R W ARMSTRONG & SONS is looking for employees for positions:
buyer
Responsibility
to work according to the buying processes, policies and frameworks set by the Group Buying Manager
to assist in the procurement of standard and bespoke goods and materials, at best value
to assist in the procurement of hired in plant and equipment, at best value
to assist in the procurement of skip and waste management services, at best value
to coordinate and manage RWA owned plant, including repairs and purchases
to effectively deploy plant and administer the re-use of second-hand materials
to communicate with and manage our existing supply chain partners - negotiating rebates and setting up credit accounts where possible
to identify and communicate opportunities for new supply chain partners to the Group Buying Manager
Requirements
to have previous knowledge of the buying process and experience of negotiation
to have a strong attention to detail and be accurate
to have good organisational skills, be able to prioritise, make decisions and work effectively within a fast paced environment
to have previous knowledge of construction materials and plant equipment is desirable
to have previous experience of using EVO M or a similar buying/accounts system
to have good numeracy and literacy skills
to be highly motivated with a proactive approach to individual learning and development
to be able to communicate with key stakeholders and liaise effectively with other internal departments
contracts manager
Requirements
the management of projects with a value of between £2M and £6M
the management of multiple projects running simultaneously
understanding and managing complex project information
managing projects whose complexity require multiple processes and programme revisions
Responsibility
to be involved in team recruitment
to lead and manage team members to help them fulfil their roles, responsibilities and expectations
to direct and coordinate all project activities, including overall responsibility for the performance of the assigned projects
to carry out appraisals, set objectives and provide mentoring or coaching to the team
accident, RIDDOR and near miss reporting
to use the agreed Company processes, procedures and systems
to run effective meetings including chairing, taking minutes and implementing actions
use of document filing systems
carpenter
Salary
salary
Requirements
meticulous organization and strong planning skills
NVQ in carpentry
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
you'll join our Basingstoke Traditional Works Division, where we undertake projects between £500k and £5m in value
in-depth knowledge of carpentry competencies
everyone in the team is well-versed in working with fine finishes and passionate about delivering the highest quality
ability to solve complications in a timely manner
all the responsibilities well trust you with
Responsibility
attending required training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge
maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports
bench joiner
Salary
salary
Responsibility
produce full-sized working rods efficiently within set time frames
create clear and concise cutting lists for precision
measure and mark cutting lines accurately using rulers, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge
verify component accuracy against drawings
utilize specific machinery for permitted machining tasks
shape or cut materials to specified measurements with hand tools, machines, or power tools
complete the dry assembly and final assembly of joinery components
accurately fit ironmongery, fixtures, and fittings
Requirements
all the responsibilities well trust you with
youll have an experience, ideally holding a Qualification in City and Guilds or NVQ equivalent in Carpentry and Joinery
youll have an understanding of traditional and conventional joinery techniques and an ability to work to very fine tolerances
youll have a proactive individual with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
youll be able to assist with Joinery site measures and fittings
as a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture
we believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation
youll be meticulously well organised individual with strong levels of planning
manager
Responsibility
review the issued design information for completeness and clarity
review schedules of rates and plant and material costs in conjunction with the QS team
arrange and chair regular design review meetings for each of the five sub-projects
these should include relevant members of the professional team, principally the MEP designers, BCA, as well as the RWA project manager
prepare and circulate notes and timebound action points
raise RFIs where required to ensure that the MEP sub-contractors are provided with timely and accurate information to allow installation to progress in line with the agreed programme
review tender packages in conjunction with the appropriate project QS to ensure that there are no scope gaps and that tenderers have correctly interpreted the drawings and specifications and made the correct allowances
work with the MEP sub-contractors to develop and implement effective mitigation measures to make sure programme is maintained
Requirements
right to Work in the UK
strong communication and people skills
full UK Driving Licence
good time management and ability to work to strict deadlines
prior experience working on the refurbishment of a listed building
A strong eye for detail and ability to read and accurately interpret construction drawings
prior experience of working delivering a super prime residential project
ability to operate in a process-driven environment with a focus on outcomes
administrator
Responsibility
assisting with adminstration for the site project team
assisting with the Writing and distributing meeting minutes
contribute to organisation of site team functions
asda and stationary ordering
cover for Senior Site Administrator when on annual leave
undertake general administration including Greeting guests answering telephone calls, scanning, filing, photocopying, preparing letters, emails and other correspondence generated by the project team
assist the Document Controller/ Senior Site Administrator with the management of project drawings process, tracking and issuing to relevant teams using Procore
organise and set up onsite meetings, including the preparation of refreshments
Requirements
previous knowledge or experience of working in the construction industry essential
excellent levels of literacy and numeracy
previous proven administration experience supporting project teams in a fast-paced environment
able to demonstrate high levels of professionalism when communicating with all colleagues and external contacts
excellent document control skills including electronic and paper filing, auditing, and archiving
able to adapt to changing needs and priorities
effective organisational skills
designer
Salary
salary
Responsibility
youll work alongside Saint John project teams, Cabinetmakers and sub-contractors producing fully resolved CAD drawings
youll oversee the manufacturing, finishing and installation of joinery projects following handover to both internal and subcontracted workshops
youll ensure designs, materials and finishes are appropriate, achievable and fit for purpose and to identify any potential risks
youll develop and present design concepts using 2D and 3D drawings packages
youll work to client briefs to design kitchen, joinery, and furniture concept packages
youll ensure designs are in line with tender allowances and specifications, to ensure budgeted costs and labour allowances are understood and to identify any risk to these
Requirements
youll join Saint John Architectural Interiors, a team that specialises in collaborating with architects, interior designers, and private clients to design, create, and install bespoke, high-quality interiors
to fulfil this role, we seek the highest skilled makers, to work with a diverse range of materials, including metalwork, leather, fabric, upholstery, and glass, always ensuring the most luxurious finish
design manager
Salary
salary
Requirements
all the responsibilities well trust you with
youll plan and manage design activity for the project
youll understand clients requirements and aspirations
youll have detailed reviews of designs, identifying shortfalls, information conflicts, scope gaps, build ability issues, risks and opportunity
youll have formal and documented resolution of design shortfalls
as a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture
we believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation
youll prepare and maintain risk and opportunity register
accounts manager
Salary
salary
Responsibility
youll stock control and Manage the joinery stock
youll prepare anticipated cashflow for projects for both divisions for submission to the Head of Commercial Management
youll preparation of overhead budgets, joinery yearly gross and net profit forecasting
youll assist with monthly valuations, chase up monthly valuations, transfer money
youll running monthly P&L reports
Requirements
as a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture
we believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation
youll be part of our Joinery team, collaborating with a skilled group of craftspeople, youll have the opportunity to create stunning panelling, doors, windows and bespoke furniture, all made with a genuine passion for our clients who own luxury homes
estimator
Salary
salary
Requirements
all the responsibilities well trust you with
youll meet or contact Architects, site teams and clients throughout the course of pre, live and post tender negotiations
youll gather external quotes for specialist items- glazing and ironmongery
youll completing quantity take offs as required and completing schedules of work, or bills of quantities if applicable
as a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture
youll write clear and precise communications which might include detailed and complex figures, calculations, and specific joinery information
we believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation
youll review tender drawings, produce a cutting list, ironmongery schedule and apply CAD drawing, machine, manufacturing, finishing and installation hours to form an accurate detailed estimate
Responsibility
to monitor and control cost variations by accurately pricing and recording their effect on final accounts
to manage vesting certificates requests and to produce and submit monthly valuations. To work with General Manager to ensure cashflow and P&L forecasts are met
to liaise with architects, site teams and clients throughout the pre-tender, live and post tender negotiation stages
to review tender drawings and schedules to identify potential construction issues, establish scopes of work and accurate detailed estimates