Project Quantity Surveyor

Randstad Construction Property Engineering; Chichester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor for a phased industrial project in Brighton. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of up to £75k plus benefits. The successful candidate will manage finances, mitigate risks, and ensure effective collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified (ideal but not essential).
• Experience managing and reporting on large complex projects.
• Track record of successful procurement.

Responsibilities

• Mitigate risks and uphold company guidelines.
• Manage finances and track liabilities diligently.
• Oversee payments and resolve supplier payment issues.

Skills

Understanding of various forms contracts

Managing large complex projects

Successful procurement

Education

Degree qualified

Tools

COINS Commercial Software

Job description

My client is currently recruiting for an additional Project Quantity Surveyor to work on an exciting Phased Industrial project.

Project Quantity Surveyor

Brighton

Up to £75k + Car Allowance plus packaged benefits

Permanent Role

The main duties as the Project Quantity Surveyor:

• Mitigate risks across all duties, upholding company guidelines and contract terms, including proper documentation for all work packages
• Secure optimal value by getting multiple quotes for domestic tasks and verifying that all supplier pricing aligns with detailed project inquiries
• Manage finances diligently, precisely tracking liabilities, committing orders within set limits, and ensuring client invoices are submitted on time
• Oversee payments effectively, carefully reviewing subcontractor invoices, approving payments promptly, resolving supplier payment issues, and chasing outstanding client payments
• Leverage technical expertise, ensuring all project information and communications are well-organized and readily available for both audits and team access
• Cultivate strong collaboration by communicating openly with site teams, senior commercial staff, suppliers, and the accounts department, always maintaining a professional demeanor
• Finalize project accounts efficiently, submitting final statements and retention claims promptly, and working to keep project cash flow balanced
• Drive continuous improvement, actively contributing to monthly cost reports, providing historical cost data for bids, seeking guidance from experienced colleagues, and identifying ways to enhance existing processes

Essential Criteria:

• Understanding of various forms contracts
• Degree qualified (Ideal not essential)
• Being able to manage and report on large complex projects
• A track record of successful procurement
• Experience with COINS Commercial Software or similar would be an advantage

Interested ? Update your CV and click apply or reach out to discuss the role in more detail.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.