POSITION: Principal Quantity Surveyor (Band 7)
LOCATION: Altnagelvin
HOURLY RATE: £22.37
HOURS: Mon – Thurs 9.00am – 5.00pm and Fri – 9.00am -4.30pm
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Band 7 Quantity Surveyor. The post holder will be a member of the Estates Projects Team within the Estates Services Department and will be responsible for all quantity surveying duties in relation to the delivery of Minor Capital Works projects and revenue schemes from inception to completion.
Main Responsibilities/Duties:
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Act as the Lead Quantity Surveyor for all building, mechanical and electrical (M & E) projects up to £2M per project and ensure contract compliance for Design and installation across the estate.
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Manage individual Minor Capital Works projects including Brief, Design, Planning, Procurement and Execution of Building Alterations and Minor Building Works schemes. This includes assisting and supporting other Estates Officers in the delivery of Minor Capital Works Projects; Management of external Consultants in the delivery of Minor Capital Works schemes; and the development of Business Cases for Minor Capital Works.
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Develop sound working relationships with Trust Senior Managers and other Estate Managers with particular reference to the integration of the overall service delivery and corporate estate developments. He/she will fully co-ordinate the responsibilities of this post with other estate managers to ensure a seamless service is delivered to the customer.
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Responsible for the management of a MCW budget and delegated resource.
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Ensure that MCW projects are completed in compliance with all procedures, relevant Codes of Practice and Statutory Regulations.
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Have a strong focus on the delivery of responsive, safe, customer focused service across designated areas of responsibility and support the members of the estates team to achieve the objectives and key deliverable of the Estates Department as a whole.
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Provide strategic advice and support to the Head of Project Procurement (HOPP) in the development and delivery of the multi-million pound Estates Strategy.
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Sarah Vize by clicking on the link below by Tuesday 16th July 2024. You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below:
Essential Criteria:
Applicants must, by the closing date for applications, have:
Experience/Qualifications
1a.) HNC/HND or equivalent in either:
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Architecture or
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Building Surveying or
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Quantity Surveying or
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Building or
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Civil Engineering or
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Equivalent of above
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1b.) A minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in Quantity Surveying.
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2a.) Degree in either 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 above
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2b.) A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience to include quantity surveying.
3.) Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment (this criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Trust which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post).
Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
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Computer literate and competent in the use of MS Office or similar software including knowledge of IT systems relating to QS measurement and preparation of accounts.
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Competent in the use of CAD (e.g. AutoCAD). i.e. the ability to produce complex, fully specified working drawings.
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Ability to work as a member of a team and motivate themselves and others.
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Able to communicate, negotiate and influence effectively.
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Able to prioritise and work to deadlines
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Knowledge of Capital Investment / Business Case Processes.
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Knowledge of Specification, Cost Estimating and procurement of Minor Capital Works Projects including PSA Schedules of Work for Building, Mechanical and Electrical Works or equivalent.
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Knowledge of Works Project and Programme Management.
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Knowledge of Condition Surveying of Buildings.
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Knowledge of Legislative Standards and Regulations relating to design and procurement of Capital Works Projects.
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Knowledge of NEC Conditions of Contract relating to design and procurement of Minor Capital Works Projects and contract management.
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Knowledge of Management Principles for organisation and control of Staff.
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Sarah Vize by clicking on the link below by Tuesday 16th July 2024.
Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.
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