Project Quantity Surveyor

City, Leeds
Caval Limited

Project Quantity Surveyor – Leeds

Project: 100m – New Build High Rise Residential Development
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: Commercial Manager

About the Company

Our client is a privately owned principal contractor with a focus on large-scale residential developments. Active across residential, student accommodation and care sectors, they apply a quality-focused approach with a consistent emphasis on sustainability. With a solid regional footprint throughout the North and Midlands, coupled with a consistent track record of delivering projects on time and to exacting standards, our client has earned a distinguished reputation for reliability and excellence.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to play a crucial role as part of the commercial team, managing the financial and contractual aspects of a 100m new build high-rise residential development in Leeds. You will be responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates and budgets, conducting comprehensive tender evaluations, and administering contracts with contractors and suppliers. Through meticulous cost control and strict adherence to contractual requirements, you will contribute significantly to ensuring the project is delivered on schedule and within the established budget.

What We’re Looking For

Experience:

• Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering high-rise residential projects with build values exceeding 30 million.
• Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working in a similar position for a well-known contractor or subcontractor
• Previous experience of operating within a Quantity Surveyor role or similar, working closely with the commercial team

Key Skills:

• IT skills
• Effective time management
• Superb negotiation capabilities
• Analytical and Mathematical skills
• Excellent sales and presentation skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise projects
• Strong communication and attention to details
• Understanding of construction laws and regulations
• The ability to accurately estimate the costs associated with the project
• A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement
• Analysis of tender allowances
• Liaise and report regularly into the Commercial Manager
• Compiling material usage reports and reconciliation summaries
• Guide and develop Junior Quantity Surveyors and other team members
• Review and appraise the budgetary implications of various design proposals
• Implement structured cost control processes and financial oversight measures
• Attend project meetings, offering expertise and guidance on cost-related matters
• Handle cash flow management and provide regular financial reports for stakeholders
• Establish systems for cost reporting to monitor and manage project expenses effectively
• Oversee the assessment and approval of progress payments to contractors and suppliers
• Maintain up to date, precise records of all financial transactions and project documentation
• Perform in-depth cost analyses and comprehensive feasibility studies for proposed projects
• Collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Control and monitor project expenditures, overseeing alignment with the budgetary constraints
• Oversee the financial implications of design changes and negotiate any necessary adjustments
• Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for the project and incorporate them into the planning phase
• Create cost plans and projections, overseeing efficient budget management throughout the duration of the project
• Engage and negotiate contract terms and conditions with contractors and suppliers, ensuring alignment with project specifications and budgetary constraints
• Maintain strict adherence to all contract terms, conditions, and specifications throughout the project lifecycle, maintaining alignment with project goals and client expectations
• Ensure all financial matters are settled and effectively closed out, maintaining meticulous records for comprehensive project closure
• Monitor project risks associated with cost and financial aspects, implementing strategies to mitigate potential issues

Why Join?

• Benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment focused on employee development
• A great opportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative company with a strong industry reputation

Contact Details:

Contact: James Shorte (Associate Director) or Thomas Robertshaw (Resourcer) at Caval – (phone number removed)

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