Total 138 Construction / Property job vacancies in Ashford, Kent, TN25 6BN

The Caretech Group provides care and education to both children and adults in both registered and supported living services to over 5000 service users in over 700 sites nationwide including Wales and Scotland. The care provided is across a number of Operating divisions, including Children’s, Children’s Education Services, Adult Care and day care provision and Specialist Services incorporating Mental Health Services, ABI and other specialist provision.

We are looking for a Capital works Surveyor with proven experience in managing capital investment projects within real estate or property management. This is a full-time position, which requires an experienced and forward thinking individual to join us to deliver an efficient and proactive property management service.

No two days will be the same in this role so enthusiasm, a can-do attitude and a genuine passion for always wanting to go the extra mile will be essential as you’ll take ownership of surveying our properties & delivering Capex works.

The role will require to cover the South and will be hybrid working in our Ashford office.

Candidate profile

• Highly organised and a great communicator, resilient with a flexible approach. A real team player, you should also be:
• Experienced in a similar Capital Works Surveyor Role is required with a background record of delivering projects and maintenance across complex estates
• Suitability qualified to degree level or equivalent professional qualification within a similar environment
• Demonstrable track record of building and construction process including planning, building control with a good working knowledge of other statutory compliance
• Ability to work independently, at pace and under pressure, exercising good initiative and judgement whilst also being comfortable working as part of a team on larger projects
• Experience of contracts, writing schedule of works and the tender process.
• An analytical mind, methodical approach and keen attention to detail and be proficient in excel
• Good prioritisation skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• A basic understanding Knowledge of AutoCad would be beneficial but not essential.
• The flexibility to travel across the location, staying overnight where needed
• This post will require national travel, therefore a car driver is essential.

Note: Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. CareTech is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the Adults, Children and Young People that we support

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!

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 Ref: 4618010

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Westerham

Start: November or December 2024

Projects: Civils upgrades to Water Treatment Plants across Kent and Sussex ranging in value from £1million to £4million

We currently have a vacancy for a Quantity Surveyor to be based in Westerham working in Civils upgrades to Water Treatment Plants across Kent and Sussex ranging in value from £1million to £4million, starting in November / December 2024

To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4618010 in the subject of the email.

For more information on this vacancy, please contact Richard Pitcher on 07842 780 205 and quote job reference number 4618010

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Your new role: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

We are expanding our commercial management team to support National Highways' annual £1bn investment programme to maintain the Strategic Road Network. As part of this, we have exciting opportunities for Assistant Quantity Surveyors to join our team.

You will support (and in some cases lead) commercial and contract management of schemes of value from £1m to more than £30m. The complex nature and diversity of the portfolio ensures the opportunity for you to develop new skills and capabilities, whether you are working towards gaining Chartered Surveyor status, or simply seeking to enhance your experience to date.

The role will be primarily based in our Maidstone office with a requirement to attend other NH Offices / Site when required. In all cases we have a flexible hybrid working approach, meaning the role will be a combination of office/agile home working with a general expectation of office working at least 2 days per week.

What you'll be leading on

• Supply Chain management including sending enquiry documentation, quotation assessment, work order award and instructions to supply chain where required. Supply Chain Payment assessment including all relevant documentation on a monthly basis.
• Assisting in the management of site level change control including early warning and compensation event management and assessment, both to the Client and to the supply chain as necessary.
• Monitor actual cost against targets.
• Manage own portfolio of works under supervision from QS/ SQS.
• Liaising with other departments to ensure that Schemes Tracker is up-to-date, data is accurate and reconciled against other sources.
• Maintain collaborative working relationship with supply chain contractors.

To be successful you'll need

• To have either achieved or be working towards a degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or other relevant technical qualification and/or completion of a formally recognised graduate programme, apprenticeship or similar. Alternatively, you will be working towards a Chartered qualification within a relevant professional organisation, such as RICS, ICES, or equivalent.
• Basic experience of contract administration, desirably using NEC forms of contract.
• Intermediate level MS Excel (basic formula, pivot tables, formatting).
• You will have good written and verbal communication skills enabling you to engage effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of commercial management.

A bit about us

There's never been a better time to join our Commercial Operations team.

We're a growing, vibrant team helping to drive the most ambitious roads investment programme our country has ever seen. You'll be involved in the design of our modern, progressive contracts and partnerships, negotiating best commercial terms, galvanizing innovation and producing smart cost estimates and plans. Building in every opportunity to ensure that our customers and road workers get home safe and well every day while travelling or working on our road network.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Our Client, a well-established, successful and forward-thinking company, looking for an articulate and experienced Chartered Surveyor/RICS Registered Valuer.

The successful candidate will be a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS/FRICS) and an RICS Registered Valuer and be able to show they have extensive valuation and landlord & tenant knowledge within the commercial sector.

Work from home anywhere in Kent, SE London with Competitive salary with an attractive 30% commission

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Parking available when at the office

Health Care, CDP and Long Service Awards

Candidates must hold a clean, full UK driving licence and be able to provide their own or have everyday access to a vehicle (with business insurance) for this role.

Working within the Valuation and Leasehold Department, the role will see you carrying out a range of professional surveying services, including property valuation and Landlord and Tenant advice.

The Person will have up-to-date knowledge of :

• Red Book RICS Valuation maintaining professional standards and complying with its mandatory rules, best practice guidance and related commentary for undertaking asset valuations
• Current RICS legislation
• Current relevant legislation
• RICS Measuring Standards
• Rating Consultancy Code of Practice
• Health and Safety regulations and requirements

Please submit your CV (in Word) and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and explaining why you are interested in this role to a.barnett@newappointmentsgroup.co.uk

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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Highways & Civil Works - West Malling

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

We are seeking a motivated and driven individual to join our team in West Malling, working on a range of exciting and challenging projects involving highway improvements and associated civil works.

About the Role:

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

• Providing commercial leadership and guidance on projects, ensuring cost-effective delivery within budget.
• 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.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large-scale highways or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of highway construction and associated civil works, including earthworks, drainage, and pavement construction.
• 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 highly experienced and motivated Senior 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.

This is a full-time permanent role, working for a well established Lettings department.

The Job

Ensuring that all property management issues are dealt with effectively and efficiently and making sure that we are compliant and act within our own standard operating procedures
Maintain our key register and help manage a database of contractors
Build great relationships with our network of lettings offices and liaise and co-ordinate with them end of tenancy and pre tenancy work
Resolving or escalating any issues promptly
Training and mentoring others
The Person

Property Letting experience is essential for this role
An ability to build great relationships with Landlords and Tenants alike
Fantastic communication skills with a highly organised ability to prioritise what is most important
Able to work under pressure and at pace
A good knowledge of IT skills is essential as is a bright, enthusiastic “can do” attitude
Hours

This will be based on 35 hours per week from Monday to Friday

Benefits

On-site parking available
Generous annual leave
Pension, Life Insurance, Company Rewards and Incentives, Employee Assistance Scheme
Opportunity to work 1 day from home per week after successful probation
Job Type: Full-time

£24,000.00 per year

Property Lettings: 1 year (required)

My client are a medium sized Mechanical Contractor who have 2 offices in Watford and Kent.

They have been operating for over 30 years and now turnover in excess of £6mil a year.

Healthcare Projects are their bread and butter but also get involved in Local Authorities, Education, Restaurant & Retail, Public Buildings projects.

This is a very exciting time to join them, they are constantly winning work, have a full order book and are a cash rich business.

They are seeking a Quantity Surveyor – with 2+ years experience to join the team and work out of either office.

THE ROLE – M&E QUANTITY SURVEYOR

7am – 3.30pm / 8am – 4.30pm for example.

You will be working as the sole M&E Quantity Surveyor in the business, with support from the Directors who also carry out Quantity Surveying duties.

Working across their portfolio of projects, with values ranging from £1mil - £4mil.

They have just won a £4mil Healthcare Project for the successful candidate to get stuck into straight away.

You will be responsible for:

- Producing & Getting Tenders out
- Collating these and then issuing out as a tender pack for submission.


As your role develops, there will be a chance to start building a team around you in the future.

SALARY & PACKAGE

- £35,000 - £45,000
- 20 Days Holiday & 8 Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- WFH option
- Rest of package is negotiable



PLEASE CONTACT SEAN HITCHMAN ON 020 7932 2800 / SHITCHMAN @ RGB.CO.UK

JOB TITLE: Experienced Building Surveyor - MRICS
LOCATION: South East

The COMPANY
Since 1978 our client, a multi-disciplined Structural Engineering practice, have carved a strong niche for themselves, being recognised as one of the UK's preeminent consultancies for dealing with complex and sensitive projects. A reputation they have earned due to the quality of their service and most importantly their staff. In a supportive team atmosphere, my Client was the first organisation in the construction industry to win a Platinum Investors in People Award, they employ talented and ambitious professionals. This client first ethos and commitment to service excellence has been enhanced since joining a complementary legal and professional services PLC which has accelerated their growth offering outstanding career opportunities for ambitious quality professionals.
The majority of their work falls into the following categories;

Insurance
* Design & Contract Administration
* Defect Investigations & Causation Reports
* Cost Advice
* Expert Witness & Liability
* Recovery Claims
* Specialist Claims & Complaints
* Party Wall, CDM, Structural Design
* Statutory Applications
* Listed Buildings
Surveying
* Pre-Purchase Surveys
* Defect Diagnosis & Repairs
* Party Wall
* CDM 2015
* Design & Contract Administration
* Expert Witness
* Cost Advice
* Conservation & Specialist Projects
Engineering
* Structural Investigations
* Expert Witness
* Reinforced Concrete
* Structural Steelwork
* Specialist Timber
* Bridges & Highways
* Refurbishment & Conservation
* New Build & Infrastructure



The ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity for an experience Building Surveyor to forward your career servicing a bulging Client base, predominantly in the high/ultra net worth Insurance sector. Based in South East (Kent, Surrey, Hampshire, etc.) you will be tasked with;


* Project management of building projects, typically £250K-£500K
* Providing complex survey and structural investigations,
* Building adaptation/party wall
* CDM advice
* Expert witness services
* Provide surveying consultancy services on wide range of, primarily residential and commercial buildings, in all forms of materials


The CANDIDATE
Our client is looking for an ambitious candidate possessing the desire to further develop their career within a Building Surveying/Civil/Structural Engineering practice. The right person will have the following experience:

* Experienced Building Surveyor
* Strong academic background
* Relevant industry experience - building repair and refurb
* Good knowledge of current building standards, analysis and codes of practice
* Experience of working to deadlines/within budgets on large scale projects
* Strong project management skills
* A sense of humour
* Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Possessing the desire and talent to forge your career within this dynamic and growing organisation.


This role is commutable from:
Maidstone
Crawley Horsham
East Grinstead
Uckfield
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Sevenoaks
Ashford
Maidstone
Gillingham
Gravesend

ALTERNATIVE JOB TITLES:
MRICS Building Surveyor, Chartered Surveyor, Senior Building Surveyor, Building Surveyor Manager, Senior Building Surveyor, Consultant Surveyor, Head Building Surveyor, Chief Building Surveyor, Structural Surveyor, Building Surveyor

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A new Senior Quantity Surveyor position has just landed in Folkestone! Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you looking to work for a well known civil engineering contractor, who hold an excellent reputation nationwide?

If so, read on ...

Location: Folkestone

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Salary: £60 - 65k (negotiable - depending upon experience)

Randstad CPE Contact: Louise Pridmore (Maidstone branch)

The Projects:

A diverse portfolio of civil engineering schemes ranging from road improvements, concrete repairs & reinstatements, aviation projects, paving repairs, utilities and specialist framework projects. The initial project that you will be working on is a high profile civil engineering project, including some building works too.

The Role:

This is the perfect opportunity working with a well known civils contractor, who hold an excellent reputation nationwide.

This role will be site / office based 5 days a week, with some potential flexibility.

You will be responsible for:

• Procuring sub-contractors, agreeing prices and letting the packages
• Negotiating costs with various parties
• Drawing up contracts (NEC)
• Monthly reporting (CVR)
• Responsible for work package change control and management
• Dealing with any pricing variations
• Responsible for project re-measure
• Preparing final accounts
• Change management
• Managing subcontractors
• Working within an integrated team

Requirements:

• NEC 3 or 4 (Option B and E experience)
• Degree / HND in Quantity Surveying
• Excellent IT and maths skills are essential
• Attention to detail
• Excellent report writing and negotiation skills are essential
• Experience in - highways, bridges, infrastructure, environmental, frameworks and special works

Benefits:

• £60,000 - 70,000 per annum (depending on experience) + package

If this role sounds of interest to you, or if you know someone who may be interested, please apply for more information.

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.

Venture Construction are looking for Industrial pipefitter to start on our project in Margate

This project is looking to start ASAP

General Industrial pipefitter duties.

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

Please apply via email

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

A brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in the industry.

About the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Our client is seeking a dynamic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join this international construction company known for its expertise in delivering high-quality, innovative building projects. They specialise in a wide range of construction services, including residential, commercial and industrial projects.

The responsibilities of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Assist with tenders and procurement processes.
• Provide general administrative support to the site commercial team.
• Assist in the management of project risks and opportunities.
• Assist in preparing costs estimates and financial reports.

Requirements for Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or comparable qualification.
• Understanding and appreciation of achieving the best value outcome
• Ability to utilise past knowledge and experience to minimise risks and maximise opportunities
• Basic ability to read construction and pre-construction programmes
• Sufficient commercial acumen to make considered decisions
• Familiar with and ability to use all MS office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Ability to prepare accurate reports

What we offer for this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role

• Salary up to £25k- £40K
• Great company culture
• Personal development plans and career progression

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Aaron Bauckham in our Brighton Office on abauckham@fr-group.co.uk or call on 07752 467544.

A well-recognised top tier firm in Kent are looking to recruit a new qualified Commercial Property Lawyer to join their team. They continued to be recognised and awarded for their legal excellence in both Chambers and Legal 500 across various departments, as well as lawyers being ranked for their outstanding reputation and high-quality service provided. They are a full serviced firm with multiple offices across Kent with over 100 specialist lawyers across their offices.

The department works with a variety of commercial clients including but not limited to individuals, businesses, house builders and developers, pension funds, restaurants, retailers, lenders, charities, local authorities and other public sector organisations.

You will be working with a collaborative and ambitious team. You will be in a great working environment, surrounded with supportive professionals to enable you to accomplish great achievements in your career.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be a qualified solicitor or legal executive and have experience working in Commercial Property;
• Be commercially aware and have an understanding of the market, its challenges and opportunities;
• A sense of initiative and enthusiasm;
• Able to work well within a team and provide support to other fee-earners as appropriate;
• Confidences and ability to communicate to a high standard;
• Competent IT skills.

The firm offers excellent opportunities for career development and progression. In addition, competitive salaries, a great working environment, and a whole host of benefits, including hybrid working.

Please apply as directed or contact Stephanie Richardson at Search Legal for more information on 07584 104790.

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.

A highly reputable firm are looking for an ambitious Commercial Property lawyer with around 8+PQE to lead the commercial property department to join one of their offices in Kent.

The firm are long established and strongly value the loyalty of their clients and the longstanding relationships they have built. With that in mind, you will be expected to possess the necessary skills to continue working with the existing clients ensuring they are dealt with the same level of high-quality service, as well as have a keen interest in taking an active role in acquiring new business.

The role will see you lead the commercial property department of several lawyers who provide services in relation to sales and purchases (including developments); mortgages; leases, tenancies and licences; options, conditional contracts and overage; planning agreements; and rights and easements. You will be technical strong and have a flair for developing the careers of those more junior than yourself.

To be successful in this role you will be

• To be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with around 8+ PQE;
• Have experience in all areas of commercial property work;
• Will have the necessary skills to progress to a level where they will confidently supervise others and head up the department upon the future retirement of the existing post holder;
• Have a strong work ethic and be prepared to work to work as an integral part of the team;
• Confidence and ability to communicate to a high standard.

They offer competitive salaries, excellent opportunities for career development, and opportunities to progress rapidly to board level, and a whole host of other benefits, including hybrid working.

Training will be offered to enhance your knowledge and required skills. You will have access to Practical compliance training providers.

If you are interested and would like to find out more, please apply as directed or contact Stephanie Richardson on 07584 104 790 or .

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.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

A brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to advance your career and gain valuable experience in the industry.

About the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Our client is seeking a dynamic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join this international construction company known for its expertise in delivering high-quality, innovative building projects. They specialise in a wide range of construction services, including residential, commercial and industrial projects.

The responsibilities of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Assist with tenders and procurement processes.
• Provide general administrative support to the site commercial team.
• Assist in the management of project risks and opportunities.
• Assist in preparing costs estimates and financial reports.

Requirements for Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or comparable qualification.
• Understanding and appreciation of achieving the best value outcome
• Ability to utilise past knowledge and experience to minimise risks and maximise opportunities
• Basic ability to read construction and pre-construction programmes
• Sufficient commercial acumen to make considered decisions
• Familiar with and ability to use all MS office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Ability to prepare accurate reports

What we offer for this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role

• Salary up to £25k- £40K
• A solid pipeline of work throughout multiple sectors
• Great company culture
• Personal development plans and career progression

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Aaron Bauckham in our Brighton Office on abauckham@fr-group.co.uk or call on 07752 467544.