Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor, North Devon      Job Summary: My client a leading Facilities Management construction company based in North Devon who are looking to bolster their existing commercial team.    As a Quantity Surveyor, you will have gained experience in all phases of cost management, from inception to completion. You will maintain commercial procedures, identifying risks and seizing opportunities. Being self-motivated and organised will enhance your ability to build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting effective collaboration and contributing to project success.    Main Duties: Analysis of requirements and production of contract lifecycle cost plan. Provide support and clarification to stakeholders in relation to contract queries. Produce comprehensive quotations. Control all aspects of project or contract cost management. Engage with supply chain and conduct procurement, including framework contracts. Understand the implications of H&S regulations and industry requirements. Authorisation of supply chain invoices and settling accounts. Carry out invoicing and applications as appropriate. Pricing billable works and agreeing variations. Produce cash flow forecasts as necessary. Maintain and contribute to robust commercial procedures. Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks. Maintain & develop a knowledge of industry developments and practices. Building & maintaining effective working relations with other departments.    Key Skills: Confidential and trustworthy with strong integrity. Confident and dynamic self-starter able to work on your own whilst following established working practices. Well organised with meticulous attention to detail. Highly Numerate. Strong written and verbal communication with good negotiation skills Effective time management skills and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Adaptable, flexible and able to multitask. Computer literate and able to use a wide selection of software tools. Approachable team player with good interpersonal skills. Methodical and thorough approach to work with ability to prioritise workload. Self–motivated and able to use own initiative. Good team player Tenacious and determined.    Required Skills and Abilities:    Essential Industry relevant qualification Commercial experience in a construction or maintenance environment Management of project costs Knowledge of facilities management processes Working relationships with clients and supply chain Microsoft Office software    Desirable: Estimating and SoR’s Contract Variation management. Formal Quantity Surveying qualification M&E experience Forms of contract and risk management    Desirable Qualifications: IACCM/WCC Practitioner CIPS or equivalent CIWFM RICS Accreditation