Brief Overview
An industry leading company in the civil sector requires an experienced Quantity Surveyor to work in the West Midlands.
Package:
- Basic Salary – £55k – £70k
About our Client:
- Over 25 years civil engineering experience
- Full project pipeline and partner to tier 1 contractors in the UK
- Inclusive culture
About the Role:
- Take-off of drawings and preparing of bill of quantities for pricing
- Obtaining sub-contractor quotes, preparing comparisons and appraisals
- Placing Sub-Contract Orders and managing monthly valuations and reviewing variations
- Identifying potential suppliers and new products
- Keeping detailed records and maintaining a well organized work schedule
- Assessing the reliability of sub-contractors/suppliers
- Calculate quantities for materials working off project drawings
- Plan, schedule and forecast procurement activities
- Review plans, specifications, and contracts to ensure the correct materials are used
- Identifying and developing value engineering ideas for discussion
About the Candidate:
- Degree in civil engineering/construction or similar preferred
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a civils QS, preferably groundworks
- An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
- Strong negotiation skills
Points of Appeal:
- Competitive salary and package
- Working with a market leading contractor
- Growth and development opportunities