General Foreman x 2
Due to the award of a £25m scheme on Sizewell, our client, a top regional contractor has the need for 2 General Foremen for these works which include a broad scope of works such as groundworks, structural concrete and steel installations, drainage, pavements, building construction, ductile iron pipework and equipment racking.
Based from site, daily duties will include overseeing Contractors and labour on site, health & safety, daily diary, tool box talks and reporting.
To be considered, you will hold SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS certification as a minimum and will have solid all round Civil Engineering and Utilities experience to your name gained with reputable Contractors.
In return, a top salary is on offer along with Car and benefits and also a bonus scheme. This also comes with long term opportunities for progression.
This is a great opportunity to be part of a long term landmark project with a great client so if interested please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
Commercial Manager
Responsibilities
Commercial leadership of contract(s), ensuring all rights and obligations are fully understood.
Lead the development and implementation of the commercial strategy.
Lead, develop and mentor a team of commercial professionals, to support their career growth.
Develop budgets and cost controls, to ensure contracts meet financial and project objectives.
Ensure tenders, offers and contracts etc. are reviewed and appropriate terms are in place.
Lead cost value reconciliation processes.
Support the resolution of elevated disputes.
Ensure cash is managed effectively, minimising work in progress exposure (WIP).
Oversee that subcontracts are engaged at appropriate rates and on appropriate terms.
Provide sound advice and guidance on complex contracts.
You will have extensive commercial management experience, managing a range of complex contract arrangements within the utilities sector.
Significant management experience, with a proven track record of team development is essential, as are resourcefulness and the ability to work under pressure. Along with forward-thinking communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Please email Stewart at sl@sol-rec.com or call 07545 620084
Site Manager-Birmingham-To £55,000 + Car + Bens
Due to a rapid increase in workload on their Airport Framework at Birmingham Airport, our client, a top Regional Contractor have the need for a number of Site Managers/Agents to support works that include Roads, Drainage, Runway Improvements aother Civil Engineering works both Landside and Airside.
Daily duties will include Site Set Up, Preparing RAMs, Overseeing Contractors on Site, Health & Safety and Daily Reporting.
To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and hold SMSTS and CSCS certification to your name. You will also have solid all round Civil Engineering experience to your name gained with reputable Main Contractors.
In return, a top salary is on offer along with long term opportunities for progression.
These are excellent openings so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960054752 for further information.
Site Manager/Agent x 3-Heathrow-To £60K + Car + Bens
Due to an increase in workload on their Airport framework, our client, a top Regional Civil Engineering Contractor has the need for a number of Site Managers/Agents to support these works.
Projects will include Roads, Drainage, Roundabout works, Paving upgrades and Runway Improvements with daily duties including Preparation of Site Paperwork, Overseeing Contractors on site, Ordering Plant & Materials, Reporting and attending regular meetings with Line Managers and Stakeholders.
To be considered you will hold a minimum of an HNC in Civil Engineering and have SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certification to your name. You will also have solid all round Civil Engineering experience to your name gained with reputable Main Contractors.
In return, a top salary and benefits package is on offer with freelance also considered.
These are immediate needs so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960054752 for further information.
Quantity Surveyor-North Wales to £50K + Car + Bens + Lodge
Our client, a world renowned Principle Contractor are seeking to recruit a Quantity Surveyor for a prestigious Tunnelling and Civils scheme in North Wales. Works involve Tunnelling to house National Grid Power Cables and associated Civils works with the project valued at over £350m. Based from site offices, daily duties will include managing sub contractor accounts, cost reporting, issuing payments, variations and attending regular Commercial meetings.
To be considered you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and have 2-5 years experience gained within the Civil Engineering sector and gained within the Main Contracting environment.
This comes with an excellent salary and benefits with lodge paid if required.
This is also office based with minimal home working on offer.
This is a great opening with a top Contractor on a landmark scheme so please apply if interested to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
Technical Engineer (Pre-Construction)
A top client are looking to employ a permanent Technical Engineer (Works Preparation) to join our head office based Work Winning team in Swindon.
The role is office-based in Swindon. Candidates will Ideally have 5+ years civils infrastructure project delivery experience who would like to move into the tendering world.
He/she will be actively involved in supporting and contributing to Tenders for new work.
Candidates would then ideally have performed Project Engineer roles from Sub Agent, Agent or PM levels.
Please get in touch for more information
Thanks, Stewart
sl@sol-rec.com
07545620084
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Due to an increase in workload within their Civil Engineering sector, our client, an award winning Regional Contractor are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team on HS2 works based from Euston.
The projects involve Heavy Civils, Utility Diversions and Road works with daily duties including Overseeing Sub Contractor Accounts, Issuing Payments, CVRs and attending Commercial Meetings. This will all be with the support of the Senior Quantity Surveyor that you report to.
To be considered for this role, you will have a minimum of an HNC in Quantity Surveying and will have circa 2-3 years experience gained within the Civil Engineering or Utility sector and within the Main Contracting Environment.
In return, a top salary is on offer along with excellent benefits and the guarantee of excellent development opportunities.
This is a top role with a client we know well and can recommend so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email a drowe@sol-rec.com or call Dave on 07960 054752 for further information.
QUANTITY SURVEYOR
Quantity Surveyor
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in Utilities, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, ideally within the water industry? Are you experienced managing high-volume, low-value works, as well as knowledge of NEC contract schemes and subcontractor management?
I have an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established contractor working on long-term framework projects in Kent
The Role:
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will gain invaluable experience and exposure to Capital & Operation Expenditure budgets and the balance between the two, understanding Total Expenditure and the ever-increasing role it plays in the utilities environment
Responsibilities:
- Generating weekly revenue and cost reports
- Controlling submissions of daily completed jobs
- Producing ‘Schedule of Rates’
- Reconciling Subcontractor costs and preparing payment certificates
- Liaising with Operations and Planning to monitor job progress and scope changes
- Reviewing scheme works to ensure targets are on track to be achieved
- Pricing completed jobs for high volume works
- Developing relationships with clients to ‘Work In Progress’ days
- Analysing weekly and monthly cost and revenue data
You’ll need to be enthusiastic, proactive, and a great problem solver, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Strong Microsoft Excel expertise is essential, including proficiency in formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs, along with a keen eye for data integrity and financial analysis.
A degree in Quantity Surveying or an HNC/HND in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with commercial management experience would be highly desirable.
Please email Stewart at sl’sol-rec.com or call on 07564 776818
ICT Manager
An industry leader construction company who deliver major rail and highways infrastructure projects throughout the UK are currently looking to recruit a skilled and motivated Information, Communications and Technology (ICT) Manager.
You will lead and manage the IT team, ensuring effective resource utilisation and fostering continuous improvement.
The role requires you to oversee all information systems for effective and secure operation, including ICT onboarding, offboarding, and employee variations and manage secure communication solutions and enhance business efficiency by advising on and re-engineering ICT processes with Department Heads.
Hands-on experience and strong proficiency with the following technologies are essential for this position:
- Microsoft Azure: Strong expertise in managing, securing, and optimizing Azure environments, including IaaS, PaaS, networking, security services (Azure Security Center/Defender for Cloud), and identity management (Azure AD).
- Microsoft 365 E5 Suite & Security Tools: Strong proficiency in managing and securing the M365 ecosystem, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, Intune, Defender for Endpoint/Identity/Cloud Apps, and Purview.
Please get in touch for more information. Email Stewart at sl@sol-rec.com or call 07564 776818
SENIOR HEALTH & SAFETY ADVISOR
My client is a well-established, privately owned construction and infrastructure company in the UK. They provide a range of services, primarily focused on utilities (water, wastewater, energy, and telecoms), civil engineering, and traffic management.
They have a brand-new opportunity for a qualified Senior Health & Safety Advisor to join their team.
The Role
In this role you’ll get to use your excellent communications skills, to inspire and help your operational colleagues to execute their work, whilst consistently using “best in class” health and safety practices.
You will be encouraged to create communication strategies which resonate and inspire from in-person.
Here are just some of the activities you’ll be getting involved with
- Managing and executing site inspections
- Advising on and setting operational team safety objectives
- Supporting and undertaking investigations into accidents and incidents
- Contributing to new tenders and bids
- Assessing external environments for safe working
- Identifying any gaps in the H&S management system; recommending improvements
- Developing and implementing new initiatives or sharing best practice with colleagues
- Advising on and communicating new working practices in line with any new legislative requirements or best practice
- Actively encouraging Safety Observations and Hazard Reporting
Please get in touch if you can demonstrate…
- Exceptional communications skills and originality as well as H&S expertise are all essential for success in this role.
- We’ll be looking for you to demonstrate an innovative approach to H&S problem solving, along with significant experience in a H&S advisory role, underpinned by a thorough understanding of current HSE legislation.
- A NEBOSH Construction Certification or equivalent i.e., HNC in Construction as a minimum and a Tech IOSH Membership and working towards Grad or equivalent.
- Utilities/Gas industry experience would be highly advantageous.
- If you enjoy operating in a fast-paced and transient working environment, which is not restricted to a single or enclosed site, then this role could be perfect for you
Please get in touch if you’re interested and would like more information email sl@sol-rec.com or call 07564 776818