We're currently recruiting a Quantity Surveyor for a market leading house builder based in Hull. Quantity Surveyor The Commercial team, headed by the Commercial Manager and comprising of Quantity Surveyors, works closely with the Procurement, Construction, Customer Selections, Finance and Architectural departments as well as the Marketing & Customer Care teams. The Commercial team report to the Technical Director. All departments work very closely together so teamwork and interpersonal skills are in integral part of the job role. The overall responsibility and purpose ofemployees is to design, specify and cost engineer our developments, to ensure we are delivering the best quality homes at the best possible cost. The work of the Quantity Surveying team is critical to ensure continued viability and accurate costing at all stages throughout the construction process. The successful applicant needs to be enthusiastic and self-motivated as well as been flexible to pick up different work and sites as required. The role is office based but there will be a requirement to visit site frequently. Sites are currently located across East Yorkshire & Northern Lincolnshire. Company Values: Provide safe & responsible working practices Exceed industry leading levels of customer service Committed to creating high quality, individual homes Deliver what we say well do, beyond expectation Have a culture that delivers continuous improvement Treat all with dignity & respect Manage our business with integrity & honesty Reach out, embrace & work with local communities Create places that enhance and protect the environment Company Vision: Exceed our customers expectations and retain their loyalty for a lifetime Push the boundaries of innovation Develop a market leading brand Recruit, develop, motivate and retain amazing people Be a great place to work with people inspired to be the best Be a strong family business, committed for the long term Invest to ensure our continued growth and success for the future Responsibilities: Report to the Commercial Manager Producing Bills of Quantities & budget preparation, based on site specific specifications & conditions Taking off materials and setting up material schedules, based on working drawings & typical details. Assisting the procurement department when necessary Sub-contractor tender enquiry preparation and analysis including pre-qualification tender compliance, collation of specs & drawings, negotiations with contractors, chairing pre-start meetings and order placing. Issuing of revised information to sub-contractors throughout the duration of a site Preparation and issuing of labour targets for site tradesmen. Review where necessary Checking and approval of tradesmens weekly time sheets Checking of subcontractor invoices for payment, including meeting contractors and site checks. Producing final accounts. Pricing customer extras Attend & contribute to various meetings such as pre-start meetings, site project meetings, cost meetings Monthly site visits to check progress and material stocks then valuing progress each month, to ensure the cost to complete for a development is adequate to complete the site works within the construction budget set. Cost Control/Management of budgets on various developments throughout all construction phases, including house build & infrastructure Accurate monthly cost reporting and forecasting issued to the Commercial Manager for review Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines Working and communicating with the Construction team to ensure cost control is maximised Surveyors are typically allocated sites that are more complex by nature Ideal Requirements: Commitment to delivering a first-class output Professional confident approach & positive attitude Highly motivated Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail GCSE Grade C/4 in English & Maths HND/HNC level in Quantity Surveying or General Construction/Building Studies Good listening skills Good negotiation skills Good admin skills Resilience & maturity to balance multiple priorities within a fast changing, demanding but enjoyable environment Adaptability Full understanding of current construction industry conditions and subcontractor/tradesmen rates Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor for a residential house build contractor (preferably 5 years) with good knowledge of commercial management controls Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel Ability to work independently, collaboratively & support others. Committed to diversity & inclusion Good knowledge of building regulations (predominantly NHBC), technical knowledge, CDM & codes of practice e.g. HSE Good understanding of the financial implications of methods of build & sequencing of build. Commercially astute Innovative Full UK driving licence