A National and successful planned and reactive maintenance contractor with over 40 branches around the UK, seeking full time QS's for their Bristol and Newport branches.
Qualified Quantity Surveyor with a background within construction contracts, refurbishment or void contract required to manage and control all financial and technical aspects of contracts including procurement, invoicing and payment to minimise costs & maximise value.
The surveyor is fully responsible for the financial performance of the project through to collection of cash.
Key Responsibilities:
Measurement, pricing and evaluation of tenders
Take responsibility of projects from inception to completion
Identify areas to improve margin
Cost management
Target creation
CVR reporting and forecasting
Management and administration of sub-contractor accounts
Producing and submitting applications for payment
Understand Health & Safety requirements
Develop and maintain subcontract and supplier contracts
Knowledge/Experience:
Professional Qualification (e.g. HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma) or equivalent
Previous experience of construction/retrofit or fabric upgrades are preferred however not essential
Previous experience of working with bill of quants, schedules of rates, design and build contracts
Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors · Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting
Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on own initiative
Experienced with direct and subcontract labour
Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to encourage and support other members of the commercial team
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package including a car allowance, fuel card and bonus scheme