Chartered Quantity Surveyor

Resourcing Group

Resourcing Group are activley recruiting for a Chartered Quantity Surveyor to assist our client in delievering major refurbishment projects around Bristol on a permenant basis.

Our client is a main contractor involved in void maintenance, large-scale refurbishment, external works in compliance with PAS 9980, and energy efficiency works under PAS 2035. This is a key role, where they are looking for a highly skilled individual who can manage the financial aspects of projects and help deliver exceptional results.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the commercial success of their projects, working alongside a dynamic team and providing leadership to help achieve project objectives.

Job title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Type: Full-time
Location: Bristol-based, with occasional travel (Car Allowance provided)
Salary: Up to 65,000 to 85,000 + Benefits

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, working closely with the Project Manager, Site Teams, and Estimating Department to ensure financial efficiency and control across refurbishment projects.
• Manage the financial aspects of high-rise residential refurbishment projects, ensuring all commercial activities are executed in line with company policies and contractual obligations.
• Prepare, submit, and manage accurate cost plans, budgets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Conduct detailed analysis of contract documents and manage project variations, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to clients.
• Monitor and control project costs, ensuring work is completed within budget and that any deviations are managed effectively.
• Measure and value works on site, preparing interim and final payments to subcontractors.
• Manage risk and opportunities on projects, providing guidance on contractual issues to site teams and senior management.
• Ensure all financial records are accurate and up to date, maintaining robust cost reporting systems.
• Support project tendering by providing financial insights and estimates during bid phases.
• Prepare final accounts and negotiate settlements with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Lead and attend commercial meetings with clients and subcontractors, ensuring that all financial matters are addressed promptly and professionally.
• Manage contractual relationships, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and standards, particularly around refurbishment of high-rise buildings.
• Identify and pursue value engineering opportunities to enhance project profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Provide support and mentorship to junior quantity surveyors and other team members.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with a focus on high-rise residential refurbishment or similar projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Excellent understanding of the financial management of construction projects, with a strong track record of delivering projects within budget.
• Experience working on PAS 9980-compliant external works and PAS 2035 energy efficiency projects is advantageous.
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate financial risks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and commercial software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field being advantageous.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

For more information please apply via the job advert and await to be contacted by Sam Day

Resourcing Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.