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Company Leading Landscaping Company Job Title Quantity Surveyor Salary - £Neg Location Dartford, Kent On behalf of our Kent based client we are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to work with the Estimators, Sales and Project Managers to financially manage secured contracts for commercial landscape projects. The successful candidate will also be required to assist the estimating and sales team in the preparation of tender submissions, quantify, negotiate and procure labour packages and key material purchases. In addition to identifying contractual risks and manage submission and receipt of contractual Applications, Notices and Certificates. Roles & Responsibilities: Financially manage secured contracts for commercial landscape projects Identifying of contractual risks and assisting in risk management Analysing estimated cost allowances and applying to labour packages and material purchases Challenging and cross-checking cost allowances, quantities, drawings and specifications Site surveys for accurate quantity checking where necessary Negotiating and procuring subcontract labour packages working with Project Managers Control and manage financial aspects of subcontract accounts throughout project progress Quantifying, negotiating and procuring key material purchases within budget and timescales Develop and manage subcontract and purchase contractual terms Assisting Estimating and Sales team with preparing tender submissions Manage submission and receipt of contractual Applications, Notices and Certificates Submitting monthly Applications for Payment on time Manage and apply cost to variations as requested through project progress Calculating monthly work-in-progress financial reports Analysing and reporting month projects costings and profitability Manage and report cash flow per project Maintaining regular contact and good working relationship with clients and suppliers Attending site meetings as necessary Building on existing relationships to develop further business activity Maintaining awareness of landscaping and construction sectors and sharing with the team Performance Standards Plan each day to achieve maximum efficiency and output, Maintain positive and enthusiastic attitude to all other members of staff, Be contactable during company working hours, Prepared to communicate outside of normal working hours if necessary, Be flexible on working hours if required to achieve full customer satisfaction, Respond to customer requests proactively and positively, Up-Sell whenever possible and report to sales team, Submit non-conformance reports for all problems and issues, Submit your weekly KPI report by 16:00 every Friday, E-mails and phone calls to be responded to within 24 hours, Keep desk and working area tidy and well organised throughout the working day, Key Performance Indicators: Accurate project cost reporting with GP% in excess of 33% Zero contractual disputes unresolved On-time, accurately quantified procurement

We have an exciting opportunity for a Yard Supervisor to join the team of a national company that supplies specialist equipment to the construction, energy and utilities sectors. Our client has a great reputation in the industry and is seeking an hands on, experienced, and flexible all-rounder to work as part of a busy team within a supportive company. What You ll Get OTE £39-42K 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Pension Scheme Hours - 7.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday Career progression & professional development Supportive team culture & great work-life balance Role & Responsibilities Running the day-to-day operations of the yard and supporting the MD with developments Driving and operating telehandlers Loading and offloading articulated vehicles/ sorting and manual cleaning of equipment Yard and stock management Maintaining accurate day-to-day operational paperwork Direct management of 2 Yard Operatives, including conducting performance reviews, managing day-to-day performance, and approving holidays in line with company policy Liaising with temp agencies where required to arrange appropriate staffing cover Ensuring compliance with company health and safety procedures and maintaining the safety and security of the yard and equipment Taking responsibility for stock checks and ensuring stock accuracy Arranging servicing and maintenance of telehandlers, skips and other yard equipment Monitoring fuel levels and providing accurate details for ordering Providing regular updates to senior management on yard performance, staffing, stock levels, and operational issues Requirements Experience operating telehandlers Demonstrable track record of managing or supervising yard based operatives Sound understanding of basic HR processes and employee management responsibilities Strong communication skills, both verbal and written IT literate - able to use Outlook, and manage basic Excel Full UK driving licence Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and a proactive approach to work, particularly when working outdoors