Quantity Surveyor

Conrad Consulting; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

APC support towards MRICS

Exposure to residential & affordable (

Career progression

Job summary

Conrad Consulting is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a Preston-based construction consultancy with a strong focus on social and affordable housing.

In this hybrid role you’ll manage cost plans, prepare estimates and Bills of Quantities, and support project delivery across a varied housing portfolio while working toward MRICS chartership with APC support.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience in social/affordable housing is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of contracts and cost management.
• Experience acting as Employer's Agent would be advantageous.
• Good communication and multi-project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost management across social and affordable housing projects.
• Prepare estimates, budgets and tender documents.
• Assist with Bills of Quantities preparation.
• Undertake contract administration and support project delivery.
• Manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Support Employer's Agent services where required.

Skills

Quantity Surveying experience

Housing sector experience

MRICS pathway awareness

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Conrad Consulting is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established and growing construction consultancy based in Preston.

Our client has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality consultancy services across the built environment, with a particular focus on residential and affordable housing projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment, with exposure to a varied workload and a clear pathway towards achieving MRICS status.

Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor:

• Provide cost management services across a range of construction projects, predominantly within the social and affordable housing sector.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of Bills of Quantities.
• Undertake contract administration and support project delivery.
• Manage valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of Employer's Agent services where required.

Requirements of the Quantity Surveyor:

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience within a construction consultancy or similar environment.
• Experience working on social housing or affordable housing developments is highly desirable.
• A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and cost management processes.
• Previous experience undertaking Employer's Agent duties would be advantageous.
• Experience preparing Bills of Quantities would be beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.

On offer for the Quantity Surveyor

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Full APC support towards achieving MRICS chartership.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential and affordable housing projects.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

This opportunity would suit a Quantity Surveyor who is keen to take the next step in their career, gain greater project responsibility and work towards professional chartership.