Rainsford Contracts

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (M&E) Rainsford Contracts is a London-based construction contractor delivering fit-out, refurbishment, joinery and mechanical and electrical (M&E) projects. We are growing our commercial team and are looking for a self-sufficient Quantity Surveyor to take on a key role for our M&E project in Bristol. The role will be predominantly Bristol-based. We have an office in Farringdon (London) which you are also able to work from 1-2 days a week but must be willing to travel to the Bristol site the rest of the week. Working hours are Monday-Friday 08:00- 17:00. We will consider a freelancer but ideally would like to hire someone on a permanent basis. The project Decarbonisation project (£7.5m) Full M&E Design and Build The role You will act as commercial lead on the project, working closely with the project managers, site teams, design team and subcontractors Protect margin, keep costs under control and keep clients informed and confident Take full management of subcontract accounts, including packages, valuations, variations and final accounts Produce accurate cost and cash flow forecasts and report them clearly to the project and senior management teams Manage client expectations and maintain strong client and consultant relationships Prepare, negotiate and agree valuations, variations and change control Work with project managers and site teams to deliver within budget and programme For a Senior Quantity Surveyor: cover both the Bristol and Southampton projects Essential experience Self-sufficient, with a track record of delivering projects as commercial lead Proven M&E experience Able to manage client expectations Accurate forecasting Full management of subcontract accounts Desirable A relevant degree (not essential, as we value experience equally) CSCS card (helpful, not essential) Experience on Construction Management and Design and Build contracts