Total 15 job vacancies by Fawkes & Reece

We are working with a reputable and established Regional Contractor who specialise in the delivery of Education, Healthcare, Commercial & Residential projects across the Lancashire and Greater Manchester region.

The company are very well established with a great heritage and reputation, working on a number of framework agreements and with a healthy pipeline of work.

The company have a proven track record of successfully carrying out D&B projects, traditional contracts and partnering frameworks across both the Education & Healthcare sectors.

Due to an increase in work, they are recruiting for a Site Manager to join them on a permanent basis to start as soon as possible. This will be working on Education & Healthcare projects - both refurbishment and New Build.

You will be reporting into a Contracts Manager and your responsibilities will include:

• The smooth operational running of your assigned site
• Ensuring health & safety is maintained
• Monitoring the quality of work
• Liaising with the client
• Programming works
• Ordering materials

Experience needed:

The successful candidate will ideally come from a Main Contractor background, and must have experience of managing both refurbishment and new build/extension projects within the Education, Healthcare or Commercial sector from start to completion.

Ideally you will have a trade background.

You must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career history on your CV.

You will benefit from a basic salary of between £40-50k + car allowance, pension and further benefits.

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

We are working with a reputable and established Regional Contractor who specialise in the delivery of Education, Healthcare, Commercial & Residential projects across the Lancashire and Cumbria region.

The company are very well established with a great heritage and reputation, working on a number of framework agreements and with a healthy pipeline of work.

Due to an increase in work, they are recruiting for a Site Manager to join them on a permanent basis to start in the New Year. This will be working on Education, Healthcare & Commercial projects - both refurbishment and New Build.

You will be reporting into a Contracts Manager and your responsibilities will include:

• The smooth operational running of your assigned site
• Ensuring health & safety is maintained
• Monitoring the quality of work
• Liaising with the client
• Programming works
• Ordering materials

Experience needed:

The successful candidate will ideally come from a Main Contractor background, and must have experience of managing projects within the Healthcare and Education sectors.

You must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career history on your CV.

A trade background is ideal.

You will benefit from a basic salary of approximately £45k + car allowance, pension and further benefits.

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

Are you an experienced Design Coordinator within the construction sector looking for an exciting new challenge working on bespoke commercial fit out projects?

My clients are market leaders at bringing vacant spaces to life and ensuring designs improve productivity and well being. Their commercial process starts with work space consulting, space planning and design and finishes with consistently high quality project delivery.

The Role for a Design Coordinator

As a Design Coordinator you will be working on commercial fit outs / refurbishments and office-to-residential conversions, providing a unique turnkey solution. Sitting in the Design team you will be working closely with the project teams consisting of in-house planners, architects and quantity surveyors to ensure a superior client outcome and experience.

The role will involve overseeing the entire design process, from initial concept development to final delivery, and you will be expected to provide guidance and support to the design team throughout the project life cycle.

My clients office is located in Leeds. However, the role would require national travel to visit projects with sites currently being in Leeds, Sheffield, Wakefield, Manchester, Harrogate, Nottingham and Reading.

Requirements for a Design Coordinator

• 2-3 years experience working for a construction main contractor
• Relevant Design/Architecture related qualification or degree
• Valid UK Driving License
• Proven experience in coordinating design projects.
• Strong understanding of design principles and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits for a Design Coordinator

• Competitive salary up to £40,000 DOE
• Car allowance.
• Health care.
• Pension Scheme.
• On site parking.
• Bonus scheme.
• Regular team socials.

To find out more or to apply for the position please contact Alex at our Sheffield office on 07990766855 or acocker@fr-group.co.uk

A main contractor is recruiting a Site Engineer for a town improvement project in Yeovil. The business is a multi-discipline company with projects upwards of £500m across several divisions including highways, building and rail however they also have a secure flow of work from frameworks for local authorities, National Highways, water companies and the Environment Agency.

Site Engineer duties include:

· Setting out with surveying equipment (GPS & Robotic Total Stations)

· Assist with quality control to ensure the standards are met in accordance to the design specifications

· Assist in producing permits to break ground (CAT Scanning management)

· Ensuring the highest health, safety and environmental standards are met on site adhering to the client's and business's requirement

· Liaise with the site team to approve materials ensuring they meet specification

· Keep accurate records of progress reports, site diaries and resource allocations

· Produce as-built drawings in AutoCAD

The successful candidate will join a long term contract assignment.

Please contact Oli at Fawkes & Reece (South) to discuss the role in more detail

We are working with a long standing, reputable and established Main Contractor who work throughout the Lancashire region, specialising in Education and Healthcare projects alongside commercial/leisure projects.

The company work on a number of long term frameworks and have a healthy pipeline of future of work. They work on both refurbishment and New Build projects.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Contracts Manager to join their close knit team on a permanent basis. Based in their Lancashire offices with site travel required, you will be responsible for:

• Assist in the development of the procurement programme
• Manage the selection of sub-contractors
• Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts.
• Monitor budget
• Develop a programme, monitor progress and ensure the contracts are delivered on time.
• Ensure contracts comply with Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Ensure site personnel (including visitors) are aware of their own Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Manage the identification of site hazards and ensure assessments and risk control methods are implemented.
• Ensure the performance of reporting staff are monitor through regular appraisals and reviews.
• Ensure identified individual development/training needs are met.
• Maintain the trust and support of reporting personnel
• Support individuals who have problems that may affect their performance.
• Manage/implement procedures on Recruitment, Discipline and Grievance.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career background, and have a strong background in Public Sector/Commercial/Healthcare refurbishment & new build projects.

The salary on offer is between £60-65k + car allowance and package, depending on your experience.

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.

I am working with a reputable Main Contractor, who have been established for several decades with a rich heritage and a great reputation for quality of work and customer service. The company have a close knit feel and still maintain their "family feel" culture.

The business have a number of divisions including New Build, Refurbishment & Maintenance and are looking for a Contracts Manager to join their Maintenance division.

You will be managing reactive and some pre-planned maintenance contracts to commercial clients, with line management responsibilty for a team of Engineers.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Manage the selection of sub-contractors
• Manage site personnel, work activities and resources to meet the requirements of individual contracts.
• Monitor budget
• Develop a programme, monitor progress and ensure the contracts are delivered on time.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs for each contract
• Liaise closely with clients
• Ensure contracts comply with Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Ensure site personnel (including visitors) are aware of their own Health, Safety and Welfare requirements.
• Manage the identification of site hazards and ensure assessments and risk control methods are implemented.
• Ensure the performance of reporting staff are monitor through regular appraisals and reviews.
• Ensure identified individual development/training needs are met

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career background - ideally you will have a trade background and you will also need experience as a Contracts Manager managing reactive maintenance/planned maintenance contracts in a commercial setting.

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.

Are you an experienced Pre-Construction Manager looking for a new opportunity with a leading Tier 1 Contractor?

As a Pre-Construction Manager you'll be working within the Building Solutions Team, supporting them in the delivery of Pre-Construction Services .

Your day to day will include:

• Manage and coordinate the Pre-Construction activities of either traditional or design and build projects once awarded, with responsibility for managing the Pre-Construction process from tender issue through to handover to the operational team

• Work collaboratively with the members of the Pre-Construction team, inclusive of governance, commercial, estimating, planning, and design management to ensure milestones are identified, monitored, and achieved to successfully complete the Pre-Construction process.

• Attend site visits to view the project during the Pre-Construction stage and engage with designers and supply chain partners as necessary to inform the detailed design and pricing process.

What are we looking for?

This role of Pre-Construction Manager is great for you if:

• HNC/HND/Degree in a construction or engineering subject and / or Membership of a relevant body (CIOB, APM, CIAT, RICS)

• Previous Pre-Construction experience on projects up to £10m with strong experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams

• A proven record of successful multi-project delivery through management of a skilled team of people
• CSCS Card
• Full UK Drivers Licence

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Up TO £70k DOE
• Car Allowance
• Healthcare
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Competitive annual leave & bank holidays

How to apply?:

Please contact Alex in our Sheffield Office on 0114 213 0900 or acocker@fr-group.co.uk

Fawkes And Reece are proud to be working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor in their search for an experienced Bid Writer to join their team in Sheffield.

Our client is looking for a Bid Writer to join their team on bids working across an array of sectors including commercial, accommodation, distribution, healthcare, leisure, industrial and various Frameworks. Within this role, you can enjoy exposure to exciting projects, agile working, progressions opportunities and even more.

You will be joining the close knit Pre-Construction team working closely with the operations and design teams, reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Manager.

Responsibilities of a Bid Writer

As a Bid Writer, you'll contribute to the planned and sustained business growth by creating compelling, quality content for submissions, and proactively support subject matter experts in the bidding process including guidance on writing and content.

Duties of a Bid Writer include:

• Leading & coordinating storyboard sessions to develop tailored content & responses to PQQs

• Assist in the innovation of sharing & presenting information; and applying client bid feedback to future responses to drive continuous improvement.

• Re-working proposal responses from a variety of internal stakeholders & colleagues, such as operations, commercial, legal & HR; and deliver completed proposal responses to agreed deadlines.

• Due to the nature of this role & industry, you'll need to understand and apply public procurement legislation and other relevant policies to written responses.

Requirements of a Bid Writer

This role of Bid Writer is great for you if you:

• Salary up to £45,000 DOE.
• Experience working for a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Have a professional writing background, degree related to English Language, and bid writing / management experience.
• Have advanced MS Word & Office skills, and be proficient in desktop publishing & design software such as Adobe InDesign.

Benefits for a Bid Writer

• My client offers a competitive salary of up to £45k DOE
• 25 days holiday per year (plus 8 bank holidays)
• Membership of our group personal pension scheme
• Private Medical

If this position sounds of interest and you would like more information, or would like to apply, please don't hesitate to get in contact with Alex at Fawkes & Reece on 0114 213 0900.

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a fresh new start or an exciting change with career progression?

Fawkes and Reece are proud to be working with a regional main contractor based in Leeds recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join their dynamic construction team. You will be working on projects that would be typically ranging from £500k - £5m in value. You will be responsible to tenders from enquiry to handover within their commercial team working on both D&B and traditional forms of contract.

Duties Include But Are Not limited Too;

• Attend tender presentations for new projects, contribute, lead commercially and present. Prioritisation of all tenders
• Prepare cost budgets and cost estimates for contracts.
• Ensure that all estimating processes and procedures are followed to deliver a submission following tender settlement.
• Work with surveyors in preparation of quantified schedule of rates and bill of quantities.
• Prepare tender summaries and attend start-up pre-price and price meetings.
• Assist in preparation for settlement meeting enquiries whether risk register, prelims and labour rates have been done.

Benefits:

• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Monday - Friday
• Flexitime
• Generous Holidays

• Hybrid Working
• Career Progression

If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on 01142130903 or email through your CV to acocker@fr-group.co.uk.

About the role of Quantity Surveyor:

Exciting opportunity for a London or Hertfordshire (maximum 1 hour commute) based material buyer with joinery experience to join an established Boreham W ood based business and oversee a junior buyer's development. Team is very sociable so personality and energy will be key. Previous experience at a joinery business is the key. A background at a reputable main contractor is not necessary. Requirement is urgent so candidates who can start immediately or in the near future would be ideal.

Responsibilities for Material Buyer:

• Be able to investigate new potential suppliers to strengthen their supply chain.
• Ideally good knowledge of curtain wall, doors and building materials.
• Sourcing, negotiating purchasing materials.
• Understanding of project contractual requirements and ensure these are relayed to suppliers and sub-contractors as required.

Requirements for Material Buyer:

• Within a 1-hour commute of the Boreham Wood office.
• Experience working as a buyer at a joinery or construction-based business.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.

What we offer for Material Buyer:

• The business has a great name in the industry and a solid reputation, making them a very sought after company to work for with good core values and a dynamic existing stable team.
• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary bonus, private health-care and a travel allowance.
• Regular company social events and incentives.

If you want to hear more about this Quantity Surveyor role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Alex Leaver in our London office on 07921 466 436.

• Role: Labourer
• Location: Norwich
• Contract type: Temporary (Full time)
• Start date: 08/11/2024
• Duration: Long Term
• Pay rate: £15 per hour
• Fawkes & Reece contact: Ollie - 07542 024904

The Labourer 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 for the Labourer:
*Previous experience in a Labouring position
*CSCS Card


What to do next:
If you think you would be a good candidate for this Labourer position or would like to find out more about the role, please reach out to Ollie - 07542 024904

Role: Telehandler

Location: Luton

Contract type: Temporary (Full time)

Start date: 4/11/24

Duration: Long term (50 weeks)

Pay rate: £180-190 day

Fawkes & Reece contact: Stan (London office) - Number 020 7288 0166 PRESS OPTION 1 FOR TRADES

The telehandler role:

You will be working on a large residential building site for a tier 1 contractor.

Requirements for the Telehandler:

• Previous experience drivingtelehandler - min 3 years
  • CSCS CARD
  • NPORS/CPCS
  • FULL UK DRIVING LICENSE

What to do next:

If you think you would be a good candidate for this Telehandler position or would like to find out more about the role, please reach out to Stan in our London Office on 020 7288 0166.

Role: Labourer

Location: Stevenage

Contract type: Temporary (Full time)

Start date: 4/11/24

Duration: Long term (50 weeks)

Pay rate: £15-16 per hour

Fawkes & Reece contact: Stan (London office) - Number 020 7288 0166 press option 1 for trades and labour

The Labourer 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 for the Labourer:

• Previous experience in a Labouring position
• CSCS Card

What to do next:

If you think you would be a good candidate for this Labourer position or would like to find out more about the role, please reach out to Stan in our London Office on 020 7288 0166

Are you a Tenant Liaison Officer looking for a new challenge? We have a position available with a Social Housing Contractor who focus on quality of service and customer care, and have great staff retention rates.

My client are a well established Social Housing Contractor, who have an excellent reputation and strong pipeline of work. They are currently recruiting for a Tenant Liaison Officer to join them on a permanent basis to work on refurbishments to high rise blocks in the Manchester region.

As a Tenant Liaison Officer you will develop positive relationships with residents in order to provide information and support during refurbishment, maintenance and major works programmes. You will also be responsible for booking in appointments and will manage your own diary.

Duties include:

• Pre entry visits and company inductions
• Collect tenancy agreement/approval forms
• Visiting tenants in their homes and to advise them on when and what work is being carried out
• Act as the main point of contact and deal with any problems/queries that tenant may have
• Contacting neighbourhood housing associations and establishing working relations with them
• Visiting empty houses that are being refurbished with potential tenants and advising them on completion dates
• Attending and chairing tenant forum meetings to advise tenants of works being carried out
• Monitor customer complaints and resolve any potential issues
• Monitor customer satisfaction

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a strong and stable career within face to face customer service, ideally within Housing or Construction sectors.

You must also have a full driving licence and ideally hold a current CSCS Card.

To apply for this role, please send your CV to Stephanie at Fawkes & Reece using the link below or call 01204 554 884

Please note - due to a high volume of applications, if you have not been contacted within 5 working days then please deem your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnered with a market leading regional main contractor seeking an experienced Estimator to join their growing team in Leeds.

The role of an Estimator

As Estimator you would play a key part of the thriving pre-construction team, responsible for preparing detailed and accurate cost estimates for residential refurbishment projects, typically ranging up to £8m. Providing a unique in-house approach delivering value and expertise in maximising offices into residential spaces with consistently high quality project delivery.

My clients challenge the traditional way of working which means their clients benefit from a smoother planning, design and construction process. With all the technical services sitting under one roof, working together as one collective team.

Responsibilities of an Estimator

* Produce detailed quotations, raise purchase orders, manage project budgets and approve supplier invoices.
* Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for refurbishment projects.
* Develop comprehensive and accurate estimations & presentations.
* Source new products and suppliers as needed.
* Contribute to building systems that streamline processes.

Requirements for an Estimator

* Minimum 5 years main contractor experience.
* Experience working on Residential refurbishment project with values up to £5m+. * Valid UK driving license.
* Relevant construction related degree or qualification.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits for an Estimator

* Salary up to £45,000 DOE.
* Exciting projects.
* Career Growth and industry leading training with clear paths for progression.
* Work in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your ideas are heard.
* Hybrid working. * Regular team socials.

How To Apply?:

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information please call Alex at the F&R office (North) on 0114 2130900 (Option 3) or 07990766855