SENIOR ESTIMATOR
I have been given an excellent long term freelance Senior Estimator role for a major client of ours who are tendering on major Data Centre Construction works around the UK. Their aspects include the Civils and Build works with also Modular Buildings with the MEP Estimating put through their sister company so none required on this side.
They require an experienced Senior Estimator who has Civil Engineering and Build experience gained with Principle Contractors and who has solid experience in CANDY software.
This role is 3 days in Central London and 2 from home and comes with an excellent rate of £600.00 Per Day OUTSIDE IR35 and contract for circa 12-18 months so a great long term role!
The client contact is great and this is a role I can certainly recommend so if interested, please get in touch by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe drowe@sol-rec.com or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
SENIOR ESTIMATOR
Senior Estimator
Due to my clients continued expansion, they are seeking a Senior Estimator to join their dynamic team. As a Senior Estimator, you will work on civil engineering tenders, developing precise and competitive estimates for projects involving roads, sewers, drainage, utilities, and reinforced concrete structures.
Here are some of the activities you will be involved with:
- Review tender requirements, focusing on scope of works, attending site visits and collaborating with the Bid and Operational Support Teams, coordinating with Estimating Buyer on material costs and subcontractor quotes.
- Support the Apprentice Estimators in preparing and comparing detailed subcontractor pricing packages.
- Submit technical queries to clients for tender clarity and review client pricing schedules to ensure alignment with scope.
- Conduct take-offs as needed for Bill of Quantities or Activity Schedules.
- Prepare estimates for in-house work and assess subcontractor quotes for specialist tasks
- Draft bid assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions and identify project risks, compile risk register, and review utility and geotechnical data.
- Finalise and include pricing documents (e.g., Schedule of Costs, Daywork Rates).
- Attend post-tender meetings, respond to pricing queries, and track submission updates.
- Prepare pricing handover file and brief Operations Team on tender details.
We are keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
Expertise in civil engineering projects, with a focus on self-delivery works such as earthworks, roadworks, kerbing, footpaths, sewers, drainage, pipeline construction, and utility installations. Proficiency in Excel and experience using pricing software such as Conquest, Causeway, Candy, or similar.
Familiarity with key contract terms and conditions, including NEC 4 and JCT ICE, as well as an understanding of measurement methods, particularly regarding rate inclusions.
This is an excellent opportunity so please get in touch with Stewart for more information, by email on sl@sol-rec.com or on 07545 620084
SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Our client, a family owned Civil Engineering and Rail Contractor are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee Commercial activities within their Labour supply division working on projects that include HS2, Roads, Rail and other Civil Engineering schemes.
Based from their offices in Ruislip daily duties will include cost reporting, allocating payments, Variations and attending Commercial Meetings with Tier 1 Clients and Stakeholders.
In return, an excellent salary is on offer along with long term opportunities. It is a great opportunity so if interested, please get in touch by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email, drowe@sol-rec.com or call Dave on 07960 054752.
PROJECT MANAGER
This client is looking to offer a talented and aspiring Project Manager a 1st class career platform to step and up grow within a high-quality and forward-thinking environment.
Operating within London Cut & Carve Refurbishment space the directors have forged an excellent reputation for developing and enhancing the careers of many over the last 25 years.
Projects typically range from £2m – £10m across office , healthcare, education, heritage, and high end residential.
Due to market success they seek to appoint Project Manager to engage on an NHS / Hospital scheme in Ealing which is valued at £3m. This a is permanent opportunity for a well-trained individual who can demonstrate success and loyalty throughout this career. You will hold a minimum of 8 years qualification experience with strong communication and planning skills (ASTA) gained within recognised main contractors ( Building).
This a perfect opportunity for those seeking clear visibility of a genuine career opportunity to step up to contracts manager.
A first-class salary will be tailored to secure the markets best.
Please contact Simon Haupt at sh@sol-rec.com or on 07718 655668 for a confidential conversation.
COMMERCIAL MANAGER
Due to the recent award of a number of Rail contracts in the East Anglia and Southern Regions, our client, a top Main Contractor within the Rail sector has an immediate need for a Commercial Manager to join their expanding team.
Projects are valued anywhere from £1m up to £20m in value and include Station Upgrades, Platform Extensions and Bridge Replacements.
Based from their offices in Central London, you will be responsible for overseeing a Commercial Team including Senior Quantity Surveyors to ensure the projects are run to budget and ultimately making profit. You will also be required to report to Senior Management and attend regular meetings with stakeholders and the Board.
To be considered for this role you will hold a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have worked your way up to your current position as Commercial Manager within the Main Contracting environment and within the Rail sector.
In return, a top day rate is on offer along with an immediate start and ongoing contract which could also turn permanent if successful.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a great team on long term Rail projects so if interested, please do get in contact by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
SITE ENGINEER
Our client, a highly reputable Sub Contractor are undertaking major works on Thames Tideway which involves Public Realm works with specific aspects including Paving, Drainage, Street Furniture, Minor Buildings and Landscaping works.
They seek a Site Engineer to support these works with daily duties including Setting Out, QA and assisting the Site Manager with overseeing labour and Contractors on site.
To be considered for this, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and have CSCS and ideally SMSTS certification to your name. In an ideal world you will also be Tideway inducted, however this is not essential and this induction can be provided.
In return, an immediate start is on offer along with a daily rate which is paid Outside IR35.
This is an immediate need so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
I am currently working with a leading London based Main Contractor who specialise in Commercial Office Cat A and B Fit out projects from £20 – £100m + in Central London and surrounding areas up to Senior Level.
If you are an experienced Technical Services Manager who has worked on Cat A&B Major Fit Out Projects within Commercial Office sector for a Main Contractor and would be interested in discussing the role further.
If you are interested in this role please contact Gary Bulllen on 07836 291662 or by email at gb@sol-rec.com.
PLANT CONTROLLER
Our client, an award winning family owned Main Contractor have the need for a Plant Hire Controller to join their team based from their Head Office in West London.
Duties will include raising requisitions and allocating Plant for varying sites they work on including HS2, Thames Water, Highways works etc. Should the relevant Plant not be available, you will be required to go to Outside Suppliers to source this for the sites ready for when required. Other duties will include filling in allocation sheets, uploading information to their internal system and regularly checking in with sites re Plant requirements.
To be considered for this role you will have worked within this area and have an understanding of Plant allocation and Hire. You will be IT literate and have good interpersonal skills.
In return, an excellent salary is on offer along with the chance to join a great company that is growing and who offers excellent training and development opportunities.
This is a great role so if interested, please get in touch by sending a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
SITE ENGINEER
Our client, a medium sized Contractor who are undertaking Civil Engineering works on Thames Tideway are seeking a freelance Site Engineer for Public Realm works which include Roads, Paths, Paving, Landscaping and Drainage.
Based from site bear Greenwich duties will include Setting Out and QA along with Supervising works as and where required.
To be considered you will hold a Civil Engineering qualification and have experience within the Infrastructure sector. Ideally you will hold SSSTS and CSCS with Tideway Induction provided if required.
In return an immediate start is on offer along with the day rate being paid Outside IR35.
Top client with great people and an interesting scheme so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER
A well-established Main Contractor who specialise in Commercial Office Cat A & B Fit out and refurb projects ranging from £2 – 20mill in value are searching for a Technical Services Manager with a minimum of 2years’ experience working with a Main Contractor on Fit out and Refurbprojects.
- Attend meetings with the Client, the designers, specialist contractors and other team Contribute to the regular Project Report, and attend Project
- Review designers and contractors’ drawings for completeness of information and compliance with contract requirements (specification, ER, etc).
- Check ongoing installation for compliance with contract requirements (specification, drawings etc.)
- Provide assistance in planning and executing the building services commissioning.
- Assist with the delivery of the building services works or the elements there off on the project. and liaise with sub-contractors. Specialists and Consultants. as appropriate.
- Assist in the production of monthly Services Status Reports on their projects or provide information to support the overall project.
Please contact Gary Bullen at gb@sol-rec.com or on 07836 291662 for a confidential conversation.