Total 62 Construction / Property job vacancies in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, SG8 6LG

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds - some remote working available, with travel to the office required

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time - flexible hours available if desired, just let us know

Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our client Natural Resources and Nuclear team based in Bury St Edmunds. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in the delivery of key commercial objectives, ensuring profitability and cash collection while providing valuable commercial advice to operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that business targets and client KPIs are exceeded, identifying and resolving problems at an early stage
• Produce and provide cash flow forecasts, budgets, and financial and contractual performance forecasts to the management team and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and disseminate budgets, ensuring that managers are briefed and able to monitor and react to budget variances.
• Review monthly CVRs with the team prior to submission to the Managing Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager, ensuring compliance with business timescales and utilization of commercial and administrative systems, budgets, and cost control procedures.
• Operate risk and opportunity schedules as live documents, developing mitigation measures where risks are identified.

This role is ideal for you if you:

•      Have experience at a senior level in a relevant industry or equivalent.
•      Possess an appropriate qualification and have sound commercial and business knowledge.
•      Have a thorough understanding of the NEC suite of contracts or similar.
•      Possess excellent IT skills, specifically within Microsoft Office and similar software.

Benefits:

• Holiday entitlement - 26 days plus bank holidays
• Pension Scheme with an input of 4.5 to 7.5%
• Life Assurance at 4 times the annual salary
• 24/7 GP service, this provides you and your family with fast and unlimited access to a virtual GP surgery from anywhere in the world!
• Flexible Benefits - you can pick and choose the ones that mean the most to you, this can include additional life assurance for you and your partner, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, health care cash plan, personal accident insurance, Halford's car scheme which includes tyre changes and MOT offers, tech scheme, winners club and many more
• Employee Share Plan

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Today!

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge

Job type: Permanent

Salary: Leading + Package for the region

I am assisting a major construction organisation in the search for a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. If you are passionate about the commercial aspects of construction and are looking for an exciting opportunity within the industry then come and join the team today.

This is a great opportunity to progress your career working for a diverse and supportive 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.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary for the region.
• Flexible working.
• Car Allowance and or Company Car.
• Extensive corporate benefits.
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.

How to apply?

Please apply directly to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV.

Please contact Sam today for more information!

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

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £50k - £64k + Excellent Benefits + £2,500 car allowance

The Client:

Our client is a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy firm, offering wide range of services in construction & property across the UK.

The Role:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in cost management, tender document preparation, and client liaison.

Responsibilities:

- Conducting benchmarking and feasibility assessments.

- Crafting thorough budget estimates and cost plans.

- Drafting preliminaries and general conditions for tender documents.

- Conducting tender evaluations and compiling reports.

- Preparing interim valuation recommendations.

- Delivering comprehensive cost management services pre and post contract.

- Providing clear and concise advice to clients through reports and emails.

- Attending meetings with clients, contractors, and fellow consultants.

Requirements:

- Previously worked as a Quantity Surveyor or in a similar role.

- Background in cost management.

- Strong knowledge of construction technology.

- Hold a MRICS chartered status.

- Attention to detail and effective communication skills.

- Commitment to continuing professional development.

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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Our client based in Cambridgeshire are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial team as soon as possible.

This is a full time, temporary position working within the Public Sector and the ideal candidate must have experience working on NEC Projects.

The purpose of the role is to provide Quantity Surveying and estimating services in order to meet the requirements of the Council and other clients whilst demonstrating value for money. Ensure all costs are recorded and income recovered, annual turnover circa. £80m, individual works orders from £100 to £20m. For NEC Highways and Street Lighting PFI Contracts.

Responsibilities:

• To manage the day-to-day delivery of services to achieve the required quality, cost and programme assurance, to achieve high levels of stakeholder satisfaction. You will interface with internal and external client teams throughout the Council and external clients for third party works.
• To manage the financial issues and apply cost control procedures related to the procurement and delivery of the Council's extensive Highways investment programme. Provide professional advice on appropriate procurement routes to obtain best value. The post attracts significant financial responsibility with a requirement to report on the day-to-day financial aspects of capital projects as directed; ensure proper financial monitoring of contractors' cost/price structures as they relate to capital and revenue provisions.

Requirements:

• HNC or degree in Quantity Surveying
• Extensive knowledge of effective cost management of highway works
• Quantity surveying and estimating experience within a Highways / civil engineering setting.
• Detailed knowledge of NEC forms of contract and current regulations and safe practices.
• Use of NEC contracts and disputes within a Highways / civil engineering setting

If interested, our client is looking to move quickly and are therefore offering a salary of between £350 - £450 per day based on experience and suitability.

This role is inside IR35 and therefore Day Rate is applicable as an Umbrella Rate.

For more information please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk

Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cambridge, UK

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum

About the Company:
Our company is a well-established construction firm operating in the Cambridge area. With a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from Education and Public sector developments to Private and Commercial ventures, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality construction solutions. We specialize in Fit Out, New Build, Refurbishment, and Facilities Management projects, predominantly focusing on traditional building methods.

Role Description:
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing projects around the £15 million mark, demonstrating proficiency in handling a variety of project types and sectors. The role will be office-based, with projects located within a 20-mile radius of Cambridge.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage cost estimation, budgeting, and financial control for construction projects.
Handle a diverse range of projects across various sectors including Education, Public, Private, Heritage, and Commercial.
Oversee Fit Out, New Build, Refurbishment, and Facilities Management projects.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards.
Serving as a primary point of contact for clients, addressing their needs, concerns, and queries throughout the project lifecycle.
Providing regular reports on project costs, financial performance, and forecasting to project stakeholders.
Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQ) or Schedules of Rates.

Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, preferably with exposure to projects around the £15 million mark.
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and techniques.
Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency in relevant software tools and technologies.

Additional Requirements:
Flexible approach to work and willingness to handle a variety of projects.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
Full UK driving license.

Benefits:
Competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum.
Opportunity to work on a variety of projects across different sectors.
Supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
Office-based role with projects located within a 20-mile radius of Cambridge.
Company car or Company Van with Mileage or a Fuel Card, company profit share, death in service, regular company events, pension, holidays etc.

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

Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’
- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. #MoreToMurphy
Construction Manager (Station Building)

Would you like to join a business recognised as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For'?

Are you a hands on and established Construction Manager looking for a new challenge? If so then J.Murphy & Sons are keen to hear from you regarding an opportunity to lead, drive and direct the construction integration and specialised subcontractors on one of our Enhancements projects on the CP6 Framework.

We are recruiting for a Construction Manager to lead the construction of the Cambridge South Station buildings. This project comprises the construction of a new four platform railway station (including two station buildings) and associated infrastructure to provide a connection to Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus with destinations such as central London, Stansted Airport, Ely, and Birmingham.

You will be responsible for managing the construction of buildings and platforms ensuring in accordance with the requirements below:
What you will be doing:

- Provide coordination/integration management of supply chain and subcontractor design, i.e. fabricators, manufacturers, specialist trades, fitout contractors, mechanical and electrical plant and SISS.
- Provide construction management input to the Station building works, particularly advice regarding construction/ implementation/ sequence/ programme review meetings, and any other as advised.
- Co-ordination of constructability planning and collaboration prior to implementation.
- Liaise with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resources are appropriate size and particular site requirements/criteria are catered for each specialist sub-contractor.
- Support project manager with management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials.
- Overall performance management of subcontractors.
- Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets.
- Support engineering team to ensures that all construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation.
- Ensures that all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures.
- Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning and handover to the client.
- Ensure regular input from the Project Manager is gained on third party, environmental and public relations issues.
- Participate in, and positively promote, the Murphy Culture Development Culture (leading to Zero Harm)


Who we are looking for:

- Demonstrable construction management experience on complex building projects
- Experience managing construction of structural steelwork, precast concrete, fit-out, MEPH, SISS and external envelope/cladding
- Preference to have experience on railway projects and/or stations (but this is not compulsory for the role)
- Experience coordinating sub-contractor designs and programme of works
- Confident in reviewing and preparing paperwork to implement works ie work package plans, task briefing sheets, quality plans and permits to work
- Proven ability to lead teams and coach on performance
- Confident in setting operatives, sub-contractors to work and overseeing performance
- Understanding of SHEQ requirements and the up-to-date legislation

Your new company
One of the UK's leading construction companies operating across multiple sectors including; Build, Civils, Defence, Energy and Aviation, working on a wide range of projects from schools and universities to flood defence and highways
Your new role
As one of the stakeholders within the Anglian Water framework, they provide both design and construction services across the whole of Anglian Water's region, which is the largest by geographic area in the UK, stretching across Lincolnshire and East Anglia. Work is mainly focussed on clean water infrastructure (water mains), but also includes wastewater infrastructure and both water and wastewater non-infrastructure projects, such as treatment works and pumping stations.

They are now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team, reporting into the Commercial Manager for the commercial and cost management of a project or programme of projects from inception through to close out. You will be commercially conscious to the delivery team, providing commercial support to both the delivery management and on-site delivery teams.
Responsibility to ensure that operations are carried out to control costs, maximising value, minimising future liabilities and maintaining the required standard of quality and safety.
Working as part of a delivery team providing commercial challenge and recommending actions to achieve and create an environment of out performance.
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, some of the key duties include:

• Assist the programme area estimating team to ensure robust estimates are provided that align to scope and make allowance for risks and opportunities including any necessary analysis, transfer of data to procurement system and cost base.
• Subcontracts are properly prepared & reflect agreed scope. Subcontracts are properly managed in accordance with contract requirements including compliance with all responses to communications, payments, early warnings, compensation events, programme submissions etc., that all contract files are maintained & kept up to date.
• Work closely with the procurement team, Construction Manager and Project Delivery Manager to develop & monitor procurement strategy.
• Work closely with the site team attending site regularly to ensure they are aware of and can manage the allowances and outputs, provide robust challenge to achieve outperformance, communicate change control and escalate when necessary.
• Accurate live forecasting taking into account the programme and reporting in accordance with the respective work breakdown structure / cost breakdown structure.
• Actual costs are monitored and assessed against baseline, value of work done, solution cost progress, affordability challenges and final outturn calculations, reporting either weekly or otherwise as agreed with the Commercial Manager.
• Provide reports on actual costs vs. estimate & identifying underlying reasons for any variance & resolutions, in particular highlight, challenge & resolve variance to latest plans.
• Work with the delivery team to assist with project and programme risk mitigation plans are considered, put in place and administered.
• Ensure that the Framework Contract is properly administered, including timely issue of early warnings.
• Any inadmissible costs are not included within the project/programme of project costs.
• Final accounts are prepared timely and accurately.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree level (or equivalent) in an engineering/management/cost discipline.
• Extensive experience in managing costs
  
  
  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 Advert

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Property Manager to join our Cambridge based Residential Property Management team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their property career. As a Property Manager, you
will assist with the growth and development of the Cambridge branch and will be provided with training and support in order to
meet set targets. As the post holder, you support the team with the management of a portfolio of let properties throughout the
whole rental process from the inventory and schedule of conditon (check in) to the tenancy termination stage (check out) in a
manner that satisfies agreed departmental targets.



We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits
allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle
to work scheme and so on!



Main tasks:

* Administer the management of let residential properties to include efficient and correct handling of problems arising during
the tenancy, managing any repairs, overseeing check-ins and check-outs as necessary.
* Conduct quarterly inspections of all properties, advising Landlords of any changes or issues arising. Promptly notifying
tenants of any areas where action is required.
* In conducting check-outs liaise with all parties to negotiate a speedy and satisfactory conclusion and return of the tenants
deposit.
* Manage the relationship with the landlord, including reporting maintenance and accounts matters
* Identify and recommend need for property upgrades and refurbishment, organising any between tenancy work, including that
arising from dilapidations to allow for a timely re-let to maximise Landlord’s income.
* Update records and maximise the use of our CRM system (REAPIT) to ensure all property and tenant details are up to date
* Maintain a working knowledge of compliance information



What will it take to be successful?

To be successful in this role, you’ll have proven experience of managing a portfolio of properties, along with knowledge of the
property industry. You will have a professional manner and excellent customer service skills at all times, be a strong
administrator and have good organisational skills. The chosen Property Manager will have the ability to take the initiative in a
confident and personable manner, be a strong team player with good interpersonal skills. Numerate with excellent written and
verbal communication along with fine attention to detail.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Recently named as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For’ by Best Companies, J. Murphy & Sons Limited (Murphy) is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; power and water. Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs around 3,600 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’
- directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. #MoreToMurphy
Construction Manager (Station Building)

Would you like to join a business recognised as one of the 'Best Big Companies to Work For'?

Are you a hands on and established Construction Manager looking for a new challenge? If so then J.Murphy & Sons are keen to hear from you regarding an opportunity to lead, drive and direct the construction integration and specialised subcontractors on one of our Enhancements projects on the CP6 Framework.

We are recruiting for a Construction Manager to lead the construction of the Cambridge South Station buildings. This project comprises the construction of a new four platform railway station (including two station buildings) and associated infrastructure to provide a connection to Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus with destinations such as central London, Stansted Airport, Ely, and Birmingham.

You will be responsible for managing the construction of buildings and platforms ensuring in accordance with the requirements below:
What you will be doing:

- Provide coordination/integration management of supply chain and subcontractor design, i.e. fabricators, manufacturers, specialist trades, fitout contractors, mechanical and electrical plant and SISS.
- Provide construction management input to the Station building works, particularly advice regarding construction/ implementation/ sequence/ programme review meetings, and any other as advised.
- Co-ordination of constructability planning and collaboration prior to implementation.
- Liaise with the Project Managers to ensure that the construction resources are appropriate size and particular site requirements/criteria are catered for each specialist sub-contractor.
- Support project manager with management of construction resources including Labour, Plant and Materials.
- Overall performance management of subcontractors.
- Ensures that the construction and installation teams are accountable for their performance against agreed schedules and man-hour budgets.
- Support engineering team to ensures that all construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation.
- Ensures that all temporary and permanent construction and installation activities are carried out in accordance with agreed quality procedures.
- Interfaces with all other functional leaders within the organisation to facilitate successful development of the project from solution stage constructability through construction, installation, commissioning and handover to the client.
- Ensure regular input from the Project Manager is gained on third party, environmental and public relations issues.
- Participate in, and positively promote, the Murphy Culture Development Culture (leading to Zero Harm)


Who we are looking for:

- Demonstrable construction management experience on complex building projects
- Experience managing construction of structural steelwork, precast concrete, fit-out, MEPH, SISS and external envelope/cladding
- Preference to have experience on railway projects and/or stations (but this is not compulsory for the role)
- Experience coordinating sub-contractor designs and programme of works
- Confident in reviewing and preparing paperwork to implement works ie work package plans, task briefing sheets, quality plans and permits to work
- Proven ability to lead teams and coach on performance
- Confident in setting operatives, sub-contractors to work and overseeing performance
- Understanding of SHEQ requirements and the up-to-date legislation

We have a unique opportunity for an ambitious Project Manager to work with an established Fit out contractor, based in Cambridgeshire, if you are the right person for the job, the team will be working on a CAT A+B office Fit out, with a contract value of around £4m.

What to expect?

• Above market day rate
• Long term on-going freelance work with an established Fit out contractor
• Working under a contracts manager with a highly respectable portfolio
• Experience on a larger scale office Fit out

Apply today or for more information email your CV to lbrushett@frlondon.co.uk.

Principal Property Surveyor needed in Cambridge Paying £25.66 per hr ref 5246420

Full time hours on a temporary basis

• To manage and undertake general asset management and valuations of the land and property holdings, including the commercial investment and corporate portfolios.

• To drive the performance of the commercial investment portfolio to maximise income, capital, redevelopment and investment opportunities
• Day-to-day estate management of the commercial land and property portfolio including developing, reviewing and implementing asset management plans and marketing strategies for properties within the commercial portfolio.
• Provision of general practice surveying property advice
• Acquisition and disposal of land and property as required or in accordance with asset management plans including negotiations in respect of compulsory purchase and compensation claims

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared

We are working with a Tier 1 national contractor who are in need of a Quantity Surveyor to join their in house M&E team.

They are the largest privately owned contractor in the UK and work on Framework and targeted 2 stage, negotiated bids only. The regional office is in Cambridge and you role will be to work with the teams delivering projects in the local area and Northern Home Counties parch. Projects are £25 to £150 million in value and range from education, office schemes, refurbs, data centres and commercial/industrial schemes.

The initial scheme is a major £90 million redevelopment of an existing prison complex and is a joint venture between their construction team and in house M&E services team so teamwork, collaboration and information flow are paramount.

The role is to work on bid and preconstruction with the estimating and design teams to analyse and investigate the best ways to deliver the scheme in terms of budget, quality and performance. Identify and partner with specialist subcontractors a swell as in house delivery teams as well. Once through the bid and 2nd stage negotiations you will be taking the schemes out onto site.You will be looking after a project Qs and an Assistant Qs on site and have overview and responsibility for the commercial health of the M&E elements of the projects including managing sub contract packages, procurement of materials and plant, remeasure, valuations, payments, managing variation accounts, forecasting, CVR's etc.

They have excellent salary, annual bonus and benefits available for the right people and have secured pipeline of work for 2023 and 2024 on a range of framework and 2 stage negotiated schemes and are recognised as one of the best employers to work for in term's of salaries, benefits, training and development opportunities.

If you want a real challenge and have the ability to manage large, complex packages and be able to implement your own ideas then contact me today

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.

Do you want to work for a company whose purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes, and to transform businesses, communities, and opportunities for it's employees? Mott MacDonald is a global consultancy whose people do exactly that.

As a chartered Quantity Surveyor you will have experience in the Health Sector to join our Health Advisory Team principally based in London. Knowledge of other sectors would be of interest including higher education, residential and schools.

Again in 2023 we are in the Glassdoor Top 50 places to work which reflects our investment to support the development of our staff in their careers.

We continue to work at national account level positively impacting and influencing the improvement of existing and future estates. Through our acute and regional accounts we have seen considerable success and growth with our clients redevelopment ambitions.

What you will contribute to the team;

• Supporting the development and promotion of Mott MacDonald's presence within the Health sector
• Supporting the development of new business opportunities within the Health sector
• Supporting the development of best practice initiatives for the delivery of our services within this sector
• Assist in the development of programmes for the delivery of our services
• Preparation of estimates and cost plans in line with the brief
• Provision of financial advice including the impact of inflation
• Preparation of standard documentation - reports, valuations, letters, financial statement
• Preparation of tender and contract documents and participating in contract reviews relating to the contract with the customer
• Analysis of tenders and preparing tender reports
• Prepare valuations and financial statements; assist NEC PM's in assessing and valuing compensation events, re-measure as necessary and adjust variations
• Support in the settlement of construction disputes and prepare and agree final accounts
• Attend appropriate design team and progress meetings as and when required

Required for the position of Quantity Surveyor;

• Experience in relevant sectors: acute hospital developments both new build and refurbishment projects, within live hospital environments, an understanding of NEC contracts is required as well.
• Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying subject (or equivalent)
• Chartered MRICS
• Proven skills and experience of delivering within a Cost Consultancy team whilst managing a range of contract values across a variety of healthcare facilities including acute, mental health, primary care, supported living and working across multiple projects, medium to high complexity projects
• Competent in client facing roles and support on client account management
• Competent at building relationships with internal management and supporting externally with key client stakeholders

Preferred, but not required

• Competent at managing and cultivating defined client relationships and securing new work
• Demonstrates leadership and able to work well in large teams, responsible for staff development, resourcing and/or is a recognised Technical lead within a specialist area
• Experienced in making decisions and presenting findings back to the client and internal stakeholders
• CostX / PowerBI / SharePoint experience is desirable but not essential

If you meet 80% or more of what we're looking for, please still apply. We understand not everyone will meet all the requirements, but you might have skills we didn't know we need.

About the business unit
The Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers management services in all the sectors that Mott MacDonald operate in the Built Environment, Defence, Energy, Water, Transportation and, Education, Health and Care.

The Unit delivers services to projects ranging in scale and complexity up to £20bn, through the technical disciplines of Programme Management, Project Management, Project Controls, Scheduling, Cost Management, Estimating, Infrastructure Finance, Management Consulting, Digital Consulting and Education, Health and Care Management.

Our buildings portfolio is primarily a UK business working in both the public and private sector of the construction market. We provide cost and project management services for a wide range of clients including central government, local authorities and private clients. We work in the majority of buildings market sectors including workplace, residential, law and order, health, education, retail, sports and commercial property. Our vision is to provide added value to our clients business through high quality services and our people.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our 15-minute application via our website. Our talent acquisition coordinators aim to provide feedback within 5 working days with the outcome of your application. More information about our application process can be found here. If you have any questions regarding your application or the role, please reach out to the dedicated recruiter listed who will be more than happy to help.

Mott MacDonald is Work180 accredited - which means we actively support and encourage women to join our work force!

Benefits we offer:

• Pension matched up to 7%
• Life insurance
• An annual professional institution subscription
• Continuous development opportunities - because we want you to thrive
• Agile/flexible working - because life isn't 9-5
• Enhanced parental leave; shared parental leave policies - for parents and care givers
• Annual company performance bonus scheme - Subject to company performance
• Flexible benefits that suit you, including cycle to work & interest free season ticket loans .
• The opportunity to make a difference; learn more about our social outcomes

Equality, diversity and inclusion
We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We are working with a Tier 1 national contractor who are in need of a Quantity Surveyor to join their M&E team.

They are the largest privately owned contractor in the UK and work on Framework and targeted 2 stage, negotiated bids only. The regional office is in Cambridge and you role will be to work with the teams delivering projects in the local area and Northern Home Counties parch. Projects are £25 to £150 million in value and range from education, office schemes, refurbs, data centres and commercial/industrial schemes.

The initial scheme is a major £35 million redevelopment of an existing prison complex and is a joint venture between their construction team and in house M&E services team so teamwork, collaboration and information flow are paramount.

The role is to work on bid and preconstruction with the estimating and design teams to analyse and investigate the best ways to deliver the scheme in terms of budget, quality and performance. Identify and partner with specialist subcontractors a swell as in house delivery teams as well. Once through the bid and 2nd stage negotiations you will be taking the schemes out onto site.You will be looking after a project Qs and an Assistant Qs on site and have overview and responsibility for the commercial health of the M&E elements of the projects including managing sub contract packages, procurement of materials and plant, remeasure, valuations, payments, managing variation accounts, forecasting, CVR's etc.

They have excellent salary, annual bonus and benefits available for the right people and have secured pipeline of work for 2023 and 2024 on a range of framework and 2 stage negotiated schemes and are recognised as one of the best employers to work for in term's of salaries, benefits, training and development opportunities.

If you want a real challenge and have the ability to manage large, complex packages and be able to implement your own ideas then contact me today

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

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Your new company
Working for one of the largest organisations within the construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. They are growing massively in the market, winning projects worth up to 300 million. The sectors cover new facilities, prisons, refurbishments, and new houses. You will be part of an exciting team who are friendly and welcoming with a big impact on inclusion in the team.
Your new role
You will be a MEP Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the Southern team focussing on high-profile, technically complex mechanical and electrical projects across multiple sectors. You will be working as part of a growing inclusive and exciting team.
As the Senior Quantity Surveyors, you are a valuable part of the business, where you will lead the team on a project or cluster of packages having full accountability for the development and implementation of all pre- and post-contract strategies, commercial functions, and contract reporting. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take the lead; working collaboratively with our customers and industry specialists with a firm focus on added value, compliance, commercial viability, and best practice.
As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Develop and encourage project team performance, ensuring that SES main contractual obligations and/or strategies are executed and regularly reviewed.
• Actively engage with all internal and external stakeholders and ensure delivery of the commercial function within your assigned projects.
• Producing internal and external commercial reports

We are looking for someone who is passionate about the commercial aspects of construction and are looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry.
Benefits:

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working
• Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
• Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
• Industry leading family leave benefits-include 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 8 weeks fully paid paternity.

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