Project Quantity Surveyor (Maintenance)

RG Setsquare; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Cheltenham is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work on residential and social housing projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in the social housing sector, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Responsibilities include analyzing tender returns, supporting the team, and producing monthly valuations. This is a permanent position with an analytical focus.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential / social housing projects.
• Ability to analyse tender returns and collate information.
• Proficient in office IT applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyse tender returns and collate information for discussion.
• Support the team to improve the supply chain.
• Compile, complete, and issue detailed CVRs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Experience working in the Social Housing sector

Ability to work as part of a team

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Job description

We have a unique opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well‑established main contractor on a permanent basis, working on residential / social housing projects, based out of their offices near Cheltenham. Projects will range from £0.5 million to £3 million in value.

Duties

• Analyse tender returns and collate information for discussion with team
• Support the team to increase and improve upon existing supply chain
• Compile and issue sub contract orders and ensure these are signed and returned along with any supporting documentation
• Review and sign off on any sub contract applications and prepare and send out payment notices
• Undertake detailed internal and external cashflow forecasts
• Produce monthly AFAs for clients
• Produce monthly valuations and agree with clients
• Work closely with the site team to ensure that all cost are recorded, provide support if needed
• Issue variation orders if required, ensuring relevant documentation is available to substantiate
• Attend site visits to provide assistance and support to both the commercial and operational side of the business
• Compile, complete and issue detailed and accurate CVRs to directors

Ideal candidate

• Experience working in the Social Housing sector
• Ability to work as part of a small team
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency using office IT applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word or equivalent software

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy