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  • Plumber
    Plumber
    2 days ago
    £30000–£40000 yearly
    Full-time
    Twickenham

    We are seeking a skilled heating installer with at least 5 years experience to join our team. Specialising in high efficiency gas boilers and renewable technologies, we are looking to expand due to increased demand for our top quality services. We cover domestic and non domestic work, based around south west London and try to keep jobs within 1 hour travel time of our base in Twickenham, TW1. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating systems in both residential and commercial properties. Duties • Install and maintain heating systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards., • Perform routine inspections and diagnostics on heating equipment to identify issues., • Servicing and repairing systems, as well as partial and full installations, • Assemble and plumb heating units, ensuring proper connections and functionality., • Collaborate with other tradespeople, including carpenters, to complete projects efficiently., • Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used., • Adhere to health and safety guidelines while working in various environments. Requirements • Proven experience as a Heating Engineer is a MUST, • Successful applicants must have excellent written and verbal communication skills., • CCN1, CENWAT, (HTR1 and CKR1 beneficial) and G3 HW regs advantageous but not necessary, • Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot heating systems effectively., • Non-domestic gas, Heat pump, biomass or solar thermal experience advantageous but not necessary, • You must have a full clean UK driving licence, • Able to work alone and in a team The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in every task undertaken. Van and some tools can be provided and reflected in renumeration Training and improvement opportunities are available. In return we are looking for long term commitment from a motivated person

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  • Estimating Manager
    Estimating Manager
    9 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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  • Project Manager
    Project Manager
    11 days ago
    £42000–£45000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are Sky House Construction Limited, opening great career development opportunities to talented individuals who are eager to build up their professional experience, believe in the company vision, and are ready to work hard to make it come true. We currently have a position available for a Site Manager working alongside the construction team. You would be assisting with our current projects that are mostly small to medium scale houses renovations & extensions. -Start Date: ASAP -Duration: FULL TIME Essential criteria: • Excellent organisational & team management skills, experienced in delivering demanding build programmes, • Driven and determined to succeed, • Good communicator, customer-focused, upholding quality brand reputation, • Sound working knowledge of health & safety requirements and practices, • Language: English - Greek (required) Main Responsibilities: • Overseeing of all projects, from start through to completion, and report directly to the Director, • Assist in the liaison with customers, architects, and engineers on all aspects of construction projects, • Lead weekly progress meetings and producing the required timeline of works/action points, • Identify materials, workforce, tools etc needed for the project phases and arrange purchases and deliveries accordingly, • Timely support and advice in the selection of finishes that require the customers’ involvement, so that ordering and delivery don't create disruption and delays in the progress of the projects, • Assist in the overall follow up of the sub contractor's monthly progress, • Deal with sub-contractors and suppliers to solve and unblock any issue related to delays, amendment of orders and other delivery issues, • Assist in the monitoring and advising of the workforce on all aspects of the build, • Constantly monitor the expenditure per each activity, material, labour and finishing, so to keep the budget in check, • Lead weekly progress meetings and producing the required timeline of works/action points, • Assist in managing the Health and Safety on project sites The successful applicant will receive: • Salary dependent upon experience, • Private health insurance, • 20 days holiday, • Job Types: Full-time, Contract, • Salary: £42.000.00-£45,000.00 per year Schedule: • 8 hour shift, • Work Location: In person, • Job Type: Full-time, • Pay: £42,000.00-£45,000.00 per year Benefits: • Company pension, • On-site parking, • Work from home, • Schedule:, • Monday to Friday Experience: • Project Management: 1 year (required), • Work Location: In person

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