Quantity Surveyor

About us

Manilva Contracts Ltd is a small but fast growing decorating/refurbishment company working with projects in and around London. We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to fit in to our close-knit, friendly and sociable company. The right candidate will have experience in the decorating/refurbishment industry which is essential for this role.

Job Overview:

The role of Quantity Surveyor in our company means you will be responsible for managing the costs and ensuring the financial success of each of our projects. Your expertise in cost control and project management will contribute to the overall success of our business.

Responsibilities:

· Evaluate contracts upon receipt of tender

· Assess and negotiate competitive price with subcontractors

· Execute tender return in timely manner

· Act as point of contact for clients on contractual matters

· Maintain contract records and documents and keep a watch over budget cost throughout project

· Provide guidance on contract matters to project managers

· Advise Site foreman/labour if specialist requirements are needed

· Attend Management meetings and feedback any relevant information in order to learn where necessary from issues. Identify areas of recurrent pressure

· Work with Office Manager to ensure project comes in under budget

· Ensure practical completion

· Carry out valuations on time

· Check and sign off on subcontractor invoices and liaise with accounts department as to subcontractor payment

· Provide client with a programme of works

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of cost control principles and practices

- Excellent numerical and analytical skills

- Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and CDM regulations

- Must have decoration/refurbishment experience within the construction industry

- Strong communication and negotiation skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- You will be required to visit sites in and around London

- Attention to detail and accuracy

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• surveying: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person