Quantity Surveyor

Mitie; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire protection provider in the UK is seeking a diligent professional to provide commercial assistance to project teams. Responsibilities include reviewing tender terms, performing progress valuations, and mentoring junior members. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in the fire protection sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The role offers competitive benefits including a company car, life insurance, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company Car

Life Insurance

24 hours GP Helpline

Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial assistance to the project teams.
• Review tender stage terms and conditions.
• Perform monthly progress valuations of projects.
• Submit timely and accurate variations.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Attend site visits and client meetings.

Skills

Previous experience within fire protection sector

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and part of a team

Strong attention to detail

Knowledge of construction management principles

Full clean driving licence

Job description

Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 4pm, but flexibility is required.

Salary depending on experience.

Argus Fire launched in 1982, is part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK's class-leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems. We design, install, and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects through to servicing small standalone products. We currently have over 200 employees and have offices based in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London.

Despite our ongoing success, we are never content on standing still and continue to re‑invest significant amounts into the development of our products, services and platforms.

Why Join Us? Come and work with a talented, motivated, and friendly group of like-minded colleagues. Be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues. Be part of a company that invests heavily in apprenticeships futures and ongoing learning and development.

Duties

• Provide commercial assistance to the project teams
• Tender stage terms and conditions review
• Monthly progress valuations of projectsTimely and accurate variations submissions
• Attention to site progress and any delay events
• Mentoring of junior team members
• Attending site visits and client meetings

Candidate Skill Requirements

• Previous experience within fire protection sector is preferred or if not construction services industry is required
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Knowledge of construction management principles and practices
• Full clean driving licence

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Car
• Life Insurance
• 24 hours GP Helpline
• Employee Assistance Program