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Brief Outline
We are currently looking for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established, multi disciplined contractor on the groundworks side of the business, with projects across the London and South East region.


About our Client
The company are based in Essex and have been operating for over 25 years. They work in varied sectors including new build housing, local authority, and commercial construction and already have a long pipeline of work ahead for the this year and next already.

The business has a young, dynamic and energetic senior management team with a strong business plan in place.

About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious qualified Trainee Quantity Surveyor with ambition to progress to a more senior role within the company’s commercial team in the future.

Duties and responsibilities will include;
Working with the Commercial Manager to ensure successful delivery of projects
Undertaking costing analysis, take-offs and procurement schedules
Monthly reporting
Applications for payment
Identifying and negotiating variations
Material requisitions to the Buying department
Attend meetings with clients and colleagues
Approve Sub-Contractor valuations
Final Account agreements


About the Candidate
NC/ HND / Degree in a construction related field
Wider knowledge of the construction industry
Familiar with site visits and client facing activity
Excellent analytical skills are essential, as are numeracy, literacy and communication skills in English
Computer literacy in MS Office, Project
Points of Appeal



Competitive salary and package
Prospects of progression to a more senior position in the company’s commercial team
Continual training and progress from an established commercial team
Established contractor with a long pipeline of work and large varied client base

Freelance Industrial Scaffolding Health & Safety Manager

Brief Outline

An industry leading company in the scaffolding sector requires a Freelance Health & Safety Manager on site for a energy plant project for a 1 year+ contract in the Essex area.

The client is looking for someone who has a background in industrial scaffolding work, a NEBOSH qualification and background in a H&S role.

About our Client

The client has been active in the scaffolding sector for over 25 years with an established client base and consistent work across the UK.

About the Role

Compile Site Audits and Safety Reports
Ensure all RAMS are continually updated and correctly implemented
Ensure full accident investigation duties are completed
Compile ongoing records of inspection findings
Involvement with client contact and site meetings
Reporting into Group H&S Director
Assist with in-house training with managers and employees about health and safety issues and risks.
About the Candidate

Previous experience in overseeing scaffolding works from a H&S background or management background
NEBOSH qualification
Flexible self-starter with ability to prioritise
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant Health and Safety guidelines
Points of Appeal

Very competitive rate and ongoing contract on flagship project
Working with a market leading contractor