Regional Recruitment Services
Job title:
Quantity Surveyor
Company
Regional Recruitment Services
Job description
Job Title: Quantity SurveyorLocation: EastchurchSalary: £30k – £65kHours of Work: 8am – 4:30pmType: PermanentStart Date: Immediately (flexible for notice periods)We are hiring for a pro-active, enthusiastic, Quantity Surveyor who can prioritise a heavy workload and become a part of a growing business. Ideally you will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a role as a QS in the construction industry. Although a Degree in Quantity Surveying is not essential, it is preferable. Who can work with a multi- disciplined contractor specialising in civil engineering, groundworks, rail, and utilities.Duties of a Quantity Surveyor
- Assist in effective commercial control of projects
- Challenge and support to identify best value solutions
- Build and manage effective supply chain relationships
- Build and maintain effective and professional Client relationships
- The identification & procurement of suitable sub-contractors.
- The negotiation & letting of subcontracts within required timescales.
- Providing the cost-data feedback to directors and senior management.
- Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ.
- Administration & management of the financial aspects of the development of projects.
- Reviewing and forecasting the latest cost estimates and reporting.
- Measuring from drawings.
- Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials.
- Up to date knowledge on codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements and HSE.
- Contribute to the delivery of monthly CVR meetings.
- Complete any other duties as required by the Directors/Commercial Manager.
Skills and experience of a Quantity SurveyorSound IT skills, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular strong Excel skills.
- Strong ability to negotiate and influence
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Builds excellent working relationships
- Experience in Applications for payments
- Previous responsibility for issuing project and contract communications
- A solid understanding of NEC/Standard form of contracts.
- Ability to undertake civil measures without supervision.
- Experience in pricing civil works, either at tender stage or post contract stage.
- Experience in groundworks estimates.
Quantity Surveying: Minimum experience of 3 years.· Construction BTEC/HNC Qualified.· Experience in assisting with Applications for payments.· Experience in assisting with pricing variations to contracted works.· Previous exposure to attending client meetings.· A basic understanding of construction contracts.· Exposure or an interest in light to medium civil works.· Ability to undertake civil measures with limited supervision.· CSCS CardWhat the client offers a Quantity Surveyor
- Pension scheme
- Free DSE eye testing
- Enhanced holiday package: Starting at 28 days holiday rising to 31 days after two years of service (inc Bank Holidays)
- On-site Parking Available.
- Company Events
- Career development opportunities:
Access to our NPORS accredited training centre, where you can elevate your skills in plant operations.Continuous development available through a selection of eLearning that we have available from the beginning of your employment.About the ClientOur client is a multi- disciplined contractor specialising in civil engineering, groundworks, rail, and utilities. They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis.Next Steps:Apply to this Job Title role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact our Industrial team on 0116 262 3733.If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven’t already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. We will however retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable.About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in LeicesterThis position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial and Engineering sectors. To view all of our positions available throughout the United Kingdom, please visit our website (regionalrecruitment.co.uk).
Expected salary
£30000 – 65000 per year
Location
Eastchurch, Kent
Job date
Thu, 08 Aug 2024 07:17:35 GMT
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