Project Quantity Surveyor

Posted 07 August 2024
Salary £50000 - £65000 per annum
LocationSevenoaks
Job type Permanent
Sectors Built Environment
ReferenceBH-36779
Contact NameAndreas Vella

Job description

Role: Project Quantity Surveyor
Location: Sevenoaks   

We are currently in the process of hiring a Quantity Surveyor to oversee the estimation of costs, material quantities, and project timelines for one of our clients located in Sevenoaks, Kent.

This business specialises in Carpentry, Joinery, and Fit-Out projects. Typically, their projects are worth between £5 million and £12 million, based across Central London and Southeast England. The company has been successfully running for over 25 years and they are known for their renowned high-quality projects in Central London for exclusive clients.

The successful candidate will be working and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, as well as running their own projects up to the value of £5 Million. You will be working closely alongside external client staff, key stakeholders, and the internal team. You will have a strong background in Carpentry and Joinery as well as knowledge of Design & Build and Refurbishment projects. You will be expected to be fully responsible for the management of specific tasks while on-site.

As a Quantity Surveyor, your principal roles and responsibilities will include:
 
  • Undertaking cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work.
  • Prepare and analyse project costings for tenders, such as materials, quantities, labour, and time.
  • Perform risk and value management, and cost control during construction.
  • Identify, analyse, and develop responses to commercial risks.
  • Negotiate contracts and work schedules.
  • Managing project budget, ensuring value for money.
  • Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports.
  • Advise and implement a procurement strategy.
Essential criteria:
  • Must have 3+ years of Quantity Surveying Experience.
  • Experience working on Carpentry/Joinery packages.
  • Effective analytical thinking skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Be available to start within the next 4 weeks.
  • Able to be based in Sevenoaks in the office 5 days a week.
This is a permanent role with regular Monday – Friday working hours and has a salary of up to £65,000.
If you fit this role and would like to find out more then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Andreas; andreas.vella@peoplegroup.com or send in your CV for consideration and we will be in touch.