Quantity Surveyor
£35,000 - £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Our client is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join a well-established and continuously developing team undertaking planned and cyclical works in residential properties. The company works with number of local authorities and housing association to deliver projects. It's a great opportunity for an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor with some experience in social housing sector. Our client is also interested in speaking to Junior Quantity Surveyors too.
Description
Responsibilities include:
- Communicate with supply chain and team members regarding new and current projects
- Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products
- Ensure timely completion of estimates
- Understand scope of work to bid
- Manage bid pricing from all suppliers
- Prepare cost analysis
- Establish and maintain working relationships with subcontractors
- Submit tenders in timely manner
- Present tender adjudications to seniors
Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years' experience in construction estimating
- A relevant degree
- Be able to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates
- A strong understanding of residential construction processes and refurbishment
- Proficiency with MS Word and Excel, and some estimating software
- Be able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
- Impeccable problem-solving skills
- Review and evaluate cost estimates
What our client offers:
- 28 days holidays including the bank holidays
- Vehicle and fuel card provided
- Mobile phone provided
- £500 signing bonus (£250 after completing probation + £250 after first work of employment)
Other benefits:
- Cash back for medical, optical and dental expenses
- Virtual GP appointments
- Digital Physiotherapy
- Skin checks
- Discounts on gyms, cinema tickets, travel and holidays, and shopping