Quantity Surveyor (Construction)
Role Overview
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial management of construction projects for external clients. You will report directly to the Commercial Director.
Core Values
* Integrity Acting with honesty and strong ethical standards while fostering positive working relationships.
* Respect & Accountability Trusting colleagues' abilities, taking responsibility for actions, and contributing to team success.
* Pride & Passion Demonstrating commitment and valuing individual contributions.
* Quality Delivering services in line with quality, environmental, and safety standards, and best practice.
* Innovation Embracing new methods of working to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Understand and promote Health & Safety procedures across projects and supply chains.
* Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
* Work in accordance with commercial tracking processes.
* Manage and delegate tasks to junior team members as required.
Commercial & Project Duties
* Prepare programme-based cost-to-complete forecasts and project budgets.
* Advise on procurement strategy.
* Prepare subcontract documentation, including bills of quantities.
* Review contract conditions and report risks or recommendations.
* Procure subcontractors.
* Prepare and analyse tender costings.
* Manage costs across a variety of projects.
* Undertake cost-value analysis and reporting.
* Perform risk and value management and cost control.
* Identify, analyse, and respond to commercial risks.
* Produce detailed progress and financial reports.
* Price and agree variations with clients.
* Value works in progress and agree final accounts.
* Provide commercial advice to site teams.
* Maintain awareness of current building contracts.
* Support senior management with contractual claims.
Note: Duties may be adjusted in line with business and project requirements.
Continuous Improvement
* Identify issues and proposing effective solutions.
* Following and improving quality and safety procedures.
* Promoting teamwork across internal and external teams.
* Participating in training and professional development.
* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
General Requirements
* Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
* Work safely in accordance with health and safety regulations.
* Communicate clearly and professionally (written and verbal).
* Maintain a professional appearance.
* Demonstrate initiative and work with minimal supervision.
* Effectively prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Maintain accuracy and attention to detail.
* Demonstrate a proactive, flexible, and conscientious approach.
* Understand organisational structure, values, and procedures after induction.
* Report any visits from external regulatory bodies to management.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential: Degree in a construction-related discipline or equivalent.
Experience & Skills
* Essential: 2+ years' Quantity Surveying experience (post-graduate), or 5+ years without formal qualifications.
* Experience in sectors such as commercial, retail, heritage, or education.
* Experience acting as a commercial lead on multiple projects.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
* Willingness to take responsibility for assigned tasks.
* Strong analytical and technical data interpretation skills.
* Ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Well-organised, flexible, and proactive approach.
* Negotiation skills.
* IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Desirable
* Experience in housing construction.
Knowledge & Additional Requirements
* Good knowledge of construction contract law.
* Understanding of financial controls and regulatory requirements.
* Ability to advise on financial aspects of construction projects.
* Working knowledge of various construction contract types.
* High level of self-motivation and commitment to professional development.
Additional Requirements
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Willingness to travel regionally and nationally.
* Ability to visit construction sites, including climbing ladders and scaffolding where required.
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