Section 74 |
| Contact |
Section 74 |
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| Telephone |
020 3300 0074 |
| Email |
utilities@section74.co.uk |
| Website |
http://www.section74.co.uk |
| Address |
Unit 3, Pavillion Business Centre
, 6 Kinetic Crescent
, Enfield
, EN3 7FJ |
| Description |
Section 74: providing specialist construction recruitment within the Utilities and Highways sector.
With a healthy client portfolio ranging from specialist sub-contractors to regional, national and multinational contractors we cover all major infrastructure sectors including clean and waste water, power, gas, telecoms, civil engineering and highway works.
From our North London head office we can provide staff of the highest calibre to all major projects in the South East, East Anglia and the South coast.
Projects include:
Mains Renewal & Rehabilitation, Repair and Maintenance, Metering, Developer Services, Customer / Commercial side Leakage, Pipelines, Emergency Faults, Street Lighting Schemes, Substation Renewals, Faults, Jointing, Testing & Commissioning, Flood Alleviation, Tunnelling and Microtunneling Schemes, Network Upgrades, Term Maintenance, Reinstatement and Highway Construction.
Positions Covered:
Director / Senior Management
Site Management
Commercial Staff
Procurement Staff
NRSWA Office Support
Health & Safety Staff
Environmental & Quality Staff
Planning Staff
AutoCAD / Draughtspersons
Utility / Land Surveyors
Authorised Personnel (Gas / Electricity)
Civil Engineering Personnel |
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| Job Title |
Planner |
| Location |
East London, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£23000 - £25000/annum |
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| Job number |
127174644 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:05) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Our client is a multi-disciplinary Utilities and Civil Engineering contractor operating in the South East. Due to new and existing contracts they require a competent Planner with prior planning experience within Utilities.
Duties include:
Scheduling work to Engineers / teams
Assigning and dispatching emergency works
Dealing with internal / external planning enquiries and arranging appointments
Ability to organise and manage priorities
Updating internal systems e.g. JMS and Vistec
The role will be based in East London and offering a very competitive salary plus benefits.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
The Recruitment Team |
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| Ref no |
NM115S74 |
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| Job Title |
Senior Estimator |
| Location |
South East, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£40000 - £60000/annum |
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| Job number |
127173856 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:05) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Job Purpose
To prepare high quality winning bids to our gas and water customers that maximise profit and deliver value bids to customers having considered all the key risks.
Duties & Accountabilities
Initial assessment of tender documents and outline of project requirements. Confirm decision to tender and complete Bid Appraisal Form, where required/applicable. Assess need for commercial review of tender documents.
Preparation of sub-contract and material enquiries and allocation of suppliers/providers. Arrange for dispatch and analyse quotes received.
Preparation of estimate build-ups and take-offs, comprising Labour, Plant & Transport requirements, outputs and programme of works based on site assessment. Discuss and agree with Project Manager, including Prelims, qualifications and clarifications.
Adjudicate tender with responsible Director or his appointed person (and where required Contract/Project Manager) agree changes and tender mark up. Assess proposed qualifications. Complete / sign off tender analysis form and copy to relevant parties.
Follow up tender submission to try to ascertain sufficiency / competitiveness of “Won / Lost” bids, and opportunities for improvement of “Win” position on future bids.
Continuous assessment of tendering process and updating of L, M, P, T, & S/C rates / information, and also prelims (staff costs, etc.).
Development of other Estimators and setting of objectives.
To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade and nature of the post.
Working Relationships
Supervising Responsibility for: Estimators, Junior Estimators
Liaison with:
Internal - Bid team, Directors, Managing Director, Commercial teams
External - Clients
Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required
HNC in Building or Civil Engineering
Degree in Building, Civil Engineering or Building Economics
ARICS, MCIOB or ICES status
Minimum 5 years’ proven experience
Successful track record of managing profitable tenders to £15m Competitive tenders, design and build, two stage
Building and Civils Experience
Thorough understanding and use of a variety of contractual forms
Familiarity with tender processes and proposals management
Best practice and standards in respect of estimating procedures
Understanding of specific priorities relating to procurement and management of building and / or civil engineering work
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Shane McKinney |
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| Ref no |
SMK111S74 |
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| Job Title |
Commercial Manager - Multi Utilities |
| Location |
South East, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£70000/annum |
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| Job number |
127173834 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:05) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Commercial Manager - Multi Utilities
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the implementation of all Policies and Procedures relating to all pre and post contract commercial activities within the division.
Duties & Accountabilities
Set Commercial strategy within the division
Risk management
Implementation of commercial policies
Cash management and profitability of projects
Developing relationships with clients/supply chain/professional team
Manage dispute resolution
Recruitment, training and development of the commercial team
To provide full contractual awareness on both existing and proposed contracts at all stages of contract development.
Provide clear and accurate budgets at tender award for operational teams
Provide monthly financial reports.
Manage the financial position of contract with relation to invoice sales, works in progress, accruals, debts, retentions and cash paid.
Ensure supply chain are managed correctly in relation to all financial, commercial and contractual matters.
KPI
Compliance with the company’s commercial policies and procedures.
Contracts within the Division are accurately reported in compliance with the accounting timetable.
Provide contractual understanding on identified markets and opportunities.
Profitable management of the financial position of the Division.
Working Relationships
Supervising responsibility for a team of 6-8 quantity surveyors at different levels
Liaison with:
Internal – Other Commercial teams, Operations teams, senior Management
External – Client and Supply Chain
Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required
Commercial knowledge and understanding of all forms of contract
Competent and recognised leader
Strong and effective communicator
Experienced and effective negotiator
Significant experience as a Quantity Surveyor
Strong business awareness
Professional qualification desirable
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Shane McKinney |
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| Ref no |
SMK110S74 |
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| Job Title |
Senior Quantity Surveyor |
| Location |
North West London, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£40000 - £60000/annum |
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| Job number |
127173075 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:05) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Job Purpose
To provide the accurate and timely monitoring of designated contracts performance in relation to financial and contractual matters, in accordance with policies and procedures.
Health, Safety & Environment
Be familiar with, and demonstrate commitment to, the requirements of the Health & Safety and Environmental Policies
Implement the relevant requirements of the SMS and EMS within their area of responsibility
Ensure that their staff receive or have access to copies of the Environmental Policy and are kept informed of environmental developments and issues
Ensure that the Environmental Policy and appropriate parts of Environmental Procedures are effectively communicated to the workforce, particularly to those engaged on activities that have been identified as likely to have a significant environmental impact
Principle Duties & Accountabilities
Knowledge & understanding of obligations under the Contract
Experience of tender build up
Agree and implement commercial strategy in consultation with Commercial Manager/Construction Manager/Project Manager
Forecast Value & maximise Value Recovery
Identify & implement cash strategy
Administer contract records
Interact with Buyer/Project Manager to maximise Commercial recovery
Undertake procurement when necessary
Manage Subcontract order documentation & accounts
Produce CVR monthly
Adhere to management plan procedures
Measurement and valuation
Production of Loss and Expense claims
Production of Final Accounts
Ensure that the supply chain is paid in accordance with the contract
Knowledge and understanding of subcontracts e.g. DOM1, DOM2
Maximise value recovery Prepare submissions for dispute resolution
Key Performance Indicators
Ensure designated contracts have a budget agreed by the Managing Surveyor
Responsible for the financial and contractual tracking of each contract
To prepare accurate monthly reports in accordance with the accounts timetable.
Ensure contracts are managed in accordance with financial processes and procedures
Responsible for all contractual correspondence on each contract
Develop junior members of the commercial team
Key Working Relationships
Supervising responsibility for commercial staff
Liaison with:
Internal – operational teams
External - clients, suppliers, Subcontractors, designers, consultants
Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required
A comprehensive level of commercial experience preferably gained within a contracting organisation.
BSc or HND in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subject
Preferably qualified - ICES or RICS accreditation
Self motivated and confident
Financially astute
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Shane McKinney |
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| Ref no |
SMK107S74 |
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| Job Title |
Construction Manager |
| Location |
South East, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£35000 - £40000/annum |
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| Job number |
127173063 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:05) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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OUR CLIENT is a major Civil Engineering company with a National presence. Due to new contracts being awarded our client requires experienced Construction managers / Supervisor to run this successful contract. If you have experience with dealing & managing Civil projects successfully please apply.
Requirements:
- Oversee 4 National teams coordinating works
- Health & Safety and responsible
- Liaising with Clients & Contractors
- Organising Logistics
- Responsible for Quality issues
Previous experience required:
- Motorway Communication Works
- Previous experience with the Highways Agency
- NRSWA Civils Experience
- Knowledge of Chapter 8
The salary offered is between £35-40k + Car / Allowance + Mobile / Laptop + Profit related Bonus and based in the South East region.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Contact the team |
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| Ref no |
NM110S74 |
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| Job Title |
NRSWA Administrator |
| Location |
Essex, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£18000/annum |
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| Job number |
126150700 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:04) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Our client is looking for a NRSWA Administrator to join their Essex operation. The successful individual will be responsible for assisting the management and administration of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 on behalf of the Contractor.
Your main responsibility will be working within a team ensuring that all department areas and sub-contractors are working within the Traffic Management Act.
You will also be carrying out the following duties:
- Opening and Closing of Notices
- Reporting defects
- Liaising with Local authorities
- Monitoring and co-ordination of road works
- Analyzing defect notices
- Administrative duties
- Identifying and cancelling defect notices
- Responding to section 74 charges
You should have good administrative skills, including computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc). You must have a relevant NRSWA certification and a good understanding of current NRSWA legislation. Ideally you will have experience of working for a similar contractor.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Contact the team |
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| Ref no |
NM108S74 |
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| Job Title |
NRSWA Administrator |
| Location |
East London, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£18000 - £20000/annum |
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| Job number |
126150696 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:04) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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Our client is looking for a NRSWA Administrator to join their East London operation. The successful individual will be responsible for assisting the management and administration of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 on behalf of the Contractor.
Your main responsibility will be working within a team ensuring that all department areas and sub-contractors are working within the Traffic Management Act.
You will also be carrying out the following duties:
- Opening and Closing of Notices
- Reporting defects
- Liaising with Local authorities
- Monitoring and co-ordination of road works
- Analyzing defect notices
- Administrative duties
- Identifying and cancelling defect notices
- Responding to section 74 charges
You should have good administrative skills, including computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc). You must have a relevant NRSWA certification and a good understanding of current NRSWA legislation. Ideally you will have experience of working for a similar contractor.
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Contact the team |
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| Ref no |
NM107S74 |
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| Job Title |
NRSWA Administrator |
| Location |
London, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£16000 - £18000/annum |
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| Job number |
126150695 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:04) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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The ideal candidate will be able to ensure the business unit stays in line with NRSWA regulations and promotes a positive image for the company.
Your key tasks will be to deliver Street Work Noticing Administration, ie unplanned faults or planned connections, all stages of Street Work notice requests and keeping accurate records of costs.
You will also possess a sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and Street Works Noticing
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| Job type |
Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Contact the team |
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| Ref no |
NM106S74 |
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| Job Title |
NRSWA Co-ordinator |
| Location |
London, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£18000 - £20000/annum |
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| Job number |
126150694 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:04) |
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| Agency/Employer |
Section 74 |
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Description
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You will be responsible for ensuring all street work construction activities are undertaken in accordance with all provisions under the New Roads and Street works Act. As part of a team of Co-ordinators the role is to deliver administrative street work requirements for all street work activity conducted by our Client.
Duties will include:
- Opening, monitoring and closing of Street Work notice requests in strict accordance with Street Works legislation.
- Contributing towards ambitious annual targets for delivery performance for the Street Works Noticing team measured in terms of the number NRSWA fines and the value agreed with Local Authorities / Highway Authorities.
The ideal candidate will be NRSWA Certified, have a Good background in Highways or utilities contracting with a Working knowledge of administrative procedures. You will need to be fully I.T literate
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Permanent |
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N/A |
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| Contact name |
Contact the team |
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| Ref no |
NM105S74 |
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| Job Title |
NRSWA Administrator |
| Location |
Kent, South East |
| Salary/rate |
£18000/annum |
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| Job number |
126150689 |
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| Posted |
05/09/2008 (18:04) |
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