A close-knit, family-owned main contractor based in Barking is seeking a talented Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.
With over 30 years of success in the industry, this company has built a strong reputation within the commercial and residential sectors, particularly in refurbishment projects across Essex and London.
About the Company
This family-owned main contractor is built on a team-based management structure, with long-serving staff who share invaluable expertise. As a medium-sized firm, they offer a wide range of services while maintaining a personal touch that meets clients' needs. Quality and personalized service are at the core of their business, fostering long-term relationships with clients who consistently return for successful collaborations.
The company promotes a culture of shared responsibility, attention to detail, and a passion for excellence. Their commitment to high standards in design, build quality, and client service has earned them widespread respect in the construction industry.
Operating across various sectors-including commercial, community, education, health, heritage, residential, leisure, and the performing arts-they manage projects ranging from £1 million to £20 million throughout Central and Greater London, as well as the North and Eastern Home Counties.
The Quantity Surveyor Role
The successful Quantity Surveyor will have the opportunity to manage the commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final account agreement. This role involves exposure to the full project lifecycle, with involvement across pre-construction through to project delivery. The role also requires the ability to remeasure subcontractor work and experience working on projects up to £20 million in value.
The Quantity Surveyor
The incoming Quantity Surveyor will have:
1. A HNC or Construction related degree qualification is beneficial
2. Previous Quantity Surveying experience with a Main Contractor
3. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
4. Proficiency in producing bills of quantities from drawings and remeasuring accounts
5. Must be able to remeasure subcontractor work accurately
6. Experience working on projects up to £20 million
7. Excellent numeracy, verbal communication, and IT skills (MS Excel and Word)
In Return?
The company are happy to discuss individual requirements based on experience but are looking to offer:
8. £40, - £50,
9. 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
10. Travel allowance and on-site parking
11. Private healthcare (after qualifying period)
12. Company pension contributions at 6% (after qualifying period)
13. Opportunities for further education and CPD
14. Family-friendly policies and flexible benefits
15. Potential for long-term stability and career progression
16. Permanent opportunity, no freelance