MRICS Quantity Surveyor

Buchan and London Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced MRICS Quantity Surveyor. The successful candidate will manage cost estimating, procurement, and contract administration across various project types. They will be organized, detail-oriented, and have proven IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and AutoCAD. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, contributing to significant projects in both public and private sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience with Cost Management on both Pre and Post Contract schemes.
• Previous experience in a PQS consultancy is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform cost estimating for diverse projects.
• Administer contracts using both JCT and NEC forms.
• Conduct project financial control and reporting valuations.

Skills

Cost Estimating

Procurement and Tendering

Contract Administration

Project Financial Control

Risk Management

Education

MRICS and a RICS Accredited Quantity Surveying Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

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 tasks

• 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