Total 141 Construction / Property job vacancies in H1301 - HB Chicago, IL (320 S Canal St) - Office

Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’
- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. #MoreToMurphy
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Cambridge (site based) Kentish Town (HQ)
Would you like to join one of the UK's Best Big Companies as awarded by Best Companies? Murphy Technical Services (MTS) is growing, and we are seeking the right calibre of commercial resource to support this. MTS sits within the multidisciplined Specialist Businesses Unit of J Murphy & Sons. This includes building, ground engineering, electrical services, utility connections, design and engineering, alongside the specialisms of the wider business; this role focuses on mechanical and electrical services, required initially as part of a new build train station, and then beyond.

The business unit provides ideal opportunities for those wishing to take on more responsibility and operate at a business level rather than simply one project; as a commercial team we are delivery focussed, whilst maintaining the Murphy family feel.
Reporting into the Commercial Manager leading the portfolio, the right individual will commercially lead the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems (MEPH) work package for Cambridge South Station. This role would be good for anyone looking for a new and exciting challenge and for anyone looking to gain exposure and experience to all aspects of commercial delivery within a project from start to finish, working closely alongside their operational counterparts.

What will you be doing?

- Drafting and input on contract and subcontract negotiations, subcontract management and agreement of final accounts
- Ensuring awareness off and compliance with our key risk parameters
- Build on and manage client, supplier and internal relationships.
- Preparation and presentation of monthly project cost value reconciliation, ensuring your awareness and compliance with revenue recognition rules.
- Review and progress the management of opportunity and threat.
- Define and implement a commercial strategy for each project.
- Ensure compliance with year end.
- Preparation of applications for payment to maintain cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production and improvement plans.
- Input into growing your own high performing team, highlighting your resourcing needs to line and project management.
- Mentor and oversee the progression of junior team members (not just commercial)
- Input into apprentice and graduate recruitment annually


Who we are looking for

- Experience in energy, highway, rail, or M&E projects
- NEC experience
- Gained or seeking to attain professional accreditation, MRICS, MCICES, MCIOB or equivalent.
- Commercially astute with substantial proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry
- Good knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
- Degree or equivalent to support a commercial background.
- Full driving licence

Job Details

Grade: 8A

Hourly Rate: £19.54 - £21.20
Salary: £35,672.14 - £38,701.64 pro rata, per annum
Contract Duration: Temporary until 01.01.2028
Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Role Purpose

A 3 year temporary contract opportunity has arisen in the Building Standards section for an enthusiastic person to assist the Council’s delivery of its statutory Building Standards service. You will process building warrants, assist in the inspection of works on site and deal with dangerous buildings.

A diploma/degree in building surveying or equivalent formal qualification, or substantial relevant experience in dealing with development applications, negotiations, plan assessment and dealing with dangerous buildings.

The position is based at headquarters in Newtown St. Boswells. A driving licence and regular access to a vehicle will therefore be essential.

Essential

A Diploma/Degree in building surveying or equivalent formal qualification or substantial relevant experience in dealing with development applications, negotiations, plan vetting and dangerous buildings.

Proven record of relevant CPD training.

A current driving licence and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement of this post. * If you have a disability which precludes you from holding a drivers licence, Scottish Borders Council will take into account its responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to allow for your disability. Should it be possible to make such an adjustment in order that you can undertake the travel responsibilities of the post, this will be taken into account in consideration for this role.
Type of drivers licence: Category B

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries can be made to David Smith (01835) 825022 or Mark Philbin (01835 826731)

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Permanent Full-Time | 35 hours per week
Lead and Deliver Exceptional Construction Projects
Salary $151, - $169, | Leaseback vehicle | Superannuation

Our Team At Bayside Council, we foster a positive, flexible, and inclusive workplace, ensuring both our employees and customers feel valued. With a commitment to transparency and integrity, we serve the community by delivering exceptional services that align with the best interests of Bayside.
The City Projects team is a multi-disciplinary team that is responsible for delivering Council?s City Projects program on time, on budget and to a high standard. About the Role Bayside Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Construction Coordinator to oversee a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary engineering, architectural, and landscape architectural projects. This role provides high-level leadership to the project construction team, ensuring projects are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

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Shaw Healthcare (Group) Limited delivers a wide spectrum of care ranging from elderly residential, nursing and dementia to complex care specialities such as Mental Health, Acquired Brain Injuries and Learning disabilities. Shaw designs, builds and operates care services across the UK to meet the growing demand.
Position: Development Manager - Construction)
Location: St Mellons, Cardiff CF3 0LT
Salary : £55,000 - £60,000 (depending upon experience)
Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)
Shaw is now recruiting for a Development Manager to join our Commercial Department to deliver Shaw’s new care services as well as the redevelopment of existing services.
Objectives

To deliver projects in line with Shaw’s requirements and the requirements of external governing bodies
Identify redevelopment opportunities within the Group’s stock or dispose of property no longer required by Shaw whilst attaining best value for the company.
To provide effective project management services as required by Shaw’s property acquisition disposal and development programmes

Principal Duties

To procure or develop property to a brief defined by the management team within an agreed capital budget for the project.
Carryout due diligence on sites including identifying and commissioning appropriate surveys and reviewing legal contracts.
To identify, commission and direct competent professional consultants who may be required to acquired or develop the land and buildings.
To ensure that any buildings acquired or developed are handed over within the timetable and to the financial envelope and specification agreed for the project.
Co-ordinating the pre-construction development process including leadership of regular project meetings.
To project manage the property, design and building elements of residential home transfer on a project-by-project basis.
Negotiate terms of agreement, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses, overseeing and liaising with the professional team (including architect and engineer) and local project manager to ensure efficiencies and avoid delays.
Actively participating in any initiative that seek to reduce total development costs by targeting reductions in development costs/fees and related expenditure.
Co-ordinating with the legal team, on construction documents (including Hots, JCT Contracts and Warranties), etc.
Liaising with appointed employers’ agents to ensure projected build costs will be achieved.

General Management
The Development Manager will be responsible for budgeting, organisation, implementation and scheduling of the projects, prior to Practical Completion and thereafter fit out the care homes and the transfer of the services to the Operations Team to deliver care service.
The client-side Development Manager will be required to plan, execute, and finalise projects according to deadlines and within the financial envelope.
Practice Expectations

Generating appropriate development/financial appraisals and liaising with supporting functions in preparing these financial models and appraisals.
Assistant and monitoring valuations for the purpose of drawdowns by the contractor.
Demonstrable experience in property development, preferably within the Healthcare & Extra Care Markets, taking projects from post-acquisition through construction to finished product handover to the companies operations team.

The Ideal Candidate

Good understanding of land/property values and Red Book valuations.
Sound Knowledge of property laws of development
Confident, influencer and decision maker with drive and tenacity to hit financial targets.
Suitable candidates must to be able to drive and travel throughout the UK and preferably be qualified with a construction degree and be a member of the RICS or wishing to work towards.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated and be required to provide weekly updates and monthly reports in relation to the project’s development.
The Development Manager will ideally be from a care background or have care sector knowledge, ideally in residential, nursing home delivery and Extra Care.

Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’
- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. #MoreToMurphy
A day in the life of a Murphy Senior Utility Surveyor

- Undertaking of high-quality utility surveys in a variety of environments using the latest EM and GPR technologies and equipment available.
- Site visits and client meetings to assist in job quotations and tendering stage of larger projects.
- Advising projects in the wider business on best survey methods to meet project requirements.
- Handling, processing, and interpreting geospatial data within the sub-surface environment
- Supporting other team members and survey specialisms of the Geomatics team as and when required.
- Using your survey knowledge and experience to help influence, shape and evolve the utility survey capability as a core service within the geomatics team to sit alongside the other established survey specialisms.
- Engaging with and developing your own skillsets in similar survey specialisms to be able to provide project support to other team members as and when required, such as 3D Laser Scanning, UAV Surveying, Rail Surveying & Monitoring, Dimensional Control & Setting Out.
- QCF3/QCF5 highly desirable but not a requirement
- Strong knowledge of the principles and practices of GPR and underground surveying
- Ability to use EML and GPR with high proficiency
- Understanding and knowledge of PAS128
- Ability to understand and analyse asset owner record drawings


Still interested, does this sound like you?

- Practically minded: good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively
- Strong leadership skills, willing to work as a team to achieve objectives
- Possess the ability to manage your own workload effectively and to work with autonomy and/or as part of a team.
- Experience in using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and/or N4ce
- Site experience working across a range of different infrastructure, including Gas above ground installations (AGIs), High Voltage Substations, clean water and wastewater treatment sites, rail. (Desirable but not a requirement)

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways - Bury St Edmunds

Are you a highly experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering successful highways projects?

We are seeking a motivated and driven individual to join our team in Bury St Edmunds, working on a range of exciting and challenging projects involving highway improvements and maintenance.

About the Role:

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the successful financial management and delivery of our projects. You will provide commercial leadership and guidance, ensuring cost-effective delivery within budget. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining detailed cost plans, estimates, and budgets.
• 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.
• Mentoring and guiding junior members of the Quantity Surveying team.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale 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 lead and motivate a team.
• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) is essential.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding opportunity to work on a range of exciting and complex projects.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a highly experienced and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering successful highways projects and making a difference, 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!

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.

Quantity Surveyor - Highways & Civil Works - Bury St Edmunds

Are you a skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in both highways and civil works?

We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented individual to join our team in Bury St Edmunds, working on a range of exciting and challenging projects involving highway improvements, maintenance, and associated civil works.

About the Role:

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

• Preparing and maintaining accurate cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents for both highways and civil works projects.
• Managing and negotiating contracts with sub-contractors and suppliers for both disciplines.
• Monitoring project costs and identifying potential cost overruns for both highways and civil works components.
• Implementing effective cost control measures for both highways and civil works projects.
• 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 for both highways and civil works.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on highways or infrastructure projects, with experience in civil works such as drainage, earthworks, and site preparation.
• Strong understanding of highway construction principles and practices, as well as civil engineering principles and methods.
• 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 range of exciting and complex projects.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

If you are a skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering successful highways and civil works projects and making a difference, 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!

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.

Job description

Are you looking to take the next step in your Property Management career?
This office is in experiencing significant growth and seeking a vibrant and reliable Property Manager or experienced Leasing Consultant ready for a step up. Our client is committed to nurturing their teams growth, offering numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement.  This is a fantastic opportunity to collaborate in a POD system creating the ultimate expereince for both tenants and landlords. 
About the Role:


Work in a pod of 2, assisting a SPM in managing the portfolio
Focus on the tenant side of the business
Liaise with tenants and manage the repairs process
This is a local portfolio

Who Are We're Looking For:


Previous experience in leasing or managing a property portfolio
Certificate of Registration and working towards your Class 2 licence



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24th September,
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER, FREELTON, ON With community and collaboration at our core, working at Parkbridge is not just a jobits an experience! We strive to embody our corporate values of Community, Authenticity, Respect, and Excellence in our relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners and are looking for individuals with focus, ambition, and drive to join our team. Our Parkbridge team is supported with competitive compensation packages, generous performance-based incentives, GRRSP-matching, health benefits, and paid wellness and volunteer days. If you share our vision to help build memories that will last a lifetime, we encourage you to apply today! Our Assistant Managers are responsible for collaborating with the Property Manager on many facets of the business including, operations, staffing, maintenance and planning at our residential lifestyle properties.  They are ambassadors of the Parkbridge brand, and the heart of our communities.    The major areas of responsibilities
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We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Assistant(Assistant Quantity Surveyor)to play a crucial role in supporting our commercial operations, particularly focusing on capital & lifecycle projects across our PFI estates.This role is perfect for individuals who are adept at balancing financial acumen with effective administrative skills and who have a keen interest in the property and construction sector, ensuring our commercial objectives are met with precision and efficiency.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting our experienced commercial team in providing accurate cost advice and assisting with the maintenance of our annual commercial plans as well as assistance with the financial aspects of our construction projects.

With regular time based from our Salford office it would be beneficial if you were located within the greater Manchester / Greater Liverpool or Cheshire areas or within a reasonable commute.

Due to the nature of the job and our clients’ requirements the role may involve travel to our clients’ sites across the UK, you will however be able to balance your week with home working and Sodexo’s flexible approach to work.

Although you’ll be working to challenging deadlines and juggling multiple priorities; you’ll be supported by a team of experienced professionals who work collaboratively, support each other’s development and who are passionate about what they do and how they do it.You’ll be involved in a variety of project enquiries working with different types of customers with no two jobs being the same!

You can have the confidence that you’ll be supported by your line manager and peers; with constructive input being provided in open forum to negate potential issues.You’ll join a team who deliver to the highest standards and exceptional service to our internal and external clients.

Interviews will be conducted virtually initially, followed by an in-person interview in Salford

What you’ll do:

• Capital and lifecycle project commercial management.
• Assist in managing and updating commercial lifecycle plans for Sodexo PFI estates.
• Maintain good client relations internal and external.
• Present and always provide professional service.
• Perform finance related administration tasks to support commercial operations.
• Record and maintain accurate data, contributing to the overall effectiveness of our commercial strategies

What you bring:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a good attention to detail
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Further education in Business, Building, Finance, Quantity Surveying, or similar field is an advantage.
• Ideally 1 to 2 years’ experience in construction / maintenance / FM environment or within a commercial role.
• Ability to keep focus on day-to-day performance whilst simultaneously pursuing longer-term opportunities.
• ⁠A willingness to learn and develop new skills

What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Performance Bonus
• Contributory pension scheme

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer.We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Quantity Surveyor to join our team at UKPN Services, based in Bury St Edmunds. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £76,229, plus a 3% bonus.

In this role, you will report to the Area Commercial Manager and provide quantity surveying support across long-term contracts and competitively tendered client projects. You will manage all commercial matters, including contract set-up, management, pricing, service delivery, scope change, and dispute resolution, ensuring compliance with standards and maximizing profit delivery.

You will lead a commercial project team, managing clients, sub-contractors, and supplier contracts. Your responsibilities will include preparing and verifying pricing models, tender documentation, and recommendations, as well as collaborating with project managers to ensure projects are managed according to contracts and deadlines.

We offer a range of additional benefits, including annual leave plus bank holidays, a personal pension plan with contributions from UK Power Networks, a tenancy loan deposit scheme, tax-efficient benefits such as a cycle-to-work scheme, a season ticket loan, occupational health support, and discounted access to sports and social clubs.

Join us and be part of a team that values customer obsession, inclusion, agility, and learning. Apply now and take the next step in your career with UKPN Services. The closing date for applications is 18/10/2024. Please see the full job description by clicking apply directing you to our careers page.

Venture Construction are looking for Plant Operator to start on our project in St Pauls, Central London

This project is looking to start ASAP

General Plant Operator duties.

9 Hours paid, CIS Weekly payments & rates are negotiable.

Please apply via email

We are a very busy construction company located in Sutherland Shire seeking an experienced carpenter to join our team.

The work is varied and interesting, ranging from council work to hospitality fit outs/renovations.
Commercial construction experience would be ideal but not essential.
There is excellent potential for growth within the business for the right candidate.
You must be enthusiastic, reliable, honest, committed, and well presented.

Salary $75,000 - $85,000 per annum.

The key responsibilities of this role are:
• Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and moulding
• Measure, cut or shape wood, plastic, and other materials
• Construct building frameworks, including walls, floors and doorframes
• Help erect, level and install building framework
• Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures
• Instruct and direct labourers and other construction helpers

Applicants should possess the following:
• A relevant trade qualification
• A minimum of 2 years of full-time carpentry experience
• Your skill set must include good first and second fix.
• Additional skills in other trade areas would be advantageous.

Please note, we will only make contact with you if we are interested with progressing your application.

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Groundworker needed in Gamlingay, Sandy to start ASAP!

Weekly CIS Payments.

Must have CSCS Card

If interested, please apply via email.

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360 Operator needed in Gamlingay, Sandy to start ASAP!

Weekly CIS Payments.

Must have CPCS Card

If interested, please apply via email.