Quantity Surveyor

Description

Quantity Surveyor

Salary: 50,000 - 55,000

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

REF: 1185

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity with an established and successful main contractor? Do you have a strong commercial background and enjoy taking ownership of projects from procurement through to final account?

Curve Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a reputable and successful main contractor based in Stevenage in their search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established construction business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial and industrial construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects across London and the South East. Working alongside an experienced management team, you will play an integral role in the commercial management of a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully and profitably.

The role would suit a commercially astute and proactive Quantity Surveyor who is confident managing multiple projects simultaneously and has a strong understanding of the commercial processes involved in construction. You will benefit from a supportive working environment, exposure to a varied range of projects and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business.

Performance Objectives

As a Quantity Surveyor, your key responsibilities will include:

Taking responsibility for the commercial management of multiple construction projects from procurement through to final account

Managing subcontractor procurement, including preparing tender packages, evaluating quotations and negotiating subcontract agreements

Preparing, submitting and managing interim valuations, variations and final accounts

Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance to ensure commercial objectives are achieved

Preparing accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections throughout the project lifecycle

Administering JCT contracts and subcontracts, ensuring contractual obligations are understood and managed effectively

Identifying, assessing and managing commercial risks and opportunities across projects

Managing subcontractor accounts, including payment applications, variations and final account negotiations

Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and the wider project delivery team to ensure successful project outcomes

Attending project meetings, commercial reviews and progress meetings with clients, subcontractors and internal teams

Ensuring accurate commercial records and project documentation are maintained

Supporting the commercial team in maximising project profitability while maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners

Person Specification

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline

Ideally a minimum of 10 years' experience within the construction industry, preferably working for a main contractor

Previous experience delivering commercial and industrial construction projects would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable experience from other sectors will be considered

Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts and subcontract administration

Proven experience in subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, forecasting and cost reporting

Experience managing the commercial aspects of multiple construction projects concurrently

Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, manage costs and maximise project profitability

Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

A proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach to commercial management

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider project team

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and relevant construction commercial management software

Ideally based within 20 miles of Stevenage and well positioned to travel to project sites across London and the South East

Full UK driving licence

Apply

For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply directly or contact James Hyland at Curve Recruitment on (phone number removed).

Please contact James Hyland on (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Construction sector (Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Surveyor).

Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.

Ad ID: 5419255408