Quantity Surveyor/Estimator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Comprehensive private healthcare

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd. is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join the expanding team in Belfast. The role focuses on commercial management, cost control, valuations and strong supplier relationships across the project lifecycle.

You will review drawings, prepare tender enquiries, negotiate with subcontractors and manage valuations and final accounts. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a QS/estimating role and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or equivalent.
• Two years' experience in Quantity Surveying/Estimating in main contracting.
• Strong commercial awareness and cost control ability.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently within a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.”

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and specs to identify labour, materials, plant and specialist subcontractor needs.
• Prepare tender enquiries and obtain competitive quotations.
• Negotiate costs, rates and terms with suppliers/subcontractors.
• Prepare subcontractor valuations and manage accounts to final settlement.
• Produce and submit monthly valuations with variations and additional works.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and project stakeholders to agree rates and cost analyses.
• Measure completed works per contract schedules of rates.
• Submit interim valuations and final accounts on time.
• Work with project management and finance to maximise profitability.
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and participate in progress meetings.
• Attend site visits and project progress meetings.

Skills

Cost control

Valuations

Tendering

Subcontractor negotiation

Client liaison

Cost reporting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

HND/HNC qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management of construction projects, ensuring effective cost control, accurate valuations, and strong supplier and subcontractor relationships throughout the project life-cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings and specifications to identify labour, materials, plant and specialist subcontractor requirements.
• Prepare tender enquiries and obtain competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Negotiate costs, rates and terms with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Prepare subcontractor valuations and manage accounts through to final account settlement.
• Produce and submit monthly valuations, including the assessment and recording of variations and additional works.
• Liaise directly with clients, consultants and project stakeholders to agree rates, variations and cost analyses.
• Measure completed works in accordance with contract schedules of rates.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and final accounts within agreed timescales.
• Work closely with project management and finance teams to ensure robust commercial control and maximise project profitability.
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and contribute to management and client progress meetings.
• Attend site visits and project progress meetings as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualified in

Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline is preferred.

• Candidates with an

HND/HNC qualification and relevant industry experience will also be considered.

• Minimum of

2 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying or Estimating role within a main contracting environment.

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify opportunities and manage project costs effectively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the confidence to engage with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently whilst contributing positively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including

Excel, Word, Outlook and Project.

• Competitive salary package.
• Company vehicle provided.
• Comprehensive private healthcare package.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of construction projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career development.

If you are an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career with a reputable contractor, we would be keen to hear from you.

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