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Site Manager Job , Sheffield , Social Housing upgrades, 12 months freelance work Your new companyYou'll be joining a well-established contractor specialising in social housing repairs, maintenance, and planned works across the UK. They have recently secured a major kitchen and bathroom upgrade programme in Sheffield, delivering modern, high-quality refurbishments to occupied social housing properties. With a strong pipeline of work and a reputation for excellent tenant care, this organisation offers stability, structure, and long-term opportunities for skilled trades professionals. Your new roleYou will be responsible for carrying out full kitchen and bathroom refurbishments within occupied social housing homes as part of a planned 12-month upgrade scheme. Duties may include: Rip-out and installation of new kitchens and/or bathrooms Basic plumbing, joinery, tiling, and patch plastering Ensuring all works meet safety, quality, and compliance standards Working respectfully in occupied properties and maintaining excellent tenant communication Completing job sheets and reporting progress to the site supervisor This is a full-time agency role with consistent work throughout the duration of the programme. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in kitchen and/or bathroom upgrades within social housing or domestic settings Competency across multiple trades (plumbing, joinery, tiling, etc.) NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent trade qualification (preferred) Full UK driving licence (company van may be provided depending on role) Strong customer-service approach and ability to work in occupied homes Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality workmanship What you'll get in return A long-term 12-month contract with consistent weekly hours Competitive hourly rate paid weekly via agency Opportunity to work on a major planned works programme with a respected contractor Supportive site management and clear workload scheduling Potential for extension or future projects upon successful completion If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Our client is looking for an experienced Contract Manager to lead the delivery of social housing planned works scheme start to finish. As Contract Manager, you will operational delivery staff across multiple workstreams. Client Details Our client is a leading property services contractor with a proven track record of delivering high quality works across the social housing sector. With a focus on planned refurbishments, the business partners with housing associations and local authorities to improve homes and communities across the UK. Description Lead and manage Site Managers and operational teams delivering planned maintenance works Oversee kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes within social housing properties Ensure contracts are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with quality expectations Monitor performance against KPIs, driving continuous improvement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, residents, and stakeholders Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures Manage programme planning, resource allocation, and subcontractor performance Contribute to commercial performance, including cost control and value optimisation Profile Proven experience in a Contract Manager/Senior Site Manager role within social housing or planned maintenance Strong track record delivering kitchen and bathroom refurbishment programmes Experience managing site teams and operational staff Proven leadership, communication, and management skills Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements Job Offer 60k- 65k base salary 6,500 car allowance or company car Approximately 15% in annual bonus 5% employer pension contribution 26 days AL plus bank holidays Private healthcare benefits Clear progression path / opportunities

Our clients are expanding their commercial team out of their Watford office. They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor who can share in this growth ethos. Honesty, integrity and teamwork will be at the heart of what they do. Ideally they are looking for Quantity Surveyor with experience dealing and working with direct labour teams of people , time sheets etc . Any background in painting, brickwork or plastering or roofing , or civils or new builds in terms of QS could work for this role along with tendering ,estimating and refurbishments but dealing and working with direct teams is a big tick . £69,400 inc car allowance ( 6700) plus fuel card , Profit share (last year 9.33% ), private health, pension, life etc They are looking for an enthusiastic, people focused and entrepreneurial Quantity Surveyor to join their dedicated commercial and operational team, who specialise in Painting and Decorating and associated planned refurbishment works to the public, private, residential and educational sector . Painting background isn't essential , though if you have any exposure in regards to QS in that regard then definitely highlight it in your Cv as its a big plus to them . They have been an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units, so very well established . They are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work as part of their fantastic Painting team. The main customer base will be Social Housing and Council/ Local authority , Housing Associations so worth mentioning any experience ( on your CV ) in these sectors or projects you've worked as this could be beneficial . They value their employees and offer an exceptional benefits package the chance to be a part of their prosperous long-term future that is full of potential, development and opportunity. Be part of the company profit share scheme (14% of base salary achieved last year) Private mileage scheme and a fuel card Let us help you prepare for your future with an enhanced employer pension contribution of up to 7% OR a savings scheme. Life, Medical and Permanent Health Insurance Annual leave, but you may want longer or less, so buy up to 5 days or sell up to 3 days per year. Access to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity to support your health and wellbeing, including free legal and financial advice. Annual pay reviews Enhanced maternity/ paternity pay. Training and development opportunities Trade discounts from our preferred suppliers for you and your friends and family, and Specsavers vouchers The Quantity Surveyor role: As a Quantity Surveyor , you will actively tender, estimate and measure onsite and also liaise with direct labour at the client . We can offer a variety of works including established frameworks and core contracts with prestigious clients within the public, and residential sector as well as our services covering into the retirement living, commercial and education sectors too. Specifically, you will: Measure and prepare cost estimates for contracts and tenders, highlighting any commercial risks. Prepare cost value reconciliations for contracts, identifying commercial risks and opportunities to ensure correct contract planning from the outset. Work closely with the Contracts Manager to ensure productivity labour targets are agreed and issued before contract start, including direct labour incentives where possible. Build strong client and supplier relations, to ensure any variations and progress of contracts are discussed and mutual solutions are sought, always. Complete and analyse weekly reporting from site, ensuring it has adequate cost information (including labour rates and performance expectations, budgets, value, progress, quality, and safety) What will you bring as Quantity Surveyor? You will be inquisitive, organised, and honest as well as being a genuine 'people person' who thrives when collaborating with clients, trade teams and immediate colleagues. Fostering a real 'working together' environment, whilst building valued long-term relationships. Proven experience in a similar estimating and surveying role. Experience of the commercial management of projects from tender and estimation stages through to final account. Experience of successfully managing a value of works up to £3 million annually. Entrepreneurial spirit, with a key eye for identifying business opportunities, and areas for negotiation and better gains. You will describe yourself as commercial, analytical, and accurate in your approach.

As the Building Safety Project Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality maintenance and building safety projects are delivered on time, to budget, and to the expected quality standards. And you will manage key safety maintenance and planned projects across the housing portfolio, coordinating closely with internal teams, external contractors, and stakeholders. Client Details This opportunity is with a reputable not-for-profit organisation operating within the property sector. The organisation is a medium-sized entity with a focus on delivering high-quality services and maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards. WIth a primary base in and around London for this role. Description As the Building Safety Project Manager, you will be responsible for the below: Ensure budgets are set and managed effectively within fire and building safety maintenance programmes including remedial repairs. Collaborate with the Asset Delivery Team to create accurate budget forecasts. Manage budgets for national fire remedial and planned building safety projects including managing contractor valuations and payments for works and accurate financial forecasting. Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of fire and building safety programmes including alarms, emergency lighting and sprinkler systems from start to finish including ensuring specifications are in accordance with relevant legislation's or guidance. Conduct site visits to perform condition reports, progress reports and inspections of works. Ensuring contractors adhere to Health and Safety and quality requirements. Ensuring works are completed to the highest standards and are compliant. Ensure all works comply with contract requirements and statutory and regulatory obligations, including CDM regulations, Party Wall Act, Section 20 legislation and Decent Homes Guidance. Process all contractor applications for payment in accordance with contract conditions. Ensure asset data is up to date in the asset management system for all completed works. Proactively recommend and implement changes to policies, procedures, and technologies to improve monitoring, auditing, and overall building safety compliance practices. Profile A successful Building Safety Project Manager should have: Proven experience in managing building safety projects or related roles. Strong knowledge of safety regulations and compliance within the property sector. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Ability to analyse risks and provide practical recommendations. Strong communication skills to liaise with diverse stakeholders effectively. A relevant qualification in building safety, construction, or a related field. Ability to drive and travel around London and the surrounding areas A good understanding of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and associated fire safety guidance relative to care and housing environments. Coordination, planning and delivery of projects and contract administration. Knowledge of relevant and emerging legislation, including Decent Homes Standard, HHSRS, CDM and the Building Safety Act. Experience of supply chain partnerships and specification development for tenders. Knowledge of JCT and NEC contract frameworks, negotiation and dispute resolution. Experience of undertaking Gateway 2 applications as part of Building Safety Having worked on Building Safety Case files Proven experience in construction project management, ideally within residential maintenance or refurbishments Experience managing external contractors and resolving disputes, preferably in social housing. Strong understanding of H&S for residential properties, including asbestos and CDM 2015. Excellent negotiation and contract management skills. Skilled in preparing high-quality reports. Job Offer For the successful Building Safety Project Manager is an opportunity where you have flexibility to make the role yours, get a good set of benefits, a competitive salary and the opportunity to join an organisation at a great time where there are lots of positive changes taking place.

We are currently looking for a Business Coordinator in the Derby area to join a well-established social housing contractor on a permanent, full-time basis. This opportunity is with a respected and growing contractor specialising in social housing, refurbishment, voids and major repairs. You'll be joining a business that values organisation, customer service and operational excellence, with genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive team environment. I'd be keen to see applications from anyone with experience in social housing, construction, maintenance, repairs, scheduling, administration or operational coordination, whether you've previously worked as a Business Coordinator, Repairs Coordinator, Scheduler, Contract Administrator, Operations Coordinator, Office Manager or in a similar role. As a Business Coordinator, you will be: Managing daily diaries and scheduling works for operatives and subcontractors Monitoring work progress and ensuring jobs are completed within agreed KPIs and service level agreements Producing reports, trackers and performance data for management teams and clients Coordinating void property refurbishments from instruction through to completion Supporting the delivery of major repairs, planned works and refurbishment projects Creating and maintaining project programmes and Gantt charts Raising works orders, purchase orders and project documentation Liaising with clients, tenants, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure smooth project delivery Managing customer enquiries and resolving issues professionally and efficiently Monitoring compliance documentation, certifications and health & safety records Supporting project reporting, meetings and general operational administration I'd love to speak to anyone who has: Previous experience within Social Housing, Housing Associations or Local Authority contracts Experience working within construction, maintenance, repairs, refurbishment or property services environments Strong administrative, organisational and coordination skills Experience using scheduling systems, job management software or CRM systems Excellent communication and customer service skills Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment This Business Coordinator role is offering the following benefits: 27,000 - 32,000 salary (depending on experience) Private medical insurance Company pension scheme Additional annual leave entitlement Sick pay scheme Free on-site parking Career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Permanent, full-time position Location & Travel This role is based full-time from the company's office in Pride Park, Derby. If this Business Coordinator role sounds like something you'd be interested in, apply online or call Alex on (phone number removed)

The client is a fast-growing organisation delivering high-quality construction and maintenance services across the social housing sector. We are seeking an experienced Commercial Operations Manager who has excellent management experience with Labour, sub contractors and with SOR codes, so schedule of rates for various social housing, commercial and local authorities. Our work spans reactive repairs, planned maintenance programmes, and property refurbishments. As we continue to expand, we are looking for motivated and experienced professional to join our team and help us maintain our reputation for reliability, efficiency, and excellent service delivery. Key responsibilities: Quote Production Using SOR Codes: Prepare and manage detailed job quotations using Schedule of Rates (SOR) codes, ensuring accuracy, cost-efficiency, and adherence to client specifications and contract requirements. Quote Review & Approvals: Review and approve all submitted quotes, verifying scope, pricing, materials, and labour requirements. Ensure quotes align with budget targets, contractual obligations, and operational capacity. Work Order & Job Lifecycle Management : Oversee the end-to-end process of job delivery from quote acceptance to completion, ensuring all tasks are completed on time, to specification, and within budget. Job Completion & Quality Assurance: Ensure all job completion forms and documentation are accurately completed, filed, and audited. Monitor workmanship and service quality through spot checks and client feedback. Health & Safety Oversight: Implement and enforce company-wide Health & Safety procedures across all sites. Conduct regular audits, toolbox talks, and ensure risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are completed and followed. Compliance Monitoring: Maintain compliance with all statutory regulations, industry standards, and client-specific service level agreements (SLAs). Monitor and report on KPIs, ensuring all completed jobs meet legal and contractual obligations. Team Management & Development: Lead and support operational staff, supervisors, and subcontractors. Coordinate onboarding, skills assessments, and ongoing training to ensure workforce capability and performance. Client & Stakeholder Liaison : Act as a primary point of contact for clients regarding operational matters. Attend client meetings, resolve escalations, and ensure customer satisfaction is consistently high. Site Visits & Inspections : Conduct site visits as required to assess progress, ensure compliance, and provide guidance or escalation support. Use findings to drive continuous improvement and performance. Resource & Workflow Coordination : Allocate labour, materials, and equipment efficiently across multiple jobs, ensuring productivity and responsiveness to urgent or reactive maintenance tasks. Reporting & Performance Analysis : Produce regular reports on operational performance, financial targets, completed works, and outstanding issues. Use data insights to identify trends and implement process improvements. Your KPI s that you are accountable to achieve and reviewed in line with your 12 Month Performance Review with your Line Manager are. People/Customer All Direct Reports to be fully competent within their job role and have monthly 121 s and 12-month Performance Review Health & Safety To ensure all Direct Reports receive the necessary training and competency within all their given areas of Health & Safety responsibilities To demonstrate a pro-active leadership role in all aspects of Health & Safety Management Quoting To ensure you achieve all your KPI targets and to evidence at your 12-month performance review, a pro-active leadership style that actively contributes to the yearly P&L performance of the Business Travelling to different sites, so some distances may be up to 2.5 hours. Maybe required to do some site visits at times, there is a team that also can go to various sites as well. Full UK driving licence (essential). SMSTS Ideally Health and Safety Certificate / First aid. What We Offer Competitive salary Supportive management team with opportunities for progression Company vehicle 28 days including bank holidays Pension Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £53,000-£56,000 per year basic Company pension, Holidays Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours - 45 hours per week. 1 in 3 saturdays - day off in lieu in the week. Work Location: On the road Expected start date: 26/08/2025