Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Belfast based with travel throughout UK
Reports to: Commercial Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Quantity Surveyor (QS) is responsible for managing all costs relating to construction projects, from initial estimates to final accounts. Also to ensure projects are completed within budget while meeting quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cost Planning & Estimation
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets.
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.
Analyse drawings and specifications to prepare bills of quantities (BOQ).
Advise on cost-effective construction methods and materials.
2. Tendering & Procurement
Prepare tender documents and contracts.
Evaluate contractor bids and negotiate pricing.
Assist in contractor and supplier selection.
Manage procurement processes.
3. Contract Administration
Monitor project progress and control costs.
Prepare interim valuations and payment applications.
Manage variations and change orders.
Assess and settle final accounts.
4. Risk & Compliance Management
Identify financial and contractual risks.
Ensure compliance with legal and industry standards.
Provide advice on dispute resolution and claims management.
5. Stakeholder Coordination
Liaise with clients, contractors, engineers, and architects.
Attend site meetings and progress reviews.
Provide financial reports and updates to stakeholders.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
Understanding of standard contract forms (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, JCT & MTC).
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Personal Attributes
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Problem-solving ability.
Time management and organizational skills.
Benefits
Company health cash back plan.
Company pension.
Onsite parking.
Life insurance.
Company events.
Early Friday finish
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Location: Belfast based with travel throughout UK
Reports to: Commercial Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Quantity Surveyor (QS) is responsible for managing all costs relating to construction projects, from initial estimates to final accounts. Also to ensure projects are completed within budget while meeting quality and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Cost Planning & Estimation
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets.
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.
Analyse drawings and specifications to prepare bills of quantities (BOQ).
Advise on cost-effective construction methods and materials.
2. Tendering & Procurement
Prepare tender documents and contracts.
Evaluate contractor bids and negotiate pricing.
Assist in contractor and supplier selection.
Manage procurement processes.
3. Contract Administration
Monitor project progress and control costs.
Prepare interim valuations and payment applications.
Manage variations and change orders.
Assess and settle final accounts.
4. Risk & Compliance Management
Identify financial and contractual risks.
Ensure compliance with legal and industry standards.
Provide advice on dispute resolution and claims management.
5. Stakeholder Coordination
Liaise with clients, contractors, engineers, and architects.
Attend site meetings and progress reviews.
Provide financial reports and updates to stakeholders.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
Bachelors Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
Understanding of standard contract forms (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, JCT & MTC).
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Personal Attributes
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Problem-solving ability.
Time management and organizational skills.
Benefits
Company health cash back plan.
Company pension.
Onsite parking.
Life insurance.
Company events.
Early Friday finish
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