Junior Buyer/Quantity Surveyor

Padstone Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is looking for a Buyer / Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established construction company in Kent. This role involves producing accurate forecasts, managing costs, and handling contract disputes. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a relevant role and a strong understanding of the construction market. This is a great opportunity to further your career in a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Previous experience and qualifications as a QS or Buyer.
• Extensive experience in the QS / Buying sector.

Responsibilities

• Produce and provide accurate forecasts of project cost to completion.
• Prepare forecast reports for procurement of materials/labour.
• Monitor projected costs to completion in line with budget.
• Manage sub-contractors' accounts strictly in accordance with their terms.
• Facilitate resolution of disputes regarding payments.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Project management

Contract negotiation

Tender vetting

Job description

Buyer / QS

We are currently looking for a Buyer / Quantity Surveyor to work in a Reputable SME local business that provides construction services for residential, commercial and mixed use developments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional individual to become established within a highly regarded construction company, based in and around Kent.

The role

Produce and provide accurate forecasts of project cost to completion and final value.

• Preparing forecast reports for procurement of materials / labour and all other associated items
• Continually monitor projected costs to completion in line with budget
• Ensure contract variations are identified, valued and turned into agreed variation orders with the customer in a timely manner
• Ensure that each sub-contractors account is managed strictly in accordance with their terms and conditions
• Vetting tenders and speaking with wholesalers and suppliers to help manage costs
• Variations and claims – facilitate the resolution of disputes relating to outstanding payments to subcontractors and creditors
• Producing monthly contract reports detailing current status of the contracts, including cash flow forecasts and liabilities
• Provide input in construction project commercial / legal / strategic meetings

Candidate must have

• Previous experience and qualifications as a QS or Buyer
• Extensive experience in the QS / Buying sector

Knowledge of the residential and construction market

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