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Senior Design Compliance Manager High-Rise Projects | Woodford | Permanent | Sep 2025

The Role:
This is a key senior technical role where you'll be trusted to take ownership of design compliance from Stage 3 through to completion. You'll be the technical authority in the room ensuring details are right, standards are met, and projects are built exactly as they should be.

Perfect for someone with deep architectural knowledge who doesn't just sign off drawings but understands how things are actually built on site.

The Projects:
• High-rise residential and mixed-use developments across London
• Complex building envelopes, structures, and services that need rigorous compliance checks
• Large-scale schemes taken from planning through delivery
• Work alongside the Technical Director and wider project teams to ensure design integrity

What they're looking for:
• Architecture degree with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience
• RIBA or MCIAT preferred
• Strong technical knowledge someone who can challenge and guide architects rather than rely on them
• Experience in either a developer or contractor environment
• Track record of high-rise building delivery (major advantage)

The Company:
This is a long-established main contractor delivering major residential and mixed-use projects across London. They take schemes from Stage 3 onwards, ensuring that design intent is carried through to build quality on site.

It's a business where technical expertise is valued, and where you'll have a direct line into the Technical Director not layers of management.

Also known as: Design Manager, Technical Manager, Senior Design Manager

Interested? Let's talk no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin 07551 155 789 | michael @ borneltd . com

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Quantity Surveyor - Refurb & New Build | Brentford | Permanent | Sep Start

The Role:
This is a hands-on Quantity Surveyor role where you'll be trusted to take ownership of your own projects. You'll play a key role in managing costs, keeping packages tight, and making sure jobs stack up commercially from start to finish.

Perfect for someone who enjoys responsibility, knows how to run projects independently, and wants to work on meaningful, technically detailed schemes - not just push paper.

The Projects:
• Design & build and traditional contracts across the public and private sectors
• Education schemes (live schools and nursery extensions)
• Healthcare and community refurbishments
• New build residential and mixed-use schemes up to £8m
• Refurbishments in occupied buildings with tight access/logistics
• Mixture of local authority, housing association, and private clients

What they're looking for:
• Solid experience as a Quantity Surveyor (able to run your own jobs)
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (JCT, D&B and traditional)
• Confident with CVRs, subcontractor accounts, and cost reporting
• Experience across both refurbishment and new build projects

The Company:
They're a long-established, family-run main contractor who've quietly delivered high-quality refurbishments and small-scale new builds in London for 40+ years.

Their projects are technically demanding but modest in scale - the kind of schemes that rely on good people, clear communication, and careful planning rather than layers of bureaucracy.

Also known as: Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project QS, Commercial Manager
Interested? Let's talk - no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin 07551 155 789 | michael @ borne ltd . com

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Project Manager | £10m - £15m Projects | Education / Commercial Mix Refurb & New Build / South East London / Kent / Sussex/Surrey Borders

Are you a Project Manager who's been running £10m - £15m+ sites?

The Company
·Think Tier 1 build quality without the Tier 1 nonsense. All the tools, none of the tape.
·This contractor is backed by a well-funded parent company (the type that pays on time and doesn't do jazz hands every time someone says "procurement"). They've got all the toys in-house: demo, piling, superstructure, joinery, haulage - and actually finish jobs. Properly. Not "let's get practical completion and run"

What you'll need to bring:
·Either already a Project Lead, or a Project Manager who's basically running the show but still being patted on the head
·Stuck around long enough to see a job finished - not someone who updates their CV every time the kettle breaks.
·Have proper construction knowledge - not just fluent in buzzwords like "value engineering" and "project synergies"
·Can read a programme, challenge it, fix it, and not have a meltdown when the brickies disappear for two weeks

What you'll be doing
·Running £10m - £15m jobs like they're yours (because they are) from breaking ground to cutting ribbons
·Taking responsibility without needing a committee to back you up
·Getting stuff built properly, safely, and on time - while fending off 800 "urgent" emails about what shade of grey the cladding is
·Leading from the front - boots on, not just boots in the back of the car

What you won't be doing
·Filling in ten forms to order a skip
·Sitting in meetings where someone says "let's park that for now" and then drives off forever.
·Explaining what a soffit is to a senior stakeholder named Clive who once built a treehouse in 1989

This role could also be referred to as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Senior Construction Manager, Construction Manager, Project Director or Project Lead

I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but let's be clear-I'm a serious recruiter working with a serious contractor, and this is a seriously good opportunity. If you've got the experience and the grit to handle projects that matter, I want to hear from you.

Give me (Joshua French) a call on 07771 401559 or drop me an email at [email protected]

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Project Lead | £15m - £30m Projects | Central London | Cut & Carve

Are you a Project Lead who's been running £15m - £30m+ sites?

The Company
·Think Tier 1 build quality without the Tier 1 nonsense. All the tools, none of the tape.
·This contractor is backed by a well-funded parent company (the type that pays on time and doesn't do jazz hands every time someone says "procurement"). They've got all the toys in-house: demo, piling, superstructure, joinery, haulage - and actually finish jobs. Properly. Not "let's get practical completion and run"

What you'll need to bring:
·Tier 1 experience - if you've made it through a pre-start meeting with 14 consultants and lived to tell the tale, that counts
·Either already a Project Lead, or a Project Manager who's basically running the show but still being patted on the head
·Stuck around long enough to see a job finished - not someone who updates their CV every time the kettle breaks.
·Have proper construction knowledge - not just fluent in buzzwords like "value engineering" and "project synergies"
·Can read a programme, challenge it, fix it, and not have a meltdown when the brickies disappear for two weeks

What you'll be doing
·Running £300m jobs like they're yours (because they are) from breaking ground to cutting ribbons
·Taking responsibility without needing a committee to back you up
·Getting stuff built properly, safely, and on time - while fending off 800 "urgent" emails about what shade of grey the cladding is
·Leading from the front - boots on, not just boots in the back of the car

What you won't be doing
·Filling in ten forms to order a skip
·Sitting in meetings where someone says "let's park that for now" and then drives off forever.
·Explaining what a soffit is to a senior stakeholder named Clive who once built a treehouse in 1989

This role could also be referred to as a Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Senior Construction Manager, Construction Manager, Project Director or Project Lead

I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but let's be clear-I'm a serious recruiter working with a serious contractor, and this is a seriously good opportunity. If you've got the experience and the grit to handle projects that matter, I want to hear from you.

Give me (Joshua French) a call on 07771 401559 or drop me an email at [email protected]

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Document Controller | London Bridge
Permanent | Start: August 2025

Our client is a leading principal contractor specializing in both bespoke interior fit-out and super-prime residential projects, delivering exceptional quality and innovative design solutions across a variety of sectors.

Summary of the role:
Document Management by keeping records updated on the system to manage and control the drawings and correspondence between project team and external parties, ensuring that the latest revisions are administered and distributed promptly.

As Document Controller, your role (and ideally previous experience) will include the following:
•Experience of Procore (essential)
•QA Check documentation before each issue to the internal and external teams.
•Arrange for drawings to be printed as and when required.
•Prepare and maintain A3 folders for use by site personnel (as required).
•Issuing requests for information, (RFIs) as directed.
•Providing reports
•Chasing up internal and external team on documentation, which is nearly overdue and overdue.
•Maintain a project directory and ensure that manufacturers, suppliers, project team, information is kept up-to-date.
•Assisting with the production of regular progress reports for Design Managers.

4 elements of the role:
•Manage all the documents in and out the business across all the projects. Flow of information in and out the business - primary function (as per the above)
•Review and train how they set the system up to see if can be improved. What tools not using that could benefit them from bringing them in
•Training new staff on how to use the system (Procore)
•Reporting - not pulling any reports out the system and they want to pull data out

Essential:
•Clear, concise verbal and written communication
•Professional, friendly attitude
•Attention to detail
•Organising and planning
•Ability to work under pressure

If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this Document Controller Job, or wish to have a confidential chat, then please feel free to send a CV to [email protected] or call on 07586458612

To view all of our current roles then please visit our website; https://www.borneltd.com

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Estimator | Essex | Commercial Refurbs | Permanent | Aug 2025

The Role:
You'll be working directly within a main contracting environment, shaping bids and pricing strategies for a growing workload. You'll take ownership of tenders from initial review, through site visits, to final pricing, with the freedom to work efficiently in your own way while collaborating with the team.

The role is designed for an estimator with progression in mind, offering autonomy, hands-on experience, and exposure to a variety of commercial refurbishment projects.

The Projects:
• Commercial refurbishments including schools, hospitals, and pubs
• Typical contract values up to £5m
• Projects delivered across Essex and the surrounding South East region

What they're looking for:
• Main contractor background in estimating (commercial refurb experience essential)
• Ability to take ownership of tenders from review to site visit to submission
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with attention to detail
• Based in (or able to commute to) Essex

The Company:
This is an Essex-based main contractor specialising in commercial refurbishments. They have a flat management structure, a collaborative culture, and a reputation for giving staff autonomy to work efficiently and grow.

With projects up to £5m, you'll gain exposure to technically challenging and varied work while contributing directly to the company's continued growth.

Also known as: Estimator, Commercial Estimator, Bid Estimator

Interested? Let's have a chat no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin 07551 155 789 | michael @ borne . ltd.com

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No 1 Site Manager | Main Contractor
Sawyers Common
£260 - £270 CIS
Start September 2025

The Company
The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, Listed Buildings, local authority, commercial, private residential, sports and leisure, embassy and religious buildings.
The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging from £2m - £10m, including refurbishment, new build and Cut and Carve.

The Candidate
The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Site Manager across varied sectors, on projects up £10m value. Ideally they are looking for someone with experience with New Build in the Industrial sector.

The Project
The contractor operating in Sawyers commons, are demolishing existing commercial units in preparation of New build Car Showroom Dealership. They are temporarily needing someone to oversee the Demolition phase of the Scheme with potential to be involved in the Construction phase of the New build.

The candidate must require - SMSTS / CSCS / First Aid

• Managing day to day activities on site of the site team and sub-contractors
• Sub-contract and material procurement
• Construction plan
• Health & Safety
• Progress reports and site meetings
• Programming - short term (1 week / 2 week look-ahead)
• Quality control
• Liaison with the design team, M&E consultants, project architect, structural engineer and building control

On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join a privately owned main contractor, where the owners are personable, supportive and allow the managers to manage and be themselves.

If this Site Manager position in Sawyers Common sounds of interest, or you just wish to have a confidential about your current situation, then please feel free to email [email protected] or call on 07771 401559

To view all of our current Site Manager or Contracts Manager positions in London, Kent or nationwide, then please visit our website; https://www.borneltd.com or register for alerts on our App (available on the App Store and on Google play).

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Finishing Manager
Temporary Contract 3 months plus
Location: East London
£240-£270 per day

Company
Our client is a leading residential developer that operate all around London with a number of landmark developments. They are known for their high quality projects and have been involved in various long term schemes.

Job Description
You will be working as an Internals Manager on this new build prestigious development in East London. You will be in charge on a single block at a time of up to 100 units. The works will include running a block from 1st fix through to completion and then moving onto the next one.

The candidate is required to have similar experience working either for a developer or contractor.

MUST HAVE:
CSCS
SMSTS
FIRST AID

Key Responsibilities
• Contribute to design team meetings as required
• Work with wider team on each package scope
• Ensure H&S standards and procedures are maintained or exceeded
• Challenge and develop methodology and sequence to ensure optimum result for the project
• Ensure QA procedures are correct, maintained and adhered to
• Liaise with all department, contractors and consultants to ensure successful delivery of the
packages above

Application
If you have the relevant experience as described above and would like to apply for this Site Manager job in London then please email an updated CV to Damian @borneltd.com.

To view all of our current positions in London then please visit our website; https://www.borneltd.com or register for alerts on our App (available on the App Store and on Google play).

Please bear in mind that we often get a high volume of applications for each role. We'd love to call every single person, even if they're not the right fit, but we just can't. What we can guarantee is that we will strive to contact suitable candidates, who have the required experience and background for this role or any other current roles, as soon as possible. Finally, if you call us, we make a huge effort to take every call (if we're not already on the phone) and will always return calls and messages.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor | Colchester / Croydon / Luton | Permanent | Aug 2025

The Role:
This isn't just a back-office commercial role - as Senior QS you'll be working side-by-side with the Commercial Director as his number two, shaping strategy and delivery across multiple projects.

You'll take ownership of CVRs, valuations, subcontractor accounts, and final accounts, while mentoring junior staff and helping to refine processes. The role is designed with progression in mind, backed by a clear bonus scheme and competitive package.

The Projects:
• Healthcare, education, and commercial refurbishments, often in live environments
• Typical contract values £1m - £10m+
• Mix of frameworks and competitive tenders with repeat client base
• Projects delivered across London and the South East

What they're looking for:
• Main contractor experience in quantity surveying (JCT/NEC knowledge essential)
• Strong commercial management skills - from procurement through to final account
• Ambitious individual looking for career growth
• Based in (or able to commute to) Colchester, Croydon or Luton

The Company:
This is a £45 - 50m turnover main contractor with a reputation for delivering technically demanding projects in live healthcare and education environments, alongside commercial refurbishments and listed buildings.

They're known for a collaborative culture, strong client relationships, and providing their staff with genuine opportunities to progress. This is a role where your input will shape the future of the commercial team, not just keep the wheels turning.

Also known as: Senior QS, Project Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager

Interested? Let's have a chat - no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin - 07551 155 789 | michael @ borne ltd . com

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Site Manager - High-End Residential | Central West London
One house. £9m.
Salary negotiable (naturally) + Travel Allowance + Private Medical (for when the client meetings get too much)

The Company
A discreet, well-heeled building contractor that's been restoring London's architectural gems since before avocado bathrooms were a thing. They specialise in homes where bespoke doesn't mean different kitchen tiles - it means a bronze staircase commissioned in Milan and flown in under a pseudonym.

The Role
They need a Site Manager for a modest little £9m single-dwelling refurb in a prime Central West London postcode. Strip-out is done. Now it's time for the fun bit - 58 weeks of coordinating subcontractors, managing expectations, and pretending the drawing's always been like that.

Your Day-to-Day:

·Politely ensuring subcontractors don't wander off mid-task
·Keeping H&S above token effort but below military-grade
·Filling out CVIs, RFIs and site diaries - because someone has to
·Liaising with clients (read: staying calm during design U-turns)

You (Ideally):
·Can manage high-end builds without combusting
·Know what SMSTS stands for (and actually have it)
·Organised, personable, and able to survive 58 weeks of questions like Can the walls be slightly less wall-like?
·A proven track record delivering London's super-prime residential projects - you know, the sort where the door handles cost more than your first car.

Known aliases: Site Manager, Senior Site Manager, Construction Manager, Miracle Worker

Apply (or at least enquire politely):
If you've done this before and fancy doing it again - get in touch with Spencer Wade on 07920 489522 or email your CV to [email protected]

If you're merely curious, distracted, or procrastinating, visit: https://www.borneltd.com - we won't judge.