Proactive are currently recruiting for a Senior Construction Manager to join a fast-paced and innovative creative production business specialising in large-scale events, experiential projects and bespoke fabrication. Responsibilities: Lead and manage scenic construction and fabrication projects through the workshop from initial production to completion Supervise and support workshop teams on a day-to-day basis, ensuring workloads, resources and deadlines are effectively managed Take ownership of assigned projects, coordinating production activity to ensure delivery against agreed timescales and budgets Accurately estimate and cost fabrication projects, taking into account materials, labour and production requirements Manage project budgets effectively, monitoring expenditure and ensuring accurate financial reconciliation Identify and resolve technical challenges throughout the fabrication and construction process Develop practical solutions to complex construction and...

Are you a recruiter who is looking to change industries? Have you worked in a fast paced environment eg a temps type desk and have spoken with senior level clients? A growing and highly respected technical consultancy operating within the property and construction sector is seeking an ambitious Account Manager to join its team. Established only a few years ago, the business has quickly built an outstanding reputation nationwide, working across sectors including education, healthcare, defence and fire remediation. Due to continued growth, they are launching an exciting new division and are looking for someone to play a pivotal role in shaping its future. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced recruiter, technical sales professional or business development specialist looking to take ownership of a developing service line and progress into a management position. The Role Initially a hands-on role, you will be responsible for developing relationships with clients and...

Quantity Surveyor - MEP Location: Central London Salary: 55,000 - 75,000 The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor - MEP to join a well-established commercial team delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across Central London. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex and technically challenging schemes within live environments, supporting the commercial delivery of high-profile M&E projects. Working within a collaborative and supportive team, you will play a key role in commercial management, cost control and contract administration while benefiting from strong opportunities for career development and progression. Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial delivery of MEP works across allocated projects. Carry out measurement and valuation of works from site records and drawings. Prepare Applications for Payment and Payment Notices in accordance with contractual requirements. Manage project variations, change control and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - MEP Location: Bracknell Salary: 65,000 - 85,000 The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor - MEP to join a well-established commercial team delivering a major refurbishment and construction programme within a complex live environment in Bracknell. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the commercial management of MEP works on a high-profile project, ensuring effective cost control, contract compliance and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle. You will work alongside an experienced project team while gaining exposure to challenging and technically demanding works. Key Responsibilities Lead the commercial management of MEP works across the project, including procurement, cost reporting and contract administration. Carry out measurement and valuation of works from site records and drawings. Prepare and maintain Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cost-to-complete forecasts....

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Construction Consultancy Location: London Property Sector Excellent Career Progression Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a role where you can broaden your experience, work across an exciting range of property projects and genuinely progress your career? I'm working with an established and highly regarded construction consultancy in London looking to appoint a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests in its people, offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects and provides a clear route for career progression. What makes this opportunity particularly attractive is the flexibility to shape your development. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, gain greater client exposure, develop your leadership skills or work towards Associate level, the business can provide the opportunities and support to help you get there. The...

Manage costs, contracts, CVRs, variations and final accounts. Excellent benefits, career progression, professional development and long-term opportunities available. Quantity Surveyor Salary: 60K - 75K DOE Location: Maidstone About the Client Our client is a respected multi-disciplinary contractor delivering property, construction and facilities management services across the UK. Known for quality, innovation and strong client relationships, they are continuing to grow and invest in their people. The Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join a busy commercial team. You will take ownership of the post-contract commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages across a varied project portfolio, ensuring commercial success and contractual compliance. Working closely with project teams, engineers, subcontractors and stakeholders, you will provide commercial expertise from...

RSS Infrastructure (RSSI) is a multi-disciplinary service provider for the rail and construction sectors. We have an award-winning reputation for developing solutions to improve safety and productivity. Founded in 2007, RSSI provides a diverse range of solutions across the infrastructure sector through three divisions: Technical Services, Managed Environments, and Welding Services. RSSI has over 200 full-time employees and a large contingent workforce covering most of the UK. It operates from offices in Birmingham, Doncaster, and Cwmbran. What will I be doing? The Quantity Surveyor is required to provide commercial support to the project team, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and ensure that the Company s objectives are achieved. They will liaise with client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. On a day to day...

Job Title: CSA Construction Manager We are seeking a CSA Construction Manager to join our London team. Your Role The CSA Construction Manager will lead the delivery of the Civil, Structural and Architectural works on site, ensuring all activities are planned, coordinated and executed safely, efficiently and in line with the project programme. They will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors, liaising with the client, design team and wider project stakeholders, and resolving technical and construction issues as they arise, along with working with MEP managers to ensure we have a fully coordinated approach to our onsite delivery. The CSA manager will have experience in working with and managing our design partners, driving deliverables to serve the site requirements and progress on site. A large part of this role is the ability demonstrate ownership of your packages, ability to plan for the weeks ahead, forward think,...

We are recruiting for a commercially capable Quantity Surveyor to join our client , an established and growing Mechanical Contractor. This is an excellent opportunity for a QS who is confident taking commercial ownership of projects and is comfortable working with contracts, purchase orders, suppliers and subcontractors. We're looking for someone who can protect the commercial interests of the business while maintaining strong, practical relationships with clients and the supply chain. The Role Working closely with the project and management teams, you will be responsible for the commercial management of projects from initial procurement through to final account. A key part of the role will be reviewing, negotiating and agreeing contracts, purchase orders and supplier/subcontractor terms , identifying commercial risks before commitments are made and ensuring appropriate contractual protections are in place. Your responsibilities will include: Reviewing and negotiating...

Client: Leading Traditional House Builder Location: Redhill, Surrey Day Rate: 350 - 400 per day (DOE) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 Contract Type: Long-Term Contract Start Date: ASAP Overview A premier UK traditional house builder and developer is seeking a commercially sharp and proactive Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Redhill on a long-term contract basis. The regional pipeline is heavily active, fast-paced, and growing. This role requires a hands-on commercial professional who can integrate quickly into a high-volume environment. We are seeking either a seasoned professional with around 15+ years of residential experience or a high-energy, proactive commercial surveyor with the drive and capability to hit the ground running from day one. Key Responsibilities Manage all commercial and financial aspects of traditional housebuilding developments from procurement through to final accounts. Utilize COINS software on a...

Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager – Construction Projects Two fantastic opportunities are available for an Intermediate and Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager with experience in cost management, project management, employer’s agent duties, contract administration and commercial management. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Cost Consultant, Construction Project Manager, Contract Administrator, Commercial Manager, Cost Manager   SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Oxford, Oxfordshire HYBRID / REMOTE WORKING The intermediate-level role requires office attendance in Oxford three days per week. For senior-level appointments, more flexible or predominantly remote working arrangements may be considered, depending on experience, project requirements and individual profile. JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent   PLEASE NOTE: You will need a Full Driving...

Are you an experienced Estimator looking for a permanent opportunity with a respected regional main contractor delivering varied construction projects across the Yorkshire region? My client is looking to appoint an Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. They are an established and well-respected main contractor, operating regionally and delivering projects for clients across the Commercial, Health, Education and Industrial sectors. As Estimator, you will lead the commercial and contractual aspects of bid submissions, ensuring each bid is commercially robust and handed over clearly to the delivery team. The role will cover single-stage competitive tenders, two-stage tender design and build projects, and fully negotiated design and build development schemes. This means you will need a strong track record across a broad range of construction projects, with the confidence to manage cost planning, risk, procurement strategy, value engineering and tender clarification from...