Total 5 Construction / Property job vacancies in Birmingham, B21 9RY

Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Location:
West Midlands
Office and site-based split

Salary:
£40,000 - £65,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)

About the Role:
Due to an increase in workload and continued interest from blue-chip retail companies, we are seeking an additional Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join our growing team. The successful candidate will work across various projects, primarily within the healthcare sector, and will be responsible for providing cost management expertise alongside estimating duties.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially aware professional looking to further their career in a dynamic and growing team. You will be involved in both office-based tasks and site visits, ensuring smooth project delivery and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Estimating Duties:
Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for various healthcare sector projects.
Review tender documents and specifications, ensuring comprehensive and accurate pricing.
Assist in the preparation of bids and proposals, including quantity take-offs and cost analysis.
Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain accurate pricing and ensure that estimates are realistic and achievable.
Quantity Surveying Duties:
Manage all commercial aspects of the project, from inception through to final accounts.
Prepare and monitor cost reports, budget forecasts, and cash flow projections.
Ensure accurate valuations and claims are submitted in a timely manner.
Provide cost advice and support to project teams, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and to the required quality standards.
Liaise with clients and contractors to resolve any commercial issues and implement cost control measures.
Site Visits:
Attend site visits to ensure the work is progressing within budget and to the required specification.
Monitor and manage costs on-site, ensuring that any variations or changes are recorded and priced accurately.
Client Liaison:
Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Provide advice and guidance on cost-effective solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with estimating duties, preferably within the healthcare sector.
Strong understanding of construction processes, cost management, and tendering procedures.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with construction contracts, project finance, and cost control measures.
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Experience in using estimating and cost management software (e.g., Conquest, BuildSoft, or similar).
Full UK driving license and flexibility to travel across England, and occasionally to Scotland and Wales.

Desirable Skills:
Experience in healthcare sector projects is highly advantageous.
Knowledge of building regulations and healthcare-specific construction standards.

Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience (£40K - £65K).
Opportunity for career progression in a growing team.
Exposure to high-profile blue-chip clients and challenging healthcare projects.
Mix of office and site-based duties.

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

Your New Company
Your new company is a large multidisciplinaryconsultancy seeking two experienced M&E Quantity Surveyor to join theirBirmingham Team. You will be working with both Public andPrivate sector clients on a variety of projects which include Residential,Commercial, Industrial and Civil Services.
Your New Role

• Cost planning.
• Cost-in-use studies.
• Advising on and implementing procurement strategies.
• Preparing tender documentation and managing the tender process, including designing tender marking schemes.
• Delivering high quality services and ensuring that cost management deliverables meet Customers' requirements.
• Managing projects to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with the business procedures.
• Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates and option studies.
• Evaluating and reporting on tenders.
• Valuing completed work and arranging for payments.
• Settling final accounts.
• Providing technical advice on legal and contractual issues relating to construction projects.
• Producing and presenting reports to Customers.
• Mentoring and coaching employees to their full potential.

You may need to undertake other duties as may be required to achieve objectives.What you'll need to succeed

• Quantity Surveying Degree or similar
• Minimum 5 years' experience
• Cost management experience working towards chartership
• Knowledge and practical experience of cost estimating and planning
• Cohesive knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Practical knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies
• Knowledge and experience of post-contract cost management tasks

What you'll get in return

• Salary up to £55k DOE
• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements

What you need to do now
Does this sound likesomething you would be interested in or would like to discuss? If so, pleaseclick 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Please read the Job Description. Person Specification, and outline of the Apprentice Qualification document to gain a greater understanding of how you meet this role. Please ensure that when you are answering the questions which ask you explain how you meet the qualification, experience, and personal qualities you explain in detail how you meet them. It is not sufficient to say you meet them, we need to understand how. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Derryth Palmer (Training, Leadership & Early Years Manager) on derryth.palmer@nhs.net

Are you an exceptional Quantity Surveying professional that is both technically skilled and commercially aware? Do you have further experience in the affordable housing sector? Let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity for a Head of Building Surveying to provide consultancy services to a range of customers as part of a growing housing, construction, technical services, and asset management services consultancy. This permanent role is offered on a hybrid working basis.

The objective of the role will be to work with an experienced technical services team to deliver a wide range of progressive project work whilst helping to successfully execute property assets and constructions projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing the most appropriate pricing method and models for projects and frameworks; quality check cost models; provide cost estimates prior to procurements; maintain a register of benchmark prices; the creation, review an critique of contract documentation; prepare tenders, bill of quantities, work schedules, specifications and schedules of rates; understand and undertake duties in relation to CDM regulations; identify and mitigate risk; keep abreast of relevant legislation and market news; and act as a driven member of an in0-hosue consultancy team committed to delivering high quality and cost effective solutions to customers.

Must Have

• An exceptional track record in the construction industry, with commercial experience of pre and post contract Quantity Surveying.
• Experience of construction and commercial Project Management in new developments, redevelopments, maintenance, and other forms construction to include CDM Regulations, and Health & Safety.
• Experience of working with the Social Housing sector, either directly or with a supplier, covering Asset Management, Construction, and Technical Services.
• Experience of writing and working with Complex Building Specifications & Pricing Models, as well as technical specification development, legal & contractual documentation, and construction service contracts.
• Experience of Property Maintenance, Decent Homes, and Property Defects & Remediation.

Nice to Have

• Experience of managing procurement projects for construction or asset management.
• Experience of the legal regulatory framework around housing maintenance.
• Detailed experience of residential development in the affordable housing sector.
• Preparing and delivering business plans and projects in pre-construction.
• A relevant subject matter degree, HNC, or certification(s), and/or certification in a related discipline such CIOB, RICS, CIAT.

As an individual you will be an excellent communicator, adept at liaising at all levels with a variety of stakeholders. You will also be highly analytical with a keen eye for problem solving and meticulous record keeping. This role is hybrid based, split 50/50 between with time spent working from home, an office in central Birmingham, and travel to customer sites for which you will receive an essential car users' allowance and costs catered for. This is an exciting time to join the organisation and your contribution will certainly be felt, in return you will receive a very competitive salary and benefits package with a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, and health insurance. Interview slots are available, so please apply without delay.

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Your new company
You will be joining a multi-sector contractor based in Birmingham operating across the power, renewable energy, civil and infrastructure sectors. This organisation has a strong pipeline of work and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Producing and providing accurate forecasts of project costs to completion/final value
• Managing subcontractor accounts
• Monitoring cash flow and valuation plans
• Managing subcontractor tender processes
• Providing accurate reports of costs and values on the projects.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:

• Experience at an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor level
• Good working knowledge of JCT, NEC3 and/or NEC4 form of contracts
• Sound interpersonal and organisational skills.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• A starting salary of up to £55k/annum (negotiable depending on experience)
• Car allowance
• 34 days' annual leave
• Matched company pension contribution
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Opportunity to grow and advance your career with a leading contractor
• Exposure to high-profile projects and more.

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

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited 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