Preston + Hybrid working
Full-time/ Permanent
Our clients are a well established consultancy who are enjoying a strong period of growth in the North-West, creating the opportunity for an Intermediate and a Senior QS to join the team working from the Preston office.
Suitable applicants will have experience at QS/Senior QS level, however we will consider an experienced Assistant QS looking for the next step in their career into QS. Previous experience of working for a consultancy and delivering commercial & real estate projects are required. Preferably applicants will also have experience delivering Employers Agent duties to clients.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Comply with internal quality assurance management procedures and governance;
* Undertake all aspects of financial management of projects;
* Lead/ involved on commissions, taking responsibility for all aspects of service delivery;
* Preparation of appointments and contracts for commissions;
* Ensuring that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered to time and cost targets, and the appropriate quality standards;
* Preparation of interim valuations, contract instructions and final accounts;
* Contract and dispute advice;
* Employer’s Agent / Contract Administrator services including issuing of appropriate project certification;
Salary and Benefits
* Basic salary - £40-50k (QS), £50-60k+ (SQS)
* Hybrid working
* Excellent benefits package
Qualifications/Skills required
* Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
* Proven experience in a QS/ Senior Quantity Surveyor role, particularly within the commercial build/ real estate sector
* Strong knowledge of construction methods, contracts, and commercial procedures
* High level of IT literacy including MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
* Strong analytical and numerical ability with attention to detail
* Excellent organisational and time management skills, to meet strict deadlines
* Ambitious, driven and a strong communicator are all traits we look for in our teams
Salary description
£40000.00 - £60000.00 per year