Quantity Surveyor, Bedford

3 weeks ago


Bedford UK, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Design Build Search Full time

DesignBuild Search are working with a leading Irish retail company who are expanding their Electric Vehicle division in Ireland, UK and the US. They are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor for their UK office.


Our client is aiming to provide over 1,000,000 fast charging sessions to its customers per year in a rapidly growing transition to more sustainable transport fuels with a range of early mover partners including Tesla, Ecotricity, Chargepoint and others


The successful candidate for this role will be a highly driven, adaptable and confident people person who can thrive in a rapidly changing organisation and will adopt a hands-on approach to their role. The role will report directly into the Head Of Construction. Office location is Ampthill between before and Luton. However, flexible working available.


Qualifications, experience & skills

Degree or comparable experience in Quantity Surveying or related field

Experience in both pre and post contract cost management and procurement.

Minimum 5 years post qualification experience,

High proficiency in all Microsoft Office software also essential (Excel, PPT)

Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.


Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may evolve and change over time. The core responsibilities will centre around the following areas:

Actively participate in the tender/bid process from initial tender/bid documentation through to analysis and reporting.

Prepare and administer contract documentation throughout each project life cycle from inception to completion to include the management of external design teams.

Support programme management through a proactive approach to contract administration from inception to completion.


Additional key skills & attributes:

A dynamic individual who adapts well to change and can thrive in a rapidly growing organisation that continues to evolve.

Proven track record of delivering to tight deadlines.

A highly organised individual with ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively for maximum impact and adapt around changing priorities as required.

Ability to execute directly at high quality and pace.

Excellent drive, enthusiasm and commitment and a keen interest in developing a career

A ‘can do’ attitude and a positive solution focused mindset.

Demonstrate strong analytical capability to interpret and challenge data and to interrogate financial systems.

Has strong commercial acumen and a focus on delivering value to the business.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, and ability to engage and develop relationships with individuals at all levels of the organisation.

Be a self-starter, and also be able to work collaboratively as a member of a highly interdependent team

Is resilient and calm under pressure.

Has sound judgement and objective logical decision-making skills.

Willing to travel ad hoc if required.



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