Quantity Surveyor

Weston-super-mare, Somerset
Project Start Recruitment Solutions

QUANTITY SURVEYOR

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Trading since 2022,aAnd formerly the M J Patch group, our client are a leading structural construction, housebuilder, large residential buildings, retail, commercial buildings, nuclear, government structural design, fabrication and installation organisation, who operate a wide range of private and public sector projects across the South West & Midlands.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing the structural QS projects in the business
• Sound contractual knowledge (particularly JCT and NEC)
• Experience in preparing and analysing monthly valuations and applications
• Ability to liaise with project teams to monitor costs and identify issues early
• Managing variations, including submission and negotiation with clients
• Preparation of progress reports and updates
• Ensuring all applications are aligned with client/project payment schedules
• Conducting feasibility studies and cost planning
• Streamis software training will be provided
• Preparing tender packages, contracts, and bills of quantities
• Managing risk, value engineering, and cost control
• Evaluation of repair/maintenance strategies and associated costs
• Contract negotiation and schedule alignment
• Overseeing and valuing subcontractor payments
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards
• Providing budget and performance reports
• Offering advice on claims, disputes, and contractual matters
• Experience working on computers and associated software
• Contract Values range form £200 – £2M

SKILLS & QUALIFITCATIONS

BSC in Quantity Surveying

At least 5 years experience in a construction SME

RICS advantage but not essential

A strong background in steelwork would be a major advantage, though we re open to candidates from other building trades

SALARY & BENEFITS

£36K – £45K

Hours / 4 or 5 Days per week

Mobile + Laptop

Fleet Van for site visits

Please call Clare on (phone number removed) and please apply to this advert to prompt a callback.