Quantity Surveyor - PQS

Criterion Capital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development firm in Greater London is looking for an experienced Professional Quantity Surveyor to join its in-house preconstruction team. The successful candidate will manage financial aspects of various development projects, ensuring they remain within budget while providing expert advice on cost planning, procurement, and risk management. The role offers the chance to work on diverse projects, including commercial developments and residential refurbishments, contributing to the company's growth and success.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing financial aspects of development projects.
• Ability to prepare detailed cost plans and estimates.
• Experience in procuring and managing tenders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost plans and estimates during project phases.
• Manage procurement processes and conduct evaluations.
• Advise on construction contracts and handle variations.
• Provide cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Cost Planning

Tender Management

Contract Administration

Value Engineering

Risk Management

Job description

Job Description

Criterion Capital are seeking an experienced and dynamic Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to join our in-house preconstruction team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of our development projects, ensuring they are delivered within budget, and providing expert advice on feasibility cost planning, procurement strategies, contract administration and value engineering. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects and contribute to the growth and success of our business. Projects across the portfolio include commercial to hotel conversions, mixed use residential, private residential refurbishments.

Responsibilities

• Cost Planning & Estimating - Prepare detailed cost plans and estimates during the feasibility and design stages of projects.
• Tender Management - Prepare tender documents, manage procurement processes, and conduct tender evaluations.
• Contract Administration - Advise on and prepare construction contracts / consultant appointments, including variations.
• Value Engineering - Provide cost-effective solutions and alternatives to ensure maximum value for money.
• Risk Management - Identify commercial risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.