We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a busy and specialist construction team in shop fitting, bespoke joinery, and fire doors. This full-time role is based at our Bradford office and offers the opportunity to manage the financial and contractual aspects of projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, commercially minded, and experienced in overseeing multiple projects, with a focus on profitability and quality.
Key Responsibilities
Project Handover & Contract Management
Attend project handover meetings and assist in preparing the Contract Management Plan with the Project Manager.
Obtain approval for the plan from senior commercial leadership before site operations commence.
Sub-Contractor Management
Review sub-contractors and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Prepare and issue sub-contract orders with all necessary documentation.
Ensure timely issuance of orders in line with project schedules.
Share copies of sub-contract orders with relevant departments, including Health & Safety.
Managing Variations
Identify and document contract changes arising from site meetings or client instructions.
Estimate and log the value of variations, maintaining a register to track sources, references, and financial impact.
Valuations and Invoicing
Prepare and submit valuations to clients at intervals defined by the contract.
Assess project completion levels to support valuations and initiate invoice preparation once agreed.
Site Meetings and Progress Monitoring
Attend regular site meetings to review progress against programme and budget.
Document site visits and maintain records within the project file.
Final Accounts
Prepare final accounts post-Practical Completion.
Ensure timely applications for retention release payments.
Submit final accounts within required timeframes based on project value.
Cash Collection
Work with the Accounts team to ensure timely client payment collection.
Record Keeping and Post-Contract Review
Maintain comprehensive project records, both physical and digital.
Arrange and conduct Post-Contract Review Meetings within 10 working days of project completion.
Experience and Skills Required
Proven Quantity Surveyor experience in shop fitting, bespoke joinery, or fire door sectors.Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Benefits
Competitive salary dependent on experience.
Package includes a company car.
25 days annual leave pro-rata, plus 1 additional day for each completed year of service (up to 30 days).
Company pension scheme.
Life insurance