Experienced Quantity Surveyor
Wigan
Amspec Limited - Wigan have grown over the last 23 years into one of the most capable and exciting Design & Build enterprises in the Northwest, currently operating in 4 key sectors: -
* Commercial and Industrial
* Retail and Leisure
* Public Sector
* Specialist and Bespoke (our Specialist and Bespoke service involves the Design and Manufacture of fit-ted and loose Joinery products).
Quantity Surveyor - Summary of Role
You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of Construction Projects throughout the Northwest. This role involves a mix of Office and Site working to ensure accurate cost management, effective resource allocation, and adherence to project budgets and timelines. You will work closely with Project Managers, other Quantity Surveyors, Contractors, and other Stakeholders to monitor project progress and ensure financial efficiency.
Quantity Surveyor - Responsibilities
Measurement:
Scheduling out works packages based on architectural drawings and site surveys.
Using Amspec’s Evaluate software to organise, schedule, measure and cost various packages of works.
Cost Management:
Monitor and control project costs, ensuring adherence to the budget.
Identify cost variations and implement as required.
Valuation and Payment:
Conduct regular valuations of work completed and prepare interim payment applications.
Review and approve subcontractor and supplier valuations & invoices.
Contract Administration:
Prepare and manage all contractual documentation, subcontract documents, Employer’s instructions and contractor’s instructions.
Ensure compliance with the contract.
Handle contract disputes and claims.
Procurement:
Source and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive packages in line with the proposed programme of works.
Prepare and issue subcontract agreements in line with Amspec Procurement standards.
Manage procurement schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials and services, regular meetings should take place with Project team.
Cost Reporting:
Provide accurate forecasts of project costs and financial performance.
Identify and report on cost overruns and financial risks.
Site Inspections:
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress of subcontractors.
Verify that work completed aligns with the quality and quantity standards outlined in the contract.
Risk Management:
Identify potential financial and contractual risks.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Maintain a risk register and monitor risk exposure throughout the project with full reports issued to Di-rectors on a monthly basis.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with Amspec project teams, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure pro-ject success.
Provide financial and contractual advice to the project team.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, contracts, and project documentation via our software system Procore.
Ensure all documentation is up-to-date and easily accessible.
Prepare final accounts and project close-out reports.
Quantity Surveyor - Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying.
Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the Construction Industry.
Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and cost management.
Proficient in using quantity surveying and project management software (Amspec use Evaluate & Pro-core)
Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Effective communication and negotiation skills.
Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, and standards.
As a business, we recognise that our strength lies within our workforce and our Investors in People achieve-ment reflects our commitment to people management excellence.
We have an expectation that our staff live and believe in our core values:-
* Aspiring to be the best & celebrating success
* Maintaining relationships
* Safe working environment
* Promoting team working & balanced lives
* Exceeding client expectations
* Considering the environment
Additionally, if you love a challenge, are dedicated, hardworking and committed, then you are the perfect can-didate to join our team!
Excellent competitive salary on offer, negotiable dependent upon experience and qualifications.
42.5hrs per week, typically worked between 8am - 5pm.
Great Company benefits including free access to our Employee Assistance Programme supporting our Employ-ees Well-being.
Company pension scheme (currently with Royal London) and a staff reward and recognition programme.
We also encourage and promote continuous professional development for all staff, with no barriers to further training.
It is our policy as an Employer to comply with all relevant obligations under the Equality Act 2010.
The Company will ensure that all persons are selected, promoted and treated equally on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership or disability