Assistant/ Senior QS

Cityscape Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing cost management firm in London is seeking a qualified Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The role involves working closely with senior professionals and contributing to diverse projects. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong numerate skills. This position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for CPD and career progression, as well as 25 days holiday plus an additional discretionary break during Christmas.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

CPD, training & career progression

25 days holiday plus discretionary time at Christmas

Qualifications

• Ability to present financial information in various formats.
• Genuine drive to build a career in quantity surveying.
• Experience in the construction industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Estimate and cost planning for projects.
• Produce tender documents and bills of quantities.
• Conduct valuations and review variations.

Skills

Strong numerate skills

Client-facing communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

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We are excited to announce an opportunity for a degree-qualified Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor to join our growing cost management team. This is an ideal role for someone looking to collaborate with experienced professionals, including senior quantity surveyors and building surveyors, on a range of innovative projects that are shaping the future of our industry. With a dynamic and expanding department, we are looking for a dedicated individual to fill this key position, depending on their level of experience.

In this role, you will work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to support and meet project objectives. You will be an active contributor to team efforts, showing autonomy and initiative when required. By applying a systematic and resourceful approach to your tasks, you will help ensure the success of various projects. You will also be responsible for providing accurate information on both commercial and contractual matters, helping to keep projects running smoothly.

Your duties will include estimating and cost planning, producing tender documents and bills of quantities, preparing contract documents, and conducting valuations and reviewing variations. You will also be responsible for producing monthly cost reports, preparing financial reports for clients, and managing contract administration. Furthermore, you will play an active role in conducting and contributing to client meetings

REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for someone with strong numerate skills who can present financial information in different formats. You should have a genuine drive to build a successful career in quantity surveying, with a positive attitude toward continual learning and development. As a team player, you will need to work collaboratively while also demonstrating self-motivation and initiative in contributing to project outcomes.

Passion for the field is key, as we are looking for someone who is eager to engage actively with their work. Additionally, you must be confident and articulate, with the ability to communicate clearly in a client-facing role. Experience in the construction industry or knowledge of its activities will be an advantage.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field. While experience working on one or more contracts is desirable, it is not a strict requirement. Additionally, experience within the residential sector is preferred, though not essential. It would also be beneficial if the candidate is a RICS Chartered Surveyor or is close to achieving chartered status.

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape your career within a dynamic and supportive work environment. You will be exposed to diverse projects and will have the chance to learn from experienced professionals. Additionally, you will be able to showcase and develop your skills in a systematic and collaborative team setting.

The Package

• Competitive salary dependent upon experience, aptitude and ability
• CPD, training & career progression.
• 25 days holiday plus period between Christmas & New Year (discretionary)