Project Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor

Premises Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Premises Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor/Quantity Surveyor to join a London-based project portfolio for a circa £10m mixed-use scheme. The role centres on commercial management with close collaboration across the project team.

The candidate should have proven experience with main contractors or developers, strong procurement and cost control capabilities, and a track record of delivering projects from pre-construction to final accounts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or developer.
• Experience managing commercial aspects of construction projects through to completion.
• Experience in residential, apartment, mixed-use, commercial or public sector construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for commercial management of the project from pre-construction through to completion.
• Manage project costs, budgets and financial reporting.
• Prepare and review subcontract packages and manage procurement.
• Negotiate and place subcontract orders.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, payments and variations.
• Prepare and maintain cost reports and CVRs.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and team to align commercial and operational objectives.
• Maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships.
• Assist with final accounts preparation and agreement.
• Provide commercial reporting to senior management.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor

London

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor to join an established £100m+ turnover main contractor with a diverse portfolio of construction projects across residential, commercial and public sector markets.

The company delivers projects ranging from super prime residential and high end hotels, through to mid market residential and public sector schemes, providing an opportunity to work across a varied and interesting project portfolio.

The role will be focused on the commercial management of a circa £10m new build mixed use apartment scheme in London.

The successful candidate will be based from the company's North West London headquarters, with regular visits to the project and close involvement with the wider project team.

This would suit an experienced Project QS or Quantity Surveyor with a strong main contracting or developer background.

Responsibilities

As Project Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of the project, working closely with the Project Manager, site team, client, consultants and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Taking responsibility for the commercial management of the project from pre-construction through to completion.
• Managing project costs, budgets and financial reporting.
• Preparing and reviewing subcontract packages and managing the procurement process.
• Negotiating and placing subcontract orders.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, payments and variations.
• Preparing and agreeing valuations and applications for payment.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate cost reports and CVRs.
• Working closely with the Project Manager and wider project team to ensure commercial and operational objectives are aligned.
• Managing subcontractor and supplier relationships throughout the project.
• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Providing commercial advice and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor or developer.
• Experience managing the commercial aspects of construction projects through to completion.
• Experience within residential, apartment, mixed-use, commercial or public sector construction would be advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of subcontract procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Good commercial awareness and an ability to identify and manage project risks.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• The ability to work effectively with project teams, subcontractors, consultants and clients.
• A degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline would be advantageous.

Salary will be competitive and dependent on experience, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Project Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor | Main Contractor | London