Quantity Surveyor

Company Info

Our Clients are specialists in fully supported hard metal roofing, facades, cladding systems, and flat roofing for all types of projects. With a team that has years of experience in the industry, from the creative concept designers to the craftsmen that fit the structures.

Their vast knowledge of the characteristics of hard metals allows them to work closely with their suppliers, obtaining the highest quality, state of the art products and giving the customer a greater choice in a competitive market.

Catering for all types of build, both commercial and residential, from complex to simple structures, they have a formidable track record, producing bespoke projects throughout the UK, Europe and around the world.

Job Purpose

 Our clients are seeking to employ professionals within this specialised industry, to carry out duties on a varying size of projects. The duties will be a balanced level of both site and office-based works.  

Our clients offer a competitive salary to the right person who would join their highly professional team and continue to build on our client’s reputation for quality, excellence and craftsmanship within the metal roofing and cladding industry.

The principal function of this position to undertake Quantity Surveying duties as part of a team on multiple projects in collaboration with the Operations teams, Clients, and other stakeholders with the primary aim to help manage commercial functions including general & key correspondence, project costs and monthly billing.

Position summary

Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to:

• Leading surveying team, organising AFP’s etc.
• Cost reporting and regular reporting of accurate reconciliations and forecasting
• Keeping track of monthly application figures and ensuring relevant departments are aware of potential budgets, financial constraints etc.  
• Reviewing labour schedules and comparing to progress on site
• Pricing variations and changes in line with subcontract parameters 
• Reviewing drawings and comparing construction drawings to tender drawings, keeping note of any changes
• Develop and foster collaborative working relationships with Client, Client Representatives and Supply Chain.
• Checking site progress (visit site), record progress and transfer onto monthly payment applications whilst recording/actioning any changes to agreed contract scope
• Managing several sub-contracts and contractors
• An in-depth general understanding of various construction sub-contracts (e.g. JCT Design and Build, NEC3 etc.)
• Compiling sub-subcontract orders including enquiry and pricing documentation. General subcontract procurement
• Timely submissions in accordance with Contract requirements to maximise profit and cash flow.
• Identifying risks and making recommendations as to how risk can be overcome.
• Be aware of contractual matters to protect the Company’s position at all times.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualification needed (2:1 or above)
• Candidate must be highly organised and keep chronological records of site progress and use information when submitting payment applications
• Good and clear communication skills
• Excellent organisational and administration skills.
• Good numeracy skills.
• Good ICT skills, especially Excel, Outlook and Word.
• CSCS card ideal but not a necessity
• Full driving licence required