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Quantity Surveyors x3
PRIME Contractors
Central London
50,000 - 75,000 and package
Company Information:
CSC Recruitment are working multiple main contractors who specialises in high specification retail, residential, restaurant, office, art gallery and unique environment projects. They are seeking to employ Quantity Surveyors who can run their own projects.
All are privately owned contractors that are financially stable with solid forward order book of exclusive projects. They break new boundaries and deliver innovative and inspirational solutions. They are all very selective about the projects they win, with an annual turnover of 30 million and projects valuing 5million on average.
Key Skills/Experience:
- Graduate ideally with a few years industry experience
- Highly numerate
- Methodical and organised
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to absorb complex information and prioritise tasks effectively
- Understanding of standard building contracts advantageous
- Highly professional, well presented, reliable, punctual and responsible
- IT literate with good working knowledge of word and excel as a minimum
- Ability to use measurement software advantageous
- Basic understanding of building technology with an ability to read and understand construction drawings/specifications
Responsibilities:
- Assist with all QS tasks under the direction of Senior QS or Commercial Director
- Complete purchase of site supplies, materials, plant and equipment as required
- Prepare purchase orders
- Attend and minute pre-start meetings with all sub-contractors
- Regularly walk site to ensure detailed knowledge of progress on a package-by-package basis
- Assist with preparation of client valuations
- Assist with the valuation of sub-contractor accounts
- Maintain records to substantiate client/subcontractor valuations
- Maintain record of hired plant and off-hire equipment to minimise plant cost
- Facilitate preparation of import/export documentation as required
- Submit CVI/CSI's via project management software
- Attend site meetings and prepare minutes for pertinent meetings
- Review supplier invoices and reconcile to purchase orders/delivery notes
- Prepare take-offs and schedules to support procurement
- Undertake analysis of tender bids and present to Senior QS
- Support Senior QS with pricing of variations
- Analyse daywork sheets and confirm allocation of costs under direction from Senior QS
- Support the team in ensuring all relevant sub-contractor insurances are up-to-date at the onset of the contract and maintained throughout the project
- Prepare and maintain sample procurement schedules
- Maintain accurate time sheets
- Maintain a commitment to continuous personal development
For full information on this career enhancing Quantity Surveyor role, please apply now.
