Quantity Surveyor

Jackson Civil Engineering; Greater Lincolnshire, East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional civil engineering firm is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor in the Greater Lincolnshire area. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, preparing contracts and budgets, conducting cost analysis, and engaging in effective communication with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has experience in heavy civil projects and strong numeracy skills. This position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company pension scheme - we match up to 8%

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Extensive training programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Company social calendar

Early leave on Fridays (

'The Great Escape')

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil projects and familiarity with NEC contracts.
• Confidence and flexibility in approach.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental objectives.
• Prepare plans, contracts, budgets, and bills of quantities.
• Conduct on-site measurements and assessments.
• Perform ongoing cost analysis for maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare estimates and analyze sub-contractors' quotations.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Job description

Due to increased workload, we are now recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Northern Region, initially working on schemes across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, the East Midlands and Lincolnshire. The works involve small-scale sites focused on the construction of in-channel structures and associated steelworks.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with quality, safety and environmental objectives

Preparing plans, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation

On-site measurement and measurement of drawings as required

Identifying potential risks and evaluate options for control

On-going cost analysis of maintenance and repair work and provide evidence for resolution of disputes

Feasibility studies of clients requests

Preparation of estimates and analysing sub-contractors quotations

Preparation and agreeing variation accounts and the preparation and agreeing of interim valuations and final accounts

Prepare and issue certification for contract payments to sub-contractors

Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedure

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

We also place high importance on our inclusive recruitment policy and will do our very best to support those applicants who may need adjustments in order to take part in the recruitment process.

Please do let us know if you require any additional assistance on 01473 238300.

Skills Required

We’re after an ambitious individual with great communication skills, who is confident with a flexible approach.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate innovative approaches to problem solving and the ability to negotiate across the various levels of any construction environment as well as handle the financial and mathematical demands of the role by possessing impressive numeracy and IT skills.

The ideal candidate must have experience working on heavy civil projects and working with the NEC form of contract.

Due to this being a regional based role, the successful candidate must be ok to travel and have a full UK driving license.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Benefits Package

Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)

Company pension scheme - we match up to 8%

25 day holiday plus bank holidays (with the option of buying more holiday)

Extensive training programmes

Employee Assistance Programme

Company social calendar, regular fun days and a broad range of charity events

A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career

'The Great Escape' - leaving work early every Friday!

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Please send us your CV and a covering letter

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.