Gibson Recruitment Limited

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Permanent Location: Bellshill Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 DOE + benefits package Ref: GR1444A Gibson Recruitment Limited Your new company & role: An established Building contractor who, due to a period of sustained growth, have a requirement for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. This could be a qualified Quantity Surveyor with a few years post-graduate experience, or an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor keen to progress. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business who can offer real career progression opportunities and have a demonstrable track record of promoting from within. Working with the established team of experienced Quantity Surveyors, the successful candidate could be expected to fulfil the following duties: Assisting on Sub-Contract agreements maximising profit Attending, contributing to, and minuting Internal Team Meetings Keeping master files of correspondence on contract Preparing Interim Valuations with Senior Surveyor and agreeing amounts for payment. Informing Sub-Contractors of Contract variations Valuing variations Pricing Reporting to Senior Surveyor on job performance via cost/value comparisons Preparing Surveying Reports The successful candidate will possess: BSc Quantity Surveying Relevant industry experience Good analytical & problem-solving skills A methodical approach Excellent numeracy skills Ability to work on own initiative. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in relevant computer programmes (Microsoft Word, Excel etc.) What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Construction Estimator Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: DOE Ref: GR1467 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Job: A national contractor who are undergoing a significant period of growth and require an experienced Estimator to join their Scottish operation on a permanent basis. The successful Estimator will come from a general Construction background (Building & Civil Engineering considered) and will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and budgets for Construction and Civil Engineering projects and similar works within projects. Your expertise and experience will be crucial in ensuring that our bids are both competitive and profitable. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive estimates that reflect the true scope and costs of our projects. Responsibilities: Analyse project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and constraints. Perform quantity take-offs and cost analysis for various civil engineering projects. Solicit and review subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure accurate pricing. Prepare and present detailed estimate reports to senior management. Identify potential risks and opportunities within project estimates. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, materials, and construction methods. Utilise estimating software and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Assist in the preparation of bid proposals and tender submissions. Review and evaluate project budgets and schedules to ensure alignment with estimates. Essential Requirements: Degree Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or similar. Minimum of 3 years of experience as an estimator in the construction industry. Strong understanding of construction methods and materials. Proficient in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, CostX, or similar) and MS Office Suite. Excellent analytical and mathematical skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Project Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering Permanent Location: Isle of Skye (including accommodation + impressive subsistence package) Salary: 45,000- 50,000 + market-leading bonus scheme + vehicle Ref: GR1348 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: A market-leading Civil Engineering Contractor currently recruiting for a Project Surveyor to strengthen their Commercial Team. Our client specialises in a variety of civil engineering disciplines including; water and drainage works, river works and flood prevention, infrastructure, roads and bridges and various other civil engineering disciplines. Your New Role: This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Contractor who are a real household name in the industry and can offer career progression and exposure to challenging projects. The successful Quantity Surveyor will have a demonstrable track record working within the Civil Engineering sector. Due to the extremely busy nature of the business at present, you will be expected to hit the ground running and assist in completing projects on time. As a Quantity Surveyor reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for advising on contract conditions and commercial matters and maintaining accurate financial control systems including, but not limited to: Commercial awareness of contracts to maximise profitability. Preparing, submitting, and agreeing a budget and to monitoring actual performance against the agreed budget. Adept at applying the appropriate financial processes. Strong knowledge of materials procurement processes. Support the Project and Contract Managers in respect of project and commercial deliverables. Production of monthly cost and value forecasts. Successful candidates will possess: Degree in Quantity Surveying. Understanding of NEC forms of contract. Demonstrable experience working on Civil Engineering projects. IT proficient with Microsoft Packages, including Microsoft Excel. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Site Engineer (Civil) / Site Agent Temp - OUTSIDE IR35 Start Date - ASAP Duration - 6 months Location - Edinburgh Rate: £Neg DOE Ref: GR1112 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Company & Role We have been engaged by a national contractor who are best known for delivering large scale infrastructure projects. This particular project is near central Edinburgh and the role has been determined to be outside scope of IR35, allowing freelancers to utilise their Limited Company as a payment vehicle. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • To deliver schemes of work on time and in line with all the required parameters • To implement and comply with SHE policy and procedures, all legal requirements, and best practice within the Business Unit and areas. • To manage the projects' finances (revenue, costs, and cash flow) and achieve planned gross margins • To lead, manage and motivate the staff on this project and to establish its full commercial contribution to the organisation. • To manage operational communications and relationships with customers, subcontractors and suppliers • To establish and maintain the best relationship with the client, through and beyond construction, to satisfactory completion, and to deliver improved value to the client and company. • To implement the project plan and ensure compliance with the project's accepted contractual terms and conditions • Ensure that forward planning is completed ensuring there is no delay due to lead in of resource/materials Key Criteria • Previous experience as a Site Engineer (Civil) or Site Agent delivering projects of similar value for another Civil Engineering Contractor • A confident and articulate communicator. • SMSTS. • CSCS. • Proven experience of meeting deadlines and keeping costing guidelines. What To Do Now Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Estimating Manager - M&E Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: £55k - £65k DOE + bonus + car allowance + comprehensive benefits package Ref: GR1113 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: Are client is a truly market-leading Contractor operating across the UK - providing innovative construction and engineering solutions for clients within a variety of sectors including Retail, Health, Education and Commercial. Working in the Glasgow office, the role presents a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Mechanical or Electrical Estimator looking for a step up or an established M&E Estimating Manager looking for new challenges within a well-established business with an impressive portfolio of clients. Your New Role: The successful candidate will provide vital estimating and commercial management to a very busy M&E operations team during an ongoing growth period for the Company. •You will show an ability to get the best out of people and utilise resources in innovative ways. •You will be able to produce reports on current success factors, market knowledge, different ways of working. •You will be expected to contribute to perpetuating the tender pipeline. •You will be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of estimating/ commercial functions within the M&E sector. •Experience of working with the 'Estimation' software would be an advantage. A working knowledge of the IEE Regulations would be desirable, however, assistance will be provided where necessary. Main duties and responsibilities will be as follows: •Motivating and guiding the estimating team ensuring agreed service levels are achieved whilst performing daily tasks •Value engineering: Alternative Specifications and spec busting revisions. Works with Managers to identify alternative Specification opportunities and provide spec alternative Value Engineering revisions. •Identification of target price list and maintenance of competitor library. •Develop key relationships with our merchant and supplier base to generate opportunities for increased revenue growth and value to our customers. •Work with Head of M&E & Commercial Director on the development of statistical / historical data analysis as required for benchmarking checks and provide sound Market analysis information. •Overseeing the development and provision of daily/weekly/monthly reports •Create and facilitates the roll-out of new processes, procedures, guidelines, systems, and tools to the team •Undertake independent 'cold eyes' review on current ways of working •Any other ad hoc tasks as required to ensure smooth running of the team •Reviewing and approving estimates for projects, including the Basis of Estimate (BoE). i.e., the underlying assumptions, methodology, logic and characteristics of an estimate and its construction. •Undertake risk analysis assessment to determine appropriate contingency levels •Prepare Basis of Estimate and compile all estimate documentation required for Departmental, Management, and Customer reviews •Negotiate and prepare quotations for works as required in conjunction with the estimating, surveying and procurement procedures. •Ensure compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act, Construction Act and the CDM Regulations as they apply at all times. •Ensure effective written and verbal communication of all critical corporate and operational issues within the department. This role presents a fast-moving challenge that will exercise your creativity and commercial flair to the full to help develop constructive solutions and secure sufficient work in terms of value and type in order to meet the businesses objectives. Self-motivated and enthusiastic, you will come equipped with a great work ethic; have excellent time management, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Assistant Site Manager Perm: New Build Social Housing Location: Edinburgh Salary: £neg DOE + package Ref: GR1110 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: Regional builder with an enviable reputation in the market and extremely low staff turnover. Due to natural expansion, they have a requirement for an Assistant Site Manager to join their operations team on a permanent basis. Due to the fast-paced nature of the business, you should be an energetic and driven Assistant Site Manager with experience in a similar capacity with another leading housebuilder, with particular experience delivering Social Housing Association new builds. Your New Role: You will become a key member of the management team, delivering a new build social housing development near Edinburgh City Centre. The role is to aid the Senior Site Manager in directing the development of the site through to completion, ensuring that Programme, Quality and Cost targets are achieved in accordance with the build programme, through the effective management of the Site team and subcontractors. Responsibilities: •Support the Snr. Site Manager in coordinating trades, direct labour, and materials to meet the production programme •Accept responsibility for such duties and responsibilities as the Snr. Site Manager may determine; in particular, as and when required, deputise for the Snr. Site Manager •Support the Snr. Site Manager, in ensuring that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources Requirements: •Experience of operating at Assistant Site Manager level for a leading house building contractor, delivering Social Housing developments •Assertive to ensure delivery of targets by the on-site team and trades/labour •Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs •knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and the relevant legislative requirements e.g., Health and Safety •Understanding and experience of dealing with all issues relating to Customer Service What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Site Manager: Fit-Out Temp (dayshift) Start Date: 10th January 2022 Duration: 16 weeks Location: Edinburgh city centre £hourly rate Ref: GR1109 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Role: Freelance Site Manager required to deliver 2 consecutive fit-out projects in central Edinburgh. The ideal Site Manager will come from a Joinery background and have experience delivering similar shop-fitting projects on time, within budget and to a high standard. SMSTS, CSCS and 1st Aid essential. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Land Manager Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: £DOE + bonus Ref: GR1108 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer & Role: Our client pride themselves on delivering a high-quality product in the most desirable rural and city centre locations. This growing company are now looking for a talented Land Manager to join their team and assist with future land planning and acquisitions. Exciting and challenging role on offer for an ambitious and driven Land Manager who is looking to join a dynamic and expanding residential construction company, working on award winning, premium builds whilst also being instrumental in the growth and future success of the business. In this role you will be responsible for identifying potential land and partnerships opportunities for the business, taking ownership of legal agreements on projects and help develop relationships with partner organisations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: •Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local authorities, local agents, landowners, and other developers within the geographical area to ensure up to date knowledge of current and future market opportunities. •Conduct land appraisals to determine the valuation of any potential development land. •Produce a clear assessment of the potential success of a development by collating build costs, market research, local planning policy and technical information. •Successfully negotiate and prepare offers to pursue land opportunities. •Maintain a sound knowledge of all technical and health and safety aspects covering land acquisition and development of land and associated legal agreements. •Maintain and manage the land register/portfolio. •Liaise with Planning and external consultants to ensure the successful delivery of applications and decisions. Key Criteria: The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role within the construction industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Land Manager to join a growing residential new build company, looking to take a leading position, alongside receiving a great salary and package where you can play a pivotal role in the company's future successes. •Experience of working as a Land Buyer, Land Manager or property related role. •Successful experience in land acquisition ideally within the housebuilding industry. •Effective communication and listening skills •Excellent attention to detail •Works collaboratively with a diverse range of people •Good administration skills •Works effectively to deadlines and competently works on multiple tasks simultaneously •Proficient IT skills. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Contracts Manager: Groundworks Permanent Location: Glasgow Salary: up to £50k DOE + company vehicle Ref: GR1107 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: We are working on behalf of a growing Groundworks Contractor to recruit a Contracts Manager based in Glasgow. Our client has recently secured several prestigious contract awards from some of the countries' most respected commercial builders and have a solid pipeline of projects specialising in groundworks, amongst other civils works. Your New Role: Most developments are in Central Scotland, and you will oversee 4-5 contracts simultaneously. Although primarily based in the central belt, some projects may require travel and an overnight stay in other regions of the country. To align with the current management dynamic, you should have a real 'boots on the ground' mentality. Due to the fast-paced nature of the business, you should be an energetic and driven civils manager. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Position works within the Operations team, taking control of up to five sites from handover through to contract delivery. • Ensuring contracts run on budget guideline. • Management of cost and programme forecasting. • Regular meetings to be held with company Directors, reporting on site progress, deadlines, and any issues. Key Criteria: • Experience as a Site Agent or Contracts Manager with another groundwork's contractor • Extensive groundworks experience • A confident and articulate communicator. • SMSTS qualification. • CSCS. • Proven experience of meeting deadlines and keeping costing guidelines. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Contracts Manager: Timber Frame Permanent Location: Glasgow & surrounding areas Salary: £45k - £55k DOE + car allowance + mileage Ref: GR1106 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an incredibly busy and reputable Timber Frame Contractor in Glasgow. Due to natural expansion, they have a requirement for a Contracts Manager to join their operations team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have experience of supervising, managing or erecting timber frame buildings. This role may also suit a Site Manager or Contracts Supervisor looking to make the step up. Your New Role: All developments are in and around Glasgow/Ayrshire and you will oversee 4-6 simultaneously. Due to the fast-paced nature of the business, you should be an energetic and driven Contracts Manager with some experience in a similar capacity. Although the successful candidate will be a joiner to trade with timber frame experience, candidates with minimal contracts management experience are also invited to apply as the business values career progression and will support individuals, as necessary. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • On-site supervision of the timber frame erector crew • On-site liaison with the Main Contractor's Site/Contracts Manager • Weekly project reporting to head office • Recorded Quality Inspections • Ensure HSE performance on site • Undertake handovers of the timber frames • Recording progress of work against the plan • Setting the crews to work, managing, and coordinating daily and weekly work tasks What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Quantity Surveyor Perm: Main Contractor Location: Dundee Salary: £40,000-£45,000 + £6,000 car allowance Ref: GR1094 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: A forward-thinking and long-standing Main Contractor typically delivering projects up to the value of £25m, predominantly across the residential and commercial sectors. The business is anticipating a further growth in turnover over the next 12 months and as such require a Quantity Surveyor to join the team on a permanent basis. Your New Role: The primary function of the Quantity Surveyors' role is to handle 3-4 post contract contracts from a commercial perspective, in addition they would be involved in pre-construction commercial input from compiling cost plans and cost parameters which are procured on a Design and Build basis. Dependant on pre-construction activities the number of contracts on site would have to be restricted if/where required to accommodate workload ability. You will be responsible for undertaking the entire quantity surveying function on specifically allocated post-contract construction projects. As a Quantity Surveyor reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for advising on contract conditions and commercial matters and maintaining accurate financial control systems including, but not limited to: •Assisting when required with the post-contract financial and design management / development on design and build projects. •Maximising return on projects by ensuring complete financial recovery from the Employer, and by negotiating and agreeing advantageous margins from key subcontractors. •Minimising the business' exposure to financial risk on all projects, encompassing both main contracts and subcontracts. •Negotiating favourable subcontract terms at procurement stage and maximising financial return at conclusion / final stage. •Avoiding / minimising and resolving contractual disputes whenever practicable and assisting specialists with their resolution if / when they become formal. •Assisting when tasked with the formulation of competitive tenders and attending tender review meetings and imparting appropriate comment and / or advice. The successful candidate will possess: •Degree in Quantity Surveying. •Demonstrable experience working for another Main Contractor. •IT proficient with Microsoft Packages, including Microsoft Excel. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established Contractor that can offer career progression and exposure to challenging projects. What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Assistant Site Manager Perm: New Build Housing Location: Glasgow Salary: £37,000 - £43,000 DOE + package Ref: GR1097 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Employer: Regional housebuilder who, due to natural expansion, have a requirement for an Assistant Site Manager to join their operations team on a permanent basis. Due to the fast-paced nature of the business, you should be an energetic and driven Assistant Site Manager with experience in a similar capacity for another leading housebuilder. You will become a key member of the management team, delivering a new build flatted housing development near Glasgow City Centre. This development has a 3-year program and entails the construction of circa 200 units across a combination of 4 and 5 storey flats. Ideally, the successful candidate will come from a joinery trade background, however all backgrounds will be considered. Your New Role: The role is to aid the Project and Site Manager in directing the development of the site through to completion, ensuring that Programme, Quality and Cost targets are achieved in accordance with the build programme, through the effective management of the Site team and subcontractors. Responsibilities: •Support the Site Manager in coordinating trades, direct labour, and materials to meet the production programme •Accept responsibility for such duties and responsibilities as the Site Manager may determine; in particular, as and when required, deputise for the Site Manager •Support the Site Manager, in ensuring that the on-site Construction team is fully resourced and well-directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities, and are provided with full support in achieving these, in terms of communication, training and development, and the organisation of the site's workload and resources Requirements: •Experience of operating at Assistant Site Manager level for a national house building contractor, and be able to demonstrate longevity of employment in said capacity •Assertive to ensure delivery of targets by the on-site team and trades/labour •Ability to prioritise tasks to meet changing business needs •knowledge of all aspects of the construction trade and the relevant legislative requirements e.g., Health and Safety •Understanding and experience of dealing with all issues relating to Customer Service What to Do Now: Please apply now with your most up to date CV or call Graeme on the details below for more information. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, do not hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.