Quantity Surveyor at Rainsford Contracts, Bristol
Rainsford Contracts · Direct employer
£300 – £400 a day
Bristol · Contract
MEP Quantity Surveyor | Southampton and Bristol
Rainsford is a London-based construction contractor specialising in high-end fit-out, refurbishment, joinery and M&E. We are looking for an experienced MEP Quantity Surveyor to support our projects in Southampton and Bristol.
The role
- Locations: Southampton and Bristol, split 2.5 days per site each week
- Hours: Full time, 5 days per week
- Duration: 1.5 years
- Start date: Immediate
- Rate: £300 to £400 per day, depending on experience
- Status: CIS self-employed OR PAYE
Responsibilities
- Managing the commercial side of MEP packages across both sites
- Preparing and agreeing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts
- Procuring and negotiating mechanical and electrical subcontract packages
- Producing cost reports, forecasts and cash flow
- Assessing and pricing variations and change orders
- Reviewing MEP drawings, specifications and bills of quantities
- Reporting to the Commercial Manager and liaising with site teams, clients and subcontractors
Requirements
- Proven experience as a QS on MEP packages, ideally in fit-out or refurbishment
- Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical services costs and procurement
- Experience with subcontract valuations, variations and final accounts
- Ability to travel between Southampton and Bristol
- Valid CSCS card (white or equivalent)
- Strong commercial awareness and communication skills
Desirable
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
- RICS membership or working towards it
- Experience with CostX or similar measurement software
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