Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ardmore Group; City of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in London is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to lead commercial management on large-scale projects. The role involves providing expert contractual advice and managing financial targets while ensuring compliance with best practices. Candidates should have a background in Quantity Surveying and possess strong negotiation skills. This role offers a full-time position with attractive company benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay

Medical Cover for most pre-existing conditions

Competitive holiday allowances

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Payment of professional membership fees

Staff referral scheme up to £3,500

Cycle to Work scheme savings

Retail and Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large scale construction projects.
• Professional qualifications in Quantity Surveying.
• Demonstrated negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and commercial targets of projects.
• Advise on procurement processes and contractual positions.
• Prepare and present accurate cost and value reports.

Skills

Negotiation training

Practical knowledge of ASTA PowerProjects

Chartered member of RICS

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Tools

MS Projects 2013/2016

Job description

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner at Ardmore Group

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchill's Old War Office and The Ned.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

This role is for the Commercial Lead of department.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide high contractual and commercial advice and support to their respective Project Surveyor(s) and commercial team(s).

Landmark Facades is part of the Wider Ardmore Group and we look after Re-Cladding jobs across London. The projects range from £3m - £30m and we are working with prestigious housing associations and house builders across London.

With a current turnover of around £20m we are aiming to increase this year on year based on a strong order book and current pipeline of works to be undertaken.

Main Responsibilities

• Specifically, the position accepts responsibility for a single large project or multiple projects and for overseeing and delivery of the financial and commercial targets whilst always ensuring that best practice is employed so that; stated project objectives are followed, including budgetary controls, the maximisation of profit and maintenance of positive cash flow.
• The Project Surveyor and commercial team properly understand the procurement process and targets in securing the services of Sub-Contractors/Suppliers/Design Consultants, including the requirement to produce formal documentation for accurate representation of the financial and contractual position of work packages.
• The placement of robust Orders takes place before work commences in accordance with current company contractual arrangements occurs.
• Construction Directors and Project Managers and whenever appropriate Directors of the Company are provided with reliable advice on financial, progress and contractual related matters.
• The timely preparation and presentation of accurate internal cost and value reports occurs.
• Timely interim applications for payment, retention and final account applications occurs.
• Sub-Contractors and Suppliers are administered in accordance with the terms and conditions of company Sub-Contract arrangements.
• Notify Managing Surveyor, Construction Director and Project Manager of any commercial disagreements with Employer and Sub-Contractors / Suppliers.

Key Qualifications

• BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Chartered member of RICS
• Negotiation training
• CVR training
• Practical knowledge of ASTA PowerProjects or MS Projects 2013/2016

Company Benefits

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) – Dependent on role level
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly at [e-mail].

Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using [e-mail] if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

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Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Management

Industries

• Construction