Our client is a growing construction business with an expanding portfolio of projects across the North West. The business specialises in delivering high-quality refurbishment and new-build developments, with a particular focus on assisted living, residential and commercial hospitality schemes. Due to continued growth within this area of the business, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of projects and play an important role in the continued development of the business.
The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for your own projects, working closely with the Operations and senior management teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully and profitably. The role would suit a commercially minded QS with strong main contracting experience, particularly someone who has worked on new-build projects under Design & Build contracts . You will have the autonomy to manage your own diary and workload, typically overseeing two to three projects at different stages at any one time.
Key Responsibilities
Taking commercial responsibility for multiple construction projects from pre-construction through to completion
Managing projects under Design & Build contracts
Managing budgets, costs, forecasts and commercial performance
Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications, payments and final accounts
Managing subcontractor procurement and subcontract accounts
Reviewing and agreeing variations, additional works and commercial changes
Monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks and opportunities
Working closely with the Operations team to ensure projects are delivered commercially and effectively
Supporting the estimating and pricing process for projects within the client base
Reviewing tenders, specifications, drawings and project information
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders
Attending client meetings and acting as a confident commercial representative of the business
Supporting the development of new and existing client relationships
Managing your own workload, diary and project priorities effectively
Ensuring projects are commercially controlled from inception through to final account
Contributing to the continued growth and development of this area of the business
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Quantity Surveyor will have: Strong main contracting experience
Proven experience working on new-build projects
Experience working under Design & Build contracts
A strong understanding of construction commercial management
Ability to independently manage your own diary and workload
Strong subcontract procurement and account management experience
Good knowledge of valuations, variations, forecasting and final accounts
Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
Excellent client-facing and communication skills
Confidence building and maintaining long-term client relationships
Experience within assisted living, residential, commercial or hospitality projects would be advantageous
Experience across refurbishment and new-build projects
A proactive approach and the ability to work closely with operational teams
Relevant Quantity Surveying or construction qualification would be advantageous
Ideally locally based to allow regular office attendance when required
Projects
The successful candidate will work across a varied portfolio including: Refurbishment of existing buildings to create assisted living apartments
New-build assisted living developments
New-build commercial developments
Hospitality sector projects
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and package
Opportunity to join a growing and developing area of the business
Genuine opportunity to make an impact
Autonomy and responsibility over your own projects
Exposure to a varied range of new-build and refurbishment schemes
Opportunity to work closely with senior management and the Operations team
Strong client-facing opportunity
Long-term career progression within a growing construction business
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. xrexnqw Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM
