Project Quantity Surveyor

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Ospringe; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

37.5-hour week

Flexible start times

Faversham-based position

Career development

Long-term progression

Job summary

Hill McGlynn are recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant to join their client’s team from the Faversham office in Kent. The role offers a hybrid working pattern and a 37.5-hour week, with flexible start times and plenty of opportunity to develop professionally.

You will provide cost management across the project lifecycle, advising clients, contractors and consultants and contributing to cost plans, tender assessments and final accounts on a varied portfolio of construction

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related construction discipline is essential.
• Previous Quantity Surveying or Cost Consultancy experience.
• Experience in a construction consultancy is advantageous.
• 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.
• Ability to communicate with clients, contractors and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Provide Quantity Surveying and cost consultancy services across a range of projects.
• Prepare feasibility estimates, cost plans and project budgets.
• Provide cost advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare tender documentation and manage tender processes.
• Analyse tender submissions and prepare tender reports.
• Support procurement and contractor appointments.
• Prepare valuations and assess applications for payment.
• Manage variations and change control.
• Prepare regular cost reports and forecasts.
• Monitor project expenditure against budgets.
• Assess and negotiate final accounts.
• Attend client, design team and project meetings.
• Work with architects, engineers, contractors and other consultants.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate project and commercial documentation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Numerical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organised

Time management

Client liaison

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

Location: Faversham, Kent

Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum

Sector: Construction / Property / Consultancy

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week with flexible start times

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 Faversham 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.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• 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 £35,000 and £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working available.
• 37.5-hour working week.
• Flexible start times.
• Faversham-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.