Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity for growing fit-out company Your new company A rapidly growing fit-out company looking for a senior quantity surveyor to join the team. They are Leicester based, but work with an impressive list of clients across the country. It is a predominantly office-based role, with site visits required on occasion. Your new role You will be joining as a senior quantity surveyor, and will be reporting into the commercial manager. You will be working closely with a contracts manager, and will be responsible for: Scrutinising subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.Delivering monthly financial reports to the boardReviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements. Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents. What you'll need to succeed Relevant experienceAbility to produce and deliver financial reportsYou will have strong commercial awareness to enable you to seize opportunities and challenge the status quo when required.COINS experience is preferred but not essential What you'll get in return £50 - 65000 DOE + car / allowance25 days holidayPension / life assurance + other benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity for growing fit-out company Your new company A rapidly growing fit-out company looking for a senior quantity surveyor to join the team. They are Leicester based, but work with an impressive list of clients across the country. It is a predominantly office-based role, with site visits required on occasion. Your new role You will be joining as a senior quantity surveyor, and will be reporting into the commercial manager. You will be working closely with a contracts manager, and will be responsible for: Scrutinising subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.Delivering monthly financial reports to the boardReviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements. Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents. What you'll need to succeed Relevant experienceAbility to produce and deliver financial reportsYou will have strong commercial awareness to enable you to seize opportunities and challenge the status quo when required.COINS experience is preferred but not essential What you'll get in return £50 - 65000 DOE + car / allowance25 days holidayPension / life assurance + other benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Quantity Surveyor Job for Leicester based fit-out contractor Your new company A market leading fit out contractor who have successfully delivered high-end fit outs for some of the most prestigious locations in the world, across hotel, leisure, residential, and commercial projects. As a result of their continued growth, they are looking to add another quantity surveyor to their commercial team. Your new role Reporting into the commercial manager, you will be responsible for the delivery and management of a variety of projects as well as providing regular updates and reports to both internal and external teams. You will work collaboratively with other key partners and divisions within the company to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. What you'll need to succeed - Experience in a similar role - refurb / fit out experience preferred but not essential - A strong commercial mindset - Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills - Good organisational skills What you'll get in return - Up to £50K DOE - Employee learning and development programme - Pension scheme - Other company benefits (e.g., cycle to work scheme) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Job for Leicester based fit-out contractor Your new company A market leading fit out contractor who have successfully delivered high-end fit outs for some of the most prestigious locations in the world, across hotel, leisure, residential, and commercial projects. As a result of their continued growth, they are looking to add another quantity surveyor to their commercial team. Your new role Reporting into the commercial manager, you will be responsible for the delivery and management of a variety of projects as well as providing regular updates and reports to both internal and external teams. You will work collaboratively with other key partners and divisions within the company to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. What you'll need to succeed - Experience in a similar role - refurb / fit out experience preferred but not essential - A strong commercial mindset - Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills - Good organisational skills What you'll get in return - Up to £50K DOE - Employee learning and development programme - Pension scheme - Other company benefits (e.g., cycle to work scheme) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Site Manager needed for waste treatment works project in Snareston. Your new company Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in water projects? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client on a temporary freelance basis. As a Site Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing a waste treatment works project in Snarestone. Your new role Supervising Projects:Oversee the entire project or specific stages within it.Ensure that work progresses according to expectations and deadlines.Address safety issues promptly.Regularly communicate project goals to on-site employees.Reviewing Progress:Continuously assess project progress against the projected timeline.Implement strategies to expedite work if the project falls behind schedule.Prioritise quality and safety while adjusting deadlines.Liaising with Quantity Surveyors:Collaborate with quantity surveyors to monitor project costs.Keep track of receipts, invoices, resource costs, and personnel contracts.Facilitate their investigations into budget allocation.Handling Communications:Communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved in the project.Engage with clients, other contractors, and members of the public.Ensure clear and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.Commercial Awareness:Maintain commercial awareness to manage costs effectively.Limit expenses and minimise waste to keep the project within budget.Strategically allocate resources where needed. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in water-related projects is needed.Familiarity with TWCTC (Temporary Works Coordinator Training Course) would be beneficial.Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Knowledge of industry regulations and safety protocols. What you'll get in return Day rate - Negotiable What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Seasonal
Site Manager needed for waste treatment works project in Snareston. Your new company Are you an experienced Site Manager with a background in water projects? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client on a temporary freelance basis. As a Site Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing a waste treatment works project in Snarestone. Your new role Supervising Projects:Oversee the entire project or specific stages within it.Ensure that work progresses according to expectations and deadlines.Address safety issues promptly.Regularly communicate project goals to on-site employees.Reviewing Progress:Continuously assess project progress against the projected timeline.Implement strategies to expedite work if the project falls behind schedule.Prioritise quality and safety while adjusting deadlines.Liaising with Quantity Surveyors:Collaborate with quantity surveyors to monitor project costs.Keep track of receipts, invoices, resource costs, and personnel contracts.Facilitate their investigations into budget allocation.Handling Communications:Communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved in the project.Engage with clients, other contractors, and members of the public.Ensure clear and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.Commercial Awareness:Maintain commercial awareness to manage costs effectively.Limit expenses and minimise waste to keep the project within budget.Strategically allocate resources where needed. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in water-related projects is needed.Familiarity with TWCTC (Temporary Works Coordinator Training Course) would be beneficial.Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.The ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Knowledge of industry regulations and safety protocols. What you'll get in return Day rate - Negotiable What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
18-month FTC - Leading Main Contractor - Up to 65k + car / allowance - MOD project Your new company Hays is working with a leading construction company who are well known in the market, who require a Senior Quantity Surveyor on an 18-month fixed-term contract to work on an MOD site based in the East Midlands. Your new role As this is such a large project, you will be given one to two phases alongside other QS', reporting to the commercial manager. Schemes of work are split 60/40 across new build and refurbishment. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will have a 3/6 month probation period, following which you will then be contractually obliged to give / be given 1-months notice. Day to day responsibilities will include Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements. Scrutinizing subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals. Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors. Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents. Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies. Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required. Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets. Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Routinely producing interim applications/valuations. Site-based role. What you'll need to succeed Relevant construction qualifications (B.Sc. / HND / HNC etc).Strong NEC 3 knowledge with the ability to control variations comfortably.Experienced using Office 365 and Sharepoint.Framework experience would be advantageous.Be willing to be based on site the majority of the time.Personality wise, you will be a keen team player as opposed to wanting to work as a lone wolf.You will have strong commercial awareness to enable you to seize opportunities and challenge the status quo when required.You should be able to attain SC clearance. What you'll get in return The role will start spring time - potentially April 2024 but maybe sooner for 18months. There is a strong chance this role could become permanent. £60 - 65,000 basic salary + car / car allowance. Private pension - 4% from employee, 6% from employer. 23/24 days holiday + 8 statutory (31/32 days total paid leave). Birthday's given as annual leave on top of holiday allowance. Numerous other corporate benefits, including high street discounts, heath care plans etc. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Contract
18-month FTC - Leading Main Contractor - Up to 65k + car / allowance - MOD project Your new company Hays is working with a leading construction company who are well known in the market, who require a Senior Quantity Surveyor on an 18-month fixed-term contract to work on an MOD site based in the East Midlands. Your new role As this is such a large project, you will be given one to two phases alongside other QS', reporting to the commercial manager. Schemes of work are split 60/40 across new build and refurbishment. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will have a 3/6 month probation period, following which you will then be contractually obliged to give / be given 1-months notice. Day to day responsibilities will include Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements. Scrutinizing subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals. Liaising with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors. Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents. Advising managers and clients on improvements and new strategies. Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required. Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets. Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Routinely producing interim applications/valuations. Site-based role. What you'll need to succeed Relevant construction qualifications (B.Sc. / HND / HNC etc).Strong NEC 3 knowledge with the ability to control variations comfortably.Experienced using Office 365 and Sharepoint.Framework experience would be advantageous.Be willing to be based on site the majority of the time.Personality wise, you will be a keen team player as opposed to wanting to work as a lone wolf.You will have strong commercial awareness to enable you to seize opportunities and challenge the status quo when required.You should be able to attain SC clearance. What you'll get in return The role will start spring time - potentially April 2024 but maybe sooner for 18months. There is a strong chance this role could become permanent. £60 - 65,000 basic salary + car / car allowance. Private pension - 4% from employee, 6% from employer. 23/24 days holiday + 8 statutory (31/32 days total paid leave). Birthday's given as annual leave on top of holiday allowance. Numerous other corporate benefits, including high street discounts, heath care plans etc. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Building surveying, MRICS, Leicestershire, chartered building surveyor Your new company You will work for a UK leading construction consultancy based in Leicestershire who operate across building surveying, quantity surveying, health and safety and project management. They are expanding their team due to their increase of workload, and continued growth. Your new role You will work as a Senior Building Surveyor, working with a mixture of professional services and project work. You will work across a wealth of sectors including education, retail, hospitality, residential and commercial. You will have the opportunity to help the more junior team members if you wish to do so, and take a lead on some of the larger clients. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience in a building surveyor role, working with condition surveys, dilapidations, project management and other professional services. You will be keen to develop your career within a professional and UK leading team. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive basic salary as well as a discretionary bonus, hybrid working and a benefits portal which you can tailor to your own needs. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Building surveying, MRICS, Leicestershire, chartered building surveyor Your new company You will work for a UK leading construction consultancy based in Leicestershire who operate across building surveying, quantity surveying, health and safety and project management. They are expanding their team due to their increase of workload, and continued growth. Your new role You will work as a Senior Building Surveyor, working with a mixture of professional services and project work. You will work across a wealth of sectors including education, retail, hospitality, residential and commercial. You will have the opportunity to help the more junior team members if you wish to do so, and take a lead on some of the larger clients. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience in a building surveyor role, working with condition surveys, dilapidations, project management and other professional services. You will be keen to develop your career within a professional and UK leading team. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive basic salary as well as a discretionary bonus, hybrid working and a benefits portal which you can tailor to your own needs. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Assistant Building surveyor, Leicestershire, APC, graduate, Your new company You will work for a UK leading construction consultancy based in Leicestershire, who operate as a multi-disciplinary business. They work with building surveying, quantity surveying, project management and health and safety. Your new role You will work as a Graduate/Assistant Building surveyor, within their building surveying team, working with a variety of project work and professional services. You will work with education, commercial, hospitality, residential and retail projects. You will be mentored by seniors and directors in the business and there will be a route of progression and development to do your APC and become chartered. What you'll need to succeed You will have a Building surveying degree, or equivalent. You will have experience in a building surveying role, and be keen to progress and grow with this well established consultancy. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive basic salary, as well as full support with your APC. You will get to work on a variety of projects as well as sectors, to gain exposure to different fields and experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Assistant Building surveyor, Leicestershire, APC, graduate, Your new company You will work for a UK leading construction consultancy based in Leicestershire, who operate as a multi-disciplinary business. They work with building surveying, quantity surveying, project management and health and safety. Your new role You will work as a Graduate/Assistant Building surveyor, within their building surveying team, working with a variety of project work and professional services. You will work with education, commercial, hospitality, residential and retail projects. You will be mentored by seniors and directors in the business and there will be a route of progression and development to do your APC and become chartered. What you'll need to succeed You will have a Building surveying degree, or equivalent. You will have experience in a building surveying role, and be keen to progress and grow with this well established consultancy. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive basic salary, as well as full support with your APC. You will get to work on a variety of projects as well as sectors, to gain exposure to different fields and experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Quantity Surveyor Opportunity for National House Builder Your new company A well established house builder, who are looking to add another quantity surveyor to their team to support them as they continue to grow as a company. They Your new role You will: Review construction plans and prepare quantity requirements.Scrutinise subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.Liaise with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.Prepare reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.Advise managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.Document any changes in design and update budgets.Establish and maintain professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed Relevant construction qualifications (B.Sc. / HND / HNC etc).Experience within the housing sectorStrong commercial awareness to enable you to challenge existing processes What you'll get in return £45 - 55,000 + package DOE Chance to join a well established house builderGreat opportunity for growthNumerous other corporate benefits, including high street discounts, health care plans etc. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Opportunity for National House Builder Your new company A well established house builder, who are looking to add another quantity surveyor to their team to support them as they continue to grow as a company. They Your new role You will: Review construction plans and prepare quantity requirements.Scrutinise subcontractor estimates and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.Liaise with site managers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors.Prepare reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.Advise managers and clients on improvements and new strategies.Document any changes in design and update budgets.Establish and maintain professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed Relevant construction qualifications (B.Sc. / HND / HNC etc).Experience within the housing sectorStrong commercial awareness to enable you to challenge existing processes What you'll get in return £45 - 55,000 + package DOE Chance to join a well established house builderGreat opportunity for growthNumerous other corporate benefits, including high street discounts, health care plans etc. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Assistant QS role for national housebuilder Your new company A well established housebuilder who pride themselves on the quality of their projects. Diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of what they do, ensuring all members of staff are treated fairly and respectfully. They work closely with government bodies, housing associations, and local authorities and have earnt themselves a reputation for their delivery, quality, and sector knowledge across all housing tenures. Your new role - You will assist the other QS in all aspects of the role, and will take the lead with some - You will work closely with other departments within the company and attend meetings to discuss all areas that may have an impact on cost - You will help to prepare the construction cost analysis. - You will help to prepare stage payment schedules to help with the financing of the works - Place subcontractor orders - including negotiating the contract sum within the budget - Keep the RAMS schedule updated - Attend site meetings, subcontractor meetings, project team meetings, and surveying meetings What you'll need to succeed - Experience in quantity surveying - Great mathematical skills and a logical approach to your work - Great written and verbal communication skills - Effectively manage your own workload to meet set deadlines - A good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages - with the use of Excel at a proficient level being essential - Ability to learn new computer systems - e.g., COINS, Xpedeon, etc What you'll get in return - Competitive salary + annual bonus + car / car allowance / travel allowance - Up to 33 days annual leave - Competitive pension scheme - Employee rewards portal with many more benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Assistant QS role for national housebuilder Your new company A well established housebuilder who pride themselves on the quality of their projects. Diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of what they do, ensuring all members of staff are treated fairly and respectfully. They work closely with government bodies, housing associations, and local authorities and have earnt themselves a reputation for their delivery, quality, and sector knowledge across all housing tenures. Your new role - You will assist the other QS in all aspects of the role, and will take the lead with some - You will work closely with other departments within the company and attend meetings to discuss all areas that may have an impact on cost - You will help to prepare the construction cost analysis. - You will help to prepare stage payment schedules to help with the financing of the works - Place subcontractor orders - including negotiating the contract sum within the budget - Keep the RAMS schedule updated - Attend site meetings, subcontractor meetings, project team meetings, and surveying meetings What you'll need to succeed - Experience in quantity surveying - Great mathematical skills and a logical approach to your work - Great written and verbal communication skills - Effectively manage your own workload to meet set deadlines - A good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages - with the use of Excel at a proficient level being essential - Ability to learn new computer systems - e.g., COINS, Xpedeon, etc What you'll get in return - Competitive salary + annual bonus + car / car allowance / travel allowance - Up to 33 days annual leave - Competitive pension scheme - Employee rewards portal with many more benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Graduate Quantity Surveyor job for Specialist Subcontractor in Loughborough Your new company A Loughborough based specialist subcontractor who have a turnover of over £20 million. They regularly work with tier 1 main contractors, delivering successful drylining packages on a range of commercial projects such as build to rent / purpose built student accomodation. They have a strong pipeline of work, and are looking to add a graduate quantity surveyor to their team to learn on the job and help the company as they grow. Your new role You will be joining the quantity surveying team and will be involved in all aspects of: - Surveying - Site measurements - Operative valuations - Main contractor valuations. - Cost forecasting - Creating reports - Client liaison What you'll need to succeed - A qualification / degree in a related field OR experience in a similar role - A passion for the construction industry - An ambitious mindset and a desire to learn and progress What you'll get in return - £Competitive salary DOE - Chance to join a growing contractor - Opportunity to learn and progress, with great opportunities for career development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Graduate Quantity Surveyor job for Specialist Subcontractor in Loughborough Your new company A Loughborough based specialist subcontractor who have a turnover of over £20 million. They regularly work with tier 1 main contractors, delivering successful drylining packages on a range of commercial projects such as build to rent / purpose built student accomodation. They have a strong pipeline of work, and are looking to add a graduate quantity surveyor to their team to learn on the job and help the company as they grow. Your new role You will be joining the quantity surveying team and will be involved in all aspects of: - Surveying - Site measurements - Operative valuations - Main contractor valuations. - Cost forecasting - Creating reports - Client liaison What you'll need to succeed - A qualification / degree in a related field OR experience in a similar role - A passion for the construction industry - An ambitious mindset and a desire to learn and progress What you'll get in return - £Competitive salary DOE - Chance to join a growing contractor - Opportunity to learn and progress, with great opportunities for career development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
As the biggest landowner in Leicester, everything we do has an impact on everyone who lives in, works in and visits the city. From planning and managing multi million pound building projects to the day to day management and maintenance of council buildings such as libraries and schools. From repurposing and redeveloping small business units to strategic regeneration initiatives and managing a major investment portfolio. All to benefit the people of Leicester. As an assistant QS we will guide you through your career. The sheer variety of our work means you'll find plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Not to mention all the support you need to build a rewarding career in a forward looking city where you can see the positive impact of your work every day. Whether you're looking to specialise in a particular area and gain professional qualifications or want the flexibility to build a diverse range of knowledge, we'll support you all the way. And, with our commitment to developing our own future leaders, you'll have the chance to take your career as far as you want it to go. You will work flexibly with the opportunity to work from home or City Hall as required. You will also be required to undertake site visits in order to carry out your role. This role is a full time, permanent role of 37 hours per week, with the option to work flexiable hours. What you'll be doing On a day to day basis you will undertake a range of support tasks to assist in the provision of an efficient and productive Cost Monitoring and Quantity Surveying role for Leicester City Council. Most of your time will be spent completing project specific Quantity Surveying Related Works. This includes completing tasks such as: the measurement of buildings, projects and units, the full compilation of cost estimates and cost plans. Completing post-contract duties, such as change control and measurement of variations, Internal project and cost related benchmarking and the preparation of project cost reports. You will also complete other project related work in relation to financial monitoring. Assisting with budget monitoring, annual budget preparation, business plans and financial year end reports. All of this will occur under the guidance of the team, whose role is to support and develop your skills. You will also attend training courses to keep up to date on industry developments and trends. You will be offered a wide range of development opportunities within Leicester City Council. What you'll need In this role you will need to provide accurate information and impartial advice with an attention to detail. Using your excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. You will be able to work under pressure while creating effective problem solving solutions. You will have a Quantity Surveying Degree or similar as well as working towards APC to eventually become a full member of the RICS. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including childcare vouchers, discounts on city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. That's why we've designed our recruitment process to put you at your ease, make you feel welcome and bring the best out of you. We'll do all we can to make our recruitment process as fair as possible. For an informal discussion, or further information regarding this job please contact Sam Law by email to or call . Interviews will take place on the 4th - 6th October
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
As the biggest landowner in Leicester, everything we do has an impact on everyone who lives in, works in and visits the city. From planning and managing multi million pound building projects to the day to day management and maintenance of council buildings such as libraries and schools. From repurposing and redeveloping small business units to strategic regeneration initiatives and managing a major investment portfolio. All to benefit the people of Leicester. As an assistant QS we will guide you through your career. The sheer variety of our work means you'll find plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Not to mention all the support you need to build a rewarding career in a forward looking city where you can see the positive impact of your work every day. Whether you're looking to specialise in a particular area and gain professional qualifications or want the flexibility to build a diverse range of knowledge, we'll support you all the way. And, with our commitment to developing our own future leaders, you'll have the chance to take your career as far as you want it to go. You will work flexibly with the opportunity to work from home or City Hall as required. You will also be required to undertake site visits in order to carry out your role. This role is a full time, permanent role of 37 hours per week, with the option to work flexiable hours. What you'll be doing On a day to day basis you will undertake a range of support tasks to assist in the provision of an efficient and productive Cost Monitoring and Quantity Surveying role for Leicester City Council. Most of your time will be spent completing project specific Quantity Surveying Related Works. This includes completing tasks such as: the measurement of buildings, projects and units, the full compilation of cost estimates and cost plans. Completing post-contract duties, such as change control and measurement of variations, Internal project and cost related benchmarking and the preparation of project cost reports. You will also complete other project related work in relation to financial monitoring. Assisting with budget monitoring, annual budget preparation, business plans and financial year end reports. All of this will occur under the guidance of the team, whose role is to support and develop your skills. You will also attend training courses to keep up to date on industry developments and trends. You will be offered a wide range of development opportunities within Leicester City Council. What you'll need In this role you will need to provide accurate information and impartial advice with an attention to detail. Using your excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. You will be able to work under pressure while creating effective problem solving solutions. You will have a Quantity Surveying Degree or similar as well as working towards APC to eventually become a full member of the RICS. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. We'll also give you the chance to develop your skills and expertise with a variety of training and development opportunities. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including childcare vouchers, discounts on city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. That's why we've designed our recruitment process to put you at your ease, make you feel welcome and bring the best out of you. We'll do all we can to make our recruitment process as fair as possible. For an informal discussion, or further information regarding this job please contact Sam Law by email to or call . Interviews will take place on the 4th - 6th October
Joining our Asset Strategy, Valuation and Commercial Real Estate Teams. You'll become part of a professional team, delivering valuation and estate asset management services for the Council. As part of the Estates and Building Services Division, we work closely to encourage business growth, job creation and develop our property investment fund. With your work involving a diverse range of land and property types including commercial, industrial, residential, retail, agricultural, tourism, business premises and operational property. The team are proactive and innovative, providing solutions in commercial property management, replacing existing assets, and investing in new assets that make a big and positive impact on our community. Due to expanding speciality we are looking to recruit senior valuation surveyors, in either our Acquisitions and Disposals team or to join the team in Corporate Estate. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Taking the lead on our property portfolio as a Senior Valuation surveyor. You will deal with a complex range of property related issues covering but not limited to: acquisition and disposal of property assets, improving marriage value, compulsory purchase orders, sales and lease back, community transfers, redevelopment, regeneration and new developments. Providing a high level professional advice to clients on valuation issues, you'll work with internal and external teams to identify new opportunities for the council to invest and improve its property and land stock holdings. As well as, making recommendations for development and disposal to recover investment and make a commercial return on its investment. Preparing and monitoring expenditure and income budgets. You will be involved in inspecting land and buildings. Valuing the various interests as required and negotiating the letting, acquisition/disposal as required. You will also support the management of the Estates function, including attendance at decision-making boards, and deputises for the Service Manager as required. Supervising and managing staff who may be assisting on projects from other sections including allocating and checking work for quality and quantity. What you'll need Being experienced in handling a complex range of property related issues including negotiating lettings and acquisitions/disposals to ensuring optimum return. You'll use your knowledge of ethical standards and relevant legislation around land transactions specifically, council assets. To recognise new opportunities to enhance the council's asset base, being able to prepare briefing notes to senior management on complex issues, with context, impacts and recommendations. Often explaining complex issues to non-specialists in a positive manner. You will be also be a professional member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS). For an informal discussion on this role please email Total benefit value includes pension contribution and full holiday entitlement £64,995.79
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Joining our Asset Strategy, Valuation and Commercial Real Estate Teams. You'll become part of a professional team, delivering valuation and estate asset management services for the Council. As part of the Estates and Building Services Division, we work closely to encourage business growth, job creation and develop our property investment fund. With your work involving a diverse range of land and property types including commercial, industrial, residential, retail, agricultural, tourism, business premises and operational property. The team are proactive and innovative, providing solutions in commercial property management, replacing existing assets, and investing in new assets that make a big and positive impact on our community. Due to expanding speciality we are looking to recruit senior valuation surveyors, in either our Acquisitions and Disposals team or to join the team in Corporate Estate. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Taking the lead on our property portfolio as a Senior Valuation surveyor. You will deal with a complex range of property related issues covering but not limited to: acquisition and disposal of property assets, improving marriage value, compulsory purchase orders, sales and lease back, community transfers, redevelopment, regeneration and new developments. Providing a high level professional advice to clients on valuation issues, you'll work with internal and external teams to identify new opportunities for the council to invest and improve its property and land stock holdings. As well as, making recommendations for development and disposal to recover investment and make a commercial return on its investment. Preparing and monitoring expenditure and income budgets. You will be involved in inspecting land and buildings. Valuing the various interests as required and negotiating the letting, acquisition/disposal as required. You will also support the management of the Estates function, including attendance at decision-making boards, and deputises for the Service Manager as required. Supervising and managing staff who may be assisting on projects from other sections including allocating and checking work for quality and quantity. What you'll need Being experienced in handling a complex range of property related issues including negotiating lettings and acquisitions/disposals to ensuring optimum return. You'll use your knowledge of ethical standards and relevant legislation around land transactions specifically, council assets. To recognise new opportunities to enhance the council's asset base, being able to prepare briefing notes to senior management on complex issues, with context, impacts and recommendations. Often explaining complex issues to non-specialists in a positive manner. You will be also be a professional member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS). For an informal discussion on this role please email Total benefit value includes pension contribution and full holiday entitlement £64,995.79
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Overview of the Role
We are looking to offer an opportunity for a graduate in Civil Engineering or Construction Management to join our team as a trainee Contracts Manager specialising in surfacing & associated civils works on a permanent basis.
The successful candidate will ideally be degree/HNC or similar qualified with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic construction environment. The role requires working closely with other construction professionals including client engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and planning engineers.
The role will be both office and site based. The nature of this makes the possession of a driving licence essential to enable site visits and meeting with Clients / Sub Contractors.
Significant on the job training will be provided to develop the successful candidates knowledge base, by working alongside experienced professionals who have a wealth of expertise. This will be supplemented with off-site learning leading to a professional qualification in surfacing and associated works.
Responsibilities include:
* Supporting the Contracts team – visiting sites, measuring works and accompanying Contract Managers
* Continuing liaison – potentially further meeting with Clients and sub contractors to offer engineering improvements to the scope of works.
* Contributing to the planning and programming – to develop a plan for the works through to completion
* Health and Safety awareness- at planning stage and monitoring through the works
* Cost Management – produce a cost for the works prior to commencement
* To support the briefing of project teams, contractors and suppliers
* Monitor progression of works on site with supervisors and Client
* Measure works on completion and agree any additional works required
* Gathering all information together for invoicing at the end of the project and Contribute to the final assessment of the cost and value of each individual scheme
Skills & Knowledge:
* Civil Engineering educated at degree, HND or HNC level is desirable
* Enthusiasm for working in a fast moving construction environment
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* Strong maths and IT skills
* An appreciation of health and safety issues. Training will be provided.
* Being confident, professional and flexible
* The ability to work to deadlines
* Being a team player and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
* People management and staff supervision
* The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
Hours:
Your normal working hours shall be between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. However due to the nature of our business you may be required to work outside of these hours in support of the business.
You will be a combination of office and site based and you will be required to make site and client visits as required
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
Mar 23, 2022
Permanent
GBR Recruitment Ltd are exclusively working in partnership with a well established progressive shop fitting / commercial fit out installation construction company recruiting for an experienced Estimator to join the Site Operations team in Lincolnshire covering local contracts & National contracts, delivering totally bespoke installations from £1,000's to £3M+.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Estimating professional to join a people centric focused construction company that believes in developing from within & progressing its employees careers further, as well as offering a fun vibrant working atmosphere.
You will be a time served construction Estimator with experience in Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Sporting Arenas & Retail fit outs / project installations, working with some of the UK's biggest & leading industry names.
Duties:
* Estimating costs for labour, plant hire, sub contractors & materials
* Working in unison as the key linchpin with the sales, design and contract delivery teams in providing commercial business support and cost management, including cost forecast planning and time of completion estimating functions (a full fit out is normally c.12 weeks)
* Negotiate and procure subcontract works packages at the best price
* Produce project interim & final accounts both upstream & downstream
* Carrying out basic site surveys in terms of works required to make the project happen i.e. potential hazards / complications - risk mitigation
* Visit commercial / retail / hopsitality sites to re-measure the premises & to agree subcontract accounts for work in hand
* Reviewing contract of works documentation
* Authorising subcontract and supplier invoices
* Cash flow forecasting & cost value reconciliation reporting
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* A Professional Qualification in Building & Construction or M&E etc
* Estimating experience in a comparable construction role
* Basic QS skills (not complexed)
* Commercial, Healthcare, Hospitality & Retail interior fit out experience
* Strong Excel skills required & experience of Accounts / Costing software
* Excellent communicator (face to face, over the telephone & email)
* Knowledge of building regulations, CDM & building control measures
* Strong planing & organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workloads
* Used to supporting multiple projects of varying value up to £1M+
This role could suit someone working as: Estimator, Estimating Manager, Surveying Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, Contracts Manager, Site Manager, Assistant Site Manager or similar (with the relevant listed skills & experience)
This role is commutable from: Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, Rutland, Leicestershire, South Yorkshire, North Lincolnshire & East Riding of Yorkshire
Interviews to take place immediately
Quantity Surveyor
Background
We're working with one of the UK's leading principal contractors who specialise across a multitude of sectors including, civil engineering, highways and infrastructure. Due to their current level of business and their continuous expansion plans they are looking to recruit for a Quantity Surveyor in the Leicestershire region to join their experienced commercial team.
In return our client is offering you as the Quantity Surveyor a starting salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,00 per annum plus a company car, an enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance, a performance related bonus scheme and 25 days + stats holiday entitlement.
Duties & responsibilities required from you as the Quantity Surveyor;
· Measuring works produced by Contracting operations and subcontractors
· Ensuring that all work is recorded including additional items that may require additional payment
· Submitting valuations and invoices in accordance with the contract and ensure that customers are given every encouragement and ability to pay accounts in accordance with the contract
· Producing timely cost/value reports that monitor the financial progress of contracts or elements in conjunction with site managers and commercial staff place subcontracts that meet commercial and quality requirements
· Measuring and paying subcontractors and other suppliers as required in accordance with their terms and conditions of contract
Required to be successful as the Quantity Surveyor;
· A strong background in civil engineering or highways
· Experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor
· An industry related degree in Quantity Surveying
· A valid UK Driving Licence
If this Quantity Surveyor opportunity is of interest, please do not hesitate to apply for consideration
Jan 21, 2022
Permanent
Quantity Surveyor
Background
We're working with one of the UK's leading principal contractors who specialise across a multitude of sectors including, civil engineering, highways and infrastructure. Due to their current level of business and their continuous expansion plans they are looking to recruit for a Quantity Surveyor in the Leicestershire region to join their experienced commercial team.
In return our client is offering you as the Quantity Surveyor a starting salary in the region of £45,000 - £50,00 per annum plus a company car, an enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance, a performance related bonus scheme and 25 days + stats holiday entitlement.
Duties & responsibilities required from you as the Quantity Surveyor;
· Measuring works produced by Contracting operations and subcontractors
· Ensuring that all work is recorded including additional items that may require additional payment
· Submitting valuations and invoices in accordance with the contract and ensure that customers are given every encouragement and ability to pay accounts in accordance with the contract
· Producing timely cost/value reports that monitor the financial progress of contracts or elements in conjunction with site managers and commercial staff place subcontracts that meet commercial and quality requirements
· Measuring and paying subcontractors and other suppliers as required in accordance with their terms and conditions of contract
Required to be successful as the Quantity Surveyor;
· A strong background in civil engineering or highways
· Experience of working as a Quantity Surveyor
· An industry related degree in Quantity Surveying
· A valid UK Driving Licence
If this Quantity Surveyor opportunity is of interest, please do not hesitate to apply for consideration
Looking to move your career to the next level? We are an innovative, family-run development company and consultancy working within a niche area of the grounds work and civils sector actively seeking an experienced, self-motivated Estimator to join our existing team based in Loughborough, Leicestershire.
This is a new opening and great opportunity within the company, it will be an extremely process driven role and will invoke the successful candidates natural leadership skills. The successful candidate must have the desire to lead the pricing and procurement team and play an active part in driving the business forward, the existing team are all motivated with the same ambition and as a result we are experiencing regular growth creating continued scope for progression and long term security.
The candidate must have clear direction and the ability to fill their seat, they must have the confidence to utilise the skillset of their team members to build new processes and standards and be able to progress these to everyday practices. They must have a combination of relevant professional qualifications and 3 + year’s experience estimating, ideally in the grounds work and civils sector and preferably they will hold some QS knowledge or background.
The successful candidate will work closely with our buyers with the aim to find areas where margins can be improved, other duties and responsibilities will include:
Analysing plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to estimate costs
Researching, sourcing, negotiating and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors alongside our buyers
Analysing data that can affect costs such as the company’s structure and productivity rates
Assessing the financial, technical and operational risks of the project
Visiting project sites to gather information
Staying aware of the latest construction technologies that could increase company productivity
Leading decisions over project feasibility and whether to bid for the project
Working closely with key members of the project team and liaising with clients and suppliers
Analysing historic project data, keeping detailed records and writing reports
Creating and implementing new estimating based processes
Aug 02, 2021
Full time
Looking to move your career to the next level? We are an innovative, family-run development company and consultancy working within a niche area of the grounds work and civils sector actively seeking an experienced, self-motivated Estimator to join our existing team based in Loughborough, Leicestershire.
This is a new opening and great opportunity within the company, it will be an extremely process driven role and will invoke the successful candidates natural leadership skills. The successful candidate must have the desire to lead the pricing and procurement team and play an active part in driving the business forward, the existing team are all motivated with the same ambition and as a result we are experiencing regular growth creating continued scope for progression and long term security.
The candidate must have clear direction and the ability to fill their seat, they must have the confidence to utilise the skillset of their team members to build new processes and standards and be able to progress these to everyday practices. They must have a combination of relevant professional qualifications and 3 + year’s experience estimating, ideally in the grounds work and civils sector and preferably they will hold some QS knowledge or background.
The successful candidate will work closely with our buyers with the aim to find areas where margins can be improved, other duties and responsibilities will include:
Analysing plans, bills of quantities and other project documentation in order to estimate costs
Researching, sourcing, negotiating and obtaining the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors alongside our buyers
Analysing data that can affect costs such as the company’s structure and productivity rates
Assessing the financial, technical and operational risks of the project
Visiting project sites to gather information
Staying aware of the latest construction technologies that could increase company productivity
Leading decisions over project feasibility and whether to bid for the project
Working closely with key members of the project team and liaising with clients and suppliers
Analysing historic project data, keeping detailed records and writing reports
Creating and implementing new estimating based processes
An established and well-respected house builder in the Leicestershire area is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the QS team. You will oversee numerous projects and ensure projects are closely monitored in line with business budgets.
Key responsibilities for the role will include:
Weekly & fortnightly payments of direct & subcontractor labour only trades
Analyse sub-contractor invoices/applications
Monthly sub-contractor payments
Keep Payment Record Sheets up-to-date following completion of each payment run
Prepare monthly cost / value reconciliations
Prepare sub-contractor procurement tender list for sign off by QSM & Operations /Production Directors
Prepare tender documents/packs and send out to the relevant sub-contractors
Analyse tenders upon return
Undertake tender analysis by evaluating tenders and comparing the prices against each other, previous developments and the site budget
Carry out pre-order meetings with sub-contractors
Issue sub-contractor purchase orders upon completion of the pre-order meeting
Supervise Assistant Quantity Surveyor and Quantity Surveyors where required
To be considered for the role applicants should be an experience Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years experience, the ability to multitask across numerous projects whilst demonstrating the following qualifications and experience:
Bsc Hons in Quantity Surveying or Construction related degree
Ideally a Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or CIOB
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Hold a valid and appropriate CSCS card or commit to obtaining one
Previous experience in a similar position working on residential projects
Previous experience of COINS software is desirable
Must be self motivated and very organised with the ability to operate efficiently with minimal supervision
The business offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £48,000 plus other benefits which include profit-related bonus, pension, private medical insurance, and life assurance.
Oct 30, 2020
Full time
An established and well-respected house builder in the Leicestershire area is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the QS team. You will oversee numerous projects and ensure projects are closely monitored in line with business budgets.
Key responsibilities for the role will include:
Weekly & fortnightly payments of direct & subcontractor labour only trades
Analyse sub-contractor invoices/applications
Monthly sub-contractor payments
Keep Payment Record Sheets up-to-date following completion of each payment run
Prepare monthly cost / value reconciliations
Prepare sub-contractor procurement tender list for sign off by QSM & Operations /Production Directors
Prepare tender documents/packs and send out to the relevant sub-contractors
Analyse tenders upon return
Undertake tender analysis by evaluating tenders and comparing the prices against each other, previous developments and the site budget
Carry out pre-order meetings with sub-contractors
Issue sub-contractor purchase orders upon completion of the pre-order meeting
Supervise Assistant Quantity Surveyor and Quantity Surveyors where required
To be considered for the role applicants should be an experience Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years experience, the ability to multitask across numerous projects whilst demonstrating the following qualifications and experience:
Bsc Hons in Quantity Surveying or Construction related degree
Ideally a Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors or CIOB
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Hold a valid and appropriate CSCS card or commit to obtaining one
Previous experience in a similar position working on residential projects
Previous experience of COINS software is desirable
Must be self motivated and very organised with the ability to operate efficiently with minimal supervision
The business offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £48,000 plus other benefits which include profit-related bonus, pension, private medical insurance, and life assurance.