Our client is one of the UK’s leading privately-owned construction, civil engineering, homes and property services contractors providing complete construction solutions to clients in the public and private sectors. With an annual turnover of £251m, our client operates throughout the South of England and Midlands building and maintaining the railways, roads, homes, hospitals, schools and offices that we all depend on in our daily lives.

The company employs 1,000 people with a wide range of skills and capabilities, and our clients are always looking for like-minded people to join the team and help the company grow and meet the challenges of the future.

Our client is now seeking to recruit an Senior Estimator / Cost Planner based in London.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Location: London Council Office - New Build - £42 Million

Our client is one of the UK’s leading privately-owned construction, civil engineering, homes and property services contractors providing complete construction solutions to clients in the public and private sectors. With an annual turnover of £251m, our client operates throughout the South of England and Midlands building and maintaining the railways, roads, homes, hospitals, schools and offices that we all depend on in our daily lives.

Working alongside the Project Manager/Director and Commercial Manager as an integral part of the Project Management Team you will work closely with the Project Planner and Building Services Manager to ensure timely project delivery whilst ensuring client satisfaction.

You will be responsible for ensuring all Design Work instructions are completed for a specific project as well as producing, agreeing and managing a realistic design programme to satisfy design, procurement and construction requirements. Primarily you will be responsible for on site design management regularly reviewing project performance and working closely with the client, design organisations and project team implementing continuous improvement programmes and providing guidance on design related issues.

Further to this you will be involved with projects at the bid and pre-construction phases and may be asked to carry out bid management tasks as well as reviewing contractor proposals and review the design with respect to any mitigating health & safety issues.

Who we're looking for
As a Design Manager, you will have experience working for a similar organisation on new-build projects of varying construction types. Ideally you will have exposure to both RC Frame and Steel Frame construction. You will be familiar with current design packages with the relevant qualifications. You may be experienced as a Design Manager but looking to take the next step forward working on larger projects or at a more senior level. The successful candidate will have skills in:
• Planning & organising
• Achieving & proactivity
• Relationship building
• Delivering through effective people management
• Business awareness
• Customer focussed
• Driving & contributing to continuous improvement
• Dealing with change management

What's on offer
Negotiable depending upon experience with a comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare, car/car allowance and more.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Location:
London Council Office - New Build - £42 Million

Our client is one of the UK’s leading privately-owned construction, civil engineering, homes and property services contractors providing complete construction solutions to clients in the public and private sectors. With an annual turnover of £251m, our client operates throughout the South of England and Midlands building and maintaining the railways, roads, homes, hospitals, schools and offices that we all depend on in our daily lives.

Our client is now seeking to recruit a Building Services Manager based in London.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is one of the UK’s leading privately-owned construction, civil engineering, homes and property services contractors providing complete construction solutions to clients in the public and private sectors. With an annual turnover of £251m, our client operates throughout the South of England and Midlands building and maintaining the railways, roads, homes, hospitals, schools and offices that we all depend on in our daily lives.

The company employs 1,000 people with a wide range of skills and capabilities, and our clients are always looking for like-minded people to join the team and help the company grow and meet the challenges of the future.

They are now seeking to recruit a Senior Estimator (civils) in Milton Keynes.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Department: Construction

Reporting to: Divisional Director/Construction Manager

Hours: 8.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday with half an hour for lunch, plus such additional hours as may be necessary for the effective performance of the duties.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Ensure that sites and contracts under his/her jurisdiction are managed efficiently with the object of maximising profitability whilst maintaining high standards of quality. Responsible for ensuring that contracts are managed in accordance with the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy and Procedures. Direct, motivate and instruct subordinate staff to assist them in achieving their full potential.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
The timely production, in conjunction with his Divisional Director/Manager and Site Manager of the requisite programmes including the programming of sub contract works, project control plans and inspection and test plans. Monitoring and reporting progress against programme and quality control following periodic visits to site.
The setting up, together with the Divisional Director/ Manager and the Project Surveyor, of sub-contract packages.
The provision of the necessary documentation, plus 'latest order by' dates, to ensure that the Chief Buyer has sufficient information to place purchase orders on the most beneficial terms for the Company.
Responsible to the Divisional Director/Manager for the monitoring the schedule of deliveries and liaising with suppliers where appropriate to ensure that specified delivery dates are complied with.
Instruct and monitor site management to ensure that the requisite progress and quality levels are achieved. Ensuring compliance with the Company's Management Systems insofar as they are applicable to Contract Management.
Responsible for the management of contracts allocated to him/her and for ensuring the on-site staff perform their duties to the requirements of the contract and in accordance with the Company’s Management Systems.

In conjunction with the Divisional Director/ Manager, and others in the project management team, make sure that all instructions received are confirmed in writing and that the Company's contractual position is protected at all times by maintenance of accurate site records and timely correspondence.

Liaise with the Architect, the Supervising Officer and others appointed by the Employer or his professional advisers in connection with the contract.
Oversee the Defects Liability work and ensuring compliance with Management Systems in respect thereof.
Liaise with the contract Quantity Surveyors in matters concerning measurement, claims and cost reporting.
Such other duties in connection with or allied to the management of package contracts as are instructed from time to time by the Divisional Director/Manager.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Previous Decent Homes or New Build/Refurb mix experience essential
Management experience essential

Our client is one of the UK's most respected privately owned construction companies, with an unrivalled portfolio across Social Housing Regeneration, Housing PFI and Property Development.

Due to their successful growth an exciting opportunity has arisen.

In return for your skills and enthusiasm they offer a competitive salary package and will consider flexible working arrangements.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.


This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a medium sized regional contractor turning over £12 Million. The majority of their projects range from £100k-£2.5M (However they will cover smaller projects for key clients). They have 50 Permanent workforce of 50 and a further fluctuating workforce of 50-300 site operatives. They have steady turnover of 25-30 jobs running throughout Kent, Sussex and into Surrey and London. Their work is currently a mix of social housing refurbishment and commercial office refurbishment and fitout.

Due to an increase in workload they are looking for an experienced buyer to compliment the existing team. The role involves materials buying; you will ideally have a minimum of 2 years experience with a recognised contractor and be educated to at least HNC/D level. Generous salary and benefits package offered to the right candidate. Excellent career opportunity for the right candidate.
call Steve Rose on 01580 764640 for more information.



For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

or simply give Steve a call on 01580 764640

Our client value safety, the enviroment and profit but it is the calibre of their people which makes the difference.

Your skills and knowledge will be tested to the limit but there will always be support for you when you need it. Their work type is water related and the right candidate will have substantial water-related experience (clean water or waste water).

Based :- London and Home Counties

Responsibility:
Management of Site staff on projects including monitoring and reporting of commercial, engineering and Health, Safety and Environmental issues.

Essential Experience:
Water industry experience, including management of a team of Site Agents, Sub agents and engineers, Financial control and responsiblity for programme, quality, health, safety and environment.

Our client believes in rewarding quality people with quality jobs and offer an excellent remuneration package, excellent career development, company car scheme and a brilliant benefits package.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

or simply give Steve a call on 01580 764640

Our client has one ambition:-
To become the leading provider of ground engineering services worldwide.
In order to achieve this, our client's focus as a business lies in delivering excellence in four key areas:-

The experience of their Customers

The way in which they Operate

The attraction, retention and development of their People

Achieving responsible Growth.

In working with them you'll be part of an increasingly successful and growing organisation for which the attraction, retention, training and development of their people is paramount to their success. They offer a wide range of piling, excavations support and ground improvement techniques to their clients.

Senior Contracts Engineer

Taking responsibility for managing one or more contracts on site, you'll ensure all preparatory work, site performance and costs are completed to company standards.
Supervising Works Managers and Engineers, you will ensure the correct execution of the pile design, implement HSEQ standards and prepare accounts for a related discipline, as well as proven experience in a similar role.
Analytical with a good level of numeracy and computer literacy, you will also have the ability to motivate and lead a team.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client has one ambition:-
To become the leading provider of ground engineering services worldwide.
In order to achieve this, our client's focus as a business lies in delivering excellence in four key areas:-

The experience of their Customers

The way in which they Operate

The attraction, retention and development of their People

Achieving responsible Growth.

In working with them you'll be part of an increasingly successful and growing organisation for which the attraction, retention, training and development of their people is paramount to their success. They offer a wide range of piling, excavations support and ground improvement techniques to their clients.

Contracts Engineer

You'll assist in the running of foundation contracts, ensuring that our company procedures, including HSEQ are implemented. Undertaking all preparatory work and monitoring of site perormance, you'll also ensure the correct execution of the pile design. With previous construction experience, you'll be self motivated with strong numerical and analytical skills.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is one of the country’s premier fibrous plaster specialists. Experts in the design, manufacture & installation of all forms of fibrous plasterwork and GRG.

They have one of the most extensive libraries of moulds in the UK and have established a reputation as one of the industry’s outstanding performers.

Long-term opportunities in bespoke high quality finishing projects, typically based in London and Home Counties. You will oversee day to day operations, including coordinating and monitoring activities, manpower resourcing, client meetings, report writing, project scheduling and financial controls. Contracts range from £10K - £1.5M.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client has one ambition:-
To become the leading provider of ground engineering services worldwide.
In order to achieve this, our client's focus as a business lies in delivering excellence in four key areas,
The experience of their Customers
The way in which they Operate
The attraction, retention and development of their People
Achieving responsible Growth.

In working with them you'll be part of an increasingly successful and growing organisation for which the attraction, retention, training and development of their people is paramount to their success. They offer a wide range of piling, excavations support and ground improvement techniques to their clients.

Project Manager

Bringing proven experience in a similar enviroment, you'll play a key role in the preparation of quality bid submissions and will attend pre and post tender meetings and be subsequently responsible for managing one of our major contracts. With the ability to promote and develop a high standard of health, safety and enviromental awareness, you'll also implement systems to improve quality and will lead, coach and develop site staff. With a civil engineering degree or related discipline, you'll ideally have experience of piling techniques.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client's Asset Managenent Group now has some exciting opportunities for talented and energetic staff to help them deliver their investment programme. You will enable our clients to provide residents with "Modern Homes" , delivering the programme to excellent standards and meeting their residents high expectations, using their modern "Egan compliant" partnering framework.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our client's Delivery Unit and develop experience of partnering, at the cutting edge of delivering their refurbishment projects on the ground.
Assistant Project Manager - 3 year Fixed Term Contract
Salary up to £34,983 pa plus final salary pension.

Our clients need someone with solid experience of housing refurbishment to ensure the work produced by their contractor partners meets the highest quality standards. You will be play a key role in supporting their Project Managers, setting standards and checking that these are met, and surveying homes to determine the need for works. You will need good technical, customer care and communication skills.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client are seeking to appoint an experienced

Contract Manager

You will be working within a rapidly growing Company on sites in the Midlands - South - North. They will expect you to have a hands on approach and have a sound knowledge of running sites and plant and be confident to deal with any on site matters including Health & Safety etc.

The successful candidate will have in return a good salary and a Company vehicle.


For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is one of the UK's most respected privately owned construction companies, with an unrivalled portfolio across Social Housing Regeneration, Housing PFI and Property Development.

Due to their successful growth,an exciting opportunity has arisen.

Location: Kent/Greater London/Home Counties

Reporting to: Divisional Director/Construction Manager

Hours: 8.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday with half an hour for lunch, plus such additional hours as may be necessary for the effective performance of the duties.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Ensure that sites and contracts under his/her jurisdiction are managed efficiently with the object of maximising profitability whilst maintaining high standards of quality. Responsible for ensuring that contracts are managed in accordance with the Company’s Health, Safety and Environmental Policy and Procedures. Direct, motivate and instruct subordinate staff to assist them in achieving their full potential.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

The timely production, in conjunction with his Divisional Director/Manager and Site Manager of the requisite programmes including the programming of sub contract works, project control plans and inspection and test plans. Monitoring and reporting progress against programme and quality control following periodic visits to site.
The setting up, together with the Divisional Director/ Manager and the Project Surveyor, of sub-contract packages.
The provision of the necessary documentation, plus 'latest order by' dates, to ensure that the Chief Buyer has sufficient information to place purchase orders on the most beneficial terms for the Company.
Responsible to the Divisional Director/Manager for the monitoring the schedule of deliveries and liaising with suppliers where appropriate to ensure that specified delivery dates are complied with.
Instruct and monitor site management to ensure that the requisite progress and quality levels are achieved. Ensuring compliance with the Company's Management Systems insofar as they are applicable to Contract Management.
Responsible for the management of contracts allocated to him/her and for ensuring the on-site staff perform their duties to the requirements of the contract and in accordance with the Company’s Management Systems.


In conjunction with the Divisional Director/ Manager, and others in the project management team, make sure that all instructions received are confirmed in writing and that the Company's contractual position is protected at all times by maintenance of accurate site records and timely correspondence.

Liaise with the Architect, the Supervising Officer and others appointed by the Employer or his professional advisers in connection with the contract.
Oversee the Defects Liability work and ensuring compliance with Management Systems in respect thereof.
Liaise with the contract Quantity Surveyors in matters concerning measurement, claims and cost reporting.
Such other duties in connection with or allied to the management of package contracts as are instructed from time to time by the Divisional Director/Manager.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Previous New Build experience essential
Management experience essential
In return for your skills and enthusiasm our client is offering a competitive salary package and will consider flexible working arrangements.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is one of the UK's most respected privately owned construction companies, with an unrivalled portfolio across Social Housing Regeneration, Housing PFI and Property Development.

Due to their successful growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen.

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Hours: 9.00 am to 5.30 pm - Monday to Friday

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Acting as a key member of the bid management team you will examine and consider tender documentation, then produce substantiated building cost estimates for a wide range of Housing projects that will include Design and Build and/or Refurbishment work.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
To analyse tender invitation documentation and agree with the Commercial Director a strategy for pricing of the project including preparation of tender programme(s) where required.
Work closely within Bid management team(s) and appointed Bid manager(s).
Preparation of Elemental Cost plans or Bills of Quantities as required using departmental estimating software.
Obtain competitive current prices for all resources (labour, material and plant) where possible within the tender period.
Prepare Preliminaries budgets in conjunction with the operational construction team.
Become familiar with specific site conditions and site environment(s) to fully understand risks related to site conditions, statutory services or the like.
To manage where required the activities of junior staff assisting production of Estimates.
Liaise with Architects and other professionals to deal with Preliminary Design issues and queries arising during the tender process.
Prepare a detailed Tender Summary of the Construction Estimate for adjudication, this will include Financial summaries, Elemental Analysis reports, Resources Summaries, Risk Statement, Qualifications report, Design Statement, Location details, Photographs, and any other information necessary to fully brief both Technical Settlement and Adjudication meetings.
To prepare and complete and submit Forms of Tender and other financial submission documents as instruction by the Tender invitation instructions.
Follow the award of a contract. Attend hand over briefing meetings with the Company's contract management team and provide a full package of documentation in support of your tender. Answer queries as they arise.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION
Candidates must have:-
The ability to work within a team environment.
Self-motivation & flexibility.
The ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines.
Candidates are preferred who have:-
Proven experience in estimating with majority of experience gained tendering or pricing housing related projects.
Minimum of HNC Building, preferred MIOB or RICS or equivalent
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is essential.
Experience of building estimates using a recognized estimating software package would also be desirable.
In return for your skills and enthusiasm our client is offering a competitive salary package and will consider flexible working arrangements.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is one of the UK's most respected privately owned construction companies, with an unrivalled portfolio across Social Housing Regeneration, Housing PFI and Property Development.

Due to their successful growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen.

Reporting to: Surveying Director

Hours: 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday with one hour for lunch.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Chief Buyer is responsible for overseeing the procurement function throughout the Company and ensures that the Company's contractual position is protected. Exceptions are Sub-contract placement and the appointment of designers and consultants for contracts.

RESPONSIBLE FOR
Managing and overseeing all procurement activities of the Company. Including purchasing policy and establishing purchasing procedures and overseeing the operations of the Buying Department.

SPECIFIC DUTIES
Management of the procurement functions of the Company in accordance with
agreed Management Systems.
Recruitment, training and appraisal of purchasing staff.Manage and allocate
their workload.
Maintenance, development and documentation of Management Systems procedures for purchasing work.
Continue to improve performance professionally and technically by keeping abreast of current technology and methods.
Co-ordinate co-operation and communication between the estimating and Purchasing functions.
Attend Tender Adjudication meetings and Director's meetings as required to report on procurement matters.
Advise tender teams on matters relating to procurement of materials and services.

At tender handover meetings, identify key materials for each new contract.
The procurement of goods and services measured against a fixed set of conditions at equal to or less than the 'tender cost'.
Advise site management on matters relating to the availability of materials, which have a direct effect on the construction process and progress.
Report to management the level of success achieved in material procurement
Ensure that purchasing staff provide a timely and efficient service to the Operating Divisions of the Company.
Participate in industry sector activities related to procurement in order to keep up-to-date on prices, terms etc. Monitor screen prices for materials costs, keep catalogues, references, samples and create a library of suppliers.
Formulate Policy for purchasing Group overhead item.

In return for your skills and enthusiasm our client is offering a competitive salary package and will consider flexible working arrangements.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Job Title

Contracts Manager

Location

Maidstone, Kent

Our client is the successful south east region of a leading European contractor is active in the sectors of maintenance, refurbishment, interior fit-out and new build for a wide range of private and public sector clients. They have a portfolio of projects ranging in value from £300K to in excess of £10M.

Detailed Description

Our client requires a Contracts Manager for the West Kent area.

Responsibilities will include:

2-3 projects, depending on the value
Tender/Construction activities and management of all projects through to successful delivery.
Job Requirements

Proven track record - D&B industrial/commercial experience plus traditional, new build and refurbishment, education, healthcare, prison, restoration experience.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

In Brief
Our client is an established and successful general building contractor with a turnover of £9m. They work with local authorities and with private clients; contracts include prisons, schools, the ambulance service, museums and residential properties. Their head office is in north Kent. As part of their expansion they are now seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to play an important role as part of the senior management team.
A lot of their business is with key clients who use them for all their requirements on a repeat basis. They have a first class training & personal development scheme in place, there is a great team culture and excellent career prospects for progression.

Current projects include:
• 6 New Build Houses £3M
Two school refurbishments c£1.5m each
• Grade 2 listed Church repair £1m
• New private house c£1.5m Kent
• New build/refurbishment of 14 flats
• Refurbishment of two fire stations
• Framework contract with a London museum c£4m
• Refurbishment of 2 shops and 4 flats
• New build nursing home
• Private house build in London c£3.25m
These are some of the projects our client is undertaking.

You will need:
• The drive and technical ability to independently control new build or refurbishment projects up to £1.5m in value
• A good technical construction knowledge, capable of running 2-3 projects from start to completion and handing over a first class finished product
• The ability to manage problems and provide practicable solutions
• To be a good negotiator and excellent communicator
• Confidence about your ability with the capacity to develop client relationships and manage site teams
• Keen to work with a small to medium sized business
• To live locally to north Kent/Dartford

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For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.
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This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a highly successful and respected regional Contractor with an enviable Client base culminating in a wide yet interesting variety of projects. Our client's offer excellent career prospects within a professional yet friendly environment and actively encourage personnel growth and development through their progressive and continuous training programme.

Our clients are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A vacancy exists for an experienced Construction Manager. The successful applicant will have a proven track record with recognised main contractors and possess a stable career path.

The applicant should have a good Health and Safety knowledge, along with experience of QA procedures and experience in Design and Build projects from £10m to £35m, contracts will vary between industrial, commercial and educational.

The successful candidate will report to the Project Director and will have overall responsibility for the on site delivery of the project. An attractive salary and benefits package will be offered to the right applicant.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a highly successful and respected regional Contractor with an enviable Client base culminating in a wide yet interesting variety of projects. They offer excellent career prospects within a professional yet friendly environment and actively encourage personnel growth and development through their progressive and continuous training programme.

Our client is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A vacancy exists for a Senior Site Manager with a proven track record with a main contractor and a stable career path.

Good Health and Safety knowledge, along with experience of QA procedures and with experience of design and build projects is essential. Contracts will vary between industrial, commercial and education with values from £3m to £6m.

The successful candidate will report to the Contracts Manager and will have overall responsibility for the on site delivery of the project. An attractive salary and benefits package will be offered to the right applicant.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of Contracts Manager, based at our client's office in Hertfordshire.
Our client is a successful Groundwork + Concrete Frame Company, operating in London + Northern Home Counties.
You will have a proven track record @ this level with previous experience in either groundwork's or concrete frame construction.
Duties will include:-
Safety Management + Control
Contract Administration + Client liason including electronic correspondence
Programming our site activities + labour control
Interaction with our existing management structure + buying department
Salaries and benefits offered will commenurate with age, experience and qualifications.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

With opening of a new London office has come the start of our client's developments in London and the South East.

Our client's first scheme in Hertfordshire will be a large mixed-use development of over 450 units with commercial offices and some retail. This project will be a landmark development including the total refurbishment of an existing 20+ tower. The build cost for this project is in excess of £50m

The ethos that underpins our client's company has always been firmly routed in believing in trust and collaboration across all levels - from our client's personnel to suppliers, from partners to customers. They directly employ their entire construction team and they individually have a shared stake in each project being completed to the highest possible standard. The construction team are incentivised to ensure that each part of the build process is 100 percent perfect, so that the chain of responsibility and accountability is carried throughout the team

The Person
Our client's are seeking to appoint a high calibre Senior Site Manager to work on this development. You will have previous expertise in the residential field and have built a number of similarly large schemes for recognised developer/house builders. Reporting directly into the Senior Project Manager your duties will be to manage Site Managers, Foremen, and Engineers and be in control of a Direct Labour force. Ensuring our client's strict adherence to Health And Safety will be paramount alongside consistently producing their extremely high standards of build quality and programme management. A full and complete job specification is available on request.

The role will be rewarded with excellent career progression opportunities, personal involvement on some of the most exciting and challenging projects in London and the South East, together with an excellent remuneration package for an ambitious individual who is keen to work on their exciting projects.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

A rapidly expanding Housing Developer is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to take full responsibility of high specification residential developments in the Kent area.

Client:
My client is a market leading, rapidly expanding luxury housing developer. They take complete control of the property development process from buying land to the final point of sale.

They have built up an established reputation and are proud to have been featured within both trade publications and broad-sheet newspapers for the high specification and quality of their work.

Through their entrepreneurial attitude, and shared vision to be the biggest property developer in the South-East, they have successfully built their business over the last 7 years and now have an annual turnover of circa £15 million.

Opportunity:
Continued expansion has led my client to seek a dynamic Managing Quantity Surveyor to take control of a portfolio of circa 2-3 projects individually valued between £2 million - £8 million.

You will be the sole Quantity Surveyor for the company and will therefore undertake all duties from pre contract tender to post contract final accounts and claims dispute avoidance work.

The rewards for undertaking such responsibility are vast and my client is keen to ensure that they provide a total lifestyle package. This includes the option to eventually own a share of the company and develop to Director level.

Requirements:

* Ideally 10 years + Quantity Surveying experience.
* HND / BSc are advantageous but not essential.
* Housing developer / Main Contractor background with residential experience is advantageous.
* You must be able to demonstrate a determined attitude and ability to work alone.
* Drive and ambition are essential as is an entrepreneurial attitude and desire to succeed.

Synopsis:

A unique opportunity to assume a prestigious position within a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that will ensure that you are in control of your own development and earnings.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a well - established, expanding and progressive demolition company based in the South East, and is now seeking to recruit the following position:

Contract Manager

The company specialises in demolition, site clearances, bulk excavation, recycling, the supply of recycled materials and waste disposal and aims to carry out all operations within these fields with its own extensive plant and haulage fleets which are operated by our highly trained and experienced operators.

The company aims to provide innovative solutions to clients requirements by providing a service that can minimise disposal from site and reduce the requirements for imported fill materials.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a well - established, expanding and progressive demolition company based in the South East, and is now seeking to recruit the following position:

Project Manager

The company specialises in demolition, site clearances, bulk excavation, recycling, the supply of recycled materials and waste disposal and aims to carry out all operations within these fields with its own extensive plant and haulage fleets which are operated by our highly trained and experienced operators.

The company aims to provide innovative solutions to clients requirements by providing a service that can minimise disposal from site and reduce the requirements for imported fill materials.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Managing Surveyor

Founded in 1964, our client is a modern, forward-thinking main building contractor with a customer-focused ethos that makes it unique amongst its competitors. It has built a £30 Million turnover by continually providing a high quality refurbishment service, the company has achieved a preferred contractor status amongst many of its customers. Working in the private residential, education, public residential, healthcare, government works, special works, industrial, commercial and interior fit out.; their technical expertise is there strength: this allows them to offer proactive solutions to traditional building problems. This successful approach has provided a 75% repeat business rate.

We are seeking a senior quantity surveyor with management experience to oversee a team of 5 contracts surveyors. The contract surveyors are both managing contracts and overseeing the surveying for projects in the commercial fitout, local authority and decent homes sectors.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

or simply give Steve a call on 01580 764640

Position
Senior Quantity Surveyor /Commercial Manager Designate


Report to
Construction Director


Location
Head office North Kent visiting sites, sub - contractors & other locations as needed


Projects
Predominately residential, conventional housing and flats, medium to high quality standard

Typical project size £0.75 - 3M construction spend, 3 - 10 houses, 8 - 40 unit flat block, landscaped setting

Location - north + mid Kent


Company

Our client is an established developer & builder head quartered in North Kent.

It has operated for 12 years in the Kent, Surrey outer south London area

It differentiate itself by innovative design targeted on a specific market for each project

The company is expanding fast planning to grow from 4 to 8 concurrent projects


Responsibilities

Run the commercial and accounting function in a small developer including:-

Project Commercial Administration

Preparation of project budgets at brief & detail levels

Lead value engineering reviews of concept & detailed designs

Preparation & maintenance of cash flow forecasts

Tender & award sub contracts. Update standard ITT doc's.

Monitor project costs, estimate anticipated final costs

Control project costs & expenditure working with construction team

Handling disputes & claims

Preparation of BoQ

Run day to day accounting function

Run invoice / site instruction payment system with 1 accounts assistants

Agree invoice valuations with site managers

Administer & reconcile bank accounts



Organise response to post completion customer defect correction requests.



General

Establish commercial & financial control

Introduce new, efficient & innovative approaches

Establish & maintain performance bench mark system

Recent similar experience

Ability to direct manage & execute this function

Knowledge of building & related commercial practice. Ability to solve commercial, technical & organisational problems

Standing to manage this function

Someone who really controls cost in team environment

Sound negotiator

Likely RICS

Cost / accounting system knowledge-we currently use Sage.

Ability to install & run practical commercial systems

Conventional IT capability.

Tidy administrator.

Reliable & dependable


Live convenient for likely site locations i.e. Sidcup, Bromley, Rochester, Maidstone, Tonbridge, Edenbridge

Commitment & dedication

Work as part of effective project delivery team.

Interest & ability to contribute to a growing company

Good communicator able to articulate with management, construction team, sub - contractors.


For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.

This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Turnover £20m, 20-30% is D&B, core business is High Quality Refurbishment £250k - £5.5m. Projects throughout the M25 region. Range of contracts from listed buildings - contemporary contracts.

The majority of the projects are high-class residential refurbishment for some of the most exclusive and sought after properties throughout the West End and Knightsbridge. The company has a considerable design team, whose enthusiasm has helped them to win successive repeat business.
Due to the improved performance of the company, the board have begun to search for a Chief / Managing Estimator. The potential for advancement, including promotion and potential equity participation are available for the successful individual. We require a high quality commercial background, including some high specification residential refurbishment projects, a strong communicative ability with exemplarily client liaison skills, sound financial acumen. This is a key position for our client so future career advancement within the organisation is on offer for the right candidate.

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For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.
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This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a Groundworks and Civil Engineering company Operating from Slough since 1987. They work predominantly within Berkshire and surrounding Counties.

Our client's contracts to date have included a wide variety of commercial and industrial projects ranging in value from £100,000 to £6,000,000.

They own an extensive fleet of modern, well equipped excavators and ancillary plant. On going capital investment ensures that they have suitable resources available to carry out their works quickly and economically.

They pride themselves on being capable of providing a competitive, professional package to exacting standards, safely and within programme.

During their 20 years existence they have been involved in many prestigious Groundworks / Superstructures, Industrial and Commercial projects ranging from Schools, Distribution Centres, Office Blocks, Car Dealerships, Laboratories, Hotels, Sports Facilities and Infrastructure Works.

They operate from modern offices in Berkshire and have the most up to date IT resources at their disposal to assist client with their tender requirements.

As proof of their continued professionalism, quality and reliability they have excellent long term business relationships with quality clients and have maintained excellent ratings with their suppliers and subcontractors over the last 20 years.

Our client is a Groundworks and Civil Engineering company Operating from Slough since 1987. They work predominantly within a 50 mile radius of Slough on commercial and industrial building projects up to £5 million in value.
Our client requires the following person to manage existing projects.

Contracts Manager
Duties will include liasing with their clients construction team
Contract administration, electronic correspondence
Directing and programming their site management teams
Interaction with their buying department
Recruiting operatives, Labour Only Subcontractors, engineers
Safety Management and control, Risk Assessment & Method Statements
Suitable 3rd level qualification, experience as site engineer would be desirable.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who has experience in a similar field and are seeking to progress their career with reliable and professional organisation. The candidate must be computer literate and will be based in modern offices in Berkshire.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.


This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Job Specification
Our client is a design led construction company able to run building projects at all stages from conception, planning and construction through to the detail of interior design and decoration. Based in London, the company combines effective management with practical design, robust construction, imagination and a high level of service.

Company Overview
Turnover £20m 20-30% is D&B.
Core business is High Quality Refurbishment £250k - £5.5m.
Projects throughout the M25 region.
Range of contracts from listed buildings – contemporary contracts.
The majority of the projects are high-class residential refurbishment for some of the most exclusive and sought after properties throughout the West End and Knightsbridge.
The company has a design team of 10, whose enthusiasm has helped the company to win successive repeat business.
Care and consideration of long serving staff

Contracts Manager requirement
Due to the improved performance of the company, the board have begun to search for a Contracts Manager to work closely with the Directors. The potential for advancement, including promotion and considerable bonus. The prerequisite experience is a high quality residential refurbishment background in addition to the following.

Strong communicative ability with extemporarily client liaison skills is essential.
Strong financial acumen is essential.
Must be able to think laterally through problems.
Experience of managing direct labour is important. Our client employs 60-70 trades personnel continuously.
Strong design environment, strong labour force tackling glamorous end of the market.
Candidate with strong experience of projects at the sub £1million level would be of particular interest.

For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.


This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client specialises in carrying out refurbishment and fitting out projects in the commercial sector. Throughout their history they have been noted for their fast, efficient and personal service. Work has been completed on time, within budget and to a high standard.
This has resulted in a large proportion of their work being repeat orders and by recommendation. Some clients have been with them for over forty years.

Role requirements

We require a team player who readily accepts challenges, is able to command respect from his / her colleagues, as well as being both professional and fully computer literate.
A minimum of 5 years experience in the refurbishment and / or fitting out sector of the industry is preferred.

Controlling placement of all sub-contract orders; ensuring valuations are on time and correct in content; and overseeing invoicing and credit control.

This is an opportunity to for a self motivated hard working team player. A prerequisite for the successful applicant will a strong communicative ability. You will be able to deal with projects valued from £1-£2.5M.

Our client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package including a non-contributory pension scheme, health cover, group life assurance, car allowance and minimum 23 days annual leave. You will also be invited to join one of the company reward schemes.

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For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.
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This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

The key to our client’s success are their nurtured client relationships, which enable them to readily anticipate and eradicate problems. This is reflected in their outstanding retention rate, with a substantial amount of their work coming from negotiated contracts, a fact which dramatically underlines the confidence their clients have in them. Part of this vital process is the development and maintenance of team cohesion, along with sympathetic project partnering in highly complex situations.

Turnover £25m 20-30% is D&B, core business is new build and high quality refurbishment projects throughout the M25 region. Range of contracts from listed buildings - contemporary contracts. Types of projects undertaken include Complete New Builds, Fit Outs, Major Projects and restoration work, Facade Retention with new-build extensions, leisure, travel, retail and transportation, lightweight rooftop office buildings.

Our client requires candidates with experience of negotiated and two stage tender forms of contract. This is an opportunity for a self motivated hard working team player. A prerequisite for the successful applicant will be a strong communicative ability. You will be able to deal with a minimum of two projects at any one time values from £1-7.5M. Our client is offering a competitive salary and benefits package in addition to a generous bonus structure which is paid on each and every project.


For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.


This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk

Our client is a successful, privately owned regional contractor tackling projects in the education, residential, healthcare, commercial, industrial and community sectors.
Since its formation some 30 years ago the company has been responsible for the construction of numerous new build projects from 6 - 54 units and extension/alteration and refurbishment schemes in the residential sector.
Working with a client's design team, or providing a complete Design and Build service, projects range from the refurbishment of older industrial buildings to the construction of new purpose built offices and warehousing.

The Company encourages training and further education to attain suitable trade or professional qualifications, and supports membership of relevant industry bodies. We are looking for dynamic individuals, with a proven track record with a similar regional contractor or main contractor. You will be an enthusiastic professional looking to make a long term commitment to a progressive and thriving company.

We will be interviewing in person for this role, we will provide more detailed information at this stage.
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For an in-depth overview of the company, and the career prospects on offer please contact Stephen Rose.
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This opportunity is one of many on our register, if the post does not fit your background precisely but you are interested in moving your career forward then please register with us by sending your current CV and job requirements to steve@sprecruitment.co.uk