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SalaryJob Title: Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
Compensation: £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Cambridge
Start Date: Immediate
Overview:
My client is currently looking for a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This role will involve managing the financial aspects of Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects, primarily focusing on Housing/Commercial and Industrial sectors.
Responsibilities:
- Conducting quantity surveying tasks and cost estimation for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects.
- Overseeing project finances from inception to completion, including the preparation of tender documents and final accounts.
- Accurately measuring and valuing work progress.
- Efficiently allocating resources and procuring materials.
- Managing subcontractors and ensuring cost-effectiveness and professionalism.
- Acting as a liaison between the production team and clients, communicating project requirements effectively.
- Collaborating with client commercial teams and attending site meetings as necessary.
- Handling subcontract enquiries and quotations.
- Identifying and managing contract variations.
- Preparing project invoices and final accounts.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Actively seeking new tender opportunities to support business growth.
Requirements:
- Proficiency in quantity surveying techniques and cost estimation for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects, particularly in Housing developments.
- Ability to work collaboratively to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Familiarity with various contract forms, including the JCT contract range.
- Experience with relevant software and documentation tools such as Excel, Adobe, and Bluebeam.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail in commercial documentation.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Capacity to handle both external and internal demands efficiently.
- Demonstrated commercial awareness
