Thorn Baker Construction
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Location: East Midlands, Leicestershire, Leicester
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £50,000 - £68,000 per annum
Benefits: Car allowance or company car, fuel allowance, private pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance, additional benefits
A leading housing developer based in the East Midlands is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial function. This role offers long-term career prospects and progression opportunities within a dynamic and growing organisation.
Job Duties
- Manage and prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation for new build housing projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Oversee the entire commercial process from initial feasibility through to final account settlement, including procurement, contract negotiation, and valuation of works.
- Monitor project costs and progress, providing regular reports to senior management and highlighting any risks or variances.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery within budget.
- Review and agree subcontractor valuations and final accounts, ensuring correctness and adherence to contractual terms.
- Assist with claims management and dispute resolution where necessary, maintaining a proactive approach to commercial risk management.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and company policies.
- Support the continuous improvement of commercial processes and systems, including the use of software platforms such as COINS.
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Required Qualifications
- Full Driving licence valid in the United Kingdom.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related subject.
Experience
- Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction sector, specifically on new build housing projects.
- Experience managing commercial aspects of projects from inception to completion.
- Demonstrable knowledge of contract administration and cost control procedures.
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Knowledge and Skills
- Proficient in the use of COINS software or similar commercial management systems.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills, capable of building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound understanding of construction contracts, procurement methods, and relevant legislation.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
- Office based in Leicester with regular visits to construction sites across the East Midlands.
- Full-time hours with occasional requirement to work outside normal office hours to meet project deadlines.
- Travel within the region is necessary, supported by a car allowance or company vehicle.
- Work involves periods of desk-based tasks combined with site visits requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.
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