Quantity Surveyor – Interior Fit-Out Construction Contractor
The Client
My client is a dynamic and specialist interior fit-out contractor operating in a variety of sectors ranging from leisure & hospitality, high end commercial office and luxury hotels, working on landmark prestigious project throughout the UK.
The Quantity Surveyor Role:
Focusing on Projects in the High End Interior Fit-Out Sector they are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to deliver refurbishment and interior fit-out projects, throughout the UK. You will join a senior management team made of individuals who have come together with extensive experience in the High End Interiors market place.
Roles & Responsibilities Include:
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Review and assess tender and project enquiries, ensuring cost effective tender submissions are prepared.
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Look to further improve efficiencies within the Interiors department
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Contribute to departmental meetings
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Ensure all internal and external meetings are well prepared and attended including tender interviews
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Provide all relevant information to support quality submissions
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Enhance relationships with existing and new sub-contractors and suppliers
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Provide commercial awareness on live projects.
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Prepare monthly valuations.
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Prepare subcontractor payment certificates.
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Manage and maximise variations during the contract.
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Submit and agree final account statements.
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Accurately update and present the monthly project
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Cost reports.
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Assist in training junior staff.
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Manage and prepare loss and expense claims.
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Ensure all relevant processes and protocols are adhered to.
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A dynamic attitude to ensure the department to succeeds.
The Successful Quantity Surveyor:
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In-depth knowledge of the construction process including both new build and fit-out / refurbishment
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Understanding and willingness to get involved with Estimating as well as traditional QS duties.
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Experience in the majority of the above roles & responsibilities
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Degree qualified or NVQ, BTEC or Higher National equivalent
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3 to 5 years full time experience in a surveying role with a leading reputable main / principle contractor
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Good knowledge and understanding of Word and Excel packages
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Good verbal and written communication skills