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Quantity Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor Senior Quantity Surveyor - Negotiable Salary Your new companyA leading UK provider of property services, delivering high-quality maintenance, compliance, and retrofit solutions across the housing, education, and public sectors. With a strong focus on sustainability, social value, and customer satisfaction, the business works closely with local authorities and housing associations to maintain and improve homes and communities. Your new roleA Senior Quantity Surveyor is required to take full commercial responsibility for a repairs and refurbishment contract forming part of a wider planned works programme.In this role, you will lead the financial and commercial management of the contract, ensuring robust cost control, accurate forecasting, and strong commercial performance. You’ll oversee applications, certifications, invoicing, subcontractor accounts, procurement, and commercial reporting, while providing strategic guidance to junior team members. Working closely with operational leads, you will play a key role in driving profitability, managing risk, and ensuring the successful delivery of all commercial objectives. Key Duties • Lead the commercial management of assigned projects, ensuring all financial documentation, reporting, and forecasting is delivered accurately and on time., • Manage cash flow processes, including preparation and submission of applications, certifications, invoicing, payments, and receipts., • Oversee the full administration of subcontractor accounts, including procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts., • Carry out detailed valuations and Schedule of Rates (SOR) billing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract requirements., • Provide commercial leadership to the project team, advising on risk, opportunity, and cost-saving strategies., • Drive the procurement of subcontract trades, negotiating terms and ensuring best value., • Monitor and optimise the commercial performance of contracts to maximise gross margin., • Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, validate works, and support operational teams., • Lead on the preparation and analysis of data for contract Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)., • Ensure full compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements across all commercial activities., • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of all financial data, documentation, and reporting., • Represent the commercial function at project meetings, client reviews, and internal forums., • Support, mentor, and develop Assistant and Quantity Surveyors within the team.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.#4787476

My client, a well-established residential developer, is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to join the team on a traditional build development in Hemel Hempstead This is a high-profile scheme of 120+ units forming part of a wider long-term project. The development includes a mix of private sale and affordable housing and offer genuine progression within a structured production team Duties, • As an Assistant Site Manager, you will support in the day-to-day delivery of a large-scale traditional build scheme., • Depending on experience will be looking after external or internal packages, • Providing clear direction to the on-site construction team regarding responsibilities and targets, • Ensuring the development is completed in accordance with specification and the build programme, • Providing accurate and regular reports on progress and dates, • Controlling additional costs for non-productive costs and prelim expenditure, • Driving through quality at every stage of the construction process, • Ensuring the development pass internal and external inspection processes, • Ensuring all aspects of Health and Safety are followed and adhered to, • Taking responsibility for self-development and the development of others, • Monitoring and controlling the quality of production and approve stage completions to payments to subcontractors, • NHBC stage inspections, • Customer Care/Handovers/CMLS Qualifications, • Extensive traditional build knowledge, • Worked as an Assistant Site Manager working as part of a full production team, • Experience of being part of a NHBC/LABC Award winning team would be an advantage, • Working as part of a full production team, • CSCS, First Aid, Scaffold awareness Benefits: • Salary range £48-50k per year plus package, • Car Allowance, • Fuel Allowance, • Holiday, • Healthcare, • Quarterly bonus incentive

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting/ opportunity for a Sales Consultant to join our team within Vistry Kent, at our Hythe site (CT21 4AA). As our Sales Consultant, you will Carry out all aspects of the day to day running of the sales hub/development in accordance with the customer journey, taking ownership for the sales process with customers, maintaining necessary records and documentation during all stages of the sales progress across a number of sites and house ranges within the sales hub/development and delivering successful continual sales at all sites within the sales hub/development. In addition to a competitive basic salary, this role offers excellent earning potential through an uncapped commission structure, with on-target earnings of up to 66,000 per annum, giving you the opportunity to be rewarded for your performance and success. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but were 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. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Mileage allowance, • 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, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits, • Behave in line with our company values Integrity, Caring and Quality, • Experience working in a customer facing role delivering under pressure., • Experience in generating leads and sales through telephone based business development., • Proven track record of successfully completing the sales process with customers., • Proven ability to work under pressure and meet sales targets., • Excellent IT skills with demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office tools., • Strong negotiation and sales skills., • Excellent administration and organisational skills., • Good planning and organisational skills., • Excellent communication skills., • Patience and ability to remain calm under pressure., • A friendly, trustworthy, and professional attitude., • Comfortable using multi channel forms of communication., • Ability to handle complaints and difficult situations, • An interest in property and the housing market., • Willing to be flexible in respect of day to day duties and hours worked., • Full driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle., • Willing to travel to all sales sites within the division, including regional offices., • Willing to work weekends. Desirable • 5 GCSEs / GCE or equivalent including Mathematics and English (at C grade or above)., • A Levels in any discipline., • Ensure all relevant Standard Operating Procedures, sales and all other policies & procedures are understood and adhered to, and that mandatory training requirements are kept up to date., • Implement Vistrys continuous drive to deliver excellent customer service by advocating the customer journey and consistently exceeding customer expectations., • Assist with internal or external audit as required in line with Vistry Values of ICQ., • Use Vistry systems to perform and execute your role requirement to drive excellence and ensure clarity of information records for business needs and demands., • Conduct yourself with internal and external stakeholders as ambassadors of Vistry., • Proactively seek out prospective sales and follow up all enquiries with telephone communication and marketing literature to optimise the business opportunity for sales on your designated development(s)., • Manage and implement new innovation in fulfilling the business targets on new home sales and negotiate with customers to ensure the best sales outcome., • Awareness of local market and economic conditions., • Travel to all designated developments to undertake pre booked customer appointments., • Maintain detailed knowledge of all relevant Vistry house types, build progress and availability within the designated developments, to ensure each customer is given every opportunity to purchase a new home., • Maintain detailed knowledge of all relevant purchase assistance schemes, alternative sites and house types, to ensure every customer is offered a bespoke choice of purchase options., • Proactively sell customer extras and manage implementation across all reservations to drive additional profit for the Company., • Respond to all cancellations making every effort to save and if necessary, re negotiate the reservation, identifying the reason for cancellation and offer any suitable alternatives on other Vistry developments., • Work with the Site teams to understand the build progress to provide customer information as required., • Work alongside colleagues within the designated developments to ensure all aspects of the sales process is communicated to the team, customer and relevant stakeholders., • Take responsibility for all company property, equipment and presentation across each site within the specified developments., • Maintain the sales arena including show homes on the development in line with brand and company standards. We build more than homes, were 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 youll 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, were 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

Title: Communities Manager Contract Type: FTC until February 2027, Full Time 35 hours per week Salary: £45,743 per annum to £50,838 per annum (Regional salary), dependant on experience Grade: 9 Reporting Office: Delamere and Winsford, Cheshire Persona: Site based Closing Date: Thursday 25 th June, 2026 Interview Dates: Wednesday 8 th July, 2026 (In-Person Interview) Benefits include: Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and many more ... Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated. L&Q reserve the right not to progress applications from candidates with 3 or more unsuccessful applications/interview processes with L&Q in the previous 24 months. Join our Communities Team in the North West at L&Q: • Come and lead our resident liaison activities on two major remediation projects in Delamere and Winsford in Cheshire., • The role will lead the successful delivery of resident liaison activities on these sites where major works are happening in and around residents' homes. The role will provide visible best practice management for the team across both projects., • The role is a maternity leave cover that reports into the Senior Communities Manager in our Property and Investment division. If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply! Your impact in the role: • Leading a team of two Communities Coordinators to deliver resident engagement on two remedial works schemes in Cheshire, • Actively problem solve, provide on the ground solutions and be comfortable dealing with challenging situations on site., • Maintain effective working relationships with internal construction and project teams, as well as external stakeholders, making the best use of L&Q resources and support the wider group strategy., • Effectively manage resident complaints and stakeholder queries., • Collaborate with counterparts based in East and West London and be able to deputise for the Senior Communities Manager when required. What you'll bring: • You will be an experienced people manager with demonstrable experience of effectively managing site-based and remote staff on challenging projects to contribute positively to high performance., • A passion for delivering high quality communications, resident engagement and project planning., • Experience of public speaking and leading resident meetings., • Knowledge of leading effective communications associated with regeneration, remediation or development-based projects., • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to source and present innovative solutions., • Strong track record of using project programme software, including developing complex programmes., • Demonstrable stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with a wider range of stakeholders. We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words. About L&Q: We're one of the UK's leading housing associations and developers. We were founded on a simple belief: high quality housing is vital for people's health, happiness and security. Everyone deserves a quality home that gives them the chance to live a better life. 250,000 people call our properties 'home', and we're proud to serve diverse communities across London, the South East and North West of England. At L&Q, people are at the heart of our business and our success depends on employing the best people and getting the best from them. The foundation of everything that we are is built on our corporate values and behavioural framework , which outlines our core expectations and should be demonstrated at all times, and all levels, when representing L&Q. L&Q strongly believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is important, and inclusion is part of our core values and everyday working practices. We make hiring decisions based on your experiences, skills and merits and we are recognised externally for our commitment to inclusion. We are a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Disability Confident (Committed) employer and have signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge to demonstrate our commitment to end mental health discrimination in the workplace. Click here to read more. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during this process, including application stage, please email At L&Q, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. We recognise the responsibility we hold as one of the UK's largest housing associations. Click here to find out more about L&Q and why you should join us! #TJ JBRP1_UKTJ

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for! Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading SocialEnterprisewe'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role? We'relooking for a passionate and experiencedPfP Thrive Tutor (Housing Professional)to join our Academy team. In this role,you'lldeliver high-quality Housing Professional qualifications (up to Level 5), supporting both internal and external learners to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in the housing sector. With a strong focus onrepairs and maintenance within social housing,you'llbring learning to life through engaging, practical delivery that enables learners to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. This role will involve mainly working from home but will also include occasional travel to multiple locations across the UK, so a full, clean driving license is essential, you will be entitled to an allowance to contribute to the up keep of your vehicle and it is possible to claim back milage. The essential criteriaislisted below • Level 5 Housing qualificationorsignificant senior-level experience in the housing sector, • Strong knowledge ofrepairs and maintenance within social housing, including legislation and compliance, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering training orfacilitatinggroups More about you You may have a background in coaching and training,supportingor leading on developing presentations, communication, and creating materials like PowerPoint slides and progress reports. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build effective relationships across various levels. Ideally, you have experience in people management, lesson planning, and IT software. You should hold or be willing to work towards qualifications in education and assessment (A1/TAQA/CAVA) (AET) The benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.? ?We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:? Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly? Pension with matched contributions up to 7%? Excellent holiday package up to 35 days annual leave with theoptionto buy or sell leave? Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year? A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%? Training and development? Extraperksincluding huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more? At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for! Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading SocialEnterprisewe'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role? We'relooking for a passionate and experiencedPfP Thrive Tutor (Housing Professional)to join our Academy team. In this role,you'lldeliver high-quality Housing Professional qualifications (up to Level 5), supporting both internal and external learners to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in the housing sector. With a strong focus onrepairs and maintenance within social housing,you'llbring learning to life through engaging, practical delivery that enables learners to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. This role will involve mainly working from home but will also include occasional travel to multiple locations across the UK, so a full, clean driving license is essential, you will be entitled to an allowance to contribute to the up keep of your vehicle and it is possible to claim back milage. The essential criteriaislisted below • Level 5 Housing qualificationorsignificant senior-level experience in the housing sector, • Strong knowledge ofrepairs and maintenance within social housing, including legislation and compliance, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering training orfacilitatinggroups More about you You may have a background in coaching and training,supportingor leading on developing presentations, communication, and creating materials like PowerPoint slides and progress reports. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build effective relationships across various levels. Ideally, you have experience in people management, lesson planning, and IT software. You should hold or be willing to work towards qualifications in education and assessment (A1/TAQA/CAVA) (AET) The benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.? ?We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:? Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly? Pension with matched contributions up to 7%? Excellent holiday package up to 35 days annual leave with theoptionto buy or sell leave? Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year? A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%? Training and development? Extraperksincluding huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more? What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on . We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities JBRP1_UKTJ

Employee Relations Advisor Permanent (Hybrid Working Available) Hemel Hempstead £36,090 per annum The Employee Relations Advisor role provides expert, proactive support to managers across the organisation on a wide range of employee relations matters. You will coach and guide managers to confidently handle people issues, ensure cases are managed consistently and fairly, and contribute to the development of HR policies and best-practice approaches. The role offers variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping how effective people management is delivered across Hightown. As our Employee Relations Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, customer-focused ER service across the organisation. Responsibilities: Provide clear, practical advice to managers on a wide range of ER issues including sickness absence, performance, probation, and flexible working and casework. Build strong, trusted relationships with managers by coaching, guiding and developing their confidence in people management. Support the organisation through formal and informal ER processes, including drafting documentation, reviewing reports, and advising on best practice. Assist with policy development and updates, ensuring our HR documents remain legally compliant and aligned with best practice. Lead or support HR project workstreams and continuous improvement initiatives. Manage accurate case records and ER workflows in our HR system. Advise on OH referrals, reasonable adjustments and wellbeing support to ensure colleagues are appropriately supported at work.This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You will have the autonomy to manage your own workload within deadlines, while being supported by a knowledgeable and approachable HR team. About you We are looking for someone who is: Experienced in providing HR advice, ideally with a focus on employee relations Able to confidently coach and influence managers at all levels Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities Strong collaboration skills - clear, compassionate and professional Detail-focused, ensuring accurate documentation and high-quality work Positive, proactive and solution-focused Committed to Hightown’s Values A driving licence is a bonus but not essential Why join Hightown? When you join us, you become part of a housing association that genuinely cares about people and empowers colleagues to grow, develop and succeed. As well as working in an organisation guided by values that shape everything we do, you will benefit from: 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays (rising with service) Annual performance-based bonus Monthly attendance bonus Regular salary and cost-of-living reviews Life assurance (three times your annual salary) Blue Light Card - access to discounts from local and national retailers Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you progress On-site gym access If you are passionate about providing high-quality HR advice, building strong relationships and helping managers create great workplaces, we would love to hear from you. We will be shortlisting on an ongoing basis so may close the vacancy early

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of planned roofing and external works programmes within the social housing sector. Working in partnership with Housing Associations and Local Authority clients, you will take full responsibility for the operational, commercial and contractual performance of multiple projects, ensuring safe, profitable and high-quality delivery. Projects will typically include: • Pitched and flat roofing renewals, • Roof repairs and maintenance, • External decorations, • Window and door replacements, • Rainwater goods, • Brickwork and façade repairs, • External wall insulation (EWI), • Cyclical maintenance and planned works Key Responsibilities Operational Management • Manage multiple social housing contracts simultaneously from mobilisation through to completion., • Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards., • Develop and monitor project programmes, resource plans and delivery schedules., • Lead Site Managers, Supervisors, Resident Liaison Officers and subcontractors., • Conduct regular site inspections, quality audits and progress reviews., • Drive programme performance and achieve contractual KPIs. Candidate Requirements Essential • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager within the social housing, planned maintenance or refurbishment sector., • Strong background managing roofing and external works contracts., • Experience working with Housing Associations and Local Authority clients., • Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects and operational teams., • Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience., • Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills., • Good understanding of construction contracts and programme management., • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and project reporting systems., • Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable- SMSTS, CSCS Black card £65,000 – £70,000 basic salary Car allowance or company vehicle Pension scheme Private healthcare Annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holiday Career progression opportunities Please send cvs to be considered for this position

Quantity Surveyor Location: Hemel Hempstead Sector: Housing Partnerships Contractor Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package The Opportunity A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team within a well-established housing partnerships contractor. This role would suit a solid QS looking to take the next step in their career, with a clear progression route towards Senior Quantity Surveyor level within the next 12–18 months. You'll work closely with an experienced Commercial Manager while gaining exposure to multiple residential developments and partnership housing schemes. The business offers a flexible working arrangement, combining office, home and site-based working. Role Overview You will be responsible for: • Managing the commercial delivery of residential construction projects., • Producing CVRs, forecasts and monthly reporting., • Procuring subcontractors and managing packages., • Managing valuations, variations and final accounts., • Monitoring project costs and profitability., • Supporting procurement and supply chain management., • Working closely with operational and delivery teams., • Visiting projects regularly while balancing office and home working., • Supporting the Commercial Manager across multiple live schemes. About You • Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment., • Residential, affordable housing or partnerships experience preferred., • Strong commercial awareness and contract knowledge., • Experience managing subcontract procurement and commercial reporting., • Ambitious and motivated to progress toward Senior QS level., • Strong communication and organisational skills., • Located within commuting distance of Hemel Hempstead. Company Profile You'll be joining a growing housing partnerships contractor delivering residential developments across the South East. The business has a strong reputation, healthy pipeline of work and offers genuine progression opportunities within a supportive commercial team. What’s in it for you? £50,000 - £60,000 + £5,000 car allowance Residential and partnerships housing projects Clear progression to Senior Quantity Surveyor Flexible office / home working Supportive commercial leadership team Holiday and benefits package About Walker & Sloan Walker & Sloan are a BCorp certified recruitment business specialising in construction and the built environment. I, Jack Houghton, work closely with contractors and developers across the UK and handle all applications with complete confidentiality

Voids & Lettings Manager Full time - 35 hours per week Salary: £56,511 per annum Hightown House, Maylands, Hemel Hempstead At Hightown, we believe that everyone should have a safe, high-quality home and the right support to thrive. If you are passionate about delivering excellent housing services and want to work in an organisation where people genuinely matter, we would love to hear from you. We are looking for a Voids & Lettings Managerto lead our dedicated team and ensure that our homes are turned around efficiently, let appropriately and maintained to the highest standards. This role is ideal for someone who is decisive, organised and committed to creating positive experiences for applicants, residents and colleagues. About the Role As our Lettings Manager, you will: Lead, support and empower a team of staff working across voids, allocations and lettings, ensuring they have the confidence and tools to provide an excellent service. Promote a culture of respect and fairness so applicants are assessed consistently, treated with dignity and offered clear guidance throughout the lettings journey. Maintain high performance standards, monitoring KPIs and driving continuous improvement in void turnaround times and overall service delivery. Ensure all void properties meet legal, regulatory and safety requirements, including fire, gas, legionella and building regulations. Collaborate closely with Local Authority partners, internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure nominations, agreements and lettings progress smoothly. Work with compassion when supporting applicants, colleagues and partners, particularly during complex or challenging cases. Oversee budgets, ensuring value for money and effective use of resources. Work jointly with our Development team to ensure new build homes are handed over seamlessly and let within target timescales.This role requires a strong team leader who values collaboration, encourages shared problem-solving and inspires others to achieve high standards. What We Are Looking For You will be a confident manager with experience in voids, lettings, property maintenance environments and team leadership. You will bring strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities and the capacity to make informed decisions in a busy, fast-paced environment. Experience working within the social housing sector would be beneficial. You will also be committed to inclusive practice and positive resident experiences, ensuring that our services are accessible, welcoming and responsive to individual needs. A full UK driving licence and use of a vehicle are essential. Why Hightown? When you join us, you become part of a housing association that genuinely cares about people and supports colleagues to grow, develop and succeed. As well as working in an organisation guided by values that shape everything we do, you will benefit from: 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays (rising with service) Annual performance-based bonus Monthly attendance bonus Regular salary and cost-of-living reviews Life assurance (three times your annual salary) Blue Light Card - access to discounts from local and national retailers Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you progress On-site gym access Apply Today If you are motivated by helping people find safe and comfortable homes, and you would like to lead a team that has a real impact on communities, we would be delighted to receive your application. Join us, and help shape housing services that empower individuals, promote inclusion, and genuinely make a difference

Site Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance Location: St Albans Contract: Full time, permanent Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 DOE + car allowance OR company vehicle The Opportunity We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver internal and external retrofit projects across social housing properties in the St Albans area. This is a client-facing role where you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and health & safety. Key Responsibilities Oversee the overall direction of projects while maintaining financial control. Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives to ensure high-quality service delivery. Manage costs and coordinate subcontractors effectively. Plan and implement short, medium, and long-term programmes for multiple work streams. Conduct onsite inspections, investigations, and reporting to drive continuous improvement. Handover properties on time, meeting strict key performance indicators (KPIs). Liaise closely with clients, contract administrators, and design teams. Ensure strict health and safety compliance on site. Manage site administration and staff effectively. Oversee scheduling and procurement of materials. Chair subcontractor progress meetings. Programme works using MS Project.About You Proven track record delivering planned maintenance projects within social housing, ideally retrofit works. Strong leadership skills and the ability to maintain a visible, "hands-on" site presence. Excellent communication and client-facing skills. Experience in cost control and subcontractor management. Competent in using MS Project or similar planning software.Why Join Us You will be part of a modern, forward-thinking business that values the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people as the key to success. In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary, car allowance and mileage reimbursement, alongside excellent career progression opportunities. For your chance to secure this exciting opportunity, please apply online today

I'm currently working with a well-established structural engineering consultancy based in Hemel Hempstead that is looking to appoint a Structural Engineer to join its growing team. With a strong reputation across the residential sector, the business delivers a broad range of projects including bespoke residential properties, large-scale housing developments, apartment schemes, and mixed-use developments for a loyal and expanding client base. Their continued success has created an opportunity for an ambitious engineer looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role As a Structural Engineer, you'll be involved in the design and delivery of a variety of projects from concept through to completion, working closely with developers, architects, contractors, and private clients to provide practical and efficient engineering solutions. Key responsibilities include: Producing structural calculations, reports, and technical drawings Assisting with the design and delivery of residential and mixed-use projects Attending client and design team meetings Coordinating with architects, contractors, and external consultants Working alongside senior engineers on larger schemes Supporting junior technicians where appropriate Contributing to project delivery across multiple schemes Project Portfolio You'll gain exposure to a variety of schemes including: Residential developments Housing and apartment schemes High-end private residential projects Extensions and refurbishments Mixed-use developments Occasional commercial and education projects Requirements 2-7 years' experience within a UK structural engineering consultancy Strong technical design experience across steel, concrete, timber, and masonry Experience working on residential-led projects Good communication and organisational skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Ambitious and motivated to progress your career Working towards Chartership, or with aspirations to become Chartered What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible working arrangements Annual bonus scheme Pension contribution Free on-site parking Clear progression pathway towards Senior Engineer and beyond Ongoing professional development and Chartership support Friendly and collaborative working environment Regular company socials and team events Strong work-life balance Why Apply This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful consultancy that continues to grow through repeat business and client recommendations. You'll be given exposure to a varied portfolio of residential projects throughout the South East, with excellent support and a clear route for progression. If you're looking for a role that offers project variety, career development, and the opportunity to grow within a thriving consultancy, I'd be keen to discuss this opportunity further. For a confidential conversation and further details, please get in touch

Assistant Site Manager - Residential Traditional/Timber Build Houses £250 per day | Start ASAP Our client is looking for a switched-on Assistant Site Manager to join the team on a new-build housing site in Hemel Hempstead. This will see you working for one of the UK's largest growing house builders taking plots from 1st fix to completion. What you'll be doing: Managing the site team on a busy Traditional build scheme Taking properties from 1st fix to completion with main focus on finishes. Coordinating trades & subcontractors Keeping quality, health & safety, and progress on point Managing snagging, site paperwork, and daily reporting Ensuring NHBC Inspections expectation are met What you'll need: Previous experience as an assistant site manager on new build sites CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid A proactive, reliable attitude and good eye for detail. Good communication. Available to start ASAP What's in it for you? £250 per day Temp to Perm contract A great site and a supportive, down-to-earth team Get your foot in the door with a growing company Weekly pay Long term project with Multiple in Planning Want to get the ball rolling and start an initial conversation? Send your CV to or call us today to get things moving - this one's starting ASAP, and it won't be around for long