Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 65,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Shepards Bush
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Kensington
Salary: £50,000-£65,000 depending on experience
We're working with an established main contractor looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of their own projects and manage them with minimal supervision.
About the company
Based near Kensington, the business delivers residential and commercial construction projects, with experience spanning new builds, conversions and refurbishment works. Acting as main contractor, they manage projects from initial design through to completion, with a focus on quality, cost control and meeting agreed programmes.
Their portfolio includes residential developments, hotels and commercial buildings, offering exposure to a varied mix of projects.
The role
You'll take responsibility for the commercial management of your allocated projects, working closely with the construction team, clients and subcontractors. This would suit a capable QS who is comfortable making decisions, managing their workload and driving commercial matters forward independently.
Key responsibilities:
Take ownership of project costs, budgets and commercial performance.
Manage procurement, including preparing tender packages, reviewing quotations and negotiating subcontract orders.
Assess subcontractor applications and manage valuations, variations and payments.
Prepare and submit applications for payment.
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow information.
Identify commercial risks and opportunities, taking action to protect project margins.
Work closely with site teams to monitor progress and resolve commercial issues.
Negotiate and agree subcontractor and client final accounts. What we're looking for:
Experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor.
A track record of managing your own projects with minimal supervision.
Strong knowledge of procurement, subcontractor management and cost reporting.
Confidence negotiating and communicating with clients, subcontractors and project teams.
A proactive, organised approach and strong attention to detail.
A qualification in Quantity Surveying or equivalent practical experience. This is an opportunity to take real responsibility for your projects and make a direct contribution to their successful delivery.
To apply or find out more, send your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation