McLaughlin & Harvey WorkSpace
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Workspace is a specialist division of McLaughlin & Harvey, encompassing fit-out, commercial furniture facilities management, and minor building works on projects up to £5m.
We are a forward-thinking company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to enhance our team and drive success across our high-value projects.
Why join us?
- Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
- Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
- Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
- Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits with volunteering days, and flexible and hybrid working options (Check out our full benefits offering here: Employee Benefits | McLaughlin & Harvey)
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What you will be doing
- Preparing, negotiating, and analyzing costs for budgets.
- Ensuring sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management systems.
- Procurement of Sub-Contractors and preparation of Sub-Contractor order documentation.
- Assessing and certification of sub-contractor interim payments and ensuring required Payer / Pay-less notices are issued.
- Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues and identification and management of commercial risks.
- Production and presentation of monthly Cost Value Reconciliation on projects.
- Establish, maintain, and enhance effective working relationships.
- Plan, allocate, and evaluate work carried out by teams, individuals, and self.
- Assist in managing the Commercial team and supervise and mentor Quantity Surveyors.
- Ensure effective interaction between the commercial and operational site teams.
What We’re Looking For
- A Degree Qualified Candidate
- Extensive experience in Construction
- Proactive approach, take initiative, and willingness to accept responsibility
- Good knowledge of construction contracts, particularly the JCT & NEC Forms of Contract
- Sound Commercial Awareness
- Ability to complete take offs and price variations unaided
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills
- High levels of organizational skills and time management
- Excellent numerical, IT, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision
- A full driving licence
- Ability to travel to site, as and when required
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McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at the interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.
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