Quantity Surveyor

The Company:

We are working with a long-established Regional Contractor who have successfully delivered new build & refurbishment projects for a varied client base mainly in and around Greater Manchester.
They secure projects through key public sector Frameworks and via private developers often through negotiation.
Every QS we have recruited in to this business are still there, staff turnover here is very low.
They offer flexible and home working to their QSs.

The Role:

They are now in a position to add to their Commercial team due to a number of recently secured projects in Greater Manchester, Lancashire & Cheshire.
The role is office based with occasional site visits and home working is available.
The projects you’d oversee are recently secured affordable housing and apartment developments due to commence on site shortly.
The role involves working closely with the operations and technical teams to help reach a successful commercial outcome on the projects.

General responsibilities will include the following;
Undertake all commercial and contractual requirements on the designated projects in accordance with the company procedures and processes,
Ensuring sound financial performance including profitability, cash flow, and managing risks and opportunities,
Preparation of accurate and detailed monthly cost reports for review with the Commercial Manager,
Good working knowledge of and application of Main Contract and Sub-Contract Forms and Standard Method of Measurement,
Preparing and agreeing Monthly Valuations, including valuing variations and forecast final account,
Appointment of Subcontractors in accordance with Company Procedures, including procurement and account management including valuations, payment notices and agreement of final accounts,
To work closely with Contracts Management to ensure all required site records and correspondence are completed in accordance with the specific Contract requirements and Company Procedures,
Maintain a close working relationship with the client and design team to assist in the success of the project and
Liaise with Contracts Management to review and monitor project costs whilst achieving high standards of quality and health and safety.

You:

We’d like to recruit a Quantity Surveyor who has previously been commercial lead on similar new build affordable housing projects.
You will be based in or be able to commute to the North West of England daily.
You will be IT literate.
Very contractually aware with specific knowledge of JCT Contracts.

Rewards:

They will pay you a good salary and associated benefits package including a car/car allowance and bonus.
You will be working with a successful, cash rich contractor who can provide a challenging and supportive working environment.
They have excellent relationships with their supply chain and clients.