Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor – Manchester or Leeds

Anderselite are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our clients commercial team in Manchester or Leeds, working on a variation of commercial type projects (not residential).

Your Responsibilities:
– Procuring subcontract packages
– Assembling and managing enquiry documentation
– Obtaining and analysing subcontractor quotations, and making informed recommendations
– Preparing and managing subcontractor order documentation
– Overseeing payments to subcontractors
– Commercial management of subcontract packages
– Supporting the preparation of main contract valuations
– Assisting with monthly and quarterly forecast reporting
– Finalizing accounts for subcontract packages
– Contributing to project risk and opportunity planning
– Maintaining professional relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
– Identifying opportunities for design development to improve project delivery
– Managing client valuations and variations through to final account agreement
– Ensuring compliance with all contract requirements

What Were Looking For:
– Experience working as a QS in the commercial sectors ideally on MEP jobs.
– Experience working on post contract packages in the construction industry.
– Experience in managing and working effectively within a team.
– Degree-qualified and/or working towards MRICS, MCIOB, or equivalent professional accreditation.
– Positive, proactive approach with excellent collaboration skills.
– Expert negotiation skills and a keen eye for detail.
– Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
– Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word and project software packages would be advantageous. 

Extensive experience in:
– Preparing valuations, variations, and final accounts
– Managing subcontract accounts and procurement
– Adhering to company best practice procedures
– Understanding health and safety regulations

Benefits:
– Competitive salary
– Company car or car allowance
– Contributory pension scheme
– BUPA healthcare
– Life assurance
– 25 days holiday (increasing with length of service)
– Holiday purchase scheme
– Gym subsidy
– Social club membership