Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Manage cost forecasting, budgeting, variations, procurement and profitability for façade/cladding projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost control
• variation management
• subcontract procurement
• commercial lead
• cost forecasting
• budgeting

Tasks

-Monitor and report on project profitability, cost control, and cash flow. -Identify, cost, and manage variations to the contract that may affect cost and programme. -Procure subcontractor packages, negotiate pricing, and prepare and issue subcontract orders. -Lead commercial activities from pre-construction through to final account -Prepare detailed cost & sale forecasts, creation of estimates and budgets during the development and delivery phases of the project.

Requirements

• risk management
• construction methods
• façade works
• quantity surveyor
• external envelope
• commercial

What You Bring

Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulatory requirements, particularly in relation to commercial and façade works. My client are looking to grow their commercial team, with the appointment of a Quantity Surveyor, with a strong understanding of the external envelope or main contracting background. -Risk identification and management

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About Premises Recruitment Ltd

-Founded in 2001 by industry insiders, Premises Recruitment Ltd emerged to bridge the gap between construction firms and specialist talent. -Privately owned and independent, the firm has built trusted relationships with Tier 1 contractors, developers and niche consultants. -Their divisions span prime residential, main contracting, interiors, facades, affordable housing and M&E/FM—mirroring the full diversity of modern construction. -They cover roles from site managers and engineers to commercial managers, BIM specialists and MEP consultants, handling both permanent and temporary hires. -Known for rapid delivery, their team averages a 3-day turnaround from vacancy to candidate shortlist. -Despite modest financials—just over £100k in current assets as of May 2024—they’ve retained strong profitability and balance sheet stability. -Their consultants boast over a decade’s average tenure, fueling deep sector knowledge and continuity in client service. -Standout facts include preferred-supplier status with major UK contractors and a reputation for highly confidential and repeat business partnerships.

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