Total 63 Others level Construction / Property job vacancies in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1HX

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid Role)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Package
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Hybrid (On-site and Office-based)

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Cambridge

We are looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, working on exciting construction projects. You will assist the Senior QS team in managing costs, contracts, and project delivery.

• Assist in preparing and managing project budgets and valuations
• Support senior surveyors in contract administration and cost reporting
• Help manage subcontractor accounts and procurement processes
• Monitor project progress and provide financial updates to the team
• Contribute to risk management and cost control measures
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders as required

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field (or working towards)
• 1-2 years of experience in a Quantity Surveying role (construction experience preferred)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, CostX, etc.)
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when needed
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the role

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Assistant Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted if your CV is of interest.

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Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial)
Location: Cambridge (Hybrid Role)
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 + Package
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Hybrid (3 days on-site, 1 day at home, 1 day in the office)

Senior Quantity Surveyor Opportunity – Cambridge

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team for a project based in Cambridge. This is a hybrid role, offering the flexibility to work across 3 days on-site, 1 day from home, and 1 day in the office. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial projects and a proven ability to manage costs and contracts effectively.

• Oversee all aspects of cost management for commercial construction projects
• Prepare and manage contracts, budgets, and valuations
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget and align with financial goals
• Provide detailed reports and financial forecasts to senior management
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project success
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role, with a focus on commercial projects
• Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement, and financial management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV through where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted if your CV is of interest.

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Construction Senior Planner

Cambridge

Highly attractive salary & package

I am delighted to be working with a well known and well respected Tier 1 Contractor in the search for a Construction Planner to join the team on a permanent basis in Cambridge. As the Planner, you will be responsible for the planning function on tenders and sites involving detailed analysis of information, provide a full planning service during the Pre-Qualification, Tender, Contract and Post Contract stages and provide leadership and direction to the team.

To be considered for this role, it is essential you have previously worked for a regional / national contractor in a similar position.

Duties as the Planner:

• You will support the management team with the planning and programming of the design, procurement and construction activities associated with the works
• To lead the programme and planning management for the team in the preconstruction and construction phases
• To develop regular reports to feedback on progress and performance on a weekly and monthly basis

Experience & Skills required:

• Successful track record on live construction projects
• Experience of working within a team
• Extensive knowledge of contract management
• Experience managing Planning teams
• Advanced Asta Powerproject Training

The organisation you will be joining are leaders in their space who will offer you an industry leading package with an extensive array of learning opportunities.

Contact Sam today for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Estimator

One of our key clients are currently looking for an Estimator to join their rapidly expanding team based in Bracknell. The ideal candidate will have previous experience within commercial fit outs.

Job Description

• Carrying out all estimating company wide for both Maintenance and Projects division, ranging for £1k - £1million
• Analyse and evaluate project specifications and drawings
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate cost planning
• Monitor project progress and provide regular cost reports and valuations
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and propose value engineering solutions
• Carrying out site visits, surveys and take offs

Ideally/Must have

• Commercial construction knowledge with fit outs
• Strong knowledge of cost control principles and techniques
• Excellent analytic and numerical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Microsoft outlook and excel experience

Package

• £40 - £60k per year depending on experience
• Office based from Bracknell office
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Pension
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays - additional day per year service after first two years
• Statutory sick pay
• Laptop and phone

If you think you would be suitable for the above role and would like some more details please apply below. Alternatively you can call us on 01189505011.

I have a post for an experienced Handyman / Property Maintenance Officer / Multi Trade to join our Repairs Team covering Peterborough.

Working with the day to day Repairs maintenance team, you will be working in properties in Ashford carrying out general repairs on properties. The service ideally is looking for someone that can also Paint and Decorate and complete Mould Washes.

The Job.

Day to Day you will carry out building repairs, maintenance Painting and Decorating and Mould Washing, a little bit of basic plumbing, carpentry, plastering and painting may also be required. General repairs fall around Joinery work - changing locks, fixing skirtings, Doors, Frames etc.

We are looking for people who can carry out works to a consistently high standard of quality and customer satisfaction and complete works 'Right First Time'.

Hours of work will be between the core hours of 8.00 am and 5.00 pm (Monday - Friday) - 40 hours per week - Company Van is issued during working hours

The pay range for the role is £22.49 per hour LTD company rate. The PAYE equivalent is £18.11 per hour, inclusive of holiday.

Requirements needed to apply.

A full driving licence required.

Experience in Domestic repairs and maintenance

NVQ or Time Served

Benefits

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours.

Long term contract with prospects working well into the New Year.

If you are interested in applying for this role or if you would like information about any roles in your area please call John on 01772 208967 or email me at john.neary@servicecare.org.uk

xAre you a Surveyor seeking a new opportunity with OTE of up to £60k PA plus? Do you have window and door, or a home improvement background ? At Anglian Home Improvements we are looking for a Surveyor to work in the North East. Our Surveyors are responsible for verifying the customers contractual requirements and providing accurate measurements and drawings to facilitate a timely and successful installation. Our Surveyor, Field Surveyor, Estimators or Window and Door Surveyor's, will be excellent communicators and provide outstanding service to our customers.

Who we are

At Anglian we have a quality ethos and want every customer to enjoy the experience of making home improvements with us. To achieve this, we need experienced Surveyor’s, Field Surveyor’s, Estimators or Window and Door Surveyors to independently assess each job to fully understand our customer's requirements and offer solutions to mitigate any risks.

What the role entails

• Making arrangements with the customer to carry out their technical survey in line with our survey completion targets
• Travelling within the region to undertake the customer’s survey following our high standards, to ensure accurate measurements and drawings are provided in line with our Right first time, methodology
• Confirm with the customer all details and designs ordered are suitable, ensuring they are happy to proceed and have a full understanding of what they have ordered as well as offering solutions where applicable.
• Liaise with the wider Anglian team reporting any discrepancies or changes which need to be made after surveying the customers property
• Input survey details onto the survey network and order materials as required
• Dealing with any issues or changes that may occur in a timely manner

What we Need

• Customer Focus, with excellent people and communication skills
• NVQ level 3 in Surveying or equivalent experience of surveying in the window and door industry
• Previous experience or equivalent qualification, of installing uPVC products
• Proficient IT Skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi task, organise and good problem solver
• Full driving licence

What we Offer

• Competitive salary, with potential earnings being over £60k PA with bonus
• Company Car
• Employee Product Purchase and Staff Benefit Scheme
• Access to a wide range of Well being benefits, such as your birthday off, 24hr remote access to a doctor and paid time off to volunteer
• 31 Days Holiday including Bank Holidays, increasing with service

Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together” we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.

Your new company
You will be joining an established utilities contractor based in the Gloucester area working on multi-utility schemes for high-profile clients. This organisation offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development as well as the opportunity to work on an array of exciting projects. Having secured an additional £30m worth of work on top of their already healthy order book, they are looking to onboard a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be based in the Gloucester area and be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Producing and providing accurate forecasts of project costs to completion/final value
• Managing subcontractor accounts
• Liaising with clients and other key project stakeholders
• Monitoring cash flow and valuation plans
• Managing subcontractor tender processes
• Providing accurate reports of costs and values on the projects on a weekly basis.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Experience at an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor level
• Good working knowledge of NEC form of contract
• Sound negotiation and organisational skills
• A doer attitude and be able to liaise with clients, site teams and subcontractors.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary dependent on your experience
• Company car or car allowance
• 28 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Matched company pension contribution
• Training and development
• Opportunity to grow and advance your career with a leading contractor
• Exposure to high-profile projects and more.

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

Please note - work sponsorship is not offered by this contractor.

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Our client is currently looking to recruit an experienced Building Surveyor to join their Residential and Commercial Property, Building Surveying division to cover Peterborough and the surrounding areas.

You will be dealing with a mixed caseload of Residential and Commercial Property Claims, ranging from £20k up to £1million.

You'll carry out initial visits and assess damage to a high professional standard, help establish and agree the defect diagnosis, then progress ensuing all Planning, Building Regulations Party Wall and CDM issues are addressed and that work is carried out to a high standard.

Ideally you will have either MCIOB or MRICS status, or be willing to study towards either of these to be considered for this opportunity.

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My client, a PLC developer based in Peterborough are looking for an experienced QS/SQS to look after one of thier new and exciting schemes starting in Littleport, a scheme of 337 units.

You will be responsible for tendering the development all the way through from site start budget to final account. Responsible for accurate CVR reviews on COINS, placing of orders and general cost control and payments.

This is a Hybrid role, where you will be WFH, onsite or at the HQ in Peterborough

Project info

• Working for an NHBC award winning PLC developer
• Exciting new scheme involving new infrastructure, landscaping, open spaces, community and leisure centre
• Working alongside a great team - very hard working but sociable outside of hours
• Fantastic mentors to learn from
• Mixed residential development - traditional build, houses and flats
• 10 years of solid work forecasted - progression to promotions will be encouraged

What you will be doing

• You will be working on a new scheme comprised of roughly 300+ units
• Responsible for procurement of some high risk packages and many low risk packages
• Preparing CVR's
• Will be helping to manage an Assistant QS

Requirements

• At least 6+ years experience working within a QS position in the UK
• An excellent approach to work and professional outlook on the construction industry
• Main contractor/developer experience desired but not essential
• RC Frame experience needed
• Strong references
• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid commercial acumen
• Educated to a degree level or equivalent (BSc Quantity Surveying preferred)

Benefits:

• Paying up £60-£75,000 basic salary
• Highly competitive remuneration package
• Dynamic, forward thinking company
• Strong pipeline of work
• Long term stability and progression

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Construction Manager

A Tier 1 contractor is hiring for a Construction Manager for a 8 month duration with the potential of being taken onto another project. The project will take place in the Cambridge. Pay ranges from £300-350cis per day.

About the role of Construction Manager:

The role will be managing the CAT A and B fit out of a 4 storey office - worth £18m.

Responsibilities for the Construction Manager:

• Strong people management skills, experience in leading large teams, including solid technical knowledge of short-term programming, construction methodology.
• Experience managing all phases of fit out packages, including health and safety, quality, and costs
• Knowledge of internal design, detailing, and structural design standards, as well as experience designing facades for different types of projects
• Understanding of internal materials, manufacturing methods, installation, and testing
• Ability to communicate effectively with architects, sub-contractors, and other stakeholders, and to present design concepts clearly
• Working with other professionals, such as engineers and architects, to achieve project objectives
• Oversee day-to-day operations on construction sites. Making sure all health & safety protocols are in place.
• Manage risks, with any issues that arise are solved promptly and efficiently.

Requirements of the Role:

• CSCS Black Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid At Wok

If you want to hear more about this Construction Manager role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Danny Ireland in our London office on 020 7288 0169 or email me direland@frlondon.co.uk