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Quantity Surveyor

Reed
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Ashford, Kent TN23 8AF

Salary

£38,000 - £45,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • A Quantity Surveyor position is available in Ashford, Kent with a negotiable annual salary.
  • The role requires proven experience in build projects, particularly in the civil engineering or infrastructure sector.
  • Candidates from Assistant to Senior level will be considered, with no specific year of experience mandated.
  • Responsibilities include preparing tenders, managing financial aspects of subcontractors, and overseeing Assistant Quantity Surveyors.
  • The position offers opportunities for professional growth and involvement in significant community-impacting projects.
Quantity Surveyor
  • Annual Salary: Negotiable
  • Location: Ashford, Kent
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are in the market for a Quantity Surveyor, where the successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on projects of upto circa £3m. This role involves working closely with the Project Director and Commercial Manager. This round is not bound to intermediate QS' and we are open to speaking to candidates from Assistant's to Seniors.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Prepare tenders, analyse and select appropriate subcontractors, negotiate and finalise subcontractor orders.
  • Manage the financial and commercial aspects of subcontractors up to Final Account completion.
  • Oversee and report on forecasts, targets, reconciliations, and site records.
  • Maintain effective document control, variation reporting, and valuations.
  • Liaise with and commercially influence the site management team while protecting the company’s commercial and contractual entitlements.
  • Manage and oversee Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Trainee Quantity Surveyors, ensuring the accuracy of their work and signing off on SMM/measurement issues.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in build projects, particularly within the Civil engineering or infrastructure sector.
  • A relevant tertiary level qualification in a related field.
  • Strong skills in report writing, forecast planning, and engaging with clients and senior leaders.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and influence senior management.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Involvement in significant projects that impact the community.

To apply for this Quantity Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.