Senior Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
A job has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for an established carpentry contractor in Mid Kent, they currently turnover £16 million, which is a 25% increase from the previous year, with an anticipation of the same year on year growth for next year. They work with housing developers across London, Kent, Sussex and Surrey with project values ranging from £1 million up to £10 million. They are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based out of their Mid Kent office.

This role is due to continued growth of the business and the win of a large development project, which has meant the current QS will be promoted and this role is for their replacement. This company have a good reputation in the market a lot of work is repeat business and recommendations from current clients, this has put them is strong position and allows for a strong order book for the next 12 months.

Having worked with this company for a few years now, the common theme that seems to be key reason people want to work with them is that they allow people to add value to the business and don't stifle growth. This is combined with a driven team to work for each other and directors that utilise the skill set of the team to benefit the business.

Your new role
The role of the Quantity Surveyor will be to work within the commercial team, the main purpose of the role would include; accurately report the financial and contractual situation of the suppliers responsible for, measure and assess the work undertaken and then submit detailed, accurate and timely applications for payment including final accounts, take timely and proper action (e.g., notices) in accordance with the contract. Assist with preparation of contractual claims, contribute to the set up and review of the project risk register and financial and contractual needs of a contract are fully met in line with the required standards and time constraints.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have proven experience within a Quantity Surveyor role, ideally within a sub-contractor working on projects with contract values of up to but not limited to £10 million. The ideal candidate would have experience of working within the carpentry and joinery sector.

What you'll get in return
In return as the Quantity Surveyor, you can expect a salary of up to £65k plus a discretionary bonus, 28 days holiday (Inc. of bank holidays - which increase annually after 2 years' service and a pension.

What you need to do now
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