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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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, apartment and care facilities throughout the North West, this company continues to develop through structured growth. With further projects due to start over the next few months, 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 under guidance and with support as and when needed, you will need to be at the stage where you can take responsibility for the successful management and control of 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 includes ensuring 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 believe strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the Group's success. Skills and Experience Ideally two to four years' experience preferred HNC/HND or Degree educated Worked in a similar role and near to taking the next step up on their career path Ideally have experience of working on new build housing, apartments and Care Homes Up-to-date CSCS card To Apply Assistance Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Commercial Manager
Liverpool, Merseyside
Commercial Manager opportunity joining an expanding contractor with a strong foothold in the high rise residential market. Taking the commercial lead role on new build residential project valued circa £85m to £100m. The Opportunity As Commercial Manager, you will be joining a close-knit team who are currently working on a number of phased high-rise residential projects valued at circa £100m+. With a strong workload in 2020 and with new projects due to start throughout the year, the current secured workstream will cover the next 4 years. You will be managing projects, circa £100m with the opportunity to step up to Senior Commercial Manager taking control of multiple major projects and leading the commercial team. As Commercial Manager, you will have full commercial responsibility for residential projects in the Liverpool and Manchester areas reporting to the Commercial Director. You will have previous experience of leading a team of Surveyors at all levels and of managing projects of circa £40m+. You will be experienced in resolving contractual and commercial problems, offering direction and instruction to members of your team, be experienced in risk assessment, ensure that the financial aspects are monitored at all times and oversee financial KPIs. The ability to mentor junior team members is also essential as you will be joining a company known for their staff retention and who believe strongly in promoting from within. Skills and Experience This role will suit someone coming from a main contractor background leading projects in excess of £40m. This role will see you leading the commercial team and as such our client is looking for someone who has clear and concise communication skills. To Apply Commercial Managers with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Project Manager
Merseyside, England
Project Manager - Liverpool - Regional Contractor - Strong pipeline of work already secured The Opportunity Fastly becoming a well-known name in the Merseyside area and strongly believing in mentoring and promoting from within, this contractor is continuing to build a strong team with experienced Managers enabling them to attract and develop likeminded individuals who want to get a foothold in the construction industry and develop their career with the knowledge that their hard work will be recognised through progression opportunities. The Role and Responsibilities As Project Manager on a circa £9m apartment scheme, you will be reporting to a visiting Operations Manager and will ideally have worked for a Tier 1 contractor previously on projects including residential, affordable housing and leisure. As Project Manager, you will have a proven ability to lead and co-ordinate all project activities ensuring that all project deliverables are achieved with regard to safety, quality, program and have a good eye for commercials. An ability to "lead from the front" is essential providing support and mentoring where required to junior members of the team thereby ensuring the continued development of the business with a strong site team to build lasting relationships with site staff and clients alike. Further duties will include attending and chairing client and project meetings, maintaining contact and a good working relationship with the clients, monitoring and reporting on budgets, delays and holdups on a regular and detailed level to senior management with the ability to recognise and close out any issues quickly and effectively. Skills and Experience CSCS SMSTS First Aid certificate The ability to travel as and when required Experience of having worked for a Tier 1 contractor previously To Apply Project Managers with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Manchester - National Main Contractor working on both pre-construction and on live projects up to circa £40m+ Due to further growth and project awards, a new position has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an established team working on projects circa £30m. This is an opportunity to join a company that has already secured their turnover for 2019 and are in an excellent position for attaining their growth expectation in 2020. The Opportunity As Senior Quantity Surveyor reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be joining a company that believes in supporting and developing their Team and who promote their more Senior Managers to help mentor more junior team members providing support and advice wherever possible. Working closely with the onsite team you will be looking after all commercial aspects of the project which will include, amongst other duties, accurate costing and preparation of budgets, subcontract procurement, subcontract payments, final accounts and Cost Value Reports. This role would suit and ambitious individual who is happy working as part of a team or in an autonomous role. With projects on site and/or due to start on site shortly, the sectors you could be working on include Commercial, Leisure, Education and PRS schemes. Skills and Experience As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be commercially aware and meticulous in all your workings, have good people management skills with the ability to support and nurture more junior team members as and when necessary. Experience of working on two stage tenders is preferred and you will need a good knowledge of D&B JCT or NEC Forms of Contract. To Apply Senior Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Site Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands
An exciting opportunity to work with one of the country's most successful house builder's as a Site Manager. The company are offering a package of Salary, car allowance, life asssurance and Bonus Scheme. An ideal role for someone with a minimum of 5 years Site Management experience in new build's and high volume sites. The Opportunity A site management role joining an established and successful regional office which is looking to add to its team due to increased growth and workload. You will be working as part of the onsite delivery team under a Project Manager. Working on a new build housing development which will include a mixture of private, affordable and social housing The role will offer job security with a strong regional presence in the market. Skill & Experience We are looking to speak with an experienced housing Site Manager from the West Midlands area with a minimum of 5 years experience who have a background working on new build housing projects. This role will require you to hold a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this role please apply via the link, email Sarah.Duncan@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Site Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands
An exciting opportunity to work with one of the country's most successful house builder's as a Site Manager. The company are offering a package of Salary, car allowance, life asssurance and Bonus Scheme. An ideal role for someone with a minimum of 5 years Site Management experience in new build's and high volume sites. The Opportunity A site management role joining an established and successful regional office which is looking to add to its team due to increased growth and workload. You will be working as part of the onsite delivery team under a Project Manager. Working on a new build housing development which will include a mixture of private, affordable and social housing The role will offer job security with a strong regional presence in the market. Skill & Experience We are looking to speak with an experienced housing Site Manager from the West Midlands area with a minimum of 5 years experience who have a background working on new build housing projects. This role will require you to hold a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this role please apply via the link, email Sarah.Duncan@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Quantity Surveyor
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Quantity Surveyor opportunity joining an expanding Shropshire based new build private housing contractor working in a busy office which has shown stable year on year growth. The Opportunity Joining a busy office which delivers in excess of 200 units per year you will be working as an onsite commercial lead for projects consisting of 50 to 100 units. In this role you will be reporting into the Commercial Manager overseeing junior members of the commercial team who will be supporting you. Working within the close knit team there will be ongoing career progression opportunities to Senior Quantity Surveyor. This contractor has shown stable year on year growth and is currently turning over circa £50m with further growth predicted. Skill and Experience We are looking to speak to Quantity Surveyors who have experience working on new build private housing and have worked in an onsite commercial lead. Working within this contractor will see you interacting with the head office and working closely with junior members of the team so will suit a team player. Duties will include sub-contract procurement, payments, valuations, cost reviews and producing monthly cost reports. 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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Design Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
An opportunity to work with one of the UK's leading tier 1 contractors in their expanding North West region with realistic opportunities to progress to Senior Design Manager. The Opportunity Joining this busy North West regional office working on projects including education, health care, private residential and commercial projects with project values ranging from £15m to £100m+. In this role you will be taking responsibility as the design lead on a project from inception through to completion reporting to the regional head of design. This role will see you working with one of the UK's most recognisable construction brands with realistic progression opportunities to Senior Design Manager. Skills & Experience This role will be suited to an experienced Design Manager coming from a stable main contractor background. Ideal candidates will have experience working as the lead on their own project. We are looking to speak to eager and driven individuals with a keen eye for detail. To Apply If you are interested in this Design Manager role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Contracts Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Contracts Manager- Regional Main Contractor - North West - Increased workload encourages business growth Having a reputation forged over 100 years + in the North West for delivering projects on time and to a high standard, this established contractor is looking to further expand their existing team. Working in sectors including Health, Education, Residential amongst others this is an opportunity to join a business where the potential for progression in both the short and long-term are within reach for the right-minded individual who wants to further their career. Skills & Experience As Contracts Manager you will have the experience to deliver projects within programme and to a high standard. You will have the experience to develop strong working relationships with the site team, sub-contractors and client alike. You will have a good understanding of commercials in order to manage budget and control costs, be able to carry out audits and identify and report back to the Director on any potential commercial risks. A strong understanding and background on Health & Safety, Environmental, CDM and statutory regulations is essential. Skills and Experience *Experience of working in a similar role managing a number of projects concurrently up to circa £5m *Strong understanding of CDM, Building Regulations and Health & Safety legislation is essential *Ability to read and interrogate construction drawings *CSCS *SMSTS *ACIOB/MCIOB or ONC/HNC in Construction *IT literate *Ability to travel as and when required To Apply Contract Managers with the right experience should apply immediately via the link
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Site Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Site Manager opportunity to join an expanding North West main contractor working on a £60m high rise luxury residential apartment scheme in Manchester. The Opportunity Joining and established and ambitious main contractor as part of a planned expansion to the North West team. You will be joining a project which is currently underway and will run until March 2021. In this role you will be joining the onsite team as a Site Manager reporting to the Senior Site Manager and Project Manager, helping to drive the quality and progress of the project with a keen focus on the internal fit out. This company are looking to continue building on the strong base they have already created with a number of bids underway and a strong outlook of continued work in the North West. Skills and Experience This role will suit and experienced Site Manager coming from a main contractor background who has experience working on the internal fit out phase on project in excess of £10m. We are looking for driven individuals who are looking to hit the ground running and make an impact on this live project. It is required that you hold a currently SMSTS and CSCS Qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this Site Manager role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Section Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Section Manager opportunity to join an expanding North West main contractor working on a £60m high rise luxury residential apartment scheme in Manchester. The Opportunity Joining and established and ambitious main contractor as part of a planned expansion to the North West team. You will be joining a project which is currently underway and will run until March 2021. In this role you will be joining the onsite team as a Site Manager reporting to the Senior Site Manager, helping to drive the quality and progress of the project with a keen focus on the internal fit out. This company are looking to continue building on the strong base they have already created with a number of bids underway and a strong outlook of continued work in the North West. Skills and Experience This role will suit and experienced Section Manager coming from a main contractor background who has experience working on the internal fit out phase on projects in excess of £10m. We are looking for driven individuals who are looking to hit the ground running and make an impact on this live project. It is required that you hold a currently SMSTS and CSCS Qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this Section Manager role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Birmingham, West Midlands
This Senior Quantity Surveyor role will see you working with and established regional main contractor with a long standing history in excess of 100 years, working as the commercial lead on your own projects from £5m to £25m. The Opportunity Working within the Midlands region as a Senior Quantity Surveyor taking commercial responsibility for projects including education, commercial, multi and high rise residential, medical and extra care schemes. You will be joining an established commercial team that are looking to add and experience member of staff to its team due to the current workload and ongoing bid success. Working within this contractor will offer you job security in an environment that will allow you to gain continue career progression. Working in an onsite capacity and from the head office alongside a close-knit team. Skills & Experience This role is suited to Senior Quantity Surveyor who has experience in a commercial lead capacity over their own project. We are looking for individual who have a stable main contractor background, working ideally on a variety of projects including education, commercial, multi and high rise residential, medical and extra care schemes. This role would suited to someone who is looking for a long term career move working with in a contractor who have a low turnover of staff. To Apply If you are interested in this Senior Quantity Surveyor role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140 for more information.
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Project Quantity Surveyor
Birmingham, West Midlands
Project Quantity Surveyor opportunity working with a Midlands based main contractor on projects from £5m to £35m. Offering career progression within a busy regional office. The Opportunity Joining the Midlands region of this main contractor you will be working as either a commercial lead or joining a larger project in a support role reporting to an on Site Senior Quantity Surveyor. Working on projects including student accommodation, education, commercial and retail schemes. This contractor is known for offering continued development and career progression, this role would suit a driven individual who is looking to take these opportunities. Skills & Experience We are looking to speak to experience Quantity Surveyors who have either worked as an onsite commercial lead of have taken a support role on a larger project taking control of your own section and packages. This role would also be suitable to someone who has not yet taken a lead role but is looking to take that opportunity in the near future. Successful candidates will ideally have achieved a relevant degree qualification in quantity surveying or construction. To Apply If you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor role please apply via the link call Matthew on 01785 413 140 or email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com for more information.
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Site Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
An exciting opportunity to join a major multinational main contractor in the North West region initially joining a £10m education project in the Manchester area. The Opportunity A newly created role to join the North West region of a leading construction brand, as Site Manager you will be working in a supporting role reporting to the project lead. Initially joining a £10m education project in the Manchester region your duties will include overseeing the day to day site delivery, working closely with the onsite trades and subcontractors and ensuring high quality and health and safety standards are achieved. This role will offer strong job security and career progression opportunities to Senior Site Manager and Project Manager. Skills & Experience This role is suited to an experienced Site Manager with a proven track record of successfully projects delivery onsite. Our client is looking for individuals coming from a main contractor background with a driven personality to perform. This role will require a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid quantification. To Apply If you are interested in this Site Manager 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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Site Manager
Liverpool, Merseyside
Joining and established and expanding regional contractor joining a new build multi-storey residential project in the Liverpool region. The Opportunity Working on live high rise and multi-store residential project in the Liverpool area you will be working as a section lead reporting into the Project Manager. Leading the onsite team of trades and labour to achieve a high-quality project meeting delivery deadlines. Working within and busy regional office which is looking to add to the team due to stable ongoing growth leading and continued work winning. Working within this regional office you will have continued work in the North West region. Skills and Experience This role will be suited to an experienced and driven Site Manager coming from a stable main contractor background. We are looking for a proven background in onsite delivery and individuals who are happy leading the onsite team pushing the quality and health & safety standards. This role will require you to hold a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this Site Manager role please apply via the link, email matthew.emsley@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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Site Manager
Birmingham, West Midlands
An exciting opportunity to work with one of the country's most successful house builder's as a Site Manager. The company are offering a package of Salary, car allowance, life asssurance and Bonus Scheme. An ideal role for someone with a minimum of 5 years Site Management experience in new build's and high volume sites. The Opportunity A site management role joining an established and successful regional office which is looking to add to its team due to increased growth and workload. You will be working as part of the onsite delivery team under a Project Manager. Working on a new build housing development which will include a mixture of private, affordable and social housing The role will offer job security with a strong regional presence in the market. Skill & Experience We are looking to speak with an experienced housing Site Manager from the West Midlands area with a minimum of 5 years experience who have a background working on new build housing projects. This role will require you to hold a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualification. To Apply If you are interested in this role please apply via the link, email Sarah.Duncan@harveylawrence.com or call 01785 413 140.
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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, apartment and care facilities throughout the North West, this company continues to develop through structured growth. With further projects due to start over the next few months, 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 under guidance and with support as and when needed, you will need to be at the stage where you can take responsibility for the successful management and control of 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 includes ensuring 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 believe strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the Group's success. Skills and Experience Ideally two to four years' experience preferred HNC/HND or Degree educated Worked in a similar role and near to taking the next step up on their career path Ideally have experience of working on new build housing, apartments and Care Homes Up-to-date CSCS card To Apply Assistance Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.
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Site Manager
Manchester, Greater Manchester
An exciting opportunity to join a major multinational main contractor in the North West region initially joining a £10m education project in the Manchester area. The Opportunity A newly created role to join the North West region of a leading construction brand, as Site Manager you will be working in a supporting role reporting to the project lead. Initially joining a £10m education project in the Manchester region your duties will include overseeing the day to day site delivery, working closely with the onsite trades and subcontractors and ensuring high quality and health and safety standards are achieved. This role will offer strong job security and career progression opportunities to Senior Site Manager and Project Manager. Skills & Experience This role is suited to an experienced Site Manager with a proven track record of successfully projects delivery onsite. Our client is looking for individuals coming from a main contractor background with a driven personality to perform. This role will require a current SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid quantification. To Apply If you are interested in this Site Manager 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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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, apartment and care facilities throughout the North West, this company continues to develop through structured growth. With further projects due to start over the next few months, 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 under guidance and with support as and when needed, you will need to be at the stage where you can take responsibility for the successful management and control of 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 includes ensuring 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 believe strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the Group's success. Skills and Experience Ideally two to four years' experience preferred HNC/HND or Degree educated Worked in a similar role and near to taking the next step up on their career path Ideally have experience of working on new build housing, apartments and Care Homes Up-to-date CSCS card To Apply Assistance Quantity Surveyors with the right experience should apply immediately via the link.