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VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor join our Aviation business, working on a defence project at RAF Brize Norton. You will be responsible for for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able to effectively manage surveyors and/or assistant surveyors to successfully deliver that project. About you An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical focus is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate commercial experience from a Tier 1 Main Contractor. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. We have an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Highways Term Maintenance Contract, based out of our Wokingham depot. You will take ownership of all commercial and contractual responsibilities on your assigned project. You'll also lead and support an Assistant Surveyor to ensure the successful delivery of the project. About you An accredited course by the Royal Institution of chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Alternatively a degree with some numerical or technical bias is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate experience as an Assistant QS/QS. Adequate experience in new build and maintenance of road surfacing works. A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

Company Info Our clients are a specialist Earthmoving, Ground Engineering & Soil Stabilisation contractor. They are a team of dedicated professionals who pride themselves in their quality of workmanship and their ‘can do approach’ to solving technically challenging problems, providing their customers with the benefit of years of experience across a broad spectrum and pride themselves giving their customers a positive experience. They work on a broad range of projects from major highways improvements, commercial developments, housing schemes through to public and private ground engineering projects.As an Employee in a family business, you will be working in a close-knit team environment in a company that has their employees at the centre of everything they do.   Job Purpose   Reporting to the Group Director and working closing with the Commercial team and Finance Director, your role as a QS is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters and should be able to effectively manage their teams and stakeholders to delivery projects efficiently and cost effectively.   Hours: Monday – Friday 0800-1730   Position summary Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to: Ensuring there is effective cost management of the project through regular and accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting. Lead and manage the procurement process to maximise profit and ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the company policy. (including references taken, suitable levels of HSEQ etc) Monitor and maximise cash flow. Support, advise, develop and train all members of the site team on commercial matters. Mentor and develop the surveyors within the specific project team Be aware of the contractual requirements of the project, advise the site team on key requirements and ensure that all notices and other matters are actioned accordingly to protect our clients contractual position (Main, Sub-Contracts and consultancy agreements) Act and ensure others are acting in our clients best commercial interests at all times. To act professionally at all times and promote the our clients best standards and practices Monitor and chase Main Contract payments   A detailed Job Description will be shared upon application that outlines all the responsibilities.   Candidate Requirements: Essential: An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES). Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous.Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering. Adequate experience as an Assistant QS/QS. Knowledge of the tendering process Knowledge of the various forms of contract used across the industry Desirable: A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained. Proficiency in administration, writing, numeracy, IT and MS Office Proven ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Effective negotiation skills with both internal and external customers

My client is a £15 million turnover groundwork`s sub contractor, privately owned and growing year on year. They are presently looking for Groundworks Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor with some experience on Groundworks packages to undertake a variety of commercially focussed duties on groundwork`s schemes valued anything from £50,000 to £5 million. Due to an influx of work and lots of success my client is looking to build on his existing team and offers a great opportunity to work with and learn from some great Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors. This is an opportunity for a permanent position with this sub contractor. Please read on for more info, this is a great opportunity, so apply now and do be quick. Types of Projects: • Groundworks & Civil Engineering • Highways • Environmental Works • Private & Public Realm • Utilities Locations of work: • West Midlands • Warwickshire • Staffordshire • Cambridgeshire • Bedfordshire • General Midlands Area Salary and Package • Salary up to £40,000 • Company Car or Car Allowance • 30 Days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays The Team: This is an excellent opportunity for someone to grow their career with an excellent groundwork`s contractor. You will be responsible for assisting with valuations, variations, take offs, procurement of subcontractors and dealing with the client daily. If you are already capable of managing your own schemes from start to finish then you will be able to crack on and deliver the projects. The contractor is growing and has plans to develop the business over the next 2/3 years much further hence the upturn in workload and the requirement for additional Quantity Surveying Staff. Send me your CV`s in application urgently. Other Vacancies: 1x Quantity Surveyor – Glasgow / 2x Quantity Surveyor – Liverpool / 1x Senior Quantity Surveyor – Dorset / 1x Project Manager – Sheffield / 2x Quantity Surveyor - Sheffield