Job Description
Quantity Surveyor - Logistics\n\nJob Type: Quantity Surveyor - Logistics\n\nStart Date: ASAP\n\nDuration: Permanent\n\nLocation: City of London\n\nSalary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum\n\nA quantity surveyor is required for logistics packages for a client based in London. Our client is looking for an experienced and hardworking quantity surveyor to work on a building and construction project based in London and is accessible by transport links.\n\nQuantity Surveyor - logistics responsibilities:\n\nEnsuring effective cost management, preparing detailed estimates and assessing potential project variations (changes to scope).\nAssisting in the selection of contractors and sub-contractors, preparing tender documents, conducting evaluations and preparing recommendations for supplier and contractor selections.\nBeing thorough in contract management, negotiation and any potential dispute resolution.\nHaving a rigid approach to valuations of the different quantities on site and ensuring accurate valuations to ensure the correct payments are made.\nIdentifying and managing financial risks, ensuring accurate reporting of the financial status of projects and advising clients of potential issues that could impact financial costs.\nPreparing regular cost reports, financial assessments and forecasts for clients, project managers and senior managers. Ensuring detailed records of contracts, changes and financial data are kept throughout the process.\nRegularly liaising with the client, keeping them aware of costs, timelines and any potential changes to the project.
Additionally, providing expert advice on how to manage costs without compromising the quality of the project.\nManaging Logistics costs on a wide variety of new building projects and structures, such as residential developments, sports stadiums, roads and bridges, schools, hospitals, offices and factories etc and your projects will be assigned to you by your line manager.Requirements for the Quantity Surveyor role: \n\nBachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, civil engineering or a related field.\nMaster's degree in quantity surveying is advantageous.\nPrior experience with logistics packages is essential. \nChartered status (MRICS) and prior Quantity Surveying experience.\nProficient in quantity surveying software, knowledge of construction processes and materials.\nStrong communication, analytical, negotiation, organisation and problem-solving skills in high pressure scenarios.\nStrong knowledge of building codes, construction laws and health and safety regulations.Benefits of the Quantity Surveyor Role:\n\nCompetitive salary.\nCareer progression.\nSkill development.About us:\n\nDaniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.\n\nIf you are interested in hearing more about the quantity surveyor role please contact Ollie at (phone number removed)