Senior Quantity Surveyor

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Permanent)
Location: Cheadle

QUANTITY SURVEYOR / SENIOR QS

£65-70K/ANNUM

MANCHESTER

Our client, a specialist supply and fit joinery contractor, are recruiting an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team

The successful applicant will have a proven track record of providing commercial expertise and sharing their experience to deliver projects on time, and on budget.

Day to day duties include, but are not limited to:

Assist in the preparation, processing and selection of estimates, bids, and tenders
Assist in the development of the procurement programme.
Attend meetings with colleagues and customers, building relationships and demonstrating excellent communication skills
Liaise with contract managers to establish the project specification and requirements
Attend pre-start meetings
Monitor contract progress and report any changes that may affect project costs or time scale
Prepare and monitor cash flow forecast for designated projects
Value and authorise payments to sub-contractors
Prepare monthly valuation reports
Prepare and agree sub-contractor final accounts

In addition to the above, you must have

A strong working understanding of taking-off from working drawings and specifications
A strong working knowledge of JCT/NEC forms of contract
A strong working knowledge of the application of a schedule of rates, bill of quantities and standard method of measurement
Proficiency in MS Excel
A Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

If you feel that you meet the criteria above and are interested in working for a forward-thinking, collaborative organisation we would be keen to hear from you.

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