White Collar Construction is currently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience managing pre and post-contract commercial duties for civil engineering projects, roads and sewers, s278 works, foundations up to DPC.
The role would be office-based with a need to visit sites regularly. Typically, our projects range from £2m to £10m.
This is a site based role with a few days per week in the office as required.
What Youll Do
* Reporting to the Commercial Director you will be responsible for managing the post-contract commercial activities.
* Maintain high health and safety standards and ensuring full compliance with the company's health and safety policies and strategies.
* Ensuring effective communication between site and office personnel in all matters relating to the commercial, contract, and programme delivery of projects.
* Development and settlement of tenders including taking off quantities, material and subcontract enquiries, and pricing of works.
* Commercial management of projects including but not limited to:
* Change Management and Control
* Placing of subcontracts and their subsequent management
* Valuations / Applications for Payment
* Forecasting
* Cost Value Reconciliations and performance monitoring
* Final Account settlement
* Supporting the Site Management Team in all matters commercial and contract
* Show a good behavioural example in all aspects of health and safety, organisation, conduct, quality of work, and professionalism
* Measurement and Take offs.
* Preparing cost estimates.
* Assessing project risks.
* Preparing subcontractor and supplier enquires for the buying department
* Communication / interaction with clients / stakeholders.
What Were Looking For
Skills and Experience
* Excellent numeracy and skills in all Microsoft packages.
* Experience and knowledge of estimating packages would be an advantage but not essential.
* Knowledge of construction law and contractual terms.
* Experience in the use of standard terms and conditions NEC & JCT.
* Suitably qualified to degree standard or with extensive experience in the civil engineering contracting sector either currently working for a contractor or subcontractor as a QS or Estimator.
* Knowledge of all aspects of construction particularly in the civil engineering sector and the relevant legislative requirements e.g., Health and Safety, and Building Regulations.
* Excellent organisational skills and financial and commercial awareness.
* Effectively manage time to meet deadlines
Why Join?
Competitive Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career. Negotiable for the right candidate
Career Growth:
As part of a growing organization, youll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.
A People-Centred Approach:
We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making this contractor a great place to grow your career.
To learn more about the role please submit your CV or contact Rob Dolman.
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