Total 6 Construction / Property job vacancies in Barking, Essex, IG11 9UW

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, forward thinking, and enthusiastic individual to join the Tendring District Council Development & Building Team as the Senior Building & Maintenance Surveyor. The team are responsible for the maintenance and improvement of our Council owned housing stock, including garages, sheltered schemes and communal areas.

This is a great opportunity to work across a range of projects including the preparation, supervision, and administration of annual and other maintenance contracts. It involves monitoring performance of contractors, liaising with stakeholders and offering a mentoring role to the wider team. This role will suit someone who is driven, self-motivated and has a sound knowledge in building and construction.

We need someone with a positive outlook and a desire to deliver who can continue our work to improve the service that we offer to our tenants. As a landlord, we take our commitments to our residents seriously and we are focussed on continuing to strengthen and improve what we do, and how we do it.

This role reports directly to the Principal Surveyor and will be part of our dynamic Development and Building team.

For an informal discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Chris Ball, Principal Surveyor on 01255 68 6323

For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification.


Employee Benefits
Working for us, you will find a great sense of community in which we work together towards achieving the council’s shared objectives and which ensures our customers are at the heart of everything we do.

The Council offer a great range of employee benefits including: -

- Flexible working arrangements
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Free Parking
- Discounted Corporate Gym Membership
- A number of optional Salary Sacrifice initiatives

Legal Services Manager, Property Team

Permanent, Full Time

£70,543 to £82,992 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

Closing Date: 4th December 2024

This role has a hybrid working arrangement. We will expect you to attend our Chelmsford offices approximately 2 - 3 days per week. There will also be a requirement to visit other sites throughout the operational area, as required.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a new leader for our Property Team. The team has a large volume of interesting and rewarding work including supporting the Council's £1.7 billion estate which covers approximately 350 buildings and around 1,500 sites ranging from residential care, waste, country parks, schools and corporate offices in addition to providing high quality legal advice to external clients.

This is a brilliant opportunity for the right person to continue to develop the team, to contribute to the growth of Essex and to work on complex and interesting projects such as major transport schemes.

Essex County Council (ECC) is a diverse and large organisation that strives for excellence and delivers an outstanding service for residents across Essex. The in-house legal service, ELS, prides itself on providing a comprehensive legal service to the Council - most of our work is done in-house. We pride ourselves on valuing the people who work for us and providing a supportive working environment, where people work hard to do their best for Essex. The work can be demanding, and we expect resilience but our senior leaders are committed to ensuring that ELS is a place where people want to stay.

This post is a strategic leader in the legal service focused on managing a team of legal professionals.

In addition, as part of the ELS leadership team, the role has a strong voice in the running of the service and plays a key role in maintaining our Lexcel accreditation.

We're looking for someone with excellent technical legal skills and relevant experience who can quickly pick things up and manage a team of specialists within the property area.

They will need to be able to operate effectively in a complex politically-led organisation. Their influencing skills will be critical in order to articulate options and risks when advising Senior Leaders and Councilors.

To read more about us please visit: Corporate Services

Accountabilities

· Lead, manage and motivate a team of lawyers, paralegals and caseworkers to provide exemplary legal advice to internal stakeholders within ECC and external customers.

· Accountable for the provision of high quality advice and interpretation to clients to underpin and inform decision making.

· Accountable for providing legal services to support different functions within the Council, in order to, protect and mitigate potential legal risks for ECC.

· Responsible for contributing to business development targets across the team.

· Develop and maximise opportunities to attract external legal work across the breadth of different sectors with whom ECC collaborates in support of ECC strategic aims and objectives to build new revenue streams.

· Accountable for ensuring professional conduct and governance across the Council to meet Corporate and Statutory responsibilities and requirements.

· Accountable for driving compliance with the Lexcel standard and preparing the service for renewal of its Lexcel accreditation.

· Work collaboratively with stakeholders and partners to ensure solutions are robust, providing direction and guidance to achieve positive outcomes.

· Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

The Experience You Will Bring

· Qualified solicitor or barrister or legal executive with full practising certificate and at least 5 years' post qualification experience.

· Expert knowledge and experience in property law, with a local government focus e.g. commercial property, residential conveyancing, academy conversions, major projects and complex property transactions, leases, licences, sales and disposals, option agreements and overage.

· Experience of working with senior personnel and Directors and other key stakeholders

· Knowledge and understanding of providing legal advice in a public sector setting

· Experience of leading a team of qualified professionals

· Persuasion and influencing skills

· Evidence of creativity in exploring business opportunities

Pay and Reward

You'll also have access to the MyReward, a unique platform for Essex County Council employees to take advantage of including:

- Healthcare and Dental Plans at corporate rates

- Discounts and benefits at many local and national outlets including supermarkets, shopping, restaurants, technology purchases and holidays

- Discounts across Essex County Council's businesses, including Country Park Membership, ACL and more

- Generous holiday and special leave allowances (including the option to purchase extra holiday)

- Local Government Pension Scheme.

- Life Assurance of three times annual salary

- Employee wellbeing and counselling

- Travel discounts & season ticket loans

- Learning and Development opportunities/coaching & mentoring

- Payment of professional fees for approved professions

- Eye care vouchers

- Lease car scheme (dependent on business needs).

You can read more here: https://workingforessex.com/working-here/pay-reward

Interviews expected be held in person at Seax House, Chelmsford, December 2024

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton on the Naze. England's oldest city, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

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Quantity Surveyor Opportunity - Anglia Region

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career? We're working on behalf of a highly respected construction firm based in the Anglia region, known for its dynamic and successful approach to civils and rail projects. They are currently looking to expand their team with a dedicated and skilled Quantity Surveyor.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving organization that offers significant career progression, a competitive package, and the chance to work on diverse projects across Anglia. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for cost management, budgeting, and financial analysis throughout the project lifecycle. You'll work closely with a talented team of professionals, ensuring efficient and cost-effective delivery of high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage project finances and budgets from inception to completion
- Prepare, review, and evaluate tenders and contracts
- Conduct risk, value management, and cost control
- Liaise with contractors, subcontractors, and clients
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
- Report on project progress and financial status

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the rail or civils industry
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively

Why Join?

This role offers a competitive salary package, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your expertise. Our client is committed to providing a supportive work environment and the tools necessary for you to excel in your role.

If you're ready to make a positive impact and further your career as a Quantity Surveyor, apply today! For more information, please contact us directly or submit your CV to explore this fantastic opportunity.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Job Overview

CPCS Telehandler needed in Stevenage SG1 2DA.

Duration – 1 month - could be longer

Duties will include – Lifting and moving materials across site, Dealing with logistic/deliveries.

Weekly CIS Payments.

Must have CPCS Card

Hours paid – 9 hours paid

If interested, please apply via email or call on 02037 403 304

Quantity Surveyor - A47 Highways Project - Tuddenham (Lodging Available)

Are you a skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering successful highways projects?

We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented individual to join our team working on the exciting A47 improvement project near Tuddenham. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure project that will enhance connectivity and improve safety for road users.

About the Role:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the successful financial management and delivery of this important project. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and maintaining accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents.
• Managing and negotiating contracts with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Monitoring project costs and identifying potential cost overruns.
• Implementing effective cost control measures.
• Preparing and analyzing cost reports and providing regular updates to the project team and stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant contractual and legal requirements.
• Assisting with the measurement and valuation of works.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on highways or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of highway construction principles and practices.
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in cost management software and tools (e.g., CostX, Asite).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) is desirable.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding opportunity to work on a significant infrastructure project.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Lodging options available near the project site for those who wish to be closer to work.

If you are a skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering successful highways projects and are looking for a convenient location with lodging options, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

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

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GENERAL LABOURER'S WITH DBS CHECK

General Labourer's required urgently in Harlow, Essex

Will assist with all general Labourer tasks/general Labourer duties such as;

Assisting other trades when required
Unloading/loading materials
Keeping work areas tidy
Requirements:

Valid CSCS Card
Valid DBS/CRB Check
Full PPE
Applicants must have previous General Labourer experience and be able to provide references from previous employers.

The potential candidate for this General Labourer position must have can do attitude, be punctual and reliable.