Quantity Surveyor
Job Description
Job title: Quantity Surveyor
Company: Construo
Job description: The Opportunity
Working on our new Health Facility Project you will be participating in the management of the supply chain and project costs of construction projects to ensure the overall financial success of a project. Responsible for the commercial management of all or part of a project and/or a number of trade packages within the project.
Project: The new and exciting project is to deliver a new Integrated Care Campus at Catterick Garrison
Location: This role will be based on site at site Catterick Garrison along with some days in our Stockton Office.
What you will be doing
To ensure the full and proper implementation of the Company’s Procedures
To generate/maintain relevant records, accurate filing and support for all commercial functions
To ensure the prompt and regular submission of main contract payment applications and subsequent cash collection together with the preparation of sub-contractor payments
To prepare draft sub-contracts to the level of responsibility delegated by the individual’s supervisor
To monitor sub-contractor performance in consultation with senior staff
To participate in pricing variations/design cost control/value engineering
To participate in the recording of delays & preparation of any request for extensions of time
To participate in the settlement of main contract final accounts
To attend meetings with other stakeholders (if so delegated to do)
To assist senior staff in the compilation of data to monitor individual contract performance on a monthly and quarterly basis
Supervision of work allocated to Trainee QS or Graduate QS staff
To apply a neat and accurate approach in all day to day activities and to strive to enhance one’s own professional capability
To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager
What we need from you
Working towards professional accreditation e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES (desirable)
Holding a relevant CSCS card (desirable)
Proficient in the use of Microsoft packages e.g. Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Able to read a construction programme and relevance of the critical path
Understanding of H&S issues at work
Awareness of dispute resolution procedures
Adept at understanding construction drawings and able to measure and take off accurately
Understanding of the inter-relationship between bills, specifications and drawings
Understanding the importance of Company Procedures
Understanding of construction contracts in relation to projects and of the relevance of sub contract terms and conditions
Ability to assess and value minor changes/variations in compliance with contract terms
Able to work effectively as part of a multi disciplined team
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people.
Experience of working for a Main Contractor on Education and Health projects
What we can offer you
Competitive salary
Car allowance
26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
Life Assurance
Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
2 days volunteering opportunities
Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
Employee Assistance Programme including financial advice and guidance
Professional membership fees
Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
Dental Insurance
Travel insurance
Bike to work scheme
Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attraction
Who we are
Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.
It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status.
Please note we do not have a licence for sponsorships.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Expected salary:
Location: Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham
