Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Corsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected multi-disciplinary consultancy in the UK is seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The role involves preparing cost estimates, managing contracts, and ensuring budget adherence. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience in contract management. The position offers a competitive salary and clear opportunities for career progression along with additional benefits such as health insurance and holiday increments.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

21 days holiday (rising to 30)

Company pension scheme

Medicash health insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in cost estimation, contract management, and budget control.
• Good knowledge of construction law and regulatory compliance.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and establish budgets for projects.
• Monitor project expenditure and ensure adherence to budgets.
• Value completed work and manage payments.

Skills

Cost estimation

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC or degree in Quantity Surveying

Chartered (MRICS) or working towards it

Tools

Masterbill

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Quantity Surveyor

We are working with a respected and award-winning multi-disciplinary consultancy that includes Architects, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Interior Designers. Known for delivering innovative design solutions, they are seeking a qualified Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team and support their continued success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, feasibility studies, and establish budgets for proposed projects.
• Develop tender documents, contracts, and bills of quantities, and manage procurement processes.
• Monitor project expenditure and ensure adherence to budgets, providing financial progress reports.
• Value completed work, arrange payments, and manage interim valuations and final accounts.
• Identify potential risks, conduct cost-benefit analysis, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant construction laws and regulations; advise on contractual matters.
• Promote sustainable construction methods and value engineering principles.

Candidate Profile:

• HNC or degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Chartered (MRICS) or actively working towards chartered status.
• Demonstrable experience in cost estimation, contract management, and budget control.
• Good working knowledge of construction law and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in relevant software such as Masterbill, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel.
• Willingness to travel to client sites as needed.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary package.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• 21 days holiday (rising to 30 days with length of service and seniority).
• Company pension scheme.
• Medicash health insurance, including virtual GP access, health treatments, discounted gym membership, and retail offers.
• Access to mental health support and funded counselling.
• Cycle to work and tech purchasing schemes.
• Regular team social events and volunteering opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to develop within a supportive environment where your input is valued, and your career can thrive. If you're a motivated Quantity Surveyor seeking long-term career growth within a respected consultancy, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more or to arrange a confidential conversation.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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