Quantity Surveyor in Belfast

Haughey Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned recruitment agency is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a professional construction company in Belfast. The role involves analysing construction specifications, negotiating with suppliers, and managing project costs. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or related field, along with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This position presents a great opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally have Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management.
• Experience in Estimating / Quantity Surveying role for at least 2 years.
• Articulate, pro-active, and comfortable working with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Analyse construction drawings and specifications.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Teamwork

Strong initiative

Education

Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management

HND/HNC or strong construction related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

Job: Quantity Surveyor in Belfast. Following the award of several new contracts in Northern Ireland, our client have a vacancy for a Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional construction company which operates throughout the UK and Ireland who provide construction, property redevelopment and refurbishment services across various sectors. This position can be based in either their BELFAST OR COOKSTOWN office.

Responsibilities

• Analyse construction drawings and specifications to identify labour, material, and specialist requirements
• Preparation of enquiry documents, sourcing and obtaining material and subcontractor quotations including final negotiations and orders
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors on a regular basis to ensure budgets are not exceeded
• Complete monthly sub contractor valuations through to final account
• Complete monthly valuations to PQS and record all additional works items
• Liaise with clients to agree rates/variations and cost analysis
• Measure works as per contract specific schedule of rates
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts within the agreed timescales
• Working closely with Management and Accounts to ensure accurate and vigorous cost management of the project to deliver a profitable outcome
• Provide accurate and robust monthly reports for Management and Client Progress Meetings
• Attend and participate in Site Progress Meetings

Candidate

• Ideally have Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or in other related disciplines. Applicants with HND/HNC or strong construction related experience will also be considered for the role
• Experience in Estimating / Quantity Surveying role within a Main Contracting organisation for at least 2 years
• Be articulate, pro-active with excellent commercial acumen and communication skills and comfortable working with minimum supervision
• Be able to demonstrate initiative whilst working in a team environment
• Proficient in Microsoft packages including outlook, word, excel and project

For more information on this Quantity Surveyor in Belfast position please contact Pauline Haughey on 02887440033 or email [e-mail].