58 jobs in Velocity Recruitment

Contracts Manager - Responsive Maintenance (Damp & Mould + FRA)

We're recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established main contractor delivering responsive maintenance services across South East London and North Kent. This is a key leadership role overseeing two long‑term frameworks, each with a 4‑year duration, offering stability, autonomy, and genuine career progression.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take full operational responsibility for two contracts:

• A Damp & Mould remediation programme
• A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) works contract

Each contract services approximately 1,200 properties per year, requiring strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.

You’ll lead a team of 5 direct staff, while coordinating a trusted and established supply chain of operatives to deliver high‑quality, compliant works. This role demands a balance of commercial awareness, operational oversight, and people leadership.

• Managing day‑to‑day delivery across both contracts, ensuring KPIs and SLAs are consistently met
• Reporting performance, risks, and progress to the Operations Director
• Leading, mentoring, and developing your direct team
• Overseeing subcontractor performance and maintaining strong supply chain relationships
• Driving quality, compliance, and health & safety standards
• Working closely with clients and senior leadership to ensure smooth contract delivery and continuous improvement

• Is financially strong and cash‑rich, providing stability and security
• Has a supportive, experienced leadership team that empowers its managers
• Boasts a great company culture with genuinely low staff turnover
• Is growing at an impressive 30% year‑on‑year, creating real opportunities for progression
• Offers excellent salary and benefits, reflecting the importance of the role

• Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (ideally within social housing or responsive maintenance)
• Strong understanding of damp & mould remediation and/or FRA works (highly desirable)
• Confident managing subcontractors and supply chain delivery models
• A natural leader who can motivate teams and build strong client relationships
• Commercially aware, organised, and solutions‑focused

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work with a forward‑thinking contractor, and develop your career as the business continues to expand, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Velocity Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a private residential developer on their flagship scheme in Eddington, Cambridge. You will lead internal fit‑out works, coordinate subcontractors, drive the programme, and ensure safety and quality throughout the build.

Reporting to the Project Director, you will manage 160 units across houses and low‑rise blocks, inspect snagging, and align the team to deadlines.

Site Manager - New Build

160 units, including a mix of houses and low‑rise apartment blocks.

£70k + car allowance + 15% bonus.

Eddington, Cambridge.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a bespoke, privately owned developer on their flagship residential scheme in Eddington, Cambridge. The development consists of 160 units across a mix of houses and low‑rise apartment blocks. With the structures now completed on the first phase, the project has moved into the internal fit‑out stage, and we are looking for a Site Manager to take ownership of the internal works package through to completion. Reporting directly to the Project Director, you will be responsible for managing all internal trades, coordinating subcontractors, driving programme, and ensuring exceptional standards are maintained throughout the build.

• Manage all internal fit‑out works from first fix through to handover
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors on site
• Monitor programme and ensure deadlines are achieved
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and quality
• Carry out inspections and manage snagging works
• Work closely with the Project Director and wider site team

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within residential construction
• Strong internal fit‑out experience on housing or apartment schemes
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage programme and subcontractors effectively
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications required

• Salary up to £70,000
• Competitive package
• 15% bonus
• Long‑term opportunity with a highly regarded developer
• Supportive working environment with genuine autonomy

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑funded business with an outstanding reputation for delivering high‑quality homes, a strong people‑first culture, and excellent staff retention.

Contracts Manager - Responsive Maintenance (Damp & Mould + FRA)

We're recruiting an experienced Contracts Manager to join a well-established main contractor delivering responsive maintenance services across South East London and North Kent. This is a key leadership role overseeing two long-term frameworks, each with a 4-year duration, offering stability, autonomy, and genuine career progression.

The Role
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will take full operational responsibility for two contracts:

* A Damp & Mould remediation programme

* A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) works contract

Each contract services approximately 1,200 properties per year, requiring strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.

You'll lead a team of 5 direct staff, while coordinating a trusted and established supply chain of operatives to deliver high-quality, compliant works. This role demands a balance of commercial awareness, operational oversight, and people leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

* Managing day-to-day delivery across both contracts, ensuring KPIs and SLAs are consistently met

* Reporting performance, risks, and progress to the Operations Director

* Leading, mentoring, and developing your direct team

* Overseeing subcontractor performance and maintaining strong supply chain relationships

* Driving quality, compliance, and health & safety standards

* Working closely with clients and senior leadership to ensure smooth contract delivery and continuous improvement

Why This Role Stands Out
This isn't just another Contracts Manager position. You'll be joining a business that:

* Is financially strong and cash-rich, providing stability and security

* Has a supportive, experienced leadership team that empowers its managers

* Boasts a great company culture with genuinely low staff turnover

* Is growing at an impressive 30% year-on-year, creating real opportunities for progression

* Offers excellent salary and benefits, reflecting the importance of the role

About You

* Proven experience as a Contracts Manager (ideally within social housing or responsive maintenance)

* Strong understanding of damp & mould remediation and/or FRA works (highly desirable)

* Confident managing subcontractors and supply chain delivery models

* A natural leader who can motivate teams and build strong client relationships

* Commercially aware, organised, and solutions-focused

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work with a forward-thinking contractor, and develop your career as the business continues to expand, this is an opportunity worth exploring

Administrator / Office Manager

Location: Warrington (Office-Based)

About the Role

We are recruiting for an Administrator / Office Manager to join a leading Tier 1 construction contractor. This is a varied and fast-paced role where you'll provide comprehensive administrative and office support to senior management and the wider team, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

You'll work closely with multiple departments, coordinating meetings, managing diaries, organising travel, maintaining office systems, and supporting key business functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who enjoys working in a busy, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to senior management and the wider team.

• Manage diaries, coordinate calendars, and schedule meetings.

• Organise internal and external meetings, including booking meeting rooms, sending invitations, preparing agendas, and distributing supporting documentation.

• Take meeting minutes where required and track follow-up actions.

• Arrange travel and accommodation for employees and visitors.

• Manage office supplies, stationery, and equipment, ensuring the office runs efficiently.

• Welcome visitors and act as the first point of contact for the office.

• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documentation.

• Maintain accurate filing systems, records, and company databases.

• Support the Travel & Expenses function and assist with general office administration.

• Assist with company events, team meetings, and other office initiatives.

• Carry out additional administrative duties to support the wider business.

About You

You'll be an experienced Administrator, Office Manager, Team Administrator, or Office Coordinator who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys supporting multiple stakeholders.

We're looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in an Administrator, Office Manager, or similar role.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong diary management and meeting coordination experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

• Confident using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and other Microsoft Office applications.

• A proactive, professional, and collaborative approach.

Previous experience within the construction, engineering, property, or professional services sector would be advantageous but is not essential. A business administration qualification is desirable; however, relevant experience is equally valued.

Bid Manager

Location: Oxford / Slough (with travel across the Thames Valley)
Salary: Up to 90,000 + package
Working Pattern: Hybrid available

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading contractor, supporting the delivery of high-quality tender submissions and helping secure new opportunities across a range of sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Bid Manager with strong 2nd stage bid experience, particularly someone who has experience managing the transition between Stage 1 and Stage 2 bids and understands the requirements needed to successfully convert opportunities into secured projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex bids, working closely with pre-construction, design, commercial, planning and operational teams to develop compelling submissions that align with client requirements and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end bid process, with a particular focus on 2nd stage tender submissions
• Lead the transition and conversion process between Stage 1 and Stage 2 bids
• Coordinate input from internal teams including design, technical, commercial, planning and operations
• Develop clear bid strategies and ensure submissions are aligned with client objectives
• Manage bid programmes, deadlines and submission requirements
• Produce high-quality written responses, including methodologies, technical submissions and project approaches
• Facilitate bid meetings, workshops and reviews with key stakeholders
• Ensure all tender documentation is accurate, compliant and submitted on time
• Support continuous improvement of bid processes and best practice across the business

Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager within the construction industry
• Strong experience managing 2nd stage bids and PCSA/conversion processes
• Experience working through the journey from initial opportunity to successful tender submission
• Excellent understanding of construction procurement and tender processes
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail

Desirable Experience

• Experience of winning work and developing successful bid strategies
• Background working on education, science, research or public sector projects
• Experience with public sector frameworks would be advantageous

The Package

• Salary up to 90,000 for an exceptional candidate with significant bid-winning experience
• Hybrid working available, with the expectation that the successful candidate will spend regular time in the office collaborating with teams
• Based from either Oxford or Slough, with travel required across the Thames Valley region

Site Manager (Fit Out)

Retail Banking

The Company

This Site Manager’s role is with one of the UK’s leading Fit Out Contractors. They have an excellent reputation and fit out some of the well known retailers. They are a diverse organisation covering most sectors of the built environment and this specific role is within their fit out and refurbishment division. Projects are varied ranging from £500k - £100m in the commercial, retail and public sector.  

The Role

We are looking for a Site Manager to join the team on an account for a major high street bank we work with.

• Oversee all site activities and monitor progress.
• Ensure the effective close out of the project and that snagging commences as specified.
• Monitor and inspect the quality of work to ensure high standards of are achieved
• Keep up to date and complete site records
• Identify potential issues which will affect successful project delivery and take necessary action as appropriate.
• Manage the performance of direct reports and sub-contract labour, ensuring they are working safely and efficiently.
• To manage the communication of all necessary information.
• Ensure HSQE standards are implemented and adhered to at all times.
• Responsible for the safety of the public, when working in a live environment.
• Co-ordinate the activities of different sub-contractors to ensure work is carried out efficiently and oversee performance to ensure work is completed on schedule and to the right standard.

Previous experience of working on retail fit out schemes for a fit out contractor/shopfitter is essential to be considered for this role.

The Plus Points

There are genuine opportunities for career development and progression with this contractor. They also invest heavily in training and successful applicants can expect long and rewarding careers. Excellent salary including

• Industry leading maternity/paternity scheme
• Generous Pension
• Comprehensive healthcare
• Car allowance
• Bonus
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible benefits

Candidate Requirements

• SMSTS
• Black CSCS Card
• 5 Years minium experience of retail fit out
• First Aid
• Asbestos Awareness
• Trade qualification desirable eg NVQ in Carpentry

Start Date is August 24th

Velocity Recruitment is helping a global PCB supplier hire a Business Development Manager in Devizes or Lancing. The role focuses on driving UK growth through new business, strategic accounts, and strong customer relationships, with hybrid working and travel requirements.

You will lead sales initiatives, develop account plans, and forecast performance to meet revenue and margin targets, while representing the company at industry events.

Project Manager - £Excellent Retail Fit Out Banking Fit Out / Banking Refurb The Company

Our client is one of the UK’s leading main contractors and due to continued growth they have a specific requirement for a Project Manager within their refurbishment and fit out division. They undertake a wide range of projects with customers primarily being in the commercial office, public sector or retail markets. Schemes vary from individual projects to major national frameworks with values ranging from £1 – £25 million.

The nature of their projects is fast paced and they offer an environment that encourages genuine career growth for the right individuals.

• Take full responsibility for the delivery of projects with values ranging from £1 – £15m.
• Develop and implement programmes which allow accurate monitoring of progress.
• Identify the quality expectations and manage these against a Quality Plan. Implement measures to ensure compliance with the customer requirements and project business plan.
• Develop and implement site establishment and ensure efficient and effective management of site logistics.
• Manage Health and Safety and implement all statutory regulatory and company requirements.
• Understand the requirements of the project and ensure that all contract administration/procedures are undertaken.
• Input into risk / opportunity register and initiate actions to mitigate risks and maximise opportunities.
• Control and manage site/project budgets.
• Develop, control and ensure delivery against the project budgets.

To be successful in the role you will be an effective communicator with a positive, passionate and engaging approach. You will have good writing and analytical skills and solid experience managing fit-out, refurbishment/cut and carve projects.

Experience within the retail sector is key for this role as you will be working on a retail framework.

Must also be willing to travel for projects when required.

Nationwide role.

Travel and digs are expensed.

This is a great role with good prospects for career progression. You will be joining a motivated and growing team where you will be given autonomy to manage your own projects. Very good salaries and packages are on offer including a lucrative bonus scheme.