Job Title – Quantity Surveyor

Salary – £60,000 – £62,000 per annum + package

Location – Cambridgeshire

Our client, a large social housing contractor responsible for the maintenance of 1000s of domestic properties across Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is an office based role with occasional working from home opportunities. 

Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager you will:

Ensure commercial & contractual control and co-ordination of the efforts of all parties involved in the execution of a specified project or range of projects.

Ensure that the company’e policies and procedures are followed whilst maximising commercial performance of a specified project or range of projects.

Generally

• In conjunction with the relevant Project Management team member, be accountable for the profitability of the projects and develop an appropriate commercial strategy for the projects to ensure delivery of required margins.
• Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with standard company procedures and work instructions.
• Manage the subcontract tender process, including the selection of sub-contractors and  provision of all relevant contract and schedule documentation
• Be accountable for the activities of any directly reporting quantity surveying staff, including mentoring junior members of the team.
• Contribute to the management and maintenance of a contract cost reporting system, ensuring all financial information is managed and up-to-date and tracked with budget/tender allowances, commitments and deviations highlighted and managed.
• Along with other members of the team, produce and provide accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value.
• Continually monitor projected costs to completion in line with budget
• To ensure the client requirements are delivered in a timely manner as set out in the contract and maintain genuine effective business relationships.
• Ensure contract variations are identified, valued and turned into agreed variation orders with the customer in a timely manner.
• Create SMP and AMP for planned works contracts

• Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a dynamic team environment.
• Effective negotiation skills
• Can demonstrate a flexible, honest and hardworking attitude
• Self-motivated and shows initiative.
• Logical thinking with problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work.
• Computer Literate including excellent knowledge of all MS Office packages.
• Highly numerate and able to identify highlights and exceptions.
• Be able to successfully manage a team of staff, providing guidance, development and support.
• Able to deliver reports to other managers in accordance with strict deadlines.

For more information please call Jo Green on 07854556654 in strictest confidence or apply with your up to date CV via the link. 

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Project Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Working throughout the M25 in and around Greater London

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £45K-£55K (depending on experience)

Company & Project:

Our client, a company which specialise in residential refurbishments and new builds are looking for a Project Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• On-site ownership of projects from acceptance of quote through to completion
• The ideal candidate will take overall control of day-day site management of employees and sub-contractors
• On-site Health and Safety Management (RAMS), including initial H&S documentation preparation, including Construction Phase H&S Plan & Toolbox talks. As well as liaising with HSE.
• Responsible for the profit and loss for the construction phase of the project, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the client, contractors and project stakeholders
• Provide oversite for day to day construction activities including planning, procurement, valuation, estimation and site manager duties
• Drive project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
• Confirm deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction
• Report weekly on progress (including photos), cost and programme, procurement, safety, risk and any issues requiring office support.
• Reading and accurately interpreting contract documents, programmes, drawings and technical specifications
• Have a great understanding on various aspects of residential building, from foundations to plumbing all the way to decorating
• Ensure customer acceptance is adhered to, in writing and in line with the project plans
• Mutually agree payment schedules and applications for payment to the benefit of the project and the business
• Able to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a project team
• Personal professional development and partaking in professional bodies and industry groups

Desirable Experience:

• Project management experience in the construction sector
• The ideal candidate needs to have a minimum of 5 years’ experience within the residential sector
• Previous experience with high-end residential construction projects is essential
• Ability to work quickly while at the same time paying attention to the level of detail required for safe operation on site and in your surroundings.
• High standard of organization and time management.
• Ability to act on own initiative and self-motivated, with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Effective in all forms of communication.
• Flexible, with good attention to detail and demanding a high-quality level from themselves and colleagues
• Exceptional communication skills, ability to influence and quickly understand business and technical concepts
• Experience of Project and Programme Management
• Ability to manage and travel between multiple projects
• Full UK Driving license is essential

The Role: Bathroom Fitter

Location: Kings Lynn, Dereham and surrounding areas.               

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £30,000 + (company van, fuel card) 

Price per job payments also available. 

Our client a large local social housing contractor providing maintenance services to 1000s of properties across of East is looking for a Permanent and Full Time Bathroom Fiitter. As part of our planned works team you will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of Bathroom refurbishments and installs including all associated works within both occupied and unoccupied properties.

The hours of work will be 42.5 per week. The area covered is Kings Lynn , Dereham and surrounding areas.

Duties:

• The installation of full bathroom upgrades

• Basic carpentry

• Ceramic tiling

• Basic painting and decorating

Candidates must have the following:

• Minimum of either full trade Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 within a relevant trade OR a proven track record to reflect appropriate trade experience with Bathroom modification.

• Ability to demonstrate technical skills in both core trade and associated trades.

• Ability to work with plans /detailed drawings.

• Ability to display excellent Customer Service skills both internally and externally, generating a positive working environment.

• A good knowledge of the general building and construction industry.

• Full Valid UK Manual Driving Licence.

• Good understanding and knowledge of basic Health and Safety.

Contract: Full time and permanent

Salary from: £30,000 per annum + company van + fuel card + price per job payments.

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Benefits: 25 days holiday per annum + bank holidays, employee discounts scheme and generous pension

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• Company pension
• Employee discounts

Experience:

• Workplace Health and Safety: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2 or 1 Years’ Experience (required)
• Full Valid Manual Driving License (required)

If you wish to apply for this or other roles advertised by ARC please apply via the link or click on our company name and see all jobs advertised. Alternatively please call Karina on 01603 984879 for more information

by ARC please apply via the link or click on our company name and see all jobs advertised. Alternatively please call Karina on 01603 984879 for more information

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Assistant Site Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Thetford

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £40k (Depending on experience)  

Company & Project: 

Do you have experience as an Assistant Site Manager? If so, our client is one of the UK’s leading and award winning house builders and they are looking for an Assistant Site Manager to help oversee a residential project in Norfolk.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the completion and overall success of the site supported by the Site Manager
• To work on the project from plastering to completion
• Managing sub-contractors
• Ensuring deadlines and programmes of work are adhered to
• Ensure quality and accuracy of all internal finishes
• Ensure health and safety polices are followed on site
• Creating snagging lists and ensure all sub-contractors are completing on time
• Building good working relationships with other staff and departments

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience working as an assistant site manager on residential projects
• Ability to lead and encourage others to work in the best interest of the project
• Experience of working on RC Frames is essential.

Qualifications & Skills:

• CSCS 
• SSSTS/SMSTS (Ideally)
• First Aid (Ideally)
• Professional, proactive and driven individual

Application Process: If you would like more information on this position or any other vacancy, please send your cv to Kristi.Haylock@arcgroup.co.uk or apply online with your CV – 01603 984878