Quantity Surveyor
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary:: £50,000-£55,000
Quantity Surveyor
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
REF: 1185
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity with an established and successful main contractor? Do you have a strong commercial background and enjoy taking ownership of projects from procurement through to final account?
Curve Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a reputable and successful main contractor based in Stevenage in their search for an experienced Quantity Surveyor.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established construction business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial and industrial construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects across London and the South East. Working alongside an experienced management team, you will play an integral role in the commercial management of a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully and profitably.
The role would suit a commercially astute and proactive Quantity Surveyor who is confident managing multiple projects simultaneously and has a strong understanding of the commercial processes involved in construction. You will benefit from a supportive working environment, exposure to a varied range of projects and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business.
Performance Objectives
As a Quantity Surveyor, your key responsibilities will include:
Taking responsibility for the commercial management of multiple construction projects from procurement through to final account
Managing subcontractor procurement, including preparing tender packages, evaluating quotations and negotiating subcontract agreements
Preparing, submitting and managing interim valuations, variations and final accounts
Monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance to ensure commercial objectives are achieved
Preparing accurate cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections throughout the project lifecycle
Administering JCT contracts and subcontracts, ensuring contractual obligations are understood and managed effectively
Identifying, assessing and managing commercial risks and opportunities across projects
Managing subcontractor accounts, including payment applications, variations and final account negotiations
Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers and the wider project delivery team to ensure successful project outcomes
Attending project meetings, commercial reviews and progress meetings with clients, subcontractors and internal teams
Ensuring accurate commercial records and project documentation are maintained
Supporting the commercial team in maximising project profitability while maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners
Person Specification
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
Ideally a minimum of 10 years' experience within the construction industry, preferably working for a main contractor
Previous experience delivering commercial and industrial construction projects would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable experience from other sectors will be considered
Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts and subcontract administration
Proven experience in subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations, forecasting and cost reporting
Experience managing the commercial aspects of multiple construction projects concurrently
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks, manage costs and maximise project profitability
Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
A proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach to commercial management
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider project team
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and relevant construction commercial management software
Ideally based within 20 miles of Stevenage and well positioned to travel to project sites across London and the South East
Full UK driving licence
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For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply directly or contact James Hyland at Curve Recruitment on 01638 614599.
Please contact James Hyland on 01638 614599 for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity within the Construction sector (Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Surveyor).
Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.
