Quantity Surveyor

Robert Hurst Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Hurst Limited is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor based in London to lead commercial performance on ductwork and mechanical projects. You will manage contracts from tender through to final account, overseeing valuations, variations and subcontractor payments.

Applicants should have extensive ductwork QS experience, strong contract awareness and a proactive, commercially minded approach to drive project profitability within London-based schemes.

Qualifications

• Extensive Quantity Surveying experience within the ductwork sector.
• Strong contract and commercial awareness.
• Experience managing subcontract packages, variations and final accounts.
• Experience with valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Experience working with drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Commercially minded and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of ductwork and mechanical projects.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Managing variations, change control and additional works.
• Reviewing subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Preparing cost forecasts and monitoring project expenditure.
• Reviewing contracts, specifications and drawings.
• Producing accurate cost estimates and pricing works where required.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing and maintaining good commercial relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assisting with tender submissions and reviewing tender returns.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets and commercial objectives.
• Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure commercial matters are identified and dealt with promptly.
• Preparing regular commercial reports for senior management.
• Taking projects through to successful commercial completion and final account settlement.

Job description

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established M&E contractor based in Chancery Lane, London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with extensive ductwork experience to join a growing business and play an important role in managing the commercial performance of a range of ductwork and mechanical projects.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the ductwork industry and be confident managing projects from tender stage through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial aspects of ductwork and mechanical projects.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Managing variations, change control and additional works.
• Reviewing subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Preparing cost forecasts and monitoring project expenditure.
• Reviewing contracts, specifications and drawings.
• Producing accurate cost estimates and pricing works where required.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Managing and maintaining good commercial relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assisting with tender submissions and reviewing tender returns.
• Ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets and commercial objectives.
• Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure commercial matters are identified and dealt with promptly.
• Preparing regular commercial reports for senior management.
• Taking projects through to successful commercial completion and final account settlement.

Essential Experience

The successful candidate must have:

• Extensive Quantity Surveying experience within the ductwork sector.
• A strong understanding of commercial ductwork projects and installation.
• Experience managing subcontract packages and variations.
• Experience with valuations, applications, payments and final accounts.
• Strong contract and commercial awareness.
• Experience working with drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A commercially minded and proactive approach.

Desirable

• Experience within the wider M&E / mechanical services sector.
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial experience.
• Experience working on major London projects.
• Experience with NEC, JCT or other standard forms of construction contract.