Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor(Refurbishment, voids and construction)

Location:Bristol

Salary:45,000 + car allowance

Our client, a national leadingmaintenance contractor, has an opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Bristol to work on construction, refurbishment and void contracts.

Responsibilities:

Measurement, pricing and evaluation of tenders
Take responsibility of projects from inception to completion
Identify areas to improve margin
Cost management
Target creation
CVR reporting and forecasting
Management and administration of sub-contractor accounts
Producing and submitting applications for payment
Understand Health & Safety requirements
Develop and maintain subcontract and supplier contracts

Knowledge / experience:

Professional Qualification (e.g. HNC/HND/Degree/Diploma) or equivalent
Previous experience of construction/retrofit or fabric upgrades are preferred however not essential
Previous experience of working with bill of quants, schedules of rates, design and build contracts etc.
Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors
Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting
Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on own initiative
Experienced with direct and subcontract labour
Excellent time management skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to encourage and support other members of the commercial team
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel