Quantity Surveyor
This role requires having a Right to Work in the UK, RW Armstrong are unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.
RW Armstrong is a family business with over 65 years’ experience working on some of the finest properties in the South of England. Our Blandford division is based in the charming Old Chicken House in the heart of the Dorset countryside.
You will be joining a highly experienced and close-knit team to complete large scale projects of high value and complexity, from contemporary new builds to period refurbishments. No two of our projects are the same and you will be given the opportunity for continual challenge and growth. Your role will be split between our Blandford office and site, as required by the project team. With our company expanding, there is plenty of scope for career growth.
You will also have regular interaction with and support from both our experienced Business Support team and our Joinery division based in Basingstoke. Fostering strong relationships is an important aspect of life at RWA with social and sporting events held throughout the year. As a long-standing local employer, we also provide support to several local charities and community endeavours.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Quantity Surveyor at RW Armstrong, you will play a crucial role in managing the commercial aspects of projects, collaborating with our dedicated teams to ensure success:
1. Efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
2. Maintain tight control over variations, assisting site and contracts managers in recording, pricing, and accurately documenting their impact on final accounts.
3. Lead in the calculation and preparation of company valuations and final accounts.
4. Prepare and present monthly job cost analysis data.
5. Analyse and improve current methods and procedures.
6. Take full control of subcontract orders, applications, and enquiries, ensuring budget compliance.
7. Regularly visit sites and liaise with divisional and site managers to record variations and ensure timely communication.
8. Report budget exceedances promptly to line managers.
9. Communicate effectively on all matters impacting project performance and the commercial interests of the company.
10. Ensure timely reminders and collection of retentions.
11. Format valuations and final accounts to suit individual requirements, expediting the certification process.
12. Ensure correct VAT assessments and calculations.
What You'll Need
13. HNC in Construction or relevant Degree.
14. Detailed knowledge of private residential building contracting.
15. Awareness of property taxation matters and contractual law.
16. Technical understanding of traditional and modern building methods in the residential sector.
17. Proficiency in MS Office, with an intermediate level of Excel.
18. Clear and precise communication skills, including detailed figures and calculations.
19. Strong numeracy and financial management skills.
Working hours
20. 7:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 to 16:00 on Friday, with a 45-minute unpaid break each day