Project Quantity Surveyor

Ardmore Construction; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Greater London is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial activities across major projects. The role requires a BSc in Quantity Surveying and chartered status or progress towards it, along with significant experience in the construction industry. Attractive benefits include competitive parental pay, medical cover, and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay

Medical Cover

Competitive holiday allowances

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Professional membership fees paid

Staff referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Chartered member of RICS or working towards.
• Proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior/Managing surveyor for day-to-day management of commercial activities.
• Procurement of Sub-Contractors within pre-agreed budgetary constraints.
• Analyze work package tender returns and submit recommendations.
• Administer Sub-Contractor/Consultant/Supplier claims.
• Attend design team meetings for compliance with Contract.
• Carry out Senior Quantity Surveyor role in their absence.

Skills

Commercially astute

Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Knowledge of NHBC Standards

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Overview

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchills Old War Office, The Ned and many more…!

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds - every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

To build on our success we are currently seeking project surveyors for several newly secured major projects across the capital.

Responsibilities

• As Project Quantity Surveyor you will support the Senior/Managing surveyor for the day-to-day management of all commercial activities in the construction process of the project.
• Procurement of Sub-Contractors; Ensuring Consultants and Supply packages are as far as possible within pre-agreed budgetary constraints.
• Work package tender returns are properly analysed, and pre-start meetings attended and detailed Order placement recommendations are submitted to the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Sub-Contractor/Consultant/Supplier claims are in the first instance properly administered subject to approval of the Managing and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor. Sub-Contract; Consultant and Suppliers final accounts are properly administered in accordance with the commercial interests of the Company.
• Attend design team meetings to ensure compliance with Contract and minimise unnecessary cost.
• In the absence of a Senior Quantity Surveyor carry out their role as adequately as possible and inform the Managing Surveyor and/or Head(s) of the Commercial Department of any duties you have difficulty with.

We’re Looking For

• BSc in Quantity Surveying
• Chartered member of RICS or working towards
• Commercially astute with proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry ideally from building construction projects.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC & JCT) and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations (including Part B)
• Knowledge of NHBC Standards

Company Benefits

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) - Dependent on role level
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4x your salary)
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly.

Equal Opportunities

Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

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