Quantity Surveyor

Are you a freelance Quantity Surveyor looking for a new role!? Experience working in the main contracting environment? Then we have a role for you!

• Role: Quantity Surveyor
• Location: Brighton
• Start date: ASAP
• Job Type: Freelance
• Duration: 6 months
• Day Rate: �340 a day

About Us:

Regional contractor who specialises in the residential, assisted living, education and commercial across the South Coast and London.

Job Description:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all costs relating to building projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures. You will seek to minimize the costs of a project and enhance value for money while still achieving the required standards and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Management: Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets, and bills of quantities.
• Financial Reporting: Produce and analyse project financial reports, ensuring accurate tracking of costs.
• Tender Preparation: Prepare documents for 2 stage tenders, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation.
• Contract Administration: Manage contracts, including handling changes in work during construction, processing valuations, and final accounts.
• Risk Management: Identify, analyse, and develop responses to project risks.
• Value Engineering: Advise on procurement strategy and ensure that projects are completed within budget and on time.
• Client Liaison: Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry.
• Skills: Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of construction contracts, procurement methods, and cost management.
• Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. Professional membership (e.g., RICS) is advantageous.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office Suite.

How to Apply:

If you are a proactive and experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience to (url removed) or call David on (phone number removed).