Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Essex and surrounding areas

Salary: £60k + package

Company: ARC Group, a leading provider of maintenance services for residential and commercial properties, is seeking a highly skilled Quantity Surveyor to manage the financial aspects of our projects.

Job Description: As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for developing and implementing cost control strategies to ensure that projects are delivered within budget. You will manage and reconcile cost/value reports and profit forecasts, ensuring that all expenditure is properly controlled and monitored.

• Develop and implement cost control strategies to ensure project budgets are met
• Manage and reconcile cost/value reports and profit forecasts
• Ensure all expenditure is properly controlled and monitored
• Conduct financial assessments to identify areas for improvement
• Monitor and report on day-to-day cost control activities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Manage and coordinate the work of subcontractors and suppliers
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and identify potential issues
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs

• Strong commercial acumen and experience in the residential new build and social housing sector
• Knowledge of reactive and planned maintenance
• Comprehensive understanding of subcontractor procurement and cost management
• Experience with Schedule of Rates, subcontractor management, valuations, etc.
• Thorough understanding of building regulations and Health & Safety legislation

• Minimum of 5 years' Quantity Surveying experience
• BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying would be an advantage
• Previous experience of pricing planned work and/or repairs and maintenance
• Proven commercial professional with experience in social housing reactive maintenance and repairs
• Experience of SOR codes
• Understanding of the CVR process
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Knowledge of supply chain management and contractual awareness
• Negotiating, communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy is a must
• Full valid UK driving licence

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Flexible working arrangements