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Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor We are currently expanding the commercial team for a landmark project that is reshaping the skyline. Led by a Commercial Lead with over 12 years of experience within the group, we are looking for a Quantity Surveyor and a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a long-term legacy project. If you are looking for career stability, Phase 4 of this development is slated to run until 2031 . The Roles 1. Quantity Surveyor (Phase 3) The Scope: Managing 3 distinct blocks for 3 separate clients. This is a high-tempo environment perfect for someone who enjoys variety and managing multiple stakeholders. Key Focus: You'll be heavily involved in drylining and finishes. We need someone sharp on the technicals-navigating the contract, issuing payment notices, and managing sub-contractor accounts with precision. Package: £40,000 - £70,000 + £4,250 travel allowance + full benefits. 2. Senior Quantity Surveyor (Phase 4) The Scope: This is the "crown jewel" of the scheme-two massive blocks rising up to 36 stories. This is the most valuable and complex part of the overall development. The Team: You'll be working directly under an (MQS). You'll join a robust site-based structure including a Commercial Manager, two other SQSs and two AQSs. Package: £80,000 - £85,000 + £6,250 travel allowance + full benefits. The Culture Stability: With work scheduled for the next 5+ years, you can truly own your workspace. Site-Based Collaboration: We believe the best surveying happens close to the build. We work on-site 5 days a week, but we are flexible on your specific daily start/finish times. The Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday - Thursday). Early Finish Fridays: Wrap up at 4:30 PM. Dress Down Fridays: Casual dress to end the week. About You We need "project people." Whether you are an ambitious QS ready to master finishes and contracts on Phase 3, or a seasoned SQS ready to tackle the complexities of a 36-story high-rise, you should be someone who thrives in a collaborative site environment. You'll be joining a team led by a leadership group that values longevity-our MQS has over a decade of tenure here. We aren't just building blocks; we're building a long-term commercial team. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Waites Recruitment Consultancy are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity surveyor on a full time basis for a client in Gloucester. We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join mu clieants team to work on projects across Essex, Hertfordshire, London and Kent, overseeing the logistics and ensuring compliance of a specified range of drylining and ceiling installations. The role Reporting to the UK Head of Construction, the Senior Quantity Surveyor is a key member of the Commercial department, responsible for delivering successful projects, from order through to final account, ranging in value from £500k to £5M. It is important that the Senior Quantity Surveyor possesses excellent communication, negotiating and interpersonal skills as they will be required to build long term client relationships. You will also be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day management of the wider Commercial team which includes coaching and developing the Assistant Quantity Surveyors. Responsibilities and Duties Working within cross functional teams, to deliver projects to the correct price and specification, on or ahead of programme and on or under budget. Reviewing and negotiating sub-contract orders within the approved risk parameters. Completing the pre-construction activities and ensuring that projects are setup on the ERP system in accordance with the contract documents and within the required lead in period. Maintaining a full and detailed command of the project brief, including the build methodology, scope of works, programme and costs. Preparing and issuing Sub-contract tenders and working alongside the Contract Managers to negotiate and place Sub-contract orders. Reviewing and approving the fortnightly sub-contractor payments. Day to day Contract Administration including variations, applications for payment and relevant notices. Liaising with the Finance department on a weekly basis and providing the business with up-to-date information on payments, overdue debt and retention. Identifying commercial risks and potential solutions and highlighting them to the relevant members of the project team and/or Senior Management. Competing monthly cost reports, presenting them to the wider business and Senior Management team and proposing actions to improve performance where possible. Ensuring the continuous development of the Assistant and Quantity Surveyors. Maintaining close dialogue with the Construction team to determine site progress and other site related issues. Assisting with the day-to-day management of the Commercial department, reporting on project and individual performance and maintaining accountabilities for all allocated projects or clients. In keeping with the specific importance given to Health & Safety, you have specific accountabilities as set out in our Corporate Responsibility for Health & Safety and Environmental Policy. Essential Technical Expertise Experience of the JCT and/or SBC sub-contracts A confident negotiator with the ability to build client relationships whilst mitigating contractual risks Possesses strong problem-solving skills Pays close attention to detail Manages time efficiently Works well within a team Broad based knowledge of the Construction Industry, the House Building Sector in particular and ideally timber frame or offsite construction Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint The full-time hours for this role are 37.5 hours per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday, however there is the opportunity a variety of flexible working options could be considered. Salary and Benefits My Client is proud to develop our employees, offering career development and promotion opportunities across the Group. Competitive salary Bonus scheme (subject to bonus scheme rules and performance) Holidays - 30 days per annum (Including bank holidays) Life assurance Pension scheme Company Sick pay after probationary period Car Cash Allowance/ Company Car scheme Flexible benefits package, including cycle scheme, holiday trading, dental insurance and taste/gourmet card. Hybrid Work pattern available Employee assistance programme Employee Referral Scheme If this sounds like the right step for your career, please apply NOW