In brief
This quantity surveyor role manages commercial resources and project finances for a large-scale education construction project. The work involves controlling subcontracts, negotiating variations, and producing monthly financial forecasts to ensure budgeted profitability.
Best for
Quantity surveyors with experience in similar roles seeking progression to senior positions.
Worth knowing
The role operates on a Monday to Friday schedule with hybrid working arrangements.
What you need
Required
Commercial management
Strongly implied by the listing
Contract administration
Strongly implied by the listing
Subcontractor management
Strongly implied by the listing
Organisational skills
Clearly required in the listing
Communication
Strongly implied by the listing
Teamwork
Clearly required in the listing
Microsoft Office
Clearly stated in the job description.
Preferred
Quantity Surveying degree
Clearly required in the listing
HNC Quantity Surveying
Clearly required in the listing
Your day-to-day
Manage commercial resources
Clearly stated in the job description.
Appoint subcontractors and suppliers
Clearly stated in the job description.
Negotiate contract variations
Clearly stated in the job description.
Measure and value work
Clearly stated in the job description.
Produce financial reports
Clearly stated in the job description.
Experience expected
Level
Mid-level
Based on what the listing states
Years of experience
Not stated
No clear years requirement found
Evidence from the listing
Experience level
“You will be working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to deliver this high end project reporting directly to them.”
What's on offer
Full job description (from employer)⌄
Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Main Contractor - Sheffield, South Yorkshire Fawkes & Reece are proud to be partnering with a UK leading Tier 1 Main Contractor working on a prestigious and high profile £70m new build Education project in Sheffield. As Quantity Surveyor you'll be managing commercial resources to maximise planned gross margin through the placement and control of contracts and subcontracts. You will be working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to deliver this high end project reporting directly to them. Our client is offering a clear progression route to Senior and the opportunity to run your own scheme afterwards. Duties of a Quantity Surveyor: Managing commercial resources to maximise planned gross margin and support budgeted profitability Tendering, evaluating and appointing subcontractors, and placing orders for materials and plant Identifying, evaluating and negotiating variations to contracts with customers and suppliers Measuring and valuing work to support invoicing of customers and payment to suppliers Producing monthly VCRs and End Life Forecasts, and managing cashflows Requirements for a Quantity Surveyor: Hold relevant qualifications (Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying desirable) and have experience in a similar role You have good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines You're flexible and able to work as part of a team and using your own initiative You can use a range of IT packages including Microsoft Office and bespoke packages Benefits for a Quantity Surveyor: Competitive Salary + Car Allowance Excellent Pension Scheme Free on-site parking Monday - Friday Hybrid working Generous Holidays Career Progression If this position sounds of interest, or you would like more information, please contact Alex Cocker on (phone number removed) or email through your CV to (url removed)
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