What’s the Opportunity
Due to the growth of the Leeds team, we are looking for a dynamic and dependable QS looking for a challenge within a small team. The candidate must be able to work independently, be thorough and concise and be a team player. This is a great opportunity for a solid QS looking to progress to a Senior QS.
Our Team Works In a Variety Of Sectors, Including
- Residential (new build and conversions)
- Industrial
- Commercial (office refurbishments)
- Education
- Local Authority
- Healthcare
What you need to do to be effective in this role
The role will be varied and include day to day lead on a variety of projects specifically including:
- Cost Planning (including use of Cost Ex) at various RIBA stages including producing preliminary and detailed cost estimates (from feasibility through to detailed design) and advising architects and engineers on the cost implications of different construction methods, alternative choices of materials, reconciling the Cost Plan to ensure the Project remains within budget and lifecycle costing
- Pre-Contract services, including:
- Providing advice on procurement strategy, risk management, value engineering and the overall tendering process
- Provide advice on contract arrangements and conditions under which building will be constructed
- Prepare tender documents
- Advising clients on tenders when received, including undertaking a full tender evaluation and advising on alternative proposals
- Prepare contract documentation
- Post Contract services, including:
- Providing advice on contractual matters / procedures, valuing completed work and approving progress payments
- Monitor changes in design and measure, value and negotiates variations
- Budget management and cost reporting to the client
- Negotiate final accounts
- Working closely with the Team and mentoring / working with graduates
- Developing existing Client contacts and relationships
- Developing new Client contacts and relationships
The Skills And Experience
- RICS with a minimum of three years post qualification experience
- Have achieved a RICS accredited degree
- Be able to evidence pre and post contract QS experience through examples of projects you have worked on