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RW Armstrong is a family company with over 60 years' heritage. Our reputation is outstanding, as are our people.

We are a leading employer in the local area and offer training and development opportunities to our employees, so there are no limits to fulfilling your potential. We are a close-knit team and you can expect a challenging, rewarding career with us.

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RW Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. You will be joining our Trade Teams, a highly experienced and close-knit team, completing large scale projects of high value and complexity. You will be involved with varied and interesting projects, where no two days are the same.

JOB PURPOSE

An R W Armstrong Assistant Wood Machinist is responsible for assisting the current Wood Machinist to select relevant materials ready for machining. This is a developmental role and there is an expectation that after the relevant training and work experience there will be an opportunity for progression into a wood machinist position. This role requires a commitment to work at the very highest standards and to develop the ability to work more independently.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

MACHINING

Taking cutting sheets from Workshop Managers and working through selecting the best materials to suit projects
Basic 1^st stage machining, i.e., cutting materials to lengths then machining to a PAR. Developing into more advance machining with inhouse training
Assisting with selecting, handling, cutting, shaping, and moulding a variety of wood to produce staircases, windows, doors, and all bespoke joinery
Neatly storing and packing 1^st staged machined materials on the pallets or trucks provided,
Assisting the wood machinist in keeping the machines clean and well maintained

GENERAL

Clean the machine shop daily (record sheets will need to be filled out for this task)
Keeping checks on materials stocks and reporting if low to Workshop Managers
Working additional time as can be reasonably required and providing additional cover as the Workshop Managers requests
Completing timesheets and having them signed off by the appropriate Manager
Working in accordance with SHE compliant procedures
Taking part in annual health surveillance
Taking part in training, inhouse and offsite

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Holds a clean driving licence (desirable)
Has experience of working in the construction or manufacturing industry (desirable)
Can demonstrate a level-headed and mature approach to using equipment
Demonstrates the ability to listen, take instruction and show a willingness to learn
Has good mathematical skills and is practically minded
Hard working, polite and of tidy appearance
Committed to delivering high quality joinery
Has a positive ‘can-do` attitude

WORKING HOURS: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday & 07:30 – 16:00

BENEFITS: 22 holidays plus bank holidays, 5 days Company sick benefit, UK Healthcare Cash Back Scheme, Workplace Pension, 4pm finish on Friday

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R W Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our well-connected head office is easily accessible from Basingstoke, situated in the village of Sherborne St John, only a stone’s throw from the town centre and plentiful nearby amenities. Our modern office is home to our busy Group Business Support team, who benefit from free car parking and bright, comfortable workspaces. You will form part of a close-knit team supporting our offices and sites across all divisions in the business.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide a comprehensive range of administrative support functions to the Financial and Commercial areas of the Business and their designated senior managers. To work proactively on day to day organisational tasks, some compliance administration and any other duties to support the managers’ developmental projects such as preparing presentation materials, database design or gathering feedback on processes and procedures.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

To provide routine administrative support including photocopying, filing, archiving and organising the confidential destruction of dated documents.

To answer telephone calls and deal with enquiries – passing on information and dealing with requests as appropriate.

To assist with covering incoming calls during the absence of the Receptionist, where appropriate.

To deal with any correspondence in accordance with instructions of line managers

To produce agendas, attend meetings, take minutes and organise the efficient collation and distribution of any meeting documentation

Prepare papers, reports and PowerPoint presentations as necessary using the correct branding and formatting.

Provide diary management arranging meetings as required, including the booking of venues, equipment and refreshments.

Maintain the financial calendar for the Finance Director

Assist in the development of relevant HUB pages for the Finance and Commercial areas of the Business

Assist with the creation and use of databases as well as engaging in some data entry tasks

Work collaboratively with the Business Administration Manager and the rest of the administration team to cover other tasks during periods of absence, holiday or increases in workload

To undertake any other duties and responsibilities that may be reasonably expected within the nature of the post on an ad hoc basis.

COMPLIANCE

Working closely with the Group Business Administration Manager they will provide compliance administration and project management support through monitoring, reviewing and carrying out contractual checks relating to new projects; ensuring compliance in line with all company procedures and documented policies; developing good practice.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to multi-task and work to deadlines.

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Articulate with numbers

Excellent IT skills, including experience of using Microsoft packages including Excel and PowerPoint

Understanding of database

Ability to be proactive, to show initiative and be forward thinking.

Willingness to be flexible in working arrangements and to support the wider team

Self- motivated and committed to their own development within the role

Ability to demonstrate discretion and abide by the legalities surrounding confidentiality.

WORKING PATTERN

38.5 hours per week, 08:30 – 17:30 Monday – Thursday, 08:30 – 16:00 Friday

BENEFITS

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

5 sick benefit days

Free onsite parking

4pm finish on a Friday

Access to an employee assistance programme

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R W Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our joinery division is one of our proudest assets, headed up by two master craftsmen with a combined experience of 70 years. As a member of the joinery team, you will work amongst skilled craftspeople on a broad range of projects, supplying high-end residential projects across our divisions.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

ESTIMATING

To meet or contact Architects, site teams and clients throughout the course of pre, live and post tender negotiations
To review tender drawings, produce a cutting list, ironmongery schedule and apply CAD drawing machine, manufacturing, finishing and installation hours to form an accurate detailed estimate
To gather external quotes for specialist items- glazing and ironmongery
Completing quantity take offs as required and completing schedules of work, or bills of quantities if applicable
To write clear and precise communications which might include detailed and complex figures, calculations, and specific joinery information

RECONCILIATION

To analyse and distribute all associated elements of the quotation to the wider team

SURVEYING

To prepare and present monthly job valuations on multiple projects to construction Surveyors
Monitor and keep a tight control on variations by accurately pricing and recording their effect on final accounts
To organise and manage orders, applications
To value completed work and arrange monthly payments

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

HNC in Construction or relevant Degree level qualification
Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of bespoke joinery manufacturing and processes, including the use of multiple and complex materials that are used within high-end joinery fitouts
Demonstrate a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and high-end residential construction
Hold a clean driving licence
Demonstrate a practical, logical, and methodical approach to thinking and problem solving
Be confident in dealing directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Clients and Subcontractors

WORKING HOURS: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday – Thursday and 07:30 -16:00 Friday

BENEFITS: 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, 5 days company sick pay benefit, Private Health Insurance, Onsite parking

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R W Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. As part of our Basingstoke Principal Projects Division, you will be joining a highly experienced team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity. From new builds to period refurbishments of up to £10m in value, no two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth. Your role will be split between our Basingstoke head office and site, as required by the project team.

JOB PURPOSE

To be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a project. Working in coordination with the site team to maintain high standards of quality and profit.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL

Have a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and up-market period houses.
Be confident in dealing directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Clients and Subcontractors.
Manage multiple projects
Be able to keep a tight control on potentially high numbers of variations on a large number of on-going projects, assisting site managers and contracts managers in recording all variations, pricing them and accurately recording their effect on final accounts and ensure that AI’s are received for all variations
Pay regular visits to site, as well as liaising directly with Contracts Managers and Site Managers to ensure that all variations are recorded on CVIs and copied to all interested parties
Responsibility for ensuring that VAT assessments/calculations are correct.

PROCUREMENT

Manage handover from estimator of financial information
Agree package composition with CM
Set buying targets for each package
Agree which packages are to be re-bid
Send out tender documentation
Conduct commercial negotiations with packages not to be re-bid
Attend post tender interviews & lead financial sections
Attend pre-order meeting & manage financial section
Produce initial CVR / buying report for each package
Prepare order documentation for each package
Carry out financial checks on sub-contractors (in conjunction with Accounts Director)
Agree detailed T&C’s back to back with main contract highlight deviations to the CM

PLANNING

Agree preliminaries set-up / spend with the CM

REPORTING

Prepare & maintain Cash Flow forecast
Prepare maintain & present CVR
Prepare for the CM the financial section of the progress report
Report to the CM in the cash position of the job
Ensure that cost reports to PQS/Clients are up to date
Communicate also on all matters affecting the performance of projects, employees, associates, and the commercial interests of the company.

MATERIAL PURCHASING

Maintain control / monitor materials & sundries purchased from site
Negotiate rates, terms & place orders for major materials packages
Sign off invoices for all site purchased materials

VALUATIONS

Prepare & publish payment schedule
Prepare & agree monthly valuations with PQS
Prepare & agree monthly valuations with Subs
Sign off invoices for payment
Ensure subcontract applications are dealt with in the required timescale (avoid payment notices)
Ensure that no deposits are paid to third parties without equivalent sums first being paid to ourselves.

VARIATIONS

Maintain VO schedule
Ensure prompt agreement of all VO’s upstream and downstream
Highlight program risk of VO’s to CM

SUB-CONTRACT COMPLIANCE

Check & Monitor insurance & renewal
Ensure timely procurement of all warranties

KNOWLEDGE

HNC in Construction or relevant Degree level qualification
Detailed knowledge private residential building contracting.
Awareness of property taxation matters and contractual law
Have a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and up-market period houses

SKILLS

Have a good working knowledge MS Office – Intermediate level of Excel
To be able to write clear and precise communications which might include detailed and complex figures, calculations and specific building information.
Strong numeracy and financial management skills and the ability to learn construction management IT packages.

EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Act in a manner befitting the status and responsibility of an Senior Surveyor and of the image of the company.
A practical, logical and methodical approach to thinking and problem solving
Be confident in dealing directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Clients and Subcontractors

WORKING HOURS

41 hours per week, 08:00-17:30 Monday – Thursday, 08:00-16:00 Friday

BENEFITS

Car allowance
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Individual private medical insurance
free onsite parking
4pm finish on a Friday!

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JOB PURPOSE

Painters and Decorators are responsible for all aspects of painting and decorating internally and externally. They should have a keen eye for detail with the ability to finish projects to the highest standard and to a deadline. Reporting to the Painting and Decorating Trade Manager and working closely with the R W Armstrong management team to achieve a high-end quality finish and to contribute to the overall success of the client experience and of client satisfaction.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

PAINTING & DECORATING

To carry out all aspects of painting and decorating internally and externally including the safe use of ladders, scaffolding and hydraulic access equipment for working at height.
To carry out all aspects of wall papering:
- Select and prepare adhesives, and apply papers to ceilings and walls
To be responsible for preparing a surface and applying a range of finishes to it in response to the specifications of a job, paying close attention to detail to create a quality end product.
- Brushing, rolling, or spraying paints, stains, varnishes and other finishes.
Cleaning, use of all tools and storage of equipment and materials safely in accordance with COSHH regulations
Work collaboratively with members of the Painting and Decorating team or to work independently depending on the project.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of painting and decorating competencies.
Demonstrate knowledge of wall papering.
Meticulously well organised and used to working to deadlines.
High quality finish and attention to detail.
To represent the company while working in our clients’ homes.
Valid UK drivers’ licence.

WORKING HOURS: 08:00 – 16:45 Monday – Thursday and 08:00 – 16:00 Friday (40 hours per week)

BENEFITS: 22 days plus bank holidays, 5 days Company sick pay, Workplace Pension, UK Healthcare Cash Back Scheme, 4pm Friday finish

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R W Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England.

You will be joining a highly experienced team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity, from contemporary new builds to period refurbishments up to £20m in value. No two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth. Your role will be split between our office and site, as required by the project team.

JOB PURPOSE

To be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of a project. Working in coordination with the site team to maintain high standards of quality and profit.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL

Have a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and up-market period houses.

Be confident in dealing directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Clients and Subcontractors.

Manage multiple projects

Be able to keep a tight control on potentially high numbers of variations on a large number of on-going projects, assisting site managers and contracts managers in recording all variations, pricing them and accurately recording their effect on final accounts and ensure that AI’s are received for all variations

Take a lead in the calculation and preparation of all company valuations and final accounts.

Prepare and present monthly job cost analysis data.

Analyse current methods and procedures and develop improved methods of working.

Assume full control of subcontract orders, applications and assist with subcontract enquiries and management. Overall responsibility for ensuring that all subcontract/supplier orders placed are within budget.

Pay regular visits to site, as well as liaising directly with Contracts Managers and Site Managers to ensure that all variations are recorded on CVIs and copied to all interested parties.

Ensure that reminders are sent to Contracts Managers at the appropriate time and that retentions are collected in full without delay.

Try to ensure that PQS’s cost reports to clients are up to date.

Report to line manager as soon as any individual budget is exceeded or likely to be exceeded.

Communicate also on all matters affecting the performance of projects, employees, associates, and the commercial interests of the company.

Ensure that no deposits are paid to third parties without equivalent sums first being paid to ourselves.

Ensure that valuations and final account for each contract are formatted / presented to suit the exact requirements of the individual PQS/architect/client, in order to speed up the certification process.

Responsibility for ensuring that VAT assessments/calculations are correct.

KNOWLEDGE

HNC in Construction or relevant Degree level qualification

Detailed knowledge private residential building contracting.

Awareness of property taxation matters and contractual law

Have a good understanding of traditional building methods and products associated with the refurbishment of listed buildings and up-market period houses

SKILLS

Have a good working knowledge MS Office – Intermediate level of Excel

To be able to write clear and precise communications which might include detailed and complex figures, calculations and specific building information.

Strong numeracy and financial management skills and the ability to learn construction management IT packages.

EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Act in a manner befitting the status and responsibility of a Quantity Surveyor and of the image of the company.

A practical, logical and methodical approach to thinking and problem solving

Be confident in dealing directly with Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Clients and Subcontractors

WORKING PATTERN

41 hours per week, 08:00 – 17:30 Monday – Thursday, 08:00 – 16:00 Friday

BENEFITS

Car allowance
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Individual private medical insurance
Free onsite parking
4pm finish on a Friday!

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JOB PURPOSE

The Assistant Buyer will support the buyer or manager with all procurement related tasks such as selecting the right product, managing purchase orders, monitoring inventory, preparing budgets and providing administrative support in general. The Assistant Buyer will work closely with suppliers and keep track of market trends.

MAIN REPSONSIBILITIES

BUYING

To work according to the buying processes, policies and frameworks set by the Group Buying Manager.
To work collaboratively with the Group Buying Team.
To search and choose relevant products suitable for purpose or requirement at best value and quality.
To maintain positive supplier relationships.
To provide administrative support.
To communicate with our existing supply chain partners.
To liaise with supply chains and communicate any relevant new material trends.
To raise purchase orders in Evo M, dealing with invoice queries and chasing orders where required.
To prepare spreadsheet files for importing onto project management and buying systems for internal management reporting.
To attend any relevant meetings and demonstrations to research new products and suppliers.
To manage inventory and keeping track of market trends.
To assist Accounts with queries/on stop accounts.
To purchase employee clothing and personal protective clothing
To assist Buyer with specific projects as required
To maintain the off-hire inbox and off hire plant in conjunction with the Buyer
To help answer Buying department calls

GENERAL

To make occasional site visits as requested
To carry out any other duties reasonably expected of an employee of the Company

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Must have some experience and knowledge of materials/construction
Previous experience in the merchandising or retail industry is desirable.
Excellent IT skills including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer.
Good organisation skills and able to prioritise, make decisions, and work effectively within a busy, high pressurised environment.
Good numeracy and literacy skills.
Able to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative and with minimal supervision.
A flexible, highly motivated, proactive and ‘can do’ working style,
Able to communicate with colleagues at all levels and liaise effectively with other internal departments
Able to demonstrate some negotiation skills

WORKING HOURS

39 hours per week
8:00am to 17:00pm on Monday to Thursday and 8:00am to 16:00pm on Friday with a one hour unpaid lunch each day

BENEFITS

22 days holiday plus bank holidays
5 days Company Sick Pay
Free on site parking
16:00pm finish on a Friday!

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JOB PURPOSE

The overall expectation of the role is producing drawings to the appropriate level of detailing (including specialist materials) for construction. To interact and work collaboratively with clients, advisors, design professionals and internal project teams. The successful candidate will be joining a well-established joinery team within a large high-end residential construction company and will play a key role in developing the drawing capabilities within the joinery division.

ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Practical joinery manufacturing knowledge of a minimum of 3 years, with a further 5 years CAD design experience,
To have a strong understanding of multiple joinery products,
- Windows
- Door sets
- Mouldings
- Cabinetry
Expert in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD/Inventor,
Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
Strong written skills,
Excellent in personal time management with the ability to multitask,
Ability to work within budgets constraints.
To have a strong understanding of furniture and cabinetry construction and materials and a strong attention to technical detail.
Strong aesthetic and technical design skills and awareness of ergonomics within a design.
Ability to hand sketch to communicate initial design ideas.
Excellent communication skills,
Knowledge of site surveys to ensure that cabinetry fits within the confines of the building,
Have a natural ability of being able to work in a team and equally on your own when required

MAIN RESPONSBILITIES

SITE SURVEYS AND RESEARCH

Take a lead role in taking accurate site surveys, with due consideration to the finished designs and ensuring the design and construction of the product accommodates site limitations and logistics, installation or finishing of the products
Being able to recognise at the first stage of design if the design will work in practice
Ability to convert architectural drawings into manufacturing drawings for approval
Ensure that drawings produced are cost efficient and within budget
Consideration of the interface with inbuilt and loose fixtures and fittings, either supplied direct or indirect
Incorporation of M, E, AV, IT and control systems within the design

CAD STANDARDS

Set and adhere CAD standards and branding, with consideration to the following:
- Page layouts and title formats
- Line weights
- Font styles
- Numbering system/variation control
- Regularized placement of drawings on paper space is achieved
- Correct use of layers
- Creation of shared standard blocks to be imported into drawings
Allowing tolerances and fitting requirements for fixtures and fittings
Accommodating mechanical, electrical AV and IT systems, including the sharing, communication and coordination of design and technical information with specialist supply chain
Understanding of the Interface between building structure and product being supplied, including consideration to the fixing and fittings and attention to detail of these parts

DESIGN

Take the lead role in liaising and communicating with clients and professionals to:
- Ascertain client brief
- Develop design concepts and obtain stage sign off
- Develop final design and obtain sign off
Adapt own design styles to meet brief, utilising current and traditional trends and standards
Follow and replicate design styles set by client’s teams
Coordinate detailed drawing for all projects considering all aspects of assembly, construction, and installation
Through CPD keep up to date with both current trends and traditional standards in the general marketplace, and in relation to the interests of the Group
Through research and CPD, be knowledgeable about current materials, products and manufacturing and use this knowledge to influence design and manufacture
Procurement of specialist equipment prior to manufacture

ADMINSTRATION

Excellent documentation and filing of drawings and correspondence
Effective management of personal workspace and the wider design office to set high standards of organisation and efficiency

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Researching and liaising with specialist supply chain
Manage enquiries and provision of technical information
Manage samples and exemplars
Obtain quotations and prepare comparisons
Identify lead in times
Prepare build programmes, integrating lead times etc
Preparation and handover of design packages to manufacturing
Preparation of time and material schedules
Coordinating and liaising with supply chain on delivery and installation dates
Preparing and providing O&M manuals

WORKING HOURS: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 – 16:00 Friday

BENEFITS:

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JOB PURPOSE

The Fleet Coordinator will be responsible for the comprehensive management and coordination of the Group Fleet Vehicles and will require you to work closely with managers and drivers, acting as the primary contact, to ensure the safe and timely deployment of vehicles.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

COMPLIANCE

To manage vehicle tracking software, monitor tracker reports, producing reports and working with managers to improve efficiency and safe use of vehicles
To undertake regular safety inspections and vehicle data gathering to ensure vehicles condition, safety and performance requirements are maintained to a high standard
To manage all vehicle documentation matters such as vehicle policies, logbooks, breakdown cover, road tax, MID insurance records and quarterly insurance declarations
To manage all driver compliance matters, such as MOT’s, license checking, driver sight checks, vehicle tachographs and driver age restrictions
To work with the Group Finance Director to manage vehicle insurances, assisting with policy renewals and dealing with all insurance claims, inspection, and lifting appliance certification
To manage congestion zone payments, low emissions, toll, ferry and other specific travel requirement etc.
To oversee the process of ensuring that the organisation’s CO₂ compliance is met and to improve processes to reduce emissions and costs associated
To deal with parking, speeding, public complaints and other vehicle infringements
To arrange and coordinate driver training where required
To maintain an accurate fleet asset register
To manage the MEO fleet monitoring system and keep up to date with employee licensing requirements
To manage the private use requests and documentation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS

Full UK Driving Licence
Previous experience in a fleet coordination or other associated vehicle logistics role
A basic understanding of vehicle servicing and maintenance
Proficient in using the Microsoft Package, in particular Excel and other information systems
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
Proactive and logical thinker with excellent organisational skills

WORKING HOURS

30 hours per week
7:30am to 13:30pm on Monday to Friday, without a break

BENEFITS

22 days holiday plus bank holidays
5 days Company Sick Pay
Free on-site parking

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R W Armstrong is a family business with over 60 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our Blandford division was formed by two established members of our management team, working on a diverse range of projects; from new build country homes, to period refurbishments. Those joining have an opportunity to help grow this up and coming division grow to its full potential, with the support and expertise of the group. Forming part of a small, close-knit team, you will be based in the charming Old Chicken House in the heart of the Dorset countryside.

JOB PURPOSE

To assist Pre-Construction throughout the bid stage and, after handover, provide leadership and direction to multiple project teams. To be responsible for the successful completion of projects so that they are delivered within the contractual timescales and meet or exceed the anticipated profit margins. To work collaboratively with the General Manager and other key personnel to champion best practice and ensure that projects are delivered to the high standards expected. To work in the best interests of the Division and those of R W Armstrong & Sons Ltd, Directors, Stakeholders and subsidiary companies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

To direct and coordinate all project activities, including overall responsibility for the performance of the assigned projects

To manage multiple projects concurrently

To set, review and implement project strategy

To drive project strategy and progress by making necessary interventions

Programming, using Project Commander software, to manage, review and update the following on an ongoing basis;

– Long and short term construction programmes

– Reporting, including base lining

– Delay analysis, including identification of cause and effect

To provide contractual and internal reporting

To create and manage documents eg IRS, CDP tracker

To manage change

To prepare a site logistics and project execution plan, including review and implementation

To deliver design coordination and management where CDP is a requirement, such as subcontractor design, directly appointed design consultants, temporary works

Pre construction activities

– Programming, methodologies, logistics, scaffold schedules, etc

– Interviews and presentations

To lead the pre start and post completion process

To manage defects and post completion works

To provide input to the Subcontract database

To set and maintain quality and service standards

People Management

To lead and manage team members to help them fulfil their roles, responsibilities and expectations

To carry out appraisals, set objectives and provide mentoring or coaching to the team

To be involved in team recruitment

To manage the expectations of clients and the relationship with professional teams

To manage the performance of subcontractors and trade operatives

To manage any contact with the general public as a result of project work

Meetings – running and chairing internal and external team meetings

To set and maintain a culture of quality and high standards on sites

To engage in external business development to build relationships that help to proactively promote our services

Proactively work with Divisional Managers and Group support teams

To understand the principals of commercial management

To understand JCT contracts;

– To manage projects in accordance with the contractual terms and conditions

– To manage notifications, claims and disputes

To work proactively with your commercial team members and oversee the following:

– The procurement processes and account management of

– Trade / subcontract packages

– Direct labour

– Preliminaries

– Goods, materials and plant

– The discharge of provisional sum and PC allowances

– Accurate and timely reporting

– The management of change

– Interim applications and final accounts

SHE (Safety, Health and Environment)

To proactively manage all aspects of SHE on site as a primary responsibility

To keep up to date with all legal obligations and good practice

Accident, RIDDOR and near miss reporting

To undertake regular, SHE audits of each project

To set and maintain an effective SHE culture and ensure compliance with regulations

To manage project CEMP and CPP in accordance with CDM regulations

To liaise with external consultants and advisors

Administration

To demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of compliance matters and to follow both internal and external compliance processes

To use the agreed Company processes, procedures and systems

To run effective meetings including chairing, taking minutes and implementing actions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BEHAVIOURS

Experience

The management of projects with a value of between £2M and £6M

The management of multiple projects running simultaneously

Understanding and managing complex project information

Managing projects whose complexity require multiple processes and programme revisions

Technical and construction knowledge

A relevant construction qualification eg)NVQ in Construction Management

Contemporary construction methods and detailing

Traditional construction methods and detailing

Conservation and listed buildings

Basements and RC substructures

Indoor swimming pool construction

Competency in the use of IT software packages including as a minimum

Outlook, Word, Excel etc

Use of document filing systems

Project Commander

PDF editing

WORKING HOURS

41 hours per week, 08:00 – 17:30 Monday – Thursday, 08:00 – 16:00 Friday

BENEFITS

Car allowance
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Individual private medical insurance
Free on site parking
4pm finish on a Friday!

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JOB PURPOSE

To work as part of a team, under the direction of the Contracts Manager (CM), to deliver projects to the highest standard and to contribute to the overall success of the customer experience and of customer satisfaction. To reflect the company ethos in the management of employees and in the undertaking of all professional duties.

ROLE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

To understand more complex project and planning information.

To demonstrate the ability to plan over a longer period and to take into account more interdependent variables in this planning.

To demonstrate time management strategies to deal with the range and complexity of tasks – managerial, administrative and technical input.

To develop strategies to manage the quality of workmanship of both direct employees and subcontractors.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

PLANNING & PROGRAMMING

To plan and coordinate daily and weekly activities for up to 3 to 4 weeks in advance, including resources and labour in line with project information and the construction programme. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of longer lead in times for materials and resources and ensure that this is reflected in any planning.

To produce a programme to support your plan based on the CM’s project programme using basic programming software to compile this and as a tool to show progress, record delays and variations.

To plan for more numerous, complex tasks in an integrated manner that illustrates how they are interlinked and interdependent.

To ensure that all planning and programming is shared with the relevant team members, including subcontractors, and is monitored and reviewed.

Where appropriate consult with subcontractors to gather their specialist input into the programme.

To contribute proactively to weekly team planning meetings and to maintain excellent levels of communication with the client and their representatives.

MANAGEMENT

To manage your team in line with HR (Human Resources) policies and the Company values.

To manage all activities on site related to the project with some guidance from the Contracts Manager, but increasingly able to demonstrate initiative and self- reliance.

To manage your time effectively so as to balance the increased administrative and managerial aspects of the role together with any ongoing practical demands.

To manage the site with the minimum of disruption to the client and to ensure that team members, including subcontractors, conduct themselves appropriately at all times.

COMMERCIAL AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING

To plan and manage the project with consideration to financial efficiencies with regard to the sequencing of activities and the use of labour and plant.

To accurately complete all administration supporting financial tracking and be able to deliver this information at formal meetings.

QUALITY CONTROL

To ensure that expectations of workmanship are explained clearly to the team including the use of examples of good practice where appropriate.

To ensure strategies are used to monitor quality and to maintain high standards including regular site inspections of work in progress.

To follow all company processes regarding sign off and completion of works.

To deploy effective strategies to address issues regarding work that doesn’t meet expectations including gathering documentation to support this assessment and to ensure standards are met.

SHE (Safety, Health and Environment)

To be aware of all relevant SHE legislation with regards to statutory compliance.

To understand project information to help identify risk and manage potential hazards using company procedures.

To establish a site safety culture.

To ensure that all documentation related to SHE is completed regularly, kept up to date and filed securely.

ADMINISTRATION & DOCUMENT CONTROL

To develop effective strategies for producing, updating, collating and storing all relevant project information in line with company policy, procedure and legislation.

To demonstrate effective communication using email and more formal documentation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND BEHAVIOURS

KNOWLEDGE

A Trade Apprenticeship.

Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Certificate.

First Aid Certificate.

Basic contractual knowledge.

Intermediate programming software.

Awareness of standard pre-construction processes and relevant SHE regulations.

SKILLS

Self-motivated and able to use initiative.

Able to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Effective time management.

Good problem-solving capabilities.

Clear communicator.

EXPERIENCE

Trade experience (desirable).

Previous managerial experience on projects of a value up to approximately £2million or of similar complexity.

WORKING HOURS

42.75 hours per week, 07:30 – 17:00 Monday – Thursday, 07:30 – 16:00 Friday

BENEFITS

Car allowance
22 days holiday plus bank holidays
Individual private medical insurance
Free on site parking
4pm finish on a Friday!

Any questions?

To contact us about a vacancy, or to send a speculative application, please contact our Human Resources team at recruitment@rwarmstrong.co.uk