We are a Main Contractor, in existence for 30 years and based in Pirbright, Surrey.
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
Website – www.hhconstruction.build
Instagram – hhconstruction.build
H & H Construction Offices - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/r75pzxdjw8ny7tvtopayy/H-H-Construction-Office-Pirbright.jpeg?rlkey=lkxxxpsqqho9je1y0ccjtky84&dl=0
We secure Work through Competitive Tendering and occasionally, Negotiation.
Our Projects tend to be Medium to High end Residential which include New Build, together with Extending/Refurbishing and a track record of Fire Damage Restoration. We generally work within a 50 mile radius of Guildford.
Our Contracts are invariably under JCT Forms and vary in value between £250k and £4million.
Last years (Year end 2024) Turnover was £5.7m, with a similar turnover expected for 2025.
We would like to attract a QS, who has completed their Training and would be interested in joining our Team. The first year with us would be to work within all the Estimating, Surveying and Construction disciplines.
The Role:
1. Estimating:
a) Preparing and sending out Sub-Contractor Enquiries.
b) Taking off Materials.
c) Preparing and sending out Supplier Enquiries.
d) Pricing of Tender Schedule of Works.
e) Pricing of Site Preliminaries.
f) Working with Construction Director to produce a Tender Programme.
g) Arranging and attending a Site Visit for all Bids.
h) Preparing Draft Tender Submission for Adjudication with our Commercial Manager.
i) Final Tender Submission and any follow up on Client/PQS/Architects queries.
2. Quantity Surveying on secured Contracts:
a) Working with our Commercial Manager on Valuations.
b) Visiting Sites to obtain information from the Construction Teams on Site Instructions received, Variations and any Subcontractor commercial issues.
3. Sites:
a) Be part of the Construction Team as a whole.
b) Take an active interest on regular Site Visits, to assist in Progress, Quality and Technical Standards and attention to Drawn, or Specified Detail.
c) Point out any perceived issues on Safety, to the Site Manager, or Construction Director.
4. General Duties:
a) We are small but very experienced Team, where everyone is happy to step in and help on Site, or in the Office. A positive, happy attitude, with a willingness to jump in and assist is essential.
5. Transport:
a) You will need to have a Car or Van to use every day, for getting to the Office or Site.
b) We will provide you with a Company Credit Card to purchase Fuel for your Work journeys.
c) You will be able to pay all reasonable and sanctioned costs, for Servicing, replacement Tyres and annual MOT, with your Company Card.
6. Terms:
a) Salary - circa £30k per Annum.
b) 28 Days Holiday.
c) Formal Employment Contract.
7. Qualities and Qualifications :
a) Strong understanding of cost control principles and practices
b) Proven experience in estimating and quantity surveying
c) Ability to analyse project specifications and drawings
d) Proficiency in using estimation software and tools
e) Excellent communication and negotiation skills
f) Relevant certifications in quantity surveying or construction management are a plus