Quantity Surveyor

MFK Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Quantity Surveyor located in Durham. The role involves overseeing cost control and managing overall project costs, including preparing detailed cost estimates, monitoring expenditures, and providing regular reports. Candidates should have experience in cost management and preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQ).

Qualifications

• Experience in Cost Control, Cost Management, Cost Planning, and Cost Reporting.
• Proficient in preparing and managing Bills of Quantities (BOQ).

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
• Monitor project expenditures and implement effective cost control measures.
• Conduct feasibility studies to assess the viability of projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate pricing and resource allocation.
• Prepare tender documents and evaluate bids from contractors.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions related to projects.
• Provide regular reports on project costs and forecasts to stakeholders.
• Assist in resolving any disputes related to costs or contracts.

Skills

Cost Control

Cost Management

Cost Planning

Cost Reporting

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Job description

Quantity Surveyor - Overview

My Client is seeking a full-time on-site Quantity Surveyor located in Durham. The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for overseeing cost control, creating Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and managing overall costs, including cost planning and cost reporting.

Daily tasks include preparing tender and contract documents, performing risk and value management, and providing advice on contractual claims. The role also involves liaising with clients and other professionals to ensure cost-effective project development and completion.

Quantity Surveyor - Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
• Monitor project expenditures and implement effective cost control measures.
• Conduct feasibility studies to assess the viability of projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate pricing and resource allocation.
• Prepare tender documents and evaluate bids from contractors.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions related to projects.
• Provide regular reports on project costs and forecasts to stakeholders.
• Assist in resolving any disputes related to costs or contracts.

Quantity Surveyor - Experience / Qualifications

• Experience in Cost Control, Cost Management, Cost Planning, and Cost Reporting
• Proficient in preparing and managing BOQ
• Strong analytical and numeri...