This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced MRICS Quantity Surveyor to join our client working on a variety of project types - they are a well-established multi-disciplined practice providing consultancy services across both the public and private sectors, on major frameworks with the South East of England.
The successful candidate will be experienced with Cost Management working on schemes assisting the Associate Quantity Surveyors on both Pre and Post Contract. The candidate will be given the experience needed in order to quickly take on responsibility for their own schemes that will suite their stage of development.
Day to day task will include but not limited to;
Cost Estimating
Procurement and Tendering
Working with both the JCT and NEC Forms of Contract Contract Administration/ Employers Agent
Measurement to NRM2 standard
Project Financial Control and Reporting Valuations
Risk Management
An understanding of all of the above will be required.
The Candidate
To be successful in this role you will;
* Gained the MRICS and a RICS Accredited Quantity Surveying Degree.
* Previous experience working for a PQS consultancy
* Have an understanding of the task identified above. Previous experience of the tasks will be a bonus.
* Be well organised, efficient, using initiative and able to work to tight deadlines.
* Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with an eye for detail, a commitment to excellence and developing strong client relationships.
* Possess a proactive approach to problem solving and ability to follow these through to a satisfactory conclusion.
* Have proven IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and AutoCAD competencies.
* Be flexible, confident and self-motivated with a real desire to deliver excellent customer service.
* Positive attitude and willing to learn with and develop the team