Quantity Surveyor – Jersey
Join Dandara's long-established and rapidly expanding Jersey office and play a pivotal role within our construction team, delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments across the Island.
The Role
We're looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial team in managing costs and contracts across multiple projects, ensuring developments are delivered on time and within budget.
We can offer support with accommodation arrangements for candidates relocating from the UK or Ireland, subject to local regulations and individual circumstances.
What you will do
General project coordination and administration.
Preparation of initial site budgets.
Liaison and coordination with other departments regarding development works, including engineers, surveyors, buyers, interiors, and the construction team.
Preparation of subcontract tender documents.
Negotiation of subcontract packages.
Chairing and preparing minutes for subcontract pre-order meetings.
Preparation of subcontract documentation.
Managing subcontract payments, variation claims, and final account settlements.
Coordination with contractors on site.
Site visits and inspections.
Liaison with external consultants regarding cost issues.
Payment of utility services as required.
Obtaining risk assessments, method statements, and safety documentation from subcontractors.
Taking off and scheduling materials for buyers to order.
Preparation of monthly cost reports for submission to Directors.
Preparation of quarterly CVRs and reports for presentation to Directors.
Providing continuous financial advice throughout the project to the Site Management team.
Attendance at fortnightly Project Review meetings.
Ensuring cost control on site throughout the development programme to completion.
Maintaining site files and records.
Ensuring correct cost coding of project costs.
Any other duties reasonably consistent with the foregoing.
What you will have
Relevant industry qualifications are desirable.
2–3 years' residential construction experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
Proven cost management and project administration abilities on your own projects.
Experience using measuring software (such as CostX, Bluebeam, or similar) is advantageous.
Knowledge of ChatGPT or AI-assisted tools for productivity is beneficial.
Proficiency in MS Excel and Word is essential.
A strong team player who is self-motivated and able to work independently.
Jersey
Jersey is the largest and most southerly of the Channel Islands, covering approximately 45 square miles with a population of over 100,000. The Island lies just 15 miles west of the Cherbourg Peninsula (in the Bay of Saint Malo) and 120 miles from the south coast of England. Travel by air from London takes under an hour, and there are frequent sea and air links to the UK and Europe.
Jersey offers a unique combination of breathtaking natural beauty, a strong economy, and a relaxed way of life. Its independence, stable political environment, and favourable tax regime have created an excellent quality of life, making it ideal for families. The Island boasts high educational standards, excellent healthcare, efficient transport systems, and a safe, welcoming community.
Dandara's developments continue to play a key role in ensuring the Island can provide affordable, high-quality commercial and residential accommodation within a scenic environment.
Why join Dandara?
Since 1988, Dandara has been designing and building award-winning homes and commercial properties. With over 12,000 properties delivered across the UK, Jersey and Isle of Man, and more than 100 industry awards, we're proud of our commitment to quality, value and service.
What we will offer you
Competitive salary/package depending on experience
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 extra days
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Life assurance (3x salary, with option to increase to 4x)
Employee assistance programme
Discounts on a range of retailers, restaurants, leisure providers and more
Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
Work Anniversary payments for 5,10,15 and 20 years
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