MTC Quantity Surveyor (Co.Down) Your new company Hays are delighted to present you with an exciting opportunity to secure a permanent position as a Quantity Surveyor with a growing medium-sized contractor based in Co Down. Your new company has built an enviable reputation within the local construction industry for the delivery of high-quality build projects over a wide and varied range of construction in both public and private sectors. They offer a wide range of services to the Residential, Educational, Commercial and Health Care sectors. Established over 25 years ago, they continue to grow and develop and therefore now require a Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team. Your new role Reporting directly to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will oversee the cost management of a range of projects, including maintenance frameworks, as well as refurbishment and fitout works. It will be your responsibility to provide weekly reports on cost management and the progression of each project to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. As a person, you must be organised and hands-on in order to be capable of managing several projects at different stages at any one time. You will have a keen eye for detail and ensure that all aspects of your role are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying and have at least 4 years’ experience in a similar role working with MTC Contracts and have good knowledge of the PSA Schedule of Rates. You will be commercially and contractually aware with a good working knowledge of construction and engineering contracts. Additionally, you must be IT proficient and preferably demonstrate experience in the use of construction software packages. Strong negotiation skills and effective time management will be essential for the role. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly established, family-run main contractor who are recognised within construction for their consistent delivery of high-quality projects. This permanent position will allow you to gain further experience working on high-quality projects throughout Northern Ireland. You will receive a competitive salary as well as added benefits such as a pension and 29 days annual leave. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4635903