Quantity Surveyor Residential

The role & about the client:
 
On behalf of our client, ITS Construction Professionals South are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a reputable Residential Company based in Horsham. This client is a general residential company dealing with high volume housing. There is several QS roles available with this client ranging from Assistant QS to Senior level. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the group policies and procedures
• Be aware and responsible for new materials or methods of construction and complete reports as followed.  
• Prepare tenders and procure sub contractors, goods and materials. 
• Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the systems available
• Ensure all documents are completed on time to allow the construction to commence. 
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost efficiency 
• Monitor cost performance throughout project process
• Ensure compliance with contracts
• Track cost to completion forecasts and manage cash flow reporting 
• Evaluate, negotiate and manage variations and change orders
• Ensure changes are reflected in financial reporting and cost plans 
• Advise on cost implications of design and programme changes 
• Manage final account preparation and agreement with contractors 

• Relevant proven experience as a QS within the residential sector
• Experience working with high volume housing buiding
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills 
• Well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to relate complex information in a simple way to a diverse range of people 
• Strong numeracy and financial management skills 
• Commercial awareness
• A clear understanding of HSE building regulations and all relevant legal requirements 
• Software knowledge in Outlook, Excel, Word, Sage, Eque 2, Project. 
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying.