Total 117 Construction / Property job vacancies in Bristol, BS10 5NB

Bristol - Construction Administrator - £25,000 to £30,000 per annum - Progression for the right person

Are you a highly organised and computer literate individual with a passion for the construction industry? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to prioritise tasks effectively? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a Construction Administrator to join our clients growing team in beautiful Bristol. As a leading construction company specialising in earthworks, bulk earthmoving, and soil stabilisation, we offer a dynamic and exciting work environment where you will have the opportunity to learn and progress in your career.

As a Construction Administrator, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our construction team. This includes managing paperwork, coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors, and assisting with project scheduling and budgeting. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with our project managers and gain valuable experience in construction operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Providing support to the construction team through administrative duties
- Organising and managing paperwork related to projects
- Coordinating with suppliers and subcontractors
- Assisting with project scheduling and budgeting
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Communicating with project managers to ensure project deadlines are met
- Handling general office duties as needed

Requirements:

- Previous experience in administration, preferably in the construction industry
- Knowledge of earthworks, bulk earthmoving, and soil stabilisation (highly desirable)
- Familiarity with pile mat installation, earthworks landscaping, and cut and fill operations (highly desirable)
- Highly computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work efficiently under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Eager to learn and progress in the construction industry

As a Construction Administrator, you will have the chance to develop your skills and take on new challenges in a dynamic and exciting industry.

If you are a highly organised and eager individual with a passion for construction, we would love to hear from you! This is a great opportunity for someone looking to kickstart their career in the industry and make a valuable contribution to our clients team. Please apply now if you feel you have the right experience or email your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Your new company
You will join an award-winning housing association based in the Bristol region in an exciting and influential role, as Head of Property & Compliance. Your new employer were established in 2021, starting a new phase in a proud history of social housing in Bristol and the surrounding areas. Your new company are responsible for greater investment in existing and new homes in the city, currently managing and maintaining 3,300 homes.

Your new role
The overall purpose of your role involves the provision of leadership and management of the strategic delivery of asset management, leading on ensuring that all maintenance activity is carried out and completed efficiently in a timely manner and to the required quality. As part of your role, you will work with the Homes Director to further develop and implement asset management strategies, ensuring that customers have great homes that are fit for the future.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Deliver against agreed business objectives and strategic plans with strong and positive communications.
• Be an ambassador for the association, representing the association and creating a positive impression with all external stakeholders.
• Responding to a challenging external environment, exploring new opportunities and evolving internal priorities.
• Promote high performance and cross-team working both within the association and for external partners.
• Oversee financial responsibilities.
• Determine and monitor standards for performance within the team.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this critical and exciting new role, you will be able to fulfil the following criteria:

• Relevant and proven experience in a senior role within assets / maintenance, or a property field.
• Experience managing a multifunctional team.
• Experience and detailed knowledge of decarbonisation.
• Knowledge of new strategic asset management principles and the ability to apply them.
• Experience in providing an effective stock condition and energy performance.
• Experience in procuring and managing property investment programmes driving value for money.
• Providing a clear informed, and objective advice on strategic issues.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will be entitled to a fantastic wide range of benefits:

• 30 days annual leave + 7 bank holidays.
• Carry-over of annual leave.
• Ability to buy 5 additional days leave.
• The ability to take 1 days leave to undertake voluntary work or work which benefits the community.
• SMART working, encouraging work-life balance.
• Family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption, paternity, parental leave, time off for dependants, flexible working requests.
• Company sick pay.
• £700 per year health and well-being flexible benefit.
• Employee loan.
• Independent financial advice.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Fresh fruit available in the office.
• A salary of £68,250.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Job Title: Damp & Mould SurveyorLocation: BristolJob Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Stock Condition Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive surveys of our housing stock to assess the condition and identify any necessary repairs or improvements. This role is crucial in ensuring our properties are maintained to the highest standards and meet all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed surveys of housing stock to assess the condition of properties.
• Identify and document any defects, repairs, or improvements needed.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations based on survey findings.
• Ensure all surveys are conducted in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with tenants and property managers to arrange access for surveys.
• Maintain accurate records of all surveys and findings.
• Assist in the development of maintenance and improvement plans.
• Provide technical advice and support to the property management team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Ideally HNC Building Surveyor accredited.
• Strong knowledge of building construction and maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficient in using survey software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working arrangements.

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Estate Planning Solicitor
£32,000-£44,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6A)
Full time, 37.5 hours
We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and any of our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon. Visit colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy for more information.

We're looking for estate planning solicitors to join our technical Estate Planning team within Co-op Legal Services.

At Co-op Legal Services we do things differently, whether that's continuously innovating our technology to support your delivery or our tailored internal progression framework to support your development. We're committed to providing an exceptional client experience and the opportunity to build a rewarding career with us. In this role you'll manage estate planning cases end to end with a client-focussed approach to targets. You won't need to bring a following of clients with you as we will source new work for you. We've doubled our Estate Planning team within the past few years, and as we continue to grow, there will be plenty of opportunity for progression.

What you'll do

* own caseload of complex Estate Planning cases to include Wills, Trusts and LPAs
* use our case management system to make sure information is recorded accurately
* engage with clients mainly by telephone and email
* work collaboratively with expert support from the team to continually develop your legal skills, administrative support will also be provided at certain case levels
* use your legal knowledge to mentor more junior members of the team

This role would suit people who have

* qualified as a solicitor or chartered legal executive or TEP qualification, with a background in estate planning
* knowledge of tax systems within England & Wales;
* strong attention to detail and the ability to draft documents
* the ability to use your initiative and effectively prioritise your work
* a client-focused approach with the ability to build positive relationships in a remote setting

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. Co-op is an organisation with a purpose beyond profit, and by contributing to our success you'll help us to realise our vision of co-operating for a fairer world. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* private healthcare
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 in line with service) plus bank holidays
* discounts on Co-op products and services

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

Estate Planning Solicitor
£32,000-£44,000 plus excellent benefits (Work level 6A)
Full time, 37.5 hours
We're now working in a hybrid way, with colleagues dividing their time between home and any of our offices in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, or Stratford upon Avon. Visit colleagues.coop.co.uk/hybrid-working-policy for more information.

We're looking for estate planning solicitors to join our technical Estate Planning team within Co-op Legal Services.

At Co-op Legal Services we do things differently, whether that's continuously innovating our technology to support your delivery or our tailored internal progression framework to support your development. We're committed to providing an exceptional client experience and the opportunity to build a rewarding career with us. In this role you'll manage estate planning cases end to end with a client-focussed approach to targets. You won't need to bring a following of clients with you as we will source new work for you. We've doubled our Estate Planning team within the past few years, and as we continue to grow, there will be plenty of opportunity for progression.

What you'll do

* own caseload of complex Estate Planning cases to include Wills, Trusts and LPAs
* use our case management system to make sure information is recorded accurately
* engage with clients mainly by telephone and email
* work collaboratively with expert support from the team to continually develop your legal skills, administrative support will also be provided at certain case levels
* use your legal knowledge to mentor more junior members of the team

This role would suit people who have

* qualified as a solicitor or chartered legal executive or TEP qualification, with a background in estate planning
* knowledge of tax systems within England & Wales;
* strong attention to detail and the ability to draft documents
* the ability to use your initiative and effectively prioritise your work
* a client-focused approach with the ability to build positive relationships in a remote setting

Why Co-op?

Here you'll do work that matters. Co-op is an organisation with a purpose beyond profit, and by contributing to our success you'll help us to realise our vision of co-operating for a fairer world. You'll also get a package that includes:
* competitive salary
* private healthcare
* coaching, training and support to help you develop
* pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* annual incentive scheme
* Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 in line with service) plus bank holidays
* discounts on Co-op products and services

Building an inclusive work environment

We're actively building diverse teams and we welcome applications from everyone. We want to build inclusive work environments, where our colleagues have equal opportunities to reach their full potential. We celebrate our differences, and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities they serve.

If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process according to your needs. We're also part of the Disability Confident scheme, meaning we'll always offer an interview to disabled candidates who apply through the scheme if they meet the minimum criteria for a job.

We'll ask whether you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme when you apply.

If we invite you to take part in the recruitment process for any of our jobs, we'll ask you if you need any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate.

You can find out more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process.

You can find out more about the Disability Confident scheme and all our commitments to diversity and inclusion at colleagues.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion-and-wellbeing.

If you're successful in your application, we'll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include an SRA check, credit checks, and a DBS (disclosure and barring service) check. Please note Co-op does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

As part of your application, you'll need to complete an online assessment. This assessment typically takes between 45-60 minutes. If you're a current Co-op colleague, this does not need to be completed.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

With your detail-oriented skills, you'll oversee and monitor the costs incurred during roofing & cladding construction projects, ensuring each project achieves the budgeted profit. You'll ensure applications for payment are robust, accurate and timely to ensure financial strength continues. You'll build strong internal relationships with our Contracts, Finance and Commercial teams as well as with clients and suppliers to ensure completion of high-quality roofing and cladding projects.

Senior Quantity Surveyor Benefits:

• Up to £60,000 pa negotiable depending on experience.
• Pension.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Car allowance (subject to age of vehicle).

Senior Quantity Surveyor responsibilities will include:

• Managing the payment process for construction projects including negotiating payment terms, applications for payments and preparation of final accounts so that they receive timely payments from clients and minimise cash requirements.
• Reviewing contracts and collateral warranties, raising queries with the client, taking legal/insurer advice as required, so that any disadvantageous terms or clauses are removed or changed.
• Completing valuations for completed works, liaising and agreeing with the Contractor QS, for robust and accurate payment applications that are paid in full by the client.
• Attending site regularly as part of the site team to ensure all work and variations are captured correctly. Attending site meetings to ensure project progress is in line with cost estimates.
• Identifying any risks around the likelihood of a cost variation, raising internally or with the client, as appropriate.
• Providing the clients with prices for variations to contract, with the support of cost planners when complex, ensuring appropriate payment for additional work.
• Reviewing construction drawings and specifications to identify potential conflicts or discrepancies
• Sourcing and manage the procurement, scope of works and payment of sub-contractors as required, in conjunction with the contracts team, monitoring completion of works and reviewing invoices to ensure agreed works are completed and accurately billed.
• Collaborating with the internal team to ensure cost-saving opportunities can be explored without compromising on quality.
• Completing monthly applications and progress reports, CVRs and other progress/financial reports required by the client and senior management team.
• Ensuring the team has the support they need to fulfil their job roles.
• Holding regular 1:1s to set objectives, with mid and end of year reviews to assess performance against those objectives.
• Attending Senior Management meetings weekly to set the workload for short-, medium- & long-term goals and fulfil reporting duties required.
• Visibly engaging with our culture of health, safety and environmental protection through safety excellence and ensuring that you meet statutory obligations and industry standards to minimise risk, prevent incidents and protect the business.

Senior Quantity Surveyor requirements:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying accredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Construction or Commercial Management.
• You'll be a leader, planner and collaborator and keep a strong sense of order and communication between the office and site.
• You must have a strong knowledge of construction materials and methods and demonstrate proficiency in cost estimating and project cost control software.
• MRICS membership, project management qualification (e.g. Prince 2).
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a quantity surveyor in the roofing and cladding sector.

For immediate consideration please forward your CV to Kayleigh at Vibe Recruit today.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company
Your new company has a large housing stock across the Southwest and shares a passion for improving peoples' lives. Through a clear and honest approach, ensuring that they are customer and community centered. While your new company are keen to continue their progressive supportive approach, where they value teamwork and have supportive leadership to help drive continuous positive change.
Your new role
Your new role will see you primarily working within the Damp and Mould/Disrepair team, where you will be completing damp and Mould surveyors as well as Disrepair surveys. You will be expected to identify building defects, and complete further investigations to accurately diagnose and rectify any faults including damp remediation. The successful candidate will be specifically identifying work for the DLOP team as well as managing contractors to ensure all work is completed within time and budget.
Additionally, the role will require surveyors to produce high quality condition reports of each property that our solicitors can rely on in court and be willing to appear in court as a witness if required. This role will also involve supporting our team of Response Surveyors by completing comprehensive damp investigations on problematic properties, providing advice and training to other members of the team and handling complaints. The role will be primarily based in the Wiltshire and Hampshire region, however there may be requirements to occasionally cover the business wider operating regions such as Devon, Somerset and Dorset.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will require

• A HNC or higher qualification in Building, Surveying damp remedial works or similar technical field. Or the candidate will be able to demonstrate that you have 6 plus years of experience within the sector.
• Candidates will require a strong knowledge of Disrepair legislation, the Landlord Tennancy Act 1985, as well as HHSRS assessments.
• Candidates will be required to have confidence using IT, especially the MS Word, and be comfortable producing written reports.
• You will be experienced at working to budgets and deadlines. While also maintaining personal performance and that of junior members of the team.
• Additionally, all candidates must be confident communicators, to communicate with all key stakeholders. Your new company prides themselves on their customer interaction skills, so being able to read a audience is a essential skill.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive the following, and much more.

• Flexible working, your new business encourages its staff to work to their own schedule which suits them.
• Career investment your new company is constantly looking to invest in and develop their staff's career, through creating clear career development programmes.
• A competitive and defined pension contribution plan scheme
• As well as discounts at cinemas, gyms, holidays, and various restaurants.
• Your new company also offers 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays with the ability to buy/sell up to five days a year.
  
  What you need to do now

If you are interested in this position do not hesitate to apply online today. However, if this role is not for you, we are always looking to speak with quality candidates in the market. Email for a confidential career conversation

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Your new company

Your new company is aBristol-based Housing Association and are eager to engage with experiencedBuilding Surveyors who want to focus on complex work solutions.

Your new role

This role facilitatesthe delivery of the Disposal Strategy through reactive and proactive OptionAppraisals to ensure our homes prioritise the health and wellbeing of ourresidents. The role will lead the Option Appraisal Panel and present thefindings and outcome of the option appraisals carried out on those homesbrought forward for consideration, completing the scoring matrix on behalf ofthe panel and make the final recommendation to the Executive.

What you'll need tosucceed

To succeed in thisposition you will require the following:

Degree, HNC, HND, BTECHND, in a building discipline or relevant experience and training.
Experience working asa social housing or residential property surveyor
Excellent knowledgeand understanding of:
Building and housingregulations and legislation.
Landlords' statutoryrepair, maintenance and health and safety responsibilities, including fire risk.
Asset ownershipincluding freehold, leasehold, S106 restrictions or other restrictingcovenants.
Ability to write highquality documentation and reports.
Track record ofdelivering excellent customer service, even whilst working under pressure.
Ability to communicateclearly and accurately with a wide range of internal and external customers.


While additional keyresponsibilities for the role are as follows,

Facilitate delivery ofthe Disposal Strategy through reactive option appraisals of void homes that nolonger make a positive contribution to the organisation and are not of aquality we want for our residents.
Leading the OptionAppraisal Panel and present the findings and outcome of the option appraisals.
Provide accurateanalysis and specification of works and costs to provide detailed evidence forthe Option Appraisal report.
Be able to interrogatesystems data to provide historical repairs information for the Option AppraisalReport and use building pathology to interpret future investment requirementsincluding zero carbon investment needs.
Work closely withteams in the Homes Directorate to understand challenging archetypes and whereappropriate, seek solutions to overcome these with investment colleagues orbring them forward for option appraisal consideration.
Lead on complex worksfor the directorate including but not limited to remodelling works, structuralworks, insurance works,


What you'll get inreturn

In return, you willreceive 30 days annual leave, £700 a year health and well-being bonus. A competitive pension contribution and much more

What you need to donow

If this role is ofinterest to you do not hesiate to apply online today or, alternatively, to arrange a confidential career conversation.

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Response Repairs Surveyor needed in Bristol

The rate is £34.00ph Umbrella

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: 5252325

The successful candidate will survey properties for residents, raising works orders with contractors and monitoring progress. Must be familiar with damp & mould, understand asbestos.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Beth@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

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Building Surveyor - Bristol - £30,000 to £60,000 per annum dependent on experience

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of their client who is a niche commercial property consultancy, consisting of surveyors and engineers specialising in providing advice to Commercial landlords and tenants throughout the UK. They have recently been awarded Best Multi-Tenanted Commercial Property Advisors - UK by Build Magazine.

They undertake surveys, prepare, serve and negotiate dilapidations claims, undertake project management and Principal Designer duties. Other services offered include, lease advice, condition surveys, service charge reviews, due diligence surveys, planned maintenance programmes and energy reviews. They pride themselves on the quality of their service to their clients and enjoy long term relationships with them.

Surveyors typically work in teams with other disciplines and in close contact with the client, advising them on technical, legal and financial matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide technical surveying support to the business, undertaking commissions on behalf of clients from inception to completion
• Supporting business objectives of delivering value for money and professional services in all circumstances
• To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures
• Comply with established procurement/commercial/contractual strategies
• Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards
• Demonstrating high professional skills in: Project Management, Contract Administrator & Employer's Agent, Design & specification writing, PPM and asset condition schedules, Quality & Technical Monitoring, Defects Diagnosis, Dilapidations, Measured Surveys and Principal Designer

Person Specification:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying or similar technical discipline
• Previous experience in surveying commercial premises
• Experience in CDM
• Health & Safety experience or training
• Strong technical delivery experience
• Ability to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner
• Excellent specification writing skills
• Good understanding of JCT Contracts
• Strong track record in project management of projects from inception to completion
• Track record of working with disparate stakeholders
• Client facing, ensuring a high standard of technical delivery
• Able to build long-term relationships
• Previously employment experience within a consultancy practice
• A track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Are you an experienced M&E Consultant looking for a new opportunity in the Commercial Property sector? Our client is a niche commercial property consultancy who provides advice to Commercial Landlords. This position offers a competitive and attractive salary based on skills and experience.

Company Overview:

Our client is a niche commercial property consultancy, consisting of surveyors and engineers specialising in providing advice to Commercial landlords and tenants throughout the UK.

Our client undertakes surveys, assess & report condition, prepare feasibility studies, specify & procure works, undertake project management and Principal Designer duties. Other services offered include, lease advice, condition surveys, maintenance contract reviews & administration, service charge reviews, due diligence surveys, planned maintenance programmes and energy reviews.

Surveyors typically work in teams with other disciplines and in close contact with the client, advising them on technical, legal, and financial matters.

Professional Skills

• Project Management
• Maintenance contract advice and procurement
• Contract Administrator & Employer's Agent
• Design & specification writing up to £2M M&E value
• PPM and asset condition schedules
• Quality audits & Technical Monitoring
• Defects Diagnosis
• Dilapidations
• Principal Designer

Person Specification:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

• Degree or HNC level qualified in Mechanical / Electrical or similar technical discipline
• Previous experience in surveying commercial premises
• Experience in CDM
• Health & Safety experience or training
• Strong technical delivery experience
• Ability to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner
• Excellent specification writing skills
• Good understanding of JCT Contracts
• Strong track record in project management of projects from inception to completion
• Track record of working with disparate stakeholders
• Client facing, ensuring a high standard of technical delivery
• Able to build long-term relationships
• Previously employed by a consultancy
• A track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines
• A team player, flexible, enthusiastic, and ambitious

Typical day to day roles

Working for Tenants:

• Dilapidations surveys mostly London based office clients - visual surveys of all M&E services and assessing the cost to return/reinstate demised areas to base build, including obtaining sub-contractor quotes as evidence.
• M&E condition surveys to assist service charge disputes - condition and specialist advice on for example boilers, chillers, air handling units, electrical HV/LV, lighting, small power, fire alarm systems. Assessment of remaining life spans to aid service charge disputes.
• Re-tender of demised office M&E contracts - maintenance specification writing, creation of M&E asset lists, assessment of statutory tasks, sub -contract roles, tender reports to clients.
• Assessment of value for money of M&E maintenance contracts, the starting point usually cost and/or quality and research of alternative costs.
• Assessment of costs within landlord's lifecycle plans on behalf of the tent i.e., questioning the necessity and scope of works by lease end or lease break dates.
• Checking the tenants lease obligations when compared with M&E service charge costs.
• Working for landlords:
• M&E quarterly audits on maintenance contracts, checking stat docs, costs, PPM's, ad-hoc technical advice & enquiries received from managing agents, including writing audit reports.
• Small projects (up to £0.5M value) design, specification & project management ranging from for example a VRV installation for a 75,000 ft2 building in Bristol, or a new chiller specification for a building in Mayfair, London - to a small office fit out in London
• Cost advice on compliance with the energy performance (EPC) MEES regulations including report writing, site surveys to gain technical information from O&M manuals.
• Completion of electrical apportionment calculations utilising spreadsheets and report writing on large commercial buildings.
• Working for Contractor:
• Lifecycle asset surveys on schools, private offices, smaller healthcare premises, colleagues including reports.
• Design and specification of small projects on swimming pool, small healthcare premises and private offices.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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