Service Care Solutions - Construction

Valuation Surveyor - London Council £35.00 PAYE / £44.00 Umbrella or LTD (Inside IR35)36 hours per weekOngoing contractWe are recruiting for an experienced Senior Development & Valuation Surveyor to join a busy London Council. The role will involve leading on property acquisitions, disposals, development appraisals, and strategic asset management projects to maximise the value of the Council's property portfolio and deliver best value for money. Responsibilities: Lead on complex acquisitions, disposals, and development transactions on behalf of the Council. Manage feasibility studies, valuations, and development appraisals from concept through to completion. Provide expert advice on property law, valuation, planning, and financial modelling to support strategic decisions. Oversee and mentor a small team of Surveyors and Graduate Valuers. Conduct market research and prepare reports to inform investment, development, and asset management strategies. Negotiate complex property transactions and development agreements to secure best value outcomes. Ensure projects comply with statutory, planning, and RICS standards while achieving the Council's social and financial objectives. Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, developers, and external consultants. Requirements: Chartered Surveyor (MRICS or FRICS). Extensive experience within local government or public sector property, including acquisitions, disposals, and development. Strong understanding of commercial principles, planning legislation, and property valuation. Demonstrable experience leading teams and delivering large-scale property or regeneration projects. Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills. Contact: For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on or email .uk

Building Surveyor - Sussex (Housing Association) £29.50 PAYE / £37.00 Umbrella (Inside IR35)37 hours per weekOngoing contractWe have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join a respected Housing Association based in Sussex. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality maintenance services across a large housing portfolio, ensuring responsive repairs, void works, and cyclical maintenance are completed to a high standard and within budget. Responsibilities: Deliver a professional surveying service for responsive repairs, disrepair cases, voids, aids and adaptations, and cyclical works. Carry out diagnostic inspections, technical surveys, and post-inspections, providing detailed reports and recommendations. Oversee contractor performance to ensure works are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. Manage a local repairs budget of approximately £2m, ensuring spend is controlled, value for money achieved, and compliance maintained. Support the management of insurance and disrepair claims, liaising with internal teams, residents, and loss adjusters as required. Undertake major void inspections and ensure properties are returned to lettable standard efficiently. Promote Health & Safety best practice across all works, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. Collaborate with internal departments and contractors to maintain excellent levels of customer satisfaction. Requirements: Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance (Level 3) or equivalent qualification. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS, CIOB) desirable. Strong knowledge of building construction, planning regulations, and housing sector compliance standards. Proven experience delivering repairs and maintenance services within social housing. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports and liaise with a range of stakeholders. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits. Contact: For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on or email .uk

M&E Project Manager - London Council £350 per day PAYE / £450 per day Umbrella or LTD (Inside IR35)Full-time, ongoing contractWe have an excellent opportunity for an experienced M&E Project Manager to join a London-based Council within their Capital Works team. This role will take the lead on a range of mechanical and electrical projects, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality standards while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement throughout. Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of M&E capital projects from inception through to completion and handover. Coordinate and motivate project teams, managing contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. Take ownership of budgets, procurement, and project performance in line with council governance. Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations, and corporate policies. Build effective working relationships with residents, client departments, and the Asset Management team. Attend evening and occasional weekend meetings where required to support project delivery. Requirements: Proven experience delivering M&E or Capital Works projects within local authority, housing, or public sector environments. Strong understanding of project and contract management, procurement, and leaseholder engagement. Knowledge of CDM, compliance, and Health & Safety standards. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills. Professional qualification or chartership (RICS, CIOB, APM, or NEBOSH Construction) desirable but not essential. A proactive, resident-focused, and collaborative approach to project delivery. Contact: For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on or email .uk

Maintenance Surveyor - Kent (Housing Association) £29.50 PAYE / £37.00 Umbrella (Inside IR35)37 hours per weekOngoing contractA Housing Association in Kent is seeking an experienced Maintenance Surveyor to join their regional team. You will be responsible for managing the delivery of responsive repairs, void works, and cyclical maintenance programmes, ensuring value for money and compliance with all statutory and safety regulations. Responsibilities: Deliver an effective, customer-focused maintenance service across a housing portfolio. Carry out pre- and post-inspections, diagnostic surveys, and prepare detailed technical reports. Oversee contractor performance to ensure quality, timeliness, and adherence to budgets. Manage local budgets of around £2m, ensuring accurate spend and value for money. Support disrepair, insurance, and complex works cases, providing professional advice and reports. Conduct major void inspections, ensuring timely turnaround and compliance with lettable standards. Promote health, safety, and compliance standards in all maintenance operations. Work collaboratively with residents, contractors, and internal teams to achieve excellent customer satisfaction. Requirements: Diploma in Surveying, Property and Maintenance (Level 3) or equivalent. Professional membership (RICS/CIOB) desirable. Strong knowledge of building pathology, construction standards, and housing legislation. Proven experience within social housing repairs and maintenance. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Competent in Microsoft Office applications. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits. Contact: For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on or email .uk

Job: DriverLocation: Barnsley Pay Rate: £13.26 Per hour PAYE (Inc Holiday) £16.26 LTD Umbrella Contract Type: Full-Time / Ongoing Temporary About the role Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local council for a Driver to join their multi-disciplinary operations team. This is a practical, outdoor position ideal for someone who enjoys a hands-on role, variety in their working day, and contributing to essential community services.As a Driver, you will be responsible for transporting equipment, materials, and personnel to various sites across the borough, while supporting operational teams with both general and specialist duties. You will work in all weather conditions and play a key part in maintaining public spaces and facilities to a high standard.Key Responsibilities Drive council vehicles safely and efficiently, including those with trailers, ride-ons, and other machinery. Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects or issues to management. Carry out a range of operational and grounds-related duties, including physically demanding work. Perform basic maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment. Secure council buildings and sites, ensuring correct locking and unlocking procedures are followed. Monitor fuel and equipment stock levels at depots and liaise with the relevant teams to ensure adequate supply. Deliver excellent customer service to the public and colleagues. Work to schedules, respond to changing priorities, and meet deadlines as directed by the line manager. Promote and comply with all Health & Safety, Customer Care, and Equality policies and procedures. About YouThe ideal candidate will be reliable, safety-conscious, and flexible, with a positive approach to work. You should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, taking pride in delivering high-quality public services.Requirements Valid UK Driving Licence (Category B, B+E, C1, or C1+E) Previous experience in a driving or grounds maintenance role Strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures Good communication and teamwork skills Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Flexibility to meet the operational needs of the service Desirable Qualifications GCSEs (x2) or equivalent Manual Handling, Needle Stick, or IOSH Working Safely certification What We Offer Ongoing temporary position with potential for extension or permanent opportunities Full training and PPE provided Opportunity to work directly with the local community Supportive team environment and professional development How to ApplyIf you are an experienced driver with a commitment to providing excellent service, we would love to hear from you.Please contact Prakash at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply: Email: .uk Phone:

A client within the Public Sector based in Gloucestershire is currently recruiting for a Principal Highways Development Coordinator to join their Highways Development Management team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, permanent position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a highways planning and development environment. The Role Key purpose of the role is to provide timely highways and transport advice to planning authorities, ensuring that the Highways Authority's position is clearly represented, while supporting sustainable development across the County. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Engaging in pre-application discussions with planning officers, developers, and consultants.• Assessing transport assessments, transport statements and travel plans submitted in support of planning applications.• Providing highways and transport recommendations to district planning authorities within agreed timelines.• Representing the Highways Authority at planning committees, public inquiries, and stakeholder meetings.• Negotiating and securing Section 106 financial contributions for strategic infrastructure delivery. The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require a degree in Civil Engineering (or a relevant degree with compensatory knowledge and experience), along with substantial experience in highways development management and planning legislation.The below skills would be beneficial for the role:• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with experience presenting at planning committees.• Proven understanding of highway engineering and design standards.• Experience of preparing technical reports, advising stakeholders, and working within a political environment.The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering u p to £51,356 + 5% 5 amrket rate supplement per annum. How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to .uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on to discuss the vacancy in more detail.Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.