Lead Quantity Surveyor for Refurbishment Projects

2 weeks ago


Swanley, United Kingdom Daniel Owen Ltd Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic Refurbishment Team at Daniel Owen Ltd. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on a challenging role and contribute to the success of our company.

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working within a main contractor on Social Housing refurbishment projects, partnerships, and frameworks. You will be responsible for managing individual tenders up to the value of £10m and ensuring that contractors adhere to HSE&Q standards, operating processes, and legislative requirements.

You will be the key point of contact for clients, developing awareness of their processes and procedures for bid evaluation. Your skills in planning tender documentation and pricing information, as well as preparing tenders from architect's drawings and specifications, will be essential in this role.

In addition, you will need to understand business development and the bidding market place, including competitor environment and market forces. You will attend meetings and assist in preparation of contract mobilisation plans, providing insight into the details of the tender.

The successful candidate will have a Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying or Estimation. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and a keen desire to extend knowledge on software packages are also required.

Other key responsibilities include:

  • Evaluating, engaging, and negotiating on price documents, assessing for accuracy and confirming best value on price and service quality.
  • Managing tender process to seek and establish project prices from sub-contractors.
About Us:

Daniel Owen Ltd is a reputable company with a strong presence in Kent. We offer a competitive salary package, which includes a base salary of £75,000 per annum, plus a car allowance, reflecting the company's commitment to rewarding its employees.

We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality services and building long-term relationships with our clients. If you are a motivated and experienced quantity surveyor looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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