Quantity Surveyor

We are working with a local authority in Huddersfield  to find a Quantity Surveyor on an interim basis. If you are interested, please send me an updated version of your CV, with your expected hourly rate (umbrella)Job Type: Full-time, Interim, inside IR35.Location: Huddersfield, Hybrid.Length of role: Initial 3 months.We are seeking an experienced and qualified Quantity Surveyor to join our Capital Development and Delivery Team at the Council. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Professional Quantity Surveying (PQS), particularly within the public sector. The successful candidate will provide a full range of Quantity Surveying services on complex projects, ensuring innovative and creative service delivery to our communities.Day-to-day of the role:-          Provide Pre-Contract and Post-Contract Quantity Surveying services on complex projects.-          Promote best practices in project and programme management, cost control, and construction procurement.-          Support, motivate, and lead people within the team, contributing to the continuous improvement and development of the Service.-          Manage projects and staff effectively to meet service key performance indicators, customer objectives, and capital programmes.-          Ensure high standards of customer care and professionalism when dealing with customers and colleagues.-          Comply fully with EU procurement and Public Procurement Rules.-          Prepare and agree on final accounts, including checking the accounts of specialist subcontractors.-          Set up Construction Partnering Frameworks and negotiate commercial agreements as required.Required Skills & Qualifications:-          Quantity Surveying related qualification to graduate level with appropriate experience in a multi-disciplined professional design organisation.-          Chartered member of RICS with significant post-qualification experience is desirable.-          Strong understanding of construction and procurement processes, contract administration, and technical language.-          Ability to apply financial control and manage the complexities of multi and single disciplinary design projects in a politically sensitive and commercial environment.-          Full and valid driving licence as travel is an essential part of this job.-          Ability to attend occasional project meetings outside of normal office hours and visit construction sites, including ascending and descending scaffolding.