Job details

  • Job ID: DHFT3656
  • Type: Professional
  • Region: Greater Manchester
  • Wage: Minimum £300 to Maximum £400 per day.
  • Contact: Daryl Hodgson
  • Email: daryl.hodgson@wearefootprint.co.uk

Contract Type: Freelance (6-month minimum)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cost Management: Oversee and manage the costs for the facades and steel packages on the project.
  • Procurement: Assist with procurement processes, including subcontractor selection and contract negotiations.
  • Contract Administration: Administer subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with project specifications.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit accurate financial reports, ensuring projects remain within budget.
  • Variation Management: Identify, assess, and manage variations, ensuring proper documentation and cost control.
  • Site Visits: Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure accuracy of work against financials.

Essential Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, ideally working with facades or steel packages.
  • Strong knowledge of cost management, procurement, and contract administration.
  • Experience working on large-scale construction projects, preferably £10m+.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Previous experience in a freelance or contractor role is advantageous.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Chartered status with RICS or equivalent professional body (desirable but not essential).

This is a confirmed vacancy with an immediate start date.