Salary: £80,000 - £95,000 + package (DOE)

Location: West London

The company

Our client is a main contractor that specialises in new Build schemes, Refurbishments and Fit-Outs for the Commercial, Leisure, Education, Residential, and Heritage sectors.

Projects are based in Central London and are consistently finished on time and to a high standard due to the attitude of our clients skilled team.

They have been operational for over 15 years and over time have grown a large client base that consistently return for repeat business.

Project Examples:

• Refurbishment | Commercial - Involved refurbishment and fit-out of an existing 8-storey building, installing bomb and blast resistant windows and CCTV systems, as well as a new computer and meeting rooms.
• New Build | Education - Design and Build of a new sports complex, featuring six courts, swimming pool, changing rooms, a gym, and aerobics studio.
• New Build | Retail - Scope of work consisted of demolition of existing building while still maintaining its façade, to create a modern six-storey gallery, featuring double-height salesroom, preview galleries, and café.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Project Manager/Senior Contracts Manager to work on a super prime residential project valued at £40 million involving the fit out of duplex apartment along with minor structural works.

The successful candidate will need to have previous experience working on high end residential or hotel schemes.

As the Project/Senior Contracts Manager you will be responsible for overseeing construction projects, managing contracts, and ensuring the successful delivery of the project.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, milestones, and resource allocation

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to finalize project details

• Organize and lead project meetings to align all parties involved

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

• Oversee the execution of contracts, ensuring all terms and conditions are met

• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and services

• Develop and manage project budgets

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders

• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and budget

• Facilitate communication between different teams to resolve contract-related issues

• Prepare for and support internal and external audits related to contracts

• Prepare regular reports on contract performance, risks, and issues

The Company

We are currently collaborating with a market-leading refurbishment contractor operating in London and the Southeast.

They are well-known for their commercial refurbishments and fit out plans, and they have over 60 years of expertise in creating high-quality and distinctive office schemes.

Building projects ranging in value from £500,000 to £30 million+ allow them to live up to their reputation for handling complicated plans and working in real partnership with clients and design teams.

Specialising in Refurbishment, Fit Out, Healthcare, Leisure, and Education.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Planner to join their team working on various fit out and refurbishment schemes across London and the Southeast.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Integration into project teams

• Liaise with clients and external planning consultants

• Provide planning services to projects and proposals.

• Lead programme meetings whether internally or presenting to Clients

• Set up end to end programmes from appointment to commissioning and close out.

• Set up and manage auditable trails of programmes

• Collate & validate project progress and report to the Construction Director.

• Contribute to the efficient way the business is being run by feeding lessons learnt and innovation back into the team.

• Understand what makes each project tick and establish programmes around key milestones.

• Critical Path analysis

• Identify and manage project risk

• Ability to contribute to problem solving

• Ability to produce detailed programmes and options quickly as required by clients

• Ability to advise clients on “last possible moment” decision milestones

• Develop relationships with internal teams, consultants, clients, and suppliers.

Bid Writer/Manager

Salary: Negotiable

Location: Hertfordshire (Office Based)

The Company

We currently working with a family-owned company with over 50 years’ experience as Developer and Main contractor with a turnover of almost £200 million.

While based in Hertfordshire the mostly operate in London and Southeast.

Everything they accomplished has been due to their values and ethos, which are always at the heart of the firm. The company has a strong record of Development, Construction and Refurbishment services mainly for Residential sector.

They support their staff's continued growth, from apprenticeships to professional training levels. Because they believe that their employees are the most important aspect in their success, they provide a dynamic working environment as well as a variety of employee perks.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Bid Writer/Manager to manage the refurbishment process for the public sector residential refurbishment projects.

This job is a multi-faceted role that revolves around creating persuasive bid proposals and effectively managing the bid process to secure new projects. This entails writing and editing bid document, including executive summaries, project descriptions, and technical solutions ensuring clarity, accuracy and alignment with the client requirements.

Core Competencies needed:

• Ability to write clearly, concisely, and persuasively, creating compelling content that resonates with clients
• Proficiency in translating complex technical concepts into accessible and understandable language
• Ability to develop strategic plans that align with the company's goals and maximize the chances of winning bids
• Proficiency in analysing client requirements, market trends, and competitor strategies to inform bid development

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Evaluating potential bid opportunities to determine their alignment with the company's strategic goals and likelihood of success

• Developing a tailored win strategy for each bid, identifying key themes, differentiators, and value propositions that will appeal to the client

• Establishing a detailed bid development timeline, including key milestones and deadlines

• Identifying and allocating necessary resources, including subject matter experts, writers, and graphic designers

• Drafting, writing, and editing sections of the bid, including executive summaries, project descriptions, methodologies, and technical solutions

• Customizing content to address the specific needs and requirements of each client, ensuring a personalized and compelling response

• Translating complex technical information into clear, concise, and persuasive language that is easily understood by the client

• Leading and coordinating a cross-functional bid team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration

• Monitoring the progress of bid development activities to ensure all tasks are completed on time and to a high standard

• Conducting thorough reviews and edits of bid documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with client requirements

• Ensuring that all aspects of the bid meet the client's specifications and adhere to any relevant regulations or standards

• Communicating with clients to clarify requirements and address any questions or concerns they may have

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients to enhance the company's reputation and increase the chances of future business

• Providing regular updates to senior management on bid progress, challenges, and strategic decisions

• Conducting team briefings to ensure that all members are aligned and informed about bid requirements and deadlines

• Overseeing the final preparation of the bid, ensuring that all documents are complete, accurate, and professionally presented

• Following up with clients after submission to answer any additional questions and provide further information as needed

• Conducting debriefs with the bid team to analyse the process, outcomes, and feedback, identifying areas for improvement

The Company

Our client is a leading design and build main contractor based in Surrey that specialize in office Fit-out, furniture and interior design.

The company emphasizes the importance of relationships with clients as 70% of their work comes from repeat clients.

Working for them you will notice their unique office culture as they believe in creating an environment where the team can be passionate about what they do and explore their creative potential.

They have been established for over 40 years for with a turnover of over £40 million last year they are set to keep growing.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Estimator to work on a variety of refurbishment projects.

As the Senior Estimator you will play a crucial role in the preconstruction phase, responsible for preparing and overseeing competitive cost estimates for construction projects.

This senior level position requires advanced knowledge of construction methodologies, extensive experience, strong leadership, and the ability to guide the estimation process effectively.

The Senior Estimator will manage complex projects, mentor junior estimators, and contribute to high-level decision-making.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the detailed analysis of project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates

• Develop thorough and accurate cost estimates by identifying labour, material, and time requirements through in-depth study of proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents

• Leverage advanced estimation techniques and tools to ensure precision in cost forecasting

• Strategically prepare and submit competitive bid proposals for high-value construction projects

• Evaluate, interpret, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotes and proposals to ensure the best value

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to secure favourable terms and competitive pricing

• Conduct comprehensive site visits to assess project scope, constraints, and potential risks

• Utilize historical data and industry benchmarks to refine cost estimates and improve accuracy

• Identify, analyse, and mitigate potential project risks and uncertainties in cost estimations

• Act as a key liaison between project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment and clarity in project scopes and cost expectations

• Lead pre-bid meetings, bid strategy sessions, and post-bid reviews to drive successful bid outcomes

• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to junior estimators and other team members, fostering professional

The Company

Our client is a main contractor that provide services including New Builds, and Refurbishments across the UK to a Commercial, Healthcare, Heritage, and Education sectors.

They have been established for more than 30 years and have generated a reputation for high quality finishes. They deal with a lot of repeat business with their extensive list of high-profile clients, with project typically exceeding £10 million in value.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit an Assistant M&E Project Manager to play an important role in supporting the planning, execution, and completion of projects involving mechanical and electrical systems. This role is essential in ensuring that projects meet technical specifications, stay on schedule, and remain within budget.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in design development of mechanical and electrical systems

• Help prepare and review project documents, including blueprints and specifications

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders

• Assist in developing detailed project schedules and timelines

• Help allocate resources, including manpower, equipment, and materials

• Monitor project budgets and track expenditures

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance

• Assist in implementing quality control procedures

• Support the implementation of health and safety protocols on-site

• Provide technical assistance to resolve issues during construction

• Assist in the testing and commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems

• Maintain clear and effective communication with project stakeholders

• Prepare regular project status reports

• Organize and participate in project meetings

• Maintain accurate records of all project activities

• Ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations

• Assist in training project team members on M&E procedures and safety protocols

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

The Company

Established in the 90s, our client is a privately owned business that has been trading in London and the Southeast.

Their core business is painting and decorating, and they work with a variety of clients including local authorities, schools, sports venues and social housing clients.

With over 30 years in operation their management team are highly experienced in developing strategies for improvement and in fostering collaborative relationships.

They strive to maintain and attract the best staff and to develop within the company through ongoing training and continuous professional development.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to work under the guidance of a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Assisting with the day to day commercial aspects of property maintenance projects.

The purpose of this role is to assist with ensuring that procurement, reporting and other commercial functions are carried out in a timely manner.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Comply with the Company Health and Safety policy at all times, prioritizing safety above all other

considerations.

• Manage and develop relationships with customers and project stakeholders to promote the Company’s

good reputation.

• Participate in the tender handover process to understand the submitted tender and contract requirements

fully. Check contract documents prior to execution.

• Produce and maintain the following:

o Procurement Summary

o Prelims budget

o Valuation Schedule and Cashflow (entered on Connect)

o Design Release Schedule

o Information Required Schedule

o Main Contract Deliverables Schedule

• Execute commercial activities, including:

• Appointing designers and procuring subcontractors

• Obtaining bonds and special project insurances (e.g. 6.5.1)

• Liaising with the purchasing team for material procurement

• Conducting regular site visits and liaising with the site team to understand all site activities thoroughly

• Measuring and valuing subcontract and upline accounts, ensuring timely certification of valuations, active

cash flow management, and timely agreement of final accounts

• Producing customer progress reports

• Processing subcontract payments and ensuring timely issuance of payment/pay less notices

• Preparing accurate CVR reports

• Managing supply chain claims and preparing upline claim submissions

• Reviewing records regularly to ensure they are maintained by the project team to protect the Company’s

commercial position and escalating any concerns

• Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure prompt and effective resolution of issues for

successful project completion.

• Provide commercial support to the project team in managing contractual aspects, focusing on:

o Programme and extensions of time

o Efficient resource utilization

o Design development/value engineering

o Change management

o Defects management

• Execute commercial project completion activities, including:

• Agreeing subcontract and customer final accounts

• Reclaiming deposits

• Conducting post-contract review processes to ensure complete and accurate documentation, capturing

lessons learned, and entering supply chain performance ratings on Connect

• Develop your knowledge and capabilities relevant to your job role.

• Support the Company’s commitment to sustainability

The Company

We are currently collaborating with a Surrey based family owned main contractor with a rich history spanning 80 years, delivering projects throughout London and the southeast.

With a turnover around £50 million, they offer services in frameworks, refurbishment, design and build and traditional build contracts valuing between £1 million and £20 million.

They have established a strong client base in public and private sectors during their long standing tenure, they believe in upholding traditional values whilst continually innovating when it comes to professional development and construction methods.

Sectors: Residential, Education, Healthcare, Heritage, Leisure, Community, Partnership Housing, Sports, and Commercial.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Project Manager/Senior Site Manager to work on a complete internal refurbishment of a dormitory.

They are looking for a someone with fit out/refurbishment experience or someone with good all round experience.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Create detailed project plans, defining scope, goals, and deliverables

• Allocate resources effectively, balancing labour, equipment, and materials needs

• Prepare comprehensive project budgets, including cost estimates for materials, labour, and overhead

• Negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring favourable terms and adherence to project specifications

• Identify potential risks early in the project and develop mitigation strategies

• Oversee day-to-day activities on the construction site, ensuring adherence to plans and schedules

• Coordinate the work of various trades and subcontractors, ensuring smooth and efficient operations

• Manage site logistics, including the delivery and storage of materials, and ensure the availability of necessary equipment

• Implement and oversee quality control measures, ensuring work meets project standards and specifications

• Lead and coordinate the project team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

• Ensure team members have the necessary training and support to perform their roles effectively

If this particular position interests, you please contact us via the website or call us on 0208 912 5095

The Company

Our client is one of London’s leading residential developers focusing on build to rent schemes across London and the Southeast. Established over 20 years ago, our client has completed over 14,000 house builds across the capital since their inception.

The Company has in house teams of end to end development specialists in land acquisition, planning, design, construction and delivery all backed by one of the largest US real estate investment companies.

They pride themselves on having a unique and supportive work culture and they work hard to inspire this in staff they welcome in.

Project Examples:

• Mixed used Development

Undertaking a development of close to 500 homes as well as commercial space through a joint venture with a partner

• Residential Development

Involves the development of close to 200 build to rent apartments across multiple buildings ranging in size, including communal courtyards build

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Design Manager to working on Cladding and Cladding Remediation projects across East London.

The purpose of this role is to manage design subcontractors and consultants to ensure that designs and specifications are complete, in accordance with contract, statutory and building warranty requirements, are cost effective and provided in good time to meet project procurement and construction programme requirements.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure that company health and safety policies are complied with at all times

• Contribute to the management and development of relationships with customers and project stakeholders

• Support the work winning team by providing advice on potential errors, omissions, and value engineering opportunities

• Take part in the tender handover process to gain a full understanding of the submitted tender and requirements of the contract

• Contribute to the production and maintenance of procurement summary, design release schedule and main contract deliverables

• Liaise with the commercial team to ensure designer appointment documents are robust and concluded promptly

• Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders regularly and involve parties as necessary to ensure prompt and effective resolution of issues to facilitate successful project completion

• Closely manage the design team to ensure that designs are developed which comply with contract, statutory and building warranty requirements, in a cost effective manner and to comply with project programme requirements

• Escalate concerns regarding designer performance failures to senior management to agree appropriate action plan and implement as required

• Support the project team to recover full entitlement in respect of customer changes and extensions of time

• Carry out project completion activities

• Support the Company’s commitment to sustainability

If this particular position interests, you please apply via the website or call us at 0208 912 5095

The Company

We are currently collaborating with a premier design and build main contractor with an extensive project portfolio encompassing everything from residential refurbishment to large scale leisure and hotel schemes.

Established over 20 years ago, the company initially started as a fit-out contractor, as the company stands today, they are moving into the next level, with turnover increasing significantly in the last few years, are now looking at bringing the resources and resilience necessary to take on bigger clients.

Specialisms include residential build and refurbishment, commercial office, hotel, leisure and healthcare renovation and interior fit-out projects. In addition, they are experienced in the delivery of national rollout programmes for both public and private sector organisations.

Project examples:

• Hospitality - Fit out of unit shell to form prep area; kitchen, pot wash zone, bar and restaurant – 850+ sq ft

• Leisure – complete refurbishment of sports centre in Nottingham - including bespoke joinery, a full lighting system though-out, equipment rooms and flooring upgrade of the main gym area

• Commercial – Office redesign and reconfigure – 3 floors

• Residential – refurbishment of a super prime flat in West London - The scope of works comprised of a soft strip of the existing kitchen, bathrooms and floor finishes throughout

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Head of Design to work in their design studio and take a Director level role.

You will play a pivotal role in the development and execution of the design process.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations and provide leadership for design managers and other design management resources assigned to projects
• Work closely with the client team to facilitate a successful project experience and ensure a seamless journey
• Develop and lead the project design team, coordinating internal and external resources to ensure effective allocation and clear, actionable project deliverables
• Direct and support the deployment and ongoing operation of the design management system, ensuring it fulfils business objectives and complies with all statutory, legal, and contractual requirements
• Manage the portfolio program for all projects, identifying and highlighting key opportunities and challenges
• Establish the strategic framework for project design management delivery
• You will act as the key liaison for client design matters, ensuring strong relationship management and consistent client engagement
• Guide and support Managers to drive ongoing process improvements by leveraging best practices, integrating lessons learned, and advancing business enhancements, ultimately delivering exceptional value to clients
• Support business development and work winning activities
• Play a key role in shaping strategy, developing plans, and managing their implementation, ensuring that the annual business plan is delivered on schedule and within budget
• You will spearhead design management efforts to deliver essential strategic outcomes and meet sub-function KPIs, with a strong focus on shaping and steering strategic development initiatives
• Ensure that management systems are consistently applied throughout the project lifecycle and that all roles and responsibilities are properly maintained
• Facilitate and authorize consultant appointments for all work streams as stipulated by contractual requirements
• Accountable for leading teams to achieve key outcomes and for contributing to the strategic enhancement of design management systems

The Company

We are currently working with dynamic and privately owned construction business that has a turnover of £20 million.

They offer a boutique and niche approach to clients working on a range of commercial fit out schemes.

The business has steadily grown over the last three years and specialises in CAT A & B fit out, specialised works and furniture.

They pride themselves on being a fresh and exciting business and were borne out of a desire to underpin true transparency in the construction and fit out industry.

The Role

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a Senior Project Manager to work on a wide portfolio of turnkey and traditional projects valuing up to £3 million.

As the Senior Project Manager you will play an important role in the delivery of commercial fit out projects across Central London, ensuring that work is completed to specification, in accordance to company policies, on time and within budget, whilst maintaining client satisfaction.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Pre-construction and Leading the Bid team
• Client and professional team Management
• Risk Management
• Creating, Managing & Coordinating the programmed works.
• Procurement
• Value Engineering
• Managing Subcontractors
• Chairing and leading Design Team Meetings
• Quality Assurance
• Health & Safety
• Leading a team

If this particular role interests you, please contact us via email or call us on 0208 912 5095

you can also submit your CV to us on [email protected]