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Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re as passionate as we are about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you. Role: Estates Support Manager - 6 - 12 month FTC Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Location: Colchester, Essex (Office Based) Your Role • Providing leadership, management and administrative support to the Estates Helpdesk and wider team, ensuring an effective property helpdesk function is provided with the highest standards of customer service., • Overseeing routine and emergency maintenance, repairs and refurbishments, ensuring that work is carried out efficiently and followed through to completion to ensure the required standards and within budget., • Leading from the helpdesk team on ensuring effective and responsive support in place for all major incidents, including coordination of contractors and arrangements for on-site support through SMO’s and Work Operatives., • Ensuring that all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is scheduled with certifications up to date and tracking the administrative closure of any remedial works are actioned and followed through to completion., • Management of the company vehicle fleet, working closely with our Fleet Management Company to ensure vehicles are effectively maintained and that appropriate compliance checks are conducted on all Consensus drivers Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy: • Holiday Purchase Scheme: Purchase an additional two days’ annual leave each year., • Recognition & Rewards: Including long service awards and a recognition platform., • Learning & Development: Supporting your personal and professional growth with Consensus Academy., • Life Assurance: Benefit of twice your annual salary., • Wagestream: Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday., • Discounts: From over 150 retailers through our employee benefits platform. To be successful in this role, you will: • Be able to demonstrate proven experience in property management, including managing maintenance, repairs and refurbishment projects., • Be able to set goals and produce plans to ensure targets and objectives are achieved whilst having the ability to motivate and guide teams., • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including construction and Fire regulations., • Ideally have previous experience in using CAFM systems. Want to hear more about the role? Call our dedicated in-house recruitment team on . We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Job Description With over 40 years experience, Argent FM is a facilities and property maintenance company providing a whole spectrum of services including electrical works, HVAC, Commercial Gas, plumbing, carpentry, water hygiene, painting and decorating,plastering, and many, many more. Responsible for a pool of Commercial clients, Account Executives serve as support to the Account Management Team with regards to ... ZIPC1_UKTJ

A client of ours in the Earls Colne, Colchester area are recruiting a Property Administrator to join their team ASAP. This is a full-time temporary - permanent position working Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm and paying up to £12.71 per hour, with the opportunity to earn up to £34,000 per annum through commission and incentives. Your key duties in this Property Administrator role will include but are not limited to: Receiving and actioning maintenance issues Instructing and liaising with approved contractors Acting as a point of contact between clients and contractors Managing insurance queries and administering policies Maintaining accurate records and supplier databases Ensuring all suppliers are appropriately vettedSkills and experience required to be considered for this role: Strong administration and organisational skills Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to use initiative and manage workload independently A team player with a proactive and resilient approachGreat benefits of working for this company once the position goes permanent include: Company pension Free parking Company events Casual dress Sickness payIf you feel you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered for this Property Administrator position, please apply with your CV and Laura will be in touch. #accountsjobs

A fantastic opportunity for an Experienced Commercial Property Manager has just come available with our client based in Colchester The successful candidate will form part of a team managing a portfolio of Commercial property for several key clients. Responsibilities include but will not be limited to: • Manage all aspects of a Commercial property portfolio, • Inspect and arrange maintenance to meet current and expected regulation., • Maintain a positive, productive and professional relationship with tenants & clients., • Oversee rent & service charge demand and collection., • Report to clients on tenant performance., • Negotiate service contracts with contractors in a professional manner, • Work with property administrator to ensure property records are accurate and up to date., • Develop and manage service charge budgets., • Regular property inspections and tenant liaison on bot Commercial, • Set up financial goals and report periodically on fee performance., • Manage small and medium refurbishment projects., • Liaise with building surveyor on dilapidation and repair notices., • Must understand the mechanics of Commercial leases The Successful Applicant will need to possess the following skills: • The perfect candidate for this position will have at least 3 years property experience, • Will consider a strong AST Residential Property Manager, • Professionally presented at all times., • Excellent communication skills face to face as well as over the phone and in writing., • Full, Clean UK Driving Licence is required, • Strong organisational skills, • Strong IT skills, • Extremely well presented, • A willingness to go the extra mile Salary £45.000 to £50.000 subject to experience, Plus Car allowance This Commercial Property Manager is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, with long term career prospects. Local experience is not essential, however an understanding on the company structure and local area is preferred The hours will be: Due to large numbers of enquiries for a role of this type. If you do not hear back from us your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion

THE COMPANY This Property Consultancy is seeking a Graduate Building Surveyor to join their established team in Colchester, delivering a diverse range of projects across the public sector. Our client is highly respected across the UK, with a strong presence and an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality built environment services. Their public sector portfolio includes projects for organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, RNLI, fire services, education providers, and police authorities. The company offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment where graduates can develop their technical expertise, gain hands-on project experience, and receive structured mentoring towards professional chartership. THE POSITION The role is for a Graduate Building Surveyor to support the delivery of a wide range of building surveying services across public sector projects. You will gain exposure to projects from inception through to completion, working alongside experienced professionals and multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Supporting the delivery of building surveying services across public sector projects Assisting with project management from pre-contract through to completion Preparing specifications, schedules of work, and technical reports Supporting contract administration under JCT Contracts, with potential exposure to NEC Contracts Undertaking building inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis Assisting in managing project budgets, programmes, and client relationships Supporting refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement works across fire, education, defence, and emergency service facilities This role offers excellent exposure to technical and professional services with a clear pathway for career progression and chartership. THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will: Hold a relevant Building Surveying degree (essential) Be working towards or keen to pursue Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent) Have strong interest in public sector projects and the built environment Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills Be proactive, motivated, and eager to learn Be capable of working both independently and as part of a team WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on meaningful public sector projects across fire services, education, defence, and emergency services Exposure to major public sector clients including the Ministry of Defence and RNLI Structured training and mentoring towards professional chartership Clear career progression within a leading property consultancy Supportive and collaborative working environment Hands-on experience with JCT and NEC contract frameworks INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information

Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re as passionate as we are about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you. Role: Estates Support Manager - 6 - 12 month FTC Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Location: Colchester, Essex (Office Based) Your Role Providing leadership, management and administrative support to the Estates Helpdesk and wider team, ensuring an effective property helpdesk function is provided with the highest standards of customer service. Overseeing routine and emergency maintenance, repairs and refurbishments, ensuring that work is carried out efficiently and followed through to completion to ensure the required standards and within budget. Leading from the helpdesk team on ensuring effective and responsive support in place for all major incidents, including coordination of contractors and arrangements for on-site support through SMO’s and Work Operatives. Ensuring that all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is scheduled with certifications up to date and tracking the administrative closure of any remedial works are actioned and followed through to completion. Management of the company vehicle fleet, working closely with our Fleet Management Company to ensure vehicles are effectively maintained and that appropriate compliance checks are conducted on all Consensus drivers Management of end-to-end process of Environmental/Building and Water and Fire Risk Assessments and that remedial actions identified are shared with appropriate stakeholders and managed through to completion. Our Benefits Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy: Holiday Purchase Scheme: Purchase an additional two days’ annual leave each year. Recognition & Rewards: Including long service awards and a recognition platform. Learning & Development: Supporting your personal and professional growth with Consensus Academy. Life Assurance: Benefit of twice your annual salary. Wagestream: Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday. Discounts: From over 150 retailers through our employee benefits platform. Health & Wellbeing: From our Employee Assistance Programme to our Mental Health First Aiders – colleague wellbeing is a priority and we’re here to support you and your teams. About You To be successful in this role, you will: Be able to demonstrate proven experience in property management, including managing maintenance, repairs and refurbishment projects. Be able to set goals and produce plans to ensure targets and objectives are achieved whilst having the ability to motivate and guide teams. Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including construction and Fire regulations. Ideally have previous experience in using CAFM systems. Above all, you’ll be committed to providing person-centred care that provides equitable opportunities to all of those you’re working for. We are proud to have been officially certified as a Great Place to Work®, and one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023. This great company culture is built on appreciation, recognition, and ensuring our colleagues have the right opportunities to flourish. We value individuality and diversity, and we know that every journey is unique. So, whatever you're looking to achieve from this next step, make this your moment to shine. Want to hear more about the role? Call our dedicated in-house recruitment team on (phone number removed). We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age