Company Info
Our clients are the largest housing association in the North East and among the biggest 25 nationally; owning and managing some 34,000 properties in the North East region, 30,000 of them in the Tees Valley.
Our clients are an organisation that’s local at its heart - and although their work is largely in the Tees Valley, they welcome applications from further afield because our ways of working mean we can often be flexible about where our colleagues are based.
Our clients skilled colleagues and board directors work tirelessly to support 70,000 tenants and customers, bringing a breadth of experience and a can-do attitude to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Hours:
37 Hours a week
Position summary
This role is categorised as a roam role. Roaming roles are a mixture of home and hub working with, in some instances, a degree of being out and about delivering services to customers. Your working day will be determined by what you need to do and where you need to go to maximise your productivity. This means that you could start and finish your day in different places depending on what you need to do, so we’ll support you working from a variety of locations.
Responsibilities and Duties
Due to company expansion and future pipeline projects, our client is recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, covering the North East and Teesside region.
This is a permanent, full time role working 37 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, benefits package, with flexible/ agile working.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will evaluate all levels of commercial risk and maximise the benefit to our client, covering procurement, risk mitigation, and contract management.
You will lead on the accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues.
You will also ensure all applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms, ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with contractual obligations and commitments to subcontractors.
If you join the team you will undertake the initial feasibility from investigations, scope of works and prepare cost plans and estimates based on the information available with assumptions to inform high level decision making regarding commercial and development opportunities.
You will also lead on the production of all prime costs to assist in in the production of land appraisals, report on any movement of budget costs from the initial land appraisal and provide detailed analysis/report of final out turn forecasts, identifying potential threats/opportunities and demonstrate the impact of these if necessary.
Minimum Candidate Requirements:
We are looking for an individual who is commercially focused, degree qualified (ideally chartered) with surveying experience within a civil engineering or housing background.
To join our team, you must be able to demonstrate a knowledge of commercial awareness and legislative requirements and practices within the new-build social housing construction sector.
You will have the capability to evidence the experience and track record of your success in a PQS or residential social housing building environment, and have the aptitude to show professional competency, proactive and effective communication skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.
High levels of interpersonal and negotiation skills are a must, as is the ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external partners, which is a fundamental part of this role.
You should also have experience in liaising and being a point of contact for both the construction and site personnel and supply chain.
Please note that this role requires a full driving license, as travel to other sites is required
Mar 17, 2022
Permanent
Company Info
Our clients are the largest housing association in the North East and among the biggest 25 nationally; owning and managing some 34,000 properties in the North East region, 30,000 of them in the Tees Valley.
Our clients are an organisation that’s local at its heart - and although their work is largely in the Tees Valley, they welcome applications from further afield because our ways of working mean we can often be flexible about where our colleagues are based.
Our clients skilled colleagues and board directors work tirelessly to support 70,000 tenants and customers, bringing a breadth of experience and a can-do attitude to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
Hours:
37 Hours a week
Position summary
This role is categorised as a roam role. Roaming roles are a mixture of home and hub working with, in some instances, a degree of being out and about delivering services to customers. Your working day will be determined by what you need to do and where you need to go to maximise your productivity. This means that you could start and finish your day in different places depending on what you need to do, so we’ll support you working from a variety of locations.
Responsibilities and Duties
Due to company expansion and future pipeline projects, our client is recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor, covering the North East and Teesside region.
This is a permanent, full time role working 37 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, benefits package, with flexible/ agile working.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will evaluate all levels of commercial risk and maximise the benefit to our client, covering procurement, risk mitigation, and contract management.
You will lead on the accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues.
You will also ensure all applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms, ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with contractual obligations and commitments to subcontractors.
If you join the team you will undertake the initial feasibility from investigations, scope of works and prepare cost plans and estimates based on the information available with assumptions to inform high level decision making regarding commercial and development opportunities.
You will also lead on the production of all prime costs to assist in in the production of land appraisals, report on any movement of budget costs from the initial land appraisal and provide detailed analysis/report of final out turn forecasts, identifying potential threats/opportunities and demonstrate the impact of these if necessary.
Minimum Candidate Requirements:
We are looking for an individual who is commercially focused, degree qualified (ideally chartered) with surveying experience within a civil engineering or housing background.
To join our team, you must be able to demonstrate a knowledge of commercial awareness and legislative requirements and practices within the new-build social housing construction sector.
You will have the capability to evidence the experience and track record of your success in a PQS or residential social housing building environment, and have the aptitude to show professional competency, proactive and effective communication skills in a multi-disciplinary environment.
High levels of interpersonal and negotiation skills are a must, as is the ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external partners, which is a fundamental part of this role.
You should also have experience in liaising and being a point of contact for both the construction and site personnel and supply chain.
Please note that this role requires a full driving license, as travel to other sites is required
New opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a Construction Consultancy based in Leicestershire. This vacancy is with an independently owned Chartered Surveying practice whose work includes a strong offer in service lines such as Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Employers Agent work. This firm has a well established trading history and they are now able to boast a strong pipeline of work with increasing ongoing and new projects.
As a result of this strong performance they are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. It is essential for this role that you have previous experience in Quantity Surveying from a private practice or consultancy background, in addition it is a requirement that you be Chartered / MRICS qualified. This firm is looking for a good overall range of pre and post contract surveying duties including core pqs skills and it is also essential that you are currently based within commuting distance of this position.
This private practice has been performing extremely well despite the current situation and they have a strong local brand as well as an excellent reputation with clients nationally. They can offer great career prospects with a demonstrable track record of promoting and retaining team members, as well as being able to offer a great team environment
Oct 27, 2020
Permanent
New opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a Construction Consultancy based in Leicestershire. This vacancy is with an independently owned Chartered Surveying practice whose work includes a strong offer in service lines such as Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Employers Agent work. This firm has a well established trading history and they are now able to boast a strong pipeline of work with increasing ongoing and new projects.
As a result of this strong performance they are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. It is essential for this role that you have previous experience in Quantity Surveying from a private practice or consultancy background, in addition it is a requirement that you be Chartered / MRICS qualified. This firm is looking for a good overall range of pre and post contract surveying duties including core pqs skills and it is also essential that you are currently based within commuting distance of this position.
This private practice has been performing extremely well despite the current situation and they have a strong local brand as well as an excellent reputation with clients nationally. They can offer great career prospects with a demonstrable track record of promoting and retaining team members, as well as being able to offer a great team environment
Our client is an established construction consultancy providing a comprehensive service and successfully delivering a wide range of projects across all construction sectors including retail, commercial and education, is currently seeking a Contractors QS to work on a number of new build and refurb hotel projects.
A fantastic opportunity awaits a well versed PQS, with previous experience gained with new build/refurb commercial and retail project experience and of project values of £2m+. 10+years experience, someone who is looking for their next step in their career and someone who is looking for future progression.
They are currently working a number of warehouse distribution centres on behalf of a major supermarket brand
Experience Required
The key duties involved in achieving the objective of the role will be:
Reporting to the Client on all applications for payment, invoices and other like documents submitted
Preparing recommendations for interim payments to contractors in accordance with contract requirements
To value and report separately, on tenant variations as instructed by the Client
To provide fund monitors and tenant representatives, when instructed by the Client, with all necessary information, and in particular provide all valuations and certification with associated back up for their information
To attend, chair, and prepare and issue minutes of site and progress meetings as required by the Client
To advise on the construction cost implications of any instruction and other matters as requested by the Client
To prepare periodic cost reports in agreed format at specified times
To prepare, negotiate, and issue final accounts and final statements
To agree snagging methodology with the contractors and interested parties and manage the completion and handover process
A key focus of the role will be liaison with project fund monitors, tenant representatives and purchaser’s representatives and therefore the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively at all levels is essential
Candidates need to have extensive post qualification experience, ideally gained on large multi distribution centres and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the funding arrangements common to such developments.
This is a great opportunity to further your career as the company are consistently growing, so for the successful Quantity Surveyor this could be a very progressive and lucrative way to develop your career.
The right candidate will have prior experience in Consultancy/PQS, you must be comfortable dealing with clients and taking responsibility from the initial inception through to the completion of the Project.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
Hold the relevant Degree, postgraduate or equivalent qualification
Be working towards the APC or be a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS)
Consultancy/QPS background
Have a minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience
Apr 02, 2020
Full time
Our client is an established construction consultancy providing a comprehensive service and successfully delivering a wide range of projects across all construction sectors including retail, commercial and education, is currently seeking a Contractors QS to work on a number of new build and refurb hotel projects.
A fantastic opportunity awaits a well versed PQS, with previous experience gained with new build/refurb commercial and retail project experience and of project values of £2m+. 10+years experience, someone who is looking for their next step in their career and someone who is looking for future progression.
They are currently working a number of warehouse distribution centres on behalf of a major supermarket brand
Experience Required
The key duties involved in achieving the objective of the role will be:
Reporting to the Client on all applications for payment, invoices and other like documents submitted
Preparing recommendations for interim payments to contractors in accordance with contract requirements
To value and report separately, on tenant variations as instructed by the Client
To provide fund monitors and tenant representatives, when instructed by the Client, with all necessary information, and in particular provide all valuations and certification with associated back up for their information
To attend, chair, and prepare and issue minutes of site and progress meetings as required by the Client
To advise on the construction cost implications of any instruction and other matters as requested by the Client
To prepare periodic cost reports in agreed format at specified times
To prepare, negotiate, and issue final accounts and final statements
To agree snagging methodology with the contractors and interested parties and manage the completion and handover process
A key focus of the role will be liaison with project fund monitors, tenant representatives and purchaser’s representatives and therefore the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively at all levels is essential
Candidates need to have extensive post qualification experience, ideally gained on large multi distribution centres and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the funding arrangements common to such developments.
This is a great opportunity to further your career as the company are consistently growing, so for the successful Quantity Surveyor this could be a very progressive and lucrative way to develop your career.
The right candidate will have prior experience in Consultancy/PQS, you must be comfortable dealing with clients and taking responsibility from the initial inception through to the completion of the Project.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
Hold the relevant Degree, postgraduate or equivalent qualification
Be working towards the APC or be a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS)
Consultancy/QPS background
Have a minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience
My client is a highly successful high-end residential consultancy, based in a beautiful location in London. They pride themselves on delivering and maintaining the highest standards in quality, for very high end clients.
An Assistant QS is required for their busy Mayfair office. Previous high-end residential experience a must and a consultancy background ideal. Projects range anything from £2m - £27m Projects are UK wide but this is a purely office based role.
This is a permanent career opportunity. Salary to be negotiated depending on experience and sale incentives will also be offered.
Role / Responsibilities
• Provision of financial expertise in the delivery of the practice’s service to its clients. • To produce estimates for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To produce tender documents for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To prepare valuations, financial statements and produce and agree final accounts with contractors for construction works under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To undertake all works in accordance with the firms QA procedures. • To advise the Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor of disputes with contractors as and when they arise. • Work in a team in undertaking the Practice’s business. • Undertake liaison with other members of the construction team as and when required to efficiently undertake the Practice’s work. • To comply with existing and future legislation relating to the work being undertaken. • To represent and promote the Practice at meetings when called upon to do so. • May at times be required to supervise junior surveyors.
Skills Required:
• Between three to five years post qualification experience. • Specific knowledge of JCT and other forms of contract • Previous PQS experience ideal • High-end residential project experience • Minimum BSc in Quantity Surveying and ideally working towards MRICS membership of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. • The post holder will be a team player capable of working to deadlines. With a flexible approach to financial management. • The post holder will be physically and mentally able to undertake the full remit of the responsibilities of the post. • A full UK driving licence is desirable
Agency: UCA Consulting Contact Name: Russell Roberts Contact Email: russell@ucaconsulting.uk Telephone: 07826613230 Industry: Construction Job Type: Permanent Location - Mayfair Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Apr 07, 2017
Full time
My client is a highly successful high-end residential consultancy, based in a beautiful location in London. They pride themselves on delivering and maintaining the highest standards in quality, for very high end clients.
An Assistant QS is required for their busy Mayfair office. Previous high-end residential experience a must and a consultancy background ideal. Projects range anything from £2m - £27m Projects are UK wide but this is a purely office based role.
This is a permanent career opportunity. Salary to be negotiated depending on experience and sale incentives will also be offered.
Role / Responsibilities
• Provision of financial expertise in the delivery of the practice’s service to its clients. • To produce estimates for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To produce tender documents for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To prepare valuations, financial statements and produce and agree final accounts with contractors for construction works under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. • To undertake all works in accordance with the firms QA procedures. • To advise the Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor of disputes with contractors as and when they arise. • Work in a team in undertaking the Practice’s business. • Undertake liaison with other members of the construction team as and when required to efficiently undertake the Practice’s work. • To comply with existing and future legislation relating to the work being undertaken. • To represent and promote the Practice at meetings when called upon to do so. • May at times be required to supervise junior surveyors.
Skills Required:
• Between three to five years post qualification experience. • Specific knowledge of JCT and other forms of contract • Previous PQS experience ideal • High-end residential project experience • Minimum BSc in Quantity Surveying and ideally working towards MRICS membership of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. • The post holder will be a team player capable of working to deadlines. With a flexible approach to financial management. • The post holder will be physically and mentally able to undertake the full remit of the responsibilities of the post. • A full UK driving licence is desirable
Agency: UCA Consulting Contact Name: Russell Roberts Contact Email: russell@ucaconsulting.uk Telephone: 07826613230 Industry: Construction Job Type: Permanent Location - Mayfair Salary: £30,000 - £40,000