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Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Colchester A well established specialist contractor based in Colchester is seeking a motivated Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects while developing their career in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: • Assisting with cost planning, estimating, and tender preparation, • Supporting the commercial team with valuations, variations, and cost reporting, • Liaising with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers, • Monitoring project costs and helping ensure budgets are maintained, • Assisting with procurement of subcontract packages Requirements: • Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline, • Strong numerical and analytical skills, • Good communication and organisational abilities, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, • Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer: • Competitive graduate salary, • Ongoing training and development, • Clear career progression within a specialist contractor, • Supportive and collaborative team environment If you are a motivated graduate looking to start your career in quantity surveying, we would love to hear from you. Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Colchester Please Contact Sue Walter For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003 Premises Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment. By applying for this job you agree to our Privacy Policy which can be found on our

About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Investment Manager to join a dynamic investment team based in the iconic Gherkin building in the heart of the City of London. This role is ideal for an ambitious graduate or early-career professional looking to develop within portfolio management, client advisory, and institutional investment strategy. You will work directly alongside senior investment managers, gaining exposure to discretionary portfolio management, asset allocation decisions, client meetings, and market analysis. This is a structured development role designed to fast-track high performers into fully authorised investment management positions. Key Responsibilities Assist senior investment managers with portfolio construction and asset allocation. Conduct market research and macroeconomic analysis.

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? As our new Electrical Construction Manager, you will lead on all Health, Safety, Environmental and Sustainability requirements. Covering Water and Water Recycling non-infrastructure and infrastructure projects. Acting as Principal Contractor under CDM 2015, youll ensure full compliance across all delivered construction. Driving a culture of zero accidents and zero defects. By guiding local construction delivery teams, youll help achieve key milestones and maintain high-quality service for our customers. In this role, youll manage site construction teams across allocated portfolios to deliver projects safely, on time and within budget. You will facilitate project kick-off meetings, complete health checks, and oversee tier 2 supplier performance, ensuring RAMS are appropriate and robust. Youll also take ownership of Constructability Reviews, Project Rehearsals and Fit for Assembly sign-off, promoting innovation and best practice throughout delivery. A strong focus on zero waste, reducing embodied carbon and implementing a blend of standardised and innovative construction methods will be central to your approach. Working closely with the Lead Construction Manager, youll support the development of long- and short-term resource plans covering labour, plant and materials. Youll ensure site teams raise timely contractual and commercial notices, reinforcing effective communication across the wider project team. Above all, youll champion a positive safety culture where everyone feels safe and empowered to raise concerns. Through strong leadership, technical excellence and proactive management, you will help maintain our position as an industry leader in safe, efficient and innovative construction delivery. What you'll bring To join the team,youllhave proven experience of managing operational resources. Working in a fast-pacedNon-Infrastructure and infrastructureenvironment to compliment your HNC/Degree in Civil or Construction Management. Experience in dealing with large structures in the Water industry is essential. Having attended a NEBOSHTraining Scheme,youllhold aCSCS Card(Black minimum). Ensuringyou provide the highest levels of safety management to our teams,customersand environment. Able to inspire and lead a team. Youllencourageandsupportgroups and peopleto achieve critical tasksandoutcomeswith the ability to adopt a can-do attitude. And have thewillingness to be hands-on ifrequiredto achieve the deliverables.Youllbe able tooperateat all levels to suit need and the situation with the ability to manage conflicting demands. Youlldemonstrateexcellentcommunicationskillsand will be performance-driven, with proven experience of managing multiple stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; • Contributory pension scheme, • Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, • Employee assistance programme, • My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts, • Life assurance, • Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes, • Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave, • Reward and recognition scheme, • Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to usIn addition, this role offers;, • Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from, • My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme, • Private health care family cover, • Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet, • Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations, • Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts #MGroupW #LI-LK1 JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: Assistant Estimator Location: Chorley, Lancashire Job Type: Full-time, Permanent The Client My client is a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure and groundwork projects across the North West. They work across a range of sectors including highways, utilities, commercial developments, and public realm schemes. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Estimator to join their team at their Chorley office. Role Overview The Assistant Estimator will support the estimating team in preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for civil engineering and groundwork projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in estimating within a supportive and experienced team. Key Responsibilities • Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender submissions, • Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation, • Perform quantity take-offs and assist with pricing schedules, • Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations, • Support the preparation of bills of quantities and tender reports, • Liaise with project managers, engineers, and supply chain partners, • Maintain organised records of tender documentation and cost data, • Assist with post-tender analysis and handover to delivery teams Requirements • Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or related field (or working towards), • Previous experience in estimating, quantity surveying, or civil engineering (placement or graduate experience considered), • Strong numerical and analytical skills, • Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), • Excellent communication and organisational skills, • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Desirable • Experience within civil engineering or groundworks projects, • Familiarity with estimating software or take-off tools, • Knowledge of NEC or other standard forms of contract The Package • Competitive salary (depending on experience), • Opportunity for training and career development, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Company pension scheme, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays JBRP1_UKTJ

A client of ours in the Colchester area are recruiting a Graduate Estimator to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.00am - 5.00pm and paying £25,000 - £30,000 per annum depending on experience. Key Duties include but are not limited to: Assisting with pricing, quotations, and project costing Following up leads and supporting order acquisition Identifying new business opportunities Contributing updates during internal sales meetings Maintaining drawing documentation and project tracking records Managing customer enquiries through phone and live chat Maintaining customer records and estimates in NetSuite Providing excellent service to drive sales conversionsSkills and Experience required to be considered for this Graduate Estimator position: CAD experience would be advantageous but is not essential Ability to work well as part of a team Excellent communication skills Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office An interest in joinery, building and construction industryIf you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Graduate Estimator position, please apply with your CV. #officejobs

Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full Time | Permanent A well-established and growing multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking to recruit a Graduate Building Surveyor / Project Manager to join their Building Surveying and Project Management team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career Building Surveyor to develop their career within a supportive environment, gaining exposure across both Building Surveying and Project Management services. You will work across a diverse range of projects within sectors including public sector, education, residential, commercial, emergency services, defence, healthcare and cultural buildings, supporting senior professionals and gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle. The Role The successful candidate will support the delivery of both project-based Building Surveying and Project Management services, including: • Undertaking building surveys, including measured surveys • Preparing project documentation including project programmes, execution plans and risk registers • Assisting with design, drawings and specifications • Preparing tender documentation and schedules of works • Coordinating with consultants including mechanical and electrical engineers • Supporting the preparation of planning and building regulation submissions • Assisting with tender assessments and contractor selection • Attending and supporting project progress meetings • Carrying out site inspections and monitoring construction works • Assisting with contract administration • Supporting the monitoring of project budgets and expenditure • Learning to prepare cost summaries, preliminaries and specification documents • Supporting project managers with delivery of projects to programme and budget The role offers excellent exposure to design, contract administration, project management and technical surveying work. Requirements • Degree in Building Surveying • Strong communication and organisational skills • Ability to work both independently and within a team • Proactive, motivated and commercially aware • Interest in design, construction and project management • Knowledge of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial • Full UK driving licence

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Graduate Building Surveyor £26,000 - £30,000 Cambridgegap construction are proud to be representing a well-established construction consultancy in Cambridge in their search for an ambitious Graduate Building Surveyor to join their expanding Building Surveying team, supporting the delivery of a var

We re recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer within our client s diligent Essex office. You ll be joining a team who are specialists from initial feasibility stage, through planning and detail design, to the construction stage. A minimum 1 year post-graduate (or equivalent) experience.

A construction consulting firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer for their Kent office. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of post-graduate experience and a strong understanding of planning processes.

A regional contractor based in Warrington is seeking a Construction Management Graduate to support their delivery team. Candidates should have a degree in Construction Management or a related field, alongside a proactive attitude and good communication skills.

A leading construction consultancy is recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer in Kent.

Graduate / Assistant Project Manager opportunity with one of the most well established Construction Consultancies in Birmingham. Over this time they have evolved into a highly dynamic multi-disciplinary construction consultancy offering both Quantity Surveying services as well as Project Management

We are currently recruiting Design and Construction-oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Project Execution team based at our offices near to London Heathrow Airport. Whether integrated as a specialist sub-contractor with wider construction teams,

A respected main contractor in Greater London is looking for Mechanical & Electrical Graduates to join their team in 2026. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in construction, be detail-oriented, and possess solid time management skills. A Mechanical or Electrical qualification is required,

A leading Construction Consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Graduate / Assistant Project Manager. Ideal for graduates with a relevant degree and some industry experience, the role necessitates excellent communication skills and a driving license for travel.

As a Graduate Environmental Advisor at Farrans, you’ll work closely with the Head of Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) to help improve the company's environmental performance. Develop Site Waste Management Plans and Construction Environmental Management Plans for Projects. Starting with us as

With roots firmly in repair and construction, dealing with unusual and sometimes unconventional projects, they have set out to become a repair and construction company with a real difference. This is an exciting new role for a Civil Engineering graduate with some experience. Graduate Civil Engineeri

Construction Management Graduate – Social Housing & Refurbishment. Our client is seeking a Construction Management Graduate to join their delivery team based in Warrington. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands‑on experience across live social housing refurbishment

We’re recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer within our client’s busy Kent office. You’ll be joining a team who are specialists from initial feasibility stage, through planning and detail design, to the construction stage. A minimum 1 yearpost-graduate (or equivalent) experience.

A leading civil infrastructure consultancy in Essex is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer for a permanent position to support their team in drainage, highways, and development infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of one year of post-graduate experience and experience in project pre-pl

Graduate Quantity Surveyor to assist in cost-effective delivery of bespoke joinery projects, including budget setting and financial reporting.

As a Senior Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support.Your role will involve supervising and inspiring a team of dedicated Care Assistants alongside the Deputy General Manager.You

Good working knowledge of highways specifications and construction methodologies.

Care Assistant - Godmanchester.At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents.We know how hard our teams work, and we're here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, you'll be making a positive impact on residents' lives every day

Social Care Assistant, St Brendans (3327).You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support Needs to actively take part within local resources and facilities, to maximise their inclusion, independence and planned outcomes.This can be within a variety

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents.We know how hard our teams work, and we're here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, you'll be making a positive impact on residents' lives every day - your compassion and dedicatio

Relief Social Care Assistant, St Brendan’s, Isle of Barra.Distant Islands Allowance per hour).You will work enthusiastically as a member of a team that promotes and supports Adults with Support Needs to actively take part within local resources and facilities, to maximise their inclusion, independ

Care Assistant - Nights - Chorleywood.At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents.We know how hard our teams work, and we're here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, you'll be making a positive impact on residents' lives eve

Our Client, a Greater Manchester council, is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to join their Integrated Care Team.Fantastic payrate of up to £37 per hour!.Are you an Adult's Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community?.Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!.Respons

As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs.Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is so important.The variety o

Time Construction is currently seeking reliable and hardworking .

As a Bank Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve.You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too.It's a chance to bring your dedi

Join Nurseline Community Services to provide compassionate, high-complex mental health care at home for people with behavior that challenges and personality disorders.We are looking for dedicated HCAs to lead the delivery of person-centered mental health services directly in people’s homes, ensuri

Electrically Biased Site Services Engineer.Day-Based Role Up to £47,500 + Bonus + 12% Pension.We’re looking for an Electrically Biased Site Services Engineer to support the safe and efficient generation and distribution of site utilities including steam, refrigeration, water, effluent treatment,

In this role you will take responsibility for key construction engineering aspects of site projects including setting out, interpreting construction drawings, coordinating subcontractors and maintaining accurate site documentation. Third level qualification in Construction Engineering, Construction

Type: Full-time / Part-Time / Seasonal.Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Venue Cleaner, where you'll help create spotless, welcoming spaces for our guests to enjoy their next adventure!.We're seeking reliable, detail-oriented team members to keep our holiday park facilities shining.If you t

Accommodation Cleaner - Hayling Island - Hayling Island, Hampshire .Job title – Accommodation Cleaner.Location – Meadow Bay Villages, Hayling Island Holiday Park, Hayling Island, PO11 0QS.Part Time, Seasonal, Mondays & Fridays with possible overtime.We are looking for part time accommodation

As a Cleaner for Tenpin, you will be responsible for ensuring our Customers have an.When it comes to keeping your site spick and span, we will need you to bring your 'A' game.We love to entertain! It's in our DNA!.We have lots more to offer from Houdini's Escape Rooms, to Karaoke rooms, 4D Laser Are

Develop & grow with us as a Care Assistant with Alina Homecare Colchester.Make a difference to the lives of local people living in Colchester and surrounding areas.Bring your caring and compassionate attitude to our fantastic Team.As an Alina Homecare Care Assistant, you’ll deliver award winni

The key purpose of a Field Care Supervisor (FCS) in our community care service is to ensure that high-quality, person-centred care is consistently delivered to clients in their own homes.Their role bridges the gap between care staff, clients, and management.To support with adhering to the high compl

Our Repair and Maintenance teams play an important role in delivering our vision of providing great homes and great service.They offer vital support, ensuring that our homes are safe, warm, and dry, and where everything works; Places where our residents are proud to live.We are looking for a S