Project QS – Social Housing Contractor –

Want to work for a modern, forward thinking company who are trying to stand out from the crowd? Passionate and motivated Project Quantity Surveyor required by quirky contractor in Central London.

My client who is on an exciting growth journey and look to continue this trend with more projects and a strong project portfolio within their divisions and they are seeking a like-minded individual who shares the same values as they do.
They love what they do and most of their work is based on referrals. They are an asset and energy support services group, focused on customers and their communities. They make a difference to people’s lives by constructing, improving, maintaining and providing services to homes, schools and public buildings.

As they operate across a wide spectrum of projects they are keen to hear from commercially aware and contractually sound Project Quantity Surveyors.

Candidate: You will come from a strong contracting background (mainstream, residential or fit-out, refurb) and will be able to manage a long running residential refurb project. Ideally 3 – 4 years  experience working for a social housing contractor, working on internals and externals with projects of value between £5m – £10m. Candidates need to have a strong NEC contract background.
As the company are ambitiously growing the opportunities will be endless for the right individuals. The company are committed to making their business a great place to work. If you are looking to join a company who are not only dedicated to developing their team, who have created a sound and vibrant working culture, enjoy social nights out and most importantly are focused on delivering excellent projects and working with high profile clients, then please call me to discuss this unique opportunity in confidence.

Purpose of the role/role overview: 

• Control and financial management of simultaneous contracts with a value of up to £8m, including ensuring costs are kept to a minimum, value recovery is maximised, and the company is not exposed to undue financial risk, whilst ensuring all works are to the Clients requirements and in line with Company procedures and objectives

General duties/Key responsibilties: 

• Liaise and work closely with the projects Contracts Manager and Site Manager on all aspects of the project
• Assist the Contracts Manager and Site Manager on legal and financial aspects to reduce the Company’s exposure to risk.
• To audit the contract documents and bring any discrepancies to the attention of the Senior Contracts Manager / Contracts Manager.
• Produce an accurate cash flow forecast based on the project programme and update as work proceeds.
• Produce a detailed cost plan / buying schedule for the each project.
• To prepare a detailed preliminaries expenditure schedule for discussion and agreement with the Contracts Manager and Site Manager.
• To identify the most appropriate work packages and sub-contractors and agree same with Contract and Site Management.
• Ensure subcontract orders are placed in line with projects financial targets, the programme and/or procurement schedule. Ensure adequate quotations are available for comparison giving due regard to value and programme. Ensure a comprehensive analysis is undertaken on all quotations to take into account omissions and qualifications.

• Reporting to: Managing QS
• Key relationships: General Manager, Managing Surveyor, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Project Surveyor, Operations Manager, Clients, Suppliers/ Supply Chain
• Closing date: 31 March 2016