Company Description
Austin Fletcher Ltd. is a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy supporting business and organisations across the UK.
Working predominantly in the built environment, we offer a professional, honest and friendly service and pride ourselves in the relationships that we build with our clients.
Based in Sheffield, Austin Fletcher is ideally positioned to serve its clients throughout the UK.
Role Description
We are looking for a proactive, self motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Sheffield.
Ideally you will have a background working in a consultant environment and be experienced in the core Quantity Surveying duties which will include but not be limited to:
* Producing Bills of Quantities and Pricing Schedules
* Drafting Cost Estimates, Cost Reports and Cashflow Forecasts
* Drafting and advising on JCT and NEC forms of contract
* Managing the Tender process and producing Tender packages
* Undertaking Valuations and Final Account discussions
* Managing cost control generally throughout a project and offering advice to Clients where necessary
Experience and Expectations
* The successful person will be experienced in providing Quantity Surveying services in a Client facing environment
* Experienced in acting as the Quantity Surveyor through all RIBA stages of a project
* Managing Client's expectations with regards to budget and cost control, together with assisting them to formulate strategies and contingency plans throughout the whole project lifecycle
* Comfortable in a meeting environment and able to actively contribute where necessary
* The ability to deliver a high standard of services
* Have experience and/or keen to learn and assist with Business Development and developing business relationships with Clients and other Consultants
* Ideally the candidate will have experience in Contract Administration and/or acting as the Employers Agent or have aspirations to gain experience in this field
Knowledge
* Knowledge of producing feasibility studies, cost estimates and report writing
* Comfortable working with both NRM2 and SMM7
* Essential knowledge of measurement and the ability to ‘take off’ accurately from construction drawings either in hard copy or digital format
* Knowledge and experience with JCT and NEC Forms of Contract
* Knowledge of the Tendering process. The individual will be comfortable and capable of producing tender packages and undertaking tender reviews and interviews when required
* Competent at undertaking valuations, conducting final account discussions and applying contractual knowledge where applicable
* To be able to communicate across all levels, both internally through the business and externally with Clients, Consultants and Contractors
* An understanding of the relevant procurement routes and processes pursued by Clients seeking to undertake a new construction project and the ability to offer advice to Clients on the most suitable options available
Qualifications
* Degree in Quantity Surveying
* Ideally a member of the RICS, or other professional body, or working towards this status
Skills/Competencies
* Excellent communicator, verbally and in written form
* Competent with all standard Microsoft Office software, Office 365 and SharePoint
* Ability to use online facilities such as BCIS, NBS Chorus and contract software such as JCT online
* Must hold a full UK driving licence
What can we offer you?
* The opportunity for strong career progression within the business
* A strong team ethos and friendly working environment
* A pro-active attitude towards improving knowledge and increased personal growth
* The opportunity to gain experience working on a variety of projects in a number of sectors
* Flexible/ remote working
* Competitive salary package, benefits and incentives