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Job Title: Group Leader – Quantity Surveying & EstimatingType: Temporary (6 months with potential up to 12 months)Location: SwanseaSalary: Negotiable BRC are working closely with a local authority who are seeking an experienced and driven Group Leader – Quantity Surveying & Estimating to lead the delivery of commercial services across Housing and Public Buildings. Reporting to the Head of Service, you will manage all estimating and quantity surveying functions, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with operational and client requirements. You will play a key leadership role across major programmes including Education schemes and WHQS projects. Duties:
- Lead and manage Quantity Surveying and Estimating services
- Oversee budgets, business planning, and financial performance
- Act as Cost Centre Manager, controlling expenditure and income
- Deliver complex programmes on time and within budget
- Provide strategic advice to senior management on service improvement
- Manage and develop staff, identifying training and development needs
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and council procedures
- Liaise with internal teams, external organisations, and stakeholders
- Support implementation of new technologies and innovation initiatives
- Prepare and present reports to committees and senior leadership
Requirements:
- Professional qualification in a relevant discipline
- Significant experience in quantity surveying/estimating
- Proven senior management and leadership experience
- Strong financial and commercial awareness
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to lead teams and drive performance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation
- Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel effectively)
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure
For more information, please call Meg Smith on or . To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. xwzovoh We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
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