Quantity Surveyor(Specialist Sub:contractor)

TipTopJob

South Yorkshire

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 60,000

Full time

19 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to GBP60,000
Benefits package
Sheffield-based position
Varied structural steel projects
Long-term career progression
Established and growing business

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor for structural steelwork in Sheffield. You will manage commercial aspects, cost control and profitability on steel projects, coordinating with clients, site teams, engineers and project managers.

The role suits someone with a background in structural steel, steel fabrication or construction, ready to own projects, prepare valuations, settle final accounts, and negotiate contracts. Excellent communication and strong numerical skills are essential.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, structural steel or a related industry.
  • Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Good commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and profitability.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a project team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions.
  • Review and interpret drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
  • Measure and value works throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Manage variations, change orders and commercial claims.
  • Monitor project costs, forecasts, budgets and cash flow.
  • Procure subcontractors, suppliers and materials where required.
  • Negotiate contracts, variations and commercial agreements.
  • Liaise closely with clients, project managers, engineers and site teams.
  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Ensure projects remain commercially viable and are delivered within budget.
  • Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.

Job description

Quantity Surveyor : Structural Steelwork

Location: Sheffield

Salary: Up to GBP60,000 + Benefits

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in Sheffield. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of structural steelwork projects, ensuring costs are effectively controlled, profitability is maintained, and projects are delivered to a high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor with a background in structural steel, steel fabrication, construction or a related sector to take ownership of projects and work closely with clients, site teams, engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets and tender submissions.
  • Review and interpret drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
  • Measure and value works throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Manage variations, change orders and commercial claims.
  • Monitor project costs, forecasts, budgets and cash flow.
  • Procure subcontractors, suppliers and materials where required.
  • Negotiate contracts, variations and commercial agreements.
  • Liaise closely with clients, project managers, engineers and site teams.
  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
  • Ensure projects remain commercially viable and are delivered within budget.
  • Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
Requirements
  • Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within construction, structural steel or a related industry.
  • Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  • Strong numerical, analytical and problem:solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Good commercial awareness with a focus on cost control and profitability.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a project team.
Package
  • Salary up to GBP60,000
  • Competitive benefits package
  • Sheffield:based position
  • Opportunity to work on varied structural steel projects
  • Long:term career progression opportunities
  • Established and growing business

If you are an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge within the structural steel sector, we would be keen to hear from you.

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