Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor

jobs24.co.uk; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. In this hybrid role, you'll enjoy a balanced work/life environment while contributing to impactful refurbishment projects in the Healthcare, Education, and Leisure sectors. Your responsibilities will include preparing estimates, managing cash flows, and liaising with various stakeholders to ensure project success. With a strong focus on collaboration and communication, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference and grow your career with a reputable company, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

27 Days Holiday & BH

Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%

Company Car or Allowance

Discounted Healthcare Scheme

High street & lifestyle discounts

Paid volunteering day per year

Length of service awards

Qualifications

• Experience in Education, Healthcare, and Leisure Refurbishment/Fast Fit environments.
• Proficient in MS Office and holds a Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in estimates, bids, and tenders for projects.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monthly applications for payment.
• Liaise with Contractors, Suppliers, and Clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Experience as Quantity Surveyor or Assistant

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Stoke on Trent office; Hybrid role, office/home and site with some regional travel - North West/Yorkshire, East and West Midlands. Working Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, typically 8.30 am - 5.00 pm.

As a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll know that what you do matters, and creating an environment that enables you to be at your best matters to us. We see our impact and the improvements we provide to our customers every day, which is only possible because of our amazing teams, made up of great people, just like you.

Fast-paced and progressive, you will have the opportunity to take responsibility and thrive in an environment where you are trusted, with a work/life balance that gives you the chance to feel motivated and satisfied, at work and at home. Within our Public Services and Commercial team, covering Healthcare, Education, and Leisure sectors on various Refurbishment and Fast Track projects, you will work both from home/office and on site, collaborating with your team in an inclusive environment.

The role involves obtaining and evaluating information to ensure a realistic cost for the supply of works, goods, materials, and services for designated Fit-out and Refurbishment projects while liaising with Contractors, Suppliers, and Clients to ensure information, costs, profitability, and value meet project requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation, processing, and selection of estimates, bids, and tenders to demanding timescales.
• Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts for designated projects.
• Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to the Client/Client's representative.
• Prepare monthly valuation reports.
• Submit invoices for certified value and ensure payments are received on time.
• Value and authorise payments to sub-contractors.
• Liaise with Contract Managers to establish the project specification and requirements.
• Attend and contribute to meetings with work colleagues and/or Clients/Customers when necessary, building relationships and demonstrating excellent communication skills.
• Monitor the contract progress, assess, and report any changes that may affect project costs and/or time scale.
• Assist in the control of contract budgets.

You will have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant within the Education, Healthcare, and Leisure Refurbishment/Fast Fit environment, which will give you the knowledge to hit the ground running and contribute effectively to the team. Attention to detail and great written and verbal communication skills are essential to your success. You must also have proficient MS Office skills and hold a Full UK Driving Licence, as travel is required for this role.

About Us: Novus Property Solutions is a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and decarbonisation specialist with more than 750 colleagues in 20 locations across Great Britain, providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 125-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients. Our vision is to be the leader in building and maintenance solutions, delivered with compassion and care for the communities in which we operate.

Benefits:

• Attractive salary and benefits package.
• 27 Days Holiday & BH - option to buy or sell holidays.
• Company pension scheme - up to 7.5%.
• Company Car or Allowance.
• Hybrid working with flexible working patterns considered.
• Discounted Healthcare Scheme, high street & lifestyle discounts including Taste card, a day paid volunteering per year, length of service awards, and many more.