Quantity Surveyor (Social Housing) | Permanent | Watford, Hertfordshire

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Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + car allowance / package
Location:
Region: Hertfordshire

I have a great opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established main contractor on a permanent basis, working on residential / social housing projects, based out of their offices near Watford, Herts.

 

The company are a family run business that have been around for approximately 35 years. They have a wide and varied client base which include Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Private Sector Clients.

 

The business has a young, dynamic and energetic management team with a strong business plan in place; they are further developing their client base and this is great opportunity to join a growing business.

 

They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record working on Social Housing projects; with experience of decent homes, kitchens and bathrooms, external works, roof renewals, voids, disrepairs and full refurbishments.

 

Duties include:

  • Prepare a list of enquiries at procurement stage and collate tender information which will be sent out to supply chain for pricing
  • Analyse tender returns and collate information for discussion with team
  • Support the team to increase and improve upon existing supply chain
  • Compile and issue sub contract orders and ensure these are signed and returned along with any supporting documentation
  • Review and sign off on any sub contract applications and prepare and send out payment notices
  • Undertake detailed internal and external cashflow forecasts
  • Produce monthly AFA’s for clients
  • Produce monthly valuations and agree with clients
  • Agree Final Accounts with supply chain and clients in a timely manner
  • Work closely with the site team to ensure that all cost are recorded, provide support if needed
  • Issue variation orders if required, ensuring relevant documentation is available to substantiate
  • Attend site visits to provide assistance and support to both the commercial and operational side of the business
  • Compile, complete and issue detailed and accurate CVR’s to directors

 

Ideal Candidate:

  • Self-motivated with experience working in the Social Housing sector
  • Able to work autonomously
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency using office IT applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word or equivalent software
  • Be punctual and have good timekeeping
  • Can take instruction from more senior managers and effectively carry out tasks
  • Full UK Drivers Licence

 

If you are a Quantity Surveyor and you are interested in this role, please apply with an updated CV or call Rob on: 07733 529 573

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