Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

We are actively looking to engage with a Quantity Surveyor who has primarily a background within refurbishment and Maintenance. Working for a national business based in their Cheshire office you will have sound knowledge of Quantity Surveying within a similar environment.

The role is to obtain and evaluate information to ensure a realistic cost for the supply of works, goods, materials and services for designated refurbishment/maintenance projects/contracts. Whilst liaising with Contractors, Suppliers and Clients to ensure information, costs, profitability and value meet the requirements of designated project/ contracts.

Key Responsibilities/The role/Skills

• Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids and tenders to demanding timescales.
• Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
• Prepare and monitor cash flow forecast for designated projects.
• Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to the Client/Client’s representative.
• Prepare monthly valuation reports for Senior Management.
• Submit invoices for certified value and ensure payments are received on time.
• Value and authorise payments to sub-contractors.
• Liaise with Contract Managers to establish the project specification and requirements.
• Attend and contribute to meetings with work colleagues and or Clients/Customers when necessary, building relationships and demonstrating excellent communication skills.
• Monitor the contract progress, assess and report any changes that may affect project costs and or time scale.
• Assist in the control of individual contract budgets.
• Holds the relevant qualifications
• Must be an experienced Construction Quantity Surveyor
• Ideally to have worked with the public sector.
• Confident IT skills, proficient in the use of MS Office
• Must be flexible in hours of work and travel and hold a Full UK Driving Licence

The quantity Surveyor will be willing to travel regionally.

Excellent basic salasry with ourstanding benefits inclduing bonus, car/car allowance, pension, private health, PMI