Total 4 job vacancies by Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Job Specification: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester (with occasional travel across the UK)
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Benefits: Vehicle, fuel card, pension, 21 days holiday

Company Overview:
A well-established main contractor based in Oldham, specializing in refurbishments and fit-outs across the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors. The company works on a diverse range of projects, with a focus on public sector works including schools, universities, hospitals, and government buildings. Their portfolio ranges from smaller works around £50K to large-scale refurbishments up to £5M.

They are now looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team, with a strong commercial background to support the company's growth, especially in the local council sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
Contractual Management:
Lead on contractual obligations and ensure all terms are adhered to, managing all contract documentation and correspondence.
Commercial Awareness & Value Engineering:
Apply strong commercial acumen to maximise project value, manage costs, and identify value engineering opportunities to improve project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Claims Management:
Oversee and manage any claims or variations, negotiating with clients, contractors, and subcontractors to resolve disputes in a timely manner.
Project Cost Control:
Monitor and control project budgets, including preparing cost estimates and final accounts. Although there will be some estimating duties, the role is primarily focused on cost management rather than detailed estimation.
Client Liaison:
Work closely with clients, ensuring communication is maintained throughout the project lifecycle and that the projects are delivered within scope, time, and budget.
Compliance & Risk Management:
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and manage project risk by identifying and mitigating potential issues.
Travel Requirements:
While the majority of projects are based within the North West, you will be required to travel occasionally to other locations across the UK, including for site visits and meetings.

Requirements:
Experience:
Significant experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, ideally with a background in main contracting and working on refurbishment and fit-out projects. Experience in the education, healthcare, and public sector is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong commercial and contractual awareness, with the ability to navigate complex contract details, manage claims, and implement value engineering strategies.

Qualifications:
A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying is preferred, although not essential if you have proven experience in a similar role.
Driving License:
A full, clean UK driving license is essential for this role, as the role will require occasional travel to various sites.
Location Flexibility:
Based in the Oldham area or nearby, with the ability to travel across the North West and further afield for site visits and client meetings.
Desirable Attributes:
Ability to understand and address the potential impact of projects on local communities, particularly for public sector works.
Proactive in identifying cost-saving opportunities and resolving issues before they escalate.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage relationships with both clients and subcontractors.
A background in managing Government-funded works and refurbishments is highly beneficial.

What We Offer:
Competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience).
Company vehicle and fuel card for business use.
Generous pension scheme.
21 days holiday.
Opportunity to work on a wide variety of exciting and impactful projects in the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Lancashire
Alternative Location Considered: Leicester Office (Midlands-based QS)
Salary: Flexible DOE (£50K - £60K Region)
Company Overview: A Multi-disciplinary Property and Construction Contractor

Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our newly established Lancashire office. You will be working alongside a strong commercial team, many of whom come from tier 1 backgrounds. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing office, contributing to projects across a variety of sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage and oversee the financial aspects of construction projects ranging from £500K to £12M in value.
Work on both Frameworks and Competitive tenders, ensuring accurate pricing and cost management.
Engage in a wide variety of work, including Facilities Management (FM), extensions, minor builds, and major projects.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Conduct site visits and liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships.
Provide detailed cost plans, estimates, and financial reports.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
Contribute to the preparation and submission of tenders.

Sectors Covered:
Commercial
Healthcare
Local Councils
Education

Requirements:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally in the North West, though Midlands-based candidates will also be considered.
Strong background in working on Frameworks and Competitive tenders.
Familiarity with project values ranging from £500K to £12M.
Experience in FM and major projects, with a demonstrated ability to manage a diverse range of work.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Strong financial acumen and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.

Benefits:
Competitive salary, flexible based on experience.
Opportunity to join a newly opened office and contribute to its growth.
Work with a strong commercial team from tier 1 backgrounds.
Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors.
Professional development opportunities.
Perks you would expect from a tier 1 contractor

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Specification: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Blackpool

Overview:
We are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team in Blackpool. The ideal candidate will come from a shop fitting background and will work within the fast-track food and beverage sector. This role offers a great opportunity for career progression and development within a strong commercial team.

Key Responsibilities:

Quantity Surveying:
Perform take-offs and prepare quantities for various projects.
Conduct Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
Visit sites as required for measurements and assessments.
Undertake remeasures and prepare bills of quantities.
Collaborate closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Estimating:
Assist with estimating duties when needed.
Support in the preparation of detailed and accurate cost estimates.
Help with the preparation of tender documents.

Requirements:
Ideally from a shop fitting background.
Experience in quantity surveying and some exposure to estimating.
Proficient in using Excel and other relevant software.
Ability to work alongside a Senior Quantity Surveyor and within a strong commercial team.
Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to visit and assess sites when required.

Benefits:
Competitive salary between £32,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.
Structured environment conducive to career progression.
Opportunity to work within a well-placed commercial team.
Company car or car allowance.
pension, healthcare, holidays.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Description Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Position

Reports to: Managing Quantity Surveyor

Based at: Preston Office - Sites across the Northwest

Job Purpose Summary:
To ensure the commercial and contractual performance of designated projects is correctly managed and to ensure the company objectives are achieved or exceeded in respect of profitability and cashflow, in accordance with company procedures and core values.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Undertake all commercial and contractual requirements on the designated projects in accordance with the company procedures and processes, ensuring sound financial performance including profitability, cashflow, and managing risks and opportunities.
Preparation of accurate and detailed monthly cost reports for review with the Managing Quantity Surveyor.
Good working knowledge and application of Main Contract and Sub-Contract Forms and Standard Method of Measurement.
Preparing and agreeing Monthly Valuations, including valuing variations and forecast final account.
Appointment of Subcontractors in accordance with Company Procedures, including procurement and account management including valuations, payment notices and agreement of final accounts.
To work closely with Contracts Management to ensure all required site records and correspondence are completed in accordance with the specific Contract requirements and Company Procedures.
Maintain close working relationship with the client and design team to assist in the success of the project.
Liaise with Contracts Management to review and monitor project costs whilst achieving high standards of quality and health and safety.
Devise and implement strategies to maintain or exceed the company objectives discussing ideas with the Managing Quantity Surveyor.
Provide project specific feedback to Estimating / Buying / Planning as appropriate.

Key Skills and Knowledge:
Good working knowledge of all aspects of the Quantity Surveying process gained with a number of years relevant contracting experience from working on numerous varied construction projects.
Strong commercial acumen.
Good working knowledge of construction methods and materials and their commercial implications.
Problem solving and analytical skills.
Good numeracy & IT skills.
Ability to carry out the role independently on a number of projects, with more technical / complex tasks reviewed with Managing Quantity Surveyor.
Good attention to detail; methodical and organised.
Communicate and liaise with all staff to provide a teamwork approach to problem solving and carrying out tasks.
Good understanding of project management methods and the ability to influence project specific procedures with Contracts Management.
Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
Comfortable with deadlines and able to co-ordinate activities effectively to meet required deadlines.

Salary and Package:
£45,000 - £55,000 DOE.
Healthcare.
Pension.
Holidays.
Car Allowance or Company Car.
Other company benefits.
Career progression.

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.