Quantity Surveyor

Parker Jones Group Ltd; Dronfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Dronfield is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include procurement of subcontractors, cost management, and ensuring accurate cash flow forecasts. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Commercial awareness is essential for managing contracts.
• Proficient in IT, particularly Excel, for managing budgets and forecasts.
• Good problem-solving skills to address any issues that arise.
• Good written and verbal communication skills are vital for client interaction.
• Attention to detail to ensure all financial records are accurate.
• 5 years experience in Quantity Surveying or similar roles required.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Ensure contract variations are captured and agreed in a timely manner.
• Produce accurate monthly CVRs for projects.
• Submit client valuations in accordance with contract terms.
• Update cost budgets and cashflow forecasts regularly.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Proficient in IT particularly Excel

Ability to efficiently organise workload

Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team

Good written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

5 years experience in Quantity Surveying or similar

Tools

Excel

Job description

Quantity Surveyor required in Dronfield

Responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects under their control. You will manage the costs on each project whilst ensuring that the construction project is completed within its projected budget and in line with the contractual works programme.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Procurement of sub-contractors and suppliers on all contracts under the QS's control.
• Placing all sub-contract orders in line with programme requirements, ensuring best price and contract adherence are achieved.
• Placing material orders in line with programme requirements, ensuring that all records are saved appropriately & details provided to finance.
• Comply with all deadlines listed within the SBS Commercial Timetable.
• Provide accurate and fully detailed cashflow & revenue forecasts for all schemes under the QS's control.
• Ensure a cost budget for each project is produced prior to works commencing. Constantly update the cost budget for the scheme within the monthly contract CVR process.
• Produce accurate monthly CVRs for each project, ensuring all cost heads have been reviewed for current costs and forecasted end of day costs. A full analysis of each sub-contract package along with value of the works must be undertaken and detailed within the CVR.
• Ensure variations to the contract are captured and agreed with clients within a timely manner. Same applies with supply chain variations. All variations must be reviewed, and prices agreed before any certification within sub-contract valuations.
• Submit fully reviewed sub-contract valuations within the contractual timescales laid out in the sub-contract order. Allow for all legal notifications required and the adhere to the deadlines of such.
• Ensure client valuations are submitted in line with contract terms. Valuations are to be maximized ensuring that each contract remains in the best possible cash position.
• Good problem-solving skills

Requirements

Desirable but not essential:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Management of people
• Energy Efficiency and social housing experience

Essential:

• Commercial awareness
• Proficient in IT particularly excel
• Ability to efficiently organise workload
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team
• Demonstratable and up-to-date technical accounting knowledge
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Attention to detail5 years experience in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Full UK driving licence