Project Quantity Surveyor

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Grove Green; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Maidstone-based role

Professional development

Career progression

Exposure to varied projects

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is partnering with a Mazstone-based construction consultancy to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant. The role is based from their Maidstone office with hybrid working and a 37.5-hour week.

You will provide cost management services across the project lifecycle, liaising with clients, contractors and consultants, and supporting procurement and tender processes. A relevant degree is essential to apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related construction discipline is essential.
• Previous QS or Cost Consultancy experience is required.
• Experience in a construction consultancy is advantageous.
• Good understanding of pre- and post-contract QS duties.
• Strong commercial and numerical skills.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and procurement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors and consultants.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Providing Quantity Surveying and cost consultancy services across a range of projects.
• Preparing feasibility estimates, cost plans and project budgets.
• Providing cost advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Preparing tender documentation and managing tender processes.
• Analysing contractor submissions and preparing tender reports.
• Supporting procurement and contractor appointments.
• Preparing valuations and assessing applications for payment.
• Managing variations and change control.
• Preparing regular cost reports and forecasts.
• Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets.
• Assessing and negotiating final accounts.
• Attending client, design team and project meetings.
• Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors and other consultants.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.
• Maintaining accurate project and commercial documentation.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost consultancy

Contract knowledge

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Client liaison

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Commercial Management degree

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor

Location: Maidstone, Kent

Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum

Sector: Construction / Property / Consultancy

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available

The Opportunity

Hill McGlynn are currently working with an established construction consultancy who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant to join their team, based from their Maidstone office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Consultant looking to develop their career within a professional consultancy environment, working across a varied portfolio of construction and property projects.

The successful candidate will provide commercial and cost-management services throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with clients, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders.

The business offers a 37.5-hour working week, flexible start times and hybrid working, providing flexibility alongside excellent opportunities for continued professional development. A relevant construction or surveying degree is essential for this position.

The Role

As Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant, you will provide cost and commercial advice across projects from initial feasibility and pre-construction through to completion and final account.

• Providing Quantity Surveying and cost consultancy services across a range of projects.
• Preparing feasibility estimates, cost plans and project budgets.
• Providing cost advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Preparing tender documentation and managing tender processes.
• Analysing contractor submissions and preparing tender reports.
• Supporting procurement and contractor appointments.
• Preparing valuations and assessing applications for payment.
• Managing variations and change control.
• Preparing regular cost reports and forecasts.
• Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets.
• Assessing and negotiating final accounts.
• Attending client, design team and project meetings.
• Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors and other consultants.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout project delivery.
• Maintaining accurate project and commercial documentation.
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

About You

We are looking for a commercially minded Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant who is confident working within a consultancy environment and keen to continue developing their career.

You will ideally have:

• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline - essential.
• Previous Quantity Surveying or Cost Consultancy experience.
• Experience working within a construction consultancy would be highly advantageous.
• A good understanding of pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying duties.
• Experience with cost planning, tendering, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Strong commercial and numerical skills.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts and procurement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• The confidence to communicate effectively with clients, contractors and consultants.
• The ability to manage your own workload and multiple project priorities.
• A proactive and professional approach to your work.

What's on Offer?

• Salary between £40,000 and £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working available.
• Maidstone -based position within an established construction consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of construction and property projects.
• Opportunity to work directly with clients and experienced construction professionals.
• Continued professional and career development.
• Long-term progression within the business.