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Building Careers UK

Mark

01695 556800

markharris@buildingcareersuk.com

232a Rainhill Road , Rainhill , Merseyside


Job Title Fire Engineer
Location London, London
Job Number 127274956
Posted 25/05/2012 (16:58)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Fire Alarm Fault Call engineer general spec:

• Day time role
• 4 shift on/4shifts off
• 07:00 – 19:00
• Vehicle supplied
• Company mobile
• Supply own safety boots to EN ISO 20345:2004 or BS EN 345-1:1992 marked with CE.
• Plant such as test equipment and steps will be provided by client
• PPE will be supplied by client

Fire Alarm Fault Call engineer technical spec:

The candidate would ideally need to be conversant with working on the London Underground network and have a good understanding of the following criteria:
• Addressable analogue fire alarm systems
• Loop wiring circuitry
• Fault diagnosis and rectification (panel & field)
• Set up and configuration of loop monitoring / actuation devices
• PA/VA systems
• Damper / Door Control systems
• Linear/Fire Optic/Listec Heat Cable detection systems
• Remote Audible / Visual Driver Unit (R.A.V.D.U.) systems
• Cause and effects tables
• Emergency Do Not Enter (E.D.N.E.) signage systems
• Addressable Main Fire Control Panels (model / manufacturer):
• Kidde – Procyon (MK1), Vega (MK2)
• Kentec – Syncro, Solo, Signifier
• Advanced Electronics Ltd – MX4200, MX4400
• Morley
• Patol

Protocols:
• Hochiki – HRE, ESP
• Apollo – XP95, Discovery
• General Requirements:
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
• Good communication skills
• Accurate / legible paperwork skills for reporting
• Ideally hold City & Guilds or similar in electrical / electronics field
• An appreciation of BS 5839

On offer is an attractive remuneration package and the opportunity to enhance your career with an employer committed to continued professional development.

Building Careers is delighted to have exclusivity on the recruitment for this position.
In the first instance please send your CV together with current remuneration details or call Mike on 01695 556 800.

These are urgent requirements and interviews will be arranged quickly for suitable applicants. This is a real opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a successful, well respected and financially secure company.
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Job Title Electrical Estimator
Location Manchester, Greater Manchester
Job Number 127274820
Posted 24/05/2012 (17:00)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV The Client

With over 25 years of experience and growth behind them, our client has grown to become a leading player in the building services sector and continues to thrive with a turnover of over 10million.

The opportunity

Due to the companies continued success it now seeks to recruit a talented and experienced Electrical Estimator, to work on interesting commercial building services projects which can vary in size and value.
Successful applicants will join a well-established team and must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence the design team on costs and construction options. Experience working on fit out/refurb contracts would be advantageous. Additional skills include relevant estimating software experience.

Your duties will include:
• Working independently within the Estimating department and with colleagues when required to successfully estimate Electrical works.
• Obtain competitive and accurate quotations from Electrical installation & Maintenance specialists who are approved contractors and alternatively search the market for additional suppliers.
• Continuous communication with the Projects Team and Contract Managers.
• Competent when dealing with enquiries and requests

On offer is an attractive remuneration package and the opportunity to enhance your career with an employer committed to continued professional development.

Building Careers is delighted to have exclusivity on the recruitment for this position.
In the first instance please send your CV together with current remuneration details or call Mike on 01695 556 800.

These are urgent requirements and interviews will be arranged quickly for suitable applicants. This is a real opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a successful, well respected and financially secure company.

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Job Title Mechanical Estimator
Location Manchester, Greater Manchester
Job Number 127274819
Posted 24/05/2012 (16:59)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV The Client

With over 25 years of experience and growth behind them, our client has grown to become a leading player in the building services sector and continues to thrive with a turnover of over 10million.

The opportunity

Due to the companies continued success it now seeks to recruit a talented and experienced Electrical Estimator, to work on interesting commercial building services projects which can vary in size and value.
Successful applicants will join a well-established team and must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence the design team on costs and construction options. Experience working on fit out/refurb contracts would be advantageous. Additional skills include relevant estimating software experience.

Your duties will include:

• Working independently within the Estimating department and with colleagues when required to successfully estimate Electrical works.
• Obtain competitive and accurate quotations from Electrical installation & Maintenance specialists who are approved contractors and alternatively search the market for additional suppliers.
• Continuous communication with the Projects Team and Contract Managers.
• Competent when dealing with enquiries and requests

On offer is an attractive remuneration package and the opportunity to enhance your career with an employer committed to continued professional development.
Building Careers is delighted to have exclusivity on the recruitment for this position.

In the first instance please send your CV together with current remuneration details or call Mike on 01695 556 800.

These are urgent requirements and interviews will be arranged quickly for suitable applicants. This is a real opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a successful, well respected and financially secure company.

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Job Title General Foreman
Location Croydon, South East
Job Number 127274679
Posted 23/05/2012 (17:57)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV This market leading Civil Engineering contractor is recruiting for a General Foreman. They have a good presence in the London area and have a number of large sized contracts underway.
This opportunity is for a General foreman with a minimum of 5 Years of experience also having worked for one of the top 10 Main Contractors in the UK holding a minimum CSCS Card. The initial project is a Temporary position the work is located in the South East London Area. You will be required and be expected to have experience to do the following:
•Health & Safety and related environmental issues
•Accurately record site diaries
.Demolition
.Remediation
.Liaising with Clients
.Quality Control

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Job Title Site Engineer
Location Croydon, South East
Job Number 127274678
Posted 23/05/2012 (17:48)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV This market leading Civil Engineering contractor is recruiting for a Site Engineer for their Remediation and Demolition scheme. They have a good presence in the London area and have a number of large sized contracts underway.
This opportunity is for a site Agent/Engineer with a minimum of 5 Years of experience as a Site Agent holding a minimum cscs card and ideally having worked for a top 5 contractor in the last 2-3years. If not, need to be familiar with completing health & safety plans etc. You will be required and be expected to have experience to do the following:
•Setting out
•Producing as built records
•Accurately record site diaries

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Job Title Site Engineer/Agent
Location Croydon, South East
Job Number 127274677
Posted 23/05/2012 (17:46)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV This market leading Civil Engineering contractor is recruiting for a Site Agent/Engineer for their Remediation and Demolition scheme. They have a good presence in the London area and have a number of large sized contracts underway.
This opportunity is for a site Agent/Engineer with a minimum of 5 Years of experience as a Site Agent holding a minimum SMSTS/CCDO and ideally having worked for a top 5 contractor in the last 2-3years. If not, need to be familiar with completing health & safety plans etc. You will be required and be expected to have experience to do the following:
•Leasing with the Client, Project Manager and Design Partners.
•Health & Safety and related environmental issues
•Producing as built records
•Accurately record site diaries
•Ensure all new operatives are inducted by Client safety paperwork briefed & signed for
•Assist with the SAFE delivery of drainage and ducting
•capable of carrying out risk assessments & method statements

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Job Title Contracts Manager
Location Croydon, South East
Job Number 127274675
Posted 23/05/2012 (17:41)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Having originated over 40 years ago, our client is considered one of the fastest growing companies in the Civil engineering industry. The client employs over 40 people their Reputation has grown on providing a cost effective but safe and quality service expanding business across the UK.
We are currently looking to recruit a Contracts manager with experience of working in the Civil Engineering sector. Experience working on Demolition, Ground works and remediation. The role will be based in Croydon; team leader of specific project/projects must be profit accountable and commercially aware of managing project to specified values and time scales. Your duties will include but not limited to:
•Manage all stages of the project process, delivering between 10-15 projects a year.
•Develop and manage production of detailed plans, prelim designs, finalize requirements and make necessary submissions
•Produce method statements, including risk assessments
•Establish/reconcile final target costs, identify contract variations and deliver within budget
•Resolve issues, problems and provide timely reports
.Leasing with the Quantity Surveyor on costs
To be considered candidates should ideally have a degree in civil engineering or similar and will be based around the Sheffield area. Ideal candidates will also have worked for a Main contractor. We are also targeting candidates that can show longevity with individual employers as our client is keen to take someone on that can stay with them for an extended period of time.
Salary levels are negotiable based on experience plus the added benefits of car / car allowance and package. Bonuses will be awarded at the discretion of our client, Successful candidates will have:
•SMSTS
•CSCS
.Excellent client liaison and being eligible to develop customer relationships
•Available references
Our client focuses on staff progression and approaches training with a positive attitude. There may be the opportunity to participate in training/development schemes relevant to the contract and your position if candidates are keen to develop their knowledge and qualifications in this field.

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Job Title Contracts Manager
Location Wakefield, North East
Job Number 127274673
Posted 23/05/2012 (17:36)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Having originated over 30 years ago, our client is considered one of the fastest growing companies in the Civil engineering industry. The client employs over 30 people their Reputation has grown on providing a cost effective but safe and quality service expanding business across the UK.
We are currently looking to recruit a Contracts manager with experience of working in the Civil Engineering sector. Experience working on Demolition, Ground works and remediation. The role will be based in Wakefield; team leader of specific project/projects must be profit accountable and commercially aware of managing project to specified values and time scales. Your duties will include but not limited to:
•Manage all stages of the project process, delivering between 10-15 projects a year.
•Develop and manage production of detailed plans, prelim designs, finalize requirements and make necessary submissions
•Produce method statements, including risk assessments
•Establish/reconcile final target costs, identify contract variations and deliver within budget
•Resolve issues, problems and provide timely reports
.Leasing with the Quantity Surveyor on costs
To be considered candidates should ideally have a degree in civil engineering or similar and will be based around the Sheffield area. Ideal candidates will also have worked for a Main contractor. We are also targeting candidates that can show longevity with individual employers as our client is keen to take someone on that can stay with them for an extended period of time.
Salary levels are negotiable based on experience plus the added benefits of car / car allowance and package. Bonuses will be awarded at the discretion of our client, Successful candidates will have:
•SMSTS
•CSCS
.Excellent client liaison and being eligible to develop customer relationships
•Available references
Our client focuses on staff progression and approaches training with a positive attitude. There may be the opportunity to participate in training/development schemes relevant to the contract and your position if candidates are keen to develop their knowledge and qualifications in this field.

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Job Title Senior Project Manager
Location Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Job Number 127274400
Posted 22/05/2012 (11:31)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Having originated over 100 years ago, our client is considered one of the fastest growing companies in the Civil engineering industry. The client employs over 1000 people their Reputation has grown on providing a cost effective but safe and quality service expanding business across the UK.
We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Project Manager with experience of working in the Civil Engineering sector. Experience working on RC, Drainage, Water and Rail. The role will be based in Sheffield; team leader of specific project/projects must be profit accountable and commercially aware of managing project to specified values and time scales. Your duties will include but not limited to:
•Manage all stages of the project process, delivering between 25 - 35 projects a year.
•Develop and manage production of detailed plans, prelim designs, finalize requirements and make necessary submissions
•Produce method statements, including risk assessments
•Establish/reconcile final target costs, identify contract variations and deliver within budget
•Resolve issues, problems and provide timely reports
.Leasing with the Quantity Surveyor on costs
To be considered candidates should ideally have a degree in civil engineering or similar and will be based around the Sheffield area. Ideal candidates will also have worked for a Main contractor. We are also targeting candidates that can show longevity with individual employers as our client is keen to take someone on that can stay with them for an extended period of time.
Salary levels are negotiable based on experience plus the added benefits of car / car allowance and package. Bonuses will be awarded at the discretion of our client, Successful candidates will have:
•SMSTS (Preferable)
•MICE (Preferable)
•CSCS
•NEBOSH
.Excellent client liaison and being eligible to develop customer relationships
•Available references
Our client focuses on staff progression and approaches training with a positive attitude. There may be the opportunity to participate in training/development schemes relevant to the contract and your position if candidates are keen to develop their knowledge and qualifications in this field.

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Job Title Contracts Manager
Location Maidenhead, London
Job Number 127274300
Posted 21/05/2012 (17:21)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Commercially Aware Contracts Manager

Our client is an Interior Fit-Out contractors dealing in the Design and Build sector of Commercial Fit-Out. Our client prides itself on a personable delivery leading to the majority of work being secured through repeat business.

Typical works undertaken include, but are not limited to; all aspects of Joinery, Ceilings and Partitions, Dry Lining, Decoration and Plumbing of Commercial projects.

Our client is looking for a motivated, well established and commercially aware Contracts Manager to fit into an ever growing organisation with high aspirations. They are looking for a driven individual who will fit into a team to work to a turnover of £5,000,000.

The ideal candidate will be in located in the South East of England and accessible to the M25 ‘circle’. The position will be office based and the applicant will need to have at least 5 years’ experience working within Commercial Fit-Out projects. Successful candidates will need to be self-motivated, dynamic and driven with good inter personal skills. A good eye for detail and finish is essential as our clients work to a very high standards and the level of finish expected on site needs to be perfect.

The role will involve;
•Meeting clients to cost projects by putting together a proposal
•Site Visits
•Health & Safety
•Ordering materials / arranging the labour / financial reporting for the project
•Project management from start to finish ensuring a timely and in budget completion.

The applicant needs be IT literate, a good people manager and communicator, working closely with the clients and site staff. Building a rapport and respect will play and huge part in the job position.

You will be responsible for the safe and profitable delivery of projects under your control, ensuring these projects are completed to the satisfaction of the company and their respective client. Experience of Internal Commercial Fit-Out is essential.

This is a permanent position which requires an experienced and commercially aware Contracts Manager to join a well-established, financially stable contractor who operates within the M25. Salary and package depends on industry experience.
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Job Title BIM Manager
Location Salford, Greater Manchester
Job Number 127274279
Posted 21/05/2012 (15:30)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV My client is a medium sized architectural practice well known for punching above its weight on the national stage. The practice has secured its workload for the long term future and has now committed itself to implementing BIM (Revit) across the practice.

They have a reputation for creating dynamic and innovative design solutions and pride themselves on providing a happy, progressive environment for their staff to work and be creative in.

Recently the employer has committed themselves to building up a BIM capability within the office and training all current and future staff in the use of Revit. They also have a need to maintain standards, develop BIM stategies, liaise with relevant other bodies with regards to BIM (i.e. Structural, M&E), and advise on future use and development.

Your experience:

Your cv must demonstrate the following areas of experience and competency:

* Implement Revit in the workplace including staff training and mentorship.

* Liaising with other organisations and disciplines to ensure fully integrated models are co-ordinated correctly.

*Developing and/or monitoring the development and procurement and use of Families.

*Manage use and distribution of libraries.

* Syncronise various models to check for conflicts throughout projects.

* Determine how parts are integrated.

* Manage the relationship between objects and other data extractions throughout the process.

* Stay in close contact and manage working relationships with design teams, structural engineers and all other related parties in order to maintain an understanding of the constantly changing issues of a project.

* Implement company standards with regards to BIM. This includes potentially checking 2D & 3D models (or having overall responsibility for output), and/or overseeing other senior staff performing these duties.

Qualifications and otherrequirements

•Fully qualified Architectural Technician/Technologist (Preferably BA Architectural Technology)
•At least 4 years experience in implementing BIM.
•At least 4 years experience as BIM manager performing similar roles and duties to thos described above.

•Able to lead and work on your own initiative.

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Job Title Senior Estimator (Build Contractor)
Location Manchester, North West
Job Number 127274199
Posted 19/05/2012 (11:11)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is a well-established and trusted name in construction with more than half a century's experience of exceeding customers' expectations.
Founded in 1950’s, their core values of teamwork, respect, innovation and professionalism have remained at the heart of their ongoing expansion and success.
Their work covers the length and breadth of the UK and they continue to innovate, embracing new partnerships and added value within their service. Their impressive portfolio includes outstanding new builds and refurbishments.
Reporting to the Estimating Manager you will be part of the Estimating team involved in the preparation of tenders for social housing, refurbishment, new build and education projects.

KEY ACCOUNTABLE AREAS:

• Evaluate tender enquiries.
• Implement action plans on target tenders.
• Produce commercially priced Bill of Quantities.
• Submission of tender and priced documents.
• Process tender and analysis.
• Build relationships with external sources.

THIS EXCITING POSITION REQUIRES A PERSON WHO IS:

• Have experience in a similar role.
• A high degree of computer literacy is essential.
• Have a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Experience in Design & Build and Partnering Schemes would be an advantage.
• Experience of Conquest would also be advantageous.

ESTIMATING AND TENDERING
Check tender information
Prepare and send out sub-contract and material enquiries using Conquest enquiry system
Where required produce accurate take off using Conquest ( If outsourced externally – coordinate the information and ensure take – off is complete)
Ability to price bills / schedules analytically and produce quote comparisons using Conquest Estimating software.
Complete tender pricing for adjudication by the tender committee. Including reporting on any risks or onerous conditions and providing winning edge.
Prepare tender letter and contract sum analysis
On secured projects – Prepare information for handover to the contract team including arranging and taking the meeting.

EXPERIENCE
The applicant will ideally have experience pricing refurbishment and social housing schemes through framework agreements and partnering schemes.
New build Housing design and build schemes
Education and public buildings design and build schemes

On client is also offering a very attractive salary, bonus, pension, health care, training & holidays


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Job Title Aftercare/Defects Manager
Location North West, North West
Job Number 127273997
Posted 17/05/2012 (16:33)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is a national construction business delivering projects varying in size from £1m - £25m across a wide range of industries in both public and private sector. They understand that developing excellent client relationships is essential to repeat business which is evident in the number of appointed frameworks.
They currently have a requirement for an experienced Aftercare Manager to control and coordinate the defects period and works that need actioning, achieving client satisfaction throughout the Defects period.
The successful candidate will be ideally from a trade background with good communication & IT skills and have experience working for a main building contractor in a similar capacity. Key duties include:
•Ensure that defects are responded to appropriately and works are to the highest standards possible
•Liaise with commercial team to ensure that works are either charge appropriately or dealt with under the relevant contract
•Visit sites under construction to monitor quality of installation details
•Knowledge sharing with all staff regarding arising defects in order to prevent future problems
•Coordinate subcontractors to carry out repairs as necessary
•Understand construction methods and details
•Complete monthly post contract reports

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Job Title Project Manager
Location Fareham, Hampshire
Job Number 127273978
Posted 17/05/2012 (15:25)
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DescriptionRegister your CV Project Manager

Our client are established some 70 years and have built up a successful construction business by developing solid relationships with clients through going out of their way to understand and respond quickly and professionally to their needs. They operate throughout the UK turning over circa £100m secured either via frameworks or repeat business for both the private sector clients including Leisure, Industrial and Commercial.

Due to an increase in workload they currently have a requirement for a Project Manager to join the team on a high rise Student Accommodation project in Portsmouth. Experience of high value new build contracts is essential.

The successful candidate should ideally be based in close proximity to the project and must have prior experience of building large prestigious schemes and ideally high rise accommodation. The project is for 12 months and is of steel frame construction.

You will be asked to have a proactive role in management of site productivity, project progress deadlines, budgets and sub-contractors. You must have good communicational skills and be able to develop excellent client relationships as you will be dealing with them on a daily basis.In addition, successful candidates will:

•Likely to be educated to HNC or equivalent NVQ level in building.
•Possess suitable H&S qualifications including First Aid, CSCS and SMSTS
•Possess relevant experience in managing major construction works
•Be familiar with the full construction ‘delivery’ process from design through to completion
•Possess experience of managing design teams and suppliers including chairing and producing minutes of meetings
•Possess good leadership and motivational skills.
•Experience of working with demanding private sector customers, in fast paced environments.
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Job Title Senior Site Manager
Location Fareham, Hampshire
Job Number 127273977
Posted 17/05/2012 (15:23)
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DescriptionRegister your CV Senior Site Manager

Our client are established some 70 years and have built up a successful construction business by developing solid relationships with clients through going out of their way to understand and respond quickly and professionally to their needs. They operate throughout the UK turning over circa £100m secured either via frameworks or repeat business for both the private sector clients including Leisure, Industrial and Commercial.

Due to an increase in workload they currently have a requirement for a Senior Site Manager to join the team on a high rise Student Accommodation project in Portsmouth. Experience of high value new build contracts is essential.

The successful candidate should ideally be based in close proximity to the project and must have prior experience of building large prestigious schemes and ideally high rise accommodation. The project is for 12 months and is of steel frame construction.

You must have good communicational skills and be able to develop excellent client relationships as you will be dealing with them on a daily basis.In addition, successful candidates will have:

·Minimum 5 Years Site Management Experience

·SMSTS

·First Aid

·CSCS

·Available references

Roles and responsibilities include…

·Ensure the project labour is managed with adequate resources to ensure project delivery in line with clients agreed program.

·Manage and implement QA systems

·Produce QA reports on final completion alongside Health and Safety File.

·Ensure effective Health & Safety

·Attending site progress meetings

·Liaising with clients and their representative

·Ensure all works are signed off by the client

·Produce method statements and risk assessment

·Ensure delivery is on time and in budget
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Job Title Heath and Safety Administrator
Salary/rate £120 - £130/day
Location London, London
Job Number 127273863
Posted 17/05/2012 (09:09)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Hours of Work 09:00am – 17:00pm / Monday to Friday

Job Overview
The successful candidate will work as a member of the business support team, providing comprehensive health and safety administrative support to the business to help it meet the requirements of the Safety Management System. To support the HSEQ Manager in delivering health and safety programmes and targets in accordance with Company's strategic plans.

Job Responsibilities
• Track Safety Administration (including the discharge of duties of a sponsor / Sentinel co-ordinator, distribution of document control items, distribution of safety briefings and materials, co-ordination of the PTS Initial and PTS Re-cert competency cycles)
• Arranging medicals, health surveillance, occupational health referrals and Drugs and Alcohol screenings as required
• To procure and distribute Personal Protective Equipment as directed by the Area Safety Manager
• To manage a schedule of maintenance, inspection and disposal of Personal Protective Equipment as directed by the Area Safety Manager
• Co-ordinate health and safety training against the plan managed by the Safety Manager
• Issue or where directed, produce, health and safety training certificates
• Assist the business in complying with the Link Up Core Module and provide input to where necessary to help ensure that local Group Management System processes
• To administer the induction process for new employees
• To ensure that hard copies of the safety management system are maintained at a local level
• To maintain records of all aspects of their role in compliance with Group Management System
• To attend team meetings
• To maintain databases and other records of key health and safety activities e.g. auditing, risk assessments, accident/incident reporting, access database on health and safety etc.
• To collate management data for inclusion in committee reports, Pre Qualification Questionnaires, statistical returns etc.
• To maintain a health and safety logging system to review and drive progress on outstanding health and safety hazards
• To assist with health and safety promotion as required
• To assist in the management of the health and safety workplace inspection programme.
• To develop and maintain a library of health and safety references, the health and safety intranet site, DVDs, and other data sources including internet access to British Safety Council, British Standards Institute etc.
• To act as a point of contact for enquiries etc.
• To manage the health and safety Intranet site.
• To assist with the completion of health and safety risk assessments as required e.g. DSE, pregnant worker assessments etc

Job Requirements
• Credible and able to set a good example in relation to health and safety
• A good understanding of the Sentinel Scheme and Sponsorship requirements relating to Network Rail infrastructure
• A good communicator with good organisational skills
• Adaptable and able to work on own initiative and prioritise own workload without supervision
• Strong IT skills
• Working knowledge of PPE requirements
• The ability to take minutes of meetings and arrange training events is essential in this post
Specific Role Competencies & Training
• Pro-active, professional and able to demonstrate full commitment to exceptional customer care and service in all activities
• Good time keeping, record keeping and attention to detail
• Works as a key member of the Health and Safety Team and understand the wider impact of the work on other department
• Liaises with external organisations as appropriate
• NEBOSH Certificate – Construction or General
Member of IOSH (desirable)

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Job Title Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Estimator
Location Birmingham, West Midlands
Job Number 127273801
Posted 16/05/2012 (16:10)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is one of the UKs leading civil engineering and infrastructure services contractors. Their strong forward order book includes major framework agreements with water companies and other blue chip clients as well as local authorities and private sector clients.

They have a distinctive set of values that are fundamental to their approach to business sustainability.

Their business activity is carried out for the following principal sectors:
Transportation: Rail, Airports, Waterways and Highways Environment: Water, Waste, Flood Management Energy: Power, Gas, Renewables, Transmission and Distribution Specialist Services: Tunnelling, Steel Fabrication, Process, Mechanical and Electrical

Their wide ranging construction experience includes earthworks, ground remediation, drainage, utility installation, carriageway construction, bridges, gantries, signage, telemetry, retaining structures, slope stabilisation, foundations, service buildings, shafts, tunnels, pumping stations, reinforced concrete structures, footpaths and landscaping. We provide a range of services throughout the project whole life cycle, including survey, optioneering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to be based in their Birmingham office.

Main Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for building up accurate cost estimates and producing supporting technical information to enable the company to submit competitive tenders.

Other duties include :-
• Producing analytical rate build ups using commercial estimating software (Conquest)
• Obtaining sufficient quotations to enable valued commercial judgement
• Close liaison with planners to produce accurate project programmes
• Input into the preparation of Quality and Technical Submissions
• Identifying and analysing project risks
• Proposing innovative ideas
• Preparing Site preliminary cost estimates
• Attending and presenting cost information at tender settlement meetings
• Liaising with and presenting to potential clients
• Developing strong team working relationships
• Promoting North Midland Construction, its image and values, within the industry

Skills, qualifications and
experience required
• An industry applicable qualification
• Construction site experience
• Highways sector knowledge
• Commercial and contractual awareness
• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Self motivation
• Be able to organise yourself and others workload
• Be able to work in a strong team environment
• Be proactive in your approach
• An excellent communicator
• A high level of diplomacy and customer focused Applications

On offer is a chance to develop an exciting career, structured career path and receive excellent remuneration and other attractive benefits. Please apply today in confidence.

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Job Title Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Estimator
Location Warrington, North West
Job Number 127273800
Posted 16/05/2012 (16:04)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is one of the UKs leading civil engineering and infrastructure services contractors. Their strong forward order book includes major framework agreements with water companies and other blue chip clients as well as local authorities and private sector clients. They have a distinctive set of values that are fundamental to their approach to business sustainability.

Their business activity is carried out for the following principal sectors:
Transportation: Rail, Airports, Waterways and Highways Environment: Water, Waste, Flood Management Energy: Power, Gas, Renewables, Transmission and Distribution Specialist Services: Tunnelling, Steel Fabrication, Process, Mechanical and Electrical

Their wide ranging construction experience includes earthworks, ground remediation, drainage, utility installation, carriageway construction, bridges, gantries, signage, telemetry, retaining structures, slope stabilisation, foundations, service buildings, shafts, tunnels, pumping stations, reinforced concrete structures, footpaths and landscaping. We provide a range of services throughout the project whole life cycle, including survey, optioneering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to be based in their Warrington office.

Main Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for building up accurate cost estimates and producing supporting technical information to enable the company to submit competitive tenders.

Other duties include :-
• Producing analytical rate build ups using commercial estimating software (Conquest)
• Obtaining sufficient quotations to enable valued commercial judgement
• Close liaison with planners to produce accurate project programmes
• Input into the preparation of Quality and Technical Submissions
• Identifying and analysing project risks
• Proposing innovative ideas
• Preparing Site preliminary cost estimates
• Attending and presenting cost information at tender settlement meetings
• Liaising with and presenting to potential clients
• Developing strong team working relationships
• Promoting North Midland Construction, its image and values, within the industry

Skills, qualifications and
experience required
• An industry applicable qualification
• Construction site experience
• Highways sector knowledge
• Commercial and contractual awareness
• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Self motivation
• Be able to organise yourself and others workload
• Be able to work in a strong team environment
• Be proactive in your approach
• An excellent communicator
• A high level of diplomacy and customer focused Applications

On offer is a chance to develop an exciting career, structured career path and receive excellent remuneration and other attractive benefits. Please apply today in confidence.


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Job Title Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Estimator
Location Warrington, North West
Job Number 127273791
Posted 16/05/2012 (15:26)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is one of the UKs leading civil engineering and infrastructure services contractors. Their strong forward order book includes major framework agreements with water companies and other blue chip clients as well as local authorities and private sector clients. They have a distinctive set of values that are fundamental to their approach to business sustainability.

Their business activity is carried out for the following principal sectors:
Transportation: Rail, Airports, Waterways and Highways Environment: Water, Waste, Flood Management Energy: Power, Gas, Renewables, Transmission and Distribution Specialist Services: Tunnelling, Steel Fabrication, Process, Mechanical and Electrical

Their wide ranging construction experience includes earthworks, ground remediation, drainage, utility installation, carriageway construction, bridges, gantries, signage, telemetry, retaining structures, slope stabilisation, foundations, service buildings, shafts, tunnels, pumping stations, reinforced concrete structures, footpaths and landscaping. We provide a range of services throughout the project whole life cycle, including survey, optioneering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to be based in their Warrington office.

Main Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for building up accurate cost estimates and producing supporting technical information to enable the company to submit competitive tenders.

Other duties include :-
• Producing analytical rate build ups using commercial estimating software (Conquest)
• Obtaining sufficient quotations to enable valued commercial judgement
• Close liaison with planners to produce accurate project programmes
• Input into the preparation of Quality and Technical Submissions
• Identifying and analysing project risks
• Proposing innovative ideas
• Preparing Site preliminary cost estimates
• Attending and presenting cost information at tender settlement meetings
• Liaising with and presenting to potential clients
• Developing strong team working relationships
• Promoting North Midland Construction, its image and values, within the industry

Skills, qualifications and
experience required
• An industry applicable qualification
• Construction site experience
• Highways sector knowledge

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Job Title Bid Manager
Location Birmingham, Birmingham
Job Number 127273752
Posted 16/05/2012 (13:19)
Agency/Employer Building Careers UK
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is one of the UKs leading civil engineering and infrastructure services contractors. Their strong forward order book includes major framework agreements with water companies and other blue chip clients as well as local authorities and private sector clients. They have a distinctive set of values that are fundamental to their approach to business sustainability.

Their business activity is carried out for the following principal sectors:
Transportation: Rail, Airports, Waterways and Highways Environment: Water, Waste, Flood Management Energy: Power, Gas, Renewables, Transmission and Distribution Specialist Services: Tunnelling, Steel Fabrication, Process, Mechanical and Electrical

Their wide ranging construction experience includes earthworks, ground remediation, drainage, utility installation, carriageway construction, bridges, gantries, signage, telemetry, retaining structures, slope stabilisation, foundations, service buildings, shafts, tunnels, pumping stations, reinforced concrete structures, footpaths and landscaping. We provide a range of services throughout the project whole life cycle, including survey, optioneering, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.

They are looking to recruit an experienced Bid Manager to be based in their Warrington office.

Main Responsibilities:
Contract
• Taking bid opportunities from expression of interest, pre-qualification through to tender stage, continual communication with the external client and building point of contact/relationship.
• Formulating answers and creating a library of information for use as frameworks.
• Co-ordinating each bid, obtaining information from key members of regional offices as required.
• Objectively reviewing the bid submission and suggesting changes / improvements.
• Editing and refining text produced by others.
• Responsibility of meeting tender deadlines and organising others to ensure this happens.
• Producing a professional sales document, clearly answering questions raised.
• Attending client meetings where required to promote the business.
• Help to raise the profile of the business in the marketplace.
• Researching clients to ensure that bids are specific to their requirements.
• Visiting clients post decision to gain improvement feedback.

On offer is a chance to develop an exciting career, structured career path and receive excellent remuneration and other attractive benefits. Please apply today in confidence.

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