Job Description
The Company
We specialise in residential apartment projects throughout the south east of England. Operating at a fast pace whilst delivering a large number of units means we have a new vacancy for a quantity surveyor to join the team.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial management of our construction projects.
Optimising the profitability and cash flow of projects, you will manage subcontractor selection, including package procurement and order placing. You will ensure these processes are well documented and accessible for sign-off.
Taking responsibility for the project valuation processes, you will set up and undertake interim valuations that consider updated final accounts and maximise our commercial position. You will monitor the progress of projects utilising CVRs against projections and ensuring that work has been completed prior to payment.
About You
- Relevant experience in the construction sector and knowledge of the complexities involved
- Proven record of dealing with several projects of varying value, type and complexity
- Familiarity with standard forms of measurement and managing re-measurement
- An expert understanding of the relationship between cost and value
- The ability to review and challenge construction and pre-construction programmes
- Excellent risk mitigation strategies
- The ability to plan, maintain, control and report on the financial administration of projects
- Strong negotiation skills
- A relevant professional qualification