Estimator
£40,000 - £50,000
Permanent
Chesterfield
The Company
My client is a well-established regional building contractor providing services throughout the East Midlands and South Yorkshire. They specialise in residential new builds, fit outs, renovation and extensions.
There is an exciting opportunity opening up for a knowledgeable, well established and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job Description
- Meeting clients to determine their needs and discuss any areas that need revising for price or feasibility
- Calculating material quantities and costs, labour costs and an achievable project timeframe
- Negotiating labour contracts and schedules
- Advising clients and crew on legal matters and disputes
- Monitoring subcontractors, safety practices, construction progress and material needs, including any changes which may impact costs
- Preparing labour and supplier accounts for payment
- Writing reports detailing costs and progress for clients
Qualifications
SMSTS
MSC in Quantity Surveying
10 years estimating experience
Knowledge of JCT, NEC and PPC
Verbal and written communication, including active listening for determining client needs, communicating them to the construction crew and preparing reports
Mathematics for calculating material quantities and construction costs
Customer service for client satisfaction
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Understanding of engineering science, construction and technology
Understanding of current building, health and safety regulations
Computer literacy and confidence using office and electronic project management programs.
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