base this role in Hampshire/Wiltshire, however there may be a requirement to travel further into our operating regions which include, Dorset, Somerset, Devon and Cornwall.

The ideal candidate will have -

Qualifications & experience - they will have a relevant technical (HNC or higher) qualification in Building, Surveying, damp remedial works or similar technical field or will be able to demonstrate 6 years plus of experience within this sector. Strong working knowledge of Disrepair legislation, the Landlord Tenancy act 1985, Homes for Habitation and HHSRS assessments.

Skills & Abilities - A strength will be time management and they will be experienced in working to deadlines, whilst maintaining performance and budget targets. A confident user of IT, particularly MS Word and be comfortable with producing written reports and floor plans.

Communication – A confident communicator, being able to relay complex information to contractors and customers alike with the ability to change needs to meet the audience. Comfortable communicating verbally and in writing.

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Damp and mould surveyor needed in London Ref 005252

£300pd umbrella

Standard day to day surveyor job including damp and mould, party walls, insurance cases.

5 days on site

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

We are working with a well-established Social Housing Contractor who specialise within decarbonisation/retrofit of Social Housing properties. The company are passionate about reducing fuel poverty by making homes warmer and more energy efficient.

The company are well established, having been specialist retrofit Contractors for several decades. They have an exciting growth plan in place and have seen their turnover increase steadily over the past several years. The company also have a healthy order book of work throughout the region.

The company are really passionate about internal promotion and developing their employees - there is a real opportunity to develop your career with this company.

In order to sustain their recent growth, they are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join their Southern team. Experience of working within Social Housing refurbishment is ideal, along with some experience of working on decarbonisation contracts.

Reporting into a Commercial Manager, you will be covering refurbishment schemes throughout the area with some travel to sites required which are in Reading & Swindon, and some in the Worcester area.

The company will pay a salary of up to £55k plus car, or allowance, travel expenses and yearly bonus.

If you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece, using the contact details provided, or call 01204 554 884 (option 3) and ask for Steph

Property Manager
Location: Glasgow City Centre
Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 + £3300 car allowance


I currently have an opening for a Property Manager with a well-established property factor based within Glasgow. You will be part of a supportive team with plans to grow and thrive as the business continues to succeed.


This is a very varied role that requires an individual who is resilient and capable of managing a diverse portfolio. Within the role you will managing large residential developments ensuring all aspects are running smoothly. This role requires someone from a property management background, facilities or housing background who is looking to take the next step in their career.


This role is based entirely on site, Mon - Thu 9:00 - 17:00, Fri 9:00 - 16:00


The company pride themselves on being a supportive place of work, some of the benefits are:


* Fully paid staff lunch once a month
* Fully stocked kitchen
* 3x hour back vouchers per year
* Extra 15 minutes for lunch when it's sunny
* Birthday day off
* Employee loan scheme
* Annual profit sharing bonus
* All expenses paid annual Summer & Christmas nights out
* Additional complimentary festive leave
* Group challenges with prizes up for grabs


The key responsibilities within this role are:


* Oversee maintenance of properties: PPM, reactive and day to day
* Ensure company policies and procedures
* Build and maintain relationships with customer, clients and contractor
* Assist with project management works
* Dealing with queries
* Maintain accurate and up to date records
* Site visits to properties
* Keep residents well informed


A successful candidate in this position will possess:


* Valid UK Driving License
* Proven experience in a customer service role and property management role
* Excellent communication skills
* Team player with the ability to work independently and manage own workload
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
* Ability to meet targets and perform well under pressure


This is a great opportunity for a property manager to take the next step in their career. If you feel that you would be suitable for this role, then please get in contact with Tommy at the Glasgow office.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

About the Role

Base Location: Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Dounreay or Orkney with regular travel on-site to Caithness and Orkney

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Onsite rotational work pattern with potential of 10 days on & 4 days off

As a Site Construction Manager at SSEN Transmission, you will spearhead the construction of a vital substation at Finstown or Dounreay as part of our broader initiative to connect Orkney to the UK grid for the first time. You'll be crucial in managing this 220/132KV Substation from the ground up, thereby ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The key duties & responsibilities will include:

- Represent the SSEN Transmission business on-site and be the key site-based point of contact, this will also include interfacing with contractors, and key stakeholders at site.

- Ensure all site operations align with statutory, legal, and company's Health and Safety regulations, alongside Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.

- Collaborate closely with the appointed contractor(s) and the Operations team to ensure the works are delivered to the project programme, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.

- Monitor compliance with planning consents and SHE legislation, maintain routine reporting and oversight of site performance against set KPIs.

- Develop effective relationships with contractors, suppliers and the community, act as a site leader championing a positive safety culture.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- Notable experience in on-site management or supervision working on the construction, maintenance, and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment.

- In-depth understanding of health, safety, and CDM 2015 Regulations, ideally within a high voltage construction setup.

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple contractors/subcontractors to adhere to project timelines and budgets effectively.

- Previous experience in quality monitoring through inspection and test plans.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to challenge others along with experience in resolving conflicts and planning site activities.

Please note, a full current driving licence is essential due to the requirement to travel to and be on site.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stephanie on 01738 342963.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

My client is seeking a dedicated Estates and Property Manager to join our team, working closely with the Head of Estates and Estate Manager. This role involves the daily management of operations and facilities at our strategic development sites, primarily focusing on residential areas.
Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with various teams to develop and support estate management standards and strategies.
• Manage property assets and infrastructure, including leases, renewals, disposals, and fit-out works.
• Assist in stakeholder management, including third-party landowners and Joint Venture partners.
• Monitor property-related compliance issues and manage early on-site community facilities.
• Oversee security, landscape, cleaning, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain databases and records for all properties.
• Manage financial budgets for estate services and building charges.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Liaise with insurers and ensure adequate insurance coverage.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Promote energy efficiency and environmental sustainability across the estate.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous exposure to property management and agency is desirable.
• Post A-level/BTEC qualification required; degree education preferable.
• Full driving license.
• Positive attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and time management.

If you are organised, proactive, and have a passion for estate management, we would love to hear from you!

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.
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Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 be working with a Chartered Building Company and Principal Contractor, specialising in high quality refurbishment projects across London and the South East. Their expertise is focused entirely on repairs, remodelling, and fit-outs, internally and externally. They have more than 20 years' experience delivering highly successful work across the residential, education, commercial, and heritage sectors.

Your new role
An Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS) supports the Quantity Surveyor (QS) or Senior Quantity Surveyor in managing and monitoring all costs related to construction projects. The AQS helps ensure that projects are completed within budget, comply with specifications, and achieve value for money, while maintaining high-quality standards.
Key responsibilities include -
1. Cost Management
2. Tendering & Procurement
3. Contract Administration
4. Measurement & Valuations
5. Reporting & Documentation
6. Collaboration & Coordination

What you'll need to succeed
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (or working towards one).Previous work experience or internship in a similar role is advantageous.
Familiarity with construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC).

What you'll get in return
This role provides a pathway to becoming a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor with opportunities to take on more complex projects and responsibilities as experience is gained, a negotiable day rate for an initial 4-month contract with a view to moving into a permanent role with full company benefits and salaries to be discussed.

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

Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm & Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm

Salary - £39,235.35 - £45,184.52

Vacancy - Permanent

To view the job profile for the post of Surveyor please click here

An opportunity has arisen for a surveyor to join the Estates Team within Property Services.

You will undertake a wide range of professional duties, assisting in the delivery of a comprehensive Estates Service, including Estate Management, valuation and Landlord and tenant. The successful candidate will in addition provide a valuation service for asset, acquisition, disposal, rent review and rating purposes. The position of surveyor requires someone who is committed, self-motivated, has a positive, professional, and responsible attitude, with the ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team working to tight timescales. You should demonstrate a commitment to the principals of customer care, while displaying excellent communication and interpersonal skills

You should hold appropriate degree level qualification and have, or be working towards, professional membership of the RICS with a proven track record in a professional surveying environment as well as the ability to demonstrate a knowledge of the property market and relevant current legislation.

Being a Registered Valuer or willingness to achieve such status would be advantageous

When completing the application process please ensure that you cover the following areas:

Please describe your valuation experience with particular reference to the type(s) of valuation you have had responsibility for and the nature of your role.

Please describe your experience in organising and delivering projects and programmes of work within agreed timescales. Describe the skills that you consider to be important for a professional valuer and chartered surveyor.

Please Apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address.

Legislative Information

This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

Foreign Police Check

Candidates should be able to detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable for any periods living or working abroad.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position.

South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position.

As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you would also receive a wide range of benefits including:

• Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave, enhanced leave.
• Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema.
• Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support)

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new role: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

We are expanding our commercial management team to support National Highways' annual £1bn investment programme to maintain the Strategic Road Network. As part of this, we have exciting opportunities for Assistant Quantity Surveyors to join our team.

You will support (and in some cases lead) commercial and contract management of schemes of value from £1m to more than £30m. The complex nature and diversity of the portfolio ensures the opportunity for you to develop new skills and capabilities, whether you are working towards gaining Chartered Surveyor status, or simply seeking to enhance your experience to date.

The role will be primarily based in our Bedford office with a requirement to attend other NH Offices / Site when required. In all cases we have a flexible hybrid working approach, meaning the role will be a combination of office/agile home working with a general expectation of office working at least 2 days per week.

What you'll be leading on

• Supply Chain management including sending enquiry documentation, quotation assessment, work order award and instructions to supply chain where required. Supply Chain Payment assessment including all relevant documentation on a monthly basis.
• Assisting in the management of site level change control including early warning and compensation event management and assessment, both to the Client and to the supply chain as necessary.
• Monitor actual cost against targets.
• Manage own portfolio of works under supervision from QS/ SQS.
• Liaising with other departments to ensure that Schemes Tracker is up-to-date, data is accurate and reconciled against other sources.
• Maintain collaborative working relationship with supply chain contractors.

To be successful you'll need

• To have either achieved or be working towards a degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or other relevant technical qualification and/or completion of a formally recognised graduate programme, apprenticeship or similar. Alternatively, you will be working towards a Chartered qualification within a relevant professional organisation, such as RICS, ICES, or equivalent.
• Basic experience of contract administration, desirably using NEC forms of contract.
• Intermediate level MS Excel (basic formula, pivot tables, formatting).
• You will have good written and verbal communication skills enabling you to engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of commercial management.

A bit about us

There's never been a better time to join our Commercial Operations team.

We're a growing, vibrant team helping to drive the most ambitious roads investment programme our country has ever seen. You'll be involved in the design of our modern, progressive contracts and partnerships, negotiating best commercial terms, galvanizing innovation and producing smart cost estimates and plans. Building in every opportunity to ensure that our customers and road workers get home safe and well every day while travelling or working on our road network.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Damp and Mould Surveyor
Nottingham
£50K - £55K
Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Housing Company in the Nottingham area who are looking for a brand new Surveyor to join their team covering Damp and Mould projects.

They are looking for an experienced Surveyor who has previous experience working on Social Housing Damp works projects.

Duties:

• To manage all surveying duties within the housing stock and carry out any technical inspections on the planned works projects
• To provide summary reports where required of all on-going managed cases and technical de-canted properties outlining levels of performance of the contractors and performance manage contractors delivering repairs to ensure strict timelines of completions are adhered to
• To undertake technical inspections of the homes including all leased properties to distinguish planned works in line with the companies Policy's
• Commercial Awareness within Reactive Repairs and Damp and Mould projects
• To liaise, monitor and progress all planned maintenance to the home's regeneration stock through its DLO and partnering contractors

Key Knowledge:

• Previous Social Housing experience required
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Proven track record for being Reliable and punctual
• Must hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Experience working on repairs, damp and mould projects
• IT Literate

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

Damp and Mould Surveyor
Nottingham
£50K - £55K
Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Housing Company in the Nottingham area who are looking for a brand new Surveyor to join their team covering Damp and Mould projects.

They are looking for an experienced Surveyor who has previous experience working on Social Housing Damp works projects.

Duties:

• To manage all surveying duties within the housing stock and carry out any technical inspections on the planned works projects
• To provide summary reports where required of all on-going managed cases and technical de-canted properties outlining levels of performance of the contractors and performance manage contractors delivering repairs to ensure strict timelines of completions are adhered to
• To undertake technical inspections of the homes including all leased properties to distinguish planned works in line with the companies Policy's
• Commercial Awareness within Reactive Repairs and Damp and Mould projects
• To liaise, monitor and progress all planned maintenance to the home's regeneration stock through its DLO and partnering contractors

Key Knowledge:

• Previous Social Housing experience required
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Proactive approach to work
• Proven track record for being Reliable and punctual
• Must hold a driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Experience working on repairs, damp and mould projects
• IT Literate

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