Role
Our client is a main contractor based in central Milton Keynes and due to continued growth, they are currently seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their busy team on a permanent basis.
Responsibilities
1. Be commercially alert and able to analyse the financial elements of the project
2. Have a good understanding of JCT Minor & Intermediate Contracts, as well as some knowledge of D&B Contracts
3. Undertake cost estimating, tendering, planning, procurement, interim valuations, and cost monitoring
4. Subcontractor management, prepare Sub-contracts and agree valuations and final accounts
5. Prepare schedules of repairs, obtain approval from the CA and let to the subcontractor
6. Variation pricing & management
7. Manage labour budgets with Contracts Manager & Site Managers
8. Provide monthly cost value reporting and cash flow forecasting
9. Liaise with Clients, Directors, Contracts Managers, and Site Foreman
10. Form and develop sustainable long-term relationships with new and existing Clients
Requirements
11. Construction/Commercial Management related degree qualification is essential
12. Have excellent written and spoken English
13. Be able to work under your own initiative to deal with several projects
14. Have strong negotiation skills
15. Be assertive and proactive
16. Remain calm under pressure
17. Hard-working and efficient
18. Able to work well in a team
19. IT skills - proficient with Google & Microsoft software esp. Excel
20. Experience working on refurbishment projects is an advantage
21. Valid Driving Licence is preferred but not essential