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We are seeking an experienced M&E Site Manager (Electrical Bias) to join our team on a commercial construction project. This is a key site-based role responsible for overseeing the mechanical and electrical installation works, with a strong focus on electrical packages. You will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Electrical Manager Key Responsibilities * Manage and coordinate all M&E activities on site, with particular oversight of electrical installations * Supervise subcontractors and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and programme * Chair site coordination meetings and liaise with the main contractor, consultants, and client representatives * Monitor progress against programme and report regularly to the Project Manager * Ensure all works are delivered in line with H&S regulations and company procedures * Oversee commissioning and handover processes * Manage quality control, inspections, and snagging * Maintain accurate site documentation and reporting via R DRIVE Electrical Manager Requirements * Black ECS * SMSTS * Proven experience as an M&E Site Manager on commercial projects * Strong electrical background (trade or engineering qualification preferred) * Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors and site teams * Confident and competent using R DRIVE for documentation, reporting, and project tracking * Strong understanding of H&S regulations and site compliance requirements * Excellent communication and leadership skills * Ability to drive programme and resolve site issues proactively If you are an experienced M&E Site Manager with a strong electrical bias and are confident using R DRIVE, we would like to hear from you. To apply: Please send your CV below

Helpdesk Administrator | Enfield | £27,000 per annum Social Housing – Reactive Maintenance & Repairs Are you a proactive administrator with a passion for customer service We are seeking a Helpdesk Administrator to join a leading Property Services company based in Enfield. You will be at the heart of the operations team, ensuring that essential maintenance repairs are delivered to social housing residents across London. This is a permanent, fast-paced role that requires excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment. THE OFFER Salary: £27,000 per annum Location: Enfield (North London) Sector: Property Services / Social Housing Maintenance Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Contract: Permanent THE ROLE As a Helpdesk Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for residents, clients, and trade operatives. Your goal is to ensure that every repair request is handled efficiently, from the initial call to the final sign-off. Key Responsibilities: Call Handling: Acting as the first point of contact for residents reporting reactive repairs, ensuring all information is captured accurately. Job Logging: Using in-house maintenance software to log repairs, assign priority levels, and track progress. Operative Dispatch: Coordinating the daily diaries of multi-trade operatives (Plumbers, Carpenters, Electricians), ensuring they are dispatched to jobs efficiently. Planning & Scheduling: Managing follow-on works and ensuring that all repairs are completed within the agreed contract SLAs. Customer Service: Managing resident expectations and resolving any queries or complaints professionally. Administration: General office duties, including processing operative timesheets and updating client portals. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Experience: Previous experience in a Helpdesk, Scheduling, or Admin role within the Maintenance, Construction, or Social Housing sector is highly desirable. Communication: Exceptional telephone manner and the ability to communicate clearly with diverse residents and trade teams. IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook). Experience using maintenance management systems or PDAs is a significant advantage. Attributes: High attention to detail, calm under pressure, and a "can-do" attitude. Location: Must be within a commutable distance of Enfield. If you are looking for a stable role within a growing property services company, apply now with your updated CV for an immediate interview

Join the UK’s market-leading trade kitchen supplier and take the next step in your surveying career with Howdens. We are looking for an experienced Solid Surface Template Surveyor to join our growing Solid Surface Installations team. If you’re skilled in laser templating, confident working onsite with customers, and ready to join a highly respected, forward‑thinking business, we’d love to hear from you. Location: Field-based covering North London, Hertfordshire & Essex Reports to: Solid Surface Installation Manager What will you be doing as a Solid Surface Template Surveyor: In this hands-on, customer-facing role, you will visit customer sites to capture precise digital measurements for manufacturing bespoke solid-surface worktops. You will ensure accuracy, quality, and a great customer experience at every step. Key responsibilities include: Completing accurate digital template plans following standard drawing procedures Providing exceptional customer service onsite Recording and submitting all order details into our CRM system accurately Assessing site conditions to ensure safe and successful installation Working closely with the template support and technical teams Ensuring a ‘right first time’ approach to all worktops Supporting improvements in safety, quality, and operational efficiency What do you need to succeed: Knowledge & Experience: Proven experience in laser templating for solid surface worktops (essential) Background in the trade, merchant, or construction sector Understanding of relevant Health & Safety regulations Ability to accurately measure and template kitchen surfaces Experience using CAD systems (preferred) Ability to interpret technical plans and drawings Skills & Abilities: Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Customer-focused with a commitment to high-quality service Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving ability Ability to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines Organised, flexible, and proactive with a safety-first mindset What can we offer you: Competitive salary + bonus + use of company vehicle Pension plan with up to 12% company contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with options to buy additional days Staff discount Ongoing training, development, and career opportunities A friendly, supportive environment with excellent recognition and rewards About Us: Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe, making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.2 billion sales made last year. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. How to Apply: We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Solid Surface Template Surveyor, then we are keen to hear from you. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you

Contracts Manager - High-End Residential Package: £65k to £75k + Bonus + Benefits Location: North London & Central London with site travel Are you a commercially sharp Contracts Manager who enjoys running multiple projects, controlling costs, and making sure everything stacks up both on site and on paper? Do you want a role where you have real ownership across contracts, programme, and profitability rather than sitting in a purely administrative position? If you are comfortable balancing delivery with financial control and like being the person who keeps projects tight, compliant, and commercially protected from start to finish, this is a strong opportunity with a growing London contractor. The Company Our client is an established and expanding main contractor delivering high end residential refurbishment, fit out, and general build projects across London. They operate with a strong repeat client base, high standards of delivery, and a close knit team where Contracts Managers are trusted to lead projects properly, not just oversee them. With a healthy pipeline of secured work, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen their commercial and operational leadership. The Role This is a hands on Contracts Manager position overseeing multiple live projects, managing contracts, costs, risk, and stakeholder relationships to ensure schemes are delivered on time and profitably. You will work closely with site managers and senior leadership, taking ownership of the commercial and contractual performance of each project from pre start through to final account. Key Responsibilities - Manage multiple construction contracts through the full lifecycle - Coordinate closely with site teams to ensure delivery on programme and within budget - Monitor budgets, forecasts, and costs to protect margin and improve profitability - Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks - Manage variations, change control, and contract amendments - Maintain accurate documentation and financial records - Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve issues quickly and professionally - Prepare financial and progress reports for senior management - Ensure compliance with building regulations, safety standards, and industry requirements - Lead the contract close out process and secure final accounts What We're Looking For - Around five or more years' experience in construction project or contracts management - Strong knowledge of contract administration, cost control, and project financials - Commercial mindset with a focus on protecting profit and reducing risk - Confident communicator and negotiator - Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time - Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills - Proficient with Excel and general reporting tools - Solid understanding of construction regulations and best practice Preferred - Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar - Trade background such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or bricklaying - Experience within small to mid sized contractors Why Join - Genuine ownership and autonomy across projects - Growing contractor with a strong pipeline of London work - Supportive, collaborative culture - Bonus structure linked to performance - Long term progression as the business expands If you are a commercially focused Contracts Manager who likes being close to both the numbers and delivery, this is a great opportunity to step into a visible and influential role

This is a great opportunity for a skilled tradesperson with a strong Plumbing background who can also turn their hand to other basic trade tasks. Listed in: Trades & Labour Staff. We are currently looking for an experienced Multi Trade Plumber to join a respected property maintenance contractor on a

Ideal candidates will possess strong industry experience in construction trades and a teaching qualification or the willingness to obtain one. A leading education recruitment agency is seeking Construction Lecturers for Further Education colleges in Manchester. The position offers competitive rates

A leading construction firm is seeking a Multi Trade Plasterer to work in Harrow. The role involves performing plastering works in both occupied and void properties, alongside multi-trade duties like tiling and painting.

A respected education provider in England is seeking a Construction Trainer to deliver practical and theory-based training in construction and property maintenance courses. This is an ideal opportunity for a tradesperson looking to leave site work and enjoy a better work-life balance.

Listed in: Trades & Labour Staff. We're looking for a skilled Plasterer Multi Trade to join a dedicated housing contractor in Harrow. Performing decorating, tiling, and other associated multi-trade maintenance tasks as required.

Senior Consultant - Blue Collar Construction & Trade. Are you an experienced Recruitment Consultant looking for a new opportunity working for an award-winning company in a supportive and fun environment? Recruitment Pursuits are delighted to be working on behalf of this very successful and engaging

A respected property maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Multi Trade Plumber to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance to social housing properties in Ealing. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and possess strong customer service skills, alongside the flexibility to p

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We're working with a well-established local contractor that specialises in social housing maintenance, who are seeking an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join their team. Listed in: Trades & Labour Staff.

A growing construction-based company in Leicester is looking for a Trade Sales Executive to join their exceptional team. This full-time, permanent role requires B2B or trade sales experience, particularly within the construction or manufacturing sectors.

A local social housing contractor is seeking a Multi Trade professional to carry out maintenance works on domestic properties in South London or Kent.

A dedicated housing contractor in Harrow is looking for an experienced Plasterer Multi-Trade to undertake various plastering and multi-trade tasks.

Strong carpentry background with multi‑trade capability. Job Title: Multi Trade Carpenter. Listed in: Trades & Labour Staff.

A Multi trader is required for a local social housing contractor.

A leading housing provider is seeking a skilled Multi Trade Carpenter for a temporary to permanent position in Harrow.

A property services firm is seeking a Carpenter Multi Trade for a temporary to permanent role in Feltham, London.

Strong plastering background with multi‑trade capability. Job Title: Multi Trade Plasterer. Complete associated multi‑trade duties including basic tiling, painting, and minor maintenance tasks.