Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside an expanding Law firm based in Greater Manchester. They are seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their team. If you have experience in Commercial Property and are looking for a new challenge, Then this Commercial Property Solicitor role could be the perfect opportunity for you. Please find below further details with regards to this position and assignment.

This role pays a competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 annually depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Handle your own Commercial Property Caseload from start to completion.
• Handle Property law matters in relation to Corporate support, Acting for lenders and Acquisition and sale of property for development, land promotion, options, conditional contracts and coverage.
• Provide outstanding client care at all times and have a professional approach

About you:

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 2-5 Years PQE in property law.
• Experienced in managing complex caseloads of Commercial Property matters
• Good understanding of the commercial environment locally.

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Annual Holiday
• Private Health Care
• Hybrid Working

If you or someone that you know would be interested in applying to the Commercial Property Solicitor vacancy, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

A client within the private sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, permanent position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within the public and private sector.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to generate a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a service provider of choice.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Delivering projects, commissions and professional assignments from inception to completion
• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects
• Liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
• Delivering all work output in an accurate and timely manner
• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong, and meaningful working relationships

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require a degree in BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification and be qualified as a MRICS.

The below skills would be essential for the role:

• Strong IT skills such as AutoCAD, NBS, MS Project and other bespoke software
• Well-developed skills in the areas of surveys, dilapidations, repairs, maintenance and contract administration
• Good technical writing and communication skills
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute

The Benefits

• Payment of relevant Professional Subscription memberships
• Private Healthcare
• Up to 27-day holiday plus bank holidays with the option of holiday buying or selling.
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Enhanced family friendly benefits
• Plus, much more!

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering up to £55.000 per annum plus car allowance.

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Service Care Solutions are working alongside a successful law firm, based in Greater Manchester, which needs a Commercial Property Senior Solicitor to join its growing team.

This role pays a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 annually

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate high-value lease agreements, purchase agreements, option agreements, and development agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of commercial property law, including property rights, zoning laws, development projects, and land use regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of junior solicitors, paralegals, and administrative staff within the commercial property department.

About you:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in commercial real estate or property law with at least 7 years PQE.
• Ability to conduct in-depth legal research and analysis.

Benefits:

• Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme
• Holiday Allowance
• Hybrid Working

If this Commercial Property Senior Solicitor role sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for an Electrical Surveyor er to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, contract position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to carry out visual inspections and prescribed electrical tests on electrical installations.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• examine electrical installations and carry out electrical tests to ascertain the condition of the installation.
• identify any dangerous parts of the installation requiring immediate attention.
• prepare reports on the condition of electrical installations, validate compliance or required recommendations to meet compliance and to attend when required any hearing to justify accordingly
• maintain a safe system of working.
• ensure compliance with legislative requirements in respect of the inspection of electrical installations.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require HND Building Services Engineering as a minimum requirement.

It will be essential to be in possession of the below:

• Experience of producing Building Services Electrical Drawings.
• clear understanding of engineering systems in buildings, their operation and energy consumption in use.
• extensive experience in the design of Building Services In respect of Schools and Public Buildings.

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering between £23 per hour Umbrella Ltd.

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.

Our surveyors have the freedom to manage their own diaries and are empowered to deliver under their own autonomy. We trust our people and look forward to welcoming your skills into the VOA community.

Chartered Surveyor – Role Overview

District Valuer Services (DVS) provides professional property services across the public sector, including to private and third sector clients in delivering public services and functions of a public nature. Our clients include the Central, Local and Devolved Government, Health and Transport.

This role sits within the Transport Sector, where we work with major infrastructure providers including National Highways, Transport Scotland, Welsh Assembly Government and HS2. We deal with all aspects of compulsory purchase and compensation, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver infrastructure projects from early stage design to the final settlement of compensation.

You will work within a fast-paced team to meet increasing client requirements across a range of complex compulsory purchase casework including litigation cases. You will deliver complex casework, provide technical guidance to clients and colleagues and support other caseworkers within DVS. You will also assist with building capability within the team.

This exciting opportunity will also include project management and leading high profile casework for high profile clients.

Chartered Surveyor – Key responsibilities

• Dealing with a large complex portfolio of work requiring extensive experience of complex Compulsory Purchase casework
• Maintaining and applying an advanced level of valuation surveying knowledge to casework activity, review of high profile or complex valuations and project management. 
• Identifying risks and issues and making recommendations on action to be taken
• Collaboration with all internal stakeholders across DVS.
• Ensuring an awareness of the wider political, economic, social, technical, environmental, and legislative agendas that impact the Transport Sector.
• Acting as an expert witness, appearance before arbitrators or submission of evidence to independent experts and Lands Tribunals, where required.
• Providing technical support to, and oversight of, less experienced colleagues
• Supporting the DVS management team and working closely with Team Leaders in the transferring of skills across the sector to build capability.
• On occasions, the role may require the successful candidate to undertake work outside the usual area. We are reasonable with our expectations and provide flexible working arrangements to support this need.

Service Care Solutions are currently working alongside an expanding Local authority based in Greater Manchester. They are seeking a Commercial Property Lawyer to join their team on a contract basis. If you have experience in Commercial Property and are looking for a new challenge, Then this Commercial Property Lawyer role could be the perfect opportunity for you. Please find below further details with regards to this position and assignment.

Role: Commercial Property Lawyer

Location: Manchester/Fully Remote

Rate: £45 - £55 an hour

Contract Length: 3 Months ongoing

Responsibilities:

• Handle your own Commercial Property Caseload from start to completion.
• Handle Property law matters in relation to Corporate support, Acting for lenders and Acquisition and sale of property for development, land promotion, options, conditional contracts and coverage.
• Provide outstanding client care at all times and have professional approach

About you:

• A qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or Barrister with 2 Years PQE in property law.
• Experienced in managing complex caseloads of Commercial Property matters
• Good understanding of the commercial environment locally.

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Hybrid Working
• Weekly Pay

If you or someone that you know would be interested in applying to the Commercial Property Lawyer vacancy, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Aanisah Khan via email, Aanisah.Khan@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within the public sector.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to be responsible for assisting and undertaking of their own training and development requirements in accordance with the Council's Performance Management Framework.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Undertake and carry out all types of Building Surveys - to include Condition, Dilapidation, bespoke, and whole life cycle costing.
• Manage post survey construction works from tender production to execution and completion of works on site.
• Assist the Lead/Senior Building Surveyors to deliver high quality services with specific responsibilities for Building surveying section of Property Services.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require experience in producing Auto Cad Plans, Elevations and cross sections.

It will be essential to have an extensive level of knowledge of the below:

• Current Building Regulations
• Ability to work at heights and confined spaces
• Planned/reactive and maintenance works contracts
• Experience of managing large multi- discipline construction projects including new build, extensions and refurbishments

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £23 per hour Umbrella Ltd.

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Quantity Surveyor

£40k

Manchester

About the role

To provide a Quantity Surveying / Employer's Agent services across a range of projects delivered by Identity Consult and be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Act as lead Consultant under supervision of a Senior Consultant or above, in the delivery of projects both pre and post-contract across a number of sectors relevant to the individual;
• Comply with Identity Consult's internal quality assurance management procedures and governance;
• Undertake all aspects of financial management of projects;
• Preparation of appointments and contracts for commissions;
• Ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards;
• Preparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
• Contract and dispute advice;
• Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification;
• Carry out the appointment and co-ordination of other consultants and contractors where required;
• Attend pre-contract meetings, liaise with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensure timely completion of agreed actions;
• Compile and issue invitations to tender, analyse contractor tenders and make recommendations in relation to Contract Award;
• Undertake site visits including snagging, inspections, and handovers;
• Prepare agendas, meeting minutes and supporting documents for meetings as required;
• Arrange and where required chair the required meetings to ensure the successful delivery of Identity Consult commissions;
• Carry out Business Development and Marketing activities to support the company's growth (targets to be agreed as part of the appraisal process)..

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or HNC in Building Studies;
• Demonstration of significant commitment towards personal professional development;
• A candidate not possessing the qualifications listed above but with a substantial and clearly established track record of success in a relevant field may also be considered;
• Must have a driving licence and have access to own car.

Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years for a construction related organisation;
• Experience of workload demand planning and developing resourcing strategies to deliver the work plan;
• Have good techniques and processes for tracking progress with tasks assigned to others and for dealing with delivery issues;
• Substantial experience of preparing, monitoring, and controlling budgets within a value for money framework;
• Considerable experience in business and financial planning management including negotiating appropriate financial solutions;
• Excellent knowledge of procurement routes and forms of building contract;
• Excellent knowledge of relevant system and estimating software;
• Confidence in the use of all Microsoft applications; word, excel, PowerPoint, and be able to prepare and analyse detailed reports, spreadsheets & presentations.

If interested in the role, please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk

Quantity Surveyor

£40k

Manchester

About the role

To provide a Quantity Surveying / Employer's Agent services across a range of projects delivered by Identity Consult and be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Act as lead Consultant under supervision of a Senior Consultant or above, in the delivery of projects both pre and post-contract across a number of sectors relevant to the individual;
• Comply with Identity Consult's internal quality assurance management procedures and governance;
• Undertake all aspects of financial management of projects;
• Preparation of appointments and contracts for commissions;
• Ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards;
• Preparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
• Contract and dispute advice;
• Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification;
• Carry out the appointment and co-ordination of other consultants and contractors where required;
• Attend pre-contract meetings, liaise with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensure timely completion of agreed actions;
• Compile and issue invitations to tender, analyse contractor tenders and make recommendations in relation to Contract Award;
• Undertake site visits including snagging, inspections, and handovers;
• Prepare agendas, meeting minutes and supporting documents for meetings as required;
• Arrange and where required chair the required meetings to ensure the successful delivery of Identity Consult commissions;
• Carry out Business Development and Marketing activities to support the company's growth (targets to be agreed as part of the appraisal process)..

Qualifications

• Degree in quantity surveying or HNC in Building Studies;
• Demonstration of significant commitment towards personal professional development;
• A candidate not possessing the qualifications listed above but with a substantial and clearly established track record of success in a relevant field may also be considered;
• Must have a driving licence and have access to own car.

Knowledge

• Minimum of 3 years for a construction related organisation;
• Experience of workload demand planning and developing resourcing strategies to deliver the work plan;
• Have good techniques and processes for tracking progress with tasks assigned to others and for dealing with delivery issues;
• Substantial experience of preparing, monitoring, and controlling budgets within a value for money framework;
• Considerable experience in business and financial planning management including negotiating appropriate financial solutions;
• Excellent knowledge of procurement routes and forms of building contract;
• Excellent knowledge of relevant system and estimating software;
• Confidence in the use of all Microsoft applications; word, excel, PowerPoint, and be able to prepare and analyse detailed reports, spreadsheets & presentations.

If interested in the role, please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and able lawyer to join the in-house legal team at Warrington Borough Council. Based within the Legal Safeguarding Team you will primarily work in the area of Adult Social care and/or Education.

You will be a key member of the team. The post involves provision of significant levels of support to the Legal Services Manager, solicitors and social work clients.

You will need excellent communication skills, team skills and the ability to interpret legislation in a common sense and practical manner, having due regard to the Council's legal responsibilities. Strong organisational and IT skills are essential. We offer a supportive environment within a friendly and progressive team with Lexcel accreditation.
Order is for ASC or Education paralegal/legal asst not property.

Our client based in Manchester are currently recruiting for Consultant Quantity Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, hybrid, permanent role offering £40,000 per year.

The purpose of the role is to provide a Quantity Surveying / Employer's Agent services across a range of projects delivered by Identity Consult and be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Act as lead Consultant under supervision of a Senior Consultant or above, in the delivery of projects both pre and post-contract across a number of sectors relevant to the individual;
• Undertake all aspects of financial management of projects;
• Preparation of appointments and contracts for commissions;
• Ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards;
• Preparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
• Contract and dispute advice;
• Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification;

Requirements:

• Degree in quantity surveying or HNC in Building Studies;
• Demonstration of significant commitment towards personal professional development;
• A candidate not possessing the qualifications listed above but with a substantial and clearly established track record of success in a relevant field may also be considered;
• Must have a driving licence and have access to own car.

If interested or want to know more, please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join their capital programmes team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a construction environment.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to be responsible for developing and delivering approximately £200m pa of Major and Minor Capital Programmes across the City.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Preparing feasibility studies and writing procurement reports.
• Applying Value Management techniques at the outset of a project.
• Estimating and cost planning activities taking ownership of and presenting project cost plans.
• Participate in the procurement process, under the direction of the Project Manager, ensuring that all stages including pre-qualification, enquiry, analysis, selection, and contract preparation are performed effectively, including producing tender documentation.
• Ensuring that post-contract cost variances and change control processes are implemented and managed effectively.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require a QS degree and the relevant professional construction experience.

The below skills would be beneficial for the role:

• The Quantity Surveyor appointment will contribute to the ongoing growth, delivery and development of the City Strategy.
• The successful candidate must demonstrate experience of pre-contract, post contract and cost planning within a construction environment.
• Experience and knowledge of working with various contracts such as PSPC, JCT and NEC3/4 (ECC and TSC)

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering between £35 to £45 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

Principle Lawyer Property

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principle Lawyer Property to join a local government legal service in Manchester. The successful candidate will be part of the Property Section, which is part of the wider Regeneration Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, structuring and dealing with high profile, high value and complex regeneration schemes and property transactions
• Development experience (conditional contracts, development obligations)
• Preparing reports on title
• Advising on Council powers (reports to the Executive if needed)
• Drafting and negotiating leases
• Managing a team of lawyers, writing precedents, reporting to the client and overseeing the delivery of the project
• Building and maintaining good client relationships with the Homelessness Team within the Council to ensure service delivery of a project for the grant of 1600 10 year plus one day leases

Requirements

• SRA Solicitor with a current UK practising Certificate
• Experience advising on Council powers (reports to the Executive if needed)
• Experience drafting and negotiating leases
• Ability to manage a team of lawyers, write precedents, report to the client and oversee the delivery of the project
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to delivery of work within tight timescales

Benefits:

Weekly pay
Hr Rate
Remote/hybrid

About the Company

we are interested in hearing from you. Apply now for the Principle Lawyer Property role in Manchester: CV beth.kirby@servicecare.org.uk. If you know someone who may be interested in this post, please send over the advert as we offer a £250 referral bonus if a candidate is placed.

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