Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor (PQS)

Hays Property and Surveying are seeking a Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join an independent construction consultancy based in Guildford.

The company is a dynamic and forward-thinking independent construction consultancy. They hold a strong reputation for providing high-quality Cost Management, Project Management and Building Surveying services - delivering exceptional results for their clients.

As the business looks to the future, with consideration of its immediate needs and succession, their Cost Management department is now looking to appoint a talented Surveyor or Senior level Quantity Surveyor to complement and add value to the existing team.

The role will be based in their Guildford office, with time spent on site on projects and an opportunity to work from home on occasion.
Your new role
As a Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with a significant portfolio of clients to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. The projects will cover a range of sectors, but will have an initial focus on heritage and grade-listed buildings, working predominantly across the South East.

The role is a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to work for a driven and exciting independently owned business, and be involved in a variety of projects and clients.

Key Responsibilities -

• Providing comprehensive quantity surveying services on a range of projects, from initial feasibility studies right through to final account agreement.
• Managing all aspects of cost planning, cost control, and value engineering to ensure projects are delivered within budget and maximise value for our clients.
• Preparing tender documents, bills of quantities, and contract documentation.
• Leading on contract administration, change control, and managing claims and variations.
• Conducting regular site visits and attending project meetings to monitor progress, value completed work and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Building and nurturing positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers to drive collaborative project delivery.

What you'll need to succeed

• MRICS qualified, or progressing towards.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager working within a construction consultancy / surveying practice.
• In-depth knowledge of cost management, commercial management, procurement and contract administration.
• Experience of working within the heritage sector or within grade-listed buildings is desirable.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient knowledge of a range of building contracts including JCT & NEC.

What you need to do now
For more information regarding this, or any other opportunity, please contact our Southampton-based Property and Surveying specialist Jamie Poll on .

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