We Build Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects across sectors, including energy, roads, and public infrastructure. The role involves managing project costs, contractual relationships, and commercial performance from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and in line with high standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance. Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial Management

• Lead all commercial aspects of allocated projects, ensuring effective cost control and value management
• Prepare, review, and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow
• Administer contracts (e.g. NEC, ICE, or similar forms), including change control and compensation events
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and account settlement
• Ensure timely valuation submissions and agreement of interim and final accounts

Project Delivery Support

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to support the delivery of complex civil engineering works
• Provide commercial advice during project planning, design development, and execution
• Monitor project risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation strategies

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
• Lead or support commercial meetings, reporting on cost performance and forecasts
• Ensure collaborative working in line with modern contracting approaches and early contractor involvement

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations, and industry standards
• Support adherence to quality, safety, and environmental management systems
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails for all commercial activities

Key RequirementsQualifications & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline
• Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent) desirable
• Significant experience in civil engineering or infrastructure projects (e.g. energy, roads, marine, or utilities)
• Proven track record managing large-scale or complex projects

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract (particularly NEC)
• Excellent understanding of cost management, procurement, and contract administration
• Experience working on projects in challenging or remote environments is advantageous

We Build Recruitment are looking for a Senior Estimator to join our client’s new cladding division. The candidate will have extensive experience managing the whole estimating & tendering process from initial enquiry through to securing purchased orders. Having excellent technical & commercial experience and competence will contribute to our collaborative and flexible ways of working with clients. You will also need to be friendly, communicative, able to talk to clients, and able to work as part of a team. A deep familiarity with the following systems and products:

• Standing seam roof systems.
• Composite roof systems and wall panels.
• Built up roof systems and wall panels.
• Zinc alternative roof and wall systems.
• Flat roofs.
• Liquid-applied roofing.
• Commercial rainscreen cladding.
• Warm roof single ply.
• Guttering and rain pipes.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the estimating of cladding systems. Key Responsibilities:

• Review project specifications, drawings and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates and addendums for projects.
• Conduct thorough analysis of labour, materials, equipment, and overhead costs associated with projects. Collaborate with Project Managers, other team members to gather necessary information for accurate estimations.
• Monitor project budgets and provide regular updates on cost performance and variances.
• Identify potential risks and opportunities for cost savings and during the estimation process.
• Maintain an organised database of past estimates for future reference and benchmarking purposes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards in all estimations.
• Produce quotations covering all aspects of cladding, metal roofing and facades.
• Produce accurate quantity take offs to determine accurate project costs.
• Strong understanding of supplier costs with strong relationships.
• Strong understanding of cost control principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively liaise with clients and team members.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Requirements:

• A minimum of at least 5 years of experience as a cladding and facades estimator.
• In-depth knowledge of cladding, facade and roofing systems.
• Experience working directly with main contractors and end clients.
• Knowledge of specific manufacturers’ systems and competitive prices for these systems.
• Work in accordance with the client lead times for quotation submittals.
• Provide clear and detailed handovers with the operations team.
• Good working experience with Microsoft Office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Personable and able to work within a team environment, whilst displaying independence and initiative.

Assistant Installations Manager - Chorley, Lancashire

We Build Recruitment are currently seeking an Assistant Installations Manager for a fast-growing UK-based company that provides technology-driven car park management and enforcement services, using tools like automatic number plate recognition. This will be a fast-paced and demanding role ideally suited to someone with experience of small works projects. Some experience of managing people would be a bonus but isn’t essential. You will need to be capable of balancing multiple priorities and competing deadlines in order to support the business in achieving its goals when it comes to installation delivery.

Key Skills and Responsibilities:

Support the Installation Delivery Manager and provide cover when needed Conduct site visits and audits to ensure quality and compliance Monitor Health & Safety and enforce procedures Maintain team communication and lead or attend meetings Complete paperwork and update RAMS Coordinate with Scheduling for upcoming installations Manage small works projects and balance competing priorities Shape daily operations to meet business goals

Essential Qualifications

SMSTS

Desirable Qualifications

CSCS Black card Electrical or civils qualifications NEBOSH or IOSH

Quantity Surveyor - Joinery Experience

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Greater Manchester We Build Recruitment are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor on behalf of our client - a well-established UK manufacturer and installer of performance doorsets and bespoke joinery solutions operating across healthcare, education, commercial and residential sectors nationwide. This is a key leadership role within a growing commercial team, responsible for the full commercial lifecycle of specialist joinery and doorset packages. The Role The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage multiple projects from the pre-contract stage through to final account, ensuring commercial performance, contractual compliance, and strong client relationships. This role requires a strong technical understanding of specialist joinery and performance doorsets, including the ability to interpret and commercially manage detailed door schedules. Key Responsibilities Pre-Contract & Tendering

• Review tender documentation, specifications, drawings, and contract conditions
• Analyse and interpret detailed door schedules, including fire ratings, acoustic requirements, ironmongery sets, finishes, and compliance specifications
• Prepare detailed cost plans, take-offs, estimates and risk assessments
• Develop pricing strategies for negotiated and competitive tenders
• Attend pre-contract meetings and support bid submissions

Commercial Management

• Full lifecycle commercial control of multiple projects
• Preparation and submission of valuations and applications for payment
• Variation management and cost control
• Commercial review of door schedule changes and specification amendments
• Procurement and commercial management of subcontractors and suppliers
• Cash flow forecasting and cost/value reconciliation reporting
• Identification and mitigation of commercial risks

Contracts & Compliance

• Administer JCT and/or NEC contracts
• Ensure commercial alignment with fire safety and regulatory compliance standards
• Work closely with operations, manufacturing, and technical teams to ensure schedule accuracy and cost efficiency
• Support dispute resolution and manage final account negotiations

Leadership & Strategy

• Mentor and support Assistant and Intermediate Quantity Surveyors
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of commercial systems and processes
• Support strategic growth within regulated sectors such as healthcare and education

Candidate Requirements Essential

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience within construction or specialist subcontracting
• Strong understanding of door schedules, specification documents, and compliance requirements
• Experience in pricing and managing specialist joinery or doorset packages
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
• Excellent negotiation and financial reporting skills
• Strong commercial acumen with close attention to detail

Desirable

• Experience within fire-rated or compliance-led environments
• Membership (or working towards) RICS or CIOB
• Experience delivering projects within healthcare or education sectors
• Experience working with manufacturing-linked construction businesses

Industrial Electrical Supervisor / Electrical Site Manager

Date Posted: 31 March 2026

Location: Nottingham

Pay Rate: £27.50 – £32.50 per hour

Job Type: Temporary (10 weeks) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 50 hours per week

Job Description

We Build Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Electrical Supervisor or Electrical Site Manager to start on 07/04/2026 in Nottingham. This role is on a new build industrial distribution unit.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Overseeing electrical works on site
• Supervising installation teams
• Carrying out 1st and 2nd fix electrical installation
• Ensuring work is completed safely and in line with project requirements

Requirements

• Valid JIB Card
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification
• IPAF
• First Aid qualification
• Own tools
• Full PPE

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply through our website or call 0161 519 8584.

Electrical Installer - Preston

We Build Recruitment are now looking to recruit for an Installation Electrician on behalf of our client, a leading and fast growing North West based provider of parking solutions nationwide. The candidate will need to be within commutable distance of their Preston operations hub. Key responsibilities:

• Travel and work away from home up to four nights per week to complete electrical installations
• Carry out electrical installations on ANPR systems in line with customer specification and contractual requirements
• Preventative, periodic and reactive maintenance on existing electrics across our car park estate
• Problem solving, problem detection and repairing system faults using a logical approach
• Carry out testing on ANPR equipment
• Responsible for ensuring safe working practices and always adhering to Health & Safety regulations and expectations when carrying out any work
• Liaising with clients/customers and other on-site trades regarding our works to obtain relevant information required for the task
• Using a laptop or phone to send and receive emails, edit Microsoft Word documents, use Microsoft Teams when required and complete online training courses.

Essential experience and qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience within a comparable role after completion of electrical apprenticeship
• 18th Edition Electrical Certificate
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical installation/Electrotechnical technology.
• Competent in all aspects of electrical installation, maintenance and fault finding.
• Experience working with a range of containment systems and working with SWA.
• Experience of working in line with Electricity at Work Regulations and IEE Wiring Regulations.
• A valid driving licence and the ability to drive a company van and comply with the requirements of the company insurers
• Commercial/Industrial experience.
• Understanding of single/three phase electrical supplies, and control equipment such as contactors
• Experience of testing and inspection
• Competent in working at height and using different ladder and access platforms.

Desirable experience and qualifications:

• ECS gold card
• Inspection and testing
• A working knowledge of IP addresses and configuration of networking hardware
• Experience in data networking/CAT 5 & 6
• Safe Working at Height
• CSCS Card

Please note that Proof of Qualifications will be required.

• 18th Edition Electrical Certificate
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Electrotechnical technology

THIS ROLE IS UK WIDE THEREFORE UP TO FOUR NIGHTS WORKING AWAY WILL BE REQUIRED. Benefits:

• Basic salary of £37,500 plus guaranteed overnight premium of £5,000 (£42,500)
• Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week
• Company van provided
• Quality accommodation
• 23 days holiday which increases with service (plus Bank Holidays)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance, Private Healthcare and cashback scheme for medical costs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Focus on Health & Wellbeing with Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing Champions

Groundworker - Preston

We Build Recruitment are now looking to recruit for a permanent Groundworker on behalf of our client, a leading and fast growing North West based provider of parking solutions nationwide. The candidate will need to be within commutable distance of their Preston operations hub. Key responsibilities:

• Travel and work away from home up to four nights per week to carry out work
• Excavation works and installing service trenching, bollards, columns and signposts as required within roadways, footpaths and verges
• Operation of small highways maintenance plant and equipment
• Carry out ground surveys to locate underground services using cable avoidance tools
• General groundworks activities including the laying and levelling of kerbs, paving slabs, tarmac and concrete
• Responsible for ensuring safe working practices and always adhering to Health & Safety regulations in relation to carrying out work.
• Communicating with our client when on site, keeping them updated on works being carried out, including talking them through changes if any are necessary
• Using a laptop or phone to send and receive emails, edit Microsoft Word documents, use Microsoft Teams when required and complete online training courses

Essential experience and qualifications:

• Fully competent in all aspects of groundworks
• Minimum of 10 years groundwork experience
• NRSWA Qualification (Streetworks)
• CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator (below 10 tonne)
• A valid driving licence with the ability to drive a company van and comply with the requirements of company insurers
• Experience installing service trenching, bollards, columns and signposts as required within roadways, footpaths and verges plus repairing and resurfacing.
• Demonstrate that you can operate small highways maintenance plant and equipment.
• Previous experience carrying out groundwork surveys to locate underground services using cable avoidance tools.
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations and how they should be applied to ensure safe working at all times.

Desirable experience and qualifications:

• Valid CSCS card
• Asbestos Awareness UKATA Awarded
• Valid Abrasive Wheels certificate
• Valid Manual Handling certificate

PLEASE NOTE THAT PROOF OF QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE REQUIRED:

• NRSWA Qualification (Streetworks)
• CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator (below 10 tonne)

THIS ROLE IS UK WIDE THEREFORE UP TO FOUR NIGHTS WORKING AWAY WILL BE REQUIRED. Benefits:

• Basic salary of £35,000 plus guaranteed overnight premium of £5,000 (£40,000)
• Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week
• Company van provided
• Quality accommodation
• 23 days holiday which increases with service (plus Bank Holidays)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance, Private Healthcare and cashback scheme for medical costs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Focus on Health & Wellbeing with Mental Health First Aiders and Wellbeing Champions

Electrical Project Manager – Renewables - London

We Build Recruitment are now looking to hire a Project Manager with experience in leading large scale Electrical and Renewable projects on behalf of our client, a fast growing presence in the renewables sector. This role is based out of London with projects based across the UK. The role As a Project Manager, your primary responsibility will be the implementation and delivery of large-scale electrical/renewable projects. Your role will involve ensuring that milestones and key deliverables are achieved throughout a project’s life cycle, and to be completed on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards, reporting into the Construction Director. Responsibilities and duties

• Lead all electrical/renewable projects from contract award through to client handover
• Develop project programmes, monitor progress and report to client, Directors and the Management Team
• Set up contracts with the supply chain, negotiate terms and brief the Construction Director
• Ensure PV installations are completed by sub-contractors within the programme schedule and budgets as per contract
• Confident delivery of briefing and coordinating activities on contracts
• Ensure compliance of quality and safety of works at all times
• Effective management of multiple sites and respective Site Managers
• Continuously monitor and maintain excellent levels of H&S and quality on site
• Create & review RAMS, CPP’s and other H&S documents
• Full responsibility for the daily operations of the project delivery team
• Accurate and regular reporting of project performance
• Attend and report on meetings throughout the project(s)
• Procure subcontract labour, materials and ancillary items
• At project completion provide a detailed review of performance against budget, identifying areas for improvement
• Site surveys and inspections to be undertaken as required
• Flexible travel to and from sites across UK is required

Skills & experience

• Minimum 5 years construction project management
• 18th Edition Electrical Regulations Qualification would be advantageous
• NVQ or City & Guilds in electrical installation would be advantageous
• Ability to read and understand electrical designs from specifications and surveys
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification
• Must understand site H&S requirements and demonstrate understanding of current legislation & regulations
• Experience in groundworks would be advantageous
• Central Inverter and HV experience would be advantageous
• ECS card or CSCS
• Excellent organisation, communication and written skills are essential
• Qualified 5-day first aider
• Driving Licence