Quantity Surveyor

Role

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

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

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