Total 11 Construction / Property job vacancies in Salford Quays

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor who is ready to make the step up?

Do you want to work on projects you're proud to be a part of?

Do you want to make the steps to your next rewarding career?

This is a MUST READ!

This is a great opportunity, working alongside a great team with fantastic mentors to learn from. There is a strong pipeline of projects and the opportunity to develop to be the best in your field.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for procurement and management of most packages
• Preparing CVR's
• Will be overseeing and mentoring junior staff

This major contractor is looking for:

• At least 3+ years experience working within a QS position, for a tier 1 or 2 or main contractor
• Excellent communication skills
• Enthusiastic
• Team Player
• Driven
• Knowledge of both JCT & NEC form of contracts

If you're interested in the position above and feel that you're the right fit, then please reply to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV.

Or, you can reach out to Sam from the Brighton office to find out more.

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

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor (senior)

Division: UK Construction

Location: Manchester

Salary & Package: Very Competitive

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor!

Projects on average will range between £10m - £40m across the various sectors: Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial schemes.

Duties:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome.
• Manage the project commercial team

Requirements:

• Main contractor experience as the QS / SQS
• Experience of NEC / JCT form of contracts
• Experience on projects ranging between £10m to £40m
• Based in Manchester and or surrounding areas

Interested in the opportunity above?

Please contact Sam today.

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

Teaching Personnel's PWR Team are currently recruiting for a Construction Teacher to work in a Salford Alternative Provision.



Start date: ASAP



The Role:
- Delivering engaging and practical construction lessons
- Guiding students in developing essential skills like carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work
- Preparing students for industry-recognised qualifications
- Collaborating with colleagues to create personalised learning plans
- Fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:
- Relevant trade qualifications or teaching qualifications (QTS desirable)
- Experience working with young people, ideally in an alternative provision setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A passion for hands-on learning and a commitment to student success

The Benefits:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Dedicated consultant
- Access to CPD courses

To Apply:

Please send CV's today

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Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Division: UK Construction

Location: North West

Salary & Package: Very Competitive

Projects on average will range between £10m - £50m across the various sectors: Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial schemes.

Duties:

• Exposure to the full project lifecycle with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery
• Working alongside the project delivery team, to ensure the contractual control and cost management of projects across different sectors
• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts from procurement to interim and final account agreement
• Being involved with the final account negotiation to ensure the best possible outcome
• Manage junior Surveyors

Skills & experience:

• Main contractor experience as the SQS within the Construction space
• Experience of different contract forms
• Experience on projects ranging between £10m to £50m
• Experience in establishing, managing and leading a large project team

Interested in the opportunity above?

Please contact Sam from the Brighton office today.

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

Building Surveyor

Working Hours: 36 per week

Grade: 4A £40,221 - £43,421

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Salford Civic Centre, Swinton

About us

Salford has changed and is continuing to change at the heart of our approach are ambitious plans to transform Salford into a modern global city where we can all make a real difference to the lives of Salford people. As a people centred and values-based organisation Salford really is a great place to work. With a positive permission culture and can-do approach, we embrace innovation and encourage performance.

We currently have an exciting vacancy within our Building Surveying team to enable us to continue to build on our success and also bring new experience, knowledge and ideas into the team.

We provide a supportive, flexible and engaging environment and promote job satisfaction for our staff, who in turn deliver high quality services to the people of Salford.

We are responsible for the design and delivery of a large and varied portfolio of exciting building related projects across the City of Salford.

We deal with schools, social care premises, non-housing buildings, leisure buildings and listed historic buildings, etc. You will also work with our Mechanical and Electrical Engineers as part of a design team approach to refurbishment projects that reduce carbon.

About you

Your style and approach will reflect our values: you will be passionate about what you do always striving to improve things; valuing and respecting others’ contribution, you will work together to deliver a better service; you will take pride in always getting things right first time and learn from when things do go wrong; you will enjoy taking personal responsibility to resolve issues and change what you do and how you do it to make a difference.

You will bring the Knowledge and capability of a degree qualified building surveyor who will benefit from our highly diverse workload and exciting challenges which we embrace within our experienced team of building surveyors.

About the role

As a surveyor working with the Building Surveying Team you will assist in the undertaking of feasibility studies, conceptual, preliminary and detailed design including preparation of CAD drawings, procurement and supervision of the construction of a range of building projects.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please apply with your CV and expression of interest (which should be no more than two sides of A4), outlining your attributes and skills in-line with the role profile

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Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You’ll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you here!

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We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please click here.

Role Profile

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.

This role is known internally as “Unadopted Infrastructure Officer.”
Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Assets team, you’ll provide a high quality commercial asset management service, inspecting and coordinating remedial and planned works to unadopted infrastructure – which includes, but isn’t limited to; street lighting, highways, garage sites, shops, and other commercially let assets.
Why ForHousing?
• Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
• Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer.
• Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.

What you’ll be doing:
• Dealing with on-site issues including raising repairs, key management, abandoned vehicles, fly tipping, and blocked drains.
• Resolving land-related anomalies relating to ForHousing assets, by taking measurements and liaising with tenants and other stakeholders.
• Supporting the preparation of lease agreements and garden tenancy agreements.
• Informing tenants and private stock owners of their legal and tenancy responsibilities in relation to their land.
• Maintaining, gathering, analysing, and providing relevant data both manually and on computer systems.

What we’re looking for:
• Housing qualifications or experience would be ideal.
• Knowledge of asset management in a social housing context.
• Organisational, data collection, and contract management skills.
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We especially welcome applicants from the Armed Forces community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.

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Our client based in Manchester are currently recruiting for Consultant Quantity Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, hybrid, permanent role offering £40,000 per year.

The purpose of the role is to provide a Quantity Surveying / Employer's Agent services across a range of projects delivered by Identity Consult and be responsible for all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Act as lead Consultant under supervision of a Senior Consultant or above, in the delivery of projects both pre and post-contract across a number of sectors relevant to the individual;
• Undertake all aspects of financial management of projects;
• Preparation of appointments and contracts for commissions;
• Ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets and the appropriate quality standards;
• Preparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
• Contract and dispute advice;
• Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification;

Requirements:

• Degree in quantity surveying or HNC in Building Studies;
• Demonstration of significant commitment towards personal professional development;
• A candidate not possessing the qualifications listed above but with a substantial and clearly established track record of success in a relevant field may also be considered;
• Must have a driving licence and have access to own car.

If interested or want to know more, please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk

Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our Assets team, you’ll undertake a variety of asset surveys to inform strategic investment planning, diagnose defects, scope works, and prepare specifications. You’ll manage and coordinate delivery of investment and regeneration projects from inception, through pre-contract, to completion.
Why ForHousing?
• Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
• STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
• Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
• Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
• Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.

What you’ll be doing:
• Carrying out surveys, preparing budget estimates, specifications, schedules, and bills of quantities.
• Liaising with colleagues, customers and stakeholders on all matters relating to responsive, planned, and servicing activities.
• Commissioning and procuring consultants and contractors to provide specialist services.
• Preparing reports, statistical returns, and monitoring information.
• Supervising repair work, and certifying accounts for this work.

What we’re looking for:
• Have or be working towards a HNC or HND in Building or Building Surveying.
• A member of, or working towards being a member of, CIOB, RICS, or CIBSE.
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We especially welcome applicants from the Armed Forces community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if enough suitable applications are received.

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Position Overview:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial success of our projects. You will be responsible for managing and optimising project costs, working alongside our construction teams to guarantee that we deliver exceptional homes to our customers. This is a fantastic opportunity to be an integral part of shaping the future of the housing market in the North West.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Management: Effectively manage project budgets, costs, and expenses, ensuring that they align with project specifications and financial objectives.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants to secure competitive pricing.
• Budget Analysis: Prepare detailed financial reports and forecasts, and provide regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance: Monitor and assess the quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks to project budgets and schedules.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a focus on new build housing.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software for quantity surveying.

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.

An opportunity to add value within this underwriting position, at this Global Insurer in the city of Manchester which offers future long term progression.

Seeking an Insurance Professional that is looking to move into underwriting dealing with risks such as Construction, Engineering & Technology. You will be underwriting specialist risks, so experience working on different policies in a fast paced environment would be beneficial. We are looking to hear from you if you have either insurance experience from either an Insurer or Broker.

As a Specialist Underwriter, you will be working alongside your peers where you provide effective administrative and underwriting support. You will assist in writing new business policies as well as cross selling with new and existing clients through their e-trading platform managing the process from start to finish.

In return, you will receive an excellent salary along with market leading benefits. Flexible/Agile working will be offered as well.

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