A Quantity Surveyor job based in Gloucester Your new company This company specialises in delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects across various sectors, including education, commercial, and community buildings. With a strong portfolio featuring schools, offices, and heritage sites, the division is known for its collaborative approach, attention to detail, and commitment to cost-effective, sustainable solutions. Projects span locations such as Gloucester, Cheltenham, and Oxfordshire, showcasing their regional expertise. Your new role Estimator/Surveyor is responsible for assessing the client’s requirements and reviewing project plans and specifications to determine the scope of work, materials, and labour needs. They collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and project managers to ensure accurate cost estimates. Site visits are conducted to gather essential information, and quantities are measured using specialised software to prepare the Bill of Quantities. In this role you will prepare and issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers, analyse their proposals to ensure alignment with client expectations, and identify risks and opportunities to inform pricing decisions. They also prepare preliminaries for tender adjudication, ensure key issues are addressed, and manage the evaluation and submission of tenders. Post-tender, they engage in negotiations with the client team to secure favourable outcomes. What you'll need to succeed A minimum of 3 years' experience in estimating, surveying or working within the construction industry Knowledge of construction industry standards, practices, and materials Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication and negotiation skills Professionally qualified, preferably construction-related or equivalent proven ability and experience in a similar role Proficient computer skills, particularly Conquest estimating software and Excel Hold a full UK driving licence What you'll get in return £45,000 annual salary Yearly bonus scheme Hybrid working A variety of schemes, including profit-related, recruitment rewards, and pension. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4712106