Project Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
This company is a privately owned residential construction company operating in the South East with its development partner.

With a history of delivering high quality small to medium residential schemes they are focussed on expansion through capitalising on their extensive land bank and strong financial backing. A rapid but well executed delivery program will put them on par with the more recognisable regional house builders, both in size and units delivered.

Focusing on brand, quality and reputation they have numerous schemes due on site within the next 3 - 6 months. Project values range from £9M to £87M including luxury waterfront apartments, rural housing development, multi occupier urban regeneration and luxury housing.

They have various sized developments going on at the moment, that vary from early stage planning through to building on site, there are a range of bespoke builds from 24 - 200 units each. The intention is to be delivering 250-300 units per year within 5 years.

The team is growing and have room to build on its current size to that of a reasonable sized house builder, there are simple routes to promotion and as the team grows so will the opportunities to progress.

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; overseeing the commercial management of various small and large housing projects, 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 house building or developer environment, you will also need to have a HND/HNC in Surveying or equivalent but ideally a degree.

What you'll get in return
In return as the Quantity Surveyor, you can expect a salary of up to £50k + car allowance, holiday (day's dependent upon position) and a targeted bonus structure.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Andrew Dique now on 020 8464 6678. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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