Quantity Surveyor

Waites Recruitment Consultancy LTD are seek a Quantity Surveyor who is experienced with JCT and NEC contracts on a full time basis to be office based and some site visits in the West Yorkshire area.You will be expected to : Maintain all cost control procedures, and working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and proceduresBe responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required. Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practise and NHBC requirementsBe responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliationContribute to the conceptual designs / options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted valuesCompile Site Start budget, liaising with all Departments to ensure document is completed on time to allow the construction to commence, and Sales to start marketingLead the value engineering, including updating Group and Regional site review documents, to ensure we achieve best valueMaintain budget control throughout development; and manage cost overruns within contingency levelsComplete accurate costing for each aspect of site developmentAnalyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems availablePrepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials, using Group ProceduresCompile subcontractor recommendations for approvalProcess Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and Group payment system (COINS) in line with Group policy and proceduresEvaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respective allowancesBe aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employLiaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivityAttend all project and team meetings as required, and present the Commercial position to the meetingCompile and Present valuations at Divisional valuation meetingsBe responsible for accurately controlling all commercial aspects and responsibilities with regards to the RSLBe aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes etc.Complete any other duties as required by the Senior / Managing Surveyor / Commercial ManagerPromote and act in accordance with Group values, systems, policies and proceduresEnsure compliance with Group IT systemsWhat you'll needTo be successful in the role, we are looking for :

• Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card
• Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates
• Must be able to control cost to complete on all trades and on all provisions to ensure live cost certainly
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations
• Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards
• Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. project management / payment and valuation software
• Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Able to contribute towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues
• Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
• Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
• Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc.
• Team player, and supportive of colleaguesFULL TIME / PERM£45KPA - £55KPACARFUEL CARDPENSIONON SITE PARKING