Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking construction company based in East London. Our client is renowned for delivering high-quality projects across various sectors, including commercial, residential, education, and healthcare. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and professional development, this company offers a supportive environment where your career can thrive. Generally, the contracts are within the M25 and the ideal candidate should be no further away than a 45-minute drive from the East London office.
Your new role
As a permanent Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the commercial aspects of subcontract accounts, from procurement to interim and final account agreement.
• Attending monthly CVR meetings to present the current financial situation on projects and producing accurate cashflow forecasts.
• Overseeing the commercial administration and management on live projects or projects at the pre-construction phase.
• Managing and controlling subcontract orders, accounts, and variation accounts in line with the main contract and subcontract database.
• Developing an understanding of all designated contracts, specifications, and pricing to ensure compliance with conditions throughout the contracts.
• **Completing remeasurements on all trades to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.**
• Reporting to a Senior Surveyor and collaborating with the project team to ensure successful project delivery.

What you'll need to succeed

• A HNC or higher qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to remeasure accounts on all trades.
• Proficiency in producing bills of quantities from drawings.
• Excellent negotiation skills with the supply chain and/or external clients to maximise profit.
• High level of numeracy and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work well within a team

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £75,000.
• Travel allowance.
• 26 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Private healthcare after a qualifying period.
• Company pension contributions at 6% after a qualifying period.
• Coverage of annual professional membership fees.
• Support for further education and continuous professional development opportunities.
• Access to a cycle-to-work scheme.
• On-site parking.
• Family-friendly policies.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV with your salary expectations, or call Adam Lewis.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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