Quantity Surveyor

Midlands

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Lovell Partnerships Limited
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71757
Vacancy title
Quantity Surveyor
Function(s)
Commercial, Quantity Surveying
Contract type
Full time permanent
Region
Midlands
Location(s)
Midlands
Description

The Midlands region are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team in the Midlands to help deliver a variety of schemes.

Long established in affordable housing, Lovell’s construction business has evolved in recent years to provide a truly national construction solution. Lovell is the nation’s complete housing specialist and we’re dedicated to delivering excellence in everything we do.

The successful candidate will report to and offer support to the MQS or SQS.  They will be expected to be hands on, manage specific schemes whilst managing/supporting AQS/Trainee QS’s when required. The candidate should be able to carry out a range of quantity surveying duties including day to day cost control, cash management, subcontractor management, risk management, financial reporting (CVR/PPR); preparation in valuations (internal/external); record keeping and general administration. The position will involve working within a busy Quantity Surveying department on new build and refurbishment schemes.

The ideal candidate must have a proven track record in quantity surveying within the residential sector ideally on new build schemes along with a knowledge and understanding of refurbishment works. Excellent communication skills are critical to this role and the candidate must be able to adapt with a young, vibrant team that exists. The role will involve liaison with internal customers, clients and supply chain. The successful candidate will have;

  • A track record in commercial management from within a recognised contracting organisation.
  • Experience of either new build contracting or refurbishment works, preferably both.
  • Understanding of various Contract forms.
  • Be a competent negotiator who is able to agree rates/prices without compromising company margins.
  • Have a good knowledge in terms of regulations, current materials, rates, prices along with a good commercial awareness.
  • Be an excellent communicator.
  • The ability to understand and complete the CVR process.

A full current driving licence is essential for the role.


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