Job Description

https://candidates.erecruitsmart.co.uk/5063-quantity-surveyor/quantity-surveyor/greater-london/job 2024-03-18 16:19:52 2025-09-16 eRecruitsmart Consultants Job Ref 13259
Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established Construction company in Barking, East London.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost control and possess the necessary qualifications to excel as a Quantity Surveyor. If you are detail-oriented, analytical, and have a passion for construction, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
About the role
As a Quantity Surveyor you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful completion of construction projects by providing accurate cost estimates, monitoring project costs, and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints. Duties will include:

• Prepare cost estimates and budgets for construction projects
• Conduct feasibility studies and analyse project specifications
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to gather project information
• Review and evaluate contractor bids and proposals
• Monitor project costs and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints
• Conduct site visits to assess progress and verify quantities of materials used
• Prepare reports and documentation related to cost control and project progress
• Work alongside the commercial admin to ensure finances are up to date

About the rewards
For the role of Quantity Surveyor there is on offer:

• A salary of 50,475 to 54,550 per annum, depending on experience
• Performance Bonus

About you
To be successful for the role of Quantity Surveyor, you must have / be:

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or similar role
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials and regulations
• Proficient in using cost estimation software and tools
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Be able to create and build quotes from a subcontractor point of view
• Have extensive knowledge of NHF rates and building quotes from scratch
• Extensive on-site knowledge of general construction
• Experience of working NHF rates

About the Company
With a combined experience spanning over 50 years, the company has been open for over 10 years, managing and completing projects inside London and the M25 for a variety of clients including housing associations and London councils. Projects undertaken include internal/external refurbishments and maintenance to new builds. They also have capacity and resources to take on any domestic electrical project as well as commercial/residential emergency lighting, and as an NICEIC registered company, also have their own in-house electricians.
If you feel that you have the skills and attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now!
How to apply
Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Quantity Surveyor on behalf of the Hiring Company and your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to. Please only apply if you consent to these terms.
You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.
We look forward to hearing from you!