Total 3 Construction / Property job vacancies in West Point, New York

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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We have a great opportunity for a Night Shift Construction Manager working with a fit out contractor in Central London on a project due to run for circa 9-10 months.

The Projects are valued circa £500K-£3M and tend to be fit out projects. You will be responsible for managing the site and will have to be quite an expert in logistics and they will include some external works also.

You will be reporting to the Project Manager daily. Whilst managing the site, you must also be maintaining a high standard of health & safety while ensuring the project is completed on time and within budget.

The project is working in a live environment throughout the day thus the need for a night manager to come in and push the programme at night, it is essential that the manager is a programme pusher. The project will involve, Alterations, Welding, Hot works meaning H&S is an absolute must.

The ideal Site Manager must have:

• Have CAT A / B Fit Out experience
• Longevity in roles with some of the contractors in the industry
• Have experience in delivering commercial fit outs
• Major experience in M+E
• Experience and understanding of the floor plate of the building
• Understanding of programmes and ability to handle minutes efficiently
• Experience successfully running fit out projects as a Site Manager on commercial projects
• Interpersonal skills so you can get on with the rest of the team
• SMSTS, First Aid, Fire Marshall and Black Card/NVQ Level 6 certs

What's in it for you as the Site Manager on this project?

• Opportunity to work with a respected contractor
• Competitive rate
• An opportunity for on-going freelance work with an established Fit out contractor
• Excellent team culture

Apply today or for more information email your CV to zgrandysmith@frlondon.co.uk or call 07542024897