Position: Main Contracting Quantity Surveyor
Location: London and surrounding areas
Sector: Healthcare, Residential, Office, Leisure, Retail
About the Client
Our client is Operating across various sectors including healthcare, residential, office, leisure, and retail, our client’s projects are primarily based in and around London and they are demonstrated by their work such as the innovative collection The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the cost aspects of construction projects, ensuring efficient budgeting and financial control throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
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Cost Management: Oversee and manage the cost aspects of construction projects, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
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Tender and Contract Preparation: Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
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Site Visits: Regularly visit project sites to monitor progress, assess costs, and resolve any quantity surveying issues that may arise.
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Contractual Negotiation: Negotiate and agree on contracts, variations, and final accounts with contractors and subcontractors, ensuring fair and favorable terms for all parties involved.
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Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks related to cost overruns, delays, and contractual disputes, implementing effective risk management strategies as necessary.
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Collaboration: Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the main contracting industry, with a focus on healthcare projects preferred.
- Strong knowledge of quantity surveying principles, practices, and procedures.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Salary: £40 000 – £50 000