Quantity Surveyor

Conrad Consulting; Fulwood Row; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

MRICS APC support

Career progression

Exposure to housing projects

Job summary

Conrad Consulting is recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join a Preston-based construction consultancy with a strong reputation in social and affordable housing projects.

You will provide cost management services, prepare estimates and Bills of Quantities, undertake contract administration, and support project delivery. The role offers hybrid working, APC support toward MRICS chartership, and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience in cost management and preparing Bills of Quantities is desirable.
• Experience in social/affordable housing projects is advantageous.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and cost management processes.
• Employer's Agent duties experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost management services across social and affordable housing projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of Bills of Quantities.
• Undertake contract administration and support project delivery.
• Manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
• Support Employer's Agent services where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Cost management

Multi-project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Conrad Consulting is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing construction consultancy based in Preston.

Our client has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality consultancy services across the built environment, with a particular focus on residential and affordable housing projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, with exposure to a varied workload and a clear pathway towards achieving MRICS status.

Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor:

• Provide cost management services across a range of construction projects, predominantly within the social and affordable housing sector.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of Bills of Quantities.
• Undertake contract administration and support project delivery.
• Manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of Employer's Agent services where required.

Requirements of the Quantity Surveyor:

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience within a construction consultancy or similar environment.
• Experience working on social housing or affordable housing developments is highly desirable.
• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and cost management processes.
• Previous experience undertaking Employer's Agent duties would be advantageous.
• Experience preparing Bills of Quantities would be beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.

On offer for the Quantity Surveyor

• Competitive salary of £40,000-45,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Full APC support towards achieving MRICS chartership.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential and affordable housing projects.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

This opportunity would suit a Quantity Surveyor who is keen to take the next step in their career, gain greater project responsibility and work towards professional chartership.