Since 1978, Hopkins has been a business built on family values that has grown from strength to strength.
Currently, we have over 200 people working across the business. Some of whom have been with us since the beginning!
Our ethos is to promote from within our own team whenever we can. So, developing our people is vital to our success.
From Early Careers to Director level, we are always looking to find great people to join our team.
Salary: Depending on Experience
Location: Solent
Contract: Permanent
Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
What we are looking for?
We are seeking a commercially aware individual to support our Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors across multiple projects. The role involves assisting with cost management, procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting to help ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
You will work closely with project teams to monitor progress, manage valuations and variations, and support effective cost control, while identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
· Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure commercial coverage during the project development.
· Assist in preparing and submitting interim valuations and final accounts.
· Help maintain and update contract documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
· Support subcontract negotiation and administration processes.
· Assist in managing and valuing contract variations.
· Support in negotiations and facilitate the placement of Subcontract Agreements with specialist subcontractors.
· Help perform valuations, prepare, and submit compliant payment notices to subcontractors in line with the Subcontract Agreement.
· Coordinate the agreement of final accounts, both upstream and downstream.
· Contribute to cost-value reconciliation and support ongoing project reporting.
· Collaborate with the project delivery team to ensure all commercial aspects are efficiently managed.
· Review project programmes and ensure that the necessary contractual notices are issued as required by the contract.
· Provide assistance to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Team as needed.
Skills & Experience:
· HNC/HND/BSc in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field (or working towards this qualification).
· Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
· Ability to work well within a team and under the guidance of senior staff.
· Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
· Basic understanding of construction contracts and processes.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
· Full driving license preferred.
Desirable:
· Previous experience in a similar role or a placement during studies.
In a nutshell
At Hopkins, our purpose is to always deliver high levels of customer service and industry knowledge. Our vision is to self-deliver our sustainable projects from design through the installation period and then to maintain the buildings, ensuring they operate to the original design principles. To achieve both, we have built a team of dedicated, innovative and creative people. Who never settle for "just average".
As we continue to grow our network and expand our team across the south of the UK, with hubs already in Hampshire, East Sussex and Thames Valley, we are looking to further our reach and continue to deliver great service and innovative projects to our growing client base.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business who invest in people.
Our commitment to you
As a key member of our team you will be encouraged to develop yourself further using all the tools made available to you by the business. As our inhouse HR team will work alongside you and your line manager to develop a bespoke develop plan that is tailored to your needs.
We also offer a host of benefits across our business, including
* Flexible Holiday Scheme
* Flexible Working
* Staff Social Events
* Time off to commit to charity work and good causes
* Private Medical Insurance
* Life Insurance
* Company Contribution towards Eye Welfare
* Employer Assistance Programme that goes above and beyond
Be yourself
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. That's why we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds. At Hopkins, we believe everyone is capable of achieving great things - no matter your age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We celebrate difference and everything that makes our colleagues unique.
To make your journey with us accessible and individual to you, we encourage you to let us know if you'd like a little extra help with your application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. We are here to support you, so please reach out to our team.