Quantity Surveyor

Vital Human Resources; Potters Corner; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage project costs and ensure value in infrastructure projects. The role involves preparing accurate cost estimates, liaising with stakeholders, and managing subcontractor packages. Opportunities for career growth and competitive salary based on experience are included.

Benefits

26 days holiday

Bank Holidays paid

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Company vehicle

Laptop and phone

Private health care

Qualifications

• Experience in managing project costs for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to prepare and manage cost estimates and budgets.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor project costs against budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans.
• Support tendering processes and prepare contract documentation.
• Monitor project costs and identify cost overruns or savings.
• Liaise with project managers and stakeholders for commercial support.
• Manage subcontractor packages and negotiations.

Skills

Cost estimation and budgeting

Tendering processes

Project cost monitoring

Stakeholder liaison

Procurement and negotiation

Job description

Overview

Vital has an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

About the role

The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing project costs, ensuring value for money, and contributing to the delivery of successful infrastructure projects. This position can be based out of our Kent office, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-impact projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans for infrastructure projects.
• Support tendering processes, including the preparation of bills of quantities and contract documentation.
• Monitor project costs against budgets and identify any potential cost overruns or savings.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to provide commercial support throughout project lifecycles.
• Manage subcontractor packages, including procurement, negotiation, and final account settlements.
• Assist in the valuation of variations and change control.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and relevant regulations.
• Prepare and present cost reports and forecasts for internal and client review.

You will receive

• Salary based on experience
• 26 days holiday
• Bank Holidays paid
• Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Company vehicle
• Laptop and phone
• Private health care