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Estimator - New Build, Refurb & Fit Out | Essex | Permanent
The Role:
This is a hands-on Estimator role where you'll be trusted to take projects from drawings through to detailed cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement. You'll play a key role in pricing work, preparing Bills of Quantities, and supporting commercial delivery from pre-contract through to handover.
Perfect for someone who's either ready to step up with support, or already confident enough to hit the ground running in a busy pre-construction environment.
The Projects:
• Mixture of new build, refurbishment, and fit out schemes across London and the South East
• Values ranging from £500k - £10m+
• Schemes delivered for repeat clients across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors
• Tenders prepared using Bluebeam for measurement and Excel-based cost plans (no complex estimating software)
What they're looking for:
• Estimator with 4-5+ years' experience in the construction industry
• Background in new build, refurb, or fit out projects (main contractor or subcontractor)
• Confident preparing BoQs, cost estimates, tender returns, and subcontractor comparisons
• Strong eye for detail, organised, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Driving licence essential for client/site visits
• Ambitious and collaborative - fits well into a young, sociable team where everyone pulls together
The Company:
This is a privately owned main contractor with expertise across construction, development, and consultancy. With a strong track record and a fast-growing pipeline, they are known for their collaborative approach, client focus, and high-quality delivery.
The team is young, ambitious, and values-driven, with a strong social culture and a flat, supportive structure. Their environment suits someone who enjoys being busy, thrives in a close-knit office, and wants to be part of a business that's growing quickly.
Also known as: Assistant Estimator, Intermediate Estimator, Project Estimator, Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
Interested? Let's talk - no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin | 07551 155 789 | michael @ borneltd . com
Quantity Surveyor (Package level QS) - £60m Cut & Carve…
Permanent Quantity Surveyor required for a £60m Cut and Carve Refurbishment in the City of London. Could also be known as Package Managing QS or Intermediate QS. Minimum 18 months remaining on site.
We're partnering with a London fit out & refurbishment expert who's been giving commercial spaces a glow-up since before anyone thought to call it Cat B'. For context: when they first started, Bill Haley was busy rocking around the clock, Churchill still had the keys to Number 10, and you could pick up a house for about two grand. In short - they've been in the game a long time.
People who are / have / is…
·Grafters - organised, dependable, and always two steps ahead. Know accountability isn't a buzzword, it's how you safeguard the finances on a job.
·A communicator who can keep it clear and keep it honest
·Not someone to shy away from tough conversations.
·Grown with their past employers - not jumped ship every other season
Why do people want to work here?
·Pedigree: Projects from £50k to £60m across healthcare, workplaces, retail, leisure & education. Trust: A £100m + turnover business with a 90% repeat client base - the sort of company clients actually come back to.
·People first: 160+ staff, 20+ of whom have stayed for over a decade - a level of loyalty you don't usually see outside of Labradors.
·Principles: Responsibility, clarity, honest conversations, and looking out for each other.
·Sustainability: Carbon Neutral+ for over 6yrs
·Remuneration: They pay well. Very well.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Spencer Wade
07920 489522
[email protected]
Quantity Surveyor (Refurb & Conservation) | Central London | Permanent | Immediate
If you can price a brick and explain a box gutter, read on.
You'll suit this if you:
• Started on the tools (carpentry or similar) or you've spent serious time on scaffold, not just in spreadsheets.
• Know what a box gutter is, how a roof goes together, and what happens before/after the scaffold goes up.
• Can talk brick bonds, temporary works, CAT scans (cable avoidance), propping, and sequencing without phoning a friend.
• Enjoy getting out to site, walking the job, and controlling the numbers because you understand the build.
The Work (real examples, not buzzwords):
• Live refurb & conservation of listed/period assets across Central London.
• Section 20 mansion blocks, façade retention, structural cut & carve, high-spec commercial refurb.
• Values mostly £150k-£2m (some £2-3m+) with tricky access, neighbours, and logistics.
Where you add instant value:
• Valuations & variations grounded in what's actually buildable this week.
• Scoping packages with an eye for temporary works, access, waste routes, and build sequencing.
• Sitting with PM/SM and agreeing the method before you agree the money.
• Final accounts that stand up because you understood the detail on day one.
Litmus Test (be honest with yourself):
• Could you explain to a client how you'd remove two internal columns to create a big retail space, at least at outline method level (temp works, propping, sequencing, back-propping, steel install, finishes make-good)?
• Do you know today's ballpark price of common bricks and what might move it?
• Can you sketch how you'd detail a box gutter tie-in on a refurb roof and the risks to watch for?
If you're nodding, you'll likely fly here.
About the Contractor:
• 30 years in high-quality restoration & conservation, ~£13m turnover.
• 16-18 live projects; core trades in-house (restorers, stonemasons, decorators); roofs/M&E/specialist packages subbed but tightly managed.
• Tight, practical team who back people that take ownership.
What you've probably done:
• 3-5+ years post-grad QS (or more) with real site exposure-ideally carpentry/trade background.
• Refurb/conservation experience ideal, but solid builder's eye matters more.
• Confident with take-offs, CVRs, valuations, variations, budgets, accruals, and closing final accounts.
• Happy up a scaffold, in a plant room, or over drawings with an SE.
Progression & Package:
• Chance to own fewer, higher-value jobs with complex commercial oversight.
• Path to lead QS/commercial manager as you grow.
• Competitive salary/benefits, plus the autonomy to run your jobs like you mean it.
No long cover letter needed. Let's talk-no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin · 07551 155 789 · michael @ borneltd . com
Quantity Surveyor | Permanent | City of London
Minimum 18 months remaining on site. £60M Cut and Carve Refurbishment. Package Managing QS.
We're partnering with a London fit out & refurbishment expert who's been giving commercial spaces a glow-up since before anyone thought to call it Cat B'. For context: when they first started, Bill Haley was busy rocking around the clock, Churchill still had the keys to Number 10, and you could pick up a house for about two grand. In short - they've been in the game a long time.
People who are / have / is…
·Grafters - organised, dependable, and always two steps ahead. Know accountability isn't a buzzword, it's how you safeguard the finances on a job.
·A communicator who can keep it clear and keep it honest
·Not someone to shy away from tough conversations.
·Grown with their past employers - not jumped ship every other season
Why do people want to work here?
·Pedigree: Projects from £50k to £60m across healthcare, workplaces, retail, leisure & education. Trust: A £100m + turnover business with a 90% repeat client base - the sort of company clients actually come back to.
·People first: 160+ staff, 20+ of whom have stayed for over a decade - a level of loyalty you don't usually see outside of Labradors.
·Principles: Responsibility, clarity, honest conversations, and looking out for each other.
·Sustainability: Carbon Neutral+ for over 6yrs
·Remuneration: They pay well. Very well.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Spencer Wade
07920 489522
[email protected]
Contracts Manager - Boutique Construction Management
Central London
Contracts Managers are the goalkeepers of construction. Make ten great saves, no one notices. Miss one and suddenly everyone's pointing fingers.
This is a small, boutique construction management business. They're delivering prime £500k-£3m projects for wealthy London clients. They've built a reputation for being decent to deal with - nice people, nice work, nice clients. Now they need a Contracts Manager who can keep the commercial wheels spinning without drowning everyone in legalese.
Your daily battles:
· Negotiating contracts so watertight you could sail them down the Thames.
· Procurement - i.e., persuading suppliers that lead time doesn't mean we'll see you in a month.
· Keeping cost reports spotless, even when the spec changes every other week.
· Spotting risk early enough to avoid that 9pm we've got a problem phone call.
What you'll need:
· Contracts / commercial experience in construction (prime resi ideally).
· The ability to negotiate firmly but fairly - think velvet glove, iron fist.
· Detail-driven, organised, and not allergic to Excel.
· Professional qualifications are a plus, but a track record of keeping projects on budget packs more punch.
What you'll get:
· A genuinely nice, tight-knit team - no egos, no politics.
· A seat at the table shaping how things are done (not just following the way we've always done it).
· Prime, high-profile projects where detail actually matters.
· The chance to grow with a company that's scaling quickly, without losing its personable feel.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Gabriele Omarini
07586458612
[email protected]
Senior Estimator | Kent | Perm or Freelance | Specialist Facade & Cladding Contractor | Immediate
A growing specialist contractor delivering façade, cladding, and external envelope packages across residential, commercial, and recladding projects in London and the South East.
With a strong pipeline of secured and tendered projects, they're looking to bring in a Senior Estimator who can hit the ground running - taking ownership of pricing, tenders, and winning work.
The Role
• Lead pre-contract estimating across façade and cladding packages (typically £250k-£5m+)
• Take responsibility for preparing tenders, cost plans, and pricing schedules
• Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements to produce accurate estimates
• Liaise directly with clients, architects, and supply chain partners
• Play a key role in securing new projects and driving the company's growth
What they're looking for
• 3+ years' experience estimating façade / cladding packages (essential)
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Passionate, proactive, and driven to deliver excellence.
The Company
They are a specialist contractor delivering full building envelope solutions, from cladding, recladding and brickslips, through to curtain walling, EWI, roofing and renders.
They've quickly built a reputation for quality, safety, and reliability - acting both as Principal Contractor on recladding schemes and as a Specialist Subcontractor to Tier 1s and developers.
This is a chance to join a growing, ambitious business at senior level, with direct exposure to directors and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
Also known as: Senior Estimator, Facades Estimator, Cladding Estimator, Pre-Construction Estimator
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin - 07551 155 789 | michael @ borne ltd . com
No pressure. If it sounds like you (or someone you know), get in touch.
Materials Controller (6-month Contract) Keeping the site from turning into a Wickes on a Saturday..
Start: Mid-October 2025
The Job:
Think of this role as being the unsung hero of the build the person who makes sure the brickies don't run out of bricks, the chippies don't run out of timber, and the plumbers don't start borrowing copper from places they shouldn't. You'll be the one calling off materials, managing deliveries, and keeping the stores in order basically the difference between a smooth-running site and one where everyone stands around blaming the QS.
The Company:
Our client is one of those big-name developers who always seem to have a tower crane in the air somewhere in London. Quality builds, landmark schemes, long-term pipeline. The sort of place where you won't be embarrassed to say, yeah, I'm working on that one.
What you'll need
•A CSCS card (non-negotiable).
•Some experience keeping track of stock, ordering gear, and generally being the person who actually knows what's going on.
•Construction background helps, but if you've ever organised anything more complicated than a BBQ for 20, you'll probably be fine.
Job titles we've heard for this:
Materials Controller, Logistics Coordinator, The Poor Soul Who Signs for Everything. Whatever you want to call it, the role is the same: deal with deliveries, check quantities, liaise with the site team, and keep the yard looking less like a scrapyard and more like a system.
If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this role, or wish to have a confidential chat about your situation, then please feel free to send a CV to Spencer Wade on spencer @ borneltd .com or call on 07920 489522.
To view all of our current roles then please visit our website; https://www.borneltd.com
Senior Quantity Surveyor | Residential, Commercial, Education | Kent / SE London | Sept 2025
A strong opportunity for an experienced Senior QS to take commercial responsibility on a mix of residential, education, and commercial schemes, with a contractor known for lean management and direct delivery.
You'll work closely with the Managing Surveyor and delivery teams to manage tenders, subcontractor accounts, valuations, and reporting - with scope to get involved in both traditional and PCSA contracts.
The Role
• Senior QS role working across live residential, education, and commercial projects
• Full commercial duties from tender stage through delivery
• Managing subcontractor orders, payments, enquiries, and CVRs
• Cross reporting to the Managing Surveyor and liaising with site teams
• Take-offs where the company self-deliver elements (dry lining, SFS, windows)
• Exposure to PCSA schemes (desirable but not essential)
What they're looking for
• Experience in a main contractor or established developer environment
• Background across residential and/or commercial new build or refurbishment schemes
• Strong procurement, reporting, and communication skills
• Comfortable working with Excel for tender analysis (no complex estimating software)
The Company
A modern-thinking contractor with a lean management structure, known for delivering residential, commercial, and educational projects across London and the South East.
They self-deliver some trades in-house, giving their QS team valuable hands-on involvement in take-offs and cost control. Project values typically range from £5m-£40m, with steady growth and repeat clients driving their pipeline.
Also known as: Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin - 07551 155 789 | michael @ borneltd . com
Experienced QS looking for a lean, hands-on contractor? Let's talk.
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is Buckinghamshire
£90k - £100k + Full Comprehensive Package
Start September 2025
** Contracts Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **
The Company
The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, 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 and new build.
The Candidate
The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Contracts Manager across varied sectors, on projects up 10m value. The candidate would be responsible for 2/3 smaller projects of 2-3m value, or 1 bigger project of 10m size.
The Project
The contractor operating in and around Buckinghamshire, predominantly covers Healthcare projects, which are standard NHS fitouts of Wards. They are looking for someone who has experience as a Contracts Manager within the Healthcare sector.
Great attention to detail with design, managing M&E packages, in a high faced fully operational live environment.
Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Contracts Manager:
·Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
·Overall responsibility of up to 3 sites
·Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
·Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.
- Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.
·Implementation of the company procedures on site
·Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
·Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
·Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
·Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
·Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
·Good all round building experience on projects from £1m - £10m.
·Time spent with previous employers is important
·Design & Build Experience
On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Contracts 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 contracts manager position in Buckinghamshire is 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 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).
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is London
£75k - £85k + Full Comprehensive Package
Start October 2025
** Contracts Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **
The Company
The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, 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 and new build.
The Candidate
The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Contracts Manager across varied sectors, on projects up 10m value. The candidate would be responsible for 2/3 smaller projects of 2-3m value, or 1 bigger project of 10m size.
The Project
The contractor operating in and around London, predominantly covers Healthcare projects, which are standard NHS fitouts of Wards. They are looking for someone who has experience as a Contracts Manager within the Healthcare sector.
Great attention to detail with design, managing M&E packages, in a high faced fully operational live environment.
Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Contracts Manager:
·Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
·Overall responsibility of up to 3 sites
·Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
·Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.
- Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.
·Implementation of the company procedures on site
·Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
·Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
·Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
·Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
·Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
·Good all round building experience on projects from £1m - £10m.
·Time spent with previous employers is important
·Design & Build Experience
On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Contracts 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 contracts manager position in Colchester is 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 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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Estimator
Essex, London
Posted: 03/10/2025
£60K
- £70K / Year
J29288
Estimator - New Build, Refurb & Fit Out | Essex | Permanent
The Role:
This is a hands-on...
Estimator - New Build, Refurb & Fit Out | Essex | Permanent
The Role:
This is a hands-on Estimator role where you'll be trusted to take projects from drawings through to detailed cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement. You'll play a key role in pricing work, preparing Bills of Quantities, and supporting commercial delivery from pre-contract through to handover.
Perfect for someone who's either ready to step up with support, or already confident enough to hit the ground running in a busy pre-construction environment.
The Projects:
• Mixture of new build, refurbishment, and fit out schemes across London and the South East
• Values ranging from £500k - £10m+
• Schemes delivered for repeat clients across commercial, residential, and mixed-use sectors
• Tenders prepared using Bluebeam for measurement and Excel-based cost plans (no complex estimating software)
What they're looking for:
• Estimator with 4-5+ years' experience in the construction industry
• Background in new build, refurb, or fit out projects (main contractor or subcontractor)
• Confident preparing BoQs, cost estimates, tender returns, and subcontractor comparisons
• Strong eye for detail, organised, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Driving licence essential for client/site visits
• Ambitious and collaborative - fits well into a young, sociable team where everyone pulls together
The Company:
This is a privately owned main contractor with expertise across construction, development, and consultancy. With a strong track record and a fast-growing pipeline, they are known for their collaborative approach, client focus, and high-quality delivery.
The team is young, ambitious, and values-driven, with a strong social culture and a flat, supportive structure. Their environment suits someone who enjoys being busy, thrives in a close-knit office, and wants to be part of a business that's growing quickly.
Also known as: Assistant Estimator, Intermediate Estimator, Project Estimator, Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
Interested? Let's talk - no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin | 07551 155 789 | michael @ borneltd . com
Quantity Surveyors
London
Posted: 03/10/2025
£55K
- £80K / Year
J29233
Quantity Surveyor (Package level QS) - £60m Cut & Carve…
Permanent Quantity Surveyor required...
Quantity Surveyor (Package level QS) - £60m Cut & Carve…
Permanent Quantity Surveyor required for a £60m Cut and Carve Refurbishment in the City of London. Could also be known as Package Managing QS or Intermediate QS. Minimum 18 months remaining on site.
We're partnering with a London fit out & refurbishment expert who's been giving commercial spaces a glow-up since before anyone thought to call it Cat B'. For context: when they first started, Bill Haley was busy rocking around the clock, Churchill still had the keys to Number 10, and you could pick up a house for about two grand. In short - they've been in the game a long time.
People who are / have / is…
·Grafters - organised, dependable, and always two steps ahead. Know accountability isn't a buzzword, it's how you safeguard the finances on a job.
·A communicator who can keep it clear and keep it honest
·Not someone to shy away from tough conversations.
·Grown with their past employers - not jumped ship every other season
Why do people want to work here?
·Pedigree: Projects from £50k to £60m across healthcare, workplaces, retail, leisure & education. Trust: A £100m + turnover business with a 90% repeat client base - the sort of company clients actually come back to.
·People first: 160+ staff, 20+ of whom have stayed for over a decade - a level of loyalty you don't usually see outside of Labradors.
·Principles: Responsibility, clarity, honest conversations, and looking out for each other.
·Sustainability: Carbon Neutral+ for over 6yrs
·Remuneration: They pay well. Very well.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Spencer Wade
07920 489522
[email protected]
Quantity Surveyor
London
Posted: 03/10/2025
£60K
- £80K / Year
J29138
Quantity Surveyor (Refurb & Conservation) | Central London | Permanent | Immediate
If you can price a...
Quantity Surveyor (Refurb & Conservation) | Central London | Permanent | Immediate
If you can price a brick and explain a box gutter, read on.
You'll suit this if you:
• Started on the tools (carpentry or similar) or you've spent serious time on scaffold, not just in spreadsheets.
• Know what a box gutter is, how a roof goes together, and what happens before/after the scaffold goes up.
• Can talk brick bonds, temporary works, CAT scans (cable avoidance), propping, and sequencing without phoning a friend.
• Enjoy getting out to site, walking the job, and controlling the numbers because you understand the build.
The Work (real examples, not buzzwords):
• Live refurb & conservation of listed/period assets across Central London.
• Section 20 mansion blocks, façade retention, structural cut & carve, high-spec commercial refurb.
• Values mostly £150k-£2m (some £2-3m+) with tricky access, neighbours, and logistics.
Where you add instant value:
• Valuations & variations grounded in what's actually buildable this week.
• Scoping packages with an eye for temporary works, access, waste routes, and build sequencing.
• Sitting with PM/SM and agreeing the method before you agree the money.
• Final accounts that stand up because you understood the detail on day one.
Litmus Test (be honest with yourself):
• Could you explain to a client how you'd remove two internal columns to create a big retail space, at least at outline method level (temp works, propping, sequencing, back-propping, steel install, finishes make-good)?
• Do you know today's ballpark price of common bricks and what might move it?
• Can you sketch how you'd detail a box gutter tie-in on a refurb roof and the risks to watch for?
If you're nodding, you'll likely fly here.
About the Contractor:
• 30 years in high-quality restoration & conservation, ~£13m turnover.
• 16-18 live projects; core trades in-house (restorers, stonemasons, decorators); roofs/M&E/specialist packages subbed but tightly managed.
• Tight, practical team who back people that take ownership.
What you've probably done:
• 3-5+ years post-grad QS (or more) with real site exposure-ideally carpentry/trade background.
• Refurb/conservation experience ideal, but solid builder's eye matters more.
• Confident with take-offs, CVRs, valuations, variations, budgets, accruals, and closing final accounts.
• Happy up a scaffold, in a plant room, or over drawings with an SE.
Progression & Package:
• Chance to own fewer, higher-value jobs with complex commercial oversight.
• Path to lead QS/commercial manager as you grow.
• Competitive salary/benefits, plus the autonomy to run your jobs like you mean it.
No long cover letter needed. Let's talk-no pressure.
Michael Ogunyankin · 07551 155 789 · michael @ borneltd . com
Quantity Surveyors
London
Posted: 03/10/2025
£65K
- £80K / Year
J29233
Quantity Surveyor | Permanent | City of London
Minimum 18 months remaining on site. £60M Cut and Carve...
Quantity Surveyor | Permanent | City of London
Minimum 18 months remaining on site. £60M Cut and Carve Refurbishment. Package Managing QS.
We're partnering with a London fit out & refurbishment expert who's been giving commercial spaces a glow-up since before anyone thought to call it Cat B'. For context: when they first started, Bill Haley was busy rocking around the clock, Churchill still had the keys to Number 10, and you could pick up a house for about two grand. In short - they've been in the game a long time.
People who are / have / is…
·Grafters - organised, dependable, and always two steps ahead. Know accountability isn't a buzzword, it's how you safeguard the finances on a job.
·A communicator who can keep it clear and keep it honest
·Not someone to shy away from tough conversations.
·Grown with their past employers - not jumped ship every other season
Why do people want to work here?
·Pedigree: Projects from £50k to £60m across healthcare, workplaces, retail, leisure & education. Trust: A £100m + turnover business with a 90% repeat client base - the sort of company clients actually come back to.
·People first: 160+ staff, 20+ of whom have stayed for over a decade - a level of loyalty you don't usually see outside of Labradors.
·Principles: Responsibility, clarity, honest conversations, and looking out for each other.
·Sustainability: Carbon Neutral+ for over 6yrs
·Remuneration: They pay well. Very well.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Spencer Wade
07920 489522
[email protected]
Contracts Manager
London
Posted: 02/10/2025
£70K
- £90K / Year
J29142
Contracts Manager - Boutique Construction Management
Central London
Contracts Managers are the...
Contracts Manager - Boutique Construction Management
Central London
Contracts Managers are the goalkeepers of construction. Make ten great saves, no one notices. Miss one and suddenly everyone's pointing fingers.
This is a small, boutique construction management business. They're delivering prime £500k-£3m projects for wealthy London clients. They've built a reputation for being decent to deal with - nice people, nice work, nice clients. Now they need a Contracts Manager who can keep the commercial wheels spinning without drowning everyone in legalese.
Your daily battles:
· Negotiating contracts so watertight you could sail them down the Thames.
· Procurement - i.e., persuading suppliers that lead time doesn't mean we'll see you in a month.
· Keeping cost reports spotless, even when the spec changes every other week.
· Spotting risk early enough to avoid that 9pm we've got a problem phone call.
What you'll need:
· Contracts / commercial experience in construction (prime resi ideally).
· The ability to negotiate firmly but fairly - think velvet glove, iron fist.
· Detail-driven, organised, and not allergic to Excel.
· Professional qualifications are a plus, but a track record of keeping projects on budget packs more punch.
What you'll get:
· A genuinely nice, tight-knit team - no egos, no politics.
· A seat at the table shaping how things are done (not just following the way we've always done it).
· Prime, high-profile projects where detail actually matters.
· The chance to grow with a company that's scaling quickly, without losing its personable feel.
I know this ad's had a bit of fun, but I'm a serious recruiter, working with a serious contractor, on a seriously good opportunity.
Gabriele Omarini
07586458612
[email protected]
Senior Estimator
Kent, London
Posted: 02/10/2025
£60K
- £85K / Year
J29279
Senior Estimator | Kent | Perm or Freelance | Specialist Facade & Cladding Contractor | Immediate
A...
Senior Estimator | Kent | Perm or Freelance | Specialist Facade & Cladding Contractor | Immediate
A growing specialist contractor delivering façade, cladding, and external envelope packages across residential, commercial, and recladding projects in London and the South East.
With a strong pipeline of secured and tendered projects, they're looking to bring in a Senior Estimator who can hit the ground running - taking ownership of pricing, tenders, and winning work.
The Role
• Lead pre-contract estimating across façade and cladding packages (typically £250k-£5m+)
• Take responsibility for preparing tenders, cost plans, and pricing schedules
• Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements to produce accurate estimates
• Liaise directly with clients, architects, and supply chain partners
• Play a key role in securing new projects and driving the company's growth
What they're looking for
• 3+ years' experience estimating façade / cladding packages (essential)
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Passionate, proactive, and driven to deliver excellence.
The Company
They are a specialist contractor delivering full building envelope solutions, from cladding, recladding and brickslips, through to curtain walling, EWI, roofing and renders.
They've quickly built a reputation for quality, safety, and reliability - acting both as Principal Contractor on recladding schemes and as a Specialist Subcontractor to Tier 1s and developers.
This is a chance to join a growing, ambitious business at senior level, with direct exposure to directors and the opportunity to make an immediate impact.
Also known as: Senior Estimator, Facades Estimator, Cladding Estimator, Pre-Construction Estimator
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin - 07551 155 789 | michael @ borne ltd . com
No pressure. If it sounds like you (or someone you know), get in touch.
Material Controller
Berkshire
Posted: 02/10/2025
£240.00
- £260.00 / Day
J29278
Materials Controller (6-month Contract) Keeping the site from turning into a Wickes on a Saturday..
Start:...
Materials Controller (6-month Contract) Keeping the site from turning into a Wickes on a Saturday..
Start: Mid-October 2025
The Job:
Think of this role as being the unsung hero of the build the person who makes sure the brickies don't run out of bricks, the chippies don't run out of timber, and the plumbers don't start borrowing copper from places they shouldn't. You'll be the one calling off materials, managing deliveries, and keeping the stores in order basically the difference between a smooth-running site and one where everyone stands around blaming the QS.
The Company:
Our client is one of those big-name developers who always seem to have a tower crane in the air somewhere in London. Quality builds, landmark schemes, long-term pipeline. The sort of place where you won't be embarrassed to say, yeah, I'm working on that one.
What you'll need
•A CSCS card (non-negotiable).
•Some experience keeping track of stock, ordering gear, and generally being the person who actually knows what's going on.
•Construction background helps, but if you've ever organised anything more complicated than a BBQ for 20, you'll probably be fine.
Job titles we've heard for this:
Materials Controller, Logistics Coordinator, The Poor Soul Who Signs for Everything. Whatever you want to call it, the role is the same: deal with deliveries, check quantities, liaise with the site team, and keep the yard looking less like a scrapyard and more like a system.
If you have the relevant experience, and would like to apply for this role, or wish to have a confidential chat about your situation, then please feel free to send a CV to Spencer Wade on spencer @ borneltd .com or call on 07920 489522.
To view all of our current roles then please visit our website; https://www.borneltd.com
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Kent
Posted: 01/10/2025
£75K
- £90K / Year
J29168
Senior Quantity Surveyor | Residential, Commercial, Education | Kent / SE London | Sept 2025
A strong...
Senior Quantity Surveyor | Residential, Commercial, Education | Kent / SE London | Sept 2025
A strong opportunity for an experienced Senior QS to take commercial responsibility on a mix of residential, education, and commercial schemes, with a contractor known for lean management and direct delivery.
You'll work closely with the Managing Surveyor and delivery teams to manage tenders, subcontractor accounts, valuations, and reporting - with scope to get involved in both traditional and PCSA contracts.
The Role
• Senior QS role working across live residential, education, and commercial projects
• Full commercial duties from tender stage through delivery
• Managing subcontractor orders, payments, enquiries, and CVRs
• Cross reporting to the Managing Surveyor and liaising with site teams
• Take-offs where the company self-deliver elements (dry lining, SFS, windows)
• Exposure to PCSA schemes (desirable but not essential)
What they're looking for
• Experience in a main contractor or established developer environment
• Background across residential and/or commercial new build or refurbishment schemes
• Strong procurement, reporting, and communication skills
• Comfortable working with Excel for tender analysis (no complex estimating software)
The Company
A modern-thinking contractor with a lean management structure, known for delivering residential, commercial, and educational projects across London and the South East.
They self-deliver some trades in-house, giving their QS team valuable hands-on involvement in take-offs and cost control. Project values typically range from £5m-£40m, with steady growth and repeat clients driving their pipeline.
Also known as: Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS
Interested?
Michael Ogunyankin - 07551 155 789 | michael @ borneltd . com
Experienced QS looking for a lean, hands-on contractor? Let's talk.
Contracts Manager
Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire
Posted: 01/10/2025
£90K
- £100K / Year
J29166
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is Buckinghamshire
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is Buckinghamshire
£90k - £100k + Full Comprehensive Package
Start September 2025
** Contracts Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **
The Company
The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, 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 and new build.
The Candidate
The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Contracts Manager across varied sectors, on projects up 10m value. The candidate would be responsible for 2/3 smaller projects of 2-3m value, or 1 bigger project of 10m size.
The Project
The contractor operating in and around Buckinghamshire, predominantly covers Healthcare projects, which are standard NHS fitouts of Wards. They are looking for someone who has experience as a Contracts Manager within the Healthcare sector.
Great attention to detail with design, managing M&E packages, in a high faced fully operational live environment.
Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Contracts Manager:
·Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
·Overall responsibility of up to 3 sites
·Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
·Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.
- Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.
·Implementation of the company procedures on site
·Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
·Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
·Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
·Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
·Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
·Good all round building experience on projects from £1m - £10m.
·Time spent with previous employers is important
·Design & Build Experience
On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Contracts 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 contracts manager position in Buckinghamshire is 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 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).
Contracts Manager
Essex
Posted: 01/10/2025
£75K
- £85K / Year
J29276
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is London
£75k...
Contracts Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare
Bedfordshire Based - Geographic of Work is London
£75k - £85k + Full Comprehensive Package
Start October 2025
** Contracts Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols **
The Company
The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, 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 and new build.
The Candidate
The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Contracts Manager across varied sectors, on projects up 10m value. The candidate would be responsible for 2/3 smaller projects of 2-3m value, or 1 bigger project of 10m size.
The Project
The contractor operating in and around London, predominantly covers Healthcare projects, which are standard NHS fitouts of Wards. They are looking for someone who has experience as a Contracts Manager within the Healthcare sector.
Great attention to detail with design, managing M&E packages, in a high faced fully operational live environment.
Responsibilities of / client wish list for the Contracts Manager:
·Attendance and preparation of pre-tender and tender interviews
·Overall responsibility of up to 3 sites
·Preparation of the tender submissions working alongside the estimating team
·Production of tender programmes using Microsoft Projects or Asta.
- Understanding of JCT / NEC Dnb Contracts.
·Implementation of the company procedures on site
·Implementation of the Health and Safety procedures
·Progress reporting and the production of the board reports
·Coordination of the design teams and contractor design packages.
·Suitable candidates will ideally be able to demonstrate recent work history on similar schemes as
·Contracts Manager with a reputable main contractor
·Good all round building experience on projects from £1m - £10m.
·Time spent with previous employers is important
·Design & Build Experience
On offer for the above position is an exciting opportunity for a Contracts 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 contracts manager position in Colchester is 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 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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