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Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

  • Permanent
  • Bristol
  • £55000 - £65000 per annum + excellent benefits package GBP / Year

We are working with a leading housebuilder who are looking for an expereinced Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding team in Bristol.

Reporting to Commercial Manager you will be expected to:

  • Maintain all cost control procedures, working within the relevant guidelines.
  • Be responsible for the compilation of weekly, monthly and quarterly reports.
  • Be aware of new materials and methods of construction as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practise and NHBC requirements.
  • Be responsible for cost control procedures
  • Contribute to the conceptual designs to ensure the design is kept within the budget
  • Maintain budget control throughout the development and manage cost overruns within contingency levels
  • Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development
  • Analyse and report on costs and cash flow
  • Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials
  • Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval
  • Process subcontract orders, payments and variations
  • Evaluate and agree variations and instructions
  • Attend project and team meetings as required

To be successful in the role you will be:

  • Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card
  • Have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates
  • Able to control cost to complete on all trades and on all provisions to ensure live cost certainly
  • Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail
  • Methodical, conscientious and organised
  • Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment
  • Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to contribute towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues
  • Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
  • Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
  • Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc.
  • Team player, and supportive of colleagues

Our client is a nationally recognised, award-winning housebuilder. They offer a hybrid way of working where roles allow, and recognise the many benefits that a positive and flexible working culture brings.

They are building an organisation where people with drive and talent can pursue an exciting career path into management and beyond.

The package includes:

  • Generous Salary DOE
  • Competitive Bonus Scheme
  • Company Car or Cash Allowance
  • Annual Medical Health Assessment
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 26 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
  • Bespoke Flexible Benefits
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

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