Quantity Surveyor | Derby with travel to local sites | Up to £55,000 + company car/allowance + 10% bonus*
The Opportunity:
Ford and Stanley Talent Services Group are proud to be partnered with a nationwide construction contractor, who due to their innovative patented product, are gaining traction in the market and as such, are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to take the reins of a £10m portfolio.
Working in collaboration with the senior leadership team, we are looking for a personable and hardworking Quantity Surveyor with an extensive site background and proven experience in liaising with site operatives, measuring gangs and leading from the front.
This position would be well suited to a strong, confident Quantity Surveyor who is looking for a progressive business to continue their development and climb the internal ranks. As an SME-sized business, they offer tailored progression and development opportunities including funding and support through further education and industry training courses.
Key Responsibilities
Be responsible for providing effective financial and contractual control of the projects that are being managed.
Strive to maximise profitability by identifying ways to reduce costs or add value to projects.
Accurate, timely and fair measurement of site operatives. Note the company utilises price work operatives wherever possible, and the management of these resources is crucial.
Provide support to the Site Agents and Engineers by identifying varied and additional works, and maximising recovery for these from our Client.
Maintain records, measures and produce monthly applications for payment for each project
Produce take offs to assist with estimating and bulk material quantity ordering when required.
Produce monthly reports for the Commercial Manager
Keep up to date with developments in quantity surveying and strive to make the business more efficient and effective.
Location:
Based between sites and Derby HQ – Sites are always commutable from Derby.
Package:
Up to £55,000 (dependent on experience)
company car (or car allowance)
10% bonus (eligible after a successful probation period)
Other benefits to be provided
Agreed criteria to secure an interview:
Essential: Experienced Quantity Surveyor from a construction background
Essential: Experience measuring gangs and liaising directly with site staff
Essential: JCT contract experience is essential, and NEC is desirable.
Essential: Someone who is happy travel and to be based on site
Essential: Valid UK drivers’ licence
Desirable: Relevant degree in quantity surveying or construction management
Desirable: Experience working for either a main contractor or sub-contractor
How to apply for the Quantity Surveyor role:
If you are interested in being considered for the role, then please click apply. If you would like more information, then please contact Jake Benn on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Relevant job titles:
Quantity Surveyor, Cost Manager, Estimator, Commercial Manager, Contract Manager, Cost Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership, and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business