Quantity Surveyor

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities for the Quantity Surveyor:

• Regular site visits and liaising with the production team.
• Managing the end-to-end commercial aspects of the assigned projects to maximise value and collaborating with the Finance and Procurement departments accordingly.
• Ensuring all commercial accountabilities are undertaken in a timely manner, with a high degree of accuracy and measure.
• Identification and analysis of potential debt risks and negotiating financial reconciliation with third parties to provide reasonable solutions.
• Forecasting monthly and annual profit figures ensuring figures are maintained throughout the lifetime of the project.
• Understanding the principles of safety on sites and projects, ensuring that any safety concerns are addressed immediately.
• Building strong working relationships with clients including social networking.
• Allocating work to sub-contractors including assistance with procurement when required.

Requirements of the Quantity Surveyor:

• GCSE Minimum 7 A-C / 5-9 including Math’s and English.
• Minimum 3 A-Levels at Grade B and above or equivalent BTEC.
• HNC Level 4 Qualification in Construction/Building or equivalent or Degree education level.
• Relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor minimum 2 years.
• Excellent computer skills, including Word and Excel.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate an extremely high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Must be able to gather and analyse information skilfully.
• Must be highly motivated and be willing to work hard.

Benefits:

• Company car or allowance
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Experience Required:

• UK Quantity Surveying: 2 years (required).
• Civils/Groundwork project: 1 year (preferred).

This is a confirmed vacancy with an immediate start.