Total 10 Construction / Property job vacancies in Ashford, Kent

Your new company
As a Building Surveyor in this organisation, you'll ensure properties are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose, making a tangible difference in people's lives. You'll work on a variety of projects, all while contributing to a meaningful cause.
Your new role

• Support the Building and Estates Surveyors in managing the property portfolio, including legal matters, negotiations, and site supervision.
• Regularly check service quality, schedule repairs, and maintenance.
• Help develop and implement accommodation strategies to ensure cost-effective, operationally suitable buildings.
• Work on new property developments, including finding premises, liaising with stakeholders, and managing data during acquisitions.
• Prepare work schedules, contract specifications, and tenders, supervise sites, and approve payments.
• Stay updated on H&S legislation, review risk assessments, and ensure safe practices.
• Ensure all properties meet compliance requirements and conduct regular quality checks.
• Develop and manage a contractor network, prepare work schedules, and supervise and approve maintenance work.
• Assist in preparing property-related budget data.
• Carry out general duties, such as contributing to policy development, attending meetings, and performing other relevant tasks.

What you'll need to succeed
Building surveying degree.
Previous experience working on residential and commercial properties.
Own a car and are willing to travel.


What you need to do now
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About Us


Bexley is an outer London Borough with the best of both worlds, located between the hustle and bustle of London and the Garden of England, Kent. Within the borough we have award-winning parks, open spaces and listed heritage sites.

About the Role


We are looking for a dedicated Estates Surveyor to join our Assets, Property & Facilities Management Team. In this role, you will support the Council’s strategic objectives by providing a wide range of valuation, estate management, and other professional services. The successful candidate will contribute to managing the Council’s asset portfolio effectively, focusing on identifying and delivering key property-related projects.

Main Responsibilities

Undertake valuations, development appraisals, and prepare business cases to assist senior managers in their decision-making process.

Support the Council’s growth strategy by managing property-related projects, including the negotiation of property transactions with private landowners.

Provide professional advice on property-related issues, ensuring compliance with legal documents and legislation.

Identify opportunities to maintain the Council’s financial stability through effective use and management of the Council’s property assets.

Conduct comprehensive reviews of the Council’s property portfolio to identify opportunities for service improvement, financial gain, and regeneration benefits.

Work with partner organisations and Council departments to achieve common goals and support project implementation.


We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document.


Candidate Profile


We are committed to fostering growth and development for all employees at every stage of their careers. The successful candidate should have:

Chartered membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Proven commercial property experience, with a track record in estate management, development appraisals, and valuations.

Experience in managing property-related projects with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to produce accurate reports and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Proficiency in using property-related IT systems and software.

Benefits and Working Arrangements:

Flexibility to work from home and on-site (1-2 days per week).

Access to ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for career progression.

Weekly well-being drop-in sessions and access to the Employee Assistance Programme.

If you have a passion for estates management and want to be part of a forward-thinking team making a positive impact in Bexley, we want to hear from you.


For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.


Additional Information



As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@bexley.gov.uk.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job Ref: 4629267

Job Title: Assistant/Junior or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Sittingbourne

Start: December 2024 or January 2025
Company Type: Sittingbourne based Civils Contractor working on new build steel-frames and civils packages ranging in value from £30,000 - £7.5million.

We currently have a vacancy for an Assistant/Junior or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor for a Sittingbourne based Civils Contractor, starting in December 2024 or January 2025

To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4629267 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 4629267

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Job title: Quantity Surveyor (Planned/SHDF Works)

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 (DOE) + Car package

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required.

Responsibilities:

As Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will be a vital member of the team, and will work with your colleagues and the client to:

• Support project delivery whilst achieving target margins


• Ensure all necessary contractual processes have been observed, notices issued, records kept and documents stored


• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, consultants, subcontractors and your colleagues across the Property Services pillar


• Prepare and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts including all necessary measurement


• Make sure any agreement of variations with the supply chain is documented and recorded

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment


• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)


• Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts.


• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records


• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.


• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals


• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.


• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Kent
£65,00 - £70,000 + package
Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

The Role:

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following;

• Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyor's
• Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors
• Set up job files and all necessary records
• Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts
• In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment
• Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries
• Assess and cost variations to contract
• Update and maintain records
• Assist with contract valuations
• Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience of managing QS's
• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment
• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)
• Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts.
• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records
• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals
• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Job title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + Car allowance

Location: Kent

Repairs & Maintenance

Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Kent area that are looking for a brand new Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved.

You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required.

Responsibilities:

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will be a vital member of the team, and will work with your colleagues and the client to:

• Support project delivery whilst achieving target margins


• Ensure all necessary contractual processes have been observed, notices issued, records kept and documents stored


• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, consultants, subcontractors and your colleagues across the Property Services pillar


• Prepare and negotiate interim valuations and final accounts including all necessary measurement


• Make sure any agreement of variations with the supply chain is documented and recorded

To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment


• Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side)


• Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records


• Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.


• Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals


• Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline.


• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation.

If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.

Your new company
My clients are leaders in surveying and property management with over 40 years of industry expertise, offering precise, dependable, and timely services tailored to clients' unique needs. Their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and customer satisfaction is unwavering.


Your new role
You are a skilled Building Surveyor with a degree in Building Surveying who wants to join a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience of writing specification reports and managing maintenance and planned work for a portfolio of 3,000 properties across the Southeast. This role requires a team player who can work effectively with property managers and adapt to a hybrid working pattern.


What you'll need to succeed
Experience to;
* Conduct detailed building surveys and prepare comprehensive specification reports.* Oversee and manage maintenance and planned work for a diverse property portfolio.
* Collaborate closely with property managers for seamless property management.
* Utilise the latest technologies and industry best practices.
* Provide expert advice to various stakeholders.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

What you'll get in return
* Competitive salary and benefits package.* Flexible hybrid working pattern.
* Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio, including new builds, heritage buildings, conversions, and housing estates.
* Professional development and career advancement opportunities.


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call 07488 312 618 now.
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.

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An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established company

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive Salary, Negotiable Depending on Experience.
Location: Deal, Kent CT14.
Schedule: Monday – Friday.

About The Company:

Providing groundworks and civil engineering services for maintenance and new installations, the company work for private, commercial and public clients across Kent and the South East. They deliver projects large and small from public highways and housing developments to private residential builds and home improvement projects.

They are now looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

About The Role:

The Quantity Surveyor will work as part of the Commercial Management team to ensure the prompt financial completion of projects throughout schemes in the South East.

Duties:
• Providing commercial support for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects
• Understand the contractual requirements of project documents including the roles and responsibilities of all involved
• Liaise with the client, client representatives and other 3rd parties on commercial issues
• Manage the client to receive information required, e.g. Payment Certificate, variation instructions, etc
• Cost management for project/section of works, identify and pricing variations
• Understand forecast cost to completion
• Preparation of interim valuations and final accounts
• Risk and opportunity management for project/section of works
• Management of known and newly identified risks and opportunities
• Identification and implementation of mitigation measures
• Ensure all involved in procurement for project understand allowances for items they are responsible for and the procedures to be followed
• Negotiate agreements including interim and final accounts
• Prepare monthly forecasts

Candidate Requirements:
• A qualified/experienced Senior QS with at least 5 years’ experience in the industry
• A qualified/experienced Intermediate level QS with at least 3-5 years of industry experience
• With an already confirmed order book ahead of us, progression would be on the horizon for the right candidate. Ideally, we are seeking someone with a Groundworks background
Skills & Attributes:

• HND in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subject
• Demonstrable commercial experience, preferably within Civil Engineering/Groundworks
• Good communication and negotiation skills


If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.


The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications.

Your new company
This well-established, growing multidisciplinary consultancy is redefining the landscape of built environments with innovation expertise and a commitment to excellence. Based in Kent with multiple offices, they bring together talented professionals across fields to deliver impactful, sustainable projects that make a difference in communities. They have a vibrant team in Kent and driven by their core values of integrity, creativity and collaboration, ensuring every project not only meets but exceeds clients' expectations.


Your new role
The role encompasses a mixture of traditional building surveyor and project management across a variety of different sectors. As a building surveyor, you will be joining a vibrant team and have knowledge of Asbestos management duties, H&S legislation and CDM Regulations. This role requires experience in management of small to large sized projects, identifying building defects and preparing specifications. You will be working on current projects including fire cladding remediation, blue light refurbishments, extensions & refurbishment of schools, colleges, universities and other Public Sector Buildings.


What you'll need to succeed
Working knowledge of IT systems and software such as MS Project, Office, & AutoCAD.Work well within a team
Knowledge of the JCT forms of ContractBachelors or equivalent degree in Building Surveying and/or HNC/HND
Full Member of the RICS or actively seeking.You will also need a fully valid UK Driving Licence and be prepared to undertake DBS/Security clearance as a prerequisite.


What you'll get in return
Competitive salary
Payment of relevant professional subscription memberships
Private healthcare
Up to 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays with the option of holiday buying or selling.
Enhanced pension contributions
Enhanced family benefits


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Rachel Knight, or call 07488 312 618 now.
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.

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Southern Education Recruitment (SER) are currently supporting a College in Tonbridge with their Construction Lecturer cover need. Please read below for more details on the role:

Where you’ll work: On site at the college’s Tonbridge Campus
Hours and duration: Currently in need of cover full-time 5 days per week until end of the academic year.

Your pay: £163.47 (£25.15 pr hr)

Essential skills and knowledge required in at least one but desirable in all following trades: Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrics

Qualifications or experience requirements: A teaching qualification would be desirable but not essential. Experience within the Construction industry and having supported apprenticeships/ training up of new workers essential. We are looking for someone with the confidence and know how to be able to teach young people the skills of your trade in order to gain a qualification and opportunities to work in their chosen field.

About the organisation:
Based in Tonbridge, the college are a small campus part of a national not-for-profit business group providing an alternative and special education, delivering full and part time provision in Primary, Secondary and College settings for young people with barriers to education or to whom mainstream education is not suitable.

Their programmes and services aim to:
•support and engage young people who display a wide range of complex barriers to education, including those who are excluded or at risk of exclusion and those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or Special Educational Needs,
•help young people to prepare for and support transition and re-engagement back into either mainstream education or employment and training, and
•improve academic attainment, behaviour, self-confidence and self-esteem, enabling young people to realise their full potential.

Their Approach:
The organisation specialises in offering learning and training opportunities for young people outside of a traditional academic environment. They provide their students with a different option – the opportunity to carry on their learning in a smaller, highly supportive environment where the focus is on providing learning and training options to help learners gain the skills, qualifications and experiences needed to achieve your goals in life.

Programmes can be tailored to each learner’s individual needs, education and employment goals, with tutors working with young people to design a tailored learning programme that is matched to their interests and goals. These learning options can include literacy and numeracy skills, work experience, and vocational qualifications, alongside personal and social development, and behaviour, attendance and attainment support.

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV over. All candidates will be subject to the necessary vetting and background checks. Relevant qualifications and experience will be highly beneficial, yet it will be your ability to build relationships and increase pupil attainment and sense of worth that will make you a success.

All candidates must:
•Be able to commit to working the hours specified above.
•Provide an enhanced DBS registered on the update service. If you do not hold a valid DBS be willing to apply for a new DBS. The cost of a DBS is a one-off payment of £48 with an annual subscription of £13 per year to the DBS Update Service.
•If you have been a UK resident for less than 5 years, a right to work visa must be provided and a criminal background check certificate must be provided for any country resided in for 6 months or more within the past 5 years.
•Provide all required documentation (ID, Qualifications)