Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor Required Local To Leeds!

Our client carries out large, complex MEP engineering project works across the UK and Ireland, delivering leading-edge construction solutions across a range of key sectors including; Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Heritage, Hospitality & Leisure, Life Sciences & Residential through their Major Projects, Facilities Management & Specialist Projects divisions.

The role:

Our client is looking to take on an experienced Quantity Surveyor for Mechanical and Electrical projects. This is a remote role for someone based near Leeds, working from home with occasional Site Visits across Yorkshire and the North West. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and reliable individual who brings enthusiasm and positivity to the team, who also enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Attend pre-contract meetings, liaise with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensure timely completion of agreed actions.
• Contract review and negotiation with Main Contractors / Clients
• Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers on behalf of the company, ensuring competitive pricing and favourable terms.
• Administer construction contracts in line with agreed terms and management of the payment processes.
• Accurately measure and value work completed, ensuring compliance with contract specifications and drawings.
• Prepare regular cost reports and financial statements, tracking project progress and identifying any potential budget deviations.
• Identify and assess potential financial risks associated with projects and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain effective communication with clients, keeping them informed about project costs, progress, and potential changes.
• Collaborate with other team members, including project managers, engineers, and support services to ensure project success.
• Conduct other duties as directed by management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 5 years + post graduate experience in a QS role within the Construction Industry
• Highly motivated hard-working individual who can work on their own or as part of a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills 
• Applicants must have a clean driving license
• Self-motivated, with a ‘can-do’ approach to work and willingness to learn and assist
• Willing to travel to site 1-2 days per week.

Benefits:

• Our client offers flexitime and considers flexible working patterns helping you achieve a positive work-life balance
• Fantastic training both in-house and outsourced including Employee Development Programs.
• Private Health Care and Cash Plan Scheme after 6 months of employment.
• Salary Negotiable Dependant on Experience.
• Company uniform.

If you’re an experienced Quantity Surveyor based local to Leeds looking for work, please apply with your up-to-date CV and call Harry at the office.

This job is being advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, who operate as an employment business throughout the UK.