Quantity Surveyor

Ref
MAX8775
Consultant
Stuart Hackett
Region
South East England
Location
Epsom, Surrey
Salary
£35k - £45k + Benefits
Job Posted
11/09/2019
Type
Permanent
Status

A market leading global consultancy is searching for a Quantity Surveyor to work on exciting construction projects based out of their Epsom office in Surrey.

The hiring consultancy provide a range of consultancy services including cost consulting and commercial management services to it’s client base.

The successful candidate can expect to work out of a high quality, newly built Epsom based office which is conveniently located for travel by car or rail. You will work for a market leading consultancy with a strong corporate culture. Ideal for candidates looking for an employer with strong career prospects.

Project Details

The hiring company work on large scale projects, typically within the built environment. They have a strong emphasis towards projects in the following sectors (but are not exclusive to):

- Local Government
- Education
- Residential property

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assisting with the commercial aspects of commissions and/or projects including governance, fee management activities, together with internal job costings and resource requirements.
  • Preparing fee proposals and bid submissions under guidance of senior colleagues.
  • Manage the client relationship and service delivery on a project basis in conjunction with other colleagues
  • Involved in the setting the pace, and monitoring all work executed, at all stages to ensure that an accurate, professional and quality service is delivered to clients
  • Provide a quality service to the client with a view to playing a key role in achieving future, ongoing business
  • Applying the principles of quality assurance and environmental management in compliance with the organisation's Policies
  • Managing trainee, assistant and graduate colleagues, including undertaking performance and development reviews and mentoring/coaching less experienced colleagues
  • Providing support to the Managing Quantity Surveyor on a range of pre and post contract duties

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Either managed small projects or managed packages of work on larger projects
  • Good understanding of construction forms and techniques including construction costs, and ability to knowledgably advise the client.
  • Strong customer management skills
  • Competent knowledge of a range of procurement options available in the industry.
  • Some understanding of the principles of quality assurance.
  • Some understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements applicable to the business and wider construction industry.
  • Confident use of Microsoft Office and other role related software packages.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

  • Must be Degree qualified or hold a similar equivalent qualification
  • Chartered or working towards Chartership of a relevant professional body such as the RICS, CIOB, ICES

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a market leading Consultancy providing a rage of consultancy services to the construction industry. The business has offices throughout the UK and a strong overseas presence. They are widely regarded as a leading employer who can provide strong career progression opportunities.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

35k - £45k Salary
+ Benefits

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