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MMP is currently recruiting for an experienced Multi Trade Carpenter to join a Social Housing contractor covering on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will carry out repairs and maintenance works across both occupied and void properties, delivering a high standard of workmanship and customer service. Key Responsibilities
+ Carry out carpentry repairs and maintenance within occupied and void social housing properties.
+ Complete associated multi-trade works as required.
+ Deliver excellent customer service and maintain a professional approach when working in residents' homes.
+ Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and within agreed timescales.
+ Accurately update job information using the provided PDA system.
+ Work effectively to meet tight deadlines and performance targets., MMP is currently recruiting for an experienced Plasterer to join a Social Housing contractor. The successful candidate will carry out repairs and maintenance works across both occupied and void properties, ensuring a high standard of workmanship and customer service at all times. Key Responsibilities
+ Carry out plastering repairs and maintenance within occupied and void social housing properties.
+ Complete associated repair works as required.
+ Deliver excellent customer service when working in residents' homes.
+ Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
+ Work towards agreed deadlines and productivity targets.
+ Accurately update job information using the provided PDA system., + Carry out a wide range of multi-trade works, including: o Carpentry o Plumbing o Basic plastering, tiling, and decorating
+ Undertake reactive repairs and general maintenance within social housing properties
+ Diagnose and resolve maintenance issues efficiently across multiple trades
+ Complete works relating to damp, mould, and general property repairs
+ Ensure all work is completed to a high standard with minimal disruption to tenants
+ Work independently to manage a daily workload (up to 7 jobs per day) Working Hours
08:00 - 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
+ Optional out-of-hours work may be available,
Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing submissions.
Carry out quantity take-offs and cost analysis.
Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
Assess project risks and identify value engineering opportunities.
Prepare and submit competitive tenders within deadlines.
Maintain up-to-date records of labour, material, and subcontractor costs.
Liaise with operational and commercial teams during project handovers.
Support contract negotiations and client discussions where required.
Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to ensure competitive bids., MMP is seeking an experienced Commercial Asset Manager to work with a Local Authority in East London on a rolling contract. What You'll Be Doing
+ Managing a commercial investment portfolio including shops, industrial units and mixed-use assets.
+ Leading rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant negotiations.
+ Marketing and letting vacant properties.
+ Managing arrears, debt recovery and income maximisation strategies.
+ Working closely with legal, finance, regeneration and technical teams.
+ Supporting valuation programmes and asset strategy initiatives.
+ Ensuring compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements.
+ Providing professional advice to senior stakeholders and elected members., We are looking for an experienced Multi-Trade Joiner to deliver high-quality joinery repairs and maintenance, alongside a range of multi-trade works to achieve first-time fixes. The successful candidate will provide excellent customer service, work safely and efficiently, maintain accurate records, and ensure vehicles, tools, and stock are kept to the required standards. This role includes participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, with an additional payment of £525 per week when on call. Full details will be discussed at interview., + Commercial management of multiple fit-out, refurbishment and residential projects
+ Cost planning, budgeting and forecasting
+ Managing subcontractor procurement and accounts
+ Preparing valuations, variations and final accounts
+ Contract administration (JCT)
+ Producing CVRs and commercial reports
+ Managing commercial risks and opportunities
+ Building strong client and stakeholder relationships, MMP Consultancy is seeking x5 highly organised Disrepair Case Officers at £300pd on behalf of a Local Authority based in south London. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced housing professional to play a key role in protecting the Council from disrepair claims, ensuring residents receive high-quality services, and helping to resolve issues before they escalate into legal action. Candidates will be required in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the rest of the days of the week at home. As a Disrepair Case Officer, you will manage a varied caseload, work closely with surveyors, contractors and legal services, and ensure that residents' concerns are addressed promptly and effectively. The successful candidate will be responsible for minimising the risk, incidence and cost of disrepair claims against the Council. You will act as the key point of contact for disrepair cases, managing them from initial complaint through to resolution, and representing the Council where necessary., + Manage disrepair cases to minimise risk and reduce legal and financial exposure to the Council.
+ Resolve complaints and legal threats wherever possible before they progress to litigation.
+ Monitor case progress, costs and potential liabilities, providing regular updates and recommendations to management.
+ Ensure high-risk cases are escalated appropriately and reported to the Repairs Team Manager.
+ Liaise with Legal Services and supply information to meet court and procedural deadlines.
+ Work closely with internal and external surveyors to ensure repairs are ordered and completed promptly and to the required standard.
+ Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and relevant Council policies.
+ Represent the Council in court proceedings when required.
+ Provide advice and support on Stage 2 complaints, Ombudsman complaints and repairs complaints involving potential litigation.
+ Maintain regular communication with residents, keeping them informed throughout the case process.
+ Respond to correspondence within agreed timescales.
+ Support colleagues across the service and provide cover where required.
+ Promote compliance with legislation relating to data protection, health and safety, equality, diversity and financial regulations.
+ Contribute to safeguarding responsibilities for vulnerable children and adults.
+ Work collaboratively across departments and with external partners to achieve positive outcomes., What you’ll be doing:
Owning commercial performance across live projects
Leading Surveyors Estimators (team of 6 )
Managing cashflow, applications, and final accounts
Reviewing contracts, risks, and tender strategy
Driving margin protection and commercial discipline
Acting as a key voice at Board level, Carrying out reactive plastering repairs and maintenance within occupied social housing properties
Completing a variety of plastering works including skimming, patch plastering, rendering repairs and making good after maintenance works
Undertaking associated multi-trade repairs such as basic carpentry, tiling, painting and decorating where required
Diagnosing defects and carrying out effective first-time fixes where possible
Providing a professional and customer-facing service to residents
Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
Accurately updating job information using handheld technology
Working independently and managing a busy workload, An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Multi Trade Carpenter to work with a leading Social Housing Contractor on a temporary basis, covering Guildford and the surrounding areas. This is a 3-month ongoing contract offering a competitive day rate of £180-£200 per day, depending on experience. Successful operatives will be required to work within occupied social housing properties, carrying out reactive repairs and maintenance., Carrying out reactive repairs and maintenance within occupied social housing properties
Completing a range of multi-trade works including carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general repairs
Diagnosing faults and undertaking effective repairs on first visit where possible
Providing a professional and customer-focused service to residents
Ensuring all works are completed safely and to a high standard
Accurately updating job information using handheld technology
Working independently and managing a busy workload
+ Previous experience working within the social housing sector.
+ Customer-focused approach with strong communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
+ Full UK Manual Driving Licence (maximum 6 points)., + Recognised Carpentry qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
+ Asbestos Awareness certification (can be completed before the start date).
+ Basic DBS Check., + Previous experience working within the social housing sector.
+ Strong plastering skills with the ability to carry out a variety of repair and maintenance tasks.
+ Customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
+ Full UK Manual Driving Licence (maximum 6 points)., + Recognised trade qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
+ Asbestos Awareness certification (can be completed prior to the start date).
+ Basic DBS Check., + Advanced carpentry and plumbing skills essential
+ Additional trade skills beneficial, particularly glazing
+ Experience working in occupied residential properties
+ Strong customer service skills
+ Must be willing to obtain a DBS check, + Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative within social housing or similar environments
+ Strong all-round skills across multiple trades
+ Ability to work in occupied properties with a professional and customer-focused approach
+ Must supply own basic hand and power tools
+ Full UK driving licence (essential), This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to the success of a growing business., + Previous experience as an Estimator within construction, engineering, manufacturing, fit-out, or a related industry.
+ Strong commercial awareness and cost analysis skills.
+ Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
+ Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
+ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
+ Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
+ Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable
+ HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
+ Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).
+ Knowledge of contract administration and commercial management principles., + MRICS qualified Surveyor (preferred).
+ Strong commercial estate management experience.
+ Background in local authority, public sector, property company or consultancy environments.
+ Experience of rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant matters.
+ Commercially focused with excellent stakeholder management skills.
+ Comfortable managing complex property portfolios and income targets., + NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification
+ Full UK Driving Licence
+ Strong joinery skills with multi-trade experience
+ Experience in a customer-focused, target-driven environment
+ Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
+ Good understanding of Health & Safety practices
+ Social housing experience desirable
+ Own power tools required This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional team delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services across Southampton, Winchester & Basingstoke, + Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
+ Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor
+ Strong background in fit-out, refurbishment and residential construction
+ Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts
+ Strong commercial, negotiation and reporting skills
+ Design & Build contractor experience preferred, + Good understanding of current issues affecting local authorities, ALMOs and social housing.
+ Knowledge of housing and building legislation and current best practice.
+ Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and housing management systems.
+ Experience responding to complex correspondence and preparing reports.
+ Experience managing contractors and consultants.
+ Experience dealing directly with customers, resolving issues and providing advice in challenging situations., + Proven experience as a Multi Trade Plasterer within social housing, repairs or maintenance
+ Relevant plastering qualifications (NVQ Level 2 or equivalent preferred)
+ Experience working within occupied properties
+ Ability to carry out a range of associated multi-trade repairs
+ Full UK driving licence
+ Strong customer service skills and ability to work independently
+ Own tools preferred (where required),

• Previous experience working within the social housing sector.
• Customer-focused approach with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (maximum 6 points).
• Recognised Carpentry qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Asbestos Awareness certification (can be completed before the start date).
• Basic DBS Check.
• Previous experience working within the social housing sector.
• Strong plastering skills with the ability to carry out a variety of repair and maintenance tasks.
• Customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (maximum 6 points).
• Recognised trade qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Asbestos Awareness certification (can be completed prior to the start date).
• Basic DBS Check.
• Advanced carpentry and plumbing skills essential
• Additional trade skills beneficial, particularly glazing
• Experience working in occupied residential properties
• Strong customer service skills
• Must be willing to obtain a DBS check, Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative within social housing or similar environments
• Strong all-round skills across multiple trades
• Ability to work in occupied properties with a professional and customer-focused approach
• Must supply own basic hand and power tools
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Previous experience as an Estimator within construction, engineering, manufacturing, fit-out, or a related industry.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost analysis skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of contract administration and commercial management principles.
• MRICS qualified Surveyor (preferred).
• Strong commercial estate management experience.
• Background in local authority, public sector, property company or consultancy environments.
• Experience of rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant matters.
• Commercially focused with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable managing complex property portfolios and income targets.
• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong joinery skills with multi-trade experience
• Experience in a customer-focused, target-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices
• Social housing experience desirable
• Own power tools required
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Strong background in fit-out, refurbishment and residential construction
• Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts
• Strong commercial, negotiation and reporting skills
• Design & Build contractor experience preferred
• Good understanding of current issues affecting local authorities, ALMOs and social housing.
• Knowledge of housing and building legislation and current best practice.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and housing management systems.
• Experience responding to complex correspondence and preparing reports.
• Experience managing contractors and consultants.
• Experience dealing directly with customers, resolving issues and providing advice in challenging situations.