Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor

Cala Consulting are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor for their award-winning client. The company deliver bespoke projects for a wide range of clients throughout the UK and Ireland; from blue chip big names to smaller independent companies.

Purpose of job:

The role will entail supporting the QS department in a range of activities as the company continue to provide a high standard service for our blue chip and independent clients. The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of small works, major refurbishment and new-build contracts with our client portfolio working throughout the UK & ROI, primarily within the Retail and Hospitality and Heritage Sectors.

The main duties and responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor include:

• Setting of project budgets and allowances
• Valuations and agreement of variations
• Preparation of CVRs and projected profitability reports
• Identification of labour, material requirements, sourcing and obtaining quotations
• Liaising with our purchasing department
• Preparation and agreement of final accounts expediently after works completion
• Supervising and training junior members of staff if required
• Payment of subcontractors and specialist suppliers

Qualifications & experience:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying (or similar)
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience working as a contractor’s QS
• Commercial awareness and the ability to independently deal with complex projects
• Strong communication skills with the ability to negotiate with subcontractors, clients and client representatives

Cala Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.