Quantity Surveyor

Role

Our client is a main contractor based in central London and due to continued growth, they are currently seeking an intermediate/experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their busy team on a permanent basis.

They work for corporate landlords, asset managers, charities, trusts, and freeholders carrying out refurbishment contracts (external, internal, combined), typically on traditional and heritage buildings, plus some modern buildings.  They also carry out some commercial and education projects. They work with building surveyors, property consultants, and property managers to execute JCT Contracts (Minor & Intermediate and Design & Build) between the value of £50k to £1.5m.

The position is a client-facing role, so the candidate will be required to interact with clients on a personable basis and manage the projects, along with the other members of the project team, to a successful outcome.

They provide an excellent service to their clients by working as a team and the applicant will be expected to adopt this philosophy.

Responsibilities

Be commercially alert and able to analyse the financial elements of the project

Have a good understanding of JCT Minor & Intermediate Contracts, as well as some knowledge of D&B Contracts

Undertake cost estimating, tendering, planning, procurement, interim valuations, and cost monitoring

Subcontractor management, prepare Sub-contracts and agree valuations and final accounts

Prepare schedules of repairs, obtain approval from the CA and let to the subcontractor

Variation pricing & management

Manage labour budgets with Contracts Manager & Site Managers

Provide monthly cost value reporting and cash flow forecasting

Liaise with Clients, Directors, Contracts Managers, and Site Foreman

Form and develop sustainable long-term relationships with new and existing Clients

Requirements

Minimum of three years Main Contractor work experience is essential

Minimum of three years London work experience is essential

Construction/Commercial Management related degree qualification is essential

Have excellent written and spoken English

Be able to work under your own initiative to deal with several projects

Have strong negotiation skills

Be assertive and proactive

Remain calm under pressure

Hard-working and efficient

Able to work well in a team

IT skills – proficient with Google & Microsoft software esp. Excel

Experience working on refurbishment projects is an advantage

Valid Driving Licence is preferred but not essential