PRODUCTION MANAGER

West Midlands

Our West Midlands based client is a major player in the roofing and cladding industry and has a long and successful history of carrying out specialist cladding works on retail, commercial and industrial projects. This Company is now able to offer a TOTAL ENVELOPE PACKAGE by making a major investment in new production facilities for CURTAIN WALLING AND ALUMINIUM WINDOW fabrication.

Consequently our client is actively seeking an experienced PRODUCTION MANAGER to oversee the set up and management of the new production facility.

Having made a major investment into the shopfloor including new machinery, the Production Manager will be involved with setting up new systems and the management of all aspects of this curtain walling manufacturing facility including responsibility for planning, running factory workers, co-ordinating, chasing, working with Project management, Design and Material Allocation teams to deliver materials on time and to specification allowing the smooth manufacture of tailor made engineering solutions to the requirements of consultants and clients.

This is a superb opportunity with a well established contractor offering excellent prospects and working conditions.

You will need to be a 'hands on' Manager with a curtain walling background and a proven record of achievement and ideally with a professional qualification. For the demanding role, the position would suit ambitious candidates with exceptional management skills.

HEAD OF ESTIMATING/COMMERCIAL MANAGER

MANCHESTER

Working for leading European Commercial Window Specialists, specificed by architects around the world. Based in Manchester, monitoring and managing the performance of the estimating team, coaching to highest possible performance levels, and ensuring effective team dynamics. Responsible for department budget and accountable for quality of output from the team.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a fine-tuned commercial awareness acquired from a background in an Estimating discipline within the façade /fenestration/curtain walling or construction business. Experience of contracting in the construction industry. Experience of reading drawings. This will be a Manchester based role with UK travel if necessary.

Excellent management and communication skills. Proactive and enthusiastic attitude. Motivated and tenacious approach.

CONTRACTS DIRECTOR

NORTH WEST ENGLAND

A rare and exciting opportunity to join the board of a leading external envelope company. Total responsiblity for the Project Management division of the company, overseeing the installation of building envelope solutions, leading a team of engineers, surveyors, managers and technical staff to deliver the highest standards of service at all times on major projects throughout the UK.

Energetic and enthusiastic are absolute pre-requisites for this demanding role. A proven practical background in curtain walling, aluminium windows, external envelopes is essential. Excellent man-management capabilities and a strong commercial awareness is also necessary.

OPERATIONS/CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

NORTH WEST

A Senior role is offered to join one of the leading WINDOWS, FACADES, GLAZING specialists. Responsible to the MD for all all off-site activities of the company once the contracts have been awarded. Strong project management skills are required and the capacity to plan and monitor projects within agreed programmes and costs is essential. Ensuring contracts are maintained within programmes and reporting of all active contracts to clients and the Management Team. Travelling throughout the UK and Europe.

To perform this role successfully, the company needs an exceptional individual with at least 10 years experience in managing large curtain walling projects.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER/ PROJECT EXECUTIVE

United Arab Emirates - URGENT!!!

A leading Curtain Walling and Cladding Company based in the UAE with offices through out the Gulf region. The Company has production facilities for all types of Curtain Walling and Cladding as well as factories for glass processing, powder coating, stainless steel, cast aluminium and traditional aluminium windows/doors.

The Company has secured the work to Design, Supply and Install the full façade (including glass balustrades) for a major development in the UAE and is seeking to employ a Senior Project Manager to manage the works from design through to final account. The candidate should have experience in the following aspects of project management for large curtain walling projects:

Design – Work with world class international architects and external design consultants. The management of specialist sub-contract design resources.
Procurement – Involving high quality products being purchased from many countries with deliveries by sea and air.
Production – Dealing with phased deliveries from satellite facilities and co-ordination of the works with Design, Procurement and Installation.
Installation – Operating with a multinational workforce on high rise buildings within densely populated conurbations.

A superb opportunity!

Relevant experience in curtain walling. The candidate should be a graduate in engineering, with at least 10 years experience and the ability to organize and manage multiple projects in parallel. Strong communication skills, with an excellent knowledge in building construction and building envelope theory. Practical work experience in all aspects of the glazing and aluminium industry and good computer skills is essential.

A fabulous chance to live in one of the most beautiful, vibrant and prosperous Emirates.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

West Midlands

The planned future growth of this leading CURTAIN WALLING company has created an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to run the factory. Current order book of £15m.

Managing a major curtain walling factory, responsible for planning, running factory workers, co-ordinating, chasing, working with Project managements, Design and Material Allocation teams to deliver materials on time and to specification allowing the smooth manufacture of tailor made engineering solutions to the requirements of consultants and clients.

Hands on Manager with curtain walling background and a proven record of achievement and ideally with a professional qualification. For the demanding role, the position would suit ambitious candidates with exceptional management skills.

CAD DRAUGHTSPERSON/DESIGNER

BIRMINGHAM

With half a century of experience around the world, this leading manufacturer and supplier of architectural aluminum systems, offers clients a complete service in the design, extrusion, finishing, fabrication, assembly and glazing of high quality, landmark unitized curtain wall systems around the globe.

Based in Birmingham, this technical role will involve using CAD to develop layouts, drawings and designs that meet engineering specifications. Preparing drawings for standard, modified standard and custom projects that require a knowledge of a wide variety of structures, products, equipment etc.
Checking completed projects for accuracy of details and making required revisions
Interpreting architectural and structural drawings, specifications, designs drawings and sketches
Preparing engineering drawings for manufacturing release for standard, modified standard and custom projects in accordance with established engineering standards, procedures, and design layouts.

Must have excellent CAD experience in the production of drawings for the curtain walling, glazing and external envelope markets.

The position requires the ability to generate good working relationships internally and externally, to provide concise and accurate information in a pressurised work environment to meet customer needs.

CAD DRAUGHTSPERSON

Midlands

A superb opportunity to join a leading aluminium window/curtain walling specialist with a renowned reputation for technical excellence and management expertise. As a vital member of a team of Design Draughtspersons, you will have prime responsibility for the design of products. Working as a member of an individual contract team, duties will include translating a project specification into a practical, workable contract design using AutoCAD. Liaison with Architects and Clients, advising and assisting in realising their objectives. Working on some of the most highly acclaimed UK projects of the recent years.

Must be proficient in the use of AutoCAD software. Experienced in the Curtain Walling/Aluminium Windows Industry. Experience in architectural detailing and fabrication drawings. Fine attention to details and accuracy.

TECHNICAL ENGINEER

WEST MIDLANDS

An internationally renowned Commercial Aluminium Systems company producing windows, doors and curtain walling including standard and bespoke solutions using the most stringent European standards for design, fabrication and installation.

This is a very involved technical role liaising between the estimating and design departments.

Providing quotations to customers and technical support to fabricators and technical back up for external sales team. Providing technical support to the field sales team and internal departments. Reinforcing and strengthening the estimation and the technical functions, including contributing to product development.
Producing drawings for architect's approval using CAD.

This would suit a competent Curtain Walling CAD draughtsperson looking for more invovlement and scope in their role.

Must be proficient in the use of AutoCAD software. Experienced in the Curtain Walling/Aluminium Windows Industry. Experience in architectural detailing and fabrication drawings. Fine attention to details and accuracy.

DESIGNERS

SCOTLAND

A superb opportunity to join one of the UK's largest glass and aluminium window/curtain walling companies able to offer total external envelope solutions for their prestigious clients.

The design process within the Architectural and Commercial Division is fundamental to the success of any project. You will be responsible for the co-ordination of design, drawing information from Architects, Engineers and specialist trades to produce construction issue drawings for a wide range of Architectural Aluminium Systems.

Based in North or South Scotland - this is a wonderful chance to relocate your family to a stunning part of the UK.

Must be proficient in the use of AutoCAD software. Experienced in the Curtain Walling/Aluminium Windows Industry. Experience in architectural detailing and fabrication drawings. Fine attention to details and accuracy.

PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR

MANCHESTER

Working for leading European Commercial Window Specialists, specificed by architects around the world.

Based in Manchester, this is an all-round role that would suit someone from either a Drawing Office or Estimating background.

Duties to include supporting external sales with information and pre-order advice. Ensuring customers receive accurate and timely pre-order information and advice. Supporting the Estimating Team during busy periods. Providing support to sales for difficult budget quotes Preparing tenders and ensuring that customers are informed about an agreed return date, and return all quotes on the relevant date and ensuring that a professional handover is undertaken on each project.

Coordinating with Internal Design Team ensuring all relevant information is obtained to enable the timely production of complete drawings. Coordinate the design process and monitoring the agreed deadline. Ensuring all drawings are checked. Ensuring projects are allocated capacity on receipt of letter of intent/order/instruction from Contracts Manager.

Manchester

DESIGNER - United Arab Emirates

A superb opportunity to join one of the largest architectural glazing contractors in the Middle East. Qualified CAD Draughting/Designers for preparation of both approval and fabrication workshop drawings in specialized field of construction industry. A technical role which will involve monitoring buildability, timing and costs of designs to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Good knowledge of optimizing bar length, stock sheet and component material a definite advantage for take-off exercise. Candidates must be able to read architectural and detailed workshop drawings to obtain required information and must be capable of producing drawings involving multiple components which can be clearly read and understood. Scope of work shall cover aluminium, cladding, glass and steel structure, etc.; therefore previous experience in this field is necessary. A competent knowledge of Autocad97LT/2000 and latest programs is essential. Architectural / Engineering graduates recommended.

A fabulous chance to live in one of the most beautiful, vibrant and prosperous Emirates.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR - URGENT!

Birmingham

The company is a leader in the design, manufacture and installation a wide range of Architectural Metalwork Products for both industrial and commercial situations, including:- Steel staircases, Staircase balustrades, Canopies, Balconies, Structural steelwork and many other custom made items. It provides items in mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and brass, employing a highly skilled team. Established as one of the leading architectural metalworkers in the country and taking on contracts anywhere in the UK. Working in conjunction with buiding contractors, structural engineers and architects to provide the highest quality end product.

A Senior Commercial role undertaking complete project site measurements /surveys, management of all financial, commercial and contractual aspects of projects. Writing contractual correspondence, and liaison with main contractor QS. Preparation of applications for payment. Maintenance of variation schedules. Work with Senior Management to identify and pursue entitlements and claims. Administration of performance and payment bonds, warranties, insurances. Review of contract documents. This is a superb opportunity to join a leading metalwork specialist with a renowned reputation for technical excellence and management expertise. Working on some of the most highly acclaimed UK projects of the recent years.

Excellent QS experience and knowledge gained from a Sub Contractor background. An understanding of the Steel/Metalwork Industry would be an advantage.

SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

Manchester

Reporting to Managing Director. Responsible for all commercial duties on major cladding/roofing/curtain walling/envelope projects throughout the UK.

Must be qualified or demonstrate excellent previous experience in specialist subcontracting industries. This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the most respected companies within the External Envelope Industry.

SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

West Midlands

Total responsiblity for the commercial elements of prestigious Curtain Walling projects throughout the Midlands. Duties to include post contract work - Variations, Valuations, Applications, through to Final Accounts.

Good commercial Quantity Surveying experience in the Construction Industry.

SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR

London (outskirts)

Company specialising in converting bespoke architectural concept designs into practical, cost effective glazing solutions, with a reputation for successfully undertaking high profile projects of various sizes and complexity. Key product areas: Atrium roof/slope glazing, Planar bolted glass, Glazed atrium walling, Support steelwork, Cleaning access equipment, Specialised glazing.

Total responsiblity for the commercial elements of projects.

A commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with fine attention to details and accuracy.

SENIOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR - Birmingham

Working on prestigious land mark projects, total involvement in post contract duties including writing all contractual correspondence, dealing with the main contractor, keep all variation schedules, writing applications, etc. through to final accounts.

Must be a good team player yet able to work on own initiative. Must be qualified or demonstrate excellent previous experience and references. Experience of working on major £multi-million projects essential.

HEAD OF ESTIMATING/COMMERCIAL MANAGER

MANCHESTER

Working for leading European Commercial Window Specialists, specificed by architects around the world. Based in Manchester, monitoring and managing the performance of the estimating team, coaching to highest possible performance levels, and ensuring effective team dynamics. Responsible for department budget and accountable for quality of output from the team.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a fine-tuned commercial awareness acquired from a background in an Estimating discipline within the façade /fenestration/curtain walling or construction business. Experience of contracting in the construction industry. Experience of reading drawings. This will be a Manchester based role with UK travel if necessary.

Excellent management and communication skills. Proactive and enthusiastic attitude. Motivated and tenacious approach.

ESTIMATOR

MANCHESTER

This is a superb opportunity to join one of the leading companies in the design, manufacture and installation of high specification curtain walling, glazing and cladding.

Total involvement in handling enquiries and providing quotations for major curtain walling and cladding projects. Providing quotations for clients and handling telephone enquiries relating to technical queries.

Liaison with clients, main contactors and architects.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a fine-tuned commercial awareness acquired from a background in an Estimating discipline within the façade /fenestration/curtain walling or construction business. Excellent communication skills, a proactive and enthusiastic attitude. Motivated and tenacious approach.

ESTIMATOR - BIRMINGHAM

ARCHITECTURAL METALWORK

Part of a PLC and the UK's leading designer, manufacturer and installer of architectural metalwork products for both industrial and commercial situations, working in conjunction with building contractors, structural engineers and architects to provide the highest quality end product including:-

• Steel staircases • Staircase balustrade • Canopies • Balconies • Catladders • Fencing • Gates • Window grilles • Structural steelwork • Vehicle bollards

Working in the construction department in brand new purpose built offices on Bespoke Architectural Metalwork projects, the Architectural Estimator will deal with a variety of tasks from tendering to job completion. The role involves a commercial awareness of all stages from conception to completion. Projects worked from £10,000 - £2 million. Tendering, Negotiations, Value Engineering, Commercially following jobs through all stages of contract.

An Architectural Metalwork/ Steel/ Curtain Walling background.
Capable of producing accurate quotes and tenders.

ESTIMATOR/PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR

Manchester

Leading aluminium and glazing company. Responsible for achieving a professional coordination and handling of allocated projects.

This includes estimating, final formation of contract, creation of design, ordering of ancillaries, handling Installers, overview of deliveries to site and completion of projects to the satisfaction of both client and company which results in payment. Based in prestigious offices, a totally involved and interesting role.

Must be a proficient and experienced Estimator. Experience in the façade/fenestration/curtain walling business. 2-3 years experience with a main contractor or envelope contractor. Experience of reading drawings. Project planning experience. Commercial experience within a sales organisation.

ESTIMATOR

SCOTLAND

A superb opportunity to join one of the UK's largest glass and aluminium window/curtain walling companies able to offer total external envelope solutions for their prestigious clients.

Working from drawings, specifications and Bill of Quantities, compiling all necessary documentation for the tender submission. Liaison with clients, main contactors and architects.

Based in North or South Scotland - this is a wonderful chance to relocate your family to a stunning part of the UK.

Working within a team of sales, estimating and design personnel, the candidate must be able to read architectural drawings and design information, along with a knowledge of general construction would be a pre-requisite. Fine attention to details and accuracy.

SENIOR ESTIMATOR - Surrey

(BUILDING ENVELOPES)

Based in prestigious offices, duties to include preparation of compliant tenders on multi-million pound Building Envelope projects, obtaining all necessary information from various in-house departments, working from drawings, specifications and Bill of Quantities, compiling all necessary documentation for the tender submission. Liaison with clients, main contactors and architects.

Must be a proficient and experienced Estimator. Able to prioritise own workload. Organised and methodical. Experience of the Aluminium Window/ Curtain Wall/ Building Envelopes industry. Excellent communication skills in order to negotiate with clients and strong P.C skills are essential.

CONTRACTS DIRECTOR

NORTH WEST ENGLAND

A rare and exciting opportunity to join the board of a leading external envelope company. Total responsiblity for the Project Management division of the company, overseeing the installation of building envelope solutions, leading a team of engineers, surveyors, managers and technical staff to deliver the highest standards of service at all times on major projects throughout the UK.

Energetic and enthusiastic are absolute pre-requisites for this demanding role. A proven practical background in curtain walling, aluminium windows, external envelopes is essential. Excellent man-management capabilities and a strong commercial awareness is also necessary.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER/ PROJECT EXECUTIVE

United Arab Emirates - URGENT!!!

A leading Curtain Walling and Cladding Company based in the UAE with offices through out the Gulf region. The Company has production facilities for all types of Curtain Walling and Cladding as well as factories for glass processing, powder coating, stainless steel, cast aluminium and traditional aluminium windows/doors.

The Company has secured the work to Design, Supply and Install the full façade (including glass balustrades) for a major development in the UAE and is seeking to employ a Senior Project Manager to manage the works from design through to final account. The candidate should have experience in the following aspects of project management for large curtain walling projects:

Design – Work with world class international architects and external design consultants. The management of specialist sub-contract design resources.
Procurement – Involving high quality products being purchased from many countries with deliveries by sea and air.
Production – Dealing with phased deliveries from satellite facilities and co-ordination of the works with Design, Procurement and Installation.
Installation – Operating with a multinational workforce on high rise buildings within densely populated conurbations.

A superb opportunity!

Relevant experience in curtain walling. The candidate should be a graduate in engineering, with at least 10 years experience and the ability to organize and manage multiple projects in parallel. Strong communication skills, with an excellent knowledge in building construction and building envelope theory. Practical work experience in all aspects of the glazing and aluminium industry and good computer skills is essential.

A fabulous chance to live in one of the most beautiful, vibrant and prosperous Emirates.

OPERATIONS/CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

NORTH WEST

A Senior role is offered to join one of the leading WINDOWS, FACADES, GLAZING specialists. Responsible to the MD for all all off-site activities of the company once the contracts have been awarded. Strong project management skills are required and the capacity to plan and monitor projects within agreed programmes and costs is essential. Ensuring contracts are maintained within programmes and reporting of all active contracts to clients and the Management Team. Travelling throughout the UK and Europe.

To perform this role successfully, the company needs an exceptional individual with at least 10 years experience in managing large curtain walling projects.

CONTRACTS MANAGER

NORTH ENGLAND

URGENT TO START APRIL 2008!

Required for a specialist Curtain Walling/Glazing firm. Total control of projects (value to £2m) throughout the North of England (Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool. Sheffield, Newcastle).

Dealing with contractual obligations, programming, scheduling materials, managing subcontract labour, responding to correspondence concerning projects, etc.

Experienced Project Manager from the Architectural Aluminium Industry, Fixing experience would be a bonus. Used to looking after several projects at once with good man-mangement experience as responsible for several Site Managers and Supervisors..Able to effectively manage projects. Aware of and able to implement contractual obligations. Excellent communication and organisation skills. Must be motivated and looking for a long term commitment of 5 years plus.

This would suit a Contracts Manager looking for good prospects.

PROJECT MANAGER

BIRMINGHAM BASED

With half a century of experience around the world, this leading manufacturer and supplier of architectural aluminum systems, offers clients a complete service in the design, extrusion, finishing, fabrication, assembly and glazing of high quality, landmark unitized curtain wall systems around the globe.

You will be joining a Company with extensive experience on major International projects able to deal with the most ambitious of visions.

Total involvement on major Curtain Walling projects throughout the UK and Europe. Making sure projects are delivered per specification, budget and agreed upon schedule. Dealing with all contractual matters and correspondence. Managing major curtain walling projects from award through to final handover to the client. Attending meetings and liaison with clients, consultants, architects and main contractors.
Monitoring progress against programme, specification and budget, and taking corrective measures as needed.

This would suit an ambitious, enthusiastic Contracts/Projects Manager with Curtain Walling experience on major projects.

Attention to detail, professional, articulate. An excellent abiity to communicate at all levels. A problem solver able to use a 'hands-on' style. Knowledge of major projects within curtain walling, commercial aluminium windows and facades. Must have in-depth knowledge of the construction industry, building products and curtain walling and demonstrate the ability to discuss them with conviction. Experience in negotiating contract awards and good presentations skills.

PROJECT MANAGER

LONDON

A fabulous opportunity to join one of the UK's major curtain walling companies. Total involvement in the running of majore curtain walling projects in London and the South East.

Must have an excellent abiity to communicate at all levels. A problem solver able to use a 'hands-on' style. Knowledge of major projects within curtain walling, commercial aluminium windows and facades. Must have in-depth knowledge of the construction industry, building products and curtain walling and demonstrate the ability to discuss them with conviction. Experience in negotiating contract awards and good presentations skills.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

LONDON

To run major bespoke curtain walling projects from inception to completion including responsiblity for all contractual obligations and correspondence. risk assessments, method statements, health and safety, etc.

Ideally degree educated, with previous curtain walling experience. Proven experience of running major projects. Must be able to work without constant close supervision, however must also be prepared to work closely with and take instruction from Director. Highly motivated, looking for a real challenge, high energy levels, excellent team player/builder. Attention to detail, articulate, professional. Must have excellent reputation and references from previous employers. Excellent technical knowledge required

SALES MANAGER - IRELAND

Company manufactures external glass envelope solutions. This is a Field Sales Manager role to cover the whole of Southern Ireland, selling to clients, specificers and main contractors. The successful candidate ideally will come from a Curtain walling/cladding background, already based in Ireland, having developed good business contacts. An excellent technical knowledge is important as your will be required to set up your own meetings with both architects and Main Contractors.

An excellent sales manager with attention to detail, articulate and professional.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

West Midlands

The planned future growth of this leading CURTAIN WALLING company has created an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Production Manager to run the factory. Current order book of £15m.

Managing a major curtain walling factory, responsible for planning, running factory workers, co-ordinating, chasing, working with Project managements, Design and Material Allocation teams to deliver materials on time and to specification allowing the smooth manufacture of tailor made engineering solutions to the requirements of consultants and clients.

Hands on Manager with curtain walling background and a proven record of achievement and ideally with a professional qualification. For the demanding role, the position would suit ambitious candidates with exceptional management skills.