My client is a family run business established for 50 years, specialising in housing and local authority works. They are currently going through a transformative period, making it a great opportunity to join and be part of shaping their future. As part of this transformative period they have recently established a partnership with L&Q putting them on their framework and giving this consistent work for the next 10 years.

They are looking for a proven Quantity Surveyor with a comprehensive understanding of cost management, schedule of rates, the CVR process, as well as excellent client relationship skills. To be based down on a project in Canterbury.

As the Quantity Surveyor for our client, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Control all expenditure
• Reconcile cost/value reports & profit forecasts
• On-boarding of sub contractors/suppliers
• Ensuring value for money & financial assessments
• Manage day to day cost control & monitoring & reporting
• Process sub contractor requests for payment via application & invoice
• Attend project & company related meetings
• Ensure timely cash flow management
• Maintain & develop professional relationships with clients & customers
• Guidance development of junior members in the team

Quantity Surveyor Essential Experience:

• Degree or other technical qualification
• Quantity Surveying experience with a main contractor
• Strong commercial awareness
• Experience in SORS and reactive repairs.
• Contractual awareness
• Negotiating, communication & presentation skills
• Knowledge of Supply Chain management
• NHF schedule of rates experience and property services contracts for local authorities and RSL's.
• Able to work on their own (although they will be managed and meeting with Managing Surveyor Weekly once they are set up and familiar with the role)

Benefits on Offer

• Basic salary £50,000 - £60,000
• Car Allowance - £5,000
• Pension