Up to £80,000 pa • Full-time • Permanent
Our client, a leading construction company, based in Redditch, is seeking a Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to join their family-run business.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Groundworks Quantity Surveyor to join our clients' team. As a Groundworks Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of cost and financial management for groundwork projects from inception to completion.
You will work closely with Contracts & Project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed within budget and to the highest standards of quality.
What are the day-to-day duties of the Groundworks Quantity Surveyor?
- Complete monthly applications for payment accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitor project costs, track expenditures, and prepare cost reports in line with valuation processes.
- Provide early quotations to clients for variations, ensuring that only those that are commercially agreed are completed by the production team.
- Manage client accounts ensuring that any payment shortfalls are highlighted and dealt with in a timely manner.
- Compile monthly forecasts with the production team to ensure the successful commercial performance, of a project is monitored and maintained throughout the duration of the contract.
- Procure subcontractor and supplier packages, negotiate contracts, and manage subcontractor accounts.
- Collaborate with production teams to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quart of safety.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, quality and compliance with contractual requirements.
- Ensure each project team has all of the latest information including drawings and details of tender allowances.
- Maintain organized project records, including contracts, invoices and correspondence.
- Mentor and support junior quantity surveyors or team members as required.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients.
What skills and experience do I need for this Groundworks Quantity Surveyor?
- A Qualification in Quantity Surveying
- Previous experience as Quantity Surveyor in the civils or groundworks sector
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Numeracy and IT skills including MS Office, Word, and Excel
- Full UK Driving Licence
What's on offer for this Groundworks Quantity Surveyor?
- Salary up to £80,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications, plus a comprehensive package.
- Supportive Environment: Work in a professional and friendly atmosphere where team collaboration is key.
- Advanced Systems: Benefit from state-of-the-art systems designed to streamline your work and enhance productivity.
- Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and career progression within a leading construction firm.
Arden Personnel is a local independent recruitment agency with two offices. The first office is in Alcester, Warwickshire and the second office is in Redditch, Worcestershire. We recruit for companies based in Alcester, Evesham, Bidford-on-Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Henley-in-Arden, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Pershore, Redditch, Bromsgrove, and Studley.
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