Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 85,000 - Annum
- Location: Wallingford Oxfordshire
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
Parker Jones Group are acting on behalf of a new homes developer. They are currently hiring for a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a full time permnant role. This is a great oppurtunity to join a company who has a great reputation.
Responsibilities:
Cost Estimation: Conduct detailed cost estimations for residential construction projects, including materials, labor, and equipment costs.
Budget Preparation: Prepare comprehensive budgets for residential projects, considering all aspects of construction, from pre-construction to completion.
Value Engineering: Collaborate with project teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions without compromising quality.
Procurement: Coordinate procurement activities, including sourcing materials, obtaining subcontractor bids, and negotiating contracts to ensure competitive pricing.
Cost Control: Monitor project expenditures against budgeted costs, identifying deviations and implementing corrective measures as necessary to ensure financial objectives are met.
Change Management: Assess and manage changes to project scope, evaluating their impact on costs and timelines and providing recommendations to stakeholders.
Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to cost and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
Reporting: Generate regular reports on project financial performance, including cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and variance analysis, to inform decision-making processes.
Client Relations: Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, providing transparent and accurate information regarding project costs and financial status.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards related to cost management and procurement processes.
Requirements:
Need to have residental housing expereince.
Degree in Quantity Surveying is preffered.
UK Drivers Licence.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the residential construction sector, with a strong track record of successfully managing cost-related aspects of projects.
In-depth knowledge of construction cost estimation techniques, procurement processes, and contract management principles