Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carnell Support Services Limited; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. In this hybrid role, you will manage costs for building and civil engineering projects, ensuring they are completed within budget. Your expertise in cost estimation, control measures, and contract management will be crucial in delivering accurate financial oversight. The company values a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering an environment where innovation and respect thrive. If you are passionate about driving project success and mentoring others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field is essential.
• Proven experience in quantity surveying or cost management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update detailed cost estimates and budgets.
• Manage end-to-end commercial processes and optimize project expenditure.
• Mentor junior quantity surveyors and promote a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Cost Control

Contract Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Quantity Surveying Software

NEC Contracts Knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing all costs related to building and civil engineering projects, ensuring that they are completed within budget. You will be responsible for providing accurate cost estimates, monitoring project expenditures, and implementing effective cost control measures throughout the project lifecycle.

Note that this is a hybrid role and will vary between working on site, at home and in the office.

Duties

• Prepare, review, and update detailed cost estimates and budgets.
• Manage the end-to-end commercial process, from enquiry receipt to final account close-out.
• Produce and deliver accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) to senior managers.
• Implement cost control measures to optimise project expenditure and enhance profitability.
• Oversee contract documentation, including bills of quantities and scopes of work.
• Negotiate and review terms to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
• Ensure timely applications and responses to achieve project cash flow forecasts.
• Respond to client requests with professionalism and efficiency.
• Build and encourage strong partnerships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Mentor and guide junior and intermediate quantity surveyors.
• Promote a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field is essential.
• Proven experience in quantity surveying or cost management within the Civil Engineering industry is preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Proficiency in using quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism and integrity in all dealings.

Carnell is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish.

We value passionate, responsive, innovative, trustworthy, and respectful people.

These behaviours are embedded across the company, they guide us in all actions both on site and in the office.

We are committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all our employees; not only ensuring that everybody goes home safely but also giving all a good work life balance.