Senior Technical Coordinator

• High-End projects
• Excellent team in place
• Secure pipeline of work
• Ability to develop and progress.
• Strong package and benefits 
• Employee of choice, privately owned

 

This award-winning bespoke developer seeks the appointment of an experienced Technical / Design Professional.

Working alongside a Senior Technical Manager you will help set up a project of regional significance in the residential market.

 

Working on a complex live project whilst also working on the pre-construction of a new development you will be working with Technical Manager and Project Director.

 

The main purpose of the role is to coordinate all design/utility information between external consultants/MU contractors and internal departments ensuring that all approvals/utility quotes are obtained in a timely manner and that high-quality and correct information is issued to other departments.

 

You will also work across section agreements

 

• Liaise with and advise other departments on technical matters to provide backup and information flow
• Ensure that all information is available to the construction and other relevant departments to suit the project programme.
• Liaise with consultants, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure the preparation of technical support information.
• Prepare and manage technical budgets and fee trackers to report to commercial monthly as part of the cost to complete.
• Managing and coordinating planning and technical packages for the relevant submissions
• Working knowledge of the latest Building Regulations, NHBC and associated legislation connected with the construction industry.
• The ability to get on with people together with communication skills for dealing with multi-disciplined teams.
• The ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and efficient manner.
• To have the desire to improve their ability and to be proactive and recognise problems.
• Receive and coordinate utility packages and make recommendations to preferred utility suppliers, these works will also include managing diversions, reinforcements and main supplies with the site team
• Co-ordinate and ensure compliance of working drawings with Housing Association i.e. DQS, HQI etc
• Liaise with the Commercial manager, Surveyors and Buyers with regard to any specification changes
• Ensure coordination of civil engineering packages which include drainage, slab levels, external works, and highways information accords with working drawings and planning drawings but also coordinate with all consultants
• Manage all adoption submissions and agreements with the appointed civil engineer and adopting bodies.
• Ensure that all drawings/details meet with Local Authority / NHBC requirements, Robust details, SAP rating requirements, and Code for Sustainable Homes requirements.
• Coordinate and liaise with local adopting bodies for S278, S38, S104 and etc, to gain the correct technical approvals to allow works to commence on-site in a timely manner.
• Apply and manage Building Regulation notices and condition clearance.

For more information on this exciting developer and their projects - please call or email in complete confidence.

 

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Established award-winning contractor

• Strong order book and balance sheet
• Community Focussed schemes
• Local projects. Small expanding team in Bristol
• Part of a Wider National Business
• Project 3-15M 
• Excellent package and benefits

Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in commercial management of site operations - new build and refurbishment

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in quantity surveying and a comprehensive understanding of construction projects.

The role will lead to work on both D&B, traditional and Frameworks Contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of quantity surveying for construction projects, including cost estimation, cost control, and value management
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters and dispute resolution
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient project delivery
• Monitor financial progress and prepare regular reports on project costs
• Stay updated on industry regulations, best practices, and cost management techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree /HND  in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
• Proven experience in commercial management of site operations
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and procurement processes
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Day-to-day

• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess progress and identify potential cost implications
• Review and process contractor payment applications
• Collaborate with the project team to resolve any commercial issues that may arise
• Monitor project budgets and ensure compliance with financial targets
• Engage in discussions with clients and contractors to address commercial matters and maintain positive relationships

In return for your skills expect a strong salary and benefits package, a real opportunity to lead projects commercially and make decisions upon the various options.

Projects will be varied from Apartments, Healthcare, Education, and Leisure with both new build and refurbishment typically -  £4-15m Value

For more information in complete confidence please call without delay.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Great project pipeline.
• Varied development work close to home
• Strong investment into the development of staff
• Comprehensive package

We seek a dynamic and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our clients team undertaking a variety of projects.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for construction and project management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities
• Conduct cost estimation, budget preparation, and cost control for construction projects
• Assist in the evaluation of subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Collaborate with the project team to ensure all contractual and legal matters are addressed
• Assist in monitoring project progress and ensuring compliance with building regulations and health and safety standards

Qualifications

• Degree/HND in Quantity Surveying
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team and communicate with various stakeholders
• Knowledge of construction contracts, regulations, and industry standards
• Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and project management tools

Day-to-day

• Collaborate with the Quantity Surveyor to prepare accurate cost and budget estimates
• Conduct site visits and liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and project managers
• Assist in the negotiation and administration of construction contracts
• Utilize software and tools to manage project data and documentation
• Keep abreast of industry developments and best practices to continuously improve processes and procedures

For more information please call for an informal introduction to the client.

Commercial Assistant or Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Specialist Construction Contractor
South Bristol based
Great project
Ability to work in unique projects
Strong training and development

The role of Commercial Assistant is to offer support to the Commercial Team along with this contractor

Responsive, open to change, can work autonomously, and is very team orientated.  
This is particularly important as we are a relatively small team who need to work together well.
Be able to work well with others internally and externally

Be able to adapt to fast track and prestigious projects all in the South West.
Flexible working can be considered.
Excellent package.

Main Duties

Can include

Commercial 
-    Assisting with take-offs on drawings.
-    Ensuring drawings are checked for variations and changes noted to commercial team in conjunction with surveyors.
-    Assisting with keeping up to date information for Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Manager and distributing to relevant people.
-    Compiling and issuing tender information relevant to trades.
-    Coordinating and filing of tender information into relevant folders.
-    Generate and chase up/store quotes.
-    Price Comparisons - breaking down quotes to ensure they are like for like.
-    Tracking tender returns and chasing quotations from sub-contractors and suppliers – communicating progress to the team.
-    Sourcing new suppliers and subcontractors.
-    Ensuring subcontractors insurances are in line with contract requirements.

-    Researching new products, services for Contracts/ Commercial Team.
-    Assist in tracking material costs to commercial team for Cost Value Reports.
-    Working with Senior QS to prepare pre-order meetings.
-    Carrying out site measures as directed by Senior QS.
-    Assisting the Commercial Team as directed.

Valuations and Payments
-    Dealing with Payment applications
-    Processing Contractor valuations
-    Issuing of certificate of payments to contractors
-    Re-measurement of works to ensure invoices are correct
-    Assisting in keeping a summary of applications in and COP’s out

Communication and Reporting
-    Updating and reporting of retentions sheets
-    Attending monthly site meetings where required
-    Attending team meetings where required
-    Working with the project team and communicating effectively

Administration
-    Office admin support where required.
-    Printing off plans
-    Answering phone calls alongside rest of team.
-    General filing and keeping databases updated where required.
-    Assist in researching any potential new systems.
-    Ad-hoc duties as required

For more information on this unique role please call today, we can offer this role to new entrants to construction.

Contracts Manager - Housing Developer

Location: North Devon

About Our Client:
We are delighted to be partnering with a prestigious housing developer renowned for delivering high-quality residential projects. With a robust portfolio and a commitment to excellence, our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Contracts Manager to join their team. This role will be instrumental in overseeing three key sites in Devon, totalling 220 units.

Role Overview:
As the Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of our client's ambitious housing projects. You will oversee all contractual aspects of the construction process, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Oversee the management of three residential development sites in Birmingham, ensuring all contractual obligations are met.
• Contract Administration: Manage all contract-related documentation, negotiations, and agreements.
• Cost Control: Monitor project budgets and costs, implementing measures to maintain financial efficiency.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all developments meet the highest standards of quality, adhering to regulatory and client specifications.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor site managers and other team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within the housing development sector, preferably with a PLC developer.
• Qualifications: Relevant qualifications in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of contract law, construction processes, and health & safety regulations.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: 
• Car Allowance: £8,000 per annum.
• Bonus Scheme: Attractive 30% performance-based bonus.
• Additional Benefits: Comprehensive package including healthcare, pension, and professional development opportunities.

Should you be an aspiring Site Manager or already in the post of a Contracts Manager, we would be keen to talk to you

 

Senior Quantity Surveyor 

or Quantity Surveyor

 

The positions will see you form part of a very established commercial team - managing a range of high-quality developments in the South West.

 

With a 5-star approach to quality and customer care you will worked with an excellent supply chain - ensuring good commercial outcomes in the projects.

 

This company has an excellent reputation, very low staff turnover - a very positive company culture.

 

The ideal candidate would have an established background in a Quantity Surveying role within the residential house building sector, at an intermediate or senior level.

 

They should also have good skills and knowledge in COINS and Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Main tasks of the role:

• Prepare subcontractor tender lists and enquiries from drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate and negotiate tender returns, and co-ordinate and manage pre-order meetings.
• Place orders using Coins software system.
• Process valuations and payments.
• Assess and process variations and customer extras.
• Manage utility applications, orders and payments.
• Resolve subcontractor and/or payment disputes.
• Attend sites and assist with day-to-day subcontract requirements.
• Prepare budgets and report on cost variances.

For more information about this positions please contact with us ASAP, this is a rare opening with the company.

We are currently looking for a Retrofit Site Manager to join our Carbon solutions team. As Site Manager you are responsible for providing an excellent service that is safe, effective and efficient in the delivery of a variety of projects and programs across our varying contracts and ensuring that all works are delivered to the high-quality standards that our clients expect from us in an efficient and VFM manner.

As well as this you will be acting as the company’s representation to our clients and their residents, providing effective and efficient communication between the client, residents and our internal project teams. The Site Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships between Contractor and its clients by being open, honest, and transparent.

Core responsibilities involve:

• Supervise and manage onsite retrofit projects.

• Working closely with contractors and suppliers and making sure the project is finished within the allotted budget and timeframe.

• You will also be in charge of making sure that all work is completed in line with the programme of works whilst ensuring highest standards of health & safety are observed and followed.

• Additionally, as a domestic retrofit site manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the installation of energy-efficient measures and ensuring that the building meets sustainability standards.

• The site management of Retrofit Works

• Working with and too Building Control regulations and requirements as well as all other statutory and mandatory regulations/legislation and requirements including best practice.

• Working to drawings and specifications.

• Attend both internal and client meetings representing the business in a professional manner. • Generate, review and achieve programme performance.

• Be organised and proficient in the use of various of ICT systems, regulations, and legislation to the entire building/construction industry as well as H&S and the landlord and tenants act.

• Must be able to adapt and have a willing attitude to work on other departmental work streams for the purpose of team playing and cross covering.

• Involve residents in the overall process and ensure they are aware of current situations.

• Develop effective working relationships with residents, direct labour operatives, sub-contractors, clients, building control and the local fire authority.

• Act as the representative and be the face of the Group.

• Carry out/support the customer liaison officers with resident consultation / engagement and to support the project team in pre-consultation and update meetings.

• Encourage positive relationships between the company and the resident’s ensuring actions are followed up

• Ensure works are installed to PAS2030/MCS requirements.

• Providing clear and concise communication on progress and activity in both technical and clear simple terms

• Convey accurate information both to residents and from residents to the project team. • Take ownership and deal with customer/resident complaints through to completion and sharing lessons learnt with the project team and senior management team.

• Strong negotiation and being able to deliver your point in a professional manner and treating others with respect.

• Updating systems to ensure that all documents relating to your role are saved and ready for auditing in strict accordance with company procedures.

• Control project execution plans and delivery structured updates to the client.

• Manage, review and monitor risk, program, plant, quality, cost.

• Promote and follow good Project governance through the policies and procedures laid out by the Group.

• Understand and work within team targets and the clients business plan.

• Liaison with project Retrofit Co-Ordinator to ensure works as compliant.

Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years previous site management experience

• Sound knowledge of the social housing sector inc planned works programmes and maintenance projects

• Sound knowledge of the Construction industry

• Experience of working in multiple refurbishment project settings/projects

• Sound knowledge of section 20 leaseholder consultation and housing legislation

• Experience of multiple communication between supply chain partners, clients, residents and internal staff

• Experience of delivering successful outcomes to complaints Qualifications:

• A valid SMSTS qualification = E • CSCS card in site management = E

• NVQ level 6 in site management/construction = D

• A recognised building/trade qualification = E

• Asbestos Awareness Certification = E

• Must hold current valid driving license = E

• Recognised qualifications and or work experience regarding Fire Assessment surveying and remedial works = D

This role would suit someone with a Retrofit background looking to work for a growing organisation with exciting future plans

Benefits include: - 25 days holiday + bank holidays - Birthday day off - Pension - And many more..

Senior Buyer - Residential

• Senior Buyer Role on high-quality developments
• Autonomous position
• Great company culture and reputation
• Comprehensive salary and benefits package

The primary role would be the procurement of materials for residential developments across the Southwest.

 

The developments are very high quality and often bespoke to the area they are built within.

 

Previous experience within the housing sector and experience using the COINS software system would be desirable.

 

The successful candidate should also have good skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

 

The role would entail the following:

 

• Taking off and scheduling materials from drawings and specifications.
• Sending supplier tender enquiries and analysing them on receipt.
• Negotiating prices with suppliers.
• Creating purchase orders using the COINS system.
• Manage and update the materials price database.
• Assisting sites with day-to-day plant and materials requirements.
• Dealing with site or supplier delivery/invoice queries.
• Check and authorise supplier invoices.
• Develop supplier relationships.

 

In return, you will be able to get a

 

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus.
• Company car or car allowance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising at 1 day per year to a maximum of 30 days.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Optional medical insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements.

 

 

 

Senior Technical Coordinatorprojects

• Excellent team in place
• Secure pipeline of work
• Good range of local brownfield and greenfield projects
• Ability to develop and progress
• Excellent package and benefits

This award-winning developer seeks the appointment of an experienced Technical / Design Coordinator.

 

Working on a complex live project whilst also working on the pre-construction of a new development you will be working with Technical Manager and Project Manager.

The main purpose of the role is to coordinate all design/utility information between external consultants/ our own internal team and  departments ensuring that all approvals/utility quotes are obtained in a timely manner and that high-quality and correct information is issued to other departments.

 

You will also work across section agreements

 

• Liaise with and advise other departments on technical matters to provide backup and information flow
• Ensure that all information is available to the construction and other relevant departments to suit the project programme.
• Liaise with consultants, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure the preparation of technical support information.
• Prepare and manage technical budgets and fee trackers to report to commercial monthly as part of the cost to complete.
• Managing and coordinating planning and technical packages for the relevant submissions
• Working knowledge of the latest Building Regulations, NHBC and associated legislation connected with the construction industry.
• The ability to get on with people together with communication skills for dealing with multi-disciplined teams.
• The ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and efficient manner.
• To have the desire to improve their ability and to be proactive and recognise problems.
• Receive and coordinate utility packages and make recommendations to preferred utility suppliers, these works will also include managing diversions, reinforcements and main supplies with the site team
• Co-ordinate and ensure compliance of working drawings with Housing Association i.e. DQS, HQI etc
• Liaise with the Commercial manager, Surveyors and Buyers with regard to any specification changes
• Ensure coordination of civil engineering packages which include drainage, slab levels, external works, and highways information accords with working drawings and planning drawings but also coordinate with all consultants
• Ensure that all drawings/details meet with Local Authority / NHBC requirements, Robust details, SAP rating requirements, and Code for Sustainable Homes requirements.
• Coordinate and liaise with local adopting bodies for S278, S38, S104 and etc, to gain the correct technical approvals to allow works to commence on-site in a timely manner.
• Apply and manage Building Regulation notices and condition clearance.

This is a great role, which will allow you to expand your experience working within a very accomplished technical team, whilst increasing proejct exposure and being able to move up the career ladder

For more information on this exciting developer and their projects - please call or email in complete confidence.