Quantity Surveyor - Central London (Covent Garden)
The Company: An independent construction and property consultancy committed to providing world class service to their clients.
Their dedicated team of over 1,300 people delivers Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services from a network of UK and US offices bound by a common purpose - to build a better tomorrow.
People are central to their mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, they believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive.
The Role: They are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to support with the growth of the business and the continued delivery of world class service to their diverse client base.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of a team of 35 managing pre/post contract activities ranging from managing procurements and project finances to undertaking estimates and ensuring that projects are delivered within budget constraints. You will begin to develop specialist knowledge and be responsible for a part of a project. You will be encouraged to support team members and play a part in growing the business through participation in the firm’s wider initiatives.
Their Cost Management teams work across a variety of sectors, offering you the chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and stimulating projects with no sector boundaries while their focus on training and development creates the perfect environment in which to progress your career.
Working within a dedicated and dynamic cost team reporting directly into senior leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high profile projects across the built environment, including office, fit out and hospitality.
The ideal candidate will have experience as the day-to-day project lead and contact and who thrives on challenges and client facing roles, being both eager to learn and develop whilst also helping to drive forward our position as an industry leader. Your attention to detail, analytical skills and ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will be paramount to your success in the role and the overall success of the projects.
There are also opportunities to be involved in the evolving role of cost management including market leading initiatives, utilising new software, use of Power BI, sector communities, specialist forums and business development.
Average project values range from £1M - £250M.
Office Location: Central London (Covent Garden)
Head Count: 1000+
Project Sectors: Commercial, Residential, Mixed-Use, Fit Out, Retail, Leisure & Hotels
Requirements for the Quantity Surveyor:
Degree qualified – within a construction-related discipline
Membership of a chartered institute (or working towards) in the construction industry (e.g. RICS, CIBSE, CIOB)
Well-rounded with pre and post contract experience
Experience within a consultancy environment strongly desirable
Understanding of core procurement and contract options
Ability to monitor construction budgets, preparing and presenting detailed cost reports, cashflow forecasts, and financial analysis to the team member or the Client.
Ability to use CostX as a measurement tool
Knowledge and ability to prepare and deliver cost plans.
Experience working in a client-focused environment with a personal commitment to the delivery of excellent client service
The benefits included in this role are:
Competitive basic salary (Negotiable DOE)
Bonus scheme
Mileage allowance
Travel allowances (depended on contractual agreement)
27 days annual leave
Positive Mental Health & Wellbeing – annual allowance for sporting events, weekends away, cooking classes etc (all staff receive this)
Sports & socials every first Thursday of the month, socialise over food and drinks
Industry leading investments in technology
Pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Fully funded training and development where appropriate
Laptop / phone
Get in touch today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, Callum Dugdale – callum@prosper-consulting.org.uk