MMP Consultancy currently has an opportunity for a Property Surveyor to join a housing association. My client is looking for a Property Surveyor. This role is FULLY REMOTE Covering an area which includes East London, Chelmsford and Colchester This position is paying 50,209.69 + Benefits (inc Car Allowance) Job Purpose: The role is responsible for leading and managing the delivery of property investment, service & inspection and repairs services to parts of the property portfolio, approx. 20-40 locations. Working with housing/care operations you will ensure timely delivery of services, and ensure all properties are kept in a good condition within property strategy targets. You will ensure compliance with commercial and contract management arrangements, ensuring the contractual obligations are met. Manage project performance and working with the quantity surveying team ensure robust financial forecasting, processing of valuations and contract instructions. To be responsible for identifying cost saving through collaboration with contractor and quantity surveying team. The role will require strong interaction with housing/care operations teams to ensure works run smoothly and meets the needs of the business. Key Accountabilities: Freedom to act: This is an important role within Property which ensures maintenance of good quality homes through individual ownership of each location. The role has latitude within budgetary restrictions and portfolio strategy requirements to prioritise activity and spend to achieve these targets. As well as day to day activity, this role will have to respond quickly and effectively to ad hoc requests from the business, which may be complex, urgent, and business critical. The role will require effective engagement with colleagues in Housing and Care operations Nature of impact: The role will work with others to effectively deliver repairs, investment and service & inspection activities to individual locations. Collaboratively with quantity surveying team, contractors and colleagues. Key Tasks: Delivery of all property activities to a portfolio of properties To undertake regular inspections such as Stock Condition surveys, MOT surveys and Asbestos reinspection's Working within the management arrangements ensure repairs and planned works are necessary and delivered in the most cost effective manner. To analyse performance of properties to recommend future investment, and repair planning for you portfolio.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
MMP Consultancy currently has an opportunity for a Property Surveyor to join a housing association. My client is looking for a Property Surveyor. This role is FULLY REMOTE Covering an area which includes East London, Chelmsford and Colchester This position is paying 50,209.69 + Benefits (inc Car Allowance) Job Purpose: The role is responsible for leading and managing the delivery of property investment, service & inspection and repairs services to parts of the property portfolio, approx. 20-40 locations. Working with housing/care operations you will ensure timely delivery of services, and ensure all properties are kept in a good condition within property strategy targets. You will ensure compliance with commercial and contract management arrangements, ensuring the contractual obligations are met. Manage project performance and working with the quantity surveying team ensure robust financial forecasting, processing of valuations and contract instructions. To be responsible for identifying cost saving through collaboration with contractor and quantity surveying team. The role will require strong interaction with housing/care operations teams to ensure works run smoothly and meets the needs of the business. Key Accountabilities: Freedom to act: This is an important role within Property which ensures maintenance of good quality homes through individual ownership of each location. The role has latitude within budgetary restrictions and portfolio strategy requirements to prioritise activity and spend to achieve these targets. As well as day to day activity, this role will have to respond quickly and effectively to ad hoc requests from the business, which may be complex, urgent, and business critical. The role will require effective engagement with colleagues in Housing and Care operations Nature of impact: The role will work with others to effectively deliver repairs, investment and service & inspection activities to individual locations. Collaboratively with quantity surveying team, contractors and colleagues. Key Tasks: Delivery of all property activities to a portfolio of properties To undertake regular inspections such as Stock Condition surveys, MOT surveys and Asbestos reinspection's Working within the management arrangements ensure repairs and planned works are necessary and delivered in the most cost effective manner. To analyse performance of properties to recommend future investment, and repair planning for you portfolio.
Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire 55K + package Repairs & Maintenance Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Bedfordshire area that are looking for a brand new Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved. You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required. The Role: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following; Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors Set up job files and all necessary records Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries Assess and cost variations to contract Update and maintain records Assist with contract valuations Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes: Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side) Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts. Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline. Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation. If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire 55K + package Repairs & Maintenance Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Bedfordshire area that are looking for a brand new Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved. You will play a key role in budget management. You will be reviewing applications for payments, as well as creation of weekly and monthly reports for the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director as required. The Role: Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following; Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors Set up job files and all necessary records Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries Assess and cost variations to contract Update and maintain records Assist with contract valuations Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes: Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side) Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts. Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline. Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation. If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.
Senior Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire 70K + package Repairs & Maintenance Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Bedfordshire area that are looking for a brand new Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved. The Role: Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following; Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyor's Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors Set up job files and all necessary records Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries Assess and cost variations to contract Update and maintain records Assist with contract valuations Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes: Experience of managing QS's Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side) Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts. Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline. Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation. If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Bedfordshire 70K + package Repairs & Maintenance Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a leading Social Housing Contractor in the Bedfordshire area that are looking for a brand new Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You will be carrying out tasks such as being responsible for individual contractor accounts and regular reports and analysis. You will also provide commercial insight and support to ensure financial efficiency is achieved. The Role: Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following; Oversee a team of Quantity Surveyor's Prepare and dispatch tender packages to subcontractors Set up job files and all necessary records Collate subcontractor tenders and in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award subcontracts In conjunction with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, check and approve subcontractor claims for payment Liaise with subcontractors to resolve queries Assess and cost variations to contract Update and maintain records Assist with contract valuations Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations To be successful in the role you will possess the following skills and attributes: Experience of managing QS's Experience in working in a repairs quantity surveying / commercial environment Experience of working in a social housing / housing maintenance environment (either client or contractor side) Understanding of NHF and other bespoke schedule of rate based contracts. Good planning, budgeting, organising and prioritisation skills. Experience of keeping sound business records Strong report writing skills and able to interpret financial and other systems data. A good standard of written business English and a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Able to build and sustain working relationships with different departments to achieve goals Ability to work in a fast paced work environment and manage multiple activities and priorities to a deadline. Willingness to take on new responsibilities and a desire to develop new skills to progress within the organisation. If this sounds like a role that suits your profile, then feel free to get in touch.
Surveyor - Kirklees Salary: £22.98 per hour Full Time Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00 Role Purpose: As a proactive Surveyor the post holder will support the Team Leader and deliver the operational duties of their service/business area. The post holder will work with colleagues across the organisation in line with KNH s core behaviours and values and contribute to the delivery of the organisation s purpose, vision and objectives, ensuring positive outcomes for the business and KNH customers. A key component of the role will be to directly contribute to delivering high performance and continuous improvement within the service/business area in line with Service Plans, Medium Term Financial Plan, the joint Delivery Plan and the key objectives to deliver a customer focused service. The post holder will provide technical expertise on all aspects of building maintenance and surveying, including preparation of detailed specifications, planning and monitoring work, and contribute towards the Asset Management Plan. There are a number of areas within the Surveying function, including Mechanical, Electrical, Specialist Services, Quantity Surveying, and Estimating. Surveyors will work within a particular function, and will be required to deputise for their line manager and other Surveyors across the Directorate as required. Key Responsibilities: Carry out stock condition surveys, and contribute to the development of the Asset Management Plan and Investment Strategy. Carry out Professional Estimating and Quantity Surveying functions for a range of contractual agreements from initial receipt of the contract documentation to the submission and agreement of the final accounts. Provide specialist expertise on domestic gas heating and / or electrical services and project management of rewiring programmes, other electrical schemes, gas servicing contracts, maintenance contracts, planned maintenance and commercial heating. Provide specialist advice in relation to damp, timber infestations and structural defects and manage specialist works that are carried out in relation to this. Deliver all operational aspects of your relevant service/business area. Work collaboratively with your Team Leader and other Surveyors to monitor, analyse and deliver improvements across all relevant performance indicator areas in order to increase customer satisfaction. Prepare professional and clearly written communications to colleagues, partners and customers. Participate in team service reviews and service planning as required and ensure any arising individual actions are implemented. Be a proactive and supportive team player and actively assist others to adapt and cope with change. We offer: 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Casey Adams on (phone number removed) or via email (url removed)
Apr 24, 2024
Contract
Surveyor - Kirklees Salary: £22.98 per hour Full Time Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00 Role Purpose: As a proactive Surveyor the post holder will support the Team Leader and deliver the operational duties of their service/business area. The post holder will work with colleagues across the organisation in line with KNH s core behaviours and values and contribute to the delivery of the organisation s purpose, vision and objectives, ensuring positive outcomes for the business and KNH customers. A key component of the role will be to directly contribute to delivering high performance and continuous improvement within the service/business area in line with Service Plans, Medium Term Financial Plan, the joint Delivery Plan and the key objectives to deliver a customer focused service. The post holder will provide technical expertise on all aspects of building maintenance and surveying, including preparation of detailed specifications, planning and monitoring work, and contribute towards the Asset Management Plan. There are a number of areas within the Surveying function, including Mechanical, Electrical, Specialist Services, Quantity Surveying, and Estimating. Surveyors will work within a particular function, and will be required to deputise for their line manager and other Surveyors across the Directorate as required. Key Responsibilities: Carry out stock condition surveys, and contribute to the development of the Asset Management Plan and Investment Strategy. Carry out Professional Estimating and Quantity Surveying functions for a range of contractual agreements from initial receipt of the contract documentation to the submission and agreement of the final accounts. Provide specialist expertise on domestic gas heating and / or electrical services and project management of rewiring programmes, other electrical schemes, gas servicing contracts, maintenance contracts, planned maintenance and commercial heating. Provide specialist advice in relation to damp, timber infestations and structural defects and manage specialist works that are carried out in relation to this. Deliver all operational aspects of your relevant service/business area. Work collaboratively with your Team Leader and other Surveyors to monitor, analyse and deliver improvements across all relevant performance indicator areas in order to increase customer satisfaction. Prepare professional and clearly written communications to colleagues, partners and customers. Participate in team service reviews and service planning as required and ensure any arising individual actions are implemented. Be a proactive and supportive team player and actively assist others to adapt and cope with change. We offer: 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Casey Adams on (phone number removed) or via email (url removed)
Principal Commercial Manager circa 70k + Car Allowance + Medical + Bonus Remote with National Travel and a Wiltshire base A unique opportunity for an experienced Principal Commercial Manager to make this newly created role a success. This is such an exciting opportunity, working for one of the largest FM service providers, managing the commercial aspects of Hard FM on a large portfolio of critical UK Government estates. The role will see you driving commerciality of the Hard FM contract, ensuring all projects, planned and reactive maintenance are in line with contracts, completed in line with contractual milestones and that all final accounts are closed on target. As this role relies heavily on face-to-face customer interaction you will be visiting the main site in Wiltshire at least once a week and will have 2-3 days on the road to other sites. You will focus on change management, adhering to contract, identifying works outside of scope and agreeing additional works to circa 100k. You will have a Quantity Surveyor to support with pricing, and will maximise financial performance, profitability and increasing revenue. Role & Responsibilities Leading and taking ownership all commercial matters for this multi-million-pound contract, including all aspects of contracting (monitoring compliance, additional works and contract changes) Working closely with the operational contract delivery team, working together to ensure financial and operational performance. Commercial delivery of the Billable Works programmes, driving Supply Chain performance, Tender Management for Billable Works. Leading effective change management, providing sound commercial guidance to all stakeholders and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. Attending meetings where you will provide reports and updates on all commercial matters will be essential and frequent. Candidate Profile Experience as a Principal Commercial Manager or similar with the ability to offer a standalone commercial function based on experience and knowledge gained elsewhere. Solid understanding of pricing and cost modelling, risk analysis and management, dispute resolution and commercial processes. Demonstrable experience with client engagement, with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships and a collaborative working environment Ability to motivate through clear and effective direction, delegation, decision making and strive for excellence. Experience from a Facilities Management, Construction, Property Maintenance or similar environment would be ideal but not essential. Experience of working with Government or Local Authority clients would be an advantage in this position. Due to the nature of the position candidate must be a British national with no criminal/activist background and no work history outside of the UK A Corporate legal background or qualifications would be an advantage, but not essential Benefits Summary; Salary of circa 70,000 plus benefits (car allowance, medical for self and partner, 6% matched pension and bonus)
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Principal Commercial Manager circa 70k + Car Allowance + Medical + Bonus Remote with National Travel and a Wiltshire base A unique opportunity for an experienced Principal Commercial Manager to make this newly created role a success. This is such an exciting opportunity, working for one of the largest FM service providers, managing the commercial aspects of Hard FM on a large portfolio of critical UK Government estates. The role will see you driving commerciality of the Hard FM contract, ensuring all projects, planned and reactive maintenance are in line with contracts, completed in line with contractual milestones and that all final accounts are closed on target. As this role relies heavily on face-to-face customer interaction you will be visiting the main site in Wiltshire at least once a week and will have 2-3 days on the road to other sites. You will focus on change management, adhering to contract, identifying works outside of scope and agreeing additional works to circa 100k. You will have a Quantity Surveyor to support with pricing, and will maximise financial performance, profitability and increasing revenue. Role & Responsibilities Leading and taking ownership all commercial matters for this multi-million-pound contract, including all aspects of contracting (monitoring compliance, additional works and contract changes) Working closely with the operational contract delivery team, working together to ensure financial and operational performance. Commercial delivery of the Billable Works programmes, driving Supply Chain performance, Tender Management for Billable Works. Leading effective change management, providing sound commercial guidance to all stakeholders and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. Attending meetings where you will provide reports and updates on all commercial matters will be essential and frequent. Candidate Profile Experience as a Principal Commercial Manager or similar with the ability to offer a standalone commercial function based on experience and knowledge gained elsewhere. Solid understanding of pricing and cost modelling, risk analysis and management, dispute resolution and commercial processes. Demonstrable experience with client engagement, with the ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships and a collaborative working environment Ability to motivate through clear and effective direction, delegation, decision making and strive for excellence. Experience from a Facilities Management, Construction, Property Maintenance or similar environment would be ideal but not essential. Experience of working with Government or Local Authority clients would be an advantage in this position. Due to the nature of the position candidate must be a British national with no criminal/activist background and no work history outside of the UK A Corporate legal background or qualifications would be an advantage, but not essential Benefits Summary; Salary of circa 70,000 plus benefits (car allowance, medical for self and partner, 6% matched pension and bonus)
Looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Property Services contractor based in Barnet on a Permanent basis carrying out Planned Maintenance works Offering a competitive salary + car allowance, 26 days holiday& bank holidays and more Responsibilities: Control financial aspects of the contract including: 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/Head of Division. Produce an accurate cash flow forecast based on the project programme and update as work proceeds. Produce a detailed cost plan / buying schedule for each project. To prepare a detailed preliminaries expenditure schedule for discussion and agreement with the Contracts Manager and Site Manager. Ensure subcontract orders are placed in line with projects financial targets, the programme and/or procurement schedule If you would like to know more about this role please call Martha on (phone number removed), or apply below Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Apr 24, 2024
Full time
Looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Property Services contractor based in Barnet on a Permanent basis carrying out Planned Maintenance works Offering a competitive salary + car allowance, 26 days holiday& bank holidays and more Responsibilities: Control financial aspects of the contract including: 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/Head of Division. Produce an accurate cash flow forecast based on the project programme and update as work proceeds. Produce a detailed cost plan / buying schedule for each project. To prepare a detailed preliminaries expenditure schedule for discussion and agreement with the Contracts Manager and Site Manager. Ensure subcontract orders are placed in line with projects financial targets, the programme and/or procurement schedule If you would like to know more about this role please call Martha on (phone number removed), or apply below Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing - Planned Maintenance / internals, externals and refurbs
Based in South Yorkshire
Full-Time, Permanent position
Salary: £50K - £60K + Benefits
Here at Howells, we are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit an experienced and successful Quantity Surveyor to join their team in South Yorkshire to deliver a planned works contract. The scope of works includes; refurbs, externals and internals.
We are looking for a proven commercial professional with experience in social housing refurbishment programmes, ideally with knowledge of internal and external planned maintenance programmes with a comprehensive commercial understanding of subcontractor procurement and cost management, the CVR process as well as excellent client relationship skills.
As the Quantity Surveyor for our client, some of your responsibilities will include:
Control all expenditure
Reconcile cost/value reports & profit forecasts
On-boarding of Sub contractors/suppliers
Ensuring value for money & financial assessments
Manage day to day cost control & monitoring & reporting
Process Sub contractor requests for payment via application & invoice
Attend project & company related meetings
Ensure timely cash flow management
Maintain & develop professional relationships with clients & customersEssential Quantity Surveyor Experience:
Degree or other technical qualification
Quantity Surveying experience with a main contractor
Strong commercial awareness
Proven track record delivering contracts on time and within budget
Contractual awareness
Negotiating, communication & presentation skills
Knowledge of Supply Chain management
RICS / CIOB qualification - PreferredQuantity Surveyor Salary and Benefits:
You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people are the key to the group's success. You will be part of an ambitious, and successful business who offer the opportunity to develop and grow with the company.
If you are interested, please apply online now, or give Meg a call on (phone number removed)!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing - Planned Maintenance / internals, externals and refurbs
Based in South Yorkshire
Full-Time, Permanent position
Salary: £50K - £60K + Benefits
Here at Howells, we are working with a leading Social Housing contractor to recruit an experienced and successful Quantity Surveyor to join their team in South Yorkshire to deliver a planned works contract. The scope of works includes; refurbs, externals and internals.
We are looking for a proven commercial professional with experience in social housing refurbishment programmes, ideally with knowledge of internal and external planned maintenance programmes with a comprehensive commercial understanding of subcontractor procurement and cost management, the CVR process as well as excellent client relationship skills.
As the Quantity Surveyor for our client, some of your responsibilities will include:
Control all expenditure
Reconcile cost/value reports & profit forecasts
On-boarding of Sub contractors/suppliers
Ensuring value for money & financial assessments
Manage day to day cost control & monitoring & reporting
Process Sub contractor requests for payment via application & invoice
Attend project & company related meetings
Ensure timely cash flow management
Maintain & develop professional relationships with clients & customersEssential Quantity Surveyor Experience:
Degree or other technical qualification
Quantity Surveying experience with a main contractor
Strong commercial awareness
Proven track record delivering contracts on time and within budget
Contractual awareness
Negotiating, communication & presentation skills
Knowledge of Supply Chain management
RICS / CIOB qualification - PreferredQuantity Surveyor Salary and Benefits:
You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people are the key to the group's success. You will be part of an ambitious, and successful business who offer the opportunity to develop and grow with the company.
If you are interested, please apply online now, or give Meg a call on (phone number removed)!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Social Housing – Planned Maintenance
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Location: Reading and WFH
My client, a leading national property services contractor who are part of a larger construction group are on the lookout for a Site Surveyor to join the growing team. You will be an integral part of the team to continue the success of the framework. This framework focuses on planned, responsive and M&E works worth ~£2.5m per annum
Main Responsibilities:
Contribute to the project commercial strategies and to take ownership for the subcontract packages
To demonstrate understanding of internal and external tender strategies
Effective management of subcontractors
To work effectively with your line manager to agree and produce main and subcontract final accounts
Contribute to relevant project procurement strategies with particular reference to issuing tender enquiries, package reconciliations and production of subcontract orders
Experience and skills
Experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor
Experience of working in a maintenance/ Social Housing environment
Understanding of all on-site Health & Safety requirements and responsibilities pertaining to the delivery of contracted works and their management and delivery.
Knowledge of relevant Construction Contracts and their application to the role and, or company in delivery of the contracted works.
Good demonstrable SOR & VCR/CVR knowledge
Ability to organise the proper internal administration of projects and effectively operate a good management system, be able to communicate and interact well with colleagues and with other departments and a clear ability to work to an agreed agenda and timetable.
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Feb 03, 2023
Permanent
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Social Housing – Planned Maintenance
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance + Package
Location: Reading and WFH
My client, a leading national property services contractor who are part of a larger construction group are on the lookout for a Site Surveyor to join the growing team. You will be an integral part of the team to continue the success of the framework. This framework focuses on planned, responsive and M&E works worth ~£2.5m per annum
Main Responsibilities:
Contribute to the project commercial strategies and to take ownership for the subcontract packages
To demonstrate understanding of internal and external tender strategies
Effective management of subcontractors
To work effectively with your line manager to agree and produce main and subcontract final accounts
Contribute to relevant project procurement strategies with particular reference to issuing tender enquiries, package reconciliations and production of subcontract orders
Experience and skills
Experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor
Experience of working in a maintenance/ Social Housing environment
Understanding of all on-site Health & Safety requirements and responsibilities pertaining to the delivery of contracted works and their management and delivery.
Knowledge of relevant Construction Contracts and their application to the role and, or company in delivery of the contracted works.
Good demonstrable SOR & VCR/CVR knowledge
Ability to organise the proper internal administration of projects and effectively operate a good management system, be able to communicate and interact well with colleagues and with other departments and a clear ability to work to an agreed agenda and timetable.
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to facilitate the running of works for their Retail and Leisure team
* As an award-winning contractor, this business are a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.
* £35,000 - £50,000 + company car or allowance
Location: Hybrid working
* Time split between 2-3 days at home, 1-day at their office in Stoke and 1-day site based anywhere across England, Scotland or Wales
* Due to this, you will be offered flexible working on non-travel days to ensure a work life balance
* Working on fast fit works, including refurbishments for Retail and Leisure facilities. They require a good all-round Quantity Surveyor
The Role
* Assist in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assist the development of procurement programme
* Prepare and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submit and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submit invoices
* Attend meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Build relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Hold the relevant qualifications
* Experienced Quantity Surveyor
* Experience working on Retail and Leisure refurbishment/fast fit/planned works is essential
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Flexible in the hours of work
* Hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please call Alice Clarke on (phone number removed), send a CV to Alice at a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
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Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to facilitate the running of works for their Retail and Leisure team
* As an award-winning contractor, this business are a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.
* £35,000 - £50,000 + company car or allowance
Location: Hybrid working
* Time split between 2-3 days at home, 1-day at their office in Stoke and 1-day site based anywhere across England, Scotland or Wales
* Due to this, you will be offered flexible working on non-travel days to ensure a work life balance
* Working on fast fit works, including refurbishments for Retail and Leisure facilities. They require a good all-round Quantity Surveyor
The Role
* Assist in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assist the development of procurement programme
* Prepare and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submit and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submit invoices
* Attend meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Build relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Hold the relevant qualifications
* Experienced Quantity Surveyor
* Experience working on Retail and Leisure refurbishment/fast fit/planned works is essential
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Flexible in the hours of work
* Hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please call Alice Clarke on (phone number removed), send a CV to Alice at a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work in Derby/Burton upon Trent to facilitate the successful running of works at their Derby office
* As an award-winning contractor, this business is a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients
* £35,000 - £45,000 + company car or allowance
The Role
* You will be responsible for evaluating information to ensure that there is a realistic cost for the supply of goods and materials for refurbishment projects or contracts
* You will need to liaise with contractors, suppliers and clients to make sure that the requirements for cost, profitability and value are all met
* You must have an all-round quantity surveying experience as you would be working on Social Housing (Kitchen, bathrooms and voids), the Education and Public Sector refurbishments, refit and planned works
* Assisting in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assisting the development of procurement programme
* Preparing and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submitting and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submitting invoices
* Attending meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Building relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Must be an experienced Quantity Surveyor within a social housing sector environment
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please e-mail Alice Clarke on a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work in Derby/Burton upon Trent to facilitate the successful running of works at their Derby office
* As an award-winning contractor, this business is a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients
* £35,000 - £45,000 + company car or allowance
The Role
* You will be responsible for evaluating information to ensure that there is a realistic cost for the supply of goods and materials for refurbishment projects or contracts
* You will need to liaise with contractors, suppliers and clients to make sure that the requirements for cost, profitability and value are all met
* You must have an all-round quantity surveying experience as you would be working on Social Housing (Kitchen, bathrooms and voids), the Education and Public Sector refurbishments, refit and planned works
* Assisting in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assisting the development of procurement programme
* Preparing and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submitting and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submitting invoices
* Attending meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Building relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Must be an experienced Quantity Surveyor within a social housing sector environment
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please e-mail Alice Clarke on a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor - External Planned Works
Based in Havering
Salary: £24 - 34k
Full-time, permanent position
Howells Solutions are working with a leading specialist refurbishment company, to find a successful and proactive Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor, to join their team in Havering.
You will work within the commercial team delivering all aspects of the commercial, financial and contractual elements of designated projects, including: renovation and upgrade projects for Local Authorities, Social Housing Providers, Private Landlords and other public sector bodies. You will also be responsible for general Commercial Administration, and support for the wider commercial team. Good excel skills are required for this job.
About You
We are looking for the successful candidate to have previous experience of commercial activity on a repairs & maintenance contracts.
Social housing experience is ideal
Experience with managing subcontractors / subcontractor payments
Thorough and meticulous person with an eye for detail
The ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain a flexible attitude to work task and workload
Ability to work on own initiativeYou will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success.
Please apply online now or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more info!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor - External Planned Works
Based in Havering
Salary: £24 - 34k
Full-time, permanent position
Howells Solutions are working with a leading specialist refurbishment company, to find a successful and proactive Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor, to join their team in Havering.
You will work within the commercial team delivering all aspects of the commercial, financial and contractual elements of designated projects, including: renovation and upgrade projects for Local Authorities, Social Housing Providers, Private Landlords and other public sector bodies. You will also be responsible for general Commercial Administration, and support for the wider commercial team. Good excel skills are required for this job.
About You
We are looking for the successful candidate to have previous experience of commercial activity on a repairs & maintenance contracts.
Social housing experience is ideal
Experience with managing subcontractors / subcontractor payments
Thorough and meticulous person with an eye for detail
The ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain a flexible attitude to work task and workload
Ability to work on own initiativeYou will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success.
Please apply online now or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more info!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Planned Maintenance/ Refurbishment
Salary: £65k- £85k + Package
Location: Northeast London
The Role:
My client, who are a national contractor are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the established but ever-growing team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage the day-to-day commercial control, reporting and management of multiple projects from award up to final account, ensuring the Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial are appraised of all progress. This initial contract will focus on building fire safety, external refurbishment, and cladding works.
Key Responsibilities:
Effective commercial control of all allocated projects
Conduct site visits and carrying out surveying duties
Updating the Commercial Manager with the progress of all accounts, both client and sub-contract, through to finalisation.
Having effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including the provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable,
More specifically, cost value reconciliations, forecasts, continuous improvement documents, cash flow forecast and the commercial register.
Working closely with the Procurement Team, you will ensure that the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers is undertaken in a appropriate and cost effective manner and manage the production of the final accounts, including re-measurement as necessary to ensure the best result, evaluation and agreement of all variations, extensions of time, loss and expense claims.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
Knowledge and protection of contractual status
Commercial skills to increase value recovery, ensure cost control and cash management
Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation.
Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management.
Preparation and understanding of CVR’s and supplementary financial reports and final accounts.
Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying.
Management and development of direct reports
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Planned Maintenance/ Refurbishment
Salary: £65k- £85k + Package
Location: Northeast London
The Role:
My client, who are a national contractor are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the established but ever-growing team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage the day-to-day commercial control, reporting and management of multiple projects from award up to final account, ensuring the Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial are appraised of all progress. This initial contract will focus on building fire safety, external refurbishment, and cladding works.
Key Responsibilities:
Effective commercial control of all allocated projects
Conduct site visits and carrying out surveying duties
Updating the Commercial Manager with the progress of all accounts, both client and sub-contract, through to finalisation.
Having effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including the provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable,
More specifically, cost value reconciliations, forecasts, continuous improvement documents, cash flow forecast and the commercial register.
Working closely with the Procurement Team, you will ensure that the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers is undertaken in a appropriate and cost effective manner and manage the production of the final accounts, including re-measurement as necessary to ensure the best result, evaluation and agreement of all variations, extensions of time, loss and expense claims.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
Knowledge and protection of contractual status
Commercial skills to increase value recovery, ensure cost control and cash management
Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation.
Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management.
Preparation and understanding of CVR’s and supplementary financial reports and final accounts.
Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying.
Management and development of direct reports
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to facilitate the running of works for their Retail and Leisure team
* As an award-winning contractor, this business are a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.
* £35,000 - £50,000 + company car or allowance
Location: Hybrid working
* Time split between 2-3 days at home, 1-day at their office in Stoke and 1-day site based anywhere across England, Scotland or Wales
* Due to this, you will be offered flexible working on non-travel days to ensure a work life balance
* Working on fast fit works, including refurbishments for Retail and Leisure facilities. They require a good all-round Quantity Surveyor
The Role
* Assist in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assist the development of procurement programme
* Prepare and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submit and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submit invoices
* Attend meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Build relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Hold the relevant qualifications
* Experienced Quantity Surveyor
* Experience working on Retail and Leisure refurbishment/fast fit/planned works is essential
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Flexible in the hours of work
* Hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please call Alice Clarke on (phone number removed), send a CV to Alice at a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to facilitate the running of works for their Retail and Leisure team
* As an award-winning contractor, this business are a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.
* £35,000 - £50,000 + company car or allowance
Location: Hybrid working
* Time split between 2-3 days at home, 1-day at their office in Stoke and 1-day site based anywhere across England, Scotland or Wales
* Due to this, you will be offered flexible working on non-travel days to ensure a work life balance
* Working on fast fit works, including refurbishments for Retail and Leisure facilities. They require a good all-round Quantity Surveyor
The Role
* Assist in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assist the development of procurement programme
* Prepare and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submit and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submit invoices
* Attend meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Build relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Hold the relevant qualifications
* Experienced Quantity Surveyor
* Experience working on Retail and Leisure refurbishment/fast fit/planned works is essential
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Flexible in the hours of work
* Hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please call Alice Clarke on (phone number removed), send a CV to Alice at a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work in Derby/Burton upon Trent to facilitate the successful running of works at their Derby office
* As an award-winning contractor, this business is a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients
* £35,000 - £45,000 + company car or allowance
The Role
* You will be responsible for evaluating information to ensure that there is a realistic cost for the supply of goods and materials for refurbishment projects or contracts
* You will need to liaise with contractors, suppliers and clients to make sure that the requirements for cost, profitability and value are all met
* You must have an all-round quantity surveying experience as you would be working on Social Housing (Kitchen, bathrooms and voids), the Education and Public Sector refurbishments, refit and planned works
* Assisting in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assisting the development of procurement programme
* Preparing and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submitting and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submitting invoices
* Attending meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Building relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Must be an experienced Quantity Surveyor within a social housing sector environment
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please e-mail Alice Clarke on a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Key Information
* A dynamic property maintenance, refurbishment and new build contractor are currently looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work in Derby/Burton upon Trent to facilitate the successful running of works at their Derby office
* As an award-winning contractor, this business is a social and environmentally responsible family run business with a rich heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients
* £35,000 - £45,000 + company car or allowance
The Role
* You will be responsible for evaluating information to ensure that there is a realistic cost for the supply of goods and materials for refurbishment projects or contracts
* You will need to liaise with contractors, suppliers and clients to make sure that the requirements for cost, profitability and value are all met
* You must have an all-round quantity surveying experience as you would be working on Social Housing (Kitchen, bathrooms and voids), the Education and Public Sector refurbishments, refit and planned works
* Assisting in the preparation and processing of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales
* Assisting the development of procurement programme
* Preparing and monitor the cashflow for the specific projects
* Submitting and prepare monthly applications for payment
* Submitting invoices
* Attending meetings with clients or work colleagues
* Building relationships and develop communication skills
Qualifications and experience
* Must be an experienced Quantity Surveyor within a social housing sector environment
* Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
* Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
* If you're interested please e-mail Alice Clarke on a.clarke@ionic.jobs or apply online
By submitting your job application to Ionic Recruitment, you are hereby giving us your consent to use your personal data for recruitment purposes detailed in the GDPR Policy Document. This can be viewed at: (url removed)
This can be viewed at: (url removed)
Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor - External Planned Works
Based in Havering
Salary: £24 - 34k
Full-time, permanent position
Howells Solutions are working with a leading specialist refurbishment company, to find a successful and proactive Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor, to join their team in Havering.
You will work within the commercial team delivering all aspects of the commercial, financial and contractual elements of designated projects, including: renovation and upgrade projects for Local Authorities, Social Housing Providers, Private Landlords and other public sector bodies. You will also be responsible for general Commercial Administration, and support for the wider commercial team. Good excel skills are required for this job.
About You
We are looking for the successful candidate to have previous experience of commercial activity on a repairs & maintenance contracts.
Social housing experience is ideal
Experience with managing subcontractors / subcontractor payments
Thorough and meticulous person with an eye for detail
The ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain a flexible attitude to work task and workload
Ability to work on own initiativeYou will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success.
Please apply online now or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more info!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor - External Planned Works
Based in Havering
Salary: £24 - 34k
Full-time, permanent position
Howells Solutions are working with a leading specialist refurbishment company, to find a successful and proactive Commercial Administrator/Assistant Quantity Surveyor, to join their team in Havering.
You will work within the commercial team delivering all aspects of the commercial, financial and contractual elements of designated projects, including: renovation and upgrade projects for Local Authorities, Social Housing Providers, Private Landlords and other public sector bodies. You will also be responsible for general Commercial Administration, and support for the wider commercial team. Good excel skills are required for this job.
About You
We are looking for the successful candidate to have previous experience of commercial activity on a repairs & maintenance contracts.
Social housing experience is ideal
Experience with managing subcontractors / subcontractor payments
Thorough and meticulous person with an eye for detail
The ability to work to tight deadlines and maintain a flexible attitude to work task and workload
Ability to work on own initiativeYou will be working for a modern, forward thinking business; that believes the strengths, skills and personalities of their people are the key to the groups success.
Please apply online now or call Meg on (phone number removed) for more info!
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed).
Howells Solutions are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells Solutions acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Planned Maintenance/ Refurbishment
Salary: £65k- £85k + Package
Location: Northeast London
The Role:
My client, who are a national contractor are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the established but ever-growing team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage the day-to-day commercial control, reporting and management of multiple projects from award up to final account, ensuring the Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial are appraised of all progress. This initial contract will focus on building fire safety, external refurbishment, and cladding works.
Key Responsibilities:
Effective commercial control of all allocated projects
Conduct site visits and carrying out surveying duties
Updating the Commercial Manager with the progress of all accounts, both client and sub-contract, through to finalisation.
Having effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including the provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable,
More specifically, cost value reconciliations, forecasts, continuous improvement documents, cash flow forecast and the commercial register.
Working closely with the Procurement Team, you will ensure that the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers is undertaken in a appropriate and cost effective manner and manage the production of the final accounts, including re-measurement as necessary to ensure the best result, evaluation and agreement of all variations, extensions of time, loss and expense claims.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
Knowledge and protection of contractual status
Commercial skills to increase value recovery, ensure cost control and cash management
Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation.
Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management.
Preparation and understanding of CVR’s and supplementary financial reports and final accounts.
Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying.
Management and development of direct reports
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Planned Maintenance/ Refurbishment
Salary: £65k- £85k + Package
Location: Northeast London
The Role:
My client, who are a national contractor are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the established but ever-growing team. The main purpose of this role will be to manage the day-to-day commercial control, reporting and management of multiple projects from award up to final account, ensuring the Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial are appraised of all progress. This initial contract will focus on building fire safety, external refurbishment, and cladding works.
Key Responsibilities:
Effective commercial control of all allocated projects
Conduct site visits and carrying out surveying duties
Updating the Commercial Manager with the progress of all accounts, both client and sub-contract, through to finalisation.
Having effective commercial control of all allocated projects, including the provision of timely and accurate documentation in accordance with the reporting timetable,
More specifically, cost value reconciliations, forecasts, continuous improvement documents, cash flow forecast and the commercial register.
Working closely with the Procurement Team, you will ensure that the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers is undertaken in a appropriate and cost effective manner and manage the production of the final accounts, including re-measurement as necessary to ensure the best result, evaluation and agreement of all variations, extensions of time, loss and expense claims.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
Knowledge and protection of contractual status
Commercial skills to increase value recovery, ensure cost control and cash management
Knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation.
Knowledge and understanding of budgets and forecast management.
Preparation and understanding of CVR’s and supplementary financial reports and final accounts.
Knowledge and understanding of subcontract orders and buying.
Management and development of direct reports
If this opportunity excites you or you want to find out more information about other roles, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with (url removed)
Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Bid Writer/Assistant
Kent
£Comp. DOE
Company
A principal contractor that has been established since the mid 1990’s that are financially secure having followed a controlled growth pattern and have heavily invested back within the business instead of borrowing. They have an extensive and enviable client base that has been developed from repeat business and recommendation. They complete a variety of projects within the health, education, commercial and residential sectors to include design and build, new build, refurbishment and alterations works with values ranging from £100k to £10m plus. They have a reputation for the investment, training and development of their employees and actively encourage development from within.
Bid Writer/Assistant
A unique opportunity has arisen for an individual to join this principal contractor seeking to develop their pre-construction team during this period of planned growth to work with the Pre-Construction Team.
The primary objective will be to develop and complete Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and Invitation to Tender documents, with the focus on providing a compliant and accurate bid to imposed deadlines. You will work as part of a team, assisting the delivery of high quality bids in order to maximise the chance of securing new contracts.
The main responsibilities are assisting with:
* Preparing pre-qualification questionnaire submissions
* Providing tendering support, completing the quality content of tender submissions and developing an overall document for submission
* Producing case studies for completed projects
* Maintaining an answer library and suite of information
* Maintaining the CRM database
* Assisting with developing marketing material including information packs, brochures, invites, banners, newsletters
* Assisting the Marketing Manager with external communication (social media and website)
Essential Skill Requirements:
* Experience in bid writing or other writing roles
* Creative writer and communicator, able to deliver a message to differing audiences
* Must have meticulous attention to detail and be able to deliver highly accurate work, often to tight deadlines
* Able to manage and prioritise own workload with ability to multi-task effectively, working alone and as part of the team
* Proficient in Microsoft products including Word, Powerpoint and Excel
* Experience in using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite including Indesign, Photoshop or Illustrator
This is an excellent and rare opportunity for someone with relevant skills and experience looking to join an innovative contractor that have a reputation for investment within their staff and excellent rewards.
Please forward a current CV in the first instance.
MSB Recruitment Ltd is an Employment Agency working within the building and civil engineering sectors throughout the UK.
Buyer / Senior Buyer / Procurement / Assistant Site Manager / Site Manager / Senior Site Manager / Project Manager / Contracts Manager / Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor/ SQS / Senior QS / Estimator / Estimator / Commercial Assistant / Planner / SHEQ / Construction / Highways / Build / Utilities / New Build / Refurbishment / D&B / Fit-Out / Historical / Residential / Education / Leisure / Commercial / Industrial / Health / Bid Writer / Business Development Manager / Reinstatement / Surfacing / Highways / Civil Engineering / Works Manager / Reinstatement Manager / NRSWA / Utilities / Business Development / Bid Management Assistant / Bid Writer
Carry out quantity surveying duties on numerous contracts simultaneously, within the contracting department at Mick George Ltd. This would involve working within many sub departments within the business including demolition, remediation, ground stabilisation, groundworks, earthworks and civils disciplines.
• Provide assistance, guidance and support to site operations teams and Contracts Managers on contractual obligations and the scope of works that is included within the contract.
• Manage subcontract packages where applicable, from the initial enquiry stage and procurement through to the agreement of subcontract final accounts. This includes ensuring that best value is achieved at all stages. You will also be required to manage interim applications and Payment Notices to subcontractors that have been appointed.
• Maintain and develop client relationships across the different contracts you are involved in.
• Ensure monthly/ interim valuations and applications are completed accurately and issued to clients in accordance with the requirements detailed within the contract. Ensuring this process is streamlined where possible to maximise cash flow and value where achievable. Liaise with the Land Surveyors closely to ensure applications reflect the work and scope completed on site and in turn value the work correctly.
• Keep Senior Management updated and informed of key issues that arise on contracts to ensure the appropriate management decisions are made and implement these decisions where necessary.
• Track changes to the scope and conditions of work when they occur and make sure these are correctly measured and valued.
• Wherever possible ensure changes are agreed in a timely manner through the course of projects.
• Monitor the programme along with the Site Management team and record issues that occur which may impact on the planned progress and completion of the works. Maintain strong working relationships with project delivery teams and keep accurate records of issues.
• Prepare detailed Final Accounts and supporting survey information required to ensure efficient and prompt agreement of accounts with clients. This also includes working closely with various departments such as Transport/Compliance to gain successful project results.
• Carry out administration of contracts when issued by clients. Be responsible for ensuring the order documents reflect what has been agreed during the tender stage. Review the contract scope along with the terms and conditions and agree any amendments that are required to ensure the allocation of risk is correctly distributed by the terms and conditions.
• Be proactive in ensuring payments from clients are received by the contract due dates.
• Play an active role alongside the contracting Finance Managers in completing monthly and end of contract CVR reports to enable project margins to be accurately reported to Senior Management.
Salary is negotiable dependant on experience, so the right candidate is the important part
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Carry out quantity surveying duties on numerous contracts simultaneously, within the contracting department at Mick George Ltd. This would involve working within many sub departments within the business including demolition, remediation, ground stabilisation, groundworks, earthworks and civils disciplines.
• Provide assistance, guidance and support to site operations teams and Contracts Managers on contractual obligations and the scope of works that is included within the contract.
• Manage subcontract packages where applicable, from the initial enquiry stage and procurement through to the agreement of subcontract final accounts. This includes ensuring that best value is achieved at all stages. You will also be required to manage interim applications and Payment Notices to subcontractors that have been appointed.
• Maintain and develop client relationships across the different contracts you are involved in.
• Ensure monthly/ interim valuations and applications are completed accurately and issued to clients in accordance with the requirements detailed within the contract. Ensuring this process is streamlined where possible to maximise cash flow and value where achievable. Liaise with the Land Surveyors closely to ensure applications reflect the work and scope completed on site and in turn value the work correctly.
• Keep Senior Management updated and informed of key issues that arise on contracts to ensure the appropriate management decisions are made and implement these decisions where necessary.
• Track changes to the scope and conditions of work when they occur and make sure these are correctly measured and valued.
• Wherever possible ensure changes are agreed in a timely manner through the course of projects.
• Monitor the programme along with the Site Management team and record issues that occur which may impact on the planned progress and completion of the works. Maintain strong working relationships with project delivery teams and keep accurate records of issues.
• Prepare detailed Final Accounts and supporting survey information required to ensure efficient and prompt agreement of accounts with clients. This also includes working closely with various departments such as Transport/Compliance to gain successful project results.
• Carry out administration of contracts when issued by clients. Be responsible for ensuring the order documents reflect what has been agreed during the tender stage. Review the contract scope along with the terms and conditions and agree any amendments that are required to ensure the allocation of risk is correctly distributed by the terms and conditions.
• Be proactive in ensuring payments from clients are received by the contract due dates.
• Play an active role alongside the contracting Finance Managers in completing monthly and end of contract CVR reports to enable project margins to be accurately reported to Senior Management.
Salary is negotiable dependant on experience, so the right candidate is the important part
Quantity Surveyor
Worcester
Civil Engineering
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to work on a range of project including various environmental monitoring projects for several UK water companies. As a result they are keen to speak to Quantity Surveyors with a background working for civil engineering contractors, ideally within water infrastructure – this could include past experience working on planned / reactive maintenance frameworks. This role is based from their Worcester offices but also promotes hybrid working.
The company is privately owned and has 20 years trading history. Due to it’s size the business has a tight knit team with an excellent working environment. They are industry leading experts in the field, delivering solution-based services across a range of industry sectors including Water, Construction, Infrastructure, Rail, Mining, Manufacturing, Leisure and Food & Drink sectors.
Types of services range from consultancy, sewer and asset investigations, CCTV pipe inspections, connectivity surveys, large sewerage investigations, infiltration surveys, impermeable area studies, pollution investigations and domestic sewer blockage alarms, as well as flow monitor installation and maintenance.
On Offer:
• Up to £50,000 basic salary (this figure is negotiable dependent on experience)
• Pension
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
To express your interest please contact Chris Wright at Kenton Black’s Birmingham offices
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
Quantity Surveyor
Worcester
Civil Engineering
Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to work on a range of project including various environmental monitoring projects for several UK water companies. As a result they are keen to speak to Quantity Surveyors with a background working for civil engineering contractors, ideally within water infrastructure – this could include past experience working on planned / reactive maintenance frameworks. This role is based from their Worcester offices but also promotes hybrid working.
The company is privately owned and has 20 years trading history. Due to it’s size the business has a tight knit team with an excellent working environment. They are industry leading experts in the field, delivering solution-based services across a range of industry sectors including Water, Construction, Infrastructure, Rail, Mining, Manufacturing, Leisure and Food & Drink sectors.
Types of services range from consultancy, sewer and asset investigations, CCTV pipe inspections, connectivity surveys, large sewerage investigations, infiltration surveys, impermeable area studies, pollution investigations and domestic sewer blockage alarms, as well as flow monitor installation and maintenance.
On Offer:
• Up to £50,000 basic salary (this figure is negotiable dependent on experience)
• Pension
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
To express your interest please contact Chris Wright at Kenton Black’s Birmingham offices