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Job Opportunity: Entry-Level Building Surveyor Location: Billericay, Essex Are you a Graduate Building Surveyor looking to take the first step in your career? My client, a well-established consultancy based in Billericay, Essex, is expanding their team and is seeking a talented individual to join their Building Surveying and Project Management Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, with a forward-thinking company that values career progression and will offer you FULL APC Support. The Role for the Graduate Building Surveyor: As a Building Surveyor, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering a variety of construction and refurbishment projects. From new builds to fire door replacements, mechanical and electrical upgrades, and laboratory refurbishments, no two days will be the same. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting on projects of varying sizes and complexities. Preparing specifications, drawings, and documentation for tenders and approvals. Managing contracts, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Conducting building surveys, diagnosing defects, and recommending solutions. Managing on-site works, chairing progress meetings, and producing detailed reports. Supporting government funding applications and monitoring returns. What We're Looking For: Essential Skills & Experience: A degree in Building Surveying (or a related field), ideally RICS-accredited. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in IT systems (e.g., Microsoft Office). A full, clean UK driver's license and access to a vehicle. Desirable Skills & Qualifications: Professional membership with RICS, CIOB, or MAPM (or working towards it). Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit . Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline. Behaviours & Attributes: Self-motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic with a keen eye for detail. Ability to manage competing deadlines and work well under pressure. A commitment to health, safety, and compliance. A team player with a willingness to mentor others and contribute to a collaborative environment. Why Join This Team? Career Progression: Support to achieve Chartered Member status with RICS. Exciting Projects: Work on a variety of impactful projects. Professional Development: Be part of an innovative and supportive team dedicated to excellence. About the Employer: My client is a trusted name in the construction consultancy sector, known for delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions. With an expanding portfolio and a growing team, this is a great time to join them and contribute to their ongoing success. If this sounds like the next step in your career, please apply or contact Charlie Voss on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).

A renowned cost consultancy is seeking a dedicated and career-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Manchester team. The Senior Quantity Surveyors' role Renowned for delivering some of the most innovative, sustainable, and successful construction projects, this consultancy offers an unparalleled opportunity to work across a variety of sectors and high-profile developments. As the new Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the delivery of complex commercial, residential, mixed-use schemes, as well as unique cultural venues and international stadia. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee a range of cost management services, including feasibility estimating, strategic advice, cost planning, and benchmarking. Additionally, you will provide procurement and contract advice, manage final account negotiations, act as Employers' Agent, and deliver fund monitoring and reinstatement cost assessments. The Senior Quantity Surveyor A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (BSc or MSc preferred) Strong experience in cost management and project delivery across diverse sectors A track record of managing commercial, residential, or cultural projects Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills MRICS qualification A proactive and detail-oriented approach with a focus on delivering excellence What's on offer? 55,000 - 65,000 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays' Hybrid and flexible working structures Pension contribution Continuous professional development Private healthcare Social company events Bonus structure Gym membership Retail discount scheme Car allowance If you're a Quantity Surveyor considering your career options, then please contact Olivia Gregson at Brandon James. (phone number removed) (phone number removed) Ref: Quantity Surveyor Quantity Surveying BS Construction Consultancy MRICS RICS APC Cost Management Senior Quantity Surveyor Manchester

Are you an experienced construction professional with experience in Fund Monitoring Surveying? Are you looking to join an established consultancy team? Looking to work on prestigious schemes? Then apply below! An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Fund Monitoring Surveyor to join a boutique Property firm in Surrey. You will have the opportunity to advise real estate stake holders on their interests in development schemes. You will have the opportunity to work within sectors including residential, commercial, hotels, retail and industrial. If you have an interest in real estate development, then this is the role for you! The role of the Fund Monitoring Surveyor: You will typically be advising clients as part of a full initial review of development proposals, reporting and advising on all aspects of the delivery of a real estate development (developer credentials, financing, appraisal budgets, programme, design, statutory consents, third party legal agreements, site investigations and construction commercial set up) and identifying development risks - with advice feeding into the structuring of transactions. This is then followed by monthly monitoring of the development, reporting on progress and how the various risks and challenges in the development process are being managed. The role requires direct liaison with clients, developers and their professional teams and as such, excellent inter-personal skills are key.As the Fund Monitoring Surveyor your background will be: Degree qualified in a relevant construction or property discipline Background in construction, development or property (quantity surveying, project management or building surveying background) Strong professional / technical skill set MRICS qualification preferable Self-starter who is eager to learn and progress Excellent people and communication skills Good report writing skills Dynamic and personable Strong business development skills Leadership and line management experience/interest

One of Bristol's leading consturction consultancies is actively recruiting an Intermediate QS or Fund Monitoring Surveyor to be based in Bristol. THE COMPANY The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South West highest profile developments. Projects can range from Public to Private sector to suit the candidates preference. Values can range from £5 million to £30 size projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Intermediate Quantity Surveyor and FM Surveyor level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take full client ownership and work on projects across a range of sectors. Value of projects can range from £1 - £20 million. The projects will be within the Retail and Leisure sectors but long term have a number of opportunities to get involved in anything from Residential, Commercial, Education and Health. THE CANDIDATE The successful Fund Monitoring Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor / FM on the Consultancy / PQS side Have experience working on projects within Property / Building Have experience working on projects from inception to completion Have good communication and client facing skills WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the South Wests most high-profile projects They are actively looking to recruit several people which projects career opportunities to Senior level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Lewis Ashman on (phone number removed) for more information

Are you an experienced construction professional with experience in Fund Monitoring Surveying? Are you looking to join an established consultancy team? Looking to work on prestigious schemes? Then apply below! An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Fund Monitoring Surveyor to join a boutique Property firm in Surrey. You will have the opportunity to advise real estate stake holders on their interests in development schemes. You will have the opportunity to work within sectors including residential, commercial, hotels, retail and industrial. If you have an interest in real estate development, then this is the role for you! The role of the Fund Monitoring Surveyor: You will typically be advising clients as part of a full initial review of development proposals, reporting and advising on all aspects of the delivery of a real estate development (developer credentials, financing, appraisal budgets, programme, design, statutory consents, third party legal agreements, site investigations and construction commercial set up) and identifying development risks - with advice feeding into the structuring of transactions. This is then followed by monthly monitoring of the development, reporting on progress and how the various risks and challenges in the development process are being managed. The role requires direct liaison with clients, developers and their professional teams and as such, excellent inter-personal skills are key.As the Fund Monitoring Surveyor your background will be: Degree qualified in a relevant construction or property discipline Background in construction, development or property (quantity surveying, project management or building surveying background) Strong professional / technical skill set MRICS qualification preferable Self-starter who is eager to learn and progress Excellent people and communication skills Good report writing skills Dynamic and personable Strong business development skills Leadership and line management experience/interest

One of Bristol's leading consturction consultancies is actively recruiting an Intermediate QS or Fund Monitoring Surveyor to be based in Bristol. THE COMPANY The client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South West highest profile developments. Projects can range from Public to Private sector to suit the candidates preference. Values can range from £5 million to £30 size projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Intermediate Quantity Surveyor and FM Surveyor level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be given the opportunity to take full client ownership and work on projects across a range of sectors. Value of projects can range from £1 - £20 million. The projects will be within the Retail and Leisure sectors but long term have a number of opportunities to get involved in anything from Residential, Commercial, Education and Health. THE CANDIDATE The successful Fund Monitoring Surveyor must: Have a degree in Quantity Surveying Have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor / FM on the Consultancy / PQS side Have experience working on projects within Property / Building Have experience working on projects from inception to completion Have good communication and client facing skills WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the South Wests most high-profile projects They are actively looking to recruit several people which projects career opportunities to Senior level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Lewis Ashman on (phone number removed) for more information

Are you aspiring to become an Associate Director of a Building Surveying consultancy? Are you an ambitious Senior Surveyor or Associate looking for your next career challenge? Maybe there is a ceiling to your development with your current employer with both renumeration and progression? If any of the above appeals keep reading… Our client Is a well-established global brand and has a had a strong UK presence for over 150 years which makes their knowledge of global and local markets second to none. Due to an increase in opportunities and workload, they are seeking to strengthen their team with an experienced Building Surveyor who is forward thinking and ready to take on fresh challenges an Associate Director role would present. Key responsibilities will include: · Taking and being responsible for instructions, from inception through to completion; · Working as part of a local and national team for the delivery of instructions, for our Occupier and Investor client accounts; · Responsible for managing own workload on day-to-day and longer term basis; · Responsible for managing the work of direct reports; · Undertaking technical due diligence instructions, working with external specialist consultants; · Design and Contract Administration duties principally for Cat A office refurbishment, repair and maintenance projects; · Dilapidations, acting for both landlords and tenants, covering both assessments, schedule preparation and negotiation; · Appraising and monitoring new developments for owners, occupiers and funders; · Undertaking reinstatement cost assessments; · Preparing planned preventative maintenance schedules; · Managing Licences to Alter; As well as the technical requirements, you will be involved with and support business development activities. You will support and manage client relationships, often at a senior level, and work within the department to identify, build and maintain new business opportunities. Attractive salary package to be negotiated on an individual basis

We are currently working with an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. The opportunity The senior building surveyor required to support in the delivery and management of an expanding team in the Birmingham region. You should be experienced in providing both professional and project delivery building surveying services working across a good breadth of sectors. Our service offering tends to focus on national programmes of work involving significant size and scale. The offering includes: * Programmes of survey instructions that include condition, dilapidations, investment due diligence and defect surveys. * Programmes of refurbishment and maintenance project delivery or management and contract administration commissions. * Specialist services to include party wall and bank/fund monitoring. Due to a healthy portfolio of existing clients, combined with a significant increase in newly secured work, the team based out of Birmingham has decided to increase its headcount. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, experienced building surveying team that has no glass ceiling and can provide you with a solid platform to develop your career at the pace you want it to. Your responsibilities will include: * Preparing feasibility studies and recommendations. * Providing effective stakeholder engagement and briefing. * Scoping, estimating, and presenting reports. * Undertaking surveys, design, and specification services. * Respecting and delivering services in accordance with best practice (and all legislation) in relation to asbestos, health, and safety etc. * Managing a timely and effective post contract administration and final account agreement. * Taking personal responsibility for service delivery. * Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages. * Working with associate directors and directors to construct bids for new work. * Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the sense internal database. About you You have a degree in building surveying or equivalent and a member of the relevant institute such as RICS would be beneficial. You have knowledge and competency in building surveying. You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams. You will have a building surveying experience in a consultancy environment and be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities the company has to offer. “People Group are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees

We are currently working with an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. The opportunity The senior building surveyor required to support in the delivery and management of an expanding team in the Manchester region. You should be experienced in providing both professional and project delivery building surveying services working across a good breadth of sectors. Our service offering tends to focus on national programmes of work involving significant size and scale. The offering includes: * Programmes of survey instructions that include condition, dilapidations, investment due diligence and defect surveys. * Programmes of refurbishment and maintenance project delivery or management and contract administration commissions. * Specialist services to include party wall and bank/fund monitoring. Due to a healthy portfolio of existing clients, combined with a significant increase in newly secured work, the team based out of Manchester has decided to increase its headcount. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, experienced building surveying team that has no glass ceiling and can provide you with a solid platform to develop your career at the pace you want it to. Your responsibilities will include: * Preparing feasibility studies and recommendations. * Providing effective stakeholder engagement and briefing. * Scoping, estimating, and presenting reports. * Undertaking surveys, design, and specification services. * Respecting and delivering services in accordance with best practice (and all legislation) in relation to asbestos, health, and safety etc. * Managing a timely and effective post contract administration and final account agreement. * Taking personal responsibility for service delivery. * Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages. * Working with associate directors and directors to construct bids for new work. * Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is input into the sense internal database. About you You have a degree in building surveying or equivalent and a member of the relevant institute such as RICS would be beneficial. You have knowledge and competency in building surveying. You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams. You will have a building surveying experience in a consultancy environment and be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities the company has to offer. “People Group are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to promoting an inclusive environment for both our clients and employees

Responsibilities: Monitor and oversee your own portfolio of developments, some of which will be monitored by external PMS firms and others will require direct monitoring Visit sites and prepare monthly reports for developments monitored internally Prepare site inspection reports for developments with an external PMS Review external PMS monitoring reports Review Initial Reports prepared by external PMS firms Assist the Debt Finance Directors in closing out any technical queries Technical and cost due diligence on development loans Risk management and prevention Investigate issues raised by staff and external monitoring surveyors Attendance at monthly progress meetings as required Observing and ensuring typical key project deliverable's are being progressed appropriately Fulfilling the role of a typical PMS General advice relating to developments Requirements: Good understanding of the development and funding process Practical and pragmatic approach to problem solving Able to form an independent view in decision making Conscientious, diligent by nature, technically minded Access to properties in London and the regions Ability to manage multiple live jobs Good organisational skills, able to prioritise and balance numerous activities and demands Successful track record in monitoring and project delivery Technical Knowledge: From a PQS/Consultancy background RICS Chartered Surveyor Qualified QS, Building Surveyor, PM or similar Senior management level Project and development/Bank monitoring experience Good technical knowledge and experience in construction projects, processes and procurement Awareness and experience of construction commercial documentation

The Estate Manager is a pivotal role within our company. You will be responsible for coordinating all of the resources (internal & external) to effectively manage a portfolio of residential estates and deliver outstanding service to our customers. The role has 3 key parts: controlling the financial aspects of an estate (preparing budgets, monitoring expenditure), implementing the planned & reactive maintenance programme and communicating with key stakeholders (chairing meetings and writing letters/reports). Critical Success Requirements These are the key competencies a successful candidate will demonstrate: Financial & management competency – The ability to understand, analyse and interpret financial information (eg. budgets) to ensure we are managing our clients’ service charge effectively and prudently against an estate’s current requirements (including legislative obligations) and future needs. Drafting budgets, monitoring expenditure and reporting to Directors are key parts of an Estate Manager’s role. Successful implementation:  thorough & accountable – A desire and willingness to systematically and diligently do what needs to be done to ensure key milestones are achieved on time & on budget. To manage valuable assets effectively, everything must be in order and our obligations must be fulfilled. It is not just about ticking a list, you need to actively understand and control what needs to be done. Being accountable is about taking personal responsibility to deliver on your promises, reacting quickly when the situation demands and resolving issues to completion. Customer service mentality & strong communication skills – We exist because of our customers. An Estate Manager is the custodian of our customer relationships. Our challenge is to earn our customers’ trust and confidence through our actions. A key part of this is the timely and accurate provision of information. Our correspondence needs to be first rate and you need to be able to chair large meetings, and if the occasion arises, resolve a dispute diplomatically. Business maturity – The ability to think and act professionally. You must be able to gather information, interpret it and solve complex problems or make logical decisions which have the greatest positive impact. Once a decision has been made, you will have the ability to develop the plan to enact it and implement accordingly. Responsibilities In all areas, ensure that company policies and procedures are consistently applied to required standards. Outcome 1:  The key milestones & KPIs are achieved Milestone Management:  You will ensure the cyclical tasks and reactive works are accomplished ontime (within the specified timescales), liaising with all internal departments as required. KPI achievement:  Monitor and achieve Key Performance Indicator targets (eg. on topics such as Arrears, Quality Audits etc). Action Plan:  Maintain an up-to-date Plan of Action, ensuring all items actioned and tracked to resolution. Reporting:  Report to the General Manager and Encore Directors on a regular basis, covering all matters relating to each estate. Outcome 2:  The financial aspects of our estates are effectively managed Budgets:  Prepare, review and implement annual budgets for each estate (in accordance with our procedures), ensuring the budget is approved and demands are issued on time. Expenditure Control:  Generate purchase orders and authorise payment of all invoices for works associated with the service charge for each estate. Monitoring:  Undertake regular income & expenditure reviews (monthly/quarterly) of expenditure versus budget to ensure the financial health of each estate. Identify any financial issues (eg. arrears, cash-flow) and implement corrective measures where required. Reporting:  Prepare regular reporting (monthly/quarterly) on the key management and financial aspects of your estates to Directors/Freeholders. Annual Accounts:  Ensure the annual accounts (prepared by the Accounts team) are accurate and completed on time. Prepare necessary commentary where appropriate. Outcome 3:  The Maintenance aspects of our estates are effectively managed Planned Maintenance Schedule:  Ensure a comprehensive Planned Maintenance Schedule is in place for each estate and reviewed annually. Ensure all planned jobs are completed on time and contracts are tendered appropriately. Site Inspections:  Conduct regular planned site visits (per agreed schedule) to ensure standards are upheld. File Inspection Reports appropriately and ensure any actions are successfully addressed. Reactive Works:  Handle reported maintenance issues in a timely and effective manner (following internal procedures), communicating with affected parties appropriately. Contractors:  Manage the approval and appointment of all Contractors. Lease:  Be fully conversant with the head lease – the rules, regulations and obligations – and manage accordingly. Insurance:  Ensure the insurance cover is up-to-date and appropriate for each property/estate. Insurance Claims:  Ensure all insurance claims are handled promptly and reconciled appropriately. Work Assessment:  Approve and assess all planned and regular maintenance work. Site Information & Asset Register:  Ensure our database is consistently up-to-date and compile/maintain an asset register for all estates. Health & Safety:  Ensure that health & safety legislation, policies and recommendations are adhered to at all times. Ensure appropriate Health & Safety reports are maintained and actioned appropriately for each estate. Major Works:  Ensure each estate has an effective major works programme (and necessary Reserve Fund) to comply with the lease and maintain the condition of the estate. Review annually and successfully manage the major works programme (in conjunction with Building Surveyor). Outcome 4:  Provide excellent customer service and achieve customer satisfaction Excellent Communication Output:  Produce quality correspondence to Directors and Residents that is professional, mistake-free and easy to understand (in plain English). This involves letters, budget information, meeting minutes, newsletters and general correspondence. Excellent Communication Practices:  Respond to correspondence/customer contact in a timely manner (in accordance with company standards), in an appropriate way (not always email) and with a professional and helpful manner. Ensure cyclical correspondence is issued on time and regular, per the agreed schedule. Client Relationships:  Maintain excellent client relationships, especially with Directors. Client Meetings:  Organise, prepare and successfully lead Directors meetings, Resident meetings or AGMs. Issue Resolution:  Resolve any problems/complaints from residents, tenants and lessees effectively and diplomatically. Data Management:  Manage hard and soft copy data and e-mails, ensuring all client files are up to date and stored appropriately. Skills & Experience Required The successful candidate will present with the following: Qualifications Degree preferable. A good standard of education is essential. IRPM Part 1 is essential. Other property qualifications (eg. RICS) are desirable. Experience 5 years+ relevant management experience. While a background in estate management is desirable, your experience could be in surveying or property management Strong experience of budget management, financial control and delivering cost-efficiency Knowledge of relevant legislation (eg. Landlord & Tenant Act, RICS Code etc) Detailed working knowledge of building management, systems maintenance and repair projects Customer relationship management Skills Excellent time management, prioritisation, delegation and project management skills Excellent numeracy/analytical skills and competency in dealing with financial information Excellent communication skills – letter writing and the written and verbal presentation of information Excellent computer skills – knowledge of Qube would be an advantage. Proficient in all Microsoft programmes and competent in mail merging. Excellent people skills – an ability to adapt your style as required Excellent commercial skills – demonstrate an awareness of commercial reality Behaviours Accountable:  take personal responsibility for seeing things through to successful resolution Thorough:  attention to detail, the ability to think things through – not just follow a checklist Commitment:  take pride in your work and care about your/the team’s performance Mature:  common-sense approach. Remain calm & measured while juggling multiple projects Positive:  an optimistic, can-do attitude that improves team morale These are the key responsibilities of the role. There will be other general duties associated with the position. To be eligible, a candidate must be legally able to work in the UK and have a full, ‘clean’ driving licence.

An opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a market leader in multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, offering project management, cost consultancy, employers agent, fund monitoring and development management services. Joining their energetic and vibrant team in a fantastic office space which is easily accessible from all major Manchester stations, you will receive 27 days holiday, free coffee/bar, access to the rooftop terrace/pool table and a pension scheme. As a Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include: - Working directly with clients to develop and define projects from the beginning through to the project end. - Liaising with clients throughout all stages of projects and fostering and developing relationships with them. - Monitoring the communication of a project status and providing the costing on design solutions. - Managing projects through to completion, taking responsibility for their successful delivery. - Data Management and inputting into value engineering. - Estimating and planning costs, preparing full tender documentations and financial reports. - Administering cost/variation procedures. - Conducting cost checks, carrying out valuations ensuring projects complete to a time and cost-effective manner. We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor who has the following skills and experiences: - A Quantity Surveying Degree is essential. - Experience in residential sectors preferred, working on complex projects with the ability to quickly understand business and technical concepts. - Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office suite and the ability to work flexibly with strong organisational skills to manage workload. - Previous experience using JCT design and build form of contract is essential. Experience working for a reputable national/regional PQS is desirable. - The ability to work under pressure, while liaising with internal and external stakeholders, be flexible, with high accuracy and a good attention to detail. - Financially & commercially astute. You will be joining a business that prides themselves on providing the level of professionalism, expertise and commitment expected of an industry leader together with the dynamism and flexibility of a smaller practice, they deliver their services on a wide range of schemes across both private and public sectors, including large residential projects, luxury private sector housing schemes, and large healthcare projects. The successful Quantity Surveyor will receive a salary of £47,000 - £52,000 per annum, with excellent company benefits and amazing progression potential.

Singh & Jones are working with a well known manufacturer of Aluminum windows, doors and curtain wall products, based in the West Midlands. A business which has grown organically, with a turnover of £100m and has 350 employees, are looking to recruit in strategic areas of the business. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estimator with a curtain wall background. The position will be reporting to the Technical Servies Director and the duties will include; * Setting up of processes and KPIs for the team to ensure smooth running of the estimating team. * Monitoring contract costs and estimating team’s workload * Report against project pipeline, understand conversion rates, and prioritise focus in line with company objectives (Product type, client and size etc,) * Understand and report against lost / won reasons and ensure estimating function affected to ensure improvements. * Receive tender enquiries and produce general take-offs to produce quotations and estimates using an in-house software package. * Ensure robust processes and procedure implemented and adhered to ensure accuracy and repeatability * Obtain raw material costs by liaising with suppliers as appropriate * Process quotations, and ensure company Terms and Conditions always engaged in agreement * Handling samples and project mock-up requests to support clients * Prepare budget estimates for architects / quantity surveyors * Handle telephone enquiries from architects / clients / quantity surveyors / contractors * Visit clients / sites as and when required * Maintain paper and electronic filing systems * Assist in the generation of orders and of contract costs for each order won * Agree and advise customers of initial order deliveries and initial acknowledgements Being customer savvy with an understanding of following up on enquiries is fundamental. Learning about the products, which in turn will determine solutions and options for customers. Being a lateral thinker, who is able to look at multiple revenue streams is a must

The Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team based from our Croydon Head Office. This unique position offers you flexibility and the opportunity to develop your career! Core tasks and Duties: The role includes all aspects of quantity surveying and cost consultancy including; pre and post contract duties, preparation of tenders, cost planning, compiling estimates, contract administrative agreement of final accounts, value engineering and procurements / standardisation work: Ensure clients achieve their stated objectives through close teamwork, proactive cost control and the provision of contractual advice; Managing internal resources to provide a full range of QS functions to enable projects to proceed from inception to completion; Attend meetings, prepare financial reports and monitor on the status of projects; Prepare full tender documentation together with advice on contractors, specialists, as well as advice on procurement routes; Full post contract Surveying duties including establishing the effect of variations, settlement of account and disputes; Fulfilling the role of Independent Monitoring Surveyor including Initial due diligence report to assess the Funders risk profile, interim site inspections and draw down reports, liaison with the wider project team. Training and Benefits We believe in professional and personal growth and support this through training, sponsorships and apprenticeships at all stages of your career, with access to: RICS approved structured APC training; Cross sector experience; Professional development training; Flexible but structured career path; Friendly working environment; Open communication with Senior Management; Competitive Salary and Benefits Packages. Person Specification Desired Skills and Requirements Hold a construction related degree; Completed or working towards APC for MRICS chartered status; Experience and knowledge of the Bank Monitoring process; Knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office suite; Ability to work flexibly with strong organisational skills to manage workload; Innovative and adaptable to change with a professional and dedicated attitude; Willingness to develop, learn and progress within your career; Possess strong communication skills and can consistently offer an excellent standard of customer care; Hold a full clean driving licence as this role will involve regular travel.   Experience: Bank Monitoring: 1 year (Preferred) surveying: 3 years (Required) Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred) Licence: MRICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) (Preferred)

Senior Valuation Surveyor needed in North London Ref 9590 To act as the lead contact to Housing Services from Corporate Estate providing valuation advice in respect of Regeneration projects such as redevelopment, residential valuation work including RTBs and leasehold enfranchisement to ensure that all work is undertaken promptly and within statutory timelines, where required. To act as the lead contact within Corporate Estate, support Housing with property acquisitions, particularly in respect of the Regeneration Project and the possible CPO. Undertake tasks to ensure the efficient management of the property portfolio including lease renewals, rent reviews and the letting of vacant property to include shops, industrial units, offices etc. Assist with monitoring and resolution of rental arrears. Prepare evidence for Public Enquiries, Arbitration, and Court Cases and attend the same as necessary Undertake asset valuations of all types of assets in the General Fund and HRA portfolios in accordance with the RICS - Professional Standards. Undertake the disposal of surplus assets by either private treaty or auction. Acquisition of property for service provision or development by private treaty or CPO including negotiation the settlement of compensation claims, and if required preparing evidence for Lands Tribunal Cases. Provide commercial property investment and valuation input into any property and service reviews to maximise the potential of assets.

Residential  (Estate) Property Manager - London -  OUR CLIENT  has been established for over a quarter of a century and in that time have amassed a £multi-billion portfolio of assets under management in the UK and Globally covering both commercial and residential properties. They have now instructed us to help them recruit a Residential Property Manager to join their successful Management Team.  THE ROLE  of Estate / Property Manager will assist the Management Team with the efficient management of a designated property portfolio comprising of residential and mixed use properties, to include but not limited to the following tasks: Client Care Preparing reports for the Board Proposing recommendations and obtaining instructions on matters concerning the effective management of the managed portfolio. Maintaining good Landlord and Tenant relationships by providing a high quality service to all tenants and leaseholders of the Group. Day To Day Management Liaising with leaseholders, tenants, residents associations through general correspondence, emails, letters, newsletters, circulars, in a prompt and professional manner. Preparing Tenant Handbooks in accordance with the Groups policies and procedures. Attending residents' meetings as required. Reading and interpreting leases to ensure that the portfolio is managed in accordance with the provisions of the lease. Managing site staff and taking advice from Group Resources where necessary. Maintaining property records in accordance with the Group's policies and procedures. Handling Insurance Claims in accordance with the Group's procedures. Undertaking routine Property Inspections in accordance with the Group's procedures and identifying any building defects/ maintenance issues and dealing with these accordingly. Maintenance Handling maintenance issues, both reactive and planned to ensure that the Group does not find itself in breach of its repairing obligations. Managing Contractors to ensure that works are carried out in a proper and workmanlike manner and at a reasonable cost. Setting up Service Level Agreements and monitoring these to ensure that the contractual standard is being met. Specifying minor works and obtaining comparative quotes. Liaising with the Area Building Surveyor regarding any complex building maintenance issues. Carrying out audit/ spot check works before signing off invoices for payment. Qualifying Works & Long Term Agreements Working with the Regional Surveyor to identify and implement 'major works' projects. Overseeing budget for 'major works', ensuring that leaseholders are given advance warning of any significant increases as a result of planned works. Preparing reports for Major Works Committee and once instructed, prepare Section 20 Consultation notices for solicitors approval and, once approved, consult with leaseholders and liaise with them throughout the course of the works. Legal Liaising with the Legal Department and attend court as required in respect of leasehold disputes. Handling disputes/ breaches of lease in a proactive way and ensure that s.146 rights are preserved and seek instructions to engage solicitors as necessary. Assisting the Legal Department with any licence to alter applications, statutory lease extension and enfranchisement claims. H&S Managing H&S across the designated portfolio utilising the Group's Management Information Systems and handling any actions arising promptly. Review statutory inspection reports and deal with any remedial works/ recommendations which are raised, in a commercially focused manner, seeking advice from Regional Executive/ external consultants as necessary. Financial Preparing Service Charge Budgets in a timely fashion and monitor expenditure ensuring it is within budget. Setting up Reserve Funds to ensure that major works can be undertaken. Assisting with the preparation of end of year accounts and answering expenditure queries from external auditors, accounts and leaseholders. Carrying out any other tasks, as directed by the Management Team, THE PERSON:  The successful candidate must have at least 2 years' experience in a similar role and ideally a degree or similar in related studies. It would be advantageous if the incumbent is qualified AIRPM, MIRPM or AssocRICS. To apply you will also need to be confident with L&T and H&S legislation, RICS and ARMA guidelines and other best practices applicable to residential and mixed use property management. Knowledge of HORIZON and QUBE would be an advantage. This role is best suited to someone with excellent communication skills, able to multi-task and work well under pressure. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established property company in London.

A leading, established and highly regarded Construction Consultancy, who provide a variety of services, including Quantity Surveying, are now looking for a confident Quantity Surveyor, to join their team in Nottingham. The Quantity Surveyors Role Supporting fellow Quantity Surveyors and reporting to the Directors, you will work on the delivery of projects to a wide range of funders, developers and banks. The successful Quantity Surveyor will delivery general QS duties, from pre contract right through to completion of projects, with more oppportunity to go down the fund monitor route. Excellent technical writing and communication skills. Well organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well disciplined and commercially astute. Strong IT & Presentation Skills. Articulate Report Writing Skills. The Quantity Surveyor BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying Ambition to become MRICS (or already MRICS) Fund monitoring would be ideal not essential Confidence, ambition and eagerness to learn In Return? £50,000 - £55,000 25 Annual leave Pension scheme Professional membership fees Company Bonus Healthcare plan Career development

Residential  (Estate) Property Manager - London -  OUR CLIENT  has been established for over a quarter of a century and in that time have amassed a £multi-billion portfolio of assets under management in the UK and Globally covering both commercial and residential properties. They have now instructed us to help them recruit a Residential Property Manager to join their successful Management Team.  THE ROLE  of Estate / Property Manager will assist the Management Team with the efficient management of a designated property portfolio comprising of residential and mixed use properties, to include but not limited to the following tasks: Client Care Preparing reports for the Board Proposing recommendations and obtaining instructions on matters concerning the effective management of the managed portfolio. Maintaining good Landlord and Tenant relationships by providing a high quality service to all tenants and leaseholders of the Group. Day To Day Management Liaising with leaseholders, tenants, residents associations through general correspondence, emails, letters, newsletters, circulars, in a prompt and professional manner. Preparing Tenant Handbooks in accordance with the Groups policies and procedures. Attending residents' meetings as required. Reading and interpreting leases to ensure that the portfolio is managed in accordance with the provisions of the lease. Managing site staff and taking advice from Group Resources where necessary. Maintaining property records in accordance with the Group's policies and procedures. Handling Insurance Claims in accordance with the Group's procedures. Undertaking routine Property Inspections in accordance with the Group's procedures and identifying any building defects/ maintenance issues and dealing with these accordingly. Maintenance Handling maintenance issues, both reactive and planned to ensure that the Group does not find itself in breach of its repairing obligations. Managing Contractors to ensure that works are carried out in a proper and workmanlike manner and at a reasonable cost. Setting up Service Level Agreements and monitoring these to ensure that the contractual standard is being met. Specifying minor works and obtaining comparative quotes. Liaising with the Area Building Surveyor regarding any complex building maintenance issues. Carrying out audit/ spot check works before signing off invoices for payment. Qualifying Works & Long Term Agreements Working with the Regional Surveyor to identify and implement 'major works' projects. Overseeing budget for 'major works', ensuring that leaseholders are given advance warning of any significant increases as a result of planned works. Preparing reports for Major Works Committee and once instructed, prepare Section 20 Consultation notices for solicitors approval and, once approved, consult with leaseholders and liaise with them throughout the course of the works. Legal Liaising with the Legal Department and attend court as required in respect of leasehold disputes. Handling disputes/ breaches of lease in a proactive way and ensure that s.146 rights are preserved and seek instructions to engage solicitors as necessary. Assisting the Legal Department with any licence to alter applications, statutory lease extension and enfranchisement claims. H&S Managing H&S across the designated portfolio utilising the Group's Management Information Systems and handling any actions arising promptly. Review statutory inspection reports and deal with any remedial works/ recommendations which are raised, in a commercially focused manner, seeking advice from Regional Executive/ external consultants as necessary. Financial Preparing Service Charge Budgets in a timely fashion and monitor expenditure ensuring it is within budget. Setting up Reserve Funds to ensure that major works can be undertaken. Assisting with the preparation of end of year accounts and answering expenditure queries from external auditors, accounts and leaseholders. Carrying out any other tasks, as directed by the Management Team, THE PERSON:  The successful candidate must have at least 2 years' experience in a similar role and ideally a degree or similar in related studies. It would be advantageous if the incumbent is qualified AIRPM, MIRPM or AssocRICS. To apply you will also need to be confident with L&T and H&S legislation, RICS and ARMA guidelines and other best practices applicable to residential and mixed use property management. Knowledge of HORIZON and QUBE would be an advantage. This role is best suited to someone with excellent communication skills, able to multi-task and work well under pressure. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established property company in London.

My client is a company specialising in the acquisition and delivery of strategic land for the housing development market and in the investment and development of land and properties for the commercial property market, they are a long established family owned property company with an enviable reputation and track record of creating innovative land and property solutions that maximise returns for land owners occupiers and investors. Operating across the South West, Midlands and South Wales they are a well trusted, well funded and dynamic property company that provides the complete development solution who are looking for an all round mid to senior level Quantity Surveyor with experience with site supervision and project management. This position will suit an accomplished Quantity Surveyor keen to progress their career, but would consider someone senior with relevant experience. Responsibilities: providing support to design and team; preparing valuations for interim application for payment including variations preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts and contra charges preparing sub-contract enquiries and order documentation re-measurement of Bills of Quantities preparing cost budgets and prices for contract variations preparing subcontract valuation and payment certificates monitoring costs to ensure budgets are met preparation of contract claims information evaluating/selecting subcontract tenders checking material sizes and quantities for procurement setting up and maintaining contract files Requirements: Ability to manage and effectively monitor sub-contractors Site supervision and project management experience essential Have excellent communication – both oral and written, numeric and computer skills