Senior Quantity Surveyor in Manchester)

Bowerford Associates Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy practice based in Manchester is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to manage key commissions and support the Quantity Surveying team. The ideal candidate should be Chartered or have equivalent experience, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in a hybrid-working environment. This role offers excellent benefits, including private healthcare and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Up to 27 days holiday

Regular training and CPD opportunities

Private healthcare

Excellent enhanced pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to 24/7 counselling services

Qualifications

• Chartered or MRICS-qualified (or equivalent relevant experience) with an in-depth understanding of construction commercial aspects.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid-working environment.

Responsibilities

• Working within the Quantity Surveying team reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Manage key local commissions independently.
• Chair and attend site meetings, provide clients with reports and advice.

Skills

Chartered or MRICS-qualified

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a hybrid environment

Job description

Overview

We are searching for a permanent Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS) for our client, an award-winning and growing consultancy practice based out of Manchester.

The successful candidate should be Chartered or have suitable experience with an in-depth understanding of the commercial aspects of construction. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual who is passionate about what they do and who strives to build meaningful and long-term relationships with clients and industry partners. The role is offered on a hybrid-working basis.

Our client has been in business for over 40 years and has offices across England and Scotland. They provide Architectural, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying, Fire Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Town Planning and Project Management services to their customers.

Responsibilities

• Working within the strong Quantity Surveying team reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Manage key local commissions independently.
• Chair and attend site meetings, provide clients with reports and advice, and actively participate in design team meetings.
• Document management in accordance with QA procedures.
• Prepare and present cost advice in accordance with RICS guidance notes, including order of cost estimates, viability reports, reinstatement cost assessments, formal cost plans, cash-flow forecasts, life cycle and whole life costs.
• Prepare various documents, including contracts and tender documentation, and manage the tender process.
• Manage all aspects of post-contract work, such as valuing variations for progress payments, assessing contractor claims, post-contract cost reports, and final accounts.
• Coach, mentor and develop junior staff.

Qualifications

• Chartered or MRICS-qualified (or equivalent relevant experience) with an in-depth understanding of the commercial aspects of construction.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid-working environment.

Benefits

• Join a dynamic consultancy with excellent progression opportunities.
• Regular and committed training and CPD opportunities.
• Up to 27 days holiday (increasing with length of service).
• Regular sports and social events.
• Private healthcare.
• Excellent enhanced pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to 24/7 counselling through our employee assistance helpline.
• And much more...

Please note, to be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term without company sponsorship.

KEYWORDS

Senior Quantity Surveyor, PQS, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, MRICS, Consultancy Practice.

Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.