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About this opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Leeds team to work with both Public and Private sector Clients on a variety of projects.
The senior professional is responsible for managing costs and budgets of construction projects, including new builds, renovations and maintenance works – from early cost advice to settlement of the final account.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
* Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
* Delivering high quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet Customers’ requirements.
* Managing projects to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
* Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates and option studies.
* Cost planning.
* Advising on and implementing procurement strategies.
* Preparing tender documentation and managing the tender process, including designing tender marking schemes.
* Evaluating and reporting on tenders.
* Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
* Settling final accounts.
* Providing technical advice on legal and contractual issues relating to construction projects.
* Administrating contracts as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent.
* Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
* Mentoring and coaching employees to their full potential.
* Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Units activities.
* Preparing bids for services.
* Managing service delivery for profit.
* Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance
As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:
* Opportunities to develop and grow your career
* A contributory pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
* Flexible working arrangements
Who we’re looking for:
Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills
* Sound cost management experience post MRICS qualification.
* Sound knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning.
* Cohesive knowledge of construction methods and materials.
* Practical knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies.
* Sound knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks
* Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written
* Methodical way of thinking and approach to work
* Organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments.
* Excellent problem, negotiating, finance and numeracy management skills
* Sound ICT skills, with a good level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
* Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily
* Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts
* Ability to work as part of a team
Qualifications
* MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
About us
A world of opportunity
Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.
With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.
Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:
* Professionalism with personality
* Excellence with humility
* Innovation with agility
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.
We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.
Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Consulting
* Industries
Construction
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