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Estimating Manager- Logistics Construction Sector | Full-Time, Exempt | Office-Based with Occasional Travel We are working exclusively with a leading construction business to find an experienced and driven Estimating Manager to lead their estimating function. This is a senior, high-impact role for someone who combines sharp technical acumen with genuine leadership ability - someone who can win work, grow a team, and shape the future of a thriving department.Our client is a well-established, forward-thinking contractor with a strong pipeline and a clear commitment to excellence. They are looking for a leader, not just a number-cruncher.About the RoleAs Estimating Manager, you will oversee and direct the full estimating function - from producing winning bids to managing and mentoring a team of Cost Engineers, Estimators, and Estimating Coordinators. You will report directly to the Director of Estimating, Division Vice President, or President, and will play a central role in the company's growth strategy.What You'll Be DoingEstimating &amp; Bid Management<ul><li>Lead the preparation of well-organised, accurate, and compelling bid packages across lump sum, conceptual, schematic, and design-development project types.</li><li>Present estimates confidently to clients and address technical questions with authority.</li><li>Leverage historical data to ensure precision and competitiveness in all estimates.</li><li>Review subcontractor proposals for accuracy and manage open issues well in advance of bid day.</li><li>Maintain concise bid scope sheets and quantity surveys, ensuring full readiness for scope meetings.</li></ul>Leadership, Training &amp; Management<ul><li>Provide structured, ongoing training and development for your estimating team.</li><li>Manage department budgets, targets, and timelines - adjusting priorities as needed to meet deadlines.</li><li>Delegate effectively, follow up on task completion, and foster a high-performance team culture.</li><li>Mentor junior staff and support their long-term career development in estimating and the wider industry.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Business Development<ul><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Collaborate across marketing, business development, and operations to support company strategy.</li><li>Attend project milestone meetings including Owner Risk Meetings (ORMs) and Financial Reviews.</li><li>Cultivate owner relationships to generate repeat business, and network actively within the industry.</li><li>Work closely with subcontractors to stay ahead of potential project opportunities.</li></ul>What Our Client Is Looking For<ul><li>A degree in a relevant architectural or engineering discipline.</li><li>7-10 years of construction and/or construction estimating experience.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop an estimating team.</li><li>Proficiency with online estimating and construction management software.</li><li>A data-driven mindset - you make decisions based on evidence, not assumptions.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships at all levels.</li><li>Comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders and clients.</li></ul>Why This Opportunity?<ul><li>A genuinely senior role with real influence over department strategy and team culture.</li><li>A company that invests in people - with a clear focus on retention, development, and performance.</li><li>Strong project pipeline and a leadership team that values estimating as a business-critical function.</li><li>Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.</li></ul>

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Sales Consultant x2 | New Homes Salary: Up to £33,650 | OTE: £55,000 Location: Highworth, SwindonWe're looking for two motivated, customer-focused Sales Consultants to join a well-established, double-manned new homes development in the Highworth area of Swindon.If you're passionate about new homes sales and love guiding buyers through one of the biggest decisions of their lives - from first enquiry right through to exchange - this could be the perfect role for you.---The RoleBased in the Marketing Suite and Show Homes, you'll be the face of the development and play a key role in delivering an exceptional customer experience. Day-to-day responsibilities include:* Managing reservations through to exchange * Maintaining regular, proactive contact with purchasers throughout their journey * Conducting pre-completion inspections * Ensuring the site is always presented immaculately * Supporting the Sales Manager with pricing strategy---What We're Looking For* Minimum 1 year's new homes sales experience (essential) * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Highly organised, flexible and reliable * Available to work 9:45am-5:00pm, including weekends---What's on OfferThis role comes with a genuinely impressive benefits package:<ul><li>26 days holiday + your birthday off</li><li>Up to 10% employer pension contribution</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Private Bupa healthcare</li><li>Health cash plan</li><li>EAP &amp; mental health support</li><li>Life assurance up to 8x salary</li><li>3 paid volunteer days</li><li>Enhanced family leave</li><li>Vehicle allowance</li><li>Free parking &amp; EV charging</li><li>Retail discounts</li></ul>---Ready to take your new homes career to the next level? Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

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Resident Services Agent A full-time, on-site role within a 472-apartment build-to-rent residential development, reporting to the General Manager and Assistant General Manager. The Role Delivering exceptional customer service and day-to-day operational excellence for residents and visitors of the development. Key Skills Required Strong communication, customer relations, and problem-solving abilities. Must be proactive, well-organised, professional, and a collaborative team player with good computer literacy and an understanding of Health &amp; Safety principles. Main Responsibilities Customer Service - Welcoming residents and visitors, handling enquiries, logging incidents and deliveries, gathering feedback, assisting with move-ins and inductions, and maintaining high service standards throughout. Building Maintenance &amp; Safety - Conducting daily and weekly building inspections, coordinating cleaning and site services, managing contractor relationships, supporting residents with maintenance queries, and responding to out-of-hours emergencies. Security - Regular floor walks and security checks, reporting accidents and incidents, maintaining a safe and secure environment, and staying alert to suspicious activity. Administration - Managing petty cash, maintaining tidy communal areas, upholding confidentiality and privacy standards, and ensuring a professional personal appearance at all times.

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Project Manager - Build to Rent Location: South east England I'm recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist in single-family Build to Rent (BTR) housing development. My client is an established, PE-backed developer with significant institutional backing, currently experiencing rapid growth with ambitious plans to deliver over 1,000 new units annually. Operating as a fully integrated business - from development through to lettings and management - they're focused on creating high-quality, sustainable homes across the UK. Their growth pipeline includes both forward-funded partnerships with housebuilders and direct land development opportunities. The Role This is a brand new position for a client-side Project Manager who will oversee active sites spread across the South East region, from Oxford, Wellingborough, Milton Keynes, and Windsor . You'll be home-based with travel across these sites, joining projects from site commencement (post pre-construction phase) through to successful completion and handover. This role would particularly suit someone from a consultancy background - think Employers Agent experience - rather than a traditional site-based construction PM. You'll be the client's eyes and ears, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to specification. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage 5 residential development sites across the south east region</li><li>Attend and conduct regular site meetings with contractors and stakeholders</li><li>Monitor and ensure quality standards are maintained throughout construction</li><li>Track programme delivery and ensure timeframes stay on track</li><li>Oversee project valuations, cashflows and budget performance</li><li>Manage contractor relationships and hold supply chain accountable</li><li>Track and ensure compliance with planning conditions</li><li>Deliver comprehensive project reporting on KPIs including budget, programme, quality and safety</li><li>Coordinate with technical, commercial and estates teams</li><li>Manage projects through defects liability period and handover</li><li>Capture and communicate lessons learned for continuous improvement</li></ul> What You'll Need<ul><li>Relevant qualification in construction/project management</li><li>3-5 years' experience in a similar role - consultancy background ideal (e.g. Employers Agent)</li><li>Strong knowledge of residential construction, particularly houses and low-rise apartments</li><li>Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously</li><li>Full understanding of RIBA stages</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities</li><li>Self-motivated with ability to manage high workload across multiple locations</li><li>Full UK driving licence essential</li></ul> The Pipeline South East: 5 secured projects totalling 440 units (separate team managing this region) This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business in a brand new role, working on substantial residential developments with a clear pipeline of future projects. The home-based nature with regional site coverage offers excellent work-life balance whilst maintaining hands-on project

Client side Project Manager- build to rent 

Part-Time New Homes Sales Consultant- Banstead<ul><li>Banstead, Surrey (SM7)</li><li>£15.00 per hour + holiday pay (£15,000 pro rata)</li><li>Ongoing role | 2-3 days per week</li></ul>Looking for a flexible, part-time role in property where you can build experience in new homes sales while working on a beautifully presented development?This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy new homes showroom in Banstead, supporting the sales team and delivering an exceptional customer experience.Whether you're already in estate agency / new homes or looking to step into the sector, this role offers consistency, training, and exposure to a high-quality development.<h3 >What you'll be doing:</h3><ul ><li >Welcoming and registering visitors to the sales suite.</li><li >Supporting property viewings and showcasing the development.</li><li >Handling enquiries and assisting with the buyer journey.</li><li >Maintaining presentation of the showroom to a high standard.</li><li >Supporting the wider sales team with admin and customer care.</li></ul><h3 >What's on offer:</h3><ul ><li >Ongoing, stable part-time work.</li><li >Flexible working pattern: Friday, Saturday &amp; Monday (or just Saturday &amp; Monday if preferred).</li><li >Work alongside an established new homes developer and agency team.</li><li >Great opportunity to gain or build experience in new homes / property sales.</li></ul><h3 >What we're looking for:</h3><ul ><li >Confident, personable and customer-focused</li><li >Interest or experience in property, estate agency, or new homes</li><li >Well-presented with strong communication skills</li><li >Reliable and happy working weekends</li></ul>Start date: 17th April Location: Banstead (SM7) Interview: 1-stage with the Developer (MD)If you're looking for a part-time property role where you can develop your skills, meet buyers, and be part of a professional sales environment, this is a great opportunity to get started or build on your experience.

PART TIME New Homes Sales Support - Surrey 

<div><div class="mb-1 mt-6 group"><div class="flex flex-col items-end gap-1"><div class="flex justify-start opacity-0 group-hover:opacity-100 group-focus-within:opacity-100 transition"><div class="text-text-300"><div class="text-text-300 flex items-stretch justify-between">Land and New Homes Coordinator - 12-13 Month Maternity Cover</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div class="group"><div class="contents"><div class="group relative relative pb-3"><div><div>Up to £36k (reflected into day rate) | Exciting opportunity in a dynamic property team!Are you an experienced property administrator looking for a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same? We're recruiting for a Land and New Homes Coordinator on a 12-13 month maternity cover to join a thriving estate agency, supporting exciting new developments and land transactions from start to finish.What You'll Be Doing:This is a true all-rounder role where you'll be at the heart of new instructions, marketing, and sales coordination:New Instructions &amp; Setup<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Draft contracts and agency agreements, managing compliance and AML checks</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Create comprehensive site information packs including crib sheets, price lists, brochures, and CML templates</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build and maintain development master files and land plots in CRM</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Liaise directly with developers to gather marketing materials (CGIs, floor plans, brochures)</li></ul>Marketing &amp; Listings Management<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Upload and manage new listings across portals (Rightmove, Zoopla) ensuring top-quality images and accuracy</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Register and match applicants to relevant developments, coordinating email campaigns</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain development websites via WordPress and work with the marketing team on updates</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Keep price lists, crib sheets, and marketing materials current across all live sites</li></ul>Sales Support &amp; Coordination<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare offer letters, sales memos, and applicant call logs</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Occasional sales progression on specific units</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Organise agents' evenings and the annual Developers' Drinks event</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handle internet enquiries and follow-ups from multiple platforms</li></ul>Administration &amp; Beyond<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Diary management for Land &amp; New Homes Directors</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Organise meetings and distribute minutes</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Canvassing using Landinsight to identify new opportunities</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage external resources, stock takes, and stationery orders</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Property administration experience in sales - ideally from a property background</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent IT skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proactive, "can-do" attitude with strong initiative - you'll thrive working independently</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Outstanding time management and ability to juggle multiple priorities</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Logical, organised multitasker who stays calm under pressure</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience working with developers or house builders is a real bonus</li></ul>The Details:Contract: 12-13 month maternity cover Salary: £32k - £36k (reflected into day rate) Start: ASAPWhy This Role?This isn't just admin - you'll be integral to the success of new developments, working closely with directors, developers, and internal teams. If you're enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and love the buzz of new homes and land sales, this is the perfect opportunity to make your mark.Interested? Get in touch today!</div></div></div></div></div></div>

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