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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.

Our current Vacancies are shown below - please follow the link to apply for a specific role. For general queries or to submit a speculative CV please email recruitment@rwarmstrong.co.uk.

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RW Armstrong – Group Division:

RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 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 charming village of Sherborne St John, only a stone’s throw from the town centre and plentiful nearby amenities. Our modern offices are home to our busy Group Business Support team. Here, you will form part of a close-knit and experienced team supporting our five offices and sites across all divisions in the business. With our company expanding, there is plenty of scope for career growth.

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver a comprehensive buying function to the R W Armstrong Group supporting the operational teams in the efficient delivery of a wide range of bespoke construction projects. Procuring quality products in a cost efficient and timely manner is a priority for this role.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

To work according to the buying processes, policies and frameworks set by the Group Buying Manager.
To assist in the procurement of standard and bespoke goods and materials, at best value.
To assist in the procurement of hired in plant and equipment, at best value.
To assist in the procurement of skip and waste management services, at best value.
To coordinate and manage RWA owned plant, including repairs and purchases.
To effectively deploy plant and administer the re-use of second-hand materials.
To communicate with and manage our existing supply chain partners – negotiating rebates and setting up credit accounts where possible.
To identify and communicate opportunities for new supply chain partners to the Group Buying Manager.
To provide cover for any person within the team in the instance of absence or holiday.
To assist in reconciling Visa/Mastercard receipts for purchases. Assessing the spend with these companies and setting up credit accounts where possible.
To assist in the stock control and purchasing process of company wide clothing and Personal Protective Clothing (PPE).
To assist in producing and evaluating buying statistics.
To work off a material schedule when required.
To act as a first point of contact for department queries both internally and externally.
To raise Purchase Orders in Evo M, deal with invoice queries and chase orders where required.

KNOWLEDGE, BEHAVIOURS & SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

To have previous knowledge of the buying process and experience of negotiation.
To have previous experience managing a large volume of orders and a diverse range of products to support an average of 45 live sites.
To have previous knowledge of construction materials and plant equipment is desirable.
To have previous experience of using EVO M or a similar buying/accounts system.

SKILLS

To have a strong attention to detail and be accurate.
To have good organisational skills, be able to prioritise, make decisions and work effectively within a fast paced environment.
To demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative and with minimal supervision.
To be IT literate including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Internet Explorer and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
To have good numeracy and literacy skills.
To be highly motivated with a proactive approach to individual learning and development.
To be able to communicate with key stakeholders and liaise effectively with other internal departments.
To be able to resolve complex issues effectively.
To be able to negotiate.

WORKING HOURS

39 Hours per week
Working 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

BENEFITS

22 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
UK Healthcare Cash Plan
5 Days Company Sick Pay
Standard Workplace Pension

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This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong is unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

RW Armstrong – Large Projects Division:

RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. As part of our Basingstoke Large Projects Division, you will be joining a highly experienced and close-knit project team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity. You will be based predominantly on site, with a typical project duration of 1-3 years. From new builds to period refurbishments upwards of £10m in value, no two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth.

JOB PURPOSE

As Project Director you will take lead responsibility for one or more large high value projects, directing and managingmulti-disciplinaryprojectteams,proactivelyworkingwithPre-Constructionthroughoutthebidstage and, following bid handover, provide exemplary leadership and direction to the project team throughout the delivery and post completion phase of the projects.

The role involves taking responsibility for planning and coordinating overall project strategy and managing performance of the projects across all disciplines to meet or exceed the contractual obligations, projected profitmarginsandotherprojectKPI’s.Youwillworkindependentlyandbecapableofeffectivedecisionmaking anddirectingtheprojecttoachievethehigheststandardsofperformance.Yourprojectrelateddecisionsmust be in the best interests of Business.

You will be responsible for establishing a constructive project culture, a clear strategy with targets to drive momentum. As a primary role you will be responsible for demonstrating effective leadership and the management of both direct and indirect team members, working collaboratively with extensive number of professional design and client team members, across multiple phases or projects.

Inadditionto abroadconstructionknowledgeandprojectmanagementexperience,youressentialskillsmust beintheeffectivemanagementofpeople,deliveryofstrategicprojectobjectives,forwardplanning,effective programming, and accurate reporting of progress.

Work collaboratively with the Divisional Managers and other key personnel to promote best practice and ensure that projects are delivered to the highest standards. 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

Pre-Construction Activities

Under the direction of the Pre- Construction Manager and your Divisional Manager, proactively engage in pre- construction activities as part of bidding for new projects.
Manage your team in completing the required activities, such as Programming, methodologies, logistics, scaffold schedules, etc.
Prepare documents to supplement your presentation at mid and post tender interviews.
Lead the handover and Pre-Start process.
Lead and conclude contractual negotiations to ensure contractual risk is mitigated and contractual instruction is in place prior to any commitment of liabilities.

PostCompletion Activities

Conclude contractual, commercial, and operational activities to close all risks and liabilities.
Proactively manage post completion relationships to maintain high levels of service.
Direct the post completion process.
Oversee defects and post completion works.
Provide feedback to inform data transfer to the Subcontract database.
Implement ongoing maintenance agreements as required.

WORKING HOURS

41 Hours per week
Working 07:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

BENEFITS

24 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
£8k Car Allowance
Private Medical Insurance
5 Days Company Sick Pay
Standard Workplace Pension

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This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong is unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

RW ARMSTRONG – BLANDFORD DIVISION:

RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. You will be joining a highly experienced and close-knit team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity, from contemporary new builds to period refurbishments. No two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth. With our company expanding, there is plenty of scope for career growth.

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

COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT

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 & BEHAVIOUR

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 to 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a one-hour unpaid break each day.

BENEFITS

Car Allowance
23 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Private Medical Insurance
Standard Workplace Pension
5 Days Company Sick Pay

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This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong is unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

RW Armstrong – London Division:

RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our London division undertakes the refurbishment and new build of high-end residential properties of up to £20m in value. You will be joining a fast-moving and highly experienced team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity, including specialist basement works. No two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth.

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

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 technical understanding of traditional and modern building methods and products associated with refurbishment and new build projects of both traditional and contemporary design in the prime and super prime residential sector.

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 HOURS

43.5 Hours per week
Working 07:30 to 17:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

BENEFITS

23 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Travel Allowance
Private Medical Insurance
5 Days Company Sick Pay
Standard Workplace Pension

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This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong is unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

RW ARMSTRONG – LONDON DIVISION:

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

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

41.5 hours per week
07:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Fridays with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

BENEFITS

22 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Travel Allowance
5 Days Company Sick Pay
Standard Workplace Pension
Private Medical Insurance

For more information or to apply, click here

This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong is unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.

RW Armstrong – London Division:

JOB PURPOSE

As Project Director you will take lead responsibility for one or more large high value projects, directing and managing multi-disciplinary project teams, proactively working with Pre-Construction throughout the bid stage and, following bid handover, provide exemplary leadership and direction to the project team throughout the delivery and post completion phase of the projects.

The role involves taking responsibility for planning and coordinating overall project strategy and managing performance of the projects across all disciplines to meet or exceed the contractual obligations, projected profit margins and other project KPI’s. You will work independently and be capable of effective decision making and directing the project to achieve the highest standards of performance. Your project related decisions must be in the best interests of Business.

In addition to a broad construction knowledge and project management experience, your essential skills must be in the effective management of people, delivery of strategic project objectives, forward planning, effective programming, and accurate reporting of progress.

Main responsibilities

Project Management

Pre-construction activities

Under the direction of the Pre- Construction Manager and your Divisional Manager, proactively engage in pre- construction activities as part of bidding for new projects.
Manage your team in completing the required activities, such as Programming, methodologies, logistics, scaffold schedules, etc.
Prepare documents to supplement your presentation at mid and post tender interviews.
Lead the handover and Pre-Start process.
Lead and conclude contractual negotiations to ensure contractual risk is mitigated and contractual instruction is in place prior to any commitment of liabilities.

Post Completion activities

Conclude contractual, commercial, and operational activities to close all risks and liabilities.
Proactively manage post completion relationships to maintain high levels of service.
Direct the post completion process.
Oversee defects and post completion works.
Provide feedback to inform data transfer to the Subcontract database.
Implement ongoing maintenance agreements as required.

People Management

SHE (Safety, Health and Environment)

Proactively manage all aspects of SHE on site as a primary responsibility, setting and maintaining exemplary standards.
To keep up to date with all legal obligations and good practice.
Oversee compliance with accident, RIDDOR and near miss reporting.
To undertake regular, SHE audits of the project(s).
To set and maintain an effective SHE culture and ensure compliance with regulations.
Oversee the management of project CEMP and CPP in accordance with CDM regulations.
To liaise with external consultants and advisors.

Quality

To set and maintain a culture of quality and exemplary standards on sites.
Identify, establish, and direct quality management processes and procedures to meet and exceed the specification and KPI’s of the project.
Understand and implement internal company quality processes and procedures across all aspects of the project ensuring they meet or exceeds company standards.
Work with the Senior Management team in identifying and improving quality processes.

Compliance

Identify, implement, and fulfil the compliance requirement specified within the project conditions.
Understand and implement internal company compliance processes across all aspects of project activity ensuring all risks are mitigated to the lowest possible level.

Administration

Ensure excellent levels of administration are undertaken consistently across the team.
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of compliance matters and to follow both internal and external compliance processes.
Implement the agreed Company processes, procedures, and systems.
To run effective meetings including chairing, taking minutes, and enforcing actions.

Experience

Typically, 5+ years experience as a Senior Project Manager in the construction industry.
The management of large and complex projects of typical value £20m+, involving complex contractual, operational, and commercial activities.
Managing a direct project team consisting of 10+ people and at least 5 direct reports where you can evidence collaborative and effective people management and leadership skills.
Coordination of professional consultants, typically 10+ disciplines, working collaboratively to direct, influence and manage the team.
Understanding and managing complex project information with extensive and demanding change control requirements.
Delivering large and complex 2 stage projects involving the demands of package pricing and negotiation, including management of extensive risk and opportunity.
Evidence self-learning and ongoing CPD in the development of skills and knowledge.

Knowledge

A relevant construction qualification (Degree or NVQ in Construction Management).
In depth understanding of JCT standard contractual terms and amendments.
Extensive commercial awareness and acumen.
Advanced capability in planning and programming.
Ability to identify and strategically plan around risk and opportunity.
Design coordination of stand-alone and interrelated CDP, sometimes managing a Design Coordination team.
Management of extensive and complex SHE activities (NEBOSH Construction Preferred or willing to gain NEBOSH accreditation with RWA).
Management of extensive compliance activities.
Management and delivery of demanding quality expectations.
Contemporary construction methods and detailing on large scale projects.
Traditional construction methods and detailing on large scale projects.
Conservation and listed buildings.
Basements, RC substructures and other civils orientated project packages.
Extensive and high value residential fit outs, including highly bespoke design led and artisan trade packages.
Indoor swimming pool construction.
Extensive landscaping projects.
Competency in the use of IT software packages including as a minimum;
- Outlook, Word, Excel etc.
- Use of document filing systems.
- Elecosoft Power Project.
- PDF editing.

WORKING HOURS

41.5 Hours per week
Working 07:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Fridays, with a 1-hour unpaid break each day

BENEFITS

24 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays
Travel Allowance
Private Medical Insurance
5 Days Company Sick Pay
Standard Workplace Pension

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