Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Plymouth – Hybrid working

Role requires visits to sites and offices in varying locations

£40,000-£45,000

We are working with a consultancy to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team. Responsible for the financial and commercial activities of your projects and delegating tasks to more junior surveyors and administration / support staff.

The roles may include (but not be limited to):

* Standard QS roles including taking off, preparing cost estimates, cost reporting, valuation, final account settlement etc

* Preparing and presenting cost estimates

* Recording and tracking cost trends

* Supervision of junior surveyors requires an element of mentoring and coaching to ensure their onward personal development

* Carry out a traditional QS role

* Prepare tender documentation and produce tender reports

* Ensure that all documentation is in place to go to contract. Prepare contract documents

* Convene, chair and minute progress meetings

* Prepare valuations, organise proper documentation and report costs to client. Manage the completion of the final account.

* Manage, instruct and report on changes / variations.

* Be aware of fee stages and advise Directors when these are reached. Be commercially aware.

* Nurture and develop clients

My client has two regional offices, Plymouth & Exeter. The appointed person can work within either locations.

About you:

* 2-3 years experience with a consultancy, developer or contractor

* The post holder must be a self starter with good interpersonal and organisational skills.

* Good communication skills are essential for liaison with clients, negotiation with constructors and reporting to senior management.

* The role requires a clear understanding of the learning needs of junior surveyors with the ability to assist in their development and provide motivation where necessary.

On offer:

* Salary ranging from £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience

* Hybrid working arrangements, minimum of 2 days working in the office

* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Private medical insurance

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