JOB SUMMARY We have secured an exciting new contract in the South Down area and are now looking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our team. If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity, please apply below. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Delivery of major contracts and interpretation of client requirements. Assist senior QS with management of client relationship & service delivery. Accurate site measurements and drawing/taking off plans. Preparation of quotations for client based on site measure & schedule of rates Project management of schemes that receive approval. Programming of project resources. Maintain cost control of live projects. Assist management of directly employed trades. Procurement & management of suppliers and sub-contractors. Change control procedures on projects, identify & agree variations. Ensure information is presented timely and accurate. Preparation of accurate and prudent cost-value analysis. Assist with interim and final account statement preparation & negotiation. Pricing variations and costing compensation events. Represent the Company in a professional & diligent manner. Support Head Office helpdesk function. Uphold Data Protection Policies. Any other Ad hoc duties. Health & Safety : Adhere to all health & safety regulations and company policy at all times Report any accidents or issues regarding health & safety appropriately Ensure all Risk Assessments & safe systems of work are read, understood, signed and followed QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Required Qualifications Recognised Construction Qualification (BSc/HNC/HND) Recognised Quantity Surveying Qualification Valid CSR Card or formal Health and Safety Training Full UK Driving License 2 years experience in construction industry Experience in Measured Terms Schedules ( desirable ) Facilities Management Experience ( desirable ) Experience in NIF & PSA Schedules ( desirable ) Attributes/Skills - The successful candidate should Possess an understanding of construction processes & methodology Understand construction measurement principles Strong IT skills (Excel/Word/Outlook) Be capable of working on own initiative Ability to work methodically and with attention to detail Good communication and organisational skills Have a good timekeeping and attendance record Have the ability to work with a wide range of people Be a good team player Demonstrate ability to follow written and verbal directions Demonstrate a flexible attitude towards assigned tasks Be reliable & committed Have ability to work to deadlines Participate in overtime when required (including weekends) Have ability to take on new skills Have a positive approach to continuous improvement processes and techniques In addition, As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations, we will require a recent Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment. We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook. The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally. CTS is an equal opportunities employer No Job Description can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this Job Description.