Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor- Hertfordshire

£55,000-60,000 DOE + Package

Our company is currently recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to be working in Bedfordshire office in a hybrid working setup for a leading provider of established Utilities (Gas /Water) Contractor working all over the country. As a Quantity Surveyor you will be joining in a dynamic environment and be a part of a supportive culture where your ideas and contributions are highly valued. The responsibilities for this role encompass being a collaborative team player, demonstrating willingness to learn various utility aspects, and taking ownership of a defined scope of work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be a team player, displaying a willingness to learn all aspects of utility works.

• Take ownership and responsibility for a defined scope of work.

• Execute works and tasks diligently and professionally.

• Measure from plan drawings and isometrics to produce fully priced detailed bills of quantities, including labour hours and material costs.

• Track costs and labour throughout the project, monitoring Project Hours Spent vs. Earned schedule.

• Conduct a full construction take-off, prepare construction cost plans, and track costs and labour efficiency throughout the project.

• Present clear and coherent take-offs, understanding NRM2 requirements and procedures.

• Provide timely and accurate CCS submissions each month.

• Prepare timely and accurate assessments/payment certs/payless notices for sub-contractors each month, adhering to payment conditions within the Construction Act.

• Produce timely and accurate cash flow submissions each month.

• Ensure the final account is agreed within a specific project timeline.

• Mitigate the Company's exposure to third-party claims.

• Prepare subcontract packages for procurement, agree contracts, and manage through to the final account.

• Strive to understand tasks assigned comprehensively, recognizing their importance in the overall project.

• Research RICS competencies and actively work towards development in these areas.

• Proactively seek guidance from the Senior QS for areas of development.

• Focus on continuous improvement by actively seeking out opportunities to work on tasks aiding development, such as tasks not previously completed or shadowing Senior QS or other team members.

• Request regular feedback from the senior QS regarding completed tasks.

• Be able to do site visits when required.

Key Skills & Requirements:

• At least 7 years' experience in a similar role. 

• Experience working on Utilities (Gas/Water) contracts would be beneficial.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Demonstrates exceptional presentation, verbal, written, and communication skills.

• Excellent IT skills.

Please apply with your updated CV and we will contact you in return for a confidential discussion.  

Ideal candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. All applicants can expect a response after 24 hours.