Quantity Surveyor

1 month ago

Solihull, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

The Company

Our client is a well-established, family-owned commercial construction firm with extensive experience in delivering top-tier projects across the UK. They specialise in a variety of sectors, including shopfitting, groundworks, and commercial decorating and are committed to excellence in every project they undertake. Their strong reputation is built on their dedication to quality, client satisfaction, and their ability to bring diverse projects to life with expert construction services.

The Project

As a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor, you will play a crucial role within the commercial team overseeing a wide spectrum of projects including retail, shopfitting, groundworks and commercial decorating. Your role will ensure that projects are delivered on schedule and within budget, maintaining financial control while meeting all project objectives.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

Full UK driving license

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

Strong in retail experience (essential)

Experience in groundworks (not essential but desirable)

Previous experience in utilising Bluebeam (not essential but desired)

History of operating in retail and shopfitting (not essential but desired)

Extensive background within the industry, working for a leading commercial construction company

Extensive experience of working in a Quantity Surveyor position, holding a minimum of 5 years' experience

Previous experience working on projects within the retail, shopfitting, groundworks and commercial decorating sector in a Quantity Surveyor or comparable position

Additional skills;

IT skills

Effective time management

Superb negotiation capabilities

Analytical and mathematical skills

Excellent sales and presentation skills

Ability to multitask and prioritise projects

Strong communication and attention to details

Understanding of construction laws and regulations

Ability to efficiently utilize relevant software packages

The ability to accurately estimate the costs associated with the project

Knowledgeable of building regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE etc

A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques

The Role

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Job Type: Permanent

Project: Various retail, shopfitting, groundworks and commercial decorating projects

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Duties

Procurement

Analysis of tender allowances

Offer clients and project teams cost insights and financial guidance

Establish and oversee project budgets to ensure effective cost control

Track and assess project costs, ensuring financial alignment with budget

Travel to various sites across the country as needed for project requirements

Recognise and oversee financial risks, formulating strategies for their mitigation

Take precise onsite measurements to ensure accuracy for project planning and execution

Provide clients with frequent project updates and address any additional concerns they may have

Receive project requests and ensure a thorough understanding of client requirements before proceeding

Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring smooth project progression

Coordinate procurement of all subcontract trades with internal departments, overseeing the best value is obtained

Guarantee adherence to all contract terms, conditions, and specifications throughout the project, while aligning with project objectives and fulfilling client expectations

Prepare detailed quotes for clients, ensuring all costs are accurately calculated and all project requirements are clearly outlined

Analyse construction drawings and specifications to ensure a precise understanding and correct implementation of project requirements

Prepare and complete tender documentation, ensuring all required information is accurately included for submission

Establish and refine internal pricing strategies to ensure accurate and consistent cost assessments across all company projects

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