Yolk Recruitment's Public Sector and Not-for-Profit team is working with a collaborative and progressive Housing Association that is committed to offering excellent services to their customers and communities, to appoint a Quantity Surveyor.
The Opportunity
You will support the Capital Investment Finance Manager in project cost and contract management for property investment and regeneration work. You will manage budgets, provide cost forecasts, and offer financial support for the successful delivery of projects.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Cost Management: Prepare accurate forecasts, budgets, and feasibility costs for future projects.
2. Project Support: Work with project managers to manage project costs, authorise variations, and provide value engineering advice.
3. Contract Administration: Advise on procurement strategies, manage contracts, and ensure financial limits are adhered to.
4. Tender Support: Conduct financial tender analysis, assist with contract preparation, and provide cost matrices for tenders.
5. Team Collaboration: Work with Finance and Programme Managers to deliver financial insights and assist with team training.
Skills & Experience:
6. Proven experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within construction or property investment.
7. Strong knowledge of cost management, contract procurement (JCT, NEC), and tender analysis.
8. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
Benefits:
9. Enhanced Pension Scheme (LGPS & Aviva Pensions)
10. Generous Annual Leave (25 days + Bank Holidays, increasing to 30 days after 3 years)
11. Agile Working - Flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
12. Health & Wellbeing Initiatives - Including Cycle to Work, enhanced leave policies, and more
13. Professional Development - Sponsored study opportunities, career progression, and recognition awards