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Title: Quantity Surveyor - Fit-Out Location: Bolton Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 The Client Our client are a dynamic and rapidly expanding leader in the construction, fit-out and facilities management sector. They provide a comprehensive range of services aimed at optimising the operations of commercial and residential buildings. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a skilled and dedicated Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced and collaborative work environment while supporting the financial operations of the company. The role of Quantity Surveyor - Fit-Out • Commercial management of fit-out projects with a value of up to £2m., • Providing cost monitoring, forecasting, reporting, and capturing within reports and cashflows, • Contract administration of various contact suites; including acting as Employers Agent, • Managing principal contractors and subcontractors; including the implementation of a robust change control procedure, • Producing high level estimates, cost plans, tenders and conducting other costing exercises, as required, • Appointing and managing professional teams to develop robust information for pricing, • Facilitating meetings on behalf of the client and ensuring that team actions are captured, tracked, and closed out in good time, • Providing general cost advice to client and assisting in value management workshops to align client budget to contractor pricing, • Quantity Surveying qualification, • Fit-Out / Refurbishment experience would be beneficial, • Understanding of financial reporting, contractual terms, conditions and statutory requirements, • Good analytical skills and the ability to apply common sense in all situations, • Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines What's on Offer: • Competitive Salary: Based on experience., • Pension Scheme: 5% pension contribution to help secure your future., • Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous personal and career growth., • Modern Head Office: Join a vibrant and innovative workplace with a supportive team atmosphere., • Collaborative Team: A culture that values communication, respect, and shared success. Bowdon Associates is a member of the Guild of Quality Employment Agencies and has agreed to adopt the compliance and recruitment standards that form the basis their code of conduct. A quality, transparent and responsible recruitment agency committed to raising the industry standards. JBRP1_UKTJ

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Kent, at our West Malling office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality, • HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent, • Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level), • Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • Degree in Surveying or similar, • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication, • Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings, • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise, • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes, • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required, • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team, • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works, • Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations, • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras, • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates, • Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs), • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties, • Preparation of financial reports including:, • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines, • Margin Analysis reports., • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts, • Cash Flow forecasts, • Turnover forecasts, • De-brief reports, • Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings., • Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required., • Liaise with build department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions., • Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings., • Attend and project team meetings as required., • Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation., • Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment., • Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider., • Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures., • Properly categorise on the construction system 'unscheduled' and 'scheduled' order amendments., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Process groundwork's payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development., • Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors., • Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required., • Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy., • Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:, • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times., • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders. We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-HA1 JBRP1_UKTJ

Commercial Assistant - Chichester Our client, a well-established and growing construction business based in the Chichester area, is looking to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Assistant to support their commercial and project teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in commercial management, with exposure across the full project lifecycle-from tender stage through to final account. Working closely with directors and project teams, you will play a key role in supporting tendering, estimating, procurement, and cost control across multiple projects. Remuneration • Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience), • Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30, • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), • Company pension scheme, • On-site parking, • Assist with preparation of tender submissions, • Support measurement and take-offs from drawings, • Assist with cost estimates and build-ups, • Compile and organise tender documentation, • Assist with scopes of work and tender packages, • Support preparation of specifications and project information, • Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors during tender stage, • Support preparation and review of project budgets and cost plans, • Assist with cost tracking and cost value reporting, • Support preparation of interim valuations, • Maintain variation registers and track project changes, • Assist with pricing variations and change events, • Assist with preparation and issue of enquiries, • Obtain and organise supplier and subcontractor quotations, • Assist with quotation comparisons and cost analysis, • Support procurement of subcontract packages and materials, • Maintain procurement schedules, • Maintain commercial and project documentation, • Assist with preparation of reports and project information, • Support project teams with commercial queries, • Experience within construction or a commercial environment, • Understanding of estimating, procurement, and cost control, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Confident working with drawings and cost information, • Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines JBRP1_UKTJ

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer | Preston, PR1 1UN | Full Time | Working hours: Monday–Thursday 07:00–15:30 (30 min unpaid lunch), Friday 07:00–13:00 | £35,000 + DOE Are you ready to take charge of a busy manufacturing site and make a real impact? Our client is a UK-based manufacturer and supplier of industrial laminates, composite materials and machined components. They are focused on delivering a quality product portfolio, supported by great service, excellent response and best of all, over 155 years' experience of getting it right. Are you the right person for the job? • Proven track record of scheduled maintenance control, • Health & Safety conscious at all times, • Mechanical maintenance training or experience, • Welding & fabrication training or experience, • Experience with steam boilers and systems, BOAS preferable, • Electrical maintenance training or experience (preferable), • Building/roofing knowledge (preferable), • IT and PLC networking knowledge (preferable), • Working at height experience; PASMA/IPAF certificates preferable, • Full Driving Licence required, • FLT licence advantageous, • Strong problem-solving skills and a common-sense approach, • Professional, approachable personality with a focused, can-do attitude, • Team player who can efficiently manage their own time and support staff As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the whole business, from NC machines to basic plumbing. Based at the Preston site, you will oversee day-to-day maintenance of a busy manufacturing unit, including: • Plant and services maintenance, • Controlling the daily preventative maintenance schedule of the manufacturing plant, • Liaising with and managing third-party engineers or contractors for work beyond scope, • Providing support to departments such as Health & Safety, Technical, or Site/Buildings Maintenance, • Procurement for the maintenance department, • Reporting directly to the board of directors, • 20 days annual holiday plus bank holidays, • Contribution to a Personal Pension Plan, • Profit share scheme, • Sick pay scheme, • Training is offered where necessary, • Free Parking, • Canteen Facilities, • Holiday Reward Scheme Your data will be handled in line with GDPR JBRP1_UKTJ

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Civils Quantity Surveyor on behalf of an established civil engineering main contractor to deliver multi-million £ Yorkshire Water projects within the new 5-year AMP8 framework. This £500m+ turnover main contractor are a well-known name with several divisions of their business operating at a competitive level with larger tier 1 contractors. They are a key delivery partner for Yorkshire Water and framework holders for a number of Water clients nationwide for past several AMP frameworks. With a workload on the ground already & an expected influx of new projects in the coming months they're looking to add someone capable to their team. The opportunity will be present to lead projects through all phases for this QS - ECI's & through delivery to handover. Projects: Large complex civils & MEICA packages for Water Treatment Upgrades. Package values up to £20m. Duties as Quantity Surveyor: • Coordinating with Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, • Liaison with Contracts Manager & site teams for up-to-date info, • Subcontractor procurement cradle to grave, • Undertake negotiations of Main Contract Final Accounts, • Commercial support & regular presence on sites, • Submission of payment applications, • Dispute resolution & avoidance, • Complete monthly CVR updates, • Cost control throughout Experience Required: • Must have experience as Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor on Complex / Heavy Civil Engineering projects as PC, • Must have experience with various options of NEC3 or NEC4 contracts, • Ideally experience delivering works for Yorkshire Water or similar client., • Ideally experience with MEICA (Mechanical or Electrical mainly), • Must hold: CSCS and full driving license., • Ideally hold an industry relevant Degree / HND etc. Remuneration: On offer is a salary of up to £60,000 (dependant on experience) plus... Car allowance or car, discretionary annual bonus, fuel, 26 days annual leave with option to buy or sell more, healthcare, life insurance, 8% pension scheme and other benefits. For more info contact Andy Gray at Elvet Recruitment

Trainee Quantity Surveyor (Drylining) South Yorkshire £28,000 to £35,000 per annum Are you an Assistant or trainee Quantity Surveyor looking for a fresh challenge / next step? Are you from a drylining / interiors background? TS Recruitment are actively working with a Drylining Contractor based in South Yorkshire who are looking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to join the team. Benefits Basic salary circa £28,000 - £35,000 per annum 28 days annual leave 8.00 am to 4 pm working hours 3% employee pension contributions Career progression and salary increase over time Job Role & Responsibilities: Work closely with Quantity Surveyors and the Commercial Manager Commercially manage dry lining projects with projects with values up to £2 million Visit site to complete site measures and variations and timesheet approval Price jobs, reviewing drawings and technical information Procurement of materials Company Details Growing business with an excellent order book Long-term client base for renowned main contractors Work on commercial projects nationwide Good knowledge of excel, procure and one trace Knowledge/Experience: A history working as a Quantity Surveyor Drylining or Subcontract experience Preferably degree educated. Good IT and numerical skills. Full UK driving license Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected. TSR are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. #quantitysurveyor #jobsinconstruction #construcitonjobs #qs #drylining #drywall

The Procurement Assistant will manage all administration for the Procurement team, making sure the department is organised well. An exciting Procurement Assistant opportunity joining a leading foods business!. Hungry to become a Procurement Manager in time.

An award-winning business in Greater London is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage daily procurement activities.

A family-run biscuit company in the UK is looking for a Planning and Procurement Assistant to manage the MRP system, ensure timely supplier relations, and drive process improvements.

Due to increased tendering, supplier onboarding and contract activity, we are looking to strengthen the team with a Procurement Assistant. You will be joining an established and supportive Procurement team of eight, making this an excellent opportunity for someone seeking responsibility, exposure to

A leading UK water utility company is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in West Yorkshire. This role involves conducting market research, supporting procurement tasks, and collaborating with various teams to improve processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong negot

Project London is hiring a procurement assistant to join its team in London. With a strong pipeline of upcoming work and turnover up more than 90% year-on-year, we are seeking a highly organised and commercially-minded Junior Procurement Assistant to support the studio at this pivotal time in our gr

A leading hospitality company based in Chiswick seeks a proactive individual to support the Food Buyer in procurement.

A well-established recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support procurement activities.

A healthcare procurement service is looking for a Procurement Assistant to join their Commercial directorate. The role involves managing procurement processes while ensuring high levels of customer service and relationship management with stakeholders. This fixed-term position offers hybrid working,

Are you a driven individual, ready for a new challenge? Are you looking to work for an award winning brand? If so, we have an opportunity for a Planning and Procurement Assistant to the Border team. The Planning and Procurement Assistant will be responsible for the daily running of our Material Requ

As an Indirect Assistant Procurement Manager, you will play a vital role in managing the procurement of goods and services not for resale, ensuring the efficient and cost‑effective buying of items across key categories including but not limited to Marketing, IT, Professional services, Store Design

As an Indirect Assistant Procurement Manager, you will play a vital role in managing the procurement of goods and services not for resale, ensuring the efficient and cost‑effective buying of items across key categories including but not limited to - Marketing, IT, Professional services, Store Desi

Project London is hiring a procurement assistant to join its team in London. With a strong pipeline of upcoming work and turnover up more than 90% year-on-year, we are seeking a highly organised and commercially-minded Junior Procurement Assistant to support the studio at this pivotal time in our gr

A leading beauty brand in Greater London is seeking an Indirect Assistant Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of non-resale goods and services.

Enhance procurement best practice contributing to maintenance of systems, processes, documentation and data across P&C. Understand and incorporate responsible procurement best practice supporting ethical, sustainable and socially responsible outcomes in all commercial activities. Transferable experi

A well-established manufacturing business in Dover is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a temporary, 3-month contract. You will support the procurement process, manage purchase orders, and maintain supplier relationships.

A leading infrastructure contractor in the UK is seeking a Commercial Assistant for a 6-9 month fixed term contract. In this role, you will be responsible for procurement and commercial administration duties for a significant infrastructure project. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience

A construction and procurement company in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support materials and services procurement in the M&E construction sector. Responsibilities include sourcing materials, ensuring timely delivery, managing supplier relationships, and maintaining procurement bud

The Procurement Assistant will work as an integral member of the category teams, ensuring the procurement processes are managed within identified KPIs. Achieve specific procurement goals or provide support to others while following established procurement systems and protocols. They will support the

Reporting to the Procurement Manager or Senior Procurement Manager or, on a smaller project, the Project Commercial lead, and responsible for supporting the delivery of the specified procurement packages, both key and routine. Understand the requirements of the procurement schedule and use it to inf

A leading beauty company located in Greater London is seeking an Indirect Assistant Procurement Manager. This role involves managing procurement for various categories including IT and marketing. The ideal candidate will have experience in indirect procurement, strong analytical skills, and proficie

This role involves supporting procurement and inventory management, fostering supplier relationships, and contributing to cost analysis. A leading local manufacturing business is offering an excellent entry-level opportunity for a Purchasing Assistant in North Lincolnshire.

To support our Plant and Operations teams, we’re recruiting a strong administrator to undertake procurement activities, with coordination of resources and materials to sites and the plant yard, ensuring effective resourcing and service to our clients. Provide support to the Procurement and Operati

A procurement consulting firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support procurement activities and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks. You will assist in the procurement of goods and services and help develop associated procedures while maintaining transparency.

Administrator & Procurement Assistant. We are seeking an organised, confident, and motivated Administration & Procurement Support Assistant to join our growing operations team. Procurement & Supplier Coordination.

To support our Plant and Operations teams, we’re recruiting a strong administrator to undertake procurement activities, with coordination of resources and materials to sites and the plant yard, ensuring effective resourcing and service to our clients. Provide support to the Procurement and Operati

As Procurement Assistant you will support the Procurement Business Partner in delivering value for money through efficient and effective procurement services, while ensuring regulatory compliance. Procurement Assistant Hybrid/Surrey. Provide effective procurement support across multiple service area

A leading property consultancy in the UK is seeking a Procurement Assistant to join their supportive team. In this role, you'll manage supplier onboarding, maintain procurement systems, and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders. This position offers the opportunity for hands-on exper

Assistant Director - Procurement - Operational Strategy - Strategy and Execution - EY-Parthenon. Assistant Director (Senior Manager) – Procurement - Operational Strategy - Strategy and Execution - EY-Parthenon. We expect Assistant Directors to play a leading role in new business development effort

We are recruiting a Procurement & Third Party Assurance Assistant to join the Executive Team in Derby. We are recruiting a Procurement & Third Party Assurance Assistant to join the Executive Team in Derby. The role reports to the Practice Management Solicitor & Senior Associate and is responsible fo

A global consulting firm is seeking an Assistant Director in London with expertise in procurement and operational strategy.

A well-established regional house builder in Lancashire is seeking a Commercial Assistant. In this role, you will assist with supply chain management, subcontractor relationships, and procurement of materials aligned with project budgets.

A diversified international group is seeking an Assistant Buyer based in North West London.

A leading construction firm in the West Midlands is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Team. The ideal candidate will assist Senior Surveyors in cost reporting, procurement, and reviewing construction methods.

A leading hospitality company in Greater London seeks a highly organized individual to support the Food Buyer.In this role, you will source products, manage supplier relationships, and ensure smooth operations.Key responsibilities include supporting menu development, maintaining accurate data, and p

Assistant Director (Senior Manager) – Procurement - Operational Strategy - Strategy and Execution - EY-Parthenon. We expect Assistant Directors to play a leading role in new business development efforts by supporting on pitches/pursuits and preparing compelling go‑to‑market collateral. Procure

A global nutrition company is seeking two proactive Supply Chain Assistants in Somerset for an 18-month Fixed Term Contract.

We are currently supporting a large NHS organisation in the appointment of a senior Procurement/Category professional. This role plays a key part in implementing the NHS LPP vision & strategy, approved by the NHS LPP Steering Board, and in delivering the aspiration of the Board to become a world-cla

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Assistant Buyer for their Engineering Department in Central London. The candidate will handle procurement for manufacturing. Join a global team focused on engineering procurement.

A leading foods business in Greater London is seeking a Procurement Assistant to manage the administration for their Procurement team. This position is perfect for someone who aspires to become a Procurement Manager in the future, offering a great opportunity for growth.

The Procurement Asssitant will manage all administration for the Procurement team, making sure the department is organised well. Hungry to become a Procurement Manager in time.