Senior Quantity Surveyor - Residential

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor�

Job Summary:

The Quantity Surveyor (Social Housing) will manage costs for residential construction projects with a focus on social housing. The role involves minimizing costs, ensuring value for money, and maintaining required standards and quality within budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Cost Estimation and Planning:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets.
  
  
  • Conduct feasibility studies for materials, time, and labor costs.
  
  
  
  


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  Tendering and Procurement:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Prepare and analyze tender documents and contracts.
  
  
  • Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
  
  
  
  


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  Contract Administration:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Manage construction contracts, ensuring compliance.
  
  
  • Handle contract variations, claims, and payments.
  
  
  
  


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  Cost Control and Reporting:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Monitor and control project costs.
  
  
  • Prepare cost reports and financial statements.
  
  
  
  


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  Risk Management:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Identify and mitigate project risks.
  
  
  • Develop risk management strategies.
  
  
  
  


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  Collaboration and Communication:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Liaise with clients, architects, and engineers.
  
  
  • Provide advice on contractual claims and disputes.
  
  
  
  


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  Compliance and Standards:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Ensure compliance with legal, health, and safety standards.
  
  
  • Stay updated on industry standards and regulations.
  
  
  
  

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  Experience:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Experience in residential construction and social housing.
  
  
  • Proficiency in cost estimation and contract administration.
  
  
  
  


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  Skills:

  
  
  
  
  
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  
  
  • Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., AutoCAD, CostX).