Total 43 Construction / Property job vacancies in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

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Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Suffolk (covering Ipswich & Norwich)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Salary & Package: Very Competitive

What will you be responsible for?

• Manage all commercial aspects of the assigned project to maximise profitability and cash flow
• Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports
• Work with the Client team to agree valuations and contract variations
• Support the Project team with commercial and contractual expertise
• Sub-Contractor procurement and account management, valuations, re-measures and payment notices

Requirements:

• Experience working for a regional / national contractor as the QS
• Someone who has the ambitions to progress to their career
• Based in Suffolk and or surrounding areas

Quantity Surveyor benefits:

• Flexibility to work between the office, site and home as needed
• Competitive salary and package
• Company car and or allowance
• Employee rewards portal

Are you interested in the opportunity above?

For more information, please contact Sam today.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Your new company
One of the UK's leading building and civils contractors operating throughout the country within a number of key sectors including: Commercial, Highways, Renewable, Water and Marine

Your new role
Senior Quantity Surveyor required to work on one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK based out of the Peterborough area. As part of the role you will manage a team of multi-discipline contractors, multi-disciplined supply chain and encourage collaboration and innovation to be industry leading in commercial management.
Main responsibilities include:

• Achieve the appropriate commercial result for projects through the provision of accurate financial reporting.
• Build and maintain working relationships with the supply chain and clients.
• Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually. Monitor subcontractors against the programme. Negotiate final accounts.
• Develop, manage, and coordinate the procurement schedule.
• Complete measurements and valuations of work executed, ensuring that they meet the conditions of the contract (re-measure as required).
• Monitor project expenditure against budget. Provide analysis of cost over-run and cost projections. Exploring opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.
• Liaise with clients on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
• Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable documentation to clients.
• Create project specific commercial risk and opportunity profiles with measurable controls and allocate responsibility.
• Lead and support a team of Surveyors. This will include people management interventions such as performance management, individual focus reviews, workforce planning and the continuous professional development of the team.
• Mentor and coach your commercial team members in line with Company standards and values, to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals in line with the Company values and behavioural competencies.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in pre- and post-contract experience in a construction commercial management role working on major projects.
• Experience administering NEC form of contract.
• Degree or demonstrable suitable commercial management experience
• Strong understanding of modern Civil Engineering techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues.
• Appreciations of the impact of cost on the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions.
• Strong IT Skills
• Full Manual UK driving licence essential
  
  
  What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Regional Civils and Build contractor with a growing order book. They prioritise client needs, employing a team dedicated to building honest relationships through clear communication. They ensure complete satisfaction from start to finish, with every detail meeting the highest standards. With strong client relationships, both new and returning, showcasing their expertise and driving continuous improvement. Their passion for quality and innovation remains unwavering, ensuring first-class service in every project.
Your new role
Due to expansion, they are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team, reporting in to the Director. Dealing with projects ranging from £400k - £2.5m.
You will be responsible for and not limited to:

• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and financial reports.
• Conduct cost analysis and risk management.
• Oversee procurement processes and manage subcontractor accounts.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Provide accurate and timely financial advice to project teams.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Variations

What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience working on similar projects


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Estimator - Cambridge - £70k-£80k

This Main Contractor are seeking to recruit an Experienced Estimator to join their established team of professionals, based in their Cambridge office. The successful candidate will be joining one of the largest family run construction business dealing with a diverse range of interesting and challenging projects across multiple sectors.

About the role-

- For this role you will need to be ambitious, self motivated and able to work both independently and within our team of like minded individuals. You will have excellent communication skills, both verbally and written, and you will need to hold a clean driving license. You need to be a conscientious, organised and a pro-active team player, highly motivated and committed to achieving company targets and always focused on the task in hand.

Responsibilities-

- Producing cost plans from RIBA stage 0 (elementally on historic data) to stage 3 (fully measured and rated). Ideally the ability to price from first principals

- Taking-off from drawings using Autodesk Design Review to produce detailed cost plans and quantity checks on the produced BQs

- Leading the tender enquiry process

- Allocation of elemental BQ items into works packages

- Subcontractor comparisons & identifying scope gaps

Requirements -

- Good organisation skills

- Computer skills - need to be proficient on Microsoft Office packages. Experience with Causeway and Excel estimating software is desired.

- Excellent spoken and written English

- A good, clear telephone manner is essential as there will be client interface during the course of the daily works, including Teams meetings.

Whats on offer ?

- £70k-£80k

- 25 days holiday

- company car

- Free parking

- Pension scheme

- Career progression

If you want to hear more about this Senior Estimator role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Jess in our London on 07749578587.

JOB TITLE: Property Critical Infrastructure (MEP) Manager - Data Centre
Salary: £57,546 - £63,940
LOCATION(S): Peterborough & Corby
Hours: Full-time
WORKING PATTERN: Flexible working and commuting distance to the data centre to be onsite

The Construction and Standards team are responsible for the design and construction of Group Property's estate. The team consists of construction specialists and provides assurance that the work undertaken to our estate is safe and effective. The team is also responsible for the delivery of a safe, resilient, and sustainable data centre infrastructure. This is essential for the continuity of the Group as a whole, with any disruptions having a direct impact to customers and colleagues.

About this Opportunity

The construction and standards team now seek an MEP Manager to support the successful delivery of all MEP investment across all live construction projects, sustainability investments and ongoing Data Centre operations. The new candidate will be responsible for retaining and building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders and regularly reporting to the line manager on findings and any remedial plans required.

The candidate for this role needs to be based within commuting distance from the principal data centre locations in the East Midlands.

Why Lloyds Banking Group?

We're on an exciting journey and there couldn't be a better time to join us. The investments we're making in our people, data, and technology are leading to innovative projects, fresh possibilities, and countless new ways for our people to work, learn, and thrive.

What you'll be doing

• Attend all internal pre-construction investment steering groups and working group meetings, to assist internal stakeholders with all MEP matters in a clear, concise and jargon free manner.

• Manage all construction technical matters and queries and as a junction between our MEP consultant engineers, framework contractors, and construction oversight partners.

• Be familiar with the groups MEP & construction standards to aid the suppliers in ensuring these are met. Constantly monitor evolving trends and regulations change to ensure standards are current and submit all changes to the lead engineer.

• Dealing with incident management within the groups key data centres and critical buildings. This shall include managing the escalation process to key stakeholders and contributing towards resolutions with the groups supply chain partners. These incidents are rare and may occur out-with normal working hours, therefore a willingness to support the group through these periods is required.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement with the Group's suppliers.

• Chair meeting and liaise with stakeholders and key suppliers. I.e MEP consultant partners.

• Attend alternating project construction meetings to support our framework contractors when required and in parallel with our MEP consultants.

• Manage construction aspects to ensure the site environment, health & safety, wellbeing, quality, and commissioning of the project is reported in a timely manner.

• Identify and mitigate embedded MEP services that impose a risk to project timeline and quality. The ability to identify trends, key issues or critical path risk is fundamental to the role.

• Manage own resources and track progress for reporting to line manager/ lead engineer.

What you'll need

• Significant Industry Experience (required).

• Ideally located in the East Midlands area.

• Relevant bachelor's degree in a property, engineering or construction related field. (required).

• MEP related construction experience essential with a focus on project management.

• Knowledge of building safety legislation, building standards, construction contracts and health and safety requirements essential.

• Experience of working in diverse teams with multiple stakeholders.

• Experience of working with common construction software preferred i.e AutoCAD, BIM, Document Management Portals etc.

• Experience and knowledge of sustainability pledges and the impact on the design and & implementation of M&E systems.

• Experience of working with critical infrastructure to meet the required resiliency.

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We're committed to creating a consciously inclusive workplace where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive and perform at their best.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

As an inclusive employer, we offer Workplace Adjustments for colleagues with a disability (which may include long-term health and neurodivergent conditions) where it is reasonable to do so. This could include flexibility with regards to office attendance, location, and working pattern.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability, you can also apply via our Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Through the DCS, we guarantee to interview a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability, whose application meets the minimum criteria for the advertised job role. We also provide adjustments that are reasonable throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers for applicants with a disability, long-term health condition or neurodivergent condition. If you'd like an adjustment to the recruitment process just let us know.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

• An annual performance-related bonus

• Share schemes including free shares

• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

• 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top

• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

If you're excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.

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My client, a PLC developer based in Peterborough are looking for an experience QS/SQS to look after one of thier new and exciting schemes starting in Littleport, a scheme of 337 units.

You will be responsible for tendering the development all the way through from site start budget to final account. Responsible for accurate CVR reviews on COINS, placing of orders and general cost control and payments.

This is a Hybrid role, where you will be WFH, onsite or at the HQ in Peterborough

Project info

• TTP opportunity, Immediate start
• Exciting new scheme involving new infrastructure, landscaping, open spaces, community and leisure centre
• Great exposure for a hungry QS with a thirst for learning
• Looking to progress to a senior QS
• Working alongside a great team - very hard working but sociable outside of hours
• Fantastic mentors to learn from
• Mixed residential development - traditional build, houses and flats
• 10 years of solid work forecasted - progression to promotions will be encouraged

What you will be doing

• You will be working on a new scheme comprised of roughly 300+ units
• Responsible for procurement of some high risk packages and many low risk packages
• Preparing CVR's
• Will be helping to manage an Assistant QS

Requirements

• At least 6+ years experience working within a QS position in the UK
• An excellent approach to work and professional outlook on the construction industry
• Main contractor/developer experience desired but not essential
• RC Frame experience needed
• Strong references
• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid commercial acumen
• Educated to a degree level or equivalent (BSc Quantity Surveying preferred)

Benefits:

• Paying up £60-£75,000 basic salary
• Highly competitive remuneration package
• Dynamic, forward thinking company
• Strong pipeline of work
• Long term stability and progression

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Our Estates team is for a dedicated maintenance assistant to join them in effective delivering of maintenance services to the mechanical services and assets that underpin the delivery of healthcare services. We offer a full time permanent role based at Hinchingbrooke Hospital with cross site duties to retained estates at Peterborough and Stamford & Rutland Hospital.

You will join a supportive and friendly team of professionals to which you will bring a broad range of skill sets to undertake basic fault finding and conduct routine maintenance to range of mechanical systems.

No formal qualifications are essential, however a thorough understanding of mechanical systems are required along with an attention to detail. You will take pride in the highest standards of work.

You must possess good literacy skills and the ability to work on your own and work as part of the maintenance team to achieve shared goals.

You will interact with a variety of people including staff, service users and visitors and therefore must have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate effectively with a range of people in care environment.

If you are looking to commence a career in estates and facilities services, we are willing to support and invest in you with a tailored career path and to build on your existing skill sets.

You will carry out maintenance, inspection and non-routine repairs on a range of engineering plant and equipment. The plant and equipment includes, drains, low-pressure hot water systems, plumbing systems, pumps, ventilation plant and other mechanical systems.

You will assists maintenance craftsmen in technical aspects of their work including calorifier and boiler strip downs and cleaning and drain clearance.

You will carry out the work at the request of supervision or, in the absence of supervision, at the request of management and you will use your initiative to perform minor repairs or essential emergency work without being told provided it is safe to do so

You will comply with operational, technical and health & safety standards and procedures.

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

Gardener / Horticulturalist with previous gardening experience, using garden and large estate machinery such as a ride on mower, strimmer and tractor, who has excellent interpersonal skills, and a flexible and enthusiastic approach is required for a well-established company based in Cambridge.


SALARY: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits (see below)

LOCATION: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire (CB22)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover commencing October 2024)

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week (On-Call schedule for winter months)


Please note: A current valid full driving licence is essential


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Gardener / Horticulturalist with previous gardening experience, using garden and large estate machinery such as a ride on mower, strimmer and tractor, who has excellent interpersonal skills, and a flexible and enthusiastic approach.

Working as the Gardener / Horticulturalist you will be working within a team who are responsible for maintaining and managing the formal gardens and landscape of the site, ensuring that a complete maintenance service to the Estate is provided.

As the Gardener / Horticulturalist you will use a variety of garden and grounds machinery in order to maintain soft and hard landscape areas.


APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.


DUTIES

Your duties as a Gardener / Horticulturalist will include:

• Provide seasonal maintenance of the estate in accordance with the programme of works as directed by the Head gardener and developed from the management plan

• Tasks to include (but not exclusively) grass cutting, weeding, planting, watering, leaf collecting, hedge cutting

• Use and maintenance of a range of garden and grounds machinery (e.g. ride-on, walk-behind mowers, tractors etc.) as necessary and undertaking of specialist training where required

• Formative and rejuvenative maintenance of deciduous and evergreen trees, shrubs, climbers and hedges

• To support line management in maintaining health and safety in the grounds and gardens to ensure the safety of staff and visitors

• Maintenance of hard landscaped areas, roads and pathways

• Training for the appropriate, timely and safe use of pesticides and other forms of pest control

• General estate maintenance including trees, fencing and conservation etc

• As and when required, assist the Estates Team with the collection of waste

• During the winter months (November – March) the post-holder will be required to be on-call in order to respond to adverse weather conditions. Duties whilst on call, will include: snow clearing and salting/gritting on paths, car parks, roads and building access areas as and when required


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• P.A.1 / P.A.6 Spraying

• City in Guilds/NVQ or equivalent qualification in Horticulture (desirable)

• Previous experience of working as a Gardener

• Experience of using garden machinery (such as driving ride on mowers, using strimmer, walk behind mowers, driving Tractors)

• Experience of using larger estate machinery (e.g. driving tractors)

• An appreciation and commitment to Health and Safety

• Able to comprehend and communicate in the English language to a level appropriate for the position

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Able to prioritise tasks, especially in the absence of the Head Gardener

• Flexible and enthusiastic approach with a positive ‘can do’ attitude

• Willingly provides assistance/support to others

• Dedicated and passionate about delivering the best for customers

• Ability to make independent decisions and solve routine problems

• Self-motivated and adaptable to change

• Willingness to work flexible hours, when required

• Current valid full driving Licence


Company Benefits

• Pension Allowance - 10.5% company contribution and 3% staff contribution
• Holiday Entitlement - 25 days p.a. plus bank Holidays and 3 privilege days for Christmas Shutdown
• Discretional Annual Performance Related Bonus
• Employee Wellbeing Service
• Restaurant Facilities
• Onsite Accommodation (There is currently a waiting list for all types of accommodation)
• Social - Sports & Social Club and onsite Gym
• Nursery and Holiday Playscheme on site (Availability of places is dependent on demand)
• Free Parking (please note that the company actively pursues a green transport policy)

Any offer of employment will be subject to security screening and may be subject to health screening. This is a non-smoking site.


HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge

Job type: Permanent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Assistant / Quantity Surveyor to join a market leading organisation in Cambridge. If you are passionate about the commercial aspects of construction and are looking for an exciting opportunity then this is not to be missed.

This is a great opportunity working for a diverse and supportive team with the right processes in place to aid professional development.

As the Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Complete and submit monthly cost reports
• Produce procurement strategy updates
• Produce Internal/External progress reports alongside developing and implementing internal and external tender stage and delivery strategies
• Agree external valuations upstream/downstream to maintain a positive project cash flow and produce and agree main and subcontract final accounts

What's on offer?

• Market leading salary for the region
• Flexible / agile working
• Car Allowance and or Company Car
• Extensive corporate benefits
• The opportunity to join a leading organisation

Interested in the opportunity above?

Please contact Sam today for more information!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge & Surrounding Areas

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Leading For The Region

Division: UK Construction

I am assisting a leading organisation in the construction space in the search for a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

As the Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Complete and submit monthly cost reports
• Produce procurement strategy updates
• Produce Internal/External progress reports alongside developing and implementing internal and external tender stage and delivery strategies
• Agree external valuations upstream/downstream to maintain a positive project cash flow and produce and agree main and subcontract final accounts
• Report into the Senior Surveyor / Commercial Manager

What's on offer?

• Leading salary for the region
• Flexible working available
• Car Allowance and or Company Car
• Extensive corporate benefits
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression
• A supportive work culture with strong leadership
• The opportunity to work for a leading Tier 1 organisation

Please contact Sam today for more information!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 - Immediate Start

I am assisting my client in the search for a Quantity Surveyor to join the team in the Southeast. As the Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the Commercial team across a variety of projects which will include: Education, Commercial, Healthcare, Leisure and Public and Private Sector.

The Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the projects are delivered within budget and to the highest quality, exceeding customer expectations.
• Work closely with the project team and senior commercial staff to ensure budgeted targets are met.
• Establish strong working relationships with supply chain, consultants, and customers.
• Assist in accurately valuing, certifying and issuing payment notices for supply chain partners in accordance with contract arrangement.
• Ensure external valuations are submitted in accordance with conditions of the main contract and that payments are received by the due date.
• Complete cost value comparison reports that accurately reflect the current position on site and the final projection.
• Identify any potential disputes in a timely manner and enable introduction of effective solutions.

To be considered:

• HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent.
• Proven experience as the QS with a main contractor.
• Negotiating and networking skills.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Good team working skills.

If you feel your experience suits the above requirements then please follow the link to apply with an up to date copy of your CV.

Alternatively, please contact Sam today!

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

IMMEDIATE START

M&E Quantity Surveyor, Cambridgeshire, c£400 a day - Main Contractor experience

Are you an established M&E Quantity Surveyor with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector.
Would you relish the opportunity to work with one of the UK's most prestigious Main contractors?
Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard on a M&E package of around £25M.Working with contractors and extensive knowledge of Design and Build contracts would be advantageous as would experience of Pre and post contract projects through from conception to final account handover.

Preferably with experience within the Data Centre, healthcare and hospitals sector.

As one of the UK's leading recruiters, Fawkes & Reece specialises in all areas of Building Services and M&E, from M&E Quantity Surveyors, M&E Estimators, M&E Project managers, M&E Managers, M&E Project and M&E Design Engineers, M&E Coordinators and CAD Draughtsman.
For the latest "Building Services" opportunities in your area contact Steve Snelling at Fawkes and Reece London

Your new company
One of the UK's leading 5 star house builders who pride themselves on high quality homes with offices and projects throughout the UK and offering the chance for a great career
Your new role
An exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on a fantastic long-term scheme in Cambridge, delivering 200+ units per year. As part of the commercial team, you will predominately be based on site with a day in the office and another at home.
You will be required to effectively manage costs for the site, and ensure targets are met by managing and controlling the budget and valuations, including monthly updating of the estimated final costs, show absolute cost and value reconciliation. Responsible for managing all sub-contractor procedures and processes, and materials and goods if necessary, whilst always ensuring compliance with Group Policies and Procedures. Value engineer all trades, ensuring that we are always one step ahead of the market.

Duties include:

• Maintain all cost control procedures, and working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures
• Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required. Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practise and NHBC requirements.
• Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation
• Contribute to the conceptual designs/options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted values
• Maintain budget control throughout development; and manage cost overruns within contingency levels
• Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development
• Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems available
• Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials, using Group Procedures
• Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval
• Process Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Excel and Group payment system (COINS) in line with Group policy and procedures
• Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respective allowances
• Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ
• Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivity
• Attend all project and team meetings as required, and present the Commercial position to the meeting
• Be responsible for accurately controlling all commercial aspects and responsibilities.
• Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g. Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes etc.

What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience working on large scale residential developments


What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge

Package: £45,000 - £60,000 + package

As the Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be working within the commercial team on a number of exciting projects in Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Senior Surveyor / Commercial Manager
• Administration of subcontract works packages
• Assist in the production and issue of commercial notices, to both the Client and Subcontractors
• Provide information to the Commercial team

Requirements:

• Experience working for a UK main contractor
• Ambitions to progress your career
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and bespoke packages
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads and can work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake training and development
• Experience working on projects from £5m - £20m

This is your chance today to join a global leader in Construction who successfully delivers over 70,000 projects each year which is astonishing.

You'll have the opportunity to contribute to ground-breaking projects, using the very latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills and take your career in the right direction.

Please contact Sam for more information.

Randstad Construction Property Engineering is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.