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Quantity Surveyor

Posted 6 days ago

  • London, Greater London
  • Any
  • External
Mane are looking for an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their client, a reputable building contractor in the London area.
As an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor, you will be competent with working on Refurbishment and fit out projects from £300K in value up to £5m across a variety of different sectors.
The ideal candidate will come from a similar background having already worked for a Small - Medium sized contractor previously.
· Lead the quantity surveying function for assigned projects, including cost estimation, cost control, and contract management.
· Attend and participate in scoping visits and survey meetings as required.
· Develop detailed cost plans for all projects and ensure comprehensive handover to the project team.
· Engage in pre-start meetings to ensure a robust program that aligns with the detailed cost plan.
· Liaise with the Client Project Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager.
· Handle subcontractor inquiries.
· Conduct subcontractor cost analysis.
· Provide support to the Commercial Manager.
· Place subcontractor orders under agreed contractual terms.
· Offer commercial advice, guidance, and support to the Project Manager and delivery teams.
· Prepare budget costings and bills of quantities.
· Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Produce reports, provide commentary on movements, and update on risks and opportunities.
· Ensure project compliance with the commercial requirements of the contract.
· Ensure risks are back-to-back/passed down to sub-contractors.
· Undertake client and subcontractor valuations.
· Maximise the contract's cash position and provide cash flow forecasting.
· Approve payments to subcontractors.
· Track and capture customer variations and challenge subcontractor final accounts.
· Participate in lessons learned and post-contract reviews to provide continual improvement to the business.
Knowledge/experience required.
· A minimum of 3 years spent in a similar capacity within the construction industry, ideally with Refurb and fit out contractor.
· Good sound knowledge of commercial and construction contracts and contractual arrangements.
· Experience of working with schedule of rates and / or frameworks.
· Preferred background in retail fit-out / construction.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying