Quantity Surveyor

Description

• Lead the value engineering, including updating Group and Regional site review documents, to ensure we achieve best value
• Be responsible for accurately controlling all commercial aspects and responsibilities with regards to the RSL
• Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems available
• Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes etc.
• Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation
• Contribute to the conceptual designs/options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted values
• Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials, using Group Procedures
• Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval
• Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development
• Attend all project and team meetings as required, and present the Commercial position to the meeting
• Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivity
• Process Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and Group payment system (COINS) in line with Group policy and procedures
• Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required. Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practise and NHBC requirements
• Promote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and procedures
• Maintain budget control throughout development; and manage cost overruns within contingency levels
• Maintain all cost control procedures, and working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures
• Compile and Present valuations at Divisional valuation meetings
• Ensure compliance with Group IT systems
• Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respective allowances
• Compile Site Start budget, liaising with all Departments to ensure document is completed on time to allow the construction to commence, and Sales to start marketing

Requirements

• Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates
• Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards
• Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc.
• Able to contribute towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
• Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. project management/payment and valuation software
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations
• Must be able to control cost to complete on all trades and on all provisions to ensure live cost certainly
• Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
• Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry
• Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ

Benefits

• Competitive Bonus Scheme
• Annual Medical Health Assessment
• Company Car or Cash Allowance
• Choice of Flexible Benefits
• 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
• Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
• Competitive Salary

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance