Quantity Surveyor/Estimator (Social Housing Refurbishment)

Quantity Surveyor/Estimator (Social Housing Refurbishment)

Location: Reading, Kent

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: £55,000+ Package

About the Role:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and experienced Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their team in and around Reading, Kent. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the successful delivery of social housing refurbishment projects, providing accurate cost estimates, managing project budgets, and ensuring value for money.

Key Responsibilities:

* Prepare detailed cost plans and estimates for social housing refurbishment projects
* Monitor project costs and identify potential cost savings
* Manage variations and claims
* Prepare and submit interim and final accounts
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders
* Conduct site visits to assess progress and identify potential issues
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess the following qualifications and experience:

* Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
* Proven experience in quantity surveying within the social housing sector, with a focus on refurbishment projects
* Strong knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC)
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in construction software (e.g., Excel, CostX, Asite)

If you are a skilled Quantity Surveyor/Estimator with a passion for social housing refurbishment, please contact Mark Harris at Building Careers or alternatively apply online.

Building Careers is acting as an employment agency on behalf of its client.

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