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Assistant Design Manager

Are you ready to make an impact in the world of high-profile, technically complex projects?Wates are searching for a passionate, innovative Assistant Design Manager to join our Refurb and Fit Out Team, driving forward exciting projects across diverse sectors.This will be a Fixed Term Contract with potential to go permanentWhy Choose Wates? If you’re a design enthusiast with technical expertise and a knack for collaboration, this is your chance to join a team that values fresh perspectives, encourages challenging the norm, and fosters a supportive environment for career growth. At Wates, we’re not just building structures; we’re creating the future, together.As an Assistant Design Manager, you'll play a key role in our mission to achieve excellence in design and buildability. Working closely with Design Managers and our talented in-house experts, you'll ensure each design meets its brief with a focus on compliance, programme efficiency, and quality.Your Responsibilities Will Include: Assisting with design programme development and managing Information Required Schedules Advising the project team on design-related challenges Coordinating project feedback and resolving construction-related design queriesWhat We Can Offer You: Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Assistant Surveyor

Here at Wates we have an opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our property services team within the Specialist division, carrying out Maintenance and Refurbishment works to commercial properties.Your time will be split between 2 offices for the working week. 2/3 days will be in our City of London office with the remainder being our Enfield office.The main aim of this role is to assist the Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager in the development and implementation of all pre and post contract strategies, commercial functions, and contract reporting.Key Accountabilities will include:· To visit sites on an ad-hoc basis to survey potential works, alongside Supervisors or Commercial Lead.· Ensure the timely receipt of quotations for materials, equipment and Sub-contract works, undertake commercial assessment of quotes received and ensure the timely placement of orders.· Work closely with the operations team to monitor on-site progress and cost control.· Attending client meetings alongside the Quantity Surveyor.· Working alongside the Quantity Surveyor to procure supply chain.· Collation, updating and filing of compliance information, and managing trackers to monitor deadlines.· Reviewing subcontractor payment applications monthly and inputting them into the Coins system.· Develop an understanding of the internal/external commercial strategies about minor subcontract packages and on-site prelims.· Develop an understanding of Cost and Value Reconciliation (CVR) in order to support the production of monthly CVR reports.The ideal candidate will have a good work ethic, demonstrate good numeracy skills, be highly computer literate (Microsoft suite – Word, Excel etc), and have the ability to form relationships with Wates’ delivery team, Clients, and subcontractors. Basic commercial skills would be required as a minimum, however training, mentoring and further education (HNC/HND/Degree) will form part of the successful applicant’s development.WHAT WE OFFER· Competitive salary· Flexible working· 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…· Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression· Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Resident Engineer

RESIDENT ENGINEERJoin Wates: Resident Engineer Needed!Wates is offering an outstanding opportunity for a mechanically / Electrically qualified Resident Engineer to join our team, stationed on-site at our blue-chip client – JLL. Your primary focus will be executing planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on building plant, equipment, and systems, as well as swiftly responding to site engineering emergencies.ABOUT THE ROLE:As a Resident Engineer, your core responsibility will revolve around conducting planned preventative maintenance and reactive works on behalf of our clients. Your qualifications and experience in the field are crucial, but what truly sets you apart are your exceptional communication skills, ensuring top-notch customer service delivery. Your ability to multitask effectively, meet tight deadlines, and collaborate seamlessly with your team to troubleshoot on the go is paramount, all while championing health and safety excellence.Key Accountabilities as Resident Engineer:Accurately record all reactive and PPM tasks, ensuring detailed documentation in the site logbooks are completed accurately.Previous IT experience using Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel & SharePoint will be essential as well as experience using a CAFM system.Review and challenge Method Statements and Risk Assessments for all tasks to guarantee safe working practices.Effectively supervise subcontractors using Wates’s systems to ensure tasks are completed safely to the highest standards.Ensure strict compliance with all Company policies and procedures.This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work primarily on a single site, with occasional requirements to conduct work at other sites.Ready to take the lead in maintaining excellence? Join us at Wates and make your mark! Apply now.WHAT WE OFFER· Competitive salary· Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)· Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 5% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 22 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…· Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.· Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Resident Liaison Officer

We have an opportunity for a Resident Liaison Officer to join our Wates team within our Responsive Maintenance division. You will be working out of our Croydon office on one of our social housing contracts, delivering support to our residents.Key Accountabilities will include: Set up, undertake and manage the Tenant/Customer/Resident Liaison Service across multiple sites. Attend regular client representative and tenant meetings to ensure highest level of customer service is provided at all times. Ensure a consistent approach to customer care is adopted, Manage the Tenant’s Complaints procedures as a point of escalation. Maintain and update the on-site Database to reflect on-going works.You must have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.You will be an experienced RLO with proven track record of successfully managing the workload across planned maintenance programmes. As well as having a strong knowledge of internal and external programmes, you will be a strong communicator with excellent customer service and IT skills.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting