Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes & Reece; Leeds; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is searching for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Leeds. This role involves overseeing a high-profile £175m student accommodation project, ensuring successful project delivery within budget. The position offers a salary of up to £55,000, a car allowance, and benefits including private healthcare and generous annual leave. Interested candidates can contact Alex for more information or to apply.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Pension

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably with a Tier 1 contractor.
• Proficient in preparing tender and contract documents.
• Strong measuring and valuation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost-effective advice to complete projects successfully.
• Prepare financial statements and valuations.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site visits.

Skills

Cost control

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Are you an Quantity Surveyor looking for a new exciting opportunity working with a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a high profile student accommodation block in Leeds?

Due to several new contract wins, my client who are a UK leading Tier 1 Main Contractor with an approx turnover of £1.4bn are looking for an experienced site based Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

The role of an Quantity Surveyor

You will play an essential part of the commercial team reporting directly to the Senior Project Surveyor working on a high profile £175m Student accommodation block consisting of over 650 apartments. As Quantity Surveyor you will play a vital role in supporting both pre-construction and post-construction stages, ensuring the successful delivery of projects within budget and meeting client expectations.

Duties of an Quantity Surveyor

• Collaborate with the Senior Project Surveyor and project teams to provide professional and cost-effective advice, contributing to the successful completion of projects.
• Support in the preparation of tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities, cost estimates, and cost plans.
• Assist in conducting feasibility studies and site visits to gather crucial data for accurate cost estimates.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure effective cost control and value engineering throughout projects.
• Undertake accurate measurements, quantities, and valuations of work completed, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, valuations, and final accounts.
• Stay updated on industry advancements and best practices, actively participating in continuing professional development opportunities.

Benefits for an Quantity Surveyor

• Salary up to £55,000 DOE
• Car Allowance
• Pension
• Private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Including your birthday off)
• Personal development plan and career progression

How to apply?

If this position sounds of interest and you would like more information, or would like to apply, please don't hesitate to get in contact with Alex at Fawkes & Reece on 0114 213 0900 or [e-mail]