Cost Consultant

5 months ago


Durham, United Kingdom Hunter Mason Full time

**Job Title**: Cost Consultant (House Building)

**Location**: Durham

**Salary**:£40 - 55k

A highly experienced and diverse commercial team within a successful house builder are looking to expand their department by recruiting a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

The Quantity Surveyor position within the commercial team is a challenging and diverse role. You will influence site budgets, liaise with suppliers, and make key decisions regarding the procurement of labour and materials. Collaboration is also key to the success of this role. You will work very closely with site management, finance and design teams and own the reporting of key costs incurred across multiple sites. It is important you have a keen eye for detail, can forecast costs and enjoy negotiating with suppliers. It is a unique blend of skills required but a very rewarding role.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- work alongside clients to establish their requirements.
- undertake feasibility studies to ensure a proposal will work.
- estimate material quantities, costs, labour, and time.
- prepare tender and contract documents - this can include bills of quantities with the client and architect.

**Requirements**:

- 2-4 years of experience in an assistant role or an experienced quantity surveyor
- Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations
- Proficient in cost estimation software and MS Office Suite
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and negotiation skills

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Type:Permanent**

**Salary**: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CC Durham


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