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  • Estimating Manager
    Estimating Manager
    8 days ago
    £100000–£120000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Estimating Manager – Construction £100,000+ per annum + package allowance + 3% pension Full-time | Office-based | South Woodford Projects: £100k–£10m | New Build & Refurbishment | Public Sector We are recruiting on behalf of a well established main contractor for an experienced Estimating Manager to lead a team of six estimators. This senior role sits within the pre-construction function and is responsible for producing accurate, competitive tenders, cost plans and value engineering proposals across a varied portfolio of public sector new build and refurbishment projects. The Role As the Estimating Manager you will manage the full tender process, ensuring quality, compliance and consistency across all submissions. The position requires strong team leadership, client engagement, and the ability to secure profitable work in line with business objectives. You will be reporting in to the Business Manager or, where required, a company director. Estimating Manager Key Responsibilities: Tender Management • Review tender documents and identify commercial, technical and contractual risks., • Prepare detailed take offs and Bills of Quantities for traditional and Design & Build projects., • Develop, check and refine pricing, rate build ups and preliminaries., • Coordinate subcontractor and supplier enquiries., • Analyse quotations and select preferred partners., • Carry out site visits and incorporate findings into tender pricing., • Collaborate with Operations on construction methods and programme durations., • Ensure all tenders are accurate, competitive and properly peer checked. Budgets & Cost Planning • Produce early stage budget estimates and cost plans as required. Tender Reviews • Present tender build ups at internal adjudication meetings., • Explain pricing approach, risks and competitive landscape., • Finalise tender submissions following review outcomes. Handover to Delivery Teams • Prepare full tender handover packs and brief operational teams following award. Client Interaction • Attend pre- and post-tender meetings, supporting presentations, value engineering and negotiation. General Duties • Support and guide the estimating team., • Assist with material and subcontractor selection., • Prepare monthly tender activity reports., • Mentor junior or trainee estimators., • Undertake duties aligned to business growth and operational needs. Experience & Skills Required • Proven experience as an Estimating Manager or Senior Estimator within a main contractor., • Strong background in new-build and refurbishment schemes, ideally within the public sector., • Ability to lead a small team and manage multiple tenders simultaneously., • Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail., • Confident communicator with strong client facing skills., • Competent with estimating software and digital take off tools. Estimating Manager Package • £100k+ basic salary, • Package allowance, • 3% pension contribution, • Full-time office-based role in South Woodford What to Do Next If you are an Estimating Manager seeking a new challenge and this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply today to discuss the role in more detail. If you know an Estimating Manager who may be suitable, we would welcome your referral please get in touch with us.

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  • Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
    Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer
    16 days ago
    £16–£25 hourly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Description: Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical engineering, plumbing or catering equipment. As a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance across a variety of commercial and public buildings. You’ll ensure that electrical, mechanical, and building fabric systems are maintained to the highest standards, ensuring compliance, safety, and minimal downtime. Duties and Responsibilities: Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on building systems, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC. Service, repair, and test commercial catering equipment, including ovens, fryers, grills, dishwashers, and refrigeration units. Diagnose and resolve faults quickly to minimise downtime and ensure safe operation of all systems. Carry out general building maintenance and fabric repairs as required. Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Maintain accurate service records, job sheets, and compliance documentation. Work independently or as part of a team to meet client service level agreements. Skills & Experience Proven experience in facilities maintenance and commercial catering equipment servicing. Strong electrical and/or mechanical fault-finding skills. Recognised qualifications such as City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical, Mechanical, or Plumbing. 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (for electrically biased engineers). Experience with gas and electric catering equipment (Rational ovens, dishwashers, fryers, etc.). Excellent communication and customer service skills. Full UK driving licence (if mobile role). Benefits Competitive salary. Company van and fuel card (if mobile). Company pension scheme. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

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  • Class 1 Vehicle Recovery Driver
    Class 1 Vehicle Recovery Driver
    1 month ago
    £45000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    South Mimms

    Class 1 Vehicle Recovery Driver 12 Tonne Slide Bed EMPLOYER STATEMENT We are continuously driving our business forward, acquiring new contracts, maintain customer service levels and fostering a challenging working environment. Now? We need you to help us do the same! Having been operating for almost 60 years, we are experts in our craft, specialise in breakdown recovery and mechanical engineering, transport both commercial and non-commercial vehicles, conduct roadside repairs, and much more. With our customer base expanding quicker than ever before, we are looking for the right drivers to join our team. We prioritise the service of our customers and the satisfaction of our employees. We graciously reward our employees via a commission based earning system, the more you work the more you can earn! You will receive a basic salary with bonus entitlement, and have the opportunity to enrol in a highly secure pension scheme. There are opportunities to get involved in industry-nationwide activities such as Trucking Hell or Truck Festivals. If you have the drive (no pun intended!), commitment, flexibility and ethic, whilst also believing you have what it takes to make a difference at Lantern, we would love to hear from you. We look forward to reviewing your application. Recruitment Team JOB DESCRIPTION About us Lantern Recovery Specialists PLC is a proudly owned family business providing light on the lonely road to suit all breakdown, vehicle and plant movement, roadside assistance and Heavy Commercial needs. Our sister company, Worldwide Recovery Systems LTD build our vehicles belonging to our rapidly increasing fleet of over 150 vehicles. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a HGV 1 Transporter Driver to join our team! We are specialists (no pun intended, again) in vehicle recovery and roadside assistance; challenging, rewarding, and fostering a solution driven organisational culture where our goal is to provide excellent and efficient customer service for all in distress of a vehicle breakdown. In our business, you will experience: · Long and short runs; · Company perks, including bonuses and on-the-job-training; · Lively atmosphere; · Opportunities to deliver to film studios or drive at parades; · Networking Opportunities; · And so much more! The ideal candidate shall possess an inquisitive mind-set with a strong work ethic, tending to customers in a timely and effective manner. You should have excellent customer service skills and key knowledge of the motor and recovery industry. The candidate shall also be responsible for completing all necessary paperwork, keeping the vehicle clean, and reporting any mechanical issues to management as soon as possible. Shifts are at a length of 12 hours, and the shift pattern is six days on (this is a shift week), three days off. Timings are 06:00am – 18:00pm and 10:00am – 22:00pm (one shift week each). The Company expects successful candidates to have the willingness to travel to various parts of the UK, appropriate and relative to the scope of the role. Responsibilities: · Ensure time keeping is maintained to an exceptional level; the customer is the priority! · Attend work with an ambitious mind-set to work to the needs of the business when necessary as well as providing an excellent service to our customers. · Ensure all casualty vehicles are recovered with exceptional due care and attention. · Maintain and aspire to improve upon knowledge of different circumstances surrounding casualty vehicles. Example: Is the vehicle an automatic? Is it stuck in park? Does it require skates? · Ensure all equipment required to perform duties is immaculately maintained and taken care of. · Accurately keep record of necessary paperwork. Pay and Schedule: · Basic Salary: £39,000.00 per annum · Commission Earnings: 5% on commissionable (90%) revenue generated with Company Vehicle (approximately £8,500.00+ per annum) · £100.00 bonus payable per pay cycle, subject to meeting the correct criteria. · Six-on, three-off, 06:00am – 18:00pm and 10:00am – 22:00pm (one shift week each). If the position sounds like the right fit, we would love to hear from you! Lantern Recovery Specialists PLC Recruitment Team

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