Quantity Surveyor (Construction / Geotechnical)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Swansea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking a Quantity Surveyor with construction or geotechnical experience to own estimating and commercial activities from tender to final account. You will develop costs by assessing drawings, labour, materials and plant, and work with Project Managers and site teams to ensure delivery.

Travel across South Wales and Southern England, Monday to Friday, 8-5. Applicants should hold a Quantity Surveying qualification and a Full UK driving license.

Qualifications

• Hold a qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Full UK driving license.
• Experience in construction or geotechnical environments.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of estimating and commercial activities from initial tender through to project completion.
• Develop accurate project costs by assessing drawings, labour, materials and plant requirements.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Contract Managers and site teams throughout Project Delivery.
• Travelling across South Wales and Southern England.
• Monday to Friday, 8 - 5.

Education

HNC

HND

Quantity Surveying qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quantity Surveyor (Construction / Geotechnical)

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or Commercial professional with a background in construction, civils or geotechnical projects, looking for a varied role where you can take ownership of projects from tender stage through to final account?

The company on offer is an established specialist provider of geotechnical, geoenvironmental, site and land-based services, with over 30 years of experience supporting clients across the construction, infrastructure, highways, utilities and energy sectors.

You will provide commercial support throughout the project lifecycle, from preparing tenders and developing cost estimates through to valuations, cost control and final accounts.

Working closely with Project Managers, Contract Managers, site teams, suppliers and subcontractors, you will help ensure projects are commercially controlled and delivered effectively.

The suitable candidate will hold a qualification in Quantity Surveying and have experience in a similar role within construction or geotechnical environments.

The Role

• Take ownership of estimating and commercial activities from initial tender through to project completion
• Develop accurate project costs by assessing drawings, specifications, labour, materials and plant requirements
• Work Closely with Project Managers, Contract Managers and site teams throughout Project Delivery
• Travelling across South Wales and Southern England
• Monday to Friday, 8 - 5

The Person

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator within commercial construction environments
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying
• Full UK driving license

Reference Number: BBBH27565

Keywords: Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveying, Estimator, Construction Estimator, Commercial Estimator, Cost Estimator, Commercial Surveyor, Commercial Management, Construction, Civils, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical, Geoenvironmental, Ground Investigation, Construction Projects, Tendering, Tender Management, Tender Submissions, First Principles Estimating, Cost Estimating, Cost Planning, Cost Control, Quantity Take-Offs, Material Take-Offs, Labour Costs, Plant Costs, Valuations, Applications for Payment, Measurement, Final Accounts, Cost Management, Project Costing, Commercial Risk, Risk Management, Contract Management, Construction Contracts, Supplier Management, Subcontractor Management, Procurement, Tender Programmes, Project Reporting, Commercial Reporting, Project Management, Construction Delivery, HNC, HND, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, South Wales, South West, UK Driving Licence.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.