About the role of a Project Manager

Due to a contract award of a refurbishment project, this is a perfect opportunity for an experienced Site Manager, to take their career to the next level.

You will act as main point of liaison with the principal contractor, attend all programme, design & progress meetings, mange subcontractors, health and safety and oversee quality & delivery.

Based in the Cheshire area, you will be working alongside knowledgeable, professional, and supportive construction executives who will provide you with the environment where you can thrive.

The company are growing rapidly and have a large forward order book of leading construction projects with an opportunity to progress over the next couple of years.

Experience/Qualifications for a Site Manager:

• Experience on steel work, flooring, M&E and everything in between.

• Oversee the construction site from start to finish.
• Experience working in a department that allows them to showcase logical thinking skills and verbal communication skills.
• Working for high-end client's, whilst exceeding their expectations by elevating the experience.

What we offer for a Site Manager:

• Salary up to £55,000 (experience dependent)
• Car allowance
• 26 days holidays + bank holidays
• Excellent employer pension contribution
• Good additional company benefits & perks

If you want to hear more about this Project Manager role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Adnaan Patel in our Bolton office on 01204 554884.

My client are a well-established, reputable Main Contractor with a family feel and a reputation for excellent build quality and customer care. They are a growing business with lots of opportunities for career development and professional growth.

They have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Construction Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

The company work with a number of large clients across the UK in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, working on both refurbishment (internal and external) projects and new build extensions.

The Construction Manager would work closely with senior management, and would be responsible for managing a variety of contracts at high level.

Your duties will include:

• Programme delivery and planning
• Regular liaison with the client and contract reporting
• Building internal and external relationships
• Providing regular progress updates and resolving any issues as and when they arise
• Overall staff responsibility and man management of a team of Site Managers, Assistants Site Managers, and Foremen and direct and subcontract plant and trades.
• Ensuring high standards of Health and Safety

The successful applicant will come from a Main Contractor background and have experience of delivering multiple contracts across the Leisure/Commercial/Retail Fit Out sectors.

Please note - travel across the UK will be required as part of this role

The company will offer a competitive basic salary of up to £65k plus package.

Please apply via the link below, or call Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece for more information on 01204 554 884 option 3.

Senior Design Manager

A busy Housing Contractor have a requirement for an experienced Senior Design Manager to join their Design & Technical team based in Warrington.

About the role - Senior Design Manger

Reporting to the Technical Director, you will take responsibility for the compliance of the Design from inception through to operation of the building. You will ensure compliance of the design in accordance with Planning Permission, Third Party Agreements, latent defects insurers requirements, statutory requirements and contractual obligations arising from the Land Sale and Design & Build Agreements.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with the D&B Contract Employers Requirements & Contractors Proposals.
• Lead and guide the project external and internal design teams and ensure good communication and co-ordination.
• Appointment competent designers and consultants.
• Provide primary design management to facilitate the timely completion of design information to meet the design programme targets and project budgets.
• Management and checking of the internal/external drawings and manage weekly registers.
• Ensure all records of design changes are kept to co-ordinate "as built" drawings upon completion of the project.
• Ensure the design is co-ordinated through our drawing management portal.
• Produce Design Programme / Information Required Schedules.
• Produce and provide updates of the design delivery schedule in line with the contract deliverables.
• Assist the Project Manager with a tracking schedule all design and cost issues.
• Closely track design deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.
• Writing / reviewing project and elemental specifications.
• Liaison with building control, planning authority, fire authority and other regulatory bodies.
• Ensure design risk assessments are created and appropriately maintained for each project.
• Ensure that design elements take due consideration of the CDM regulations and that all designs can be delivered in a safe and controlled manner on site.
• Assisting in the assessment of tenders (where required).
• Set out scope-of-work, deliverables, and fee schedules with external consultants.
• Site visits and inspections. Issuing of Site Inspection Reports to note key points from site visits.
• Organising and chairing Design Team Meetings as required.

Requirements for the Senior Design Manager

• Excellent knowledge of construction standards, regulations and legislation including Health & Safety.
• Excellent, up-to-date, practical knowledge and experience of construction processes.
• Ability to present information in a clear and concise way to the team and to senior management, enabling effective decision making.
• Experience of managing the operational performance of the design supply chain including setting and achieving challenging targets.
• Able to prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
• Experience of document control systems.
• Excellent computer skills, CAD and Microsoft packages.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

What's on offer for the Senior Design Manager

• Salary competitive (DOE)
• Car allowance
• Contributory pension
• Medical cover
• Bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave

If you want to hear more about the Senior Design Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Deena Fields in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Dumper/roller driver with valid tickets

Valid CSCS card, and PPE

Please call for Ollie on 01204554884 or Email omcmahon@fr-group.co.uk

• Role: Telehandler
• Location: crewe CW5 5DG
• Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
• Start date:28/10/24
• Duration: 1 MONTH
• Pay rate: 17-18 an hour
• Working hours: 7:30- 4:30
• Fawkes & Reece contact: Ollie (Bolton office) 01204554884

The role:
As the site Telehandler you will be responsible for....
Requirements:
*Previous experience as a Telehandler
*NPORS Card
*CSCS

What to do next:
If you think you would be a good candidate for this role or would like to find out more about the position, please reach out to Ollie in our Bolton Office on 01204554884 or via email: omcmahon@fr-group.co.uk

Site Engineer - £300 - £350 p/d

Groundworks on New House Build projects

Crewe based

Market Leading Civil Engineering Groundworks contractor based near Crewe now looking for a Site Engineer to join their expanding Ops team. This prominent sub-contractor specialises in groundworking projects for new build projects and sites.

About the role : Site Engineer

As the Site Engineer you'll report to the Contracts manager and be a part of the groundworks setting out team.

The housebuilder clients you will be contracting for are the likes of; Redrow, Taylor Wimpey, and more! Operating on various sizes of New build site - projects valued between £12mill - £20mill.

Responsibilities for Site Engineer

• managing parts of construction projects.
• overseeing construction work.
• undertaking surveys.
• setting out sites.
• Travelling to sites across Northwest
• checking technical designs and drawings for accuracy and to ensure that they are followed correctly.
• supervising contracted staff.
• ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales.
• liaising with clients, subcontractors, local authority employees, architects and other professionals, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager.
• providing technical advice and solving problems on site.
• preparing site reports and logging progress.
• ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered to.

Requirements for Site Engineer

• Previous experience setting out the groundworks portion on a new house building project
• Previous experience working for a civil engineering contractor
• Full UK drivers license
• Civil Engineering Qualification (HND minimum)
• Up to date tickets and certifications

Remuneration for the Site Engineer

• £300 - £350 p/d
• Company Van provided
• Training and exposure to civil engineering for construction industry
• Growth and progression opportunity

If you want to hear more about this Site Engineer opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

My client are a well-established, reputable Main Contractor with a family feel and a reputation for excellent build quality and customer care. They are a growing business with lots of opportunities for career development and professional growth.

They have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Construction Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

The company work with a number of large clients across the UK in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, working on both refurbishment (internal and external) projects and new build extensions.

The Construction Manager would work closely with senior management, and would be responsible for managing a variety of contracts at high level.

Your duties will include:

• Programme delivery and planning
• Regular liaison with the client and contract reporting
• Building internal and external relationships
• Providing regular progress updates and resolving any issues as and when they arise
• Overall staff responsibility and man management of a team of Site Managers, Assistants Site Managers, and Foremen and direct and subcontract plant and trades.
• Ensuring high standards of Health and Safety

The successful applicant will come from a Main Contractor background and have experience of delivering multiple contracts across the Leisure/Commercial/Retail Fit Out sectors.

Please note - travel across the UK will be required as part of this role

The company will offer a competitive basic salary of up to £65k plus package.

Please apply via the link below, or call Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece for more information on 01204 554 884 option 3.

• Role: Labourer
• Location: CW5 5DG
• Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
• Start date: 15/10/24
• Duration: 1 month
• Pay rate: 14.55
• Working hours: 40
• Fawkes & Reece contact: OLLIE (Bolton office) - 01204 532500 or email omcmahon@fr-group.co.uk

The role:
As the site Labourer you will be responsible for assisting with site clearance, moving materials, cleaning various areas and assisting traders where needed.

Requirements:
Previous experience in a Labouring position
*CSCS Card
* Valid right to work
*

What to do next:
If you think you would be a good candidate for this role or would like to find out more about the position, please reach out to Ollie in our Bolton Office 01204 532500 on or via email: omcmahon@fr-group.co.uk

My client are a leading Fit Out Contractor in the UK, who have a strong reputation for quality of work completed and customer satisfaction. They work across the Retail, Commercial & Leisure sectors providing both fit outs, refurbishments and new build extensions to blue chip clients across the country.

They are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to be based in their North West Warrington office to support their recent growth.

The position will suit an established QS with experience of managing fast-track retail Fit out projects.

Reporting to a Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders
• Assist in the development of the procurement programme
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecast for designated projects
• Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to the Client/Client's representative
• Prepare monthly valuation reports for the Management team
• Submit invoices for certified value and ensure payments are received on time
• Value and authorise payments to subcontractors
• Liaise with Contract Managers to establish the project specification and requirements
• Liaise with Contractors, Suppliers and the Client to establish project specification and requirements
• Attend and contribute to meetings with work colleagues and or Clients/Customers when necessary
• Monitor the contract progress, assess and report any changes that may affect project costs and or time scale
• Assist in the control of individual contract budgets
• Ensure all necessary contract documentation / reports are accurate and produced on time.

The successful candidate will have significant experience within the fit out sector. Prior experience of working on framework contracts or fast paced fit out contracts is essential. The successful candidate should hold a relevant Quantity Surveying degree qualification and have strong commercial knowledge, along with excellent negotiation skills and the ability to maintain/build relationships with clients.

In return for your skills you will be offered a salary of up to £50k (depending on experience - the company will consider higher for the right candidate) + car allowance, pension, medical care.

If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece, using the contact details provided.

Do you have a passion for Construction and looking for work as a PASMA Operative?

• Location: Tarpoley
• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: ongoing
• Pay rate: dependent on experience and is negotiable
• Key Fawkes & Reece Contact: Jess (Bolton Office)

The role

• Assisting trades on site
• Managing the erection of aluminium tower scaffolds
• Carrying out instructions given to you by the Site Manager

About you:

• A Valid CSCS Card
• A valid PASMA card/ticket
• Experience in construction and working with aluminium towers
• A strong work ethic
• The ability to work on your own
• -A valid UK driving licence (Preferred but not essential)

The successful candidate will receive:

• An hourly rate of pay, agreed with your individual recruitment consultant, paid weekly
• Holiday pay
• Pension contribution

What to do next

If this role meets your expectations and aspirations, please click the apply now link. If this one isn't for you, but you would like to discuss other options or for us to act as an agent to secure you a new contract please don't hesitate to call Jess on 01204 554886.

You must also be able to provide two checkable work references and proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.

Subject to F&R receiving your proof of eligibility to work in the UK, you will be required to start ASAP

Please note - in order to progress any applications further, F&R will need to add your details to our computerised database. You can view our privacy policy here.

Site Engineer - £45,000 - £50,000 p/a

Groundworks on New House Build projects

Crewe based

Market Leading Civil Engineering Groundworks contractor based near Crewe now looking for a Site Engineer to join their expanding Ops team. This prominent sub-contractor specialises in groundworking projects for new build projects and sites.

About the role : Site Engineer

As the Site Engineer you'll report to the Contracts manager and be a part of the groundworks setting out team.

The housebuilder clients you will be contracting for are the likes of; Redrow, Taylor Wimpey, and more! Operating on various sizes of New build site - projects valued between £12mill - £20mill.

Responsibilities for Site Engineer

• managing parts of construction projects.
• overseeing construction work.
• undertaking surveys.
• setting out sites.
• Travelling to sites across Northwest
• checking technical designs and drawings for accuracy and to ensure that they are followed correctly.
• supervising contracted staff.
• ensuring project packages meet agreed specifications, budgets and/or timescales.
• liaising with clients, subcontractors, local authority employees, architects and other professionals, especially quantity surveyors and the overall project manager.
• providing technical advice and solving problems on site.
• preparing site reports and logging progress.
• ensuring that health and safety and sustainability policies and legislation are adhered to.

Requirements for Site Engineer

• Previous experience setting out the groundworks portion on a new house building project
• Previous experience working for a civil engineering contractor
• Full UK drivers license
• Civil Engineering Qualification (HND minimum)
• Up to date tickets and certifications

Remuneration for the Site Engineer

• £45,000 - £50.000
• Company Van provided
• Training and exposure to civil engineering for construction industry
• Growth and progression opportunity

If you want to hear more about this Site Engineer opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV

My client are a well-established, reputable Main Contractor with a family feel and a reputation for excellent build quality and customer care. They are a growing business with lots of opportunities for career development and professional growth.

They have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Construction Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

The company work with a number of large clients across the UK in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, working on both refurbishment (internal and external) projects and new build extensions.

The Construction Manager would work closely with senior management, and would be responsible for managing a variety of contracts at high level.

Your duties will include:

• Programme delivery and planning
• Regular liaison with the client and contract reporting
• Building internal and external relationships
• Providing regular progress updates and resolving any issues as and when they arise
• Overall staff responsibility and man management of a team of Site Managers, Assistants Site Managers, and Foremen and direct and subcontract plant and trades.
• Ensuring high standards of Health and Safety

The successful applicant will come from a Main Contractor background and have experience of delivering multiple contracts across the Leisure/Commercial/Retail Fit Out sectors.

Please note - travel across the UK will be required as part of this role

The company will offer a competitive basic salary of up to £65k plus package.

Please apply via the link below, or call Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece for more information on 01204 554 884 option 3.

Site Engineer

A regional house builder have a requirement for a Site Engineer to be the liaison between the Technical Department and the site teams on housing developments.

About the role - Site Engineer

The Site Engineer will supervise site activities for the technical department and report back any issues that may become apparent. The Site Engineer will use their experience and expertise to assist the technical department in all stages of the development life cycle from concept to adoption.

Site Engineer duties & responsibilities:

• Advise the Technical, Land & Planning department on the technical viability of new sites.
• Review Architect/Engineer/Services/Sub-Contractor drawings to ensure co-ordination and integration.
• Acting as the main Technical Advisor, direct and supervise day to day operations of sub-contractors when required, resolving any technical issues that may arise.
• Ensure all drawings and information relating to your area of work are accurate and up to date.
• Check plans, drawings and quantities for accuracy of calculations.
• Endeavour to spot and highlight value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure accurate setting out and levelling of the works in accordance with drawings/ specifications. This may be through supervision and checking or carrying out the activity direct.
• Develop good working relationships with site workforce and 3rd party technical Representatives.
• Provide technical advice as a subject matter expert.
• Liaise with Highway and Sewer Inspectors along with Statutory Authority officials to secure the adoption of all site infrastructure.
• Work with external consultants and managers in both Local Authorities and Statutory Bodies.
• Comply with responsibilities as laid down in the Group's Health, Safety and Environment Policy.

Experience required for the Site Engineer

• Strong technical and engineering expertise.
• Capabilities for managing projects.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate and lead effectively.
• Understanding construction regulations and safety standards.
• Skilled in working collaboratively with teams and contractors.

What's on offer?

The company are offering a competitive salary between £50-55k, option of a company car or car allowance, fuel card, (electric cars available), 10% bonus, enhanced pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, etc. The company are also on a growth plan and will have opportunities for career development.

If you want to hear more about the Site Engineer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Deena Fields in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

My client are a well-established, reputable Main Contractor with a family feel and a reputation for excellent build quality and customer care. They are a growing business with lots of opportunities for career development and professional growth.

They have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Construction Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

The company work with a number of large clients across the UK in the retail, leisure and commercial sectors, working on both refurbishment (internal and external) projects and new build extensions.

The Construction Manager would work closely with senior management, and would be responsible for managing a variety of contracts at high level.

Your duties will include:

• Programme delivery and planning
• Regular liaison with the client and contract reporting
• Building internal and external relationships
• Providing regular progress updates and resolving any issues as and when they arise
• Overall staff responsibility and man management of a team of Site Managers, Assistants Site Managers, and Foremen and direct and subcontract plant and trades.
• Ensuring high standards of Health and Safety

The successful applicant will come from a Main Contractor background and have experience of delivering multiple contracts across the Leisure/Commercial/Retail Fit Out sectors.

Please note - travel across the UK will be required as part of this role

The company will offer a competitive basic salary of up to £65k plus package.

Please apply via the link below, or call Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece for more information on 01204 554 884 option 3.

Development Engineer

A regional house builder have a requirement for a Development Engineer to take the lead on housing development in the Cheshire West region.

The company are a family run business who pride themselves in building beautiful houses in desirable locations. The team focus on all elements of design and construction and take pride in providing homes that delight modern day home buyers but that will equally withstand the fickle trends of time to sit seamlessly within their local vernacular.

Development Engineer role

Reporting to the Director, you will be responsible for the provision of engineering & technical support to a variety of developments throughout the design and construction process.

• Commission site surveys and reports from external consultants and the design team
• Attend and contribute to design team, engineering, pre-start and site progress meetings as required for each development.
• Review and check design solutions for road and sewers, foundations, drainage and proposed levels etc. for technical approval submissions and procurement packages.
• Ensure all design solutions are the most cost effective and practical and comply with planning, building regulations and NHBC/LABC standards.
• Identify, procure and co-ordinate services/utilities removal/diversion/provision requirements from initial feasibility to order placement/initial call-off including provision of the site services pack at the pre-start hand-over meeting.
• Co-ordinate remediation strategy and NHBC/LABC conditions sign-offs and validation/verification reports.
• Co-ordinate and manage all aspects of NHBC/LABC building control and warranty provision, and monitor compliance/discharge for CML deadlines.
• Collate and issue tender, construction and pre-start drawing packages to the required timescales for the programmed start on site.
• Secure technical approval for S38/278 roads and S104 sewers adoptions where required and co-ordinate the bonds through to adoption including POS adoption/transfers and the handover of management companies where necessary.
• Arranging inspections with the relevant authorities and subcontractors to progress adoptions as required.
• Ensure legal title checks and estate boundary approval/deed plans are completed in time and setting out information/drawings for each plot are available, performing on-site checks (use of total-station theodolite and levelling equipment is an advantage) as required for each development.
• Undertake regular site visits and check that the works carried out comply with the drawings, specifications and are to the required standards and that any testing or validation criteria has been satisfied.

What's on offer for the Development Engineer?

• Salary £45-50k
• Car allowance £4800
• 10% Employers Pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave (increases with number of years' service) + bank holidays
• Life Cover (4x salary)
• Sites located within Cheshire region (up to half hour commute from the office)

How to apply:

If you want to hear more about the Development Engineer role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Deena Fields in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.