Quantity Surveyor

Objective Alu-Fix UK LTD is one of the leading UK-based installers of architectural glazing, curtain walling and cladding construction systems. Alu-fix UK Ltd are currently recruiting to fill the role of Quantity Surveyor to support our growing commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a healthy forward order portfolio together with a sustainable growth plan in place. Reports to Commercial Manager Key responsibilities Pre-Contract * Document Management and Control. * Take off quantities for tendering / cost plan purposes, budget control and pre-agreement of accounts. Assist Commercial Bid Team in tender preparations. * Identify MOM errors / inconsistencies / opportunities / alternatives and risks. * Assist Estimating department and other pre-contract duties as required from time to time. Post Contract * Document Management and Control. * The appointment of Subcontractors on designated subcontract conditions. * Manage subcontractor accounts including measured works, variations, contra-charging and giving the required notices when applicable (payless, defects etc.). * Maintain accurate records to assist in preparation of valuations, cost value reconciliation sheets, additional works and alleged defects or issues. Undertaking cost investigations as required. * Measurement of completed works and maintain an accurate record of same. Identification and measurement of variations. * Identification of added value opportunities within measurement and contract conditions. Preparation and submission of contractual correspondence / notices in accordance with the prescribed conditions of contract. Correspondences and notices to be submitted under the prescribed company pro-forma documents. * Maintain a record of all additional work and ensure adequate records are maintained to ensure full commercial recovery is achieved in line with the relevant Contract Conditions. * Monitoring of monthly cash flow in comparison to budgeted cash flow. Measurement of Project Interim and Final Accounts. Attend and give financial reports at internal meetings. * Provide Team Leader with monthly cost/valuation (CVR) information for costing purposes within the specified time scales. * Carryout weekly / biweekly labour CVR. Based on outputs achieved against budget and cost. * Other duties as may be required from time to time depending on the needs of the business. Person Specification * Third level qualification in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification or experience. * Working experience of conditions of contract (JCT, NEC & bespoke arrangements). Working experience of cost capture and the ability to identify issues at an early stage. * Knowledge of labour, plant and material resources including rates and outputs. * Working experience in reading and understanding technical drawings and specifications together with producing take-offs / BOQ’s. * Ability to work to strict deadlines in compliance with relevant conditions of contract, tendering requirements and company policy. Ability to take ownership of the role responsibilities and a willingness to grow within the commercial team and company. * Working experience with Microsoft Office suite. * Occasional travel to site throughout UK will be required. Company Benefits: Pension Scheme, 29 days annual leave, Continuing professional development