Total 8 job vacancies by Fawkes & Reece

Project Quantity Surveyor

Civil Engineering - Preston

Due to a period of growth, we are excited to be recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor to work in our prestigious Civil Engineering business

About the role of Project Quantity Surveyor

Reporting to the Senior / Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be a fundamental member of the team with a range of responsibilities, such as managing the procurement, commercial and contractual aspects in relation to construction projects. The key areas you will be concentrating on will be the procurement of sub-contractors, preparation and submission of external applications for payment, identification, pricing and agreement of change, valuation and agreement of sub-contractor accounts and the commercial management of projects. This is an exciting time for our client, we want you to be a valued member of the team whilst working on a range of varied projects and supporting our clients.

Responsibilities for Project Quantity Surveyor

• Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.
• Comply with Company rules, policies and procedures at all times including those relating to data protection and information security
• Carry out any other reasonable tasks which may be required from time to time and to enable the company to remain adaptable to changing markets and needs
• Management of sub-contractor procurement.
• Attend sub-contractor Pre-Contract meetings.
• Preparation of formal sub-contract Agreements.
• Measurement of works.
• Management of legal issues and disputes.
• Management of important commercial issues.
• Management of sub-contractor interim accounts.
• Agreement of sub-contractor final accounts.
• Budgetary control including monitoring of costs and the prompt identification and management of overspend.
• Submission of monthly CVR
• Submission of monthly Profit and Loss reports.
• Preparation and presentation of Commercial and Post-Contract Reviews.
• Management and submission of external Applications for Payment.
• Identification, pricing and settlement of Compensation Events, variations and additional works.
• Agreement of Client final accounts.
• Supervision and training of junior members of staff.
• Attendance at staff appraisals.
• Convene and attend internal team meetings.
• Attend Client and Design meetings as required.
• Convene and attend sub-contractor meetings as required.

Requirements for Project Quantity Surveyor

It is essential that you hold a BSc, NVQ4 or MSc qualification along with a relevant CSCS card. You will be an excellent communicator and have the ability to motivate and influence with ease. In addition, you will be a natural problem solver with exceptional commercial acumen and confident decision maker. It is essential that you have a solid understanding of construction techniques and processes, along with an excellent understanding of various forms of Method of Measurement and standard engineering contracts as well as having the appreciation and willingness to adopt Value engineering principles. Finally, you will have excellent IT skills; enjoy working in a positive and thriving environment.

We have specialised in delivering vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, structures, hydropower and rail for more than 25 years. With our commitment to quality, professionalism, safety and integrity, we have delivered a comprehensive range of projects for a diverse range of public and private sector clients.

Our experienced, award-winning team works in true collaboration with all our partners to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet their project delivery targets with exceptional results - on time, within budget and to a high standard. Our long-standing client relationships are a testament to their expertise, innovation and first class project delivery. We always aim to deliver both an exceptional project and a lasting positive legacy

What we Offer for Project Quantity Surveyor

We pay a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. We are passionate about career development and expect you to help others to achieve their aspirations

• £50,000 - £60,000 p/a base salary
• £6150 car allowance & free on-site parking
• Hybrid working - 2 days per week WFH
• Generous Annual leave allowance + Bank holidays
• 6.5% employer contribution pension scheme
• Private Medical care
• On-site Gym
• Learning, training, up-skilling, and Development opportunity
• Recognition and Awards

If you want to hear more about this outstanding Project Quantity Surveyor opportunity with one of the Leading Civil Engineering contractors of the North, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV!

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Preston

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established Regional Contractor who have been operating for over 60 years and due to their continued success and growth they are now looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

The role - Quantity Surveyor

As a Quantity Surveyor you will be a key part of the team and will be working closely with the Senior QS & Commercial Manager to deliver both new build and refurbishment contracts across Lancashire and Greater Manchester.

They work on a variety on projects in the healthcare and education sectors with projects ranging in value from £1m - £15m and you will be responsible for the following duties (Including but not limited to):

• Cost reporting.
• Preparation and valuation of progress and submission to client.
• Sub-contract procurement including sending out enquiries, collating prices, negotiation, order placement.
• Sub-contract valuations and payments in connection with any contract.
• Preparation of internal cost reporting measures.
• Maintaining quality control procedures.
• Preparation of bills and/or schedules for quantities of materials.

Requirements as a Quantity Surveyor?

• Have a degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying
• Main Contracting experience is preferable
• At least 2 years post graduate experience

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary/package as well as the following benefits:

• 26 Days Holiday + Statutory
• Pension
• Private Healthcare
• Continued Professional Development Programme
• Car Allowance

If you want to hear more about this Quantity Surveying role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Tom in our Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Pre-Construction Manager

Civil Engineering - Preston

Highways, Public Realms, Bridges, Infrastructure, Water

£65,000 - £70,000 p/a and £6450 car allowance

Are you a Pre-Construction Manager with experience in the civil engineering industry? Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for a prominent civil engineering contractor based in Preston. Working across various multi-million £ Frameworks across the Northwest of England involved in Public realm, Water, Highways, Bridges, and more!

Pre-Construction Manager Key Accountabilities

• Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director
• Produce tender stage programmes working alongside the estimators,
• Create, manage, update and maintain an internal report detailing progress of all live projects
• Liaise with Project Teams to update programmes based on progress
• Develop and manage project programmes
• Where Compensation Events / Variations are identified, liaise with Project Teams and Commercial
• Provide high-level programme extracts to Project Teams for delivery and reporting purposes
• Contribute to discussion on phasing, approach and methodology of works on site
• Review post-contract performance of projects with the Project Team

Skills and Knowledge

• Appropriate industry qualification, e.g. HND or NVQ3.
• Industry background and experience working as a planner - ideally in excess of 5 years experience in a civil engineering environment (Highways and/or Rail preferably)
• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages. (ASTA Powerproject mandatory, Primvera P6 preferred, Microsoft Project)
• Understanding and appreciation of the requirements on NEC3 / 4 Contracts
• Clear, concise oral and written communications, internally and externally
• Information management skills
• Ability to quickly digest information
• Ability to motivate and influence people
• Time management skills

Package on Offer

• £65,000 - £70,000 p/a
• £6450 car allowance
• Hybrid working 2 days per week WFH
• 40 hours per week (+early Friday finish)
• Flexible hours
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
• Fantastic Progression, support, and training opportunities
• Low turn over company

For Applications, more information, a Full Job description, or a conversation with the recruiter for this position, Apply and send a copy of your CV.

If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for a new role in the North West this is a great opportunity to join a leading and established Main Contractor who are looking for a driven and passionate individual to join their team.

The company have been established for over 100 years and specialise in a variety of sectors including the commercial, education, health, industrial, residential and leisure sectors with project ranging in value from £5m - £50m.

Due to their continued success and a healthy pipeline of work they are now looking for an Assistant QS to join their team in Preston, working on projects across Greater Manchester & Lancashire.

The role - Assistant QS

As an Assistant QS you will be working on a large £17.4m educational project in Lancashire and will be reporting into the Senior QS.

You will be a key part of the team and you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the commercial team.
• Prepare variations/valuations.
• Prepare s/c valuations.
• Attend site client meetings.
• Liaise with Site M
• Maintaining site records, control documents.
• Measuring progress on site.
• Consider risk & opportunity.
• Assist with CVR's as required for larger value works.
• Produce for small value projects and report to SQS/MQS.
• Timely application/invoices in line with client schedule.
• Understand & assist in the implementation of the commercial strategy.
• Involved with & take some responsibility on traditional contracts.

Required Experience

• Completed or currently undertaking a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HND/HNC Upwards).

• Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools.
• Able to manipulate, manage/interrogate data.
• Be fully conversant with the use of the Standard Method of Measurement.

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary and package which includes:

• Private medical healthcare.
• Pension up to 6%.
• Travel expenses covered.
• 25 days + bank holidays.
• A fully funded learning and development program which is customisable to your career.
• Health & wellness program.
• A profit share scheme and much more.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information about the role please call the Fawkes & Reece Bolton office on 01204 554 884 and ask for Tom.

If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for a new role in the North West this is a great opportunity to join a leading and established Main Contractor who are looking for a driven and passionate individual to join their team.

The company have been established for over 100 years and specialise in a variety of sectors including the commercial, education, health, industrial, residential and leisure sectors with project ranging in value from £5m - £50m.

Due to their continued success and a healthy pipeline of work they are now looking for an Assistant QS to join their team in Preston, working on projects across Greater Manchester & Lancashire.

The role - Assistant QS

As an Assistant QS you will be working on a large £17.4m educational project in Lancashire and will be reporting into the Senior QS.

You will be a key part of the team and you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support the commercial team.
• Prepare variations/valuations.
• Prepare s/c valuations.
• Attend site client meetings.
• Liaise with Site Management.
• Maintaining site records, control documents.
• Measuring progress on site.
• Consider risk & opportunity.
• Assist with CVR's as required for larger value works.
• Produce for small value projects and report to SQS/MQS.
• Timely application/invoices in line with client schedule.
• Understand & assist in the implementation of the commercial strategy.
• Involved with & take some responsibility on traditional contracts.

Required Experience

• Completed or currently undertaking a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HND/HNC Upwards).
• Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools.
• Able to manipulate, manage/interrogate data.
• Be fully conversant with the use of the Standard Method of Measurement.

What's on offer?

They are offering an excellent basic salary and package which includes:

• Private medical healthcare.
• Pension up to 6%.
• Travel expenses covered.
• 25 days + bank holidays.
• A fully funded learning and development program which is customisable to your career.
• Health & wellness program.
• A profit share scheme and much more.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information about the role please call the Fawkes & Reece Bolton office on 01204 554 884 and ask for Tom.

Are you an experienced Pre-Construction Manager who is looking for a new role with an established and respected Main Contractor?

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the leading Regional Contractors in the North West who have a healthy order book for the future. They are an established and respected contractor who take pride in the quality of their developments and have a number of repeat clients across Lancashire & Greater Manchester.

Due to their continued success and growth within the business they are looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to join their team in Lancashire.

Areas of expertise include the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Heritage & Leisure with projects valued anywhere between £5m - £50m.

The role - Pre-Construction Manager

As a Pre-Construction Manager you will be a key part of the team and will be Heading up/managing the Estimating team and Bid Writing Teams to manage the pre-construction activities for upcoming projects across Lancashire and Greater Manchester.

The company work on a variety of projects both in the public and private sectors with projects ranging in value from £5m - £20m.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Work with MD/CEO to agree on which opportunities to tender.
• Manage Framework submissions.
• Allocate Tenders to the estimating team.
• Regularly update Tender Workload tracker.
• Analyse project specifications, drawings and other documentation to fully understand scope of works/risks.
• Allocate quality submission questions to relevant members of staff.
• Work closely with the bid team to compile and produce the best quality bid submission.
• Determine construction methodology with the estimating team.
• Represent the business at meetings/site visits.
• Provide assistance to the Estimating team to compile a set of Prelims.
• Attend tender settlement meetings.
• Mentoring the estimating apprentices (3 monthly meetings with UCLan).
• Ensure CRM database is regularly updated.

Required Skills/experience

• Ideally have an estimating or commercial background
• Experience working on similar projects
• Prior experience working within or managing pre-construction teams

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert or for more information about the role please feel free to call the Fawkes & Reece Bolton office on 01204 554 884.

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with estimating experience looking for your next job opportunity?

A regional D&B Contractor have a requirement for a Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their business based in Lancashire.

The company is a privately owned, bespoke building contractor providing professional architectural design, planning, and full construction services operating as principal contractor on complex, bespoke residential new build, extension, and refurbishment projects ranging from £150k - £1.5m.

The successful individual will be responsible for all day-to-day tasks associated with project estimating, project cost control, BOQ production, cost management and monitoring, cost planning, monthly cost reporting and client billing. Duties to include:

" Initial meeting with client and assessing project scope
" Producing accurate measures & take offs for projects
" Producing estimates & tenders for new projects
" Produce and update procurement schedules for all projects
" Prepare the required documents to issue to subcontractors to enable them to tender effectively packages
" Identify appropriate subcontractors for all aspects of works
" Prepare client cost reports and billing
" Manage and monitor variations and changes
" Assist in the financial appraisal of new opportunities
" Work closely with architects and other professionals
" Monitor costs and expenditure across the construction process

Qualifications

" Extensive experience of managing cost on projects within residential sector
" Skills in Estimating, Cost Control, BOQ, Cost Management, and Cost Forecasting and Planning
" Experienced in creating detailed cost reports
" Solid experience in the construction industry
" Experience of JCT & D&B contracts
" Educated as a minimum to HNC/HND/Degree level (or equivalent)
" Experience of Pre-Qualification and Tendering process for complex bespoke projects

The Person

Successful candidates will have stable careers, along with previous experience working on bespoke residential new build, conversion, and refurbishment projects, and will be able to oversee the cost management on several projects at any one time.

This is fantastic opportunity to join a business that can offer a long-term career with opportunities for career progression and help develop the team and the wider business.

How to apply

If you are interested in this permanent position and would like to be considered for the role, please contact at Deena at Fawkes & Reece for further information or apply via the link below.

We have a great opportunity available for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an award winning, successful Contractor on a permanent basis who have been established for a number of years and have experienced a sustained period of growth.

The company work within the Social Housing sector and have a number of live contracts within retrofit/decarbonisation of tenanted properties across the region, up to the value of approximately £5m.

They are looking for an experienced QS to join their close knit team. This will be working across approximately 4-5 contracts (JCT form) across the Cumbria and North East region, based from the company's Lancashire offices.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, your duties will include:

• • Prepare and monitor cash flow forecast for designated projects
  • Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to the Client/Client's representative
  • Prepare CVRs for the Management team
  • Submit invoices for certified value and ensure payments are received on time
  • Value and authorise payments to subcontractors
  • Liaise with Contract Managers to establish the project specification and requirements
  • Liaise with Contractors, Suppliers and the Client to establish project specification and requirements
  • Attend and contribute to meetings with work colleagues and or Clients/Customers when necessary
  • Monitor the contract progress, assess and report any changes that may affect project costs and or time scale
  • Assist in the control of individual contract budgets
  • Ensure all necessary contract documentation / reports are accurate and produced on time.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a stable and progressive career history as a Quantity Surveyor.

Ideally, the successful candidate will come from a Social Housing background, ideally with some experience working within renewables/energy efficiency projects. Alternatively, candidates with a plumbing background may also be suitable for the role.

The salary is negotiable, depending on your experience. The company also offer an attractive package.

If you are interested in the vacancy and would like to apply, please send a copy of your CV via following the link below.