Quantity Surveyor

Our client is a well established construction contracting business and are highly regarded provider of refurbishment, fit-out, design and build, alterations, extensions, bespoke joinery and certified Corian fabricators, and are leaders in their field and a business that is continuously committed to providing their customers with a high-quality service and productWith their broad client base that has been built over 30 years, they are now seeking a skilled and experience Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in Doncaster.THE BENEFITS: Car or car allowance, depending on preference, 24 days holiday plus BH, Company pension, Working hours Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm 37.5 hours per weekTHE ROLE: Due to expansion and growth an opportunity is available for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their contracts team. Their Quantity Surveyors work on a range of commercial, leisure and hospitality projects varying in timescales and budgets and are an integral team with in the business. Quantity Surveyor's (QS) is required to drive the successful day to day commercial and project delivery on a range of projects and contracts types. Developing new and maintaining professional relationships with clients to build long term trusted and valued client relationships. Working closely with the project managers, the QS will assist in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with defined targets.Job description- Attend Pre-Start meeting (if required)- Create Procurement schedule (if required)- Order materials and check Estimator take-offs- Undertake cost planning and commercial management throughout the entire life cycle of the project from inception to post-completion.- Assess risk and calculate how this can be avoided.- Procurement of materials and Subcontractors- Provide procurement advice and assistance during the tendering procedure.- Undertake commercial management and contract administration.- Provide advice and assistance in dispute resolution.- Manage the cost management process.- Assess the additional costs of design variations agreeing any additional charges with the client/architect/designer.- Produce a final account for the project.- Complete post project reviews for feeding back to Senior Quantity Surveyor- Provide feedback to Senior Surveyor following project completion.- Ensuring the Sub-Contractor approval process is complete.- Order book process completed.- Feedback to Senior Quantity Surveyor throughout the duration of each contract.- Provide feedback on subcontractor quality and delivery.- Providing contacts to sales and marketing team.- Attend ISO reviews as and when requested.- Highlight snagging due dates to the construction manager. - Awareness of environmental impacts on all projects- Effective working with appointed PM and Site Manager to ensure cost management and any variations are captured.- Cover site meetings for Project Manager when required- Issue scope of works for site file.- Ensure contracts entered into have T&C's deliverable by company and any commercial risks identified.- Represent and serve the best interests of the company to meet client expectations and encourage repeat business.- Prepare and agree interim valuations at agreed dates to gain the best commercial advantage for the company.- Highlighting area of concern / loss on any part of the contract to Senior Quantity Surveyor- Compiling variation log and sign off of any variations with client.- Complete accurate Monthly WIP reports in a timely manner.THE CANDIDATE:The ideal candidate is someone who has previously worked on fit-out/refurbishment projects however, we are open to considering candidates from different backgrounds if you have enthusiasm, passion and a willingness to learn.QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & WORKING KNOWLEDGEQualifications: A degree or professional qualification is desirableExperience within a busy commercial construction firm is essential.Essential: Understand the commercial aspects of the quantity surveying process with a good working knowledge of construction. Strong decision making and negotiation skills. High attention to detail is key. Methodical with excellent organisational skills. Be able to multitask, juggle priorities and manage multiple projects. Adhere to tight deadlines. The ability of read and understand client's drawings and from that produce an approved list of suppliers and sub-contractors based on best value for moneyPERSON SPECIFICATION:You must rise to challenges, take a creative and enthusiastic approach to work, demonstrate a can do attitude, be motivated and confident to take responsibility and and a positive team working ethos.Effective personal time managementFull drivers licenceSome national travel will be required dependent on project locationThe role works in a face paced environment and offers a varied role with opportunity for personal development.THE CONSULTANCY:Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.