Graduate/Trainee Quantity Surveyor- Leading Mechanical Contractor - Newry Your new company A leading Mechanical Contractor based in Newry and Dublin is currently recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Construction Division. This award-winning contractor works within the residential and commercial sectors on various medium-large schemes in ROI and NI. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Manage all commercial aspects of projects, including cost control, budget management, and subcontractor management.Conduct accurate and detailed cost estimates, procurement, and tender processes.Collaborate with project teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of projects.Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project profitability.Review and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.Monitor project financial performance and provide regular reports to senior management.Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5+ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor.Strong understanding of contracts and relevant regulations.Experience working in the M&E industry or main contractorExcellent negotiation and communication skills.Proficiency in cost estimation and financial analysis.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.RICS membership would be desirable but not essential.Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.A clean UK/ROI driver licence and comfortable travelling to sites in the Greater Dublin area. What you'll get in return A great opportunity to join one of Ireland's leading mechanical contractors. A competitive salary is on offer with benefits including: Healthcare Life assurance Early finish on Friday Team building events and social outings Free on-site parking Collaborative working environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Mar 30, 2024
Full time
Graduate/Trainee Quantity Surveyor- Leading Mechanical Contractor - Newry Your new company A leading Mechanical Contractor based in Newry and Dublin is currently recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Construction Division. This award-winning contractor works within the residential and commercial sectors on various medium-large schemes in ROI and NI. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Manage all commercial aspects of projects, including cost control, budget management, and subcontractor management.Conduct accurate and detailed cost estimates, procurement, and tender processes.Collaborate with project teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of projects.Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising project profitability.Review and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.Monitor project financial performance and provide regular reports to senior management.Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team. What you'll need to succeed Minimum of 5+ experience working as a Quantity Surveyor.Strong understanding of contracts and relevant regulations.Experience working in the M&E industry or main contractorExcellent negotiation and communication skills.Proficiency in cost estimation and financial analysis.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.RICS membership would be desirable but not essential.Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.A clean UK/ROI driver licence and comfortable travelling to sites in the Greater Dublin area. What you'll get in return A great opportunity to join one of Ireland's leading mechanical contractors. A competitive salary is on offer with benefits including: Healthcare Life assurance Early finish on Friday Team building events and social outings Free on-site parking Collaborative working environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Derby
Salary: negotiable DOE
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to develop and grow alongside our client's expanding commercial team.
The right candidate will have a willingness to learn and will progress to actively managing all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
You will learn to carry out measures for both accounting and targeting purposes, produce monthly accounts, liaise with your clients and site teams and monitor the expenditure and values of your projects as they progress. You will also be involved in the monitoring of site programmes and work closely alongside your Contracts Manager and Site Team to ensure your projects are carried out successfully and to the required standard.
The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients, and the ability to communicate and work well within a team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reading and the ability to understand structural engineers' and architect's general arrangement drawings, design reports & specifications
Engage with the supply chain to ensure compliant and competitive sub-contract quotations/packages for all elements of each project is maintained
Have an understanding of the JCT and NEC forms of Sub-Contract
Produce detailed variation packages including "Cause and Effect"
Produce monthly Valuations/Applications for Payment
Produce work-in-progress reports for accurate Profit and Loss forecast
Attend meetings with clients both pre and post award
Key Skills, Experience & Attributes
Industry experience working within an estimator/quantity surveyor role is ideal but not essential
Knowledge of Structural Steelwork/ Structural Timber as construction techniques is preferable
Good understanding and ability for operating the Microsoft office software (Word/Excel/Outlook in particular)
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise numerous tasks at a time
Ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients
Ability to communicate and work within a team to ensure an understanding of all aspects of each project is gathered and maintained
Good punctuality, pro-active approach, communication and presentation skills
Ambition to progress your career to understand new methods of construction within the supply chain
Full UK driving licence
Applicants should be enthusiastic, proactive and have a willingness to progress their career and understand new methods of construction within the supply chain.
Novax recruitment are on the front line of structural steel recruitment.
If you are a structural steel professional and you are looking for a new position, then send you cv over directly or apply for the role.
Keywords:
Quantity surveyor, quantity surveying, senior quantity surveyor, QS, construction, civil engineering, steelwork, steel, timber, graduate, trainee
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Derby
Salary: negotiable DOE
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to develop and grow alongside our client's expanding commercial team.
The right candidate will have a willingness to learn and will progress to actively managing all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
You will learn to carry out measures for both accounting and targeting purposes, produce monthly accounts, liaise with your clients and site teams and monitor the expenditure and values of your projects as they progress. You will also be involved in the monitoring of site programmes and work closely alongside your Contracts Manager and Site Team to ensure your projects are carried out successfully and to the required standard.
The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients, and the ability to communicate and work well within a team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reading and the ability to understand structural engineers' and architect's general arrangement drawings, design reports & specifications
Engage with the supply chain to ensure compliant and competitive sub-contract quotations/packages for all elements of each project is maintained
Have an understanding of the JCT and NEC forms of Sub-Contract
Produce detailed variation packages including "Cause and Effect"
Produce monthly Valuations/Applications for Payment
Produce work-in-progress reports for accurate Profit and Loss forecast
Attend meetings with clients both pre and post award
Key Skills, Experience & Attributes
Industry experience working within an estimator/quantity surveyor role is ideal but not essential
Knowledge of Structural Steelwork/ Structural Timber as construction techniques is preferable
Good understanding and ability for operating the Microsoft office software (Word/Excel/Outlook in particular)
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise numerous tasks at a time
Ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients
Ability to communicate and work within a team to ensure an understanding of all aspects of each project is gathered and maintained
Good punctuality, pro-active approach, communication and presentation skills
Ambition to progress your career to understand new methods of construction within the supply chain
Full UK driving licence
Applicants should be enthusiastic, proactive and have a willingness to progress their career and understand new methods of construction within the supply chain.
Novax recruitment are on the front line of structural steel recruitment.
If you are a structural steel professional and you are looking for a new position, then send you cv over directly or apply for the role.
Keywords:
Quantity surveyor, quantity surveying, senior quantity surveyor, QS, construction, civil engineering, steelwork, steel, timber, graduate, trainee
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Derby
Salary: negotiable DOE
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to develop and grow alongside our client's expanding commercial team.
The right candidate will have a willingness to learn and will progress to actively managing all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
You will learn to carry out measures for both accounting and targeting purposes, produce monthly accounts, liaise with your clients and site teams and monitor the expenditure and values of your projects as they progress. You will also be involved in the monitoring of site programmes and work closely alongside your Contracts Manager and Site Team to ensure your projects are carried out successfully and to the required standard.
The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients, and the ability to communicate and work well within a team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reading and the ability to understand structural engineers' and architect's general arrangement drawings, design reports & specifications
Engage with the supply chain to ensure compliant and competitive sub-contract quotations/packages for all elements of each project is maintained
Have an understanding of the JCT and NEC forms of Sub-Contract
Produce detailed variation packages including "Cause and Effect"
Produce monthly Valuations/Applications for Payment
Produce work-in-progress reports for accurate Profit and Loss forecast
Attend meetings with clients both pre and post award
Key Skills, Experience & Attributes
Industry experience working within an estimator/quantity surveyor role is ideal but not essential
Knowledge of Structural Steelwork/ Structural Timber as construction techniques is preferable
Good understanding and ability for operating the Microsoft office software (Word/Excel/Outlook in particular)
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise numerous tasks at a time
Ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients
Ability to communicate and work within a team to ensure an understanding of all aspects of each project is gathered and maintained
Good punctuality, pro-active approach, communication and presentation skills
Ambition to progress your career to understand new methods of construction within the supply chain
Full UK driving licence
Applicants should be enthusiastic, proactive and have a willingness to progress their career and understand new methods of construction within the supply chain.
Novax recruitment are on the front line of structural steel recruitment.
If you are a structural steel professional and you are looking for a new position, then send you cv over directly or apply for the role.
Keywords:
Quantity surveyor, quantity surveying, senior quantity surveyor, QS, construction, civil engineering, steelwork, steel, timber, graduate, trainee
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Derby
Salary: negotiable DOE
About the Role
We are looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to develop and grow alongside our client's expanding commercial team.
The right candidate will have a willingness to learn and will progress to actively managing all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
You will learn to carry out measures for both accounting and targeting purposes, produce monthly accounts, liaise with your clients and site teams and monitor the expenditure and values of your projects as they progress. You will also be involved in the monitoring of site programmes and work closely alongside your Contracts Manager and Site Team to ensure your projects are carried out successfully and to the required standard.
The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients, and the ability to communicate and work well within a team.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Reading and the ability to understand structural engineers' and architect's general arrangement drawings, design reports & specifications
Engage with the supply chain to ensure compliant and competitive sub-contract quotations/packages for all elements of each project is maintained
Have an understanding of the JCT and NEC forms of Sub-Contract
Produce detailed variation packages including "Cause and Effect"
Produce monthly Valuations/Applications for Payment
Produce work-in-progress reports for accurate Profit and Loss forecast
Attend meetings with clients both pre and post award
Key Skills, Experience & Attributes
Industry experience working within an estimator/quantity surveyor role is ideal but not essential
Knowledge of Structural Steelwork/ Structural Timber as construction techniques is preferable
Good understanding and ability for operating the Microsoft office software (Word/Excel/Outlook in particular)
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise numerous tasks at a time
Ability to work within allocated time scales to meet the requirements of our clients
Ability to communicate and work within a team to ensure an understanding of all aspects of each project is gathered and maintained
Good punctuality, pro-active approach, communication and presentation skills
Ambition to progress your career to understand new methods of construction within the supply chain
Full UK driving licence
Applicants should be enthusiastic, proactive and have a willingness to progress their career and understand new methods of construction within the supply chain.
Novax recruitment are on the front line of structural steel recruitment.
If you are a structural steel professional and you are looking for a new position, then send you cv over directly or apply for the role.
Keywords:
Quantity surveyor, quantity surveying, senior quantity surveyor, QS, construction, civil engineering, steelwork, steel, timber, graduate, trainee
A great opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction contractor based in High Wycombe. The company focus on a range of projects including architectural glass, structural glazing, roofing, canopies, glass partitioning and glazed screens for commercial, retail and leisure projects across London and the Home Counties.
The suitable Trainee Quantity Surveyor will have a degree in a realevant subject (Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management) or possess some years' experience working at a Junior/Trainee/Graduate level within the construction industry. The Trainee Quantity Surveyor will be working on exciting projects across London and be given ongoing training and guidance to become a fully-fledged Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
Obtain cost information (estimating data, quotations etc.)
Obtain and agree procurement schedule
Establish valuation dates
Raise invoices
Submit valuations
Place sub-contract orders
Submit cost value reconciliations
Submit and agree final account
Site visits
Further Quantity Surveying duties
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
Relevant qualification (Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management etc.)
OR Post qualification experience as a Junior Quantity Surveyor
Construction experience
Full UK Driver's License
Commutable distance to High Wycombe
Experience within the architectural glass and glazing sector would be highly advantageous (not necessary)
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
Company Confidential (dependant on experience)
25 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Additional company benefits to be discussed
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
A great opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction contractor based in High Wycombe. The company focus on a range of projects including architectural glass, structural glazing, roofing, canopies, glass partitioning and glazed screens for commercial, retail and leisure projects across London and the Home Counties.
The suitable Trainee Quantity Surveyor will have a degree in a realevant subject (Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management) or possess some years' experience working at a Junior/Trainee/Graduate level within the construction industry. The Trainee Quantity Surveyor will be working on exciting projects across London and be given ongoing training and guidance to become a fully-fledged Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
Obtain cost information (estimating data, quotations etc.)
Obtain and agree procurement schedule
Establish valuation dates
Raise invoices
Submit valuations
Place sub-contract orders
Submit cost value reconciliations
Submit and agree final account
Site visits
Further Quantity Surveying duties
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
Relevant qualification (Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management etc.)
OR Post qualification experience as a Junior Quantity Surveyor
Construction experience
Full UK Driver's License
Commutable distance to High Wycombe
Experience within the architectural glass and glazing sector would be highly advantageous (not necessary)
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
Company Confidential (dependant on experience)
25 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Additional company benefits to be discussed
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy
A great opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction contractor based in High Wycombe. The company focus on a range of projects including architectural glass, structural glazing, roofing, canopies, glass partitioning and glazed screens for commercial, retail and leisure projects across London and the Home Counties.
The suitable Trainee Quantity Surveyor will have a degree in a realevant subject (Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management) or possess some years' experience working at a Junior/Trainee/Graduate level within the construction industry. The Trainee Quantity Surveyor will be working on exciting projects across London and be given ongoing training and guidance to become a fully-fledged Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
Obtain cost information (estimating data, quotations etc.)
Obtain and agree procurement schedule
Establish valuation dates
Raise invoices
Submit valuations
Place sub-contract orders
Submit cost value reconciliations
Submit and agree final account
Site visits
Further Quantity Surveying duties
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
Relevant qualification (Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management etc.)
OR Post qualification experience as a Junior Quantity Surveyor
Construction experience
Full UK Driver's License
Commutable distance to High Wycombe
Experience within the architectural glass and glazing sector would be highly advantageous (not necessary)
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
Company Confidential (dependant on experience)
25 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Additional company benefits to be discussed
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
A great opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction contractor based in High Wycombe. The company focus on a range of projects including architectural glass, structural glazing, roofing, canopies, glass partitioning and glazed screens for commercial, retail and leisure projects across London and the Home Counties.
The suitable Trainee Quantity Surveyor will have a degree in a realevant subject (Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management) or possess some years' experience working at a Junior/Trainee/Graduate level within the construction industry. The Trainee Quantity Surveyor will be working on exciting projects across London and be given ongoing training and guidance to become a fully-fledged Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
Obtain cost information (estimating data, quotations etc.)
Obtain and agree procurement schedule
Establish valuation dates
Raise invoices
Submit valuations
Place sub-contract orders
Submit cost value reconciliations
Submit and agree final account
Site visits
Further Quantity Surveying duties
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
Relevant qualification (Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management etc.)
OR Post qualification experience as a Junior Quantity Surveyor
Construction experience
Full UK Driver's License
Commutable distance to High Wycombe
Experience within the architectural glass and glazing sector would be highly advantageous (not necessary)
Trainee Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
Company Confidential (dependant on experience)
25 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Additional company benefits to be discussed
Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Our Client is looking to grow their Midlands team with a highly competent and ambitious individual, with sector expertise of delivering cost consultancy services in the higher education sector.
Ideally, you’ll already be operating at a senior level with experience in a consultancy environment, be client facing with the ability to deliver commissions of varying scale and complexity in the higher education sector.
With a strong pipeline of prestigious projects and clients this is an amazing opportunity for a technically strong individual to help grow their expanding education team and develop your career further. This role provides the opportunity to work on a range of multi-million pound educational developments across the Midlands.
Responsibilities:
Ability to deliver and manage the provision of Cost Consultancy services on major or complex projects from inception to handover
Act as day to day lead on projects, providing service delivery, demonstrating your role as a key stakeholder and first point of contact.
Responsible for pre and post project commercial management and reporting.
Prepare Client cost reports and report on change during the life of a project.
Have an awareness of project costs outside of direct Construction (design, supervision, land, statutory undertakers, employer direct).
Development of Client relationships and Key Account Management
Ability and desire to generate repeat business and win new work.
Extensive experience of various forms of Building Contract including JCT and NEC
Ability to communicate effectively with both Clients and Internal Staff
Experience of running small teams either project or internal team management (preferable)
Provide guidance, leadership, mentoring and technical expertise to team members
Experienced in the provision of Employers Agent services (preferable)
Detailed knowledge of construction costs and market conditions.
Manage commercial aspects of commissions including governance, fee management.
Ability to prepare fee proposals and bid submissions
Manage workload and project resources
Mentoring trainee, assistant and graduate colleagues.Requirements:
Significant experience in the Higher Education Sector
MRICS or similar accreditation
5+ years working in a professional consultancy environment
Client facing experience, including working with clients on a commission/project basis and the ability to work closely with multiple stakeholders.
Have a full breadth of cost management experience from initial feasibility and giving high level cost advice, through cost planning at various design stages, procurement experience, and a proven ability to control costs post contract.
In-depth working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
Proficient in electronic forms of measurement and associated cost planning software (CostX, CATO/ Causeway, etc)
Working knowledge of new rules of measurement (NRM).
Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other role-related software packages.
Ability to form effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.
Ability to oversee a team on commissions/projects/programmes.
Confident, outgoing, with the drive to succeed and develop.This role has excellent prospects for an individual who has a strong ambition to progress and enjoys working collaboratively within a vibrant team. As well as technical competence, we are looking for someone with the ability to think laterally, who possesses first class communication skills, has strong commercial awareness, and will provide an excellent service to our Clients and contribute to building an effective team.
Millbank are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business
Jan 21, 2022
Permanent
Our Client is looking to grow their Midlands team with a highly competent and ambitious individual, with sector expertise of delivering cost consultancy services in the higher education sector.
Ideally, you’ll already be operating at a senior level with experience in a consultancy environment, be client facing with the ability to deliver commissions of varying scale and complexity in the higher education sector.
With a strong pipeline of prestigious projects and clients this is an amazing opportunity for a technically strong individual to help grow their expanding education team and develop your career further. This role provides the opportunity to work on a range of multi-million pound educational developments across the Midlands.
Responsibilities:
Ability to deliver and manage the provision of Cost Consultancy services on major or complex projects from inception to handover
Act as day to day lead on projects, providing service delivery, demonstrating your role as a key stakeholder and first point of contact.
Responsible for pre and post project commercial management and reporting.
Prepare Client cost reports and report on change during the life of a project.
Have an awareness of project costs outside of direct Construction (design, supervision, land, statutory undertakers, employer direct).
Development of Client relationships and Key Account Management
Ability and desire to generate repeat business and win new work.
Extensive experience of various forms of Building Contract including JCT and NEC
Ability to communicate effectively with both Clients and Internal Staff
Experience of running small teams either project or internal team management (preferable)
Provide guidance, leadership, mentoring and technical expertise to team members
Experienced in the provision of Employers Agent services (preferable)
Detailed knowledge of construction costs and market conditions.
Manage commercial aspects of commissions including governance, fee management.
Ability to prepare fee proposals and bid submissions
Manage workload and project resources
Mentoring trainee, assistant and graduate colleagues.Requirements:
Significant experience in the Higher Education Sector
MRICS or similar accreditation
5+ years working in a professional consultancy environment
Client facing experience, including working with clients on a commission/project basis and the ability to work closely with multiple stakeholders.
Have a full breadth of cost management experience from initial feasibility and giving high level cost advice, through cost planning at various design stages, procurement experience, and a proven ability to control costs post contract.
In-depth working knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
Proficient in electronic forms of measurement and associated cost planning software (CostX, CATO/ Causeway, etc)
Working knowledge of new rules of measurement (NRM).
Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other role-related software packages.
Ability to form effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.
Ability to oversee a team on commissions/projects/programmes.
Confident, outgoing, with the drive to succeed and develop.This role has excellent prospects for an individual who has a strong ambition to progress and enjoys working collaboratively within a vibrant team. As well as technical competence, we are looking for someone with the ability to think laterally, who possesses first class communication skills, has strong commercial awareness, and will provide an excellent service to our Clients and contribute to building an effective team.
Millbank are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business
An excellent opportunity for Senior Quantity Surveyors or Quantity Surveyors that are looking for a step up in responsibility, looking to gain invaluable experience and to progress their career with a highly reputable construction company, within a high standards and high rewards environment.
Our client is one of the UK's largest Civil Engineering and Building Contractor specialising in Infrastructure and Groundworks.
Their success, is owed to our strong core values maintained from the company's family origins in 1995, in addition to a dedicated and elite workforce. We continue to grow rapidly thanks to our sterling reputation within the industry.
We are an innovative and passionate business, who understands that the key to a successful business is successful people; therefore, we recruit the best, and offer and encourage development and training along with high rewards. The right people can make a real difference; it is this attitude that has got us to where we are today.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Understand the principles of safety on site and company projects. Support the Safety Director and safety team in the application of safety policy and practice. Ensure that any concerns are addressed immediately with the support of the safety team and/ or Directors as appropriate.
Prepare and/ or review tenders with estimators assisting with understanding the client's requirements and offering value engineering.
Provide early cost advice to clients on variations, ensuring only authorised variations are undertaken.
Understand construction issues, offer advice on drawings and works and ensure projects have all current drawings/ up to date information to work from.
Identify commercial risks and provide appropriate solution/response.
Understand Company procurement and its impact on job cost/performance.
Undertake costs analysis working with Company buyers. Advise on procurement/cost control.
Value completed work, ensuring timely payments.
Understand importance of cash flow and timely payments, including retention payments.
Build strong relationships with client staff and Company production staff
The current Stafford Commercial team consists of 12: Commercial Manager, 2 Senior QS's, 1 Senior Estimator, 2 QS's, 2 Graduate QS's and 4 Trainee QS's. The team's workload is fast increasing due to the excellent growth of the business and therefore we need someone to come in and help the team out on a full-time basis
The ideal candidate will be a current Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor looking to progress, and they must be experienced in Groundworks.
Excellent salary and remuneration on offer to the successful candidate
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
An excellent opportunity for Senior Quantity Surveyors or Quantity Surveyors that are looking for a step up in responsibility, looking to gain invaluable experience and to progress their career with a highly reputable construction company, within a high standards and high rewards environment.
Our client is one of the UK's largest Civil Engineering and Building Contractor specialising in Infrastructure and Groundworks.
Their success, is owed to our strong core values maintained from the company's family origins in 1995, in addition to a dedicated and elite workforce. We continue to grow rapidly thanks to our sterling reputation within the industry.
We are an innovative and passionate business, who understands that the key to a successful business is successful people; therefore, we recruit the best, and offer and encourage development and training along with high rewards. The right people can make a real difference; it is this attitude that has got us to where we are today.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Understand the principles of safety on site and company projects. Support the Safety Director and safety team in the application of safety policy and practice. Ensure that any concerns are addressed immediately with the support of the safety team and/ or Directors as appropriate.
Prepare and/ or review tenders with estimators assisting with understanding the client's requirements and offering value engineering.
Provide early cost advice to clients on variations, ensuring only authorised variations are undertaken.
Understand construction issues, offer advice on drawings and works and ensure projects have all current drawings/ up to date information to work from.
Identify commercial risks and provide appropriate solution/response.
Understand Company procurement and its impact on job cost/performance.
Undertake costs analysis working with Company buyers. Advise on procurement/cost control.
Value completed work, ensuring timely payments.
Understand importance of cash flow and timely payments, including retention payments.
Build strong relationships with client staff and Company production staff
The current Stafford Commercial team consists of 12: Commercial Manager, 2 Senior QS's, 1 Senior Estimator, 2 QS's, 2 Graduate QS's and 4 Trainee QS's. The team's workload is fast increasing due to the excellent growth of the business and therefore we need someone to come in and help the team out on a full-time basis
The ideal candidate will be a current Senior Quantity Surveyor or a Quantity Surveyor looking to progress, and they must be experienced in Groundworks.
Excellent salary and remuneration on offer to the successful candidate
Due to their continued growth and recent bid successes our client are recruiting for Building Surveyors to join our team in their head office based in the heart of Essex. The client is a well-established multi-disciplinary practice offering Building Surveying, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and Architecture services to a wide variety of clients. They employ over 70 people nationally and over 60 of which are based in their head office
The Role
They currently have a vacancy for a graduate building surveyor or trainee building surveyor to join their building surveying team that has a presence in every office. You will get to shadow senior / chartered building surveyors who will support and mentor you on your APC to get chartered. The company offer good career prospects and there are employees that have joined the company as graduates and are still there as senior members of the building surveying team having got chartered.
Job description
As a trainee Building Surveyor you will work on a wide range of projects and professional services in the education, residential and commercial sectors. The role would suit client-focussed, motivated individuals wishing to join a thriving firm. With the support and guidance of senior members of staff you will get the opportunity to develop skills in the following tasks
Principal tasks will be:
Design & Specification writing.
Tendering & Procurement.
Contract Administration and Project Management.
Feasibility Studies.
CDM/Principal Designer.
The Person Specification
You will have a building surveying degree or be completing the degree on a part time basis. Any knowledge or experience of design, specification and contract administration using JCT contracts would be highly desirable, but not essential. The role would suit candidates who have recently graduated or have up to a couple of years’ experience. This role will be subject to a DBS Enhanced check
Nov 09, 2020
Permanent
Due to their continued growth and recent bid successes our client are recruiting for Building Surveyors to join our team in their head office based in the heart of Essex. The client is a well-established multi-disciplinary practice offering Building Surveying, Project Management, Quantity Surveying and Architecture services to a wide variety of clients. They employ over 70 people nationally and over 60 of which are based in their head office
The Role
They currently have a vacancy for a graduate building surveyor or trainee building surveyor to join their building surveying team that has a presence in every office. You will get to shadow senior / chartered building surveyors who will support and mentor you on your APC to get chartered. The company offer good career prospects and there are employees that have joined the company as graduates and are still there as senior members of the building surveying team having got chartered.
Job description
As a trainee Building Surveyor you will work on a wide range of projects and professional services in the education, residential and commercial sectors. The role would suit client-focussed, motivated individuals wishing to join a thriving firm. With the support and guidance of senior members of staff you will get the opportunity to develop skills in the following tasks
Principal tasks will be:
Design & Specification writing.
Tendering & Procurement.
Contract Administration and Project Management.
Feasibility Studies.
CDM/Principal Designer.
The Person Specification
You will have a building surveying degree or be completing the degree on a part time basis. Any knowledge or experience of design, specification and contract administration using JCT contracts would be highly desirable, but not essential. The role would suit candidates who have recently graduated or have up to a couple of years’ experience. This role will be subject to a DBS Enhanced check
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
City of London
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Full Company Benefits
Job Ref: JR65963
Are you interested in building a career as a Quantity Surveyor in the specialist data centre sector within construction, whilst working for one of the most respected Project Management and Cost Consultancy practices who offer APC support and excellent career progression?
Our client, who are an established and globally recognised PM and Cost consultancy are currently actively recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their specialist data centre team to work on complex and challenging projects.
This is a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to progress their career in an exciting sector with a great consultancy that will proactively help you through APC and help you achieve MRICS status.
You will primarily be based in the head office in the City of London, but will have the opportunity to occasionally visit Denmark, Sweden, and Dublin for client visits.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities and Duties
The job of the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will involve the following:
Preparation of tenders, negotiation of contracts, managing of contactors
Cost Analysis of Projects, preparation of invoices
Purchasing of materials, general administration duties
Support and assist the Senior Quantity SurveyorAssistant Quantity Surveyor Requirements
The ideal Assistant Quantity Surveyor:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. Failing this, a HNC in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
UK working experience as a Graduate QS, Trainee QS, Assistant QS
Experience working on data centre projects would be a bonus, but is non-essential
Equally, experience working pre-contract will be viewed favourably, but is also non-essential
Ideally experience working for a PQS / consultancy, however an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a contractor background will also be considered
Must offer flexibility to visit Denmark, Sweden, and Dublin for occasional client visitsTo Apply:
To apply for the position of Assistant Quantity Surveyor, or to find out what other opportunities we can offer in the data centre construction sector, please call Joe on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to
Joe on
Services advertised by Project Resource are that of an Employment Agency/Business. Project Resource are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer
Nov 09, 2020
Permanent
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
City of London
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Full Company Benefits
Job Ref: JR65963
Are you interested in building a career as a Quantity Surveyor in the specialist data centre sector within construction, whilst working for one of the most respected Project Management and Cost Consultancy practices who offer APC support and excellent career progression?
Our client, who are an established and globally recognised PM and Cost consultancy are currently actively recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their specialist data centre team to work on complex and challenging projects.
This is a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to progress their career in an exciting sector with a great consultancy that will proactively help you through APC and help you achieve MRICS status.
You will primarily be based in the head office in the City of London, but will have the opportunity to occasionally visit Denmark, Sweden, and Dublin for client visits.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities and Duties
The job of the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will involve the following:
Preparation of tenders, negotiation of contracts, managing of contactors
Cost Analysis of Projects, preparation of invoices
Purchasing of materials, general administration duties
Support and assist the Senior Quantity SurveyorAssistant Quantity Surveyor Requirements
The ideal Assistant Quantity Surveyor:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. Failing this, a HNC in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
UK working experience as a Graduate QS, Trainee QS, Assistant QS
Experience working on data centre projects would be a bonus, but is non-essential
Equally, experience working pre-contract will be viewed favourably, but is also non-essential
Ideally experience working for a PQS / consultancy, however an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a contractor background will also be considered
Must offer flexibility to visit Denmark, Sweden, and Dublin for occasional client visitsTo Apply:
To apply for the position of Assistant Quantity Surveyor, or to find out what other opportunities we can offer in the data centre construction sector, please call Joe on (phone number removed) or email a copy of your CV to
Joe on
Services advertised by Project Resource are that of an Employment Agency/Business. Project Resource are an equality and diversity recruitment agent and employer
Job Title: Trainee (Apprentice) Quantity Surveyor / Graduate
Location: Dorset
Salary: Dependent of Experience
Start Date: ASAP
The company
Highfield Professional Solutions are working with a Quantity Surveying practice who are seeking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyors to support growth in workload. They provide a range of professional services and operate across a number of sectors including commercial developments, education, healthcare, residential developments, marine & coastal engineering and public works.
The position
You will be working underneath the direction and support of the Directors and Senior Surveyors. You will support senior staff both in the office and at site visits. You will assist in preparing tender documentation, contracts, valuations, post contract cost reports, cost estimates, cost advice and final accounts. Preparing bills of quantities will be a major part of the role..
Could this role be for you?
There are two roles available. One for a Trainee and one for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee - MUST be educated to A Level or equivalent
Graduate - MUST have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree or already be working towards one or be willing to complete an MSc via day release / Open University
A proactive nature
Willingness to learn
Committed to developing a career
Attention to detailWhy apply?
Paid Higher Education Fees to train as a Quantity Surveyor
They promote continued professional development of their team and will support academic studies as well as routes to professional qualification
Clear career progression
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects with maximum exposure
For further information or to apply please contact Zoe lane - (phone number removed)
Jun 23, 2020
Permanent
Job Title: Trainee (Apprentice) Quantity Surveyor / Graduate
Location: Dorset
Salary: Dependent of Experience
Start Date: ASAP
The company
Highfield Professional Solutions are working with a Quantity Surveying practice who are seeking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyors to support growth in workload. They provide a range of professional services and operate across a number of sectors including commercial developments, education, healthcare, residential developments, marine & coastal engineering and public works.
The position
You will be working underneath the direction and support of the Directors and Senior Surveyors. You will support senior staff both in the office and at site visits. You will assist in preparing tender documentation, contracts, valuations, post contract cost reports, cost estimates, cost advice and final accounts. Preparing bills of quantities will be a major part of the role..
Could this role be for you?
There are two roles available. One for a Trainee and one for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee - MUST be educated to A Level or equivalent
Graduate - MUST have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree or already be working towards one or be willing to complete an MSc via day release / Open University
A proactive nature
Willingness to learn
Committed to developing a career
Attention to detailWhy apply?
Paid Higher Education Fees to train as a Quantity Surveyor
They promote continued professional development of their team and will support academic studies as well as routes to professional qualification
Clear career progression
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects with maximum exposure
For further information or to apply please contact Zoe lane - (phone number removed)
Responsibilities
To ensure the full and proper implementation of the Company’s Procedures;
To generate/maintain relevant records, accurate filing and support for all commercial functions;
To ensure the prompt and regular submission of main contract payment applications and subsequent cash collection together with the preparation of sub-contractor payments;
To prepare draft sub-contracts to the level of responsibility delegated by the individual’s supervisor;
To monitor sub-contractor performance in consultation with senior staff;
To participate in pricing variations/design cost control/value engineering;
To participate in the recording of delays & preparation of any request for extensions of time;
To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts;
To attend meetings with other stakeholders (if so delegated to do);
To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis;
Supervision of work allocated to Trainee QS or Graduate QS staff;
To apply a neat and accurate approach in all day to day activities and to strive to enhance one’s own professional capability;
To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager;
Any other duties relevant to the role.
Knowledge skills & experience
Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable);
Holding a relevant CSCS card (desirable);
Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint;
Able to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path;
Understanding of H&S issues at work;
Awareness of dispute resolution procedures;
Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately;
Understanding of the inter-relationship between bills, specifications and drawings;
Understanding the importance of Company Procedures;
Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of sub contract terms and conditions;
Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms;
Able to work effectively as part of a multi disciplined team;
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people;
To have achieved a level of competence in at least 8 of the 12 key tasks;
To show ability in 7 of the 10 skills/attributes;
Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions;
Experience of managing low risk sub contractors;
Experience of processing subcontract payments;
Understanding of the construction industry (Building or Civils);
Basic knowledge of different industry contracts;
Basic understanding of risk in construction process;
Basic understanding of the relevance of the construction programme.
Person
Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint;
Working towards professional accredidations e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES;
Holding a relevant CSCS card;
Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions;
Experience of managing low risk sub contractors;
Experience of processing subcontract payments;
Understanding of the construction industry (Building or Civils);
Basic knowledge of different industry contracts;
Basic understanding of risk in construction process;
Basic understanding of the relevance of the construction programme.
Jan 07, 2020
Full time
Responsibilities
To ensure the full and proper implementation of the Company’s Procedures;
To generate/maintain relevant records, accurate filing and support for all commercial functions;
To ensure the prompt and regular submission of main contract payment applications and subsequent cash collection together with the preparation of sub-contractor payments;
To prepare draft sub-contracts to the level of responsibility delegated by the individual’s supervisor;
To monitor sub-contractor performance in consultation with senior staff;
To participate in pricing variations/design cost control/value engineering;
To participate in the recording of delays & preparation of any request for extensions of time;
To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts;
To attend meetings with other stakeholders (if so delegated to do);
To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis;
Supervision of work allocated to Trainee QS or Graduate QS staff;
To apply a neat and accurate approach in all day to day activities and to strive to enhance one’s own professional capability;
To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager;
Any other duties relevant to the role.
Knowledge skills & experience
Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable);
Holding a relevant CSCS card (desirable);
Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint;
Able to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path;
Understanding of H&S issues at work;
Awareness of dispute resolution procedures;
Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately;
Understanding of the inter-relationship between bills, specifications and drawings;
Understanding the importance of Company Procedures;
Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of sub contract terms and conditions;
Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms;
Able to work effectively as part of a multi disciplined team;
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people;
To have achieved a level of competence in at least 8 of the 12 key tasks;
To show ability in 7 of the 10 skills/attributes;
Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions;
Experience of managing low risk sub contractors;
Experience of processing subcontract payments;
Understanding of the construction industry (Building or Civils);
Basic knowledge of different industry contracts;
Basic understanding of risk in construction process;
Basic understanding of the relevance of the construction programme.
Person
Proficient in use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint;
Working towards professional accredidations e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES;
Holding a relevant CSCS card;
Experience of working on a live project, undertaking measurement and valuation functions;
Experience of managing low risk sub contractors;
Experience of processing subcontract payments;
Understanding of the construction industry (Building or Civils);
Basic knowledge of different industry contracts;
Basic understanding of risk in construction process;
Basic understanding of the relevance of the construction programme.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
Assistant Quantity Surveyor required to work for a multi award winning practice based in Leeds. My client are specialists within the steel structures sector, they are involved with the design, supply, manufacturing and installation of complex steel structures. Due to the company's success, they have a position for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work alongside their experienced team of experts based in Leeds.
The ideal Assistant Quantity Surveyor will hold a degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying (or similar). It would be advantageous if the Quantity Surveyor has working knowledge within the steel structures sector. The most suitable Quantity Surveyor will be working closely alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor who will help you progress within the company as you learn new skills within the industry.
This opportunity would suit a Trainee, Junior or Assistant Quantity Surveyor who has gained 1-2 years post graduate experience.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
* Preparing tender and contract documents this will include bills of quantities.
* Abide by the company's regulations and health and safety procedure.
* Work closely alongside the Senior QS
* Assist with the management of projects
* Work on complex steel projects.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
* Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying (or similar)
* Live close to the Leeds area
* Preferably working knowledge of steel structures
* 1-2 years post graduate experience
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
* £18,000 - £28,000 (D.O.E)
* 28 days' holiday
* Pension
* Other company benefits
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Bennett and Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Jan 22, 2017
Assistant Quantity Surveyor required to work for a multi award winning practice based in Leeds. My client are specialists within the steel structures sector, they are involved with the design, supply, manufacturing and installation of complex steel structures. Due to the company's success, they have a position for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work alongside their experienced team of experts based in Leeds.
The ideal Assistant Quantity Surveyor will hold a degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying (or similar). It would be advantageous if the Quantity Surveyor has working knowledge within the steel structures sector. The most suitable Quantity Surveyor will be working closely alongside the Senior Quantity Surveyor who will help you progress within the company as you learn new skills within the industry.
This opportunity would suit a Trainee, Junior or Assistant Quantity Surveyor who has gained 1-2 years post graduate experience.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Overview
* Preparing tender and contract documents this will include bills of quantities.
* Abide by the company's regulations and health and safety procedure.
* Work closely alongside the Senior QS
* Assist with the management of projects
* Work on complex steel projects.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements
* Degree or similar in Quantity Surveying (or similar)
* Live close to the Leeds area
* Preferably working knowledge of steel structures
* 1-2 years post graduate experience
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration
* £18,000 - £28,000 (D.O.E)
* 28 days' holiday
* Pension
* Other company benefits
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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a current student studying the BSc in Quantity Surveying, looking to work at the same time or you have recently graduated in the subject. You will be working for a market leading build contractor that has an outstanding reputation in South Wales. They offer the very best in training, career progression, job diversity, as well as long term stability. To be successful in the position of trainee quantity surveyor it is required you are skilled and experienced in the following areas:
-essential you are currently studying BSc Quantity Surveying, in any year of the course or you have recently graduated in the subject
-you have a keen interest to join the build sector.
-you have a self motivated attitude to continually learn and have the ability to pick up new skills quickly
-would be client facing
-ideally you can drive
If you are a current student studying Quantity Surveying or recently graduated and you are looking to join the build sectors, then please don't hesitate in forwarding an up to date CV at your earliest convenience.
#weareBRG
Disclaimer: This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Barker Ross Recruitment only operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently a resident and eligible to work in the UK.
Whilst we endeavour to contact you following your response due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification within 7 days unfortunately your application has not been successful but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Barker Ross Group who is acting as a recruitment agency
Jan 22, 2017
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a current student studying the BSc in Quantity Surveying, looking to work at the same time or you have recently graduated in the subject. You will be working for a market leading build contractor that has an outstanding reputation in South Wales. They offer the very best in training, career progression, job diversity, as well as long term stability. To be successful in the position of trainee quantity surveyor it is required you are skilled and experienced in the following areas:
-essential you are currently studying BSc Quantity Surveying, in any year of the course or you have recently graduated in the subject
-you have a keen interest to join the build sector.
-you have a self motivated attitude to continually learn and have the ability to pick up new skills quickly
-would be client facing
-ideally you can drive
If you are a current student studying Quantity Surveying or recently graduated and you are looking to join the build sectors, then please don't hesitate in forwarding an up to date CV at your earliest convenience.
#weareBRG
Disclaimer: This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Barker Ross Recruitment only operates in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently a resident and eligible to work in the UK.
Whilst we endeavour to contact you following your response due to the high volume of applications this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification within 7 days unfortunately your application has not been successful but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Barker Ross Group who is acting as a recruitment agency
Rock Paper Scissor Recruitment Limited
Great Houghton, Northampton NN4, UK
RPS Recruitment ltd are recruiting for a Demolition Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for our established client in the Northampton area.
Due to their expansion and the ever growing current workload they are looking to recruit either a graduate/trainee assistant estimator or possibly an experienced estimator within the demolition fields/sector.
• They will be responsible to report to the Managing Director prior to tender submissions.
• Produce enquiry/documentation schedules
• Attend Project Visits/Site Meetings nationwide
• Prepare sub-contractor packages/prices for sub-contract works
• Evaluate returns/quotations from suppliers/sub-contractors
• Prepare bill of quantities and schedules for tender projects/estimating programs
• Prepare commercial documents/tender submission packs.
• Ensure tenders are submitted completely and accurately within time scales provided
• Maintain/update appropriate sub-contractors to suit area of work.
Requirements/Qualifications
• HND in Civil Engineering or Construction
• Holding relative H&S touch Screen Certificates/CSCS or CCDO cards would be advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Professional attitude with confidence liaising with clients/sub-contractors
• Excellent English and Written Skills including negotiation.
• The ability to read and interrupt various activities with regards to tenders and the specific job descriptions in order to assist pricing.
• The ability to work in an office work environment and site.
• To work within a highly experienced established team and perform well under pressure.
• Must hold a Full valid UK Driving Licence
• Must be fully computer literate and have various I.T knowledge above with dealing with E-tendering/PDFs/Excel/Word Processing/Outlook Systems/Gant charts including mobile platforms i.e. Ipads, Touch screen devices.
Please call (Apply online only) for further information or submit your CV
Jan 22, 2017
RPS Recruitment ltd are recruiting for a Demolition Estimator/Quantity Surveyor for our established client in the Northampton area.
Due to their expansion and the ever growing current workload they are looking to recruit either a graduate/trainee assistant estimator or possibly an experienced estimator within the demolition fields/sector.
• They will be responsible to report to the Managing Director prior to tender submissions.
• Produce enquiry/documentation schedules
• Attend Project Visits/Site Meetings nationwide
• Prepare sub-contractor packages/prices for sub-contract works
• Evaluate returns/quotations from suppliers/sub-contractors
• Prepare bill of quantities and schedules for tender projects/estimating programs
• Prepare commercial documents/tender submission packs.
• Ensure tenders are submitted completely and accurately within time scales provided
• Maintain/update appropriate sub-contractors to suit area of work.
Requirements/Qualifications
• HND in Civil Engineering or Construction
• Holding relative H&S touch Screen Certificates/CSCS or CCDO cards would be advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Professional attitude with confidence liaising with clients/sub-contractors
• Excellent English and Written Skills including negotiation.
• The ability to read and interrupt various activities with regards to tenders and the specific job descriptions in order to assist pricing.
• The ability to work in an office work environment and site.
• To work within a highly experienced established team and perform well under pressure.
• Must hold a Full valid UK Driving Licence
• Must be fully computer literate and have various I.T knowledge above with dealing with E-tendering/PDFs/Excel/Word Processing/Outlook Systems/Gant charts including mobile platforms i.e. Ipads, Touch screen devices.
Please call (Apply online only) for further information or submit your CV
Assistant QS Required by National Contractor due to continued growth and an increase in workload.
Duties:
The successful candidate will support the QS / Senior QS with commercial administration and management of live projects or projects at pre-construction phase
• Assisting with the preparation and administration of monthly applications and valuations
• Procuring and valuing sub-contractors accounts in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors
• Ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored
• Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
• Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phase
• Assisting the development and training of trainee surveyors
The Candidate
Ideally candidates will have post-graduate Quantity Surveying Experience but there is also the possibility to attend college or further education (where offered or applicable)
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Good level of numeracy
• IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Word etc.
• Excellent organisational skills.
Benefits
On offer is a very attractive remuneration package including salary, car or car allowance, bonus and pension. The company also are keen to attract and retain the best possible candidate and do this by offering ongoing training, support and opportunities for career progression.
If you wish to be considered for this opportunity please click ‘apply’ or contact Ben Brass on (Apply online only) for a Confidential Discussion
Jan 22, 2017
Assistant QS Required by National Contractor due to continued growth and an increase in workload.
Duties:
The successful candidate will support the QS / Senior QS with commercial administration and management of live projects or projects at pre-construction phase
• Assisting with the preparation and administration of monthly applications and valuations
• Procuring and valuing sub-contractors accounts in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors
• Ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored
• Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
• Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phase
• Assisting the development and training of trainee surveyors
The Candidate
Ideally candidates will have post-graduate Quantity Surveying Experience but there is also the possibility to attend college or further education (where offered or applicable)
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Good level of numeracy
• IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Word etc.
• Excellent organisational skills.
Benefits
On offer is a very attractive remuneration package including salary, car or car allowance, bonus and pension. The company also are keen to attract and retain the best possible candidate and do this by offering ongoing training, support and opportunities for career progression.
If you wish to be considered for this opportunity please click ‘apply’ or contact Ben Brass on (Apply online only) for a Confidential Discussion