Quantity Surveyor, Chartered

Ridge and Partners LLP; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Leeds is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This role involves a mix of responsibilities including cost planning, procurement advice, and contract management across various sectors such as residential, industrial, and healthcare. The ideal candidate will have a RICS accredited degree, at least three years of RICS membership, and demonstrable pre and post contract experience. This position offers a path for career progression within the firm.

Qualifications

• Must have RICS membership with a minimum of three years.
• Experience with pre and post contract QS responsibilities.
• Proven ability in cost planning and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a variety of projects including cost planning and advising on construction methods.
• Provide pre-contract services including procurement and tender management.
• Perform post-contract services such as valuing completed work and budget management.

Skills

Cost Planning

Value Engineering

Contract Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

RICS accredited degree

Job description

What’s The Opportunity

Due to the growth of the Leeds team, we are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready for a new challenge to join our small team. You must be able to work independently, be thorough and concise and a team player. This is a great opportunity for someone aspiring to progress their career.

Our Team Works In a Variety Of Sectors, Including

• Residential (new build and conversions)
• Industrial
• Commercial (office refurbishments)
• Education
• Local Authority
• Healthcare

What you need to do to be effective in this role

The role will be varied and include day to day lead on a variety of projects specifically including:

• Cost Planning (including use of Cost Ex) at various RIBA stages including producing preliminary and detailed cost estimates (from feasibility through to detailed design) and advising architects and engineers on the cost implications of different construction methods, alternative choices of materials, reconciling the Cost Plan to ensure the Project remains within budget and lifecycle costing

• Pre-Contract services, including:
  • Providing advice on procurement strategy, risk management, value engineering and the overall tendering process
  • Provide advice on contract arrangements and conditions under which building will be constructed
  • Prepare tender documents
  • Advising clients on tenders when received, including undertaking a full tender evaluation and advising on alternative proposals
  • Prepare contract documentation

• Post Contract services, including:
  • Providing advice on contractual matters / procedures, valuing completed work and approving progress payments
  • Monitor changes in design and measure, value and negotiates variations
  • Budget management and cost reporting to the client
  • Negotiate final accounts
  • Working closely with the team and mentoring / working with graduates
  • Developing existing client contacts and relationships
  • Developing new client contacts and relationships

The Skills And Experience

• RICS with a minimum of three years membership
• Have achieved a RICS accredited degree
• Be able to evidence pre and post contract QS experience through examples of projects you have worked on.