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I oversee our Manchester office and recruit white collar disciplines for contractors and developers throughout the North West region.
Claire Kettle
Managing Consultant
I joined Harvey Lawrence twelve years ago and throughout that time I have focused on recruiting in the Manchester market, placing both permanent and temporary staff for contractors and developers. I am fiercely committed to offering the best possible recruitment service to all of our clients and candidates.
Before joining Harvey Lawrence, I spent twelve years in financial services which gave me a strong background in business and dealing with compliance, customer service and reporting. Overall I feel that my twenty-four year work history has given me a deep understanding of what good customer service should feel like.
I have seen Harvey Lawrence develop as a strong construction recruitment force and feel proud of the market longevity and standing that we have created in an ever-changing marketplace. Our clients and candidates have confidence in the brand and trust that we do business the right way. For me, doing a good job and working for a company that you believe in is where it's at.
Please feel free to contact me if you are interested in exploring job opportunities or looking to recruit within the Greater Manchester or Merseyside areas.
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Project Director
Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire
Project Director - A senior operational role taking the lead role on projects up to £50m. Manchester/Birmingham £75,000 to £80,000, car allowance, health and pension The Opportunity A profitable national contractor with strength across the London, Manchester and Birmingham regions, this senior management role will see you working as either a single or multi-site lead. Based between the Manchester and Birmingham regions, taking the projects from pre-construction through to delivery, completion and handover, you will be ensuring successful delivery. You will also be working with clients taking the lead in meetings, building strong client relationships and achieving a full understanding between both parties. Working closely with and leading the preconstruction and bid team on future work winning efforts to continue the ongoing bid success. Skills and Experience This role would suit someone from a Project Director, Contracts or Operations Manager background that has worked on major contracts with a proven track record leading bid, preconstruction, design and onsite delivery teams. Our client is looking for the ability to manage all aspects of the operational team creating a high-performance culture. This is a strong career move with the opportunity to influence the shaping and development of the regional business. To Apply If you are interested in this Project Director role, please call Matthew Emsley on 01785 413 140 or email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com for a no obligation discussion in confidence.
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Quantity Surveyor
Chester, Cheshire
Do you want to take the commercial lead on your own project? Are you seeking progression and opportunity to work on large multi-million pound projects? This is your chance to join a stable main contractor with a longstanding history and strong workload in the North West. The Opportunity Taking the onsite commercial lead on a £10m new build extra care facility reporting to a visiting Managing Quantity Surveyor. Joining a successful North West regional office which has built a strong reputation and relationships with its clients, leading to a great deal of repeat business. Working with a company that always looks to promote from within and who will offer realistic opportunities to advance in your career. Skills and Experience We are looking to speak to an experienced Quantity Surveyor coming from a main contractor background who have experience in working as the commercial lead on a project in excess of £5m or leading a large section of work on a major project. This contractor can offer you a chance to stay and work on North West based projects, they have secured a number of contracts in and around the Manchester area so you will have ongoing exciting work in the area for years to come. To Apply If you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140
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Freelance Finishing Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Freelance Finishing Manager - North West multi-Regional Contractor * April 2021 start date The Opportunity Working in Manchester City Centre for the main contractor on a new build hotel circa £25m+, you will be joining the project at the first fix stage to handover. You will be overseeing internal finishes ensuring they are to a high standard, providing clear direction to the on-site sub-contractors when needed and abiding to all company Health and Safety guidelines with an eye on programme at all times. Skills and Experience *Ideally come from a main contractor background, having worked in a similar role *Be a team player with the ability to manage deadlines through clear communication ensuring quality is maintained at all times *CSCS Card *SMSTS *First Aid *April 2021 start date To Apply Freelance Finishing Managers with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Project Manager
East Sussex, England
Project Manager - National Main Contractor - Workstream secured with further projects due to start throughout the UK The Opportunity Working for an established main contractor on multi-sector, mixed use schemes, you will be joining a business with a secured work-stream with the opportunity for real progression for the Project Manager with the right drive and attitude. Skills and Experience Reporting to a Contracts Director, you will be based on site managing the team and supply chain to deliver on cost, time and quality. You will provide a strategic link between the design department, commercial team and site with a proactive approach to managing Health and Safety. You will be producing and delivering accurate, consistent and professional records, reports and general information and will be the main point of contact with the client. You will need the experience, confidence and ability to build a good relationship with the client and ensure they have a clear understanding on where the scheme is up to at all times. You will be commercially aware with extensive knowledge of all disciplines involved in the construction process including design coordination, quantity surveying and procurement able to manage client relationships with excellent communication, strong planning and organisation skills. You will have the ability and experience of working on several projects simultaneously with an in-depth knowledge, keen eye and awareness of Health & Safety at all times. You will be flexible and have a positive approach to working hours with the ability to work at various locations throughout the UK and Ireland. Skills and Experience *Ideally come from a main contractor background having worked in a similar role previously. *You will be IT literate with good clear written and oral communication skills. *Have a flexible attitude to working hours as well as the ability to travel as and when needed throughout the UK. *CSCS Card *SMSTS *First Aid To Apply Project Manager with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Freelance Assistant Site Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands
Freelance Assistant Site Manager vacancy - New build housing project - Birmingham area - up to 3 months work - £20 to £22 per hour - Immediate start The Opportunity We are looking for an experience Assistant Site Manager who has experience in the housing sector to join the team of this ongoing housing project. You will be assisting the resident Site Manager to help put the trades and labour team ensuring the delivery program and quality standards are met. Working through the finishing stages of they units and working towards CML certification. Skills and Experience We are looking for candidates who have worked in similar role with housing industry experience Must hold SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS accreditations This role will include weekend working. To Apply If you are interested in this Assistant Site Manager role, please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 07841 383 592.
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Freelance - Assistant Site Manager
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Freelance Assistant Site Manager vacancy - New build housing project - Chesterfield area - up to 3 months work - £20 to £22 per hour - Immediate start The Opportunity We are looking for an experience Assistant Site Manager who has experience in the housing sector to join the team of this ongoing housing project. You will be assisting the resident Site Manager to help put the trades and labour team ensuring the delivery program and quality standards are met. Working through the finishing stages of they units and working towards CML certification. Skills and Experience We are looking for candidates who have worked in similar role with housing industry experience Must hold SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS accreditations This role will include weekend working. To Apply If you are interested in this Assistant Site Manager role, please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 07841 383 592.
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Finishing Foreman
West Midlands, England
Finishing Foreman opportunity working as part of the team on a circa £30m high rise residential project The opportunity In this role you will be overseeing the internal delivery team helping to push the trades and labour and ensuring quality in maintained. You will be working as part of the onsite team and reporting into the resident Project Manager and visiting Contracts Manager. Working with an established and financially stable main contractor you who have built a strong reputation on delivering high quality projects on time. Skills and Experience We are looking to speak with experience Finishing Foreman who have a proven background working on internal fit out packages on high rise residential projects. You will be required to hold a current CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this Finishing Forman role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
North West England, England
Nationally Recognised Leading House Builder - North West - Senior Quantity Surveyor Established over 50 years and continuing to produce high quality housing, this nationally recognised leading housebuilder continues to further increase their presence in and around the North West building a strong team to deliver quality, highly desired residential properties both for the open market and for their Partnership division. The Opportunity As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be reporting to a Commercial Manager working on both open market and partnership developments ranging from 2 units on site to 300. This role will see you working in a fast paced environment and will give you the opportunity to develop and further progress your career if you have the desire and drive to progress. Skills and Experience As Senior Quantity Surveyor your duties will include attending design team and development meetings as well as main contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings. You will agree the selection of suitable Subcontractors for the works packages, approve Subcontractors for inclusion on the Subcontractor's Approved List, prepare Subcontract tender documentation, analyse tender returns and make recommendations on subcontractor selection. You will also attend subcontract pre-order meetings and agree any post tender variations amongst other duties. It is essential that you come from a strong residential background with experience in both the Open Market and Partnership housing and ideally have worked for one of the Top 10 leading house building companies and have a proven ability of working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor. You will have an excellent understanding of methods of measurement, standard forms of contract, reporting procedures and preparation of contractual claims as well as having excellent written and oral communication skills. As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be office based but will visit sites as and when needed but on average this will be once or twice a week as the project demands. Key skills: *Degree Qualified *Come from a new-build housing background covering both Open Market Options and Partnerships *Current up-to-date CSCS card *Excellent knowledge of JCT D&B *The ability to travel as and when needed *Desire and drive to succeed in a fast paced environment To Apply Senior Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Senior Site Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Lead Senior Site Manager opportunity - Manchester - £48,000 to £53,000 plus car allowance and package The Opportunity Taking the lead role on a new build housing project in the Manchester area you will be playing a vital role in the successful delivery of this scheme. Working with a longstanding construction brand in the North West market with a strong order book of new projects due to start throughout 2021 and beyond. This project will consist of both housing units and an apartment block using both timber and metsec frames. The Role As Site Manager reporting to a visiting Contracts Manager, your duties will include overseeing the day to day site delivery, monitor progress in line with the program. You will also provide weekly progress updates, attend and lead onsite meetings and ensure that all Health, Safety and Welfare policies are adhered to at all times. Skills and Experience we are looking to speak to Site Manager coming from a new build housing background who have experienced leading the a projects as the onsite lead. It is also required that you hold a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this Site Manager opportunity please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Freelance Finishing Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Freelance Finishing Manager - Starting March 2021 until 2023* - North West Regional main contractor The Opportunity Working in Manchester City Centre for a regional main contractor on a new build residential scheme circa £50m, you will be joining the project right at the beginning of the internal works remaining on the scheme to completion 2023. You will be overseeing internal finishes ensuring they are to a high standard, providing clear direction to the on-site sub-contractors when needed and abiding to all company Health and Safety guidelines with an eye on program at all times. A good attitude and the ability to work in a collaborative manner with the sub-contractors with a good eye for detail is essential. Those with a trade background are encouraged to apply. Skills and Experience *Ideally come from a main contractor background, having worked in a similar role *An experienced team player with the ability to forge strong working relationships with subcontractors and clients alike *The ability to give clear communication ensuring quality and Health & Safety are maintained at all times *CSCS Card *SMSTS *First Aid **March 2021 start date To Apply Freelance Finishing Managers with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Project Quantity Surveyor
Cheshire, England
Project Quantity Surveyor - Regional Contractor - Housing / Apartments - North West The Opportunity Recognised as a brand producing quality housing and apartments throughout the UK, this company continues to develop through structured growth and development. By bringing together modern forward thinking attitudes, this opportunity offers not only the security of working for a well-known and respected brand, but also the ability to progress your career with a company that believes in promoting from within and the welfare of their staff. The Role and Responsibilities As Project Quantity Surveyor, you will have experience of having worked on both new build housing and apartments and have a proven track record of working in a similar role previously. Reporting in to a visiting Senior Surveyor/Commercial Manager duties may include assisting in the preparation of monthly statements, ensure that interim valuations are accurately checked, produce cost estimates and ensure sub-contractors receive prompt payment amongst other duties. Skills & Experience Degree or HNC/HND educated Ability to travel as and when required Up-to-date CSCS Card preferred Ideally have worked in a similar role in new build housing and apartments To Apply Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Quantity Surveyor
North West England, England
Quantity Surveyor - North West - Regional Contractor - **Majority of work already secured and due to go live in 2021 ** working on projects up to circa £20m The Opportunity As Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining a company recognised for producing quality housing, apartment and care facilities throughout the North West. With a number of projects already live on site and with further projects set to begin by mid-2021, this opportunity offers security, development and further opportunities for those who wish to progress their career with a company that believes in promoting from within and the welfare of their staff. The Role and Responsibilities As Quantity Surveyor, you will have experience of having worked on Care Homes, apartments and/or new build housing. You will need a proven track record working with a regional contractor on projects circa £8m to £15m. As Quantity Surveyor, reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include, amongst others, procurement of sub-contractors, sub-contract payments, assisting in the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring that interim valuations are accurately checked. We are looking for a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor who is interested in joining an established and profitable company who have a secured order book. Skills & Experience Have worked in a similar role previously and ideally, for a main contractor Experience in new build housing, apartments and/or care homes HNC/HND or Degree educated Ability to travel as and when required Current CSCS Card preferred To Apply Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Planner
North West England, England
Planner - Merseyside - Established Regional Contractor - expansion of Team required on projects £20m+ The Opportunity Having established themselves as a contractor who specialises in the accommodation sector including private rental and hotel accommodation, due to an increase in workload they are looking to further add to their existing Team thereby continuing to build a strong team enabling them to attract and develop likeminded individuals who are looking to further develop their skills and knowledge in the construction industry where hard work will be recognised. The Role and Responsibilities As a Planner, your duties will include leading in the development of baseline programmes for the project, producing weekly/monthly reports, scheduling meetings and managing the planning and programming of the works. In addition, you will need to maintain electronic files have a high standard of administration of planning and managing program documents, check the quality of the production of planning, develop tracking schedules to maintain information and prepare tender event programmes. You will need the ability to predict where possible and highlight any risks and potential delays reporting regularly to senior management. You will have a good understanding of time and level of service needed for each project, identify potential problems / risks and propose solutions. Skills and Experience This role will suit an experienced Planner from a main contracting background with experience of using ASTA. You will have experience of working on projects from tender and pre-construction through to onsite delivery To Apply Planners with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor
North West England, England
Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Regional Contractor - Housing / Apartments / Care Facilities - North West The Opportunity Recognised as producing quality housing, apartments and care facilities throughout the North West, this company continues to develop through structured growth and development and have established a strong name for themselves. With a number of projects already on site with further projects due to start over the next few months and into mid-2021, this company offers security, development and opportunities for those who wish to progress their career with a company that believes in promoting from within and the welfare of their staff. The Role and Responsibilities Drawing on their strengths to deliver housing, apartment and care facilities, as Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will ideally come from a similar background and be nearing the stage where you will be looking for your next opportunity to progress your career As Assistant Quantity Surveyor working under and with the support from the Senior Surveyor and commercial team, you will be familiar with all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of a project in order to control and maximise the company's profitability, protect the company's legal and contractual obligations and to proactively manage the control of all commercial issues. This would include ensuring all applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms, that sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with contractual obligations and commitments to Subcontractors. You will be working for a modern, forward thinking business that believes strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the Group's success. Skills and Experience HNC/HND or Degree educated Be familiar with Forms of Contract JCT D&B Worked in a similar role Ideally have experience of working on new build housing, apartments and Care Homes Preferably hold an up to date CSCS card To Apply Assistant Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Project Manager - Brickwork
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Project Manager - Immediate Start - Manchester - Main Contractor - potentially 60 weeks contracts The opportunity: You will be working on a major residential project valued at circa £75m, setting up and managing the brickwork package. This project is due to start over the next few weeks and will require you to help with the preconstruction and planning. You will be managing sub contractors, H & S and is a hands on role. The successful candidate will be reporting into a site based Senior Project Manager. Skills / Experience: CSCS essential SMSTS essential First Aid desirable but not essential Experience with a main contractor on major new build projects overseeing large brickwork packages To apply for the role please email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413140 / 07841383592.
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Project Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Project Manager - Immediate Start - Manchester - Main Contractor The opportunity: You will be working on a major residential project valued at circa £75m, setting up and managing the brickwork package. This project is due to start over the next few weeks and will require you to help with the preconstruction and planning. You will be managing sub contractors, H & S and is a hands on role. The successful candidate will be reporting into a site based Senior Project Manager. Skills / Experience: CSCS essential SMSTS essential First Aid desirable but not essential Experience with a main contractor on major new build projects overseeing large brickwork packages To apply for the role please email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413140 / 07841383592.
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Senior / Site Engineer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Freelance Senior / Site Engineer - Immediate Start - Manchester The opportunity: You will be working for the main contractor on a major Manchester City Centre development overseeing the QA for all setting out for the externals works packages including drainage and groundworks and helping to review designs. You will be reporting to an onsite Project Manager and Senior Engineer working closely to manage the onsite team and subcontractors pushing and driving the programme and helping to create solutions to resolve and issues. This role would suit an Engineer with a SMSTS/SSSTS that is happy supervising the onsite team of someone coming from an Engineering background who has moved into Site Management. Skills / Experience: CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid Main contractor background desirable CAD experience Experience of 1 man robotics setting out equipment To apply: To apply for the role of Setting Out Engineer please submit your CV by clicking the link.
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Site Engineer
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Freelance Site Engineer - Immediate Start - Manchester The opportunity: You will be working for the main contractor on a major Manchester City Centre development overseeing the QA for all setting out for the externals works packages including drainage and groundworks. You will be reporting to an onsite Project Manager and Senior Engineer working closely to manage the onsite team and subcontractors pushing and driving the programme. This role would suit and Site Engineer with a SMSTS/SSSTS that is happy supervising the onsite team of someone coming from an Engineering background who has moved into Site Management. Skills / Experience: CSCS SMSTS or SSSTS, First Aid Main contractor background desirable To apply: To apply for the role of Setting Out Engineer please submit your CV by clicking the link.