Service Care Solutions - Construction

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Carpentry / Joinery) - Surrey - Private Joinery Contractor £50,000 - £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Full-Time - Permanent 40 Hours per week (8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday) Service Care Solutions are working alongside a fast-growing, specialist carpentry and joinery contractor based in Surrey, delivering high-quality packages across new build residential schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a carpentry/joinery background to join a dynamic commercial team and play a key role in managing the contractual and financial aspects of multiple projects. Overview of the role As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for overseeing the commercial management of carpentry and joinery contracts from tender stage through to final account. You will work closely with the senior commercial team and operational departments, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and in line with contractual obligations. This is primarily an office-based role in Weybridge, Surrey, with occasional flexibility for remote working where required. On-site parking is provided. Responsibilities Be an integral member of the commercial team Manage variations, applications for payment, and final accounts Lead procurement of materials and subcontract packages Prepare cost estimates and project budgets Produce detailed quotations including prelims, labour and materials Assist with tender submissions for new projects Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors Provide commercial support to operational departments Manage day-to-day subcontract administration and contractual matters Contribute to design-stage cost planning and commercial input Requirements Minimum 4 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role Previous experience within carpentry or joinery (essential) Strong analytical and numerical skills Excellent communication and negotiation abilities Commercially astute with the drive to succeed in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated and capable of working independently Forward-thinking mindset with a willingness to learn and develop What's on Offer £50,000 - £80,000 salary (dependent on experience and level) Permanent, full-time position Immediate start available On-site parking Opportunity to join a growing specialist contractor delivering exciting residential projects If you're looking for work but this role isn't for you, please feel free to get in touch with what you're looking for. Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on or via email at

A client within the Public Sector based in Leicestershire is currently recruiting for a Planning Officer (Team Leader) to join their Planning and Development team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a Planning and Development environment . The Role Key purpose of the role: To supervise the day-to-day work of Planning Officers and Senior Planning Officers within the Planning and Development team, manage major and complex planning applications, and support service improvements to ensure an efficient, customer-focused planning service. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Carrying out duties under the Town and Country Planning Act and associated legislation• Supervising, allocating and reviewing the work of Planning Officers and Senior Planning Officers, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met• Assessing major and complex planning applications and preparing reports and recommendations• Preparing appeal statements and representing the Council at Hearings, Local Inquiries and in the Magistrates' Court• Attending Planning Committee, public and liaison meetings (including those held outside normal office hours) The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require:• A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline• Membership of the RTPI (or eligibility for membership)• Significant experience dealing with major and complex planning applications within a local authority settingThe below skills would be beneficial for the role:• Experience in supervising or mentoring planning staff• Strong report writing and presentation skills• Experience providing evidence at appeals, hearings or inquiries• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsThe client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £30 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £22 per hour PAYE ). How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to .uk or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on to discuss the vacancy in more detail.Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.

A client within the Public Sector based in Berkshire is currently recruiting for a Asset Management Surveyor to join their Property and Commercial Services Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a corporate asset management environment . The Role Key purpose of the role: To lead on operational asset management for a diverse portfolio of council land and buildings, sourcing, initiating, and driving value-added asset management initiatives. The role will support strategic goals and objectives by delivering transactional and technical property services, maximising revenue and capital receipts through proactive asset management. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Preparing and implementing the Council's Asset Management Strategy and Plan.• Leading on landlord and tenant matters including negotiating Heads of Terms for new leases, renewals, and rent reviews.• Undertaking valuations, surveys, and preparing reports relating to acquisitions, disposals, and capital asset valuations.• Leading on the acquisition and disposal of land and property interests, undertaking full due diligence.• Managing and maintaining the corporate Asset Management System, ensuring data accuracy and producing management reports. The Candidate To be considered for this role you will require:• MRICS qualified (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or working towards accreditation.• A RICS-accredited degree in Estate Management, Real Estate, or equivalent.• Proven experience in asset management and valuation within a local authority or public sector environment.The below skills would be beneficial for the role:• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.• Experience managing mixed commercial property portfolios.• Ability to prepare option appraisals and provide strategic property advice.The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £550 per day Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £475 per hour PAYE ). How to Apply If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to .uk or call Amelia at Service Care Construction on to discuss the vacancy in more detail.Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region. Referral Bonus If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.