Quantity Surveyor

Description:

A fast-growing contractor specialising in social housing refurbishment, planned maintenance and capital works across the Midlands is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join the team. 

Whether you're an ambitious Assistant ready to take the next step or an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for greater responsibility, this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a growing business with genuine long-term career progression. 

What’s in it for you?

£50,000–£65,000 per year, depending on experience
Car allowance
Company pension
Laptop and mobile phone
Performance-related bonus
Direct access to the directors and involvement in key business decisions
Genuine opportunity to help shape and develop the company's commercial function
Long-term career progression within a rapidly growing business
What you’ll be doing as Quantity Surveyor:
Reporting directly to the directors, you'll take ownership of a wide range of commercial activities across multiple projects, supporting both pre-contract and post-contract functions. 

You'll be responsible for pricing works, managing costs, producing commercial reports and working closely with our operational teams to maximise project performance. As the company continues to grow, there will be genuine opportunities to progress into a senior commercial leadership role. 

Key Responsibilities

Pricing tenders and negotiated works
Preparing estimates and cost plans
Producing monthly CVRs and commercial reports
Managing applications for payment
Valuing and agreeing variations
Preparing and agreeing final accounts
Procuring subcontractors and suppliers
Cost forecasting and margin analysis
Supporting operational teams with commercial advice
Developing commercial systems and reporting procedures
Working closely with the directors to support business growth
What we’re looking for in a Quantity Surveyor

Experience in the role or as an Assistant QS
Experience in NHF SoR will be a significant advantage
Experience within social housing, refurbishment or planned maintenance is preferred
Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Experience producing CVRs, valuations and commercial reports
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Ambitious, proactive and keen to develop within a growing business
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