Quantity Surveyor

Position – Quantity Surveyor - Construction Location – Medway, Kent Salary - £50k to £60k (may go higher depending on experience) Brief Overview This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a fantastic carpentry / joinery contractor with projects in and around London & the Home Counties. About our Client Our client specialises in new build developments and commercial projects across the UK. They have a great reputation within the sector and are now looking to add an experienced QS to their team. Their projects range in value from £100k - £1m and due to exciting growth plans they are looking to source an experienced QS to join the team. About the Role * Preparing and agreeing valuations with clients and ensuring payments are received in accordance with subcontract agreements. * Preparing accurate take off of material quantities from drawings building up Bills of Quants, measures & re-measures. * Follow procedures to ensure proper allocation of job cost. * Pricing of contract variations. * Preparing subcontractor payment certificates, calculation and allocation of subcontractor payments and updating spreadsheets accordingly. * Assist in the control of supply chain ensuring full visibility of liabilities. * Issue of subcontract enquiries, comparison of quotes, undertake negotiations and placing of comprehensive orders. * Contribute to the formulation of monthly financial reports. * Cash flow forecasting across all contracts to project company turnover. * Liaising with estimating, design, purchasing and contracts teams to ensure any changes and potential cost overspends are identified as soon as practicable, ensuring costs are recovered and future overspends avoided wherever possible. * Working with the Commercial manager to provide cost control and reporting on individual contracts, as well as overview and cost management of all contracts * General administration duties as required. About the Candidate * Confident personality with the ability to communicate across all disciplines and at all levels within the organisation. * 3+ years’ experience as a quantity surveyor * A Quantity Surveyor from any construction background will be considered. * Pro-active, flexible approach with an ability to work to deadlines. * Must be driven and want to grow with the company Points of Appeal Great company to work for Progression within the company Interesting projects