Senior Quantity Surveyor

Pertemps Network Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work independently on pre- and post-contract activities, contributing to exciting projects across various sectors. You will be responsible for supervising junior members, attending client meetings, and ensuring the accuracy of cost data. If you have a strong background in quantity surveying and a passion for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you to further develop your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree educated with relevant experience in quantity surveying.
• Preferably a member of RICS or similar recognized body.
• Knowledge of cost management, payment, variations, and final accounts.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise trainees and assistant quantity surveyors.
• Attend client meetings and present findings for continuous improvement.
• Prepare estimates and cost reports while measuring performance against budgets.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and preambles per standard methods (e.g., MMHW, CESMM, NRM).
• Assist with legal and contractual issues on projects.
• Codify measured works items into cost and WBS structures.
• Review Bills of Quantities and related documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team-working skills

Contract administration

Cost management

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Degree (min 2.1 or equivalent)

Job description

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About the Company: We are currently seeking a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading consultancy firm based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive team, working on exciting projects across various sectors.

About the Role: Working independently to undertake a range of pre- or post-contract quantity surveying activities in line with plans and proposals agreed by senior management. Recognised expertise in specific areas of work with a well-rounded knowledge of pre- and post-contract quantity surveying requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting and working collaboratively with the wider team, including supervision of trainees and assistant quantity surveyors who may be working closely with you.
• Understanding of cost data and other records, including taking actions to address source data errors, omissions, and inconsistencies.
• Attending client meetings and presenting findings, including obtaining feedback and making recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Undertaking and supervising measurement, the production of Bills of Quantities, and associated preamble notes in accordance with standard methods of measurement relevant to your sector, e.g., MMHW, CESMM, NRM, etc.
• Assisting senior team members with legal and contractual issues on projects.
• Codifying measured works items to prescribed cost and work breakdown structures and the like.
• Understanding obligations, checks on Bills of Quantities and associated documentation prepared by others.
• Production of tender documentation, supporting the tender process, including financial assessment and the preparation of Tender Reports to the client with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Preparation of estimates and cost reports, including the collation of supporting documentation.
• Working to and measuring performance against budgets and timescales as agreed from time to time with senior managers.

Qualifications: Degree educated (min 2.1 or equivalent), together with demonstrable relevant experience gained within a similar role.

Required Skills:

• Preferably Member of RICS or similar recognised body.
• Experience of the commercial management and contract administration processes, particularly those related to cost management, payment, variations, change management, and final account settlement.
• Experience of alternative procurement and contract strategies relevant to sector and their relative strengths and weaknesses.
• Thorough understanding of the practical application of standard forms of contract relevant to sector.
• Analytical thinking with a proven track record of problem-solving to deliver successful outcomes in line with client objectives.
• Strong team-working skills – proactive team member and willing to support junior members of the team.
• Confident and innovative in your approach – able to be proactive and suggest and make recommendations for improvement.

Pay range and compensation package: Pay range or salary or compensation

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing
• Surveying and Mapping Services