About The Role
Quantity Surveyor
* Assistant to Senior Consultant Level
* Derby (mixture of home and office working)
* Permanent
* Full-time with flexible working and core hours
Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1885, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do.
Climate change and Sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor to join our team in on a permanent basis. In this team you will play a crucial part in managing the construction of new facilities as well as the regeneration of older ones in a heavily regulated nuclear defence environment. There aren't many projects available in the UK that offer the chance to work on complex infrastructure using cutting edge technology that will contribute towards the UK's safety.
Your day to day could sometimes involve:
* Estimating
* Task Order Drafting
* Contract Administration
* Tier 2 Procurement
* Cost Verification Audits
* Final Account Agreement Close Out
* Dispute Management / Resolution
However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that supports each other’s projects as well as getting involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development.
About You
Who we're looking for
* Security Cleared or ability to gain Security Clearance
* Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management, experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors is desired but not essential.
* Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management - ideally both pre and post contract.
* Experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite, and Public Contract Regulations 2015 would be beneficial, and candidates personal and communication skills, ambition, drive and energy will be considered equally important to be successful.
* Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some cases applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered.
* Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.
What we can offer you in return
* Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
* Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
* Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
* Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
* Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first
* Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience
* Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance
* Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
* Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work
About Us
A world of opportunity
Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.
With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.
Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:
* Professionalism with personality
* Excellence with humility
* Innovation with agility
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.
We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.
Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.
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