Quantity Surveyor Construction
6 days ago
Brentwood
Job Description: QUANTITY SURVEYOR REQUIRED: Brentwood, Essex Duration: Permanent Rate for the Quantity Surveyor: £50,000 - £70,000 (Negotiable) per annum Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic construction team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing all costs associated with construction projects, ensuring delivery within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards. Main Duties of the Quantity Surveyor: • Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Prepare accurate cost estimates, including materials, labour, and preliminaries., • Tendering & Bidding: Manage tender preparation, review drawings and specifications, and produce detailed cost proposals., • Contract Administration: Oversee contracts, ensuring compliance and handling variations, payments, and claims., • Procurement: Source and appoint suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring best value and quality., • Cost Control: Monitor project costs and cash flow, identifying and addressing any variances., • Valuations & Reporting: Conduct site valuations and produce regular financial and progress reports., • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement proactive solutions to mitigate them., • Final Accounts: Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors., • Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Requirements: • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (RICS chartership preferred but not essential)., • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within the construction industry., • Strong understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC) and industry cost databases., • Proficiency in software such as CostX, Bluebeam, Buildsoft, and Microsoft Office Suite., • Strong numerical ability with excellent cost evaluation skills., • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills., • High level of accuracy in financial and project documentation., • Ability to resolve issues proactively and effectively., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. To apply please call: (phone number removed) to apply For more information please contact the account manager of this specific job via the contact details provided and apply within