Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer Location: Hybrid working - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote Contract: Initial 4-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension Start date: 1st September Rate: £32.59 PAYE or £42 Umbrella Team responsibility: Managing a small team of 5 officers An award-winning public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to manage and support the delivery of an efficient, responsive, and customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with strong team management skills and a detailed understanding of housing legislation, allocations policies, voids, lettings, and housing options. The Role As Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer, you will manage a team of five officers responsible for delivering housing allocations, lettings, transfers, decants, and under-occupation services. You will provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure that applicants and residents receive accurate advice and appropriate housing solutions. You will also work closely with internal teams, Registered Providers, contractors, landlords, surveyors, and other partners to deliver a seamless and financially efficient service. The role requires a strong customer focus, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to make sound decisions within a legislative and performance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manage, motivate, and develop a team of five officers delivering allocations and lettings services. Oversee the provision of social housing in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and housing allocation policies. Maintain a detailed working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 Part VI and relevant homelessness legislation. Support the delivery of allocations through the housing register, transfers, decants, nominations, and under-occupation schemes. Monitor performance against key performance indicators and service standards. Work with the voids team, surveyors, contractors, and landlords to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Ensure available properties are allocated and let efficiently and in accordance with policy. Liaise closely with Registered Providers regarding nomination requests and nomination agreements. Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding housing options, temporary accommodation, social housing, transfers, and alternative housing solutions. Manage and respond to customer complaints, Members' enquiries, and complex correspondence within required timescales. Prepare written and verbal briefings, reports, performance information, and financial returns for senior management and relevant stakeholders. Ensure officers maintain accurate, timely, and complete records on the authority's housing IT systems. Ensure that information is recorded correctly to meet legal, landlord, tenant, and data-quality requirements. Assist with emergency housing decants, transfers, service continuity, and other urgent housing matters. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience working in housing allocations, lettings, housing management, or a related property environment. Experience managing, supervising, coaching, or supporting a team. Good knowledge of housing legislation, statutory guidance, and social housing allocation frameworks. An understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and homelessness legislation. Experience working with housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants, voids, or temporary accommodation. Experience supporting vulnerable residents and handling sensitive or complex customer issues. Experience working within a performance management framework and reporting against KPIs. Strong knowledge of customer-focused housing services and service improvement. Experience managing complaints, enquiries, correspondence, and competing priorities. Good numeracy and basic accounting skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to different audiences. Strong administrative, organisational, record-keeping, and case-management skills. Experience using housing management systems, databases, spreadsheets, email, and other IT applications. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and their practical application within housing and lettings services. The ability to work effectively in a hybrid, agile, and sometimes remote-working environment. A relevant housing qualification, NVQ, GCSEs, or equivalent experience within housing or property management would be advantageous Working Arrangements This is an initial 4-month contract with a view to extend, subject to service requirements and performance. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The role is expected to commence on 1st September. The position offers the opportunity to join an award-winning organisation and make a direct contribution to the delivery of effective social housing and lettings services.
Aug 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer Location: Hybrid working - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote Contract: Initial 4-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension Start date: 1st September Rate: £32.59 PAYE or £42 Umbrella Team responsibility: Managing a small team of 5 officers An award-winning public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to manage and support the delivery of an efficient, responsive, and customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with strong team management skills and a detailed understanding of housing legislation, allocations policies, voids, lettings, and housing options. The Role As Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer, you will manage a team of five officers responsible for delivering housing allocations, lettings, transfers, decants, and under-occupation services. You will provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure that applicants and residents receive accurate advice and appropriate housing solutions. You will also work closely with internal teams, Registered Providers, contractors, landlords, surveyors, and other partners to deliver a seamless and financially efficient service. The role requires a strong customer focus, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to make sound decisions within a legislative and performance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manage, motivate, and develop a team of five officers delivering allocations and lettings services. Oversee the provision of social housing in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and housing allocation policies. Maintain a detailed working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 Part VI and relevant homelessness legislation. Support the delivery of allocations through the housing register, transfers, decants, nominations, and under-occupation schemes. Monitor performance against key performance indicators and service standards. Work with the voids team, surveyors, contractors, and landlords to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Ensure available properties are allocated and let efficiently and in accordance with policy. Liaise closely with Registered Providers regarding nomination requests and nomination agreements. Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding housing options, temporary accommodation, social housing, transfers, and alternative housing solutions. Manage and respond to customer complaints, Members' enquiries, and complex correspondence within required timescales. Prepare written and verbal briefings, reports, performance information, and financial returns for senior management and relevant stakeholders. Ensure officers maintain accurate, timely, and complete records on the authority's housing IT systems. Ensure that information is recorded correctly to meet legal, landlord, tenant, and data-quality requirements. Assist with emergency housing decants, transfers, service continuity, and other urgent housing matters. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience working in housing allocations, lettings, housing management, or a related property environment. Experience managing, supervising, coaching, or supporting a team. Good knowledge of housing legislation, statutory guidance, and social housing allocation frameworks. An understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and homelessness legislation. Experience working with housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants, voids, or temporary accommodation. Experience supporting vulnerable residents and handling sensitive or complex customer issues. Experience working within a performance management framework and reporting against KPIs. Strong knowledge of customer-focused housing services and service improvement. Experience managing complaints, enquiries, correspondence, and competing priorities. Good numeracy and basic accounting skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to different audiences. Strong administrative, organisational, record-keeping, and case-management skills. Experience using housing management systems, databases, spreadsheets, email, and other IT applications. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and their practical application within housing and lettings services. The ability to work effectively in a hybrid, agile, and sometimes remote-working environment. A relevant housing qualification, NVQ, GCSEs, or equivalent experience within housing or property management would be advantageous Working Arrangements This is an initial 4-month contract with a view to extend, subject to service requirements and performance. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The role is expected to commence on 1st September. The position offers the opportunity to join an award-winning organisation and make a direct contribution to the delivery of effective social housing and lettings services.
A reputable London housing provider is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to join its Housing and Lettings service on a temporary basis. This is a senior operational role responsible for overseeing the delivery of an effective, customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service , while supporting and managing a team of officers. Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £31.50 - £32.59 per hour The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of social housing allocations, lettings, housing legislation and statutory guidance , together with proven experience of managing staff, monitoring performance and working with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of social housing allocations and lettings , including housing register, transfers, decants and under-occupation cases. Manage, motivate and support a team of housing officers to deliver a high-quality, responsive and customer-focused service. Ensure allocations and lettings are delivered in accordance with Housing Act 1996 Part VI, the Council/Housing Provider Allocation Scheme and relevant statutory guidance . Work closely with voids, repairs, surveyors and contractors to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Manage nominations and maintain effective relationships with Registered Providers and housing association partners , ensuring nomination agreements and allocation policies are followed. Monitor service performance against agreed KPIs, targets and service standards , producing accurate performance and financial information. Oversee the accurate maintenance of housing management systems and ensure records are complete, up to date and compliant with relevant requirements. Respond to and coordinate Member enquiries, customer complaints, escalated cases and complex housing enquiries within required timescales. Provide clear housing advice and guidance to residents regarding social housing, temporary accommodation, transfers and available housing options. Support emergency decants, transfers and rehousing arrangements , working closely with relevant internal teams and external partners. Prepare written reports, briefings and correspondence for senior managers, elected Members, solicitors and other stakeholders. Identify service improvements and develop initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the allocations and lettings service. Build strong working relationships with residents, colleagues, Registered Providers, contractors, health and welfare services and other partner agencies. Ensure services are delivered fairly and inclusively, with particular consideration given to vulnerable residents and customers with additional needs . Support the training, development and induction of team members and contribute to continuous service improvement. Essential Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience working within social housing allocations and lettings . Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and housing allocation legislation. Understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant homelessness statutory guidance. Experience managing or supervising housing/allocations officers. Experience of managing housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants and lettings . Strong understanding of voids management and void turnaround performance . Experience working with Registered Providers / Housing Associations . Proven experience monitoring KPIs, performance targets and service standards . Experience handling complex customer enquiries, complaints and Members' enquiries . Strong knowledge of housing management systems and accurate case recording. Desirable Local authority or housing association experience. Experience using housing management systems such as Northgate, NEC, Civica, MRI or equivalent . Experience of working with Locata or other choice-based lettings systems . Knowledge of temporary accommodation and homelessness pathways. Experience contributing to housing policy or service improvement initiatives. Relevant housing qualification such as CIH or equivalent professional experience. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced housing environment, managing complex allocations and lettings issues, interpreting legislation and making sound decisions. You will also need to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across housing, repairs, voids, Registered Providers and other partner services. , APPLY NOW, If you have strong Senior Allocations, Lettings or Housing Register experience and are immediately available for a hybrid London assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.
Aug 29, 2026
Full time
A reputable London housing provider is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to join its Housing and Lettings service on a temporary basis. This is a senior operational role responsible for overseeing the delivery of an effective, customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service , while supporting and managing a team of officers. Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £31.50 - £32.59 per hour The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of social housing allocations, lettings, housing legislation and statutory guidance , together with proven experience of managing staff, monitoring performance and working with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of social housing allocations and lettings , including housing register, transfers, decants and under-occupation cases. Manage, motivate and support a team of housing officers to deliver a high-quality, responsive and customer-focused service. Ensure allocations and lettings are delivered in accordance with Housing Act 1996 Part VI, the Council/Housing Provider Allocation Scheme and relevant statutory guidance . Work closely with voids, repairs, surveyors and contractors to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Manage nominations and maintain effective relationships with Registered Providers and housing association partners , ensuring nomination agreements and allocation policies are followed. Monitor service performance against agreed KPIs, targets and service standards , producing accurate performance and financial information. Oversee the accurate maintenance of housing management systems and ensure records are complete, up to date and compliant with relevant requirements. Respond to and coordinate Member enquiries, customer complaints, escalated cases and complex housing enquiries within required timescales. Provide clear housing advice and guidance to residents regarding social housing, temporary accommodation, transfers and available housing options. Support emergency decants, transfers and rehousing arrangements , working closely with relevant internal teams and external partners. Prepare written reports, briefings and correspondence for senior managers, elected Members, solicitors and other stakeholders. Identify service improvements and develop initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the allocations and lettings service. Build strong working relationships with residents, colleagues, Registered Providers, contractors, health and welfare services and other partner agencies. Ensure services are delivered fairly and inclusively, with particular consideration given to vulnerable residents and customers with additional needs . Support the training, development and induction of team members and contribute to continuous service improvement. Essential Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience working within social housing allocations and lettings . Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and housing allocation legislation. Understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant homelessness statutory guidance. Experience managing or supervising housing/allocations officers. Experience of managing housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants and lettings . Strong understanding of voids management and void turnaround performance . Experience working with Registered Providers / Housing Associations . Proven experience monitoring KPIs, performance targets and service standards . Experience handling complex customer enquiries, complaints and Members' enquiries . Strong knowledge of housing management systems and accurate case recording. Desirable Local authority or housing association experience. Experience using housing management systems such as Northgate, NEC, Civica, MRI or equivalent . Experience of working with Locata or other choice-based lettings systems . Knowledge of temporary accommodation and homelessness pathways. Experience contributing to housing policy or service improvement initiatives. Relevant housing qualification such as CIH or equivalent professional experience. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced housing environment, managing complex allocations and lettings issues, interpreting legislation and making sound decisions. You will also need to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across housing, repairs, voids, Registered Providers and other partner services. , APPLY NOW, If you have strong Senior Allocations, Lettings or Housing Register experience and are immediately available for a hybrid London assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.
Property Operations Manager 6-Month Contract Home based with occasional site meetings Are you an experienced senior property professional with a passion for building strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional housing services? A national housing association are recruiting an experienced Property Operations Manager to join a leading housing provider on an initial 6-month contract . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of responsive repairs, planned investment, major works, voids and estate services while developing long-term, high-performing contractor partnerships. The Role Reporting to the Assistant Director of Responsive Repairs & Capital Investment , you will provide operational leadership across a regional portfolio, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational objectives. You will lead a team of Partnering Surveyors while working collaboratively with contractors, residents and senior stakeholders to drive service excellence, value for money and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the regional delivery of planned investment, major works, responsive repairs, voids and estate services. Build and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with key contractors and supply chain partners. Drive contractor performance through effective contract management, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement. Champion customer-focused service delivery, ensuring residents remain at the heart of decision making. Embed organisational values across all partnership arrangements. Develop innovative ways of working to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximise social value. Support procurement, mobilisation and ongoing performance management of new contractors. Manage regional budgets and ensure services are delivered within agreed financial parameters. Ensure full compliance with statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements. Produce performance reports and strategic insights for senior leadership. About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Extensive experience managing strategic contractor partnerships within social housing. Strong knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, major works and voids. Experience leading geographically dispersed surveying or operational teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience managing large operational budgets and driving value for money. Knowledge of construction contracts, building defects, housing maintenance and compliance. A proven track record of delivering service improvements, innovation and customer satisfaction. HND (or equivalent) in Construction, Building Surveying, Property, Housing or a related discipline. Full UK Driving Licence. To apply for this position please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on
Aug 29, 2026
Full time
Property Operations Manager 6-Month Contract Home based with occasional site meetings Are you an experienced senior property professional with a passion for building strategic partnerships and delivering exceptional housing services? A national housing association are recruiting an experienced Property Operations Manager to join a leading housing provider on an initial 6-month contract . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of responsive repairs, planned investment, major works, voids and estate services while developing long-term, high-performing contractor partnerships. The Role Reporting to the Assistant Director of Responsive Repairs & Capital Investment , you will provide operational leadership across a regional portfolio, ensuring high-quality, customer-focused services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational objectives. You will lead a team of Partnering Surveyors while working collaboratively with contractors, residents and senior stakeholders to drive service excellence, value for money and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the regional delivery of planned investment, major works, responsive repairs, voids and estate services. Build and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with key contractors and supply chain partners. Drive contractor performance through effective contract management, KPI monitoring and continuous improvement. Champion customer-focused service delivery, ensuring residents remain at the heart of decision making. Embed organisational values across all partnership arrangements. Develop innovative ways of working to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximise social value. Support procurement, mobilisation and ongoing performance management of new contractors. Manage regional budgets and ensure services are delivered within agreed financial parameters. Ensure full compliance with statutory, contractual and regulatory requirements. Produce performance reports and strategic insights for senior leadership. About You We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Extensive experience managing strategic contractor partnerships within social housing. Strong knowledge of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, major works and voids. Experience leading geographically dispersed surveying or operational teams. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience managing large operational budgets and driving value for money. Knowledge of construction contracts, building defects, housing maintenance and compliance. A proven track record of delivering service improvements, innovation and customer satisfaction. HND (or equivalent) in Construction, Building Surveying, Property, Housing or a related discipline. Full UK Driving Licence. To apply for this position please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on
Property Surveyor 6 Month Contract Part Time- 22.5 hours per week Bristol £46,272- Pro rated A local housing association are looking for an experienced Housing Repairs & Asset Management Professional to join their Property & Compliance team on an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Manage and inspect responsive repairs, voids and larger works. Diagnose and manage damp, mould and condensation issues. Carry out pre and post-inspections and specify remedial works. Manage contractors and monitor quality, cost and performance. Undertake stock condition and HHSRS inspections. Produce technical reports, specifications and recommendations. Ensure works comply with CDM, Building Regulations, H&S and housing legislation. Provide technical support to residents, Housing, Asset Management and Customer Services teams. Requirements Strong social housing/local authority experience. Responsive repairs and building maintenance knowledge. Experience with contractors and Schedules of Rates. Knowledge of HHSRS, Building Regulations and CDM. Excellent communication, reporting and IT skills. Valid UK driving licence. For more information or to apply, please submit your CV or contact Harvey Baker on
Aug 28, 2026
Full time
Property Surveyor 6 Month Contract Part Time- 22.5 hours per week Bristol £46,272- Pro rated A local housing association are looking for an experienced Housing Repairs & Asset Management Professional to join their Property & Compliance team on an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Manage and inspect responsive repairs, voids and larger works. Diagnose and manage damp, mould and condensation issues. Carry out pre and post-inspections and specify remedial works. Manage contractors and monitor quality, cost and performance. Undertake stock condition and HHSRS inspections. Produce technical reports, specifications and recommendations. Ensure works comply with CDM, Building Regulations, H&S and housing legislation. Provide technical support to residents, Housing, Asset Management and Customer Services teams. Requirements Strong social housing/local authority experience. Responsive repairs and building maintenance knowledge. Experience with contractors and Schedules of Rates. Knowledge of HHSRS, Building Regulations and CDM. Excellent communication, reporting and IT skills. Valid UK driving licence. For more information or to apply, please submit your CV or contact Harvey Baker on
Property Surveyor 6 Month Contract Part Time- 22.5 hours per week Bristol 46,272- Pro rated A local housing association are looking for an experienced Housing Repairs & Asset Management Professional to join their Property & Compliance team on an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Manage and inspect responsive repairs, voids and larger works. Diagnose and manage damp, mould and condensation issues. Carry out pre and post-inspections and specify remedial works. Manage contractors and monitor quality, cost and performance. Undertake stock condition and HHSRS inspections. Produce technical reports, specifications and recommendations. Ensure works comply with CDM, Building Regulations, H&S and housing legislation. Provide technical support to residents, Housing, Asset Management and Customer Services teams. Requirements Strong social housing/local authority experience. Responsive repairs and building maintenance knowledge. Experience with contractors and Schedules of Rates. Knowledge of HHSRS, Building Regulations and CDM. Excellent communication, reporting and IT skills. Valid UK driving licence. For more information or to apply, please submit your CV or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
Property Surveyor 6 Month Contract Part Time- 22.5 hours per week Bristol 46,272- Pro rated A local housing association are looking for an experienced Housing Repairs & Asset Management Professional to join their Property & Compliance team on an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities Manage and inspect responsive repairs, voids and larger works. Diagnose and manage damp, mould and condensation issues. Carry out pre and post-inspections and specify remedial works. Manage contractors and monitor quality, cost and performance. Undertake stock condition and HHSRS inspections. Produce technical reports, specifications and recommendations. Ensure works comply with CDM, Building Regulations, H&S and housing legislation. Provide technical support to residents, Housing, Asset Management and Customer Services teams. Requirements Strong social housing/local authority experience. Responsive repairs and building maintenance knowledge. Experience with contractors and Schedules of Rates. Knowledge of HHSRS, Building Regulations and CDM. Excellent communication, reporting and IT skills. Valid UK driving licence. For more information or to apply, please submit your CV or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed)
Our client is currently seeking an experienced Subsidence Engineer. You will mainly deal with properties affected by subsidence. The Role Handle a portfolio of subsidence claims involving landslips, sinkholes/voids and alternative intervention methods, on a project managed basis Attend site to carry out technical assessments and the investigation of claims Determine causation / defect diagnosis and policy liability Decline claims where appropriate Determine nature and extent of damage Prepare / submit full ABI reports, outlining findings and recommendations Oversee complex repair schemes, sub-structure and super-structure Liaise with contractors and all relevant external suppliers Work closely with and support the Contractor Network Review claims and deal with variations Skills / Qualifications Prior subsidence / Loss Adjusting experience preferable Ideally you will be MRICS, MCIOB, C.BuildE qualified although this is not essential Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent customer service, organizational & communication skills Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CVs to Dave Clements at Exchange Street Claims (phone number removed), (url removed), Job Ref: DC1040 For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - (url removed).
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
Our client is currently seeking an experienced Subsidence Engineer. You will mainly deal with properties affected by subsidence. The Role Handle a portfolio of subsidence claims involving landslips, sinkholes/voids and alternative intervention methods, on a project managed basis Attend site to carry out technical assessments and the investigation of claims Determine causation / defect diagnosis and policy liability Decline claims where appropriate Determine nature and extent of damage Prepare / submit full ABI reports, outlining findings and recommendations Oversee complex repair schemes, sub-structure and super-structure Liaise with contractors and all relevant external suppliers Work closely with and support the Contractor Network Review claims and deal with variations Skills / Qualifications Prior subsidence / Loss Adjusting experience preferable Ideally you will be MRICS, MCIOB, C.BuildE qualified although this is not essential Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent customer service, organizational & communication skills Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CVs to Dave Clements at Exchange Street Claims (phone number removed), (url removed), Job Ref: DC1040 For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - (url removed).
Commercial Manager, civil engineering (Gloucestershire) Gloucestershire / Midlands Salary competitive, dependent on experience Car allowance The Opportunity: An established civil engineering principal contractor working across the South West and Midlands, delivering infrastructure, highways, industrial and commercial, flood defence, and bridges and structures projects up to around 20 million. Their work spans local authority frameworks, national highways, and private sector clients, including major housebuilders. They are looking for a Commercial Manager to take overall responsibility for the commercial performance of a portfolio of civil engineering projects, leading a team of surveyors and reporting directly into senior management. This is a role with genuine influence over how projects are commercially run, not just a reporting function. What you will be doing: Leading commercial delivery across a portfolio of civil engineering projects, from tender through to final account Managing and developing a team of quantity surveyors Overseeing contract administration, risk management and dispute avoidance Reviewing and reporting on project cost, margin and cash position to senior management Supporting bid and tender activity, including commercial strategy and pricing review Building and maintaining strong client relationships across frameworks and repeat clients What you will need: Proven commercial management experience within civil engineering, ideally at principal contractor level in the UK Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract forms Experience managing and developing a surveying team Full UK driving licence, given travel across sites in Gloucestershire and the Midlands A degree in quantity surveying, commercial management or a related discipline is preferred, along with membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS or CICES. You must have the right to live and work in the UK You must have UK construction experience What is on offer: Competitive salary, dependent on experience Company vehicle or car allowance Pension and standard benefits package Genuine scope to shape commercial strategy across a varied project portfolio How to Apply: Apply with your CV, or contact Fiona Corbett at Thatcher Associates for a confidential conversation.
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
Commercial Manager, civil engineering (Gloucestershire) Gloucestershire / Midlands Salary competitive, dependent on experience Car allowance The Opportunity: An established civil engineering principal contractor working across the South West and Midlands, delivering infrastructure, highways, industrial and commercial, flood defence, and bridges and structures projects up to around 20 million. Their work spans local authority frameworks, national highways, and private sector clients, including major housebuilders. They are looking for a Commercial Manager to take overall responsibility for the commercial performance of a portfolio of civil engineering projects, leading a team of surveyors and reporting directly into senior management. This is a role with genuine influence over how projects are commercially run, not just a reporting function. What you will be doing: Leading commercial delivery across a portfolio of civil engineering projects, from tender through to final account Managing and developing a team of quantity surveyors Overseeing contract administration, risk management and dispute avoidance Reviewing and reporting on project cost, margin and cash position to senior management Supporting bid and tender activity, including commercial strategy and pricing review Building and maintaining strong client relationships across frameworks and repeat clients What you will need: Proven commercial management experience within civil engineering, ideally at principal contractor level in the UK Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contract forms Experience managing and developing a surveying team Full UK driving licence, given travel across sites in Gloucestershire and the Midlands A degree in quantity surveying, commercial management or a related discipline is preferred, along with membership of a relevant professional body such as RICS or CICES. You must have the right to live and work in the UK You must have UK construction experience What is on offer: Competitive salary, dependent on experience Company vehicle or car allowance Pension and standard benefits package Genuine scope to shape commercial strategy across a varied project portfolio How to Apply: Apply with your CV, or contact Fiona Corbett at Thatcher Associates for a confidential conversation.
We are looking for a talented Managing Quantity Surveyor who has the skills and necessary experience to challenge, engage, influence and drive change. This is an integral and exciting opportunity lead a dedicated and enthusiastic team of Quantity Surveyors essential to the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £400m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in ensure we deliver value and life's essential service to Customers. What you'll be doing as a Managing Quantity Surveyor Ensuring that Contractual Compliance is maintained on all Contracts Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place, reviewed and monitored for your Delivery Area and Team to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as second point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary Developing and Advising on Procurement Strategies for your Delivery Area Assisting the Procurement and Supplier Management Team with the implementation of robust commercial processes with their Third-Party Suppliers and providing them with commercial support as and when required Commercial Relationship management with Direct Delivery Contractors Performance Reporting and Management of Team Ensure that in-life supplier value for money can be demonstrated Providing data for cost database to support estimating and Business Planning Management and development of Team Members including their progression towards chartership Ensuring that all payments are properly certified and processed in line with contracts Advising on the overall management and optimisation of budgets and spend Advising on Contractual duties and other tasks under assigned Contracts Providing Commercial Dispute Advice and resolving claims as required Ensure Team always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals. Supporting the Head of Commercial with the resolution of disputes and departmental strategy, as necessary. Base Location: Hybrid - Reading Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Hold a degree or a master's in quantity surveying or equivalent Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields Be competent in line managing a team of up to 40 Quantity Surveyors of all levels and developing them to success Extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects both pre and post-contract Have experience in negotiating with suppliers on all commercial and contractual matters and applying judgment as to what constitutes an acceptable level of contractual risk and supply resilience Have strong Communication and the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure Hold a full UK Driving license and have your transport You will need to be a good team player, who enjoys working as part of a busy team Chartered or detailed knowledge of the RICS Knowledge of water regulation (incl. OFWAT Price review methodology) would be desirable What's in it for you? You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts. Competitive salary depending on experience Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Private Medical Health Care Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 26, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a talented Managing Quantity Surveyor who has the skills and necessary experience to challenge, engage, influence and drive change. This is an integral and exciting opportunity lead a dedicated and enthusiastic team of Quantity Surveyors essential to the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £400m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in ensure we deliver value and life's essential service to Customers. What you'll be doing as a Managing Quantity Surveyor Ensuring that Contractual Compliance is maintained on all Contracts Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place, reviewed and monitored for your Delivery Area and Team to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and act as second point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary Developing and Advising on Procurement Strategies for your Delivery Area Assisting the Procurement and Supplier Management Team with the implementation of robust commercial processes with their Third-Party Suppliers and providing them with commercial support as and when required Commercial Relationship management with Direct Delivery Contractors Performance Reporting and Management of Team Ensure that in-life supplier value for money can be demonstrated Providing data for cost database to support estimating and Business Planning Management and development of Team Members including their progression towards chartership Ensuring that all payments are properly certified and processed in line with contracts Advising on the overall management and optimisation of budgets and spend Advising on Contractual duties and other tasks under assigned Contracts Providing Commercial Dispute Advice and resolving claims as required Ensure Team always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals. Supporting the Head of Commercial with the resolution of disputes and departmental strategy, as necessary. Base Location: Hybrid - Reading Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Hold a degree or a master's in quantity surveying or equivalent Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields Be competent in line managing a team of up to 40 Quantity Surveyors of all levels and developing them to success Extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects both pre and post-contract Have experience in negotiating with suppliers on all commercial and contractual matters and applying judgment as to what constitutes an acceptable level of contractual risk and supply resilience Have strong Communication and the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure Hold a full UK Driving license and have your transport You will need to be a good team player, who enjoys working as part of a busy team Chartered or detailed knowledge of the RICS Knowledge of water regulation (incl. OFWAT Price review methodology) would be desirable What's in it for you? You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts. Competitive salary depending on experience Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Private Medical Health Care Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Opportunity with a London local authority, ideal for candidates with social housing, voids, repairs, maintenance, compliance admin, Excel, SharePoint and Teams experience. Quick Apply Opportunity Are you an organised administrator with housing, repairs or property data experience? This is a great short-term contract with the possibility of extension based on strong performance, supporting the smooth turnaround of empty homes. You'll keep voids records accurate, trackers updated and teams informed, helping the service stay on top of key property updates from day one. What You'll Do Update voids trackers, records and housing/repairs systems. Maintain accurate data across IWorld, SharePoint and Teams. Track status changes, completion dates and key notes. Flag missing or inconsistent information quickly. Support surveyors, managers and operational teams with admin and reporting. What We're Looking For Strong administration and data accuracy skills. Experience in housing, repairs, voids, maintenance or property services. Confident using Excel, Outlook, Teams and trackers/databases. Organised, proactive and able to manage busy workloads. Clear communicator who can liaise with internal teams and contractors. Why Apply? £22.78ph Umbrella Immediate local authority housing experience Hands-on exposure to voids, repairs and compliance admin Ideal for someone who can hit the ground running Apply Now If you're a detail-focused administrator ready for your next contract, apply now with your CV for immediate consideration. DBHRSolutions is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Aug 26, 2026
Contractor
Opportunity with a London local authority, ideal for candidates with social housing, voids, repairs, maintenance, compliance admin, Excel, SharePoint and Teams experience. Quick Apply Opportunity Are you an organised administrator with housing, repairs or property data experience? This is a great short-term contract with the possibility of extension based on strong performance, supporting the smooth turnaround of empty homes. You'll keep voids records accurate, trackers updated and teams informed, helping the service stay on top of key property updates from day one. What You'll Do Update voids trackers, records and housing/repairs systems. Maintain accurate data across IWorld, SharePoint and Teams. Track status changes, completion dates and key notes. Flag missing or inconsistent information quickly. Support surveyors, managers and operational teams with admin and reporting. What We're Looking For Strong administration and data accuracy skills. Experience in housing, repairs, voids, maintenance or property services. Confident using Excel, Outlook, Teams and trackers/databases. Organised, proactive and able to manage busy workloads. Clear communicator who can liaise with internal teams and contractors. Why Apply? £22.78ph Umbrella Immediate local authority housing experience Hands-on exposure to voids, repairs and compliance admin Ideal for someone who can hit the ground running Apply Now If you're a detail-focused administrator ready for your next contract, apply now with your CV for immediate consideration. DBHRSolutions is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
As a Maintenance Surveyor, you'll deliver repairs and voids maintenance services for properties in your allocated patch, collaborating with our teams and contractors to provide our customers with high-quality, timely repairs. Your proactive approach and commitment to excellence will inspire others and make sure our property services are constantly improving. The role is a mixture of site visits and desk-based work. You'll visit customer homes to understand their repairs needs, using your expert knowledge of the make-up of domestic buildings, HHSRS and schedule of rates to qualify repairs. You'll raise the repairs on our bespoke Housing Management System and update the customer account through to the completion of the works. You'll also uphold our Empty Homes (Voids) standard to deliver first-class quality homes in a timely manner. In line with Awaab's Law, you'll play a key role in identifying and addressing hazards such as damp and mould promptly and effectively, ensuring that health-related repairs are not delayed. Your understanding of housing disrepair will be essential in ensuring compliance, protecting customer wellbeing, and reducing risk. Through your collaboration with contractors, housing teams, and internal colleagues, you'll help improve service efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and contribute to Accent's mission of providing quality homes and services.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
As a Maintenance Surveyor, you'll deliver repairs and voids maintenance services for properties in your allocated patch, collaborating with our teams and contractors to provide our customers with high-quality, timely repairs. Your proactive approach and commitment to excellence will inspire others and make sure our property services are constantly improving. The role is a mixture of site visits and desk-based work. You'll visit customer homes to understand their repairs needs, using your expert knowledge of the make-up of domestic buildings, HHSRS and schedule of rates to qualify repairs. You'll raise the repairs on our bespoke Housing Management System and update the customer account through to the completion of the works. You'll also uphold our Empty Homes (Voids) standard to deliver first-class quality homes in a timely manner. In line with Awaab's Law, you'll play a key role in identifying and addressing hazards such as damp and mould promptly and effectively, ensuring that health-related repairs are not delayed. Your understanding of housing disrepair will be essential in ensuring compliance, protecting customer wellbeing, and reducing risk. Through your collaboration with contractors, housing teams, and internal colleagues, you'll help improve service efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and contribute to Accent's mission of providing quality homes and services.
Voids Surveyor - Croydon Council Adecco Public Sector is proud to be working with Croydon Council as they seek to recruit a number of permanent roles into their Housing Directorate. Join the dynamic and forward-thinking team at the London Borough of Croydon, the most populous borough in London, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. As part of our ongoing transformation driven by the Mayor's Business Plan, we are committed to creating a place of opportunity, improving financial sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Background Croydon Council has made major strides in transforming its housing services, investing over £30 million in home upgrades, launching a new repairs contact centre, and completing stock condition surveys on 86% of homes. With a £166 million regeneration of Regina Road underway and a strong focus on safety, customer care, and resident-led change, Croydon is committed to delivering high-quality homes and services as part of its Future Croydon 2024-29 programme. Your New Role As Voids Surveyor, you will support the Voids Manager in delivering high-quality services across Croydon's housing stock. You will inspect empty properties, categorise voids, identify required repairs, and ensure works are completed to the minimum lettable standard within agreed timescales. You will manage contractor performance, approve variations, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and CDM regulations. This role involves significant site work, managing complex customer needs, and working collaboratively with contractors and internal teams to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. What You'll Need to Succeed Strong technical knowledge of building construction and maintenance. Experience in responsive repairs and void property management. Excellent customer care and communication skills. Ability to manage budgets and deliver value-for-money solutions. Full UK driving licence and ability to work flexibly. Qualifications HNC or trade qualifications in building construction (desirable). Health & Safety knowledge. IT literacy and experience using Microsoft Office. What You'll Get in Return Croydon Council offers: Up to 30 days annual leave. Flexible working arrangements. Professional development opportunities. Access to health and wellness initiatives. Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). How to Apply For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Adecco: Sam Duggan - (see below) Or apply online today by submitting your CV and covering letter. Closing date: 25th January 2026 Interviews: 2nd February 2026 Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
Aug 25, 2026
Contractor
Voids Surveyor - Croydon Council Adecco Public Sector is proud to be working with Croydon Council as they seek to recruit a number of permanent roles into their Housing Directorate. Join the dynamic and forward-thinking team at the London Borough of Croydon, the most populous borough in London, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. As part of our ongoing transformation driven by the Mayor's Business Plan, we are committed to creating a place of opportunity, improving financial sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents. Background Croydon Council has made major strides in transforming its housing services, investing over £30 million in home upgrades, launching a new repairs contact centre, and completing stock condition surveys on 86% of homes. With a £166 million regeneration of Regina Road underway and a strong focus on safety, customer care, and resident-led change, Croydon is committed to delivering high-quality homes and services as part of its Future Croydon 2024-29 programme. Your New Role As Voids Surveyor, you will support the Voids Manager in delivering high-quality services across Croydon's housing stock. You will inspect empty properties, categorise voids, identify required repairs, and ensure works are completed to the minimum lettable standard within agreed timescales. You will manage contractor performance, approve variations, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and CDM regulations. This role involves significant site work, managing complex customer needs, and working collaboratively with contractors and internal teams to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction. What You'll Need to Succeed Strong technical knowledge of building construction and maintenance. Experience in responsive repairs and void property management. Excellent customer care and communication skills. Ability to manage budgets and deliver value-for-money solutions. Full UK driving licence and ability to work flexibly. Qualifications HNC or trade qualifications in building construction (desirable). Health & Safety knowledge. IT literacy and experience using Microsoft Office. What You'll Get in Return Croydon Council offers: Up to 30 days annual leave. Flexible working arrangements. Professional development opportunities. Access to health and wellness initiatives. Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). How to Apply For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Adecco: Sam Duggan - (see below) Or apply online today by submitting your CV and covering letter. Closing date: 25th January 2026 Interviews: 2nd February 2026 Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
ENGINEER SURVEYOR Job Title: Engineer Surveyor (Lifting & Crane Equipment) Location: Covering the London Area (Must Live within the M25) Salary: Basic from £42,500 (includes London Weighting) plus Car Allowance and a Excellent Benefits Package Shift: Days, Monday Friday, Flexible Working Hours Job Role of the Engineer Surveyor. A standout opportunity has become available for a Engineer Surveyor to join a leading inspection consultancy. Our client is looking for Engineers with a background of working on or with equipment such as forklifts, mobile elevated working platforms, passenger lifts and cranes and looking for something different in their career. You will be responsible for inspection to help identify defects and help prevent potential, avoidable defects and complete detailed reports.You will be required to make sure all customers are compliant with LOLER / PUWAR regulations and provide excellent levels of customer service. Sector Inspection (Field Service) Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Engineer Surveyor Minimum Level 3 Engineering based qualification. Hands on experience with or on different pieces of lifting equipment including forklifts, platforms, passenger lifts, cranes, plant equipment (diggers, dumpers), military vehicles or aircraft. Requirements for the Engineer Surveyor Strong mechanical fault-finding skills. Mechanical engineering qualification, NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent. Experience working on or with various pieces of lifting equipment within manufacturing, military, marine, distribution or field service environments. Must live within the M25. Desirable Requirements for the Engineer Surveyor Excellent knowledge of LOLER/PUWAR Regulations. The Engineer Surveyor will benefit from: Employment with a stable and well-established organisation. Competitive benefits package (Worth £59,376 with Basic Salary). Excellent, ongoing training and development opportunities. 95% of the management team within the organisation have developed from a Surveyor position. Paid from door to door and working Monday Friday on flexible working hours. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Andrew McFarlane at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
ENGINEER SURVEYOR Job Title: Engineer Surveyor (Lifting & Crane Equipment) Location: Covering the London Area (Must Live within the M25) Salary: Basic from £42,500 (includes London Weighting) plus Car Allowance and a Excellent Benefits Package Shift: Days, Monday Friday, Flexible Working Hours Job Role of the Engineer Surveyor. A standout opportunity has become available for a Engineer Surveyor to join a leading inspection consultancy. Our client is looking for Engineers with a background of working on or with equipment such as forklifts, mobile elevated working platforms, passenger lifts and cranes and looking for something different in their career. You will be responsible for inspection to help identify defects and help prevent potential, avoidable defects and complete detailed reports.You will be required to make sure all customers are compliant with LOLER / PUWAR regulations and provide excellent levels of customer service. Sector Inspection (Field Service) Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Engineer Surveyor Minimum Level 3 Engineering based qualification. Hands on experience with or on different pieces of lifting equipment including forklifts, platforms, passenger lifts, cranes, plant equipment (diggers, dumpers), military vehicles or aircraft. Requirements for the Engineer Surveyor Strong mechanical fault-finding skills. Mechanical engineering qualification, NVQ Level 3 or Equivalent. Experience working on or with various pieces of lifting equipment within manufacturing, military, marine, distribution or field service environments. Must live within the M25. Desirable Requirements for the Engineer Surveyor Excellent knowledge of LOLER/PUWAR Regulations. The Engineer Surveyor will benefit from: Employment with a stable and well-established organisation. Competitive benefits package (Worth £59,376 with Basic Salary). Excellent, ongoing training and development opportunities. 95% of the management team within the organisation have developed from a Surveyor position. Paid from door to door and working Monday Friday on flexible working hours. If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Andrew McFarlane at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply please see our website for further details.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to support a major infrastructure programme within the EKFB supply chain. This role will focus on the audit, verification and review of subcontractor costs, providing independent commercial assurance and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. The successful candidate will possess significant experience in rail infrastructure projects, strong commercial audit capabilities, and a thorough understanding of NEC contracts. Responsibilities Review, audit and verify subcontractor costs, applications and supporting records. Assess the validity of cost submissions, compensation events and change-related claims. Provide robust commercial challenge and assurance across the supply chain. Ensure compliance with NEC contractual obligations and commercial governance procedures. Analyse cost data and identify commercial risks, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement. Produce detailed audit reports and recommendations for project stakeholders. Support dispute avoidance and resolution through evidence-based commercial assessments. Work collaboratively with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to maintain cost transparency and commercial integrity. Requirements Extensive experience operating as a Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure projects. Proven track record in cost verification, commercial auditing and subcontractor cost review. Strong rail sector experience. Excellent knowledge and practical application of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts. Experience working within large and complex supply chains. Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Ability to challenge commercial submissions in a constructive and professional manner. Experience working on HS2, EKFB or similar major infrastructure programmes. Professional qualification such as MRICS, MCICES or equivalent. Experience of target cost contracts and cost reimbursable mechanisms. Contract- 550 P/day inside IR35 Perm - 80k Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to support a major infrastructure programme within the EKFB supply chain. This role will focus on the audit, verification and review of subcontractor costs, providing independent commercial assurance and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. The successful candidate will possess significant experience in rail infrastructure projects, strong commercial audit capabilities, and a thorough understanding of NEC contracts. Responsibilities Review, audit and verify subcontractor costs, applications and supporting records. Assess the validity of cost submissions, compensation events and change-related claims. Provide robust commercial challenge and assurance across the supply chain. Ensure compliance with NEC contractual obligations and commercial governance procedures. Analyse cost data and identify commercial risks, discrepancies and opportunities for improvement. Produce detailed audit reports and recommendations for project stakeholders. Support dispute avoidance and resolution through evidence-based commercial assessments. Work collaboratively with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to maintain cost transparency and commercial integrity. Requirements Extensive experience operating as a Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure projects. Proven track record in cost verification, commercial auditing and subcontractor cost review. Strong rail sector experience. Excellent knowledge and practical application of NEC3 and/or NEC4 contracts. Experience working within large and complex supply chains. Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Ability to challenge commercial submissions in a constructive and professional manner. Experience working on HS2, EKFB or similar major infrastructure programmes. Professional qualification such as MRICS, MCICES or equivalent. Experience of target cost contracts and cost reimbursable mechanisms. Contract- 550 P/day inside IR35 Perm - 80k Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Location: Office-based, Monday-Friday (09:00-18:00) Overview My client is seeking an experienced Chartered Commercial Property Manager (MRICS) to join their growing team. This is a key role responsible for managing a diverse property portfolio (office, industrial, retail), optimising asset performance, and providing expert advice across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical surveying expertise with commercial awareness and a proactive approach to property and asset management. Key Responsibilities Take full responsibility for a portfolio of commercial properties, maintaining a detailed understanding of income, lease events, opportunities, and local market conditions. Apply high-level professional surveying skills as part of the commercial property team. Provide expert property and estate management advice to internal stakeholders across the business. Deliver a full range of property management services, including: Tenant liaison Accounts enquiries Rent arrears management Carry out regular site inspections and ensure assets are well maintained and compliant. Manage all day-to-day landlord and tenant matters, including: Lettings and leasing Rent reviews and lease renewals Assignments, sub-letting, and alterations Budgeting and financial forecasting Lead on letting vacant properties and minimising void periods. Manage and administer service charge budgets and recovery where applicable. Oversee refurbishment and improvement projects (capital and revenue), liaising closely with the building surveyor. Build and maintain strong working relationships with tenants, on-site staff, and internal teams. Support property acquisitions and disposals, including both planned and opportunistic transactions. Negotiate easements and wayleaves as required. Maintain accurate and up-to-date property records and database information. Manage vacant properties and sites pending development. Prepare and present reports covering key asset management areas such as: Voids Arrears Rent reviews Lease renewals Dilapidations Projects Contribute to the preparation and delivery of capital expenditure strategies. Candidate Requirements MRICS qualified (essential) Proven experience in commercial property management Strong working knowledge of landlord & tenant matters and lease structures Excellent negotiation and communication skills Commercially astute with a proactive and solutions-driven approach Ability to manage multiple assets and projects simultaneously Strong organisational skills and attention to detail This is a great chance for a property manager looking 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Location: Office-based, Monday-Friday (09:00-18:00) Overview My client is seeking an experienced Chartered Commercial Property Manager (MRICS) to join their growing team. This is a key role responsible for managing a diverse property portfolio (office, industrial, retail), optimising asset performance, and providing expert advice across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical surveying expertise with commercial awareness and a proactive approach to property and asset management. Key Responsibilities Take full responsibility for a portfolio of commercial properties, maintaining a detailed understanding of income, lease events, opportunities, and local market conditions. Apply high-level professional surveying skills as part of the commercial property team. Provide expert property and estate management advice to internal stakeholders across the business. Deliver a full range of property management services, including: Tenant liaison Accounts enquiries Rent arrears management Carry out regular site inspections and ensure assets are well maintained and compliant. Manage all day-to-day landlord and tenant matters, including: Lettings and leasing Rent reviews and lease renewals Assignments, sub-letting, and alterations Budgeting and financial forecasting Lead on letting vacant properties and minimising void periods. Manage and administer service charge budgets and recovery where applicable. Oversee refurbishment and improvement projects (capital and revenue), liaising closely with the building surveyor. Build and maintain strong working relationships with tenants, on-site staff, and internal teams. Support property acquisitions and disposals, including both planned and opportunistic transactions. Negotiate easements and wayleaves as required. Maintain accurate and up-to-date property records and database information. Manage vacant properties and sites pending development. Prepare and present reports covering key asset management areas such as: Voids Arrears Rent reviews Lease renewals Dilapidations Projects Contribute to the preparation and delivery of capital expenditure strategies. Candidate Requirements MRICS qualified (essential) Proven experience in commercial property management Strong working knowledge of landlord & tenant matters and lease structures Excellent negotiation and communication skills Commercially astute with a proactive and solutions-driven approach Ability to manage multiple assets and projects simultaneously Strong organisational skills and attention to detail This is a great chance for a property manager looking 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects with minimal supervision to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as a Project Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Challenge, negotiating and agreeing Project Tenders on assigned Portfolio. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects. Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time under the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored on your Projects to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and advising stakeholders if any non-performance is identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spend on the portfolio of Projects Attending monthly site meetings on-site. Data Collecting the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Supporting the Senior, Principal or Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Have extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects, both pre and post-contract. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying of equivalent. Have a desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status. Be confident in negotiation and have some dispute resolution skills. Understand water regulation (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Be excellent at building and maintaining relationships. Have strong communication skills. Mentor junior team members. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £54,000 to £64,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for managing a portfolio of projects with minimal supervision to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as a Project Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Challenge, negotiating and agreeing Project Tenders on assigned Portfolio. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects. Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time under the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored on your Projects to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and advising stakeholders if any non-performance is identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spend on the portfolio of Projects Attending monthly site meetings on-site. Data Collecting the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Supporting the Senior, Principal or Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Have extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects, both pre and post-contract. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying of equivalent. Have a desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status. Be confident in negotiation and have some dispute resolution skills. Understand water regulation (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Be excellent at building and maintaining relationships. Have strong communication skills. Mentor junior team members. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £54,000 to £64,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for managing a team of QSs who are responsible for ensuring that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance on a portfolio of projects. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as a Senior Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing Contractual advice and support to Delivery Teams. Management of Team Members. Accountable for ensuring that the team carries out the following. Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time Data Collection of Projects Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and advising stakeholders if any non-performance is identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects. Data Collection of the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid. Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Have extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects, both pre- and post-contract. Have recent experience in managing a QS Team. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Have strong Communication and Stakeholder Management skills. Be confident in negotiation and have applied dispute resolution skills. Knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Knowledge of Risks associated with the delivery of projects and contracts. Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £65,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment. Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who will be responsible for managing a team of QSs who are responsible for ensuring that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance on a portfolio of projects. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as a Senior Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing Contractual advice and support to Delivery Teams. Management of Team Members. Accountable for ensuring that the team carries out the following. Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time Data Collection of Projects Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained and advising stakeholders if any non-performance is identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects. Data Collection of the relevant Contracts on the assigned portfolio. Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid. Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Have extensive experience in commercially managing a portfolio of projects, both pre- and post-contract. Have recent experience in managing a QS Team. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Have strong Communication and Stakeholder Management skills. Be confident in negotiation and have applied dispute resolution skills. Knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Knowledge of Risks associated with the delivery of projects and contracts. Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £65,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment. Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who will work on a portfolio of projects under the supervision of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor Supporting with the Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Challenge and agreement of small-value project Tenders. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects. Assessing Variations under the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio. Attending site meetings on site. Data collecting the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Practical Work Experience. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Have the desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status. Some knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Be good at building and maintaining relationships. Have good communication skills. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £30,000 to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who will work on a portfolio of projects under the supervision of a Senior Quantity Surveyor to ensure that value for money is achieved alongside contractual compliance. You could have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects ranging in contractor value from £25k to £200M during your career at Thames Water. What you'll be doing as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor Supporting with the Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Challenge and agreement of small-value project Tenders. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given portfolio of Projects. Assessing Variations under the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio. Attending site meetings on site. Data collecting the relevant Contracts on assigned portfolio. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Practical Work Experience. Hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. Have the desire to work towards gaining Chartered Status. Some knowledge of water regulation. (incl. OFWAT Price Review methodology) Be good at building and maintaining relationships. Have good communication skills. Hold a full UK Driving license and have your own transport. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £30,000 to £42,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Administrator to become part of our growing Quantity Surveying Team, supporting a network of suppliers on our Capital Delivery Frameworks. You will work closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors playing an important role in processing payments applications and helping to assure the processes we use to delivery our projects. What you'll be doing as a Commercial Administrator This entry-level role is perfect for anyone who enjoys commercial administrative work, offering the change to develop key skills while working both independently and as part of a supportive team. Supporting the Commercial Administration of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing support on Contract Activities with support from Senior Staff for assigned Areas. Compiling and submitting Cashflow Forecasts for assigned Areas. Supporting Contract and Commercial Compliance Reviews including assurance of CEMAR and SAP Systems. Responsible for raising and tracking POs and payments to ensure they are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given Delivery Area and / or Contractors. Highlighting any potential risk or quality issues with Team commercial activities. Supporting the production of the Monthly Commercial Performance Reports. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Practical Work Experience. A Level Maths or equivalent qualification. Sharp Eye for Detail and strong focus on accuracy. Experience of working with data and learning new systems and tools. Customer service experience awareness. Organisational and Time Management Skills. Clear communication skills both in writing and in person. Be good at maintaining relationships. Awareness of commercial environment and requirements to manage contracts. Experience of working independently and managing tasks that support business processes. Ideally, some awareness of utilities and / or water sector. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £24,000 to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Administrator to become part of our growing Quantity Surveying Team, supporting a network of suppliers on our Capital Delivery Frameworks. You will work closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors playing an important role in processing payments applications and helping to assure the processes we use to delivery our projects. What you'll be doing as a Commercial Administrator This entry-level role is perfect for anyone who enjoys commercial administrative work, offering the change to develop key skills while working both independently and as part of a supportive team. Supporting the Commercial Administration of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing support on Contract Activities with support from Senior Staff for assigned Areas. Compiling and submitting Cashflow Forecasts for assigned Areas. Supporting Contract and Commercial Compliance Reviews including assurance of CEMAR and SAP Systems. Responsible for raising and tracking POs and payments to ensure they are made on time and in accordance with the Contract for your given Delivery Area and / or Contractors. Highlighting any potential risk or quality issues with Team commercial activities. Supporting the production of the Monthly Commercial Performance Reports. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need is: Practical Work Experience. A Level Maths or equivalent qualification. Sharp Eye for Detail and strong focus on accuracy. Experience of working with data and learning new systems and tools. Customer service experience awareness. Organisational and Time Management Skills. Clear communication skills both in writing and in person. Be good at maintaining relationships. Awareness of commercial environment and requirements to manage contracts. Experience of working independently and managing tasks that support business processes. Ideally, some awareness of utilities and / or water sector. What's in it for you? Competitive salary from £24,000 to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays) Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets Generous Pension Scheme through AON Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Water Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process . If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know , we're here to help and support . When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us deliver life's essential service to Customers. What you'll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams. Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk. Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership. Accountable for ensuring that the team carries out the following: Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract. Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time. Data Collection of Projects. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained, and act as the first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate terms and conditions. Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents. Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals. Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects. Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Hold a degree or a master's in quantity surveying or equivalent. Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields. Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success. Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties. Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition. Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure. What's in it for you? You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts. Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
We are thrilled to offer a Principal Quantity Surveyor an extraordinary opportunity to lead a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors essential to supporting the successful delivery of Major Projects and Programmes in AMP8 at Thames Water. You will oversee a contractor programme value of up to £200m per annum in AMP8, playing a vital role in helping us deliver life's essential service to Customers. What you'll be doing as a Principal Quantity Surveyor Providing Commercial Assurance of Major Projects and Programmes Contracts. Providing Contractual advice and guidance to the delivery teams. Ensure cost management against the budget, highlighting commercial challenges early, including managing and reporting on contingency/risk. Management and development of Team Members, including their progression towards chartership. Accountable for ensuring that the team carries out the following: Challenging and agreeing on Project Tenders. Ensuring that payments are made on time and in accordance with the Contract. Assessing the Quantum of Change and/or Extension of Time. Data Collection of Projects. Auditing and agreeing on Project Accounts. Ensuring that appropriate processes are in place and monitored for your Delivery Area to ensure that Contractual Compliance is maintained, and act as the first point of escalation should any non-performance be identified and corrective actions implemented as necessary. Supporting procurement by ensuring Suppliers and Contractors are engaged under the most appropriate terms and conditions. Provide commercial support during the procurement of the contracts, including assisting in preparing tender documents. Ensure we always maintain financial governance and provide expert input to financial and contract governance proposals. Advising and supporting the management and optimisation of budgets and spending on the portfolio of Projects. Supporting the Principal and Managing Quantity Surveyor with the resolution of Claims as necessary. Base Location: Reading - Hybrid. Maple Lodge - Hybrid Working Pattern or hours: 36 Hours What you should bring to the role To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are: Hold a degree or a master's in quantity surveying or equivalent. Have a background in working in the civil engineering sector, such as transportation, nuclear, utilities or similar fields. Be competent in line managing a small team and developing them to success. Experience in both pre & post contract quantity surveying duties. Strong Communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as well as the ability to bring numerous stakeholders together to bring opportunities to fruition. Self-starter, resilient and tenacious under pressure. What's in it for you? You will be a part of a highly professional Quantity Surveying team empowered to make decisions and responsible for all commercial aspects of their contracts. Competitive salary from £76,000 to £86,000 per annum, depending on experience. Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays) Car Allowance. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets. Generous Pension Scheme through AON. Private Medical Health Care. Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment) Who are we? We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It's a big job, and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world's water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more. We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we're here to help and support. When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Strategic Partnership Manager 69,007 per annum + 4385 car allowance Full time, 37.5 hours per week Permanent Fully remote with ad hoc travel across the South East of England Sellick Partnership are supporting a Social Housing provider with the recruitment of a Strategic Partnership Manager role to lead regional delivery of planned investment, major works, and responsive repairs across a diverse housing portfolio. Daily duties of the Strategic Partnership Manager: Oversee regional delivery of planned investment programmes, component replacements, cyclical redecoration, and major works Lead operational management of responsive repairs, voids, and estate services contracts across the region Build and maintain strategic partnerships with contractors to ensure aligned values, resilience, and quality service delivery Manage and support a team of Partnering Surveyors, ensuring consistent performance and professional development Collaborate with residents and customer groups to shape service outcomes and improve satisfaction Monitor contract compliance, KPIs, and budget performance across all service areas Essential requirements of the Strategic Partnership Manager: Experience managing housing or property service contracts and strategic partnerships Previously worked within Social Housing Knowledge of building components, legislation, and contract management HND or equivalent in construction, housing, or property Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel If you are interested in the role of the Strategic Partnership Manager then please apply now, for more information contact Harry Rigby at the Sellick Partnership Derby office Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Oct 29, 2025
Full time
Strategic Partnership Manager 69,007 per annum + 4385 car allowance Full time, 37.5 hours per week Permanent Fully remote with ad hoc travel across the South East of England Sellick Partnership are supporting a Social Housing provider with the recruitment of a Strategic Partnership Manager role to lead regional delivery of planned investment, major works, and responsive repairs across a diverse housing portfolio. Daily duties of the Strategic Partnership Manager: Oversee regional delivery of planned investment programmes, component replacements, cyclical redecoration, and major works Lead operational management of responsive repairs, voids, and estate services contracts across the region Build and maintain strategic partnerships with contractors to ensure aligned values, resilience, and quality service delivery Manage and support a team of Partnering Surveyors, ensuring consistent performance and professional development Collaborate with residents and customer groups to shape service outcomes and improve satisfaction Monitor contract compliance, KPIs, and budget performance across all service areas Essential requirements of the Strategic Partnership Manager: Experience managing housing or property service contracts and strategic partnerships Previously worked within Social Housing Knowledge of building components, legislation, and contract management HND or equivalent in construction, housing, or property Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel If you are interested in the role of the Strategic Partnership Manager then please apply now, for more information contact Harry Rigby at the Sellick Partnership Derby office Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
