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Quantity Surveyor – Refurb Project

August 5, 2024 | Comments Off on Quantity Surveyor – Refurb Project

My client, a luxury haven that prides itself in award winning sustainability, heritage design and seasonal living. Situated between the sea and the moors, the estate is bursting with fresh produce, manicured grounds, a vast array of hotel rooms, and soon-to- be-launching coastal villas, woodland lodges and cottages.

They are looking to employ an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team to manage this project.

The project will involve the construction of new holiday lodges and refurbishment of the existing hotel and facilities. The role will be based on site in Whitby, working Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm.

The Client

My client has over 55 years' experience in construction and development in the UK market, are currently involved in over £2 billion of development and have completed over 17,000 units in the last 10 years. The company has an excellent reputation for its in-house expertise across the entire development cycle from acquisition and planning through to development and construction. It has been involved in some of the UK's major land sales and acquisitions over the last 10 years.

The Role

  • The successful candidate will be reporting to the Managing Surveyor based in London liaising remotely and visiting monthly.
  • Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the Group commercial management policies and procedures. Inclusive of budget control, liability projections and provision of monthly cost reporting and Cost Value Reconciliation's including estimated final costs.
  • Provide regular project cashflow forecasts.
  • Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports as required.
  • Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practice and NHBC or similar warranty providers requirements.
  • Contribute to design meetings and workshops to ensure works are kept within the budgeted values.
  • Contribute to the production of the initial budget.
  • Provide value engineering options and present to the management team to aid the achievement of best value.
  • Prepare sub-contract & supplier tender enquiries using group procedures.
  • Compile subcontractor and supplier comparisons & recommendations for approval.
  • Process Subcontract orders in line with the group policy and procedures
  • Management subcontractor valuations and payments in line with the group policy and procedures.
  • Manage subcontract variations and instructions in line with the group policy and procedures.
  • Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivity.
  • Attend all project and team meetings as required, and present the commercial position at any relevant meetings
  • Compile Interim Valuations
  • Complete any other duties as required by the Senior Management

Preferred skills

  • Candidate should have a minimum of an Honours Degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar relevant subject.
  • Experience in a similar and relevant role with proven experience in the Hotel / Leisure / Residential sector is desirable.
  • RICS qualified preferred but not essential.
  • Candidate should enjoy working as part of a team but must also have the ability to take ownership and work independently, whilst keeping senior management updated.
  • Experience with working and reporting to various stakeholders and funders.
  • Computer literate with strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience creating and managing financial models.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • High level of written and verbal communication skills.

Our Benefits

  • · 50% Employee discount across the hotel, including Food, Beverage, Spa Treatments and Hotel Stays.
  • · 25% discount across the hotel for Friends and Family.
  • · Access to a 24 hour helpline and mobile App to support you through any of life's issues or problems.
  • · Free Parking
  • · Staff food provided when on shift.

To apply, please email a copy of your CV along with details of your salary expectations and notice period,

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