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Assistant Estimator – Office-Based Role We are seeking an Assistant Estimator with at least 1–2 years’ experience, ideally gained with a main contractor, who is looking to progress into an Estimator role. This is an office-based position located in Bury St Edmunds, with travel required across the East Anglia, South East, and Midlands regions for site visits. The role involves working on projects within the retail and leisure sectors, including: * Store refurbishments and fit-outs * Extensions and conversions within the hospitality sector A significant proportion of work is secured through framework agreements, meaning many projects are negotiated. As such, the ability to build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers is essential. Package: * Salary in the region of £30,000 – £40,000 * Car allowance * Standard company benefits...

A well-established and growing building contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive contractor environment, working across a range of construction projects. The Role: Reporting to senior commercial staff, you will assist with the financial and contractual management of projects from pre-construction through to final account. Duties will include: * Assisting with cost planning and budgeting * Preparing valuations and applications for payment * Supporting subcontractor procurement and account management * Monitoring project costs and variations * Assisting with final accounts * Producing commercial reports and forecasts * Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and clients Requirements: * Experience in a Quantity Surveying role or relevant construction commercial background * Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or similar (or working towards) * Strong numerical and analytical skills * Good communication and organisational ability * Ambitious and eager to progress within a contractor environment * Full UK driving licence preferred What’s on Offer: * Salary of 30,000 - 40,000 depending on experience * Career progression opportunities * Supportive and experienced commercial team * Exposure to varied and interesting co...

Assistant Facilities ManagerNear Bury St Edmunds (Office based)12-month fixed term contract (Immediate start)Full-time, Monday to Friday From £31,000 per annumPurpose of this role To assist in leading the facilities team, who are responsible for the maintenance of buildings, associated equipment and services on a day-to-day basis. This role will be a key liaison for site services and will manage external contractors and sub-contractors, applying health, safety, environmental and quality standards as required.Your key responsibilities are: • Assist in overseeing the facilities team who are responsible for the maintenance of buildings and associated equipment and services, • Respond to, escalate, record, and complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks, • Be a key liaison for site services and manage the external contractors and sub-contractors, applying health, safety, environment and quality standards, • Complete and stay current with all required SHEQ training and risk reporting, • Be proactive in highlighting and driving preventive measures and controls, • Assist the Group Facilities Manager to coordinate all premises-based works activities, identify process improvements, review environmental targets and recommend cost saving opportunities, • Arrange for regular maintenance of equipment a...

Location: Brandon, Suffolk, UK Pay Rate: Up to £13.50 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing Contract / Temporary to Permanent opportunity Start Date: May (exact dates to be confirmed) Hours: Various shift patterns available * Early shift: 05:00 14:00 * Day shift: 10:30 19:30 * Night shift: 20:00 05:00 About Us: Are you an experienced Catering Assistant or looking to build your career in a fast-paced catering environment? KSB Recruitment is excited to be recruiting for a General Catering Assistant role based in the Brandon area, Suffolk. Youll be joining a supportive and hardworking team, helping to deliver high-quality food service while maintaining excellent hygiene standards across the site. Key Responsibilities: * Maintained cleanliness and hygiene i...

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Site Manager to join our team within Vistry East Anglia at our Soham site in Cambridge. As our Assistant Site Manager, you will assist the Site Manager in ensuring site compliance with health and safety, coordinating subcontractors and materials, and maintaining construction quality. You will support site operations, inspections, snagging, and customer-facing activities to ensure a safe and efficient build process. 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. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car or car allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 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 on new build projects, • Experience in the management of Health and Safety on site, • Conversation / presentational skills in the sense of a customer facing role., • NVQ Level 3, 4 or 5 in Building Construction or similar, • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Project and Asta Team plan, • Valid First Aid at Work Certificate, • Valid SMSTS Certificate, • Assisting in the management of all aspects of the build process of both traditional build and timber frame, • Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety principles, and environmental obligations and building legislation, • Ensure compliance with construction methods, health and safety regulations, and company policies, supporting the site manager in corrective actions and risk management., • Coordinate with utility companies, trades, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials and services., • Attend and support weekly site meetings, promoting communication, standards, and safety., • Maintain site presentation, secure necessary documentation, and manage site inductions for all personnel., • Monitor and ensure adherence to health and safety practices, accident reporting, and environmental policies., • Oversee and maintain quality control, including inspections, snagging, and ensuring quality standards for trades and materials. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-KM1 #LI-onsite

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Trainee to join Vistry. Starting from September 2026, as a Construction Trainee, you will be responsible for assisting with and gaining experience of the successful delivery of the project in terms of health, safety and environmental standards, programme, budget, time, quality, design, technical and customer service. You will effectively help to control and learn about all site-based activities in line with specific development requirements, company policies and procedures. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience while working towards a higher Level 4 apprenticeship to further develop your skills and knowledge. The site location for this Construction Trainee is anticipated to be in Harlow, Essex. *please note that due to the nature of the role, site locations are subject to change. • Completion of Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship Level 4, • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Up to 34 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 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, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • 4 GCSEs A-C/4-9. Two of these must be Maths and English., • A minimum of a Level 3 qualification. For example, NVQ or diploma Level 3 or equivalent / T Level / BTEC Diploma or 2 A Levels (minimum grade D or above)., • A genuine interest in developing your career within Construction, • Well organised and IT Literate, • Professional communication style with the ability to work within a team of varying seniority within the business, • Full UK driving licence, • Monitor health and safety standards on construction projects, • Record, oversee and report progress on construction projects, • Supervise specialist contractors, • Manage the quality of works, • Support commercial staff to monitor construction costs 'I joined Vistry Group as a Construction Trainee in September 2023, and the experience has been incredible. Over the past year, I’ve worked on multiple sites with different teams, gaining a real understanding of the construction process from the ground up. Vistry is a fantastic place to grow, if you bring enthusiasm and a drive to succeed, the opportunities for progression are endless.' - Luke Driver, Trainee Assistant Site Manager. 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-NS1

Project Quantity Surveyor – Utilities / Power (UKPN Projects) Suffolk (Hybrid working available) £45,000 – £60,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits An established and growing infrastructure business is looking to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of works across the UK Power Networks (UKPN) region. This is a great opportunity to join a busy and well-backed team delivering essential utilities and power projects, with strong long-term frameworks in place and a healthy pipeline of secured work. The Role You’ll take ownership of the commercial management of projects from early stages through to final account, working closely with operational teams to ensure financial performance and contractual compliance. Key responsibilities include: • Managing project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting (CVR), • Supporting procurement and subcontractor management, • Administering contracts and managing variations/change control, • Working closely with delivery teams to protect margin and drive value, • Ensuring accurate and timely commercial reporting What They’re Looking For • Experience operating as a Project Quantity Surveyor (or strong Assistant stepping up), • Confident managing project finances and commercial reporting, • Exposure to utilities, infrastructure or power projects (highly desirable), • Understanding of NEC contracts and framework environments (advantageous), • Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with site teams What’s On Offer • Competitive salary with car allowance, • Clear career progression and support toward professional qualifications, • Generous holiday allowance with flexibility to increase, • Health & wellbeing support including access to virtual GP services, • Discounts and perks scheme across a range of retailers …plus a wider benefits package including pension, life cover, social initiatives and more. Why Apply? This is a strong opportunity to join a business with: • Long-term secured work across the UKPN framework, • A collaborative and supportive commercial team, • Real opportunities to progress as the business continues to grow For more information or a confidential discussion, apply now or get in touch directly

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure. We are looking for Assistant Facilities Manager (Fixed Term) who would like to help us reach our mission to earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service. This is a 12 month fixed term contract. Purpose of this role Assist in leading the facilities team who are responsible for the maintenance of BUUKs buildings and associated equipment and services on a day-to-day basis. This role will be a key liaison for site services and manage the external contractors and sub-contractors, applying health, safety, environmental and quality standards as required by the companies policies and procedures. Your key responsibilities are Covering main Head Office reception and reception duties when required. Assist in overseeing and mentoring the facilities team who are responsible for the maintenance of BUUKs buildings and associated equipment and services. Respond to, escalate, record, and complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks where required and within individual competence ensuring prompt follow up with stakeholders. Be a key liaison for site services and manage the external contractors and sub-contractors, applying health, safety, environment and quality standards. Complete and stay current with all required SHEQ training and risk reporting. Be proactive in highlighting and driving preventive measures and controls. Assist the Group Facilities Manager to plan and coordinate all premises-based works activities, identify process improvements, review environmental targets and recommend cost saving opportunities. Arrange for regular maintenance of equipment and internal systems (e.g. heating system, fire & intruder alarms). Maintain an updated record of maintenance of equipment and internal system and document processes. Assist the Group Facilities Manager with longer term/larger scale projects such as office moves/ relocations and or significant refurbishment works. Visit other BUUK Group premises as and when required to monitor/ review ongoing facilities activities. Any other duties as required by the business. Qualifications Management professional qualification or currently working towards a qualification. Experience/Knowledge Previous facilities maintenance experience or equivalent. Previous Soft/ hard FM proven experience. Experience completing site inductions, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and all site relevant permits. Experience of leading a team and projects. Abilities/Skills Ability to effectively communicate engage with and inspire colleagues. Be adaptable to any situation in a calm and collected manner. Strong understanding of Microsoft Office & Excel. Desirable Basic health and safety knowledge (IOSH or NEBOSH). PowerPoint, MS Project and CAD. What can you expect from us Cost of living annual pay review. Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%. 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax). Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations. BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do. Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options. Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

M&E CAD Coordinator/Technician – Bury St Edmunds Client My Client are a leading well established M&E Contractor , the company has earned a solid reputation for delivering multi-unit residential projects across London and East Anglia. It also undertakes commercial developments and research facilities throughout the East of England, with annual turnover exceeding £25 million. M&E CAD Coordinator/Technician – Bury St Edmunds The Role • The prospective role would be for a full-time CAD (Computer Assisted Drawing) Trainee / Apprentice., • The role would be based at our head office in Bury St Edmonds., • Full employment details would be subject to negotiations with prospective candidates M&E CAD Coordinator/Technician – Bury St Edmunds Duties Scope of the role would include: • Production and modification of CAD / Revit models based on marked up drawings / provided information., • Suitable training will be provided in-house and time can be allocated for external courses, as applicable., • The candidate will work under the direct supervision of the CAD manager and Assistant CAD manager with the role also overseen by senior staff., • Day-to-day tasks would include the production of design and fabrication drawings for mechanical and electrical building services covering a wide range of applications and projects., • These will either be from marked-up drawings or the modification of existing drawings/ templates., • Previous experience in the M&E field would be an advantage but not essential., • There may be times when the candidate will be asked to assist other staff members with site visits to electronically scan buildings to assist in the construction of accurate electronic models of buildings and installations., • A good level of general computer knowledge would be required, and any previous experience of CAD drawing software packages would be beneficial., • The role will require good levels of accuracy and an ability to meet deadlines. Salary The salary on offer for this role is £30k - £35k+package, dependent upon previous experience. M&E CAD Coordinator/Technician – Bury St Edmunds Please Contact Sue Walter For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003 Premises Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment. By applying for this job you agree to our Privacy Policy which can be found on our website