Job Description

Job Overview

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team.

Working from our offices in Sheffield, this challenging and exciting position offers a role with excellent career and development prospects and an opportunity to make a real difference in a dynamic, design-led company embarking on a significant expansion and business development programme.

We require an organised individual who can work at a fast pace, likes to get things done, and who will be a confident and effective communicator both verbally and written. You must have a full working knowledge of Microsoft Office components, with the ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.

Duties

Cost Management:

Oversee cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for refurbishment projects, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial objectives.

Contract Management:

Administer contracts and negotiate terms with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to secure favourable agreements and mitigate risks.

Value Engineering:

Identify opportunities to enhance project value through innovative cost-saving measures without compromising quality or functionality.

Risk Assessment:

Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential cost implications and develop strategies to mitigate financial risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Client Relations:

Maintain strong relationships with clients, providing transparent and timely cost advice, addressing concerns, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Team Collaboration:

Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to align cost management strategies with project objectives and timelines.

Performance Monitoring:

Monitor project expenditure against budgets, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions to ensure financial targets are met.

Quantity Take off:

Perform detailed quantity take-offs from architectural drawings and specifications to estimate material quantities and costs accurately.

Tender Preparation:

Prepare and issue tender documents, evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers, and provide recommendations for contract award.

Cost Estimation:

Develop comprehensive cost estimates for labour, materials, and equipment, considering project specifications, market rates, and procurement strategies.

Cost Control:

Monitor project costs, track variations, and assess the financial impact of changes to scope, ensuring effective cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Payment Certification:

Verify subcontractor invoices and applications for payment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual agreements before authorising payments.

Documentation Management:

Maintain accurate records of cost data, contracts, variations, and correspondence, ensuring documentation is organised and easily accessible for reference.

Reporting:

Prepare regular cost reports, including budget vs actual analysis, cash flow projections, and cost forecasts, to inform project stakeholders and support decision-making processes.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field.

Experience:

Proven experience as an estimator or Quantity Surveyor within the refit and interior construction industry, with a strong track record of successfully estimating and managing costs for projects of varying scales and complexities.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in cost estimation software, (Bluebeam), advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with construction management systems (Powerproject)

Analytical Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights.

Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate cost estimates and negotiate effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Attention to Detail:

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in estimating project costs, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints and project requirements.

Teamwork:

A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and foster positive working relationships with colleagues and external partners.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person