Your employer will be an established and expanding Chartered Quantity Surveying & Project Management consultancy that is working on a range of projects for multiple public and private sector clients within a range of sectors.
Most projects are long-term client work, either negotiated or won as a part of a services framework. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive, ambitious, growing and energetic team.
The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor candidate will be willing to travel to sites across the UK as required, so a driving license is required.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Taking the lead on a range of construction projects and supervising the work of the Quantity Surveyors, Assistants and Apprentices in your team and helping them to fulfil their potential.
* Acting as the principal point of contact with the project client and the other consultants on the design team pre and post contract.
* Working independently and taking responsibility for the successful delivery of QS / PM / EA services on all projects you and your team are working on.
* Taking responsibility for allocated Key Client Accounts, building a relationship with the Key Client(s), and nurturing new work opportunities.
* Training and assisting others, including the preparation and presentation of in-house CPD events.
* Actively seeking new project opportunities and promoting the services of the practice at every opportunity including attendance and involvement at appropriate networking and marketing events.
* Acting as a Quantity Surveyor on traditional projects or Acting as Employer’s Agent on Design and Build projects.
* Following the company Quality Management System in the delivery of all services.
* Managing multiple projects simultaneously and developing excellent time management strategies.
* Treating all clients to exceptional level of service.
Desired Skills and Experience
* Extensive experience in running own projects quantity surveying and / or employer’s agent or project management for either a Private Practice, Construction Company or related organisation.
* Proficiency in measurement, ideally using CostX Measurement Software.
* Experience in running projects independently.
* Strategically minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent organisational skills.
* Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
* Skilled negotiator.
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
* A BSc in Quantity Surveying or a degree in Cost Management or similar is preferred.
* Ideally MRICS qualification, or a commitment to achieve Chartered status within 2 years of starting at this company.
Employing Company Overview and Profile
The employer is a leading Chartered Quantity Surveying/Project Management practice. They have extensive experience and a loyal client base in various sectors.
Their project work includes social housing, housing, student accommodation, healthcare, care home, industrial, religious, heritage/conservation and insurance-related work.
They recognize and reward dedication, offer competitive compensation packages and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives
* Competitive salary with regular performance and salary reviews
* In-house and external training and support
* Full benefits package disclosed to shortlisted candidates
Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit.
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