http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/ Latest Jobs Posted Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:13:26 +0000 rss20 by http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/ admin@4constructionjobs.co.uk http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12485 Bid Manager - North West Our client is a major M&E Contractor / Facilities Management Company based in Greater Manchester but working on major FM contracts throughout the UK. They are currently recruiting for a Bid Manager to work closely with the Bid Management Director to work on commercial proposals and tenders. To be a key member of the BD team, meeting the growth and financial targets for our client and securing new business opportunities with prospective clients. ROLE * Deliver business development targets. revenue, gross margin, profit,and regularly review progress taking appropriate action as necessary to achieve target. * Develop, and take ownership of Bids, to ensure robust commercial proposals are submitted * Ensure all tenders and proposals are progressed through the BMF process and completed before submission. * Formulate innovative business solutions for current and prospective customers, looking for business critical processes and developing or modifying new service offerings that create a real competitive advantage for the client. * Lead, develop and present high quality business proposals both in written form and 'high impact' presentations utilising up-to-date techniques as appropriate. * Liaise with the Estimating and Commercial teams to ensure properly casted estimations are submitted and supported by appropriate contract terms and conditions CANDIDATE * Proven and successful experience gained in a Business Development -commercial role at a senior level in at least one large professional and quality orientated FM business. * Proven experience and thorough knowledge of the full range of outsourced service provision within the FM market. * A high degree of knowledge of the full range of requirements for the provision of soft, hard and integrated FM services, a thorough understanding of the customer's drive and motive to outsource with success in large and complex bid proposals. * Can demonstrate an enviable record and proven success in securing integrated services and profitable opportunities in excess of £10m. * A thorough understanding and knowledge of up-to-date competitor and market intelligence. * Educated to degree level with a professional qualification in Business Management or equivalent. * Knowledge of latest estimating and management systems and techniques * A proven track record with customers and clients and an ability to quickly develop relationships. * Good personal organisational skills and ability to prepare and follow up short term plans. * Tenacious and determined to get results. * Skilful negotiator with first class presentation skills both written.and orally. REMUNERATION * Salary to £60000 * Company Car * Pension * Healthcare * 25 days holiday Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12484 SENIOR ESTIMATOR - SURREY We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Estimator to join a widely recognised and increasingly growing company in the construction industry. The company are one of the market leaders in construction in the South East area with a proven track record throughout the UK. The Role will be based in Surrey and provide the estimating process to cover prospective tenders managed from the office. Reporting directly to the Estimating Manager, the right candidate will ensure that an accurate and robust estimate is prepared for both new build and refurbishment projects. Working in a fast, dynamic and varied environment to enable the submission of consistently high quality tender submissions in accordance with our clients bid strategy & procedures. ROLE * To manage commercial activities with a high degree of acumen * To identify opportunities to add value throughout the project process * To identify risks and opportunities * To lead the supply chain enquiry process * To produce a detailed control document at handover to delivery team * To conduct their role in a way which is consistent with the company's sustainability objectives * To complete project take-offs to the required level of detail for all trades * To lead and prepare the complete commercial and pricing element of a tender or cost plan * Constantly reinforce and deliver our customer first ethic CANDIDATE * Must have a track record of ssuccessful delivery of tenders on a wide range of tenders * Must have an excellent knowledge of various construction methods * Must be competent with using Microsoft suite of Office programmes; inc. Excel, Word, Outlook and Project * Must have experience of using Conquest Estimating system or similar * Must be able to provide good attention to detail with the ability to work to challenging deadlines * Ability to work in a team environment with minimum supervision * HNC or degree qualified in a relevant subject SALARY * £50 TO £65k depending upon experience * Car / Car allowance plus health care and pension Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12483 ELECTRICAL ESTIMATOR - South Midlands I am currently working with a medium sized Electrical Contractor based in the South Midlands to secure an experienced Estimator. This company works with many well known main contractors in a wide range of sectors providing electrical services to schools, offices, hospitals, industrial estates and private housing across the Midlands and South East of England. They have a high volume of enquiries and are keen to secure another member of staff that can ensure that they secure new work, with a view to growing the business steadily in the future. The successful candidate will already be working in a similar role and be proficient in generating enquiries, design and build works, pre-tenders through to fully specified and detailed secured orders. Please contact me if you feel you are suitable for this position and looking for a new challenge. Only candidates with a steady employment history as a full time Electrical Estimator will be considered for this role. Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12482 M&E Quantity Surveyor - Assistant / Intermediate level Our client is a well established M&E contractor based in East Anglia. They are currently looking to add an assistant / intermediate quantity surveyor to their commercial team. Dealing predominantly with commercial, education, health and retail contracts throughout the East Anglia and the South Midlands, this is mainly an office based role. Working within an established team, the role will have a pre-contract focus meaning the successful candidate must be able to produce cost plans from an agreed schedule rates. The candidate will also be expected to assist in post contract meetings with the clients representatives to finalise variations and cost. Requirements: - BSc in Quantity Surveying or relevant degree - 2 to 4 years M&E Quantity Surveying experience - Consultancy background advantageous - Ability to produce an M&E Cost Report - Live within a commutable distance of London Remuneration: £30,000 to £45,000 per annum dependent upon experience Car allowance Health Pension This is a great opportunity for an ambitious M&E Quantity Surveyor to join an established M&E Contractor with a good reputation and full order book. Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12481 Quantity Surveyor - Manchester Our client is a very successful main contractor. They cover numerous sectors of industry including healthcare, education, private residential, commercial, specialist projects, industrial, retail, and hotels. Due to expansion, they are now searching for a senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. They are looking for someone who has a solid permanent work background and has worked for main contractors. It is essential that you have knowledge of building processes within the main contract building environment typically covering education, healthcare, commercial, retail, leisure, residential and specialist projects and be expected to take projects from pre-award tender process through to completion. ROLE: To ensure in consultation the prompt and regular submission of main contract payment applications and that subcontractor payments are dealt with fairly and in accordance with their subcontract terms. To prepare accurate draft sub-contracts schedules. To administer the sub-contractor performance so as to ensure timely completion of all sub-contractor liabilities written into sub-contracts. To participate and advise on programme/delay issues arising from change/variations and to prepare claims for extensions of time. To prepare, negotiate and settle final accounts. Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12480 Multi Skilled Engineer Our clients are nationally recognised FM Contractors providing Total Services to customers across the UK. Offering career enhancing opportunities, continuous professional development and industry competitive remuneration packages, they are looking for time-served Building Services Engineers with proven commercial maintenance experience to join their Hard FM teams. ROLE * Responsible for HVAC, Electrical and plant servicing. * Respond to all reactive emergency works as required by the Helpdesk. * Document all quotes for specialist works, including materials / tradesmen required. * Supervise and monitor all subcontractors on site, including labour hours and H&S issues. * Arrange site visits to follow up completed works, maintaining good relationships with customers. * Regular contact with the Contracts Manager to report on all works in progress, detailing any complications and delays. CANDIDATE * Previous experience in a Building Services role, preferably at supervisory level. * Relevant Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualifications (C&G / NVQ minimum). * L8 certificate desirable. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer literate. SALARY * Negotiable, dependant upon experience Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12479 Multi Skilled Engineer Our clients are nationally recognised FM Contractors providing Total Services to customers across the UK. Offering career enhancing opportunities, continuous professional development and industry competitive remuneration packages, they are looking for time-served Building Services Engineers with proven commercial maintenance experience to join their Hard FM teams. ROLE * Responsible for HVAC, Electrical and plant servicing. * Respond to all reactive emergency works as required by the Helpdesk. * Document all quotes for specialist works, including materials / tradesmen required. * Supervise and monitor all subcontractors on site, including labour hours and H&S issues. * Arrange site visits to follow up completed works, maintaining good relationships with customers. * Regular contact with the Contracts Manager to report on all works in progress, detailing any complications and delays. CANDIDATE * Previous experience in a Building Services role, preferably at supervisory level. * Relevant Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualifications (C&G / NVQ minimum). * L8 certificate desirable. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer literate. SALARY * Negotiable, dependant upon experience Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12478 Multi Skilled Engineer Our clients are nationally recognised FM Contractors providing Total Services to customers across the UK. Offering career enhancing opportunities, continuous professional development and industry competitive remuneration packages, they are looking for time-served Building Services Engineers with proven commercial maintenance experience to join their Hard FM teams. ROLE * Responsible for HVAC, Electrical and plant servicing. * Respond to all reactive emergency works as required by the Helpdesk. * Document all quotes for specialist works, including materials / tradesmen required. * Supervise and monitor all subcontractors on site, including labour hours and H&S issues. * Arrange site visits to follow up completed works, maintaining good relationships with customers. * Regular contact with the Contracts Manager to report on all works in progress, detailing any complications and delays. CANDIDATE * Previous experience in a Building Services role, preferably at supervisory level. * Relevant Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualifications (C&G / NVQ minimum). * L8 certificate desirable. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer literate. SALARY * Negotiable, dependant upon experience Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12477 Multi Skilled Engineer Our clients are nationally recognised FM Contractors providing Total Services to customers across the UK. Offering career enhancing opportunities, continuous professional development and industry competitive remuneration packages, they are looking for time-served Building Services Engineers with proven commercial maintenance experience to join their Hard FM teams. ROLE * Responsible for HVAC, Electrical and plant servicing. * Respond to all reactive emergency works as required by the Helpdesk. * Document all quotes for specialist works, including materials / tradesmen required. * Supervise and monitor all subcontractors on site, including labour hours and H&S issues. * Arrange site visits to follow up completed works, maintaining good relationships with customers. * Regular contact with the Contracts Manager to report on all works in progress, detailing any complications and delays. CANDIDATE * Previous experience in a Building Services role, preferably at supervisory level. * Relevant Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualifications (C&G / NVQ minimum). * L8 certificate desirable. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer literate. SALARY * Negotiable, dependant upon experience Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.4constructionjobs.co.uk/view.php?job_id=12476 Multi Skilled Engineer Our clients are nationally recognised FM Contractors providing Total Services to customers across the UK. Offering career enhancing opportunities, continuous professional development and industry competitive remuneration packages, they are looking for time-served Building Services Engineers with proven commercial maintenance experience to join their Hard FM teams. ROLE * Responsible for HVAC, Electrical and plant servicing. * Respond to all reactive emergency works as required by the Helpdesk. * Document all quotes for specialist works, including materials / tradesmen required. * Supervise and monitor all subcontractors on site, including labour hours and H&S issues. * Arrange site visits to follow up completed works, maintaining good relationships with customers. * Regular contact with the Contracts Manager to report on all works in progress, detailing any complications and delays. CANDIDATE * Previous experience in a Building Services role, preferably at supervisory level. * Relevant Mechanical / Electrical Engineering qualifications (C&G / NVQ minimum). * L8 certificate desirable. * Excellent communication skills. * Computer literate. SALARY * Negotiable, dependant upon experience Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000