Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location:
Hertfordshire
Industry:
Interiors
Salary:
£60,000.00 - £75,000.00 Annual
About the Client
My client is a leading specialist drylining contractor in the construction industry, delivering high-quality drylining, plastering, partitioning, and associated services. With a reputation for excellence and innovation, we collaborate with top-tier developers and contractors to create superior interior spaces. Based on the Essex/Hertfordshire boarder.
About the Role
T he Senior Quantity Surveyor
will play a pivotal role in managing the financial aspects of our projects, ensuring profitability and cost control. This role demands a professional with extensive experience in drylining or similar sub-contracting sectors, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to lead and mentor a team of QS professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management: Oversee the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and detailed cost plans.
- Cost Control: Manage all costs relating to projects, from the initial calculations to the final account.
- Valuations & Variations: Prepare and submit interim valuations, variations, and final accounts to clients.
- Tendering: Assist in preparing tenders and procurement strategies, ensuring competitiveness and value for money.
- Contract Administration: Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and address disputes or claims effectively.
- Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
- Team Leadership: Mentor junior QS staff, providing guidance and promoting professional development.
- Risk Management: Identify and manage potential risks to project finances and timelines.
- Reporting: Provide detailed and accurate reports to the Commercial Manager and senior management team.
About the Candidate
Essential:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably within the drylining, interiors, or subcontracting sectors.
- In-depth knowledge of JCT and NEC contract forms.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Proficient in cost management software and MS Office Suite.
Desirable:
- RICS accreditation or equivalent professional qualification.
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Familiarity with BIM and digital construction tools.
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