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Established building services organisation are expanding their firearm for an experienced Fire alarm Project Manager.

Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer

About the role:

Our client is a well-established and growing temporary works engineering consultancy. They have several offices across the UK and provide solutions to national and international clients.

Solutions they provided include; designs for hoardings, site set-up, propping and shoring, crane, hoist pads, pile mat designs, excavations, falsework, formwork and retention, demolition temporary works, scaffolding and mechanical access, amongst other related areas.

They are seeking an experienced Design Engineer with specific experience in the construction temporary works field. You will be working in a fast-paced environment, as part of an ambitious and friendly team. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the further growth of the business, providing the opportunity for promotion based on ability and merit.

The package includes a salary to mirror experience with annual salary reviews as part of the appraisal process and monthly one to ones to track progress and targets. The role will be based out of the West Midlands office, with a hybrid remote working set up. Working times can be flexible around employees home lives.

Responsibilities:

Design engineering solutions for a range of standard, complex and bespoke projects
Provide support to our engineering teams nationwide with design, design checking and draughting
Preparation of clear and well-structured design calculations and reports
Ensure design risks are considered and prepare design risk assessments
Consideration of buildability and sequencing
Site visits and client meetings
Maintenance of project documentation records
Liaising with clients to understand their specific requirements
Building lasting relationships with clients based on understanding and service
Work individually on smaller projects, or as part of a team on larger more complex projects
Handle multiple projects at any one time
The Candidate

Ability and drive to progress to a more senior management level role
Strong background and proven track record in temporary works design for large scale projects
Effective and consistent communication
Skills & Experience

Knowledge of relevant British Standards and specialist documentation in temporary works
IT literate
Ability to use drawing software such as AutoCAD
Experience using 3D/2D structural analysis programmes
Either already achieved or aiming towards becoming a Chartered Engineer

Groundworks Contracts Manager Role

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplined groundworks contractor based in Essex working in London and the South East area. They have gone from strength to strength over the 10 + years of being in business. Due to expansion, they are looking to take on a Contracts Manager looking to make the next step in their career to a senior level within a growing contractor. This company offers continually exciting projects to work on, an excellent team working environment and a clear path of progression to a more senior management / Directorship role in the operations team.

Brief Outline
• An industry leading company in the fire protection market requires a Site Manager to oversee fire door installation and remedial works on site for a variety of projects including local authority and residential sectors within the London and South East region on a permanent basis, offering a competitive package and the potential to progress to a more senior position within the company’s operations team in the future.
• The client is looking for a hands-on, enthusiastic individual who will be involved and invested in the project and its progress.

About our Client
• Our client has been active in the fire protection sector for over 30 years with an established client base and consistent work across the UK. The undertaken varied contracts from Passive Fire Protection through to Fire Doors and other associated services.

About the Role
• Responsibility for day to day management of fire door install and remedial work on site
• Responsibility for ensuring work is completed on a time to a high standard.
• To liaise and maintain a good working relationship with Clients, Surveyors, other Project Managers and attend site meetings.
• Ensure all works are carried out under health and safety guidelines.

About the Candidate
• Previous experience in management of fire door projects on site
• Flexible self-starter with ability to prioritise
• Displays strong leadership skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• PC literate
• Commercially aware

Points of Appeal
• Role within an established and growing company with the opportunity for progression
• Competitive salary and package and bonus structure
• Company with a full order book

Brief Outline
We are currently looking for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established, multi disciplined contractor on the groundworks side of the business, with projects across the London and South East region.


About our Client
The company are based in Essex and have been operating for over 25 years. They work in varied sectors including new build housing, local authority, and commercial construction and already have a long pipeline of work ahead for the this year and next already.

The business has a young, dynamic and energetic senior management team with a strong business plan in place.

About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious qualified Trainee Quantity Surveyor with ambition to progress to a more senior role within the company’s commercial team in the future.

Duties and responsibilities will include;
Working with the Commercial Manager to ensure successful delivery of projects
Undertaking costing analysis, take-offs and procurement schedules
Monthly reporting
Applications for payment
Identifying and negotiating variations
Material requisitions to the Buying department
Attend meetings with clients and colleagues
Approve Sub-Contractor valuations
Final Account agreements


About the Candidate
NC/ HND / Degree in a construction related field
Wider knowledge of the construction industry
Familiar with site visits and client facing activity
Excellent analytical skills are essential, as are numeracy, literacy and communication skills in English
Computer literacy in MS Office, Project
Points of Appeal



Competitive salary and package
Prospects of progression to a more senior position in the company’s commercial team
Continual training and progress from an established commercial team
Established contractor with a long pipeline of work and large varied client base

Brief Outline
We are currently looking for a Trainee Estimator to join a well-established, multi disciplined contractor on the groundworks side of the business, with projects across the London and South East region.

About our Client
The company are based in Essex and have been operating for over 25 years. They work in varied sectors including new build housing, local authority, and commercial construction and already have a long pipeline of work ahead for the this year and next already.

The business has a young, dynamic and energetic senior management team with a strong business plan in place.

About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious qualified Trainee Estimator with ambition to progress to a more senior role within the company’s commercial team in the future.

Duties and responsibilities will include;
Working with the Commercial Manager to ensure successful delivery of projects
Undertaking costing analysis, take-offs and procurement schedules
Monthly reporting
Applications for payment
Identifying and negotiating variations
Material requisitions to the Buying department
Attend meetings with clients and colleagues
Approve Sub-Contractor valuations
Final Account agreements

About the Candidate
NC/ HND / Degree in a construction related field
Wider knowledge of the construction industry
Familiar with site visits and client facing activity
Excellent analytical skills are essential, as are numeracy, literacy and communication skills in English
Computer literacy in MS Office, Project
Points of Appeal

Competitive salary and package
Prospects of progression to a more senior position in the company’s commercial team
Continual training and progress from an established commercial team
Established contractor with a long pipeline of work and large varied client base

Commercial Assistant

Our client is a well-established Civils contractor who deals with projects within the commercial and residential sectors. They have a wide and varied client base and a long pipeline of work for the coming year ahead. The business has a young, dynamic, and energetic management team with a strong business plan in place.

We are recruiting for a Commercial Assistant to work alongside the Purchasing Manager for the company. You will become part of a dynamic and friendly team while also being able to build on your office-based skills.

Key Duties:

Providing a high level of administrative support to the purchasing manager and wider team
Ordering and procurement process of materials and stock
Analysis/report preparation and stock review of various products and materials
Updating records of product descriptions and purchase prices frequently
Assisting colleagues in other departments on an ad hoc basis
Dealing with daily correspondence including the preparation of letters and emails
Liaising with suppliers and dealing with any queries/issues such as product availability, requesting quotations and querying lead times etc.
Raising and emailing purchase orders to suppliers
Research and sourcing of products while searching for the best available prices.
Managing other general administrative duties such as the stationary orders and weekly shopping deliveries.

Essential requirements/skills

Strong organisation with the ability to multitask efficiently.
High level of professional integrity
Keen to take on additional responsibility
Good rapport building with customers, suppliers, colleagues, and management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven experience in an administrative/procurement role
Self-motivated with the ability to work well with others
IT literate, able to use Windows, Microsoft Excel, and Word
Strong understanding of including and excluding VAT
Ability to calculate percentages, and understanding of discounts and price breaks

Looking for an Industrial Mobile Service Engineer for the Midlands, South East and Home Counties.

A leading electrical contractor is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Contracts Manager to work on a long term Local Authority framework

About the Employer:
Our client is a multi-disciplined contractor specialising in, Commercial Fit Out, Dry Lining, Ceilings, Doors and Joinery. They have built an outstanding industry reputation on delivering first class packages within their 50-year history.
They are a large enterprise and deliver jobs nationwide. Project values can vary from £1mil- £22mil.
Their turnover has increased year on year and offer a stable opportunity for anyone joining their team.
About the Opportunity:
Due to high project demand and our client striving for business growth, they’re looking to expand their estimating department within their Dry Lining division by bringing in a new addition to the team with a strategic plan to become a senior member of the business.
• Preparing tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client
• Assisting in establishing a client’s requirements and undertaking feasibility studies
• Performing risk and value management and cost control
• Able to read drawings and perform take offs
• Advising on procurement strategy
• Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks
• Preparing and analysing costings for tenders
• Allocating work to subcontractors
About the benefits / rewards:
• Our client support, develop and understand their employees
• They offer employee stability through permanent long-term employment and stable working environment
• You will be well rewarded for your hard work with a remuneration package that will correspond to the individuals experience and skills
• Hybrid working opportunities.
Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years’ sub-contractor experienced
• Degree qualified preferred
• Most importantly the candidate for this role must be trustworthy, reliable, conscientious, and keen to progress your career further
• You will also have to be a highly motivated individual and a strong team player
• A consistent employment record is essential with at least two years at each employer