A busy, Chartered Quantity Surveying Consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with an interest and desire to work on large London projects for well known, industry clients. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor's Role Based out of their London office, a short walk from Fenchurch Street station, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor shall support an Associate Quantity Surveyor on commercial projects and projects within the living/residential sector. On a regular basis, the new Assistant Quantity Surveyor will provide pre and post cost management services, as well as getting exposure to contract administration/ employers agent roles. An ideal chance for a Graduate (with experience), or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor seeking tailored APC support, high profile projects, and greater responsibility. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Completed a Quantity Surveying degree, or on the apprenticeship scheme Minimum of 2 years Quantity Surveying experience PQS/Cost Consultancy experience Basic pre and post cost management knowledge Working towards chartership Hard working, motivated, professional In Return? 35,000 - 45,000 28 days per year (holiday) + bank holidays Company pension scheme Professional RICS fees Tailored APC training 1 day WFH Mileage Top end projects Excellent career progression opportunities If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, please contact Daniel Foster at Foster & May. Ref: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveying / Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Cost Manager / Graduate Quantity Surveyor
31/03/2026
Full time
A busy, Chartered Quantity Surveying Consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with an interest and desire to work on large London projects for well known, industry clients. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor's Role Based out of their London office, a short walk from Fenchurch Street station, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor shall support an Associate Quantity Surveyor on commercial projects and projects within the living/residential sector. On a regular basis, the new Assistant Quantity Surveyor will provide pre and post cost management services, as well as getting exposure to contract administration/ employers agent roles. An ideal chance for a Graduate (with experience), or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor seeking tailored APC support, high profile projects, and greater responsibility. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Completed a Quantity Surveying degree, or on the apprenticeship scheme Minimum of 2 years Quantity Surveying experience PQS/Cost Consultancy experience Basic pre and post cost management knowledge Working towards chartership Hard working, motivated, professional In Return? 35,000 - 45,000 28 days per year (holiday) + bank holidays Company pension scheme Professional RICS fees Tailored APC training 1 day WFH Mileage Top end projects Excellent career progression opportunities If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, please contact Daniel Foster at Foster & May. Ref: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveying / Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Cost Manager / Graduate Quantity Surveyor
About the role
Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. Theyre an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Commercial Manager on the Hinkley Point C Project and you'll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.
What you'll be doing
As a/an Commercial Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead and Project Manager within the MEH Alliance EPM Commercial Organisation.
* The Commercial Manager will typically be responsible for a contract(s) between 0- 100m in value subject to level of risk or complexity.
* The day-to-day management of Commercial Assistants and Commercial Apprentices under their control.
* Providing support to the procurement process during the Procurement & execution phase (pre & post award).
* Providing commercial management for the delivery of contract final account agreements (close out).
* Interfacing with Legal team on conditions of contract issues.
* Providing support to the Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead in ensuring all internal governance approval is in place to enable timely Contract Award.
* Providing support to the SCM / CL with contract negotiations to ensure best value for the HPC project through the procurement process.
* Participating in the contract kick-off meeting and organising the commercial section of the meeting.
* Managing Supplier / Contractor commercial relationships.
* Implementing progress and cost management, preparation of contract specific
progress reports and reporting and participating in periodic contract reviews.
* Leading contract commercial reviews and attending progress reviews where
necessary.
* Maintaining contract commercial files and cost records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
* Educated to relevant degree level is preferable.
* Able to demonstrate a noteworthy track record of administering successful contracts.
* Effective commercial / contract management skills are essential, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies.
* Good commercial skills and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial
value.
* Understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change and claim management.
* Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional
respect at all levels.
* Familiarity with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) within the power construction industry and major projects and programme environment; with particular knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial
function is essential.
* Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a market leading mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions provider with over 100 years of engineering expertise.
We design, install and maintain the systems that make building infrastructure work. Emphasising environmentally efficient technologies, digital construction and offsite manufacturing, our experienced teams deliver high quality solutions across the following sectors: Aviation, Buildings, Civils, Defence, Energy and New Build Nuclear.
At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business. To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality.
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role
15/09/2022
Permanent
About the role
Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. Theyre an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Commercial Manager on the Hinkley Point C Project and you'll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.
What you'll be doing
As a/an Commercial Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead and Project Manager within the MEH Alliance EPM Commercial Organisation.
* The Commercial Manager will typically be responsible for a contract(s) between 0- 100m in value subject to level of risk or complexity.
* The day-to-day management of Commercial Assistants and Commercial Apprentices under their control.
* Providing support to the procurement process during the Procurement & execution phase (pre & post award).
* Providing commercial management for the delivery of contract final account agreements (close out).
* Interfacing with Legal team on conditions of contract issues.
* Providing support to the Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead in ensuring all internal governance approval is in place to enable timely Contract Award.
* Providing support to the SCM / CL with contract negotiations to ensure best value for the HPC project through the procurement process.
* Participating in the contract kick-off meeting and organising the commercial section of the meeting.
* Managing Supplier / Contractor commercial relationships.
* Implementing progress and cost management, preparation of contract specific
progress reports and reporting and participating in periodic contract reviews.
* Leading contract commercial reviews and attending progress reviews where
necessary.
* Maintaining contract commercial files and cost records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
* Educated to relevant degree level is preferable.
* Able to demonstrate a noteworthy track record of administering successful contracts.
* Effective commercial / contract management skills are essential, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies.
* Good commercial skills and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial
value.
* Understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change and claim management.
* Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional
respect at all levels.
* Familiarity with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) within the power construction industry and major projects and programme environment; with particular knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial
function is essential.
* Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a market leading mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions provider with over 100 years of engineering expertise.
We design, install and maintain the systems that make building infrastructure work. Emphasising environmentally efficient technologies, digital construction and offsite manufacturing, our experienced teams deliver high quality solutions across the following sectors: Aviation, Buildings, Civils, Defence, Energy and New Build Nuclear.
At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business. To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality.
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role
About the role
Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. Theyre an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Commercial Manager on the Hinkley Point C Project and you'll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.
What you'll be doing
As a/an Commercial Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead and Project Manager within the MEH Alliance EPM Commercial Organisation.
* The Commercial Manager will typically be responsible for a contract(s) between 0- 100m in value subject to level of risk or complexity.
* The day-to-day management of Commercial Assistants and Commercial Apprentices under their control.
* Providing support to the procurement process during the Procurement & execution phase (pre & post award).
* Providing commercial management for the delivery of contract final account agreements (close out).
* Interfacing with Legal team on conditions of contract issues.
* Providing support to the Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead in ensuring all internal governance approval is in place to enable timely Contract Award.
* Providing support to the SCM / CL with contract negotiations to ensure best value for the HPC project through the procurement process.
* Participating in the contract kick-off meeting and organising the commercial section of the meeting.
* Managing Supplier / Contractor commercial relationships.
* Implementing progress and cost management, preparation of contract specific
progress reports and reporting and participating in periodic contract reviews.
* Leading contract commercial reviews and attending progress reviews where
necessary.
* Maintaining contract commercial files and cost records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
* Educated to relevant degree level is preferable.
* Able to demonstrate a noteworthy track record of administering successful contracts.
* Effective commercial / contract management skills are essential, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies.
* Good commercial skills and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial
value.
* Understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change and claim management.
* Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional
respect at all levels.
* Familiarity with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) within the power construction industry and major projects and programme environment; with particular knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial
function is essential.
* Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a market leading mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions provider with over 100 years of engineering expertise.
We design, install and maintain the systems that make building infrastructure work. Emphasising environmentally efficient technologies, digital construction and offsite manufacturing, our experienced teams deliver high quality solutions across the following sectors: Aviation, Buildings, Civils, Defence, Energy and New Build Nuclear.
At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business. To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality.
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role
15/09/2022
Permanent
About the role
Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. Theyre an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Commercial Manager on the Hinkley Point C Project and you'll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.
What you'll be doing
As a/an Commercial Manager, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Reporting to a Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Lead and Project Manager within the MEH Alliance EPM Commercial Organisation.
* The Commercial Manager will typically be responsible for a contract(s) between 0- 100m in value subject to level of risk or complexity.
* The day-to-day management of Commercial Assistants and Commercial Apprentices under their control.
* Providing support to the procurement process during the Procurement & execution phase (pre & post award).
* Providing commercial management for the delivery of contract final account agreements (close out).
* Interfacing with Legal team on conditions of contract issues.
* Providing support to the Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead in ensuring all internal governance approval is in place to enable timely Contract Award.
* Providing support to the SCM / CL with contract negotiations to ensure best value for the HPC project through the procurement process.
* Participating in the contract kick-off meeting and organising the commercial section of the meeting.
* Managing Supplier / Contractor commercial relationships.
* Implementing progress and cost management, preparation of contract specific
progress reports and reporting and participating in periodic contract reviews.
* Leading contract commercial reviews and attending progress reviews where
necessary.
* Maintaining contract commercial files and cost records
Who we're looking for
You will have the following:
* Educated to relevant degree level is preferable.
* Able to demonstrate a noteworthy track record of administering successful contracts.
* Effective commercial / contract management skills are essential, with clear knowledge of best practice contract methodologies.
* Good commercial skills and ability to make sound decisions on matters of financial
value.
* Understanding of contract performance measurement, risk management and change and claim management.
* Good negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional
respect at all levels.
* Familiarity with most common Forms of Contract (NEC & FIDIC) within the power construction industry and major projects and programme environment; with particular knowledge of UK Law and its impact upon the contract and commercial
function is essential.
* Familiar with the nuclear site licence conditions and the nuclear baseline philosophy
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick (BBK) is a market leading mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions provider with over 100 years of engineering expertise.
We design, install and maintain the systems that make building infrastructure work. Emphasising environmentally efficient technologies, digital construction and offsite manufacturing, our experienced teams deliver high quality solutions across the following sectors: Aviation, Buildings, Civils, Defence, Energy and New Build Nuclear.
At Balfour Beatty we are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential, not only because this is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a better business. To ensure we deliver on this commitment, we have a UK Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan which sets out the wide range of targeted, proactive, measurable steps we are taking to make this a reality.
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and Women into Construction. In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join us to assist and work on our new build programme, currently set to deliver over 500 units per year. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead on projects up the value of £25m and help ensure that CKH values and specifications are portrayed, keeping to internal budgets.
The ideal candidate will need to be degree qualified and have demonstrable post-qualification experience in Quantity Surveying. In addition, the ideal candidate must be proficient in reviewing valuations, issuing payment notices and undertaking both employer's agent and cost reports.
The role will be predominately home-based but frequent travel to our sites will be required which is usually within a 1-hour commute from Peterborough.
We are looking for someone
To procure consultants and surveys for land-led development projects.
To chair monthly project meetings on schemes up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To project manage the pre-planning phase of projects up to a value of £25m including management of consultant fees, chairing project meetings, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme towards the submission of planning applications.
To prepare project risk registers including providing mitigation strategies to ensure that project risk is managed on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare feasibility studies, estimates, cost plans and value for money reports for projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare of pre/post tender documentation and evaluation on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare financial appraisals of tenders for schemes and financial forecasts for projects up to a value of £25m.
To review and comment on House-builders’ Development Agreements and providing contract advice to the Development Team.
To prepare of contractual documentation ready for signing and sealing by Directors for projects up to a value of £25m.
To provide the administration of S106 development agreements and building contracts on projects up to a value of £25m.
To chairing monthly site meetings on projects up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To process claims and mitigating costs for projects up to a value of £25m.
To manage contract scope including produce Employer’s Agent and Cost Reports on a monthly basis reporting on estimated final project costs, quality of work, construction progress and contractor’s claims.
To preparation of certificates for all interim payments to the contractor for projects up to a value of £25m.
To issue monthly valuations and cost forecasts and production of final accounts for payment by the client for projects up to a value of £25m.
To take handover of properties on behalf of the Client ensuring all certification and documentation has been provided by the Contractor/Developer.
To complete post completion analysis of outcome scheme costs in elemental format and submission of data to the Building Cost Information Service.
To provide mentoring to Apprentice, Graduate, and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
Requirements
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management or similar (direct route) OR;
MSc in Quantity Surveying and registered for the Assessment of Professional Competence for membership of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (indirect route)
Strong and effective communication skills
Highly skilled in contract negotiation
Self-starter and pro-active approach
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
A flexible attitude to be able to respond to the needs of the business
Excellent financial cost control skills and ability to communicate the financial position of contract to stakeholders and clients on a monthly basis
Excellent problem-solving skills
A clear DBS check will be required for this role
A full UK driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
23/03/2022
Permanent
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join us to assist and work on our new build programme, currently set to deliver over 500 units per year. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead on projects up the value of £25m and help ensure that CKH values and specifications are portrayed, keeping to internal budgets.
The ideal candidate will need to be degree qualified and have demonstrable post-qualification experience in Quantity Surveying. In addition, the ideal candidate must be proficient in reviewing valuations, issuing payment notices and undertaking both employer's agent and cost reports.
The role will be predominately home-based but frequent travel to our sites will be required which is usually within a 1-hour commute from Peterborough.
We are looking for someone
To procure consultants and surveys for land-led development projects.
To chair monthly project meetings on schemes up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To project manage the pre-planning phase of projects up to a value of £25m including management of consultant fees, chairing project meetings, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme towards the submission of planning applications.
To prepare project risk registers including providing mitigation strategies to ensure that project risk is managed on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare feasibility studies, estimates, cost plans and value for money reports for projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare of pre/post tender documentation and evaluation on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare financial appraisals of tenders for schemes and financial forecasts for projects up to a value of £25m.
To review and comment on House-builders’ Development Agreements and providing contract advice to the Development Team.
To prepare of contractual documentation ready for signing and sealing by Directors for projects up to a value of £25m.
To provide the administration of S106 development agreements and building contracts on projects up to a value of £25m.
To chairing monthly site meetings on projects up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To process claims and mitigating costs for projects up to a value of £25m.
To manage contract scope including produce Employer’s Agent and Cost Reports on a monthly basis reporting on estimated final project costs, quality of work, construction progress and contractor’s claims.
To preparation of certificates for all interim payments to the contractor for projects up to a value of £25m.
To issue monthly valuations and cost forecasts and production of final accounts for payment by the client for projects up to a value of £25m.
To take handover of properties on behalf of the Client ensuring all certification and documentation has been provided by the Contractor/Developer.
To complete post completion analysis of outcome scheme costs in elemental format and submission of data to the Building Cost Information Service.
To provide mentoring to Apprentice, Graduate, and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
Requirements
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management or similar (direct route) OR;
MSc in Quantity Surveying and registered for the Assessment of Professional Competence for membership of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (indirect route)
Strong and effective communication skills
Highly skilled in contract negotiation
Self-starter and pro-active approach
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
A flexible attitude to be able to respond to the needs of the business
Excellent financial cost control skills and ability to communicate the financial position of contract to stakeholders and clients on a monthly basis
Excellent problem-solving skills
A clear DBS check will be required for this role
A full UK driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join us to assist and work on our new build programme, currently set to deliver over 500 units per year. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead on projects up the value of £25m and help ensure that CKH values and specifications are portrayed, keeping to internal budgets.
The ideal candidate will need to be degree qualified and have demonstrable post-qualification experience in Quantity Surveying. In addition, the ideal candidate must be proficient in reviewing valuations, issuing payment notices and undertaking both employer's agent and cost reports.
The role will be predominately home-based but frequent travel to our sites will be required which is usually within a 1-hour commute from Peterborough.
We are looking for someone
To procure consultants and surveys for land-led development projects.
To chair monthly project meetings on schemes up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To project manage the pre-planning phase of projects up to a value of £25m including management of consultant fees, chairing project meetings, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme towards the submission of planning applications.
To prepare project risk registers including providing mitigation strategies to ensure that project risk is managed on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare feasibility studies, estimates, cost plans and value for money reports for projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare of pre/post tender documentation and evaluation on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare financial appraisals of tenders for schemes and financial forecasts for projects up to a value of £25m.
To review and comment on House-builders’ Development Agreements and providing contract advice to the Development Team.
To prepare of contractual documentation ready for signing and sealing by Directors for projects up to a value of £25m.
To provide the administration of S106 development agreements and building contracts on projects up to a value of £25m.
To chairing monthly site meetings on projects up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To process claims and mitigating costs for projects up to a value of £25m.
To manage contract scope including produce Employer’s Agent and Cost Reports on a monthly basis reporting on estimated final project costs, quality of work, construction progress and contractor’s claims.
To preparation of certificates for all interim payments to the contractor for projects up to a value of £25m.
To issue monthly valuations and cost forecasts and production of final accounts for payment by the client for projects up to a value of £25m.
To take handover of properties on behalf of the Client ensuring all certification and documentation has been provided by the Contractor/Developer.
To complete post completion analysis of outcome scheme costs in elemental format and submission of data to the Building Cost Information Service.
To provide mentoring to Apprentice, Graduate, and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
Requirements
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management or similar (direct route) OR;
MSc in Quantity Surveying and registered for the Assessment of Professional Competence for membership of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (indirect route)
Strong and effective communication skills
Highly skilled in contract negotiation
Self-starter and pro-active approach
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
A flexible attitude to be able to respond to the needs of the business
Excellent financial cost control skills and ability to communicate the financial position of contract to stakeholders and clients on a monthly basis
Excellent problem-solving skills
A clear DBS check will be required for this role
A full UK driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
23/03/2022
Permanent
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join us to assist and work on our new build programme, currently set to deliver over 500 units per year. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead on projects up the value of £25m and help ensure that CKH values and specifications are portrayed, keeping to internal budgets.
The ideal candidate will need to be degree qualified and have demonstrable post-qualification experience in Quantity Surveying. In addition, the ideal candidate must be proficient in reviewing valuations, issuing payment notices and undertaking both employer's agent and cost reports.
The role will be predominately home-based but frequent travel to our sites will be required which is usually within a 1-hour commute from Peterborough.
We are looking for someone
To procure consultants and surveys for land-led development projects.
To chair monthly project meetings on schemes up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To project manage the pre-planning phase of projects up to a value of £25m including management of consultant fees, chairing project meetings, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme towards the submission of planning applications.
To prepare project risk registers including providing mitigation strategies to ensure that project risk is managed on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare feasibility studies, estimates, cost plans and value for money reports for projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare of pre/post tender documentation and evaluation on projects up to a value of £25m.
To prepare financial appraisals of tenders for schemes and financial forecasts for projects up to a value of £25m.
To review and comment on House-builders’ Development Agreements and providing contract advice to the Development Team.
To prepare of contractual documentation ready for signing and sealing by Directors for projects up to a value of £25m.
To provide the administration of S106 development agreements and building contracts on projects up to a value of £25m.
To chairing monthly site meetings on projects up to a value of £25m, taking and preparing minutes, and reporting on progress and programme.
To process claims and mitigating costs for projects up to a value of £25m.
To manage contract scope including produce Employer’s Agent and Cost Reports on a monthly basis reporting on estimated final project costs, quality of work, construction progress and contractor’s claims.
To preparation of certificates for all interim payments to the contractor for projects up to a value of £25m.
To issue monthly valuations and cost forecasts and production of final accounts for payment by the client for projects up to a value of £25m.
To take handover of properties on behalf of the Client ensuring all certification and documentation has been provided by the Contractor/Developer.
To complete post completion analysis of outcome scheme costs in elemental format and submission of data to the Building Cost Information Service.
To provide mentoring to Apprentice, Graduate, and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
Requirements
BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management or similar (direct route) OR;
MSc in Quantity Surveying and registered for the Assessment of Professional Competence for membership of the Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (indirect route)
Strong and effective communication skills
Highly skilled in contract negotiation
Self-starter and pro-active approach
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
A flexible attitude to be able to respond to the needs of the business
Excellent financial cost control skills and ability to communicate the financial position of contract to stakeholders and clients on a monthly basis
Excellent problem-solving skills
A clear DBS check will be required for this role
A full UK driving license and access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
Job Title: Trainee (Apprentice) Quantity Surveyor / Graduate
Location: Dorset
Salary: Dependent of Experience
Start Date: ASAP
The company
Highfield Professional Solutions are working with a Quantity Surveying practice who are seeking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyors to support growth in workload. They provide a range of professional services and operate across a number of sectors including commercial developments, education, healthcare, residential developments, marine & coastal engineering and public works.
The position
You will be working underneath the direction and support of the Directors and Senior Surveyors. You will support senior staff both in the office and at site visits. You will assist in preparing tender documentation, contracts, valuations, post contract cost reports, cost estimates, cost advice and final accounts. Preparing bills of quantities will be a major part of the role..
Could this role be for you?
There are two roles available. One for a Trainee and one for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee - MUST be educated to A Level or equivalent
Graduate - MUST have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree or already be working towards one or be willing to complete an MSc via day release / Open University
A proactive nature
Willingness to learn
Committed to developing a career
Attention to detailWhy apply?
Paid Higher Education Fees to train as a Quantity Surveyor
They promote continued professional development of their team and will support academic studies as well as routes to professional qualification
Clear career progression
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects with maximum exposure
For further information or to apply please contact Zoe lane - (phone number removed)
23/06/2020
Permanent
Job Title: Trainee (Apprentice) Quantity Surveyor / Graduate
Location: Dorset
Salary: Dependent of Experience
Start Date: ASAP
The company
Highfield Professional Solutions are working with a Quantity Surveying practice who are seeking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyors to support growth in workload. They provide a range of professional services and operate across a number of sectors including commercial developments, education, healthcare, residential developments, marine & coastal engineering and public works.
The position
You will be working underneath the direction and support of the Directors and Senior Surveyors. You will support senior staff both in the office and at site visits. You will assist in preparing tender documentation, contracts, valuations, post contract cost reports, cost estimates, cost advice and final accounts. Preparing bills of quantities will be a major part of the role..
Could this role be for you?
There are two roles available. One for a Trainee and one for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
Trainee - MUST be educated to A Level or equivalent
Graduate - MUST have a relevant Quantity Surveying degree or already be working towards one or be willing to complete an MSc via day release / Open University
A proactive nature
Willingness to learn
Committed to developing a career
Attention to detailWhy apply?
Paid Higher Education Fees to train as a Quantity Surveyor
They promote continued professional development of their team and will support academic studies as well as routes to professional qualification
Clear career progression
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects with maximum exposure
For further information or to apply please contact Zoe lane - (phone number removed)
