POST TITLE: Assistant / Graduate Quantity Surveyor RESPONSIBLE TO: Partners of the Practice Responsible for: Financial control of Building and Civil Engineering contracts and production of tender documentation. Overall Job Purpose
To provide an efficient and effective construction financial management service the practice’s clients. Key Tasks and Responsibilities 1. Provision of financial expertise in the delivery of the practice’s service to its clients. 2. To produce estimates for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 3. To produce tender documents for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 4. To prepare valuations, financial statements and produce and agree final accounts with contractors for construction works under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 5. To undertake all works in accordance with the firms QA procedures. 6. To utilise and develop the firms computerised systems. 7. To advise the Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor of disputes with contractors as and when they arise. 8. To work in a team in undertaking the Practice’s business. 9. Undertake liaison with other members of the construction team as and when required to efficiently undertake the Practice’s work. 10. To comply with existing and future legislation relating to the work being undertaken. 11. To comply with the firms Health & Safety Policy. 12. To represent and promote the Practice at meetings when called upon to do so. 13. To represent and promote the Practice at all times. Personal Requirements 1. Type of Experience: Up to five years post qualification experience. Specific knowledge and experience of SMM7 along with working knowledge of JCT and other forms of contract, previous PQS experience, working with Government, or Local Authority funded bodies are desirable. 2. Qualifications: Minimum BSc in Quantity Surveying working towards MRICS membership of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. 3. Contact with People: The post holder will have contact with the practice’s clients and other members of the construction team. 4. Accountability: Responsible for the financial control of significant/substantial budgets working under the supervision of the Partner in charge of the scheme or an appointed Associate or senior surveyor. 5. Managerial and Supervisory Responsibility: May at times be required to supervise junior surveyors. 6. Special Attributes: The post holder will be a team player capable of working to deadlines. With a flexible approach to financial management. 7. Physical Requirements: The post holder will be physically and mentally able to undertake the full remit of the responsibilities of the post. 8. Other Factors: A full UK driving licence is desirable
Feb 27, 2017
Full time
POST TITLE: Assistant / Graduate Quantity Surveyor RESPONSIBLE TO: Partners of the Practice Responsible for: Financial control of Building and Civil Engineering contracts and production of tender documentation. Overall Job Purpose
To provide an efficient and effective construction financial management service the practice’s clients. Key Tasks and Responsibilities 1. Provision of financial expertise in the delivery of the practice’s service to its clients. 2. To produce estimates for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 3. To produce tender documents for construction schemes under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 4. To prepare valuations, financial statements and produce and agree final accounts with contractors for construction works under the supervision of a Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor. 5. To undertake all works in accordance with the firms QA procedures. 6. To utilise and develop the firms computerised systems. 7. To advise the Partner, Associate or Senior Surveyor of disputes with contractors as and when they arise. 8. To work in a team in undertaking the Practice’s business. 9. Undertake liaison with other members of the construction team as and when required to efficiently undertake the Practice’s work. 10. To comply with existing and future legislation relating to the work being undertaken. 11. To comply with the firms Health & Safety Policy. 12. To represent and promote the Practice at meetings when called upon to do so. 13. To represent and promote the Practice at all times. Personal Requirements 1. Type of Experience: Up to five years post qualification experience. Specific knowledge and experience of SMM7 along with working knowledge of JCT and other forms of contract, previous PQS experience, working with Government, or Local Authority funded bodies are desirable. 2. Qualifications: Minimum BSc in Quantity Surveying working towards MRICS membership of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. 3. Contact with People: The post holder will have contact with the practice’s clients and other members of the construction team. 4. Accountability: Responsible for the financial control of significant/substantial budgets working under the supervision of the Partner in charge of the scheme or an appointed Associate or senior surveyor. 5. Managerial and Supervisory Responsibility: May at times be required to supervise junior surveyors. 6. Special Attributes: The post holder will be a team player capable of working to deadlines. With a flexible approach to financial management. 7. Physical Requirements: The post holder will be physically and mentally able to undertake the full remit of the responsibilities of the post. 8. Other Factors: A full UK driving licence is desirable
The ECS Resource Group are working with a Global Facilities Management and Construction company to source a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will become an integral part of up and coming projects won by the business. *New Build & DB experience essential *Previous experience on Prisons/MOD or similar desirable *Previous experience of healthcare facilities advantageous *Desirable to hold CTC security clearance *Experience working on high value projects Further information available upon request
Jan 22, 2020
Contractor
The ECS Resource Group are working with a Global Facilities Management and Construction company to source a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will become an integral part of up and coming projects won by the business. *New Build & DB experience essential *Previous experience on Prisons/MOD or similar desirable *Previous experience of healthcare facilities advantageous *Desirable to hold CTC security clearance *Experience working on high value projects Further information available upon request
The ECS Resource Group are working with a Global Facilities Management and Construction company to source a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will become an integral part of up and coming projects won by the business. *New Build & DB experience essential *Previous experience on Prisons/MOD or similar desirable *Previous experience of healthcare facilities advantageous *Desirable to hold CTC security clearance *Experience working on high value projects Further information available upon request
Jan 22, 2020
Contractor
The ECS Resource Group are working with a Global Facilities Management and Construction company to source a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will become an integral part of up and coming projects won by the business. *New Build & DB experience essential *Previous experience on Prisons/MOD or similar desirable *Previous experience of healthcare facilities advantageous *Desirable to hold CTC security clearance *Experience working on high value projects Further information available upon request
An award winning property development company has been rapidly expanding their team over the last 2 years are now looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor with residential new build experience in join their team in Surrey.
You will be responsible for managing the costs of our residential property developments to enhance the revenue through careful negotiation and value engineering ideas, this role has the added benefit of working for a local company, privately owned which creates a product for local customers which we can be truly proud of.
Under the direction of the Head of Commercial to ensure contracts are placed with SubContractors at prices which give the best possible value for money and that these are subject to the Company’s standard terms and conditions plus additional conditions as appropriate. Also to ensure contracts are placed in sufficient time to avoid delay occurring to the site works. In addition, to making payments to Sub-Contractors when due.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Head of Commercial to:
Assist with the preparation of building budgets when requested.
Check drawings to ensure the proposals / details are practical and economic.
Prepare Sub-Contract enquiries and send out for pricing in sufficient time to ensure that contracts are placed to suit the building programme.
Prepare and submit for approval a proposed sub contractor tender list.
Prepare Sub-Contract enquiries and send out for pricing in sufficient time to ensure that contacts are placed to suit the building programme.
Obtain a minimum of four competitive prices per trade for Contract work. Analysing prices when returned ensuring they are on a “like for like” basis, establishing the best value for money quotation.
Produce a detailed Trade Specific scope of works and qualification notes to accompany the enquiry documentation.
Present & submit to the Head of Commercial a completed Sub-Contract order approval form.
Place Contracts within approved budget values.
Place contracts / orders with Sub-Contractors in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.
Ensure Sub-Contractors are in possession of a current UTR status and the necessary insurances required under the contract and breakdown of labour / materials and plant, to accurately assess the tax liability.
Process stage payments to Sub-Contractors when due.
Process the deduction of contra charges from Sub-Contractors’ payments at the appropriate date.
Process the deduction of liquidated and ascertained damages where appropriate.
Process payment of retention monies when due.
Keep up to date with work requirements.
Attend company / project meetings as necessary.
Comply with Company controls, regulations and systems.
Issue Sub-Contractors with “Payless notices” to comply with timescales outlined within the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 where necessary.
Produce, agree and process final account for all trades within 8 weeks of project completion.
Produce full “Cost” liabilities report for each project. This is to include services, materials, sub-contract and prelim costs. These liability reports are to be produced on a bi-monthly basis in accordance with timescales set out by the Head of Commercial.
Liaise with & respond to requests from senior members of staff.
Review, value and process variation in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
Update the master sub-contract database with new sub-contractors on a weekly basis.
Assist control resolution of any building legal matters involving Sub-Contractors in conjunction with the Head Of Commercial .
Provide cost advice for Sales Team regarding variations / additional items.
Liaise with Technical Department to obtain information required for pricing / contractual purposes.
Conduct himself / herself in a manner which will not jeopardise or adversely affect the company’s operation.
When agreed by the Head of Commercial / Building Director:
Revise building programme dates.
Alter specifications in Contracts.
Place contracts at sums in excess of the budget value.
Withdraw or reduce the value of contra charges.
Waive the deduction of liquidated and ascertained damages from contracts.
Employ or dismiss staff / operatives or to alter any of the Company’s standard employment conditions.
Alter the Company’s standard terms and conditions.
Produce & issue seven day letters to Sub-Contractors whom are not complying with their contractual obligations.
Terminate Sub-Contractors contract in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Previous residential experience
Minimum 5 years quantity surveying experience required
Working within a team
Strong numerical skills
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Good IT skills – Excel & Word
Attention to detail
Works well under pressure
Good organisational skills
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
An award winning property development company has been rapidly expanding their team over the last 2 years are now looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor with residential new build experience in join their team in Surrey.
You will be responsible for managing the costs of our residential property developments to enhance the revenue through careful negotiation and value engineering ideas, this role has the added benefit of working for a local company, privately owned which creates a product for local customers which we can be truly proud of.
Under the direction of the Head of Commercial to ensure contracts are placed with SubContractors at prices which give the best possible value for money and that these are subject to the Company’s standard terms and conditions plus additional conditions as appropriate. Also to ensure contracts are placed in sufficient time to avoid delay occurring to the site works. In addition, to making payments to Sub-Contractors when due.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Head of Commercial to:
Assist with the preparation of building budgets when requested.
Check drawings to ensure the proposals / details are practical and economic.
Prepare Sub-Contract enquiries and send out for pricing in sufficient time to ensure that contracts are placed to suit the building programme.
Prepare and submit for approval a proposed sub contractor tender list.
Prepare Sub-Contract enquiries and send out for pricing in sufficient time to ensure that contacts are placed to suit the building programme.
Obtain a minimum of four competitive prices per trade for Contract work. Analysing prices when returned ensuring they are on a “like for like” basis, establishing the best value for money quotation.
Produce a detailed Trade Specific scope of works and qualification notes to accompany the enquiry documentation.
Present & submit to the Head of Commercial a completed Sub-Contract order approval form.
Place Contracts within approved budget values.
Place contracts / orders with Sub-Contractors in accordance with agreed terms and conditions.
Ensure Sub-Contractors are in possession of a current UTR status and the necessary insurances required under the contract and breakdown of labour / materials and plant, to accurately assess the tax liability.
Process stage payments to Sub-Contractors when due.
Process the deduction of contra charges from Sub-Contractors’ payments at the appropriate date.
Process the deduction of liquidated and ascertained damages where appropriate.
Process payment of retention monies when due.
Keep up to date with work requirements.
Attend company / project meetings as necessary.
Comply with Company controls, regulations and systems.
Issue Sub-Contractors with “Payless notices” to comply with timescales outlined within the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 where necessary.
Produce, agree and process final account for all trades within 8 weeks of project completion.
Produce full “Cost” liabilities report for each project. This is to include services, materials, sub-contract and prelim costs. These liability reports are to be produced on a bi-monthly basis in accordance with timescales set out by the Head of Commercial.
Liaise with & respond to requests from senior members of staff.
Review, value and process variation in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
Update the master sub-contract database with new sub-contractors on a weekly basis.
Assist control resolution of any building legal matters involving Sub-Contractors in conjunction with the Head Of Commercial .
Provide cost advice for Sales Team regarding variations / additional items.
Liaise with Technical Department to obtain information required for pricing / contractual purposes.
Conduct himself / herself in a manner which will not jeopardise or adversely affect the company’s operation.
When agreed by the Head of Commercial / Building Director:
Revise building programme dates.
Alter specifications in Contracts.
Place contracts at sums in excess of the budget value.
Withdraw or reduce the value of contra charges.
Waive the deduction of liquidated and ascertained damages from contracts.
Employ or dismiss staff / operatives or to alter any of the Company’s standard employment conditions.
Alter the Company’s standard terms and conditions.
Produce & issue seven day letters to Sub-Contractors whom are not complying with their contractual obligations.
Terminate Sub-Contractors contract in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Previous residential experience
Minimum 5 years quantity surveying experience required
Working within a team
Strong numerical skills
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Good IT skills – Excel & Word
Attention to detail
Works well under pressure
Good organisational skills
A highly successful Building Contractor based in Croydon is seeking a commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor with residential experience to join their busy team. This contractor specialises in residential and commercial design & build projects in the South London area and as such are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a successful track record working on residential projects..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
A highly successful Building Contractor based in Croydon is seeking a commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor with residential experience to join their busy team. This contractor specialises in residential and commercial design & build projects in the South London area and as such are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a successful track record working on residential projects..... click apply for full job details
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Senior Quantity Surveyor - North London Our clients are a Construction practice specialising in the civils sector undertaking works such as District Heating, Earthworks, In-situ concrete, Utilities, Drainage, Roads and Pavings. As they continue to grow, they are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in North London...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - North London Our clients are a Construction practice specialising in the civils sector undertaking works such as District Heating, Earthworks, In-situ concrete, Utilities, Drainage, Roads and Pavings. As they continue to grow, they are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in North London...... click apply for full job details
Job Title - Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor Job Type - Permanent or Freelance Role About the company: Our privately owned client have a fantastic reputation within the civil engineering and demolition industry...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Job Title - Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor Job Type - Permanent or Freelance Role About the company: Our privately owned client have a fantastic reputation within the civil engineering and demolition industry...... click apply for full job details
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assistant Quantity Surveyor wanted for a Main Contractor in their Croydon regional office. Assistant Quantity Surveyors will be reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor with full remit for a portfolio of contracts as part of a larger framework...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Assistant Quantity Surveyor wanted for a Main Contractor in their Croydon regional office. Assistant Quantity Surveyors will be reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor with full remit for a portfolio of contracts as part of a larger framework...... click apply for full job details
An interim Senior Quantity Surveyor position has become available due to increasing workload with my client in the Huddersfield area. This contract role is suited to candidates with residential experience, more specifically those with social housing and housing association experience. Projects are on a national basis so travel will be required...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Contractor
An interim Senior Quantity Surveyor position has become available due to increasing workload with my client in the Huddersfield area. This contract role is suited to candidates with residential experience, more specifically those with social housing and housing association experience. Projects are on a national basis so travel will be required...... click apply for full job details
I am currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a fantastic tier 1 main contractor in the City of London.They are offering an amazing opportunity to progress and further develop your careers and skills within an outstanding team.They pride themselves on harvesting fantastic culture with like-minded people who are looking to achieve the same end goal...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
I am currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a fantastic tier 1 main contractor in the City of London.They are offering an amazing opportunity to progress and further develop your careers and skills within an outstanding team.They pride themselves on harvesting fantastic culture with like-minded people who are looking to achieve the same end goal...... click apply for full job details
New position for a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor for a leading Multi-Disciplinary Utilities & Civils Contractor. My client are currently looking to recruit within their Energy division on a National Grid Contract. Requirements: 10 + Years Quantity Surveying experience Main Contracting Background Confident with NEC3 form of Contract Civils & Utilities Background Location: Office Based,..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Contractor
New position for a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor for a leading Multi-Disciplinary Utilities & Civils Contractor. My client are currently looking to recruit within their Energy division on a National Grid Contract. Requirements: 10 + Years Quantity Surveying experience Main Contracting Background Confident with NEC3 form of Contract Civils & Utilities Background Location: Office Based,..... click apply for full job details
Allstaff Recruitment are now recruiting for a Senior Quantity surveyor, for a full time, permanent role, based in the outskirts of Bedford. The purpose of this role is to calculate and manage the cost related to projects within the commercial and contractual aspect of the business, as well as cost control and negotiations with clients and subcontractors...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Allstaff Recruitment are now recruiting for a Senior Quantity surveyor, for a full time, permanent role, based in the outskirts of Bedford. The purpose of this role is to calculate and manage the cost related to projects within the commercial and contractual aspect of the business, as well as cost control and negotiations with clients and subcontractors...... click apply for full job details
Ionic are currently working alongside a main contractor who has been delivering exceptional schemes across the North West for over 40 years covering health care, industrial, student accommodation, mixed-use, commercial, education, leisure, retail and residential developments ranging from £0.5 to £50m in value...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Ionic are currently working alongside a main contractor who has been delivering exceptional schemes across the North West for over 40 years covering health care, industrial, student accommodation, mixed-use, commercial, education, leisure, retail and residential developments ranging from £0.5 to £50m in value...... click apply for full job details
Senior Quantity Surveyor Joining us Be part of the extraordinary Every day at Gleeds, we influence the way people around the world live, work and travel. Delivering on the world's most iconic projects for globally renowned clients, our teams solve complex problems that shape the future of the built environment...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Joining us Be part of the extraordinary Every day at Gleeds, we influence the way people around the world live, work and travel. Delivering on the world's most iconic projects for globally renowned clients, our teams solve complex problems that shape the future of the built environment...... click apply for full job details
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Keen to work on a prestigious project due to run over the next 5 years? Would you be interested in adding value to one of the UK's biggest design restructures? Does managing teams, sub-contractors and clients give you satisfaction?..... click apply for full job details
Our Client: Well established firm of engineering consultants, chartered building and quantity surveyors. Projects: Civil Engineering, Education, Residential, Heritage and Commercial Company Headcount: 50 - 100 Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager: Experience of operating at a senior level Previous project management / employer's agent experience Able to undertake the administra ..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Our Client: Well established firm of engineering consultants, chartered building and quantity surveyors. Projects: Civil Engineering, Education, Residential, Heritage and Commercial Company Headcount: 50 - 100 Requirements of the Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager: Experience of operating at a senior level Previous project management / employer's agent experience Able to undertake the administra ..... click apply for full job details
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Essex Our clients are a leading Construction and Civil Engineering contractor operating throughout London, the Home Counties, Suffolk and Essex. As they continue to grow, they're currently looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Essex...... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Essex Our clients are a leading Construction and Civil Engineering contractor operating throughout London, the Home Counties, Suffolk and Essex. As they continue to grow, they're currently looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Essex...... click apply for full job details
Senior Quantity Surveyor- Maintenance- Excellent Opportunity! One Construction Group Ltd is proud to be working alongside a well-respected Civil Engineering and Rail Contractor in the UK. Considering the UK's current status with several projects being put on hold, the importance of securing a long term and stable opportunity has never been stronger! This organisation has exactly that!..... click apply for full job details
Jan 22, 2020
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor- Maintenance- Excellent Opportunity! One Construction Group Ltd is proud to be working alongside a well-respected Civil Engineering and Rail Contractor in the UK. Considering the UK's current status with several projects being put on hold, the importance of securing a long term and stable opportunity has never been stronger! This organisation has exactly that!..... click apply for full job details
