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Permanent

Quantity Surveyor

Watford
money-bag £62000/annum
225337204
Posted Today

Job Title:-Quantity Surveyor

Job Purpose
To manage the financial and contractual aspects of projects, including procurement, invoicing, and payments, while minimising costs, maximising value, and optimising cash flow. To prepare competitive tenders through accurate measuring and rate calculation, monitor commercial performance, and collaborate with operational teams to achieve profit targets and secure additional works where possible.

Key Accountabilities

  • Measure and prepare successful cost estimates to win new work. -
  • Review contract and tender documents, highlighting commercial risks. -
  • Lead contract planning and work closely with operational teams to meet profit expectations. -
  • Prepare cost value reconciliations, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and manage them effectively. -
  • Source and secure materials, plant, and subcontractors in line with budgets and company procedures. -
  • Agree and issue productivity targets before project start. -
  • Collaborate with Contract Managers on scoping, operational requirements, and work queries. -
  • Analyse and report variances to contract budgets on a weekly basis. -
  • Review weekly site reports to ensure accurate cost information and propose corrective actions. -
  • Liaise with clients to authorise variations and manage payment processes. -
  • Manage the billing process to minimise work in progress and optimise cash flow. -
  • Ensure all contract costs align with value and maintain appropriate accruals. -
  • Produce monthly cost value reconciliations in line with company policy. -
  • Update systems and maintain accurate commercial records for audit purposes.

Key Competencies

  • Effective communication and negotiation skills. -
  • Collaborative teamwork. -
  • Customer focus. -
  • Conflict avoidance, management, and resolution. -
  • Strong data management and analytical skills. -
  • Delivery and results driven.

Specialist Behaviours

  • Commercially astute and entrepreneurial. -
  • Logical, analytical, and solution-focused. -
  • Able to manage contracts from inception to final account. -
  • Strong understanding of cost base, production levels, and risk/opportunity management. -
  • Capable of maintaining positive relationships while protecting commercial interests.

Background Knowledge & Requirements

  • Degree, professional qualification, or equivalent in a relevant discipline. -
  • Strong estimating and surveying skills with experience in cost control and tender processes. -
  • Proven experience in surveying, estimating, or commercial roles within construction. -
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and commercial software. -
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the successful commercial delivery of construction and maintenance projects within a growing organisation.

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