08 Sep, 2024
Permanent
United Kingdom
Position: Assistant /Graduate Quantity Surveyor Location: Caerphilly Reports to: Senior Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager Company Overview: Our client is a leading carpentry sub-contractor specialising in commercial builds and refurbishments with Tier 1 contractors. Job Purpose: Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in managing project costs, minimizing expenses, and ensuring high standards and quality. Key Responsibilities: Cost Management: Assist in preparing cost estimates and monitoring project budgets. Procurement: Help procure materials and subcontractors, and evaluate tenders. Contract Administration: Aid in preparing and managing contracts, and record site activities. Measurement and Valuation: Measure and value work in progress, prepare payment applications, and conduct valuations. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks. Client Communication: Maintain communication with clients and subcontractors. Compliance: Ensure adherence to legal...
06 Sep, 2024
Permanent
Devon, UK
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Exeter Salary 30,000 - 40,000 & Enhanced package Sphere Solutions are working in partnership with a well-known house builder to recruit a well-versed Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Exeter division. Playing an integral part of the team, you will report to the Commercial Manager and work closely with a Senior QS to assist the commercial delivery of developments within the region. You will assist with cost management, from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. You will attend site pre-start meetings, assist with the compiling of tender packages, process invoices and application and much more. Previous experience with a main contractor or developer carrying out similar duties is essential. Suitable candidates will possess the following: HNC/Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar. Must have a good understanding and knowledge of building regulations and...
04 Sep, 2024
Contract
Gloucester, UK
A loyal client to Sphere Solutions are looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor, on a part time basis for a project in Gloucester. At present, my client are happy to consider a candidate that can commit to 2-3 days per week, with hybrid working on offer. Whilst working in this role you will be part of my clients Commercial team, reporting into a roaming Commercial Manager. The project in question is a 2 Storey, 12M, Mixed Use development for a well known Educational establishment. It will include Communal Space for students, Cafe, Costa Coffee, Communal Kitchen, and a Student Services area. The ideal candidate for the role would have a good Main Contractor background. Relevant Degree level qualifications would also be desired. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience.
04 Sep, 2024
Permanent
Devon, UK
Our client is a distinguished Tier 1 contractor renowned for delivering large-scale commercial projects with excellence and innovation. Dedicated to pushing the boundaries of construction, they create landmark developments that shape skylines and communities. With recent tender successes, they are now seeking highly skilled and motivated Quantity Surveyors to join their dynamic team. The successful candidates will play a crucial role in managing costs and contracts for substantial commercial projects, ensuring financial efficiency and project viability. This role is based out of the Bristol office but projects range between Exeter and Taunton, this is where the majority of your time will be spent on site. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and manage cost estimates and budgets for commercial projects. Conduct measurement and valuation of work in progress. Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities. Manage project finances and prepare monthly...
31 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Oxfordshire, UK
A loyal client of Sphere Solutions, are looking to employ a Senior Quantity Surveyor with immediate effect. My client are looking for a candidate, capable of overseeing a 16M new build School, whilst reporting into a Regional Managing Surveyor. My client are a leading UK Building, Infrastructure, Engineering and Fit-Out company, who have been established for 130 years. They deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including Health, Education, Highways, Justice, Defence, Aviation, Water and Environment. The ideal candidate for the role, will have excellent Main Contractor experience and a proven work history within similar roles and across developments of a similar size and nature. For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience.
29 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Cardiff, UK
Our client is a well known and well established main contractor with a regional base in the Cardiff area that carries out a range new build residential projects up to £15 million typically. Due to ongoing growth throughout the region they have approached us with the requirement to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join them on a permanent basis. Projects range from bespoke to large residential developments, including both social and private housing schemes. This role would suit a Quantity Surveyor with the following skills, experience and background: -a proven background in main contracting -Resides within commutable distance of the South Wales area -experience of projects £1 million plus -Ideally experience of new build schemes with recognised main contractors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established but rapidly growing contractor that can offer genuine long term prospects. Our client is an award winning business with genuinely low staff...
29 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Cardiff, UK
Sphere solutions are recruiting for a well known new build contractor based in Cardiff are looking for an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team to work alongside the already established commercial team. This client work across South Wales projects include new build residential, care homes and schools. They thrive on repeat business from clients they have great working relationships with as well as new business ventures in similar markets. Ideally they are looking for someone who has experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in a similar area of the industry. If you have a construction related degree this would be an advantage but the experience in the industry is the more important aspect of your background. You will be working on a variety of different projects with numerous exciting clients. In return this client can offer the chance for career progression, the opportunity to work on a number of high profile projects and be given the autonomy to...
29 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Cardiff, UK
Our client is a well known and well established multi disciplined main contractor with a regional base in Cardiff that carries out a range of new build residential construction projects up to £20 million typically. Approached us with the requirement to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join them on a permanent basis. Reporting to a Commercial Director regionally, your role will involve having complete financial control, ensuring that schemes are delivered profitably. This role would suit a Quantity Surveyor with the following skills, experience and background: -a proven background in main contracting -Resides locally to the South Wales area -experience of projects up to £10 million Benefits Full benefits package Pension Exciting projects Excellent salary Career progression Contact If you are interested in the above vacancy please contact stewart jardine or click apply T: (phone number removed)
29 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Swansea, UK
Our client is a well known and well established multi disciplined main contractor that carries out a range construction projects up to £25 million typically. Due to ongoing growth throughout the region they have approached us with the requirement to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join them on a permanent basis. Projects can be wide and varied in nature including offices, large residential development, care homes, retail units, schools and hospitals. This role would suit a Quantity Surveyor with the following skills, experience and background: -a proven background in main contracting -Resides within commutable distance of the Bristol area -experience of projects £1 million plus -Ideally experience of fit out, refurbishment and/or build schemes with recognised main contractors. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established but rapidly growing contractor that can offer genuine long term prospects. Our client is an award winning business with genuinely...
28 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Bristol, UK
We are currently looking for an experienced Senior QS to join one of our clients, a very well established main building contractor in Bristol, who are looking for someone to work as part of a team managing commercial projects in the Bristol and Bath areas predominantly. The role will involve having management responsibilities for a small team of more junior surveyors and report to the commercial director on all issues. You will also play a key role in the overall commercial delivery of the project which will likely be in the region of 15 - 20 million in value. The company can offer excellent long term career security given a very healthy pipeline of work, as well as a very attractive remuneration package from the start. They are a major contractor and are committed to long term growth in the region. Candidates with the following skills and experience are encouraged to apply: Background with larger or Tier 1 contractors Experience of some management Ideally experience...
23 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Hereford, UK
Our client is a leading commercial build contractor based near Ledbury. They are renowned for delivering high-quality construction projects, with values reaching up to 30 million. Our client prides themselves on our commitment to excellence and their supportive work environment, where every team member plays a crucial role in their success. Role Overview: our client is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. In this position, you will work closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor on a variety of high-profile build projects. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop your career with a top-tier contractor. Key Responsibilities: Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and valuations for construction projects. Support the Senior QS in managing project costs, including financial reporting and cost control measures. Engage in the procurement process, assisting with tendering and contract management....
23 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Bristol, UK
Working for a regional contractor in Bristol who; due to exciting growth are looking to add a quantity surveyor to their team. The quantity surveyor will be reporting into a commercial director. The quantity surveyor will be gradually given more responsibility and projects (Organically supported) ideally within the first year be running independently 2 - 3 projects of value around 3mill. The five year plan of the company is exciting and again looking to grow, which could be an ideal time to join. The contractor would like 2 years experience as an assistant. Typically the contractor will work on projects anything up to 10mill. If this sounds of interest to you, please get in touch.
21 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Devon, UK
Quantity Surveyor Plymouth We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well renown shopfitting contractor, office based, this is a great opportunity to join an industry leading company who have a great reputation for an inclusive and outstanding team culture. Reporting to the head of Commercial you will manage several projects, taking financial responsibility ensuring projects costs are monitored, budgets adhered to, and project costs delivered. The role: Sub-contractor procurement Cost reporting, valuations and variations Invoicing and payments Final accounts To be considered you will need to have experience in a similar role, shopfitting / fit out experience would be advantageous but not essential, HNC or degree qualified, along with good IT skills and live within a commutable distance to Plymouth. A full UK driving license will be required as some travel will be expected as sites are national. Salary negotiable with an excellent package...
20 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Oxfordshire, UK
My client is a large and well established Tier 1 Contractor. They have been based in the region for the past 20 years or so and continue to grow year on year. They carry out a diverse range of projects including schools, large commercial projects, student accommodation, and healthcare. Projects can range in value up to 100 million. Due to a busy pipeline in work, they are looking for an experienced (ideally Senior) Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. As a key member of the team, it is likely you will manage the commercial aspects of projects as No.1 on site. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you may also have management responsibility for a more junior member of staff (Assistant QS). The initial project is likely to be a new school as part of a long term framework. On Offer is an excellent salary package which will depend on current package, experience and expectations, as well as: Generous car allowance/car Agile working arrangements 28 days holiday...
14 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Devon, UK
Senior Quantity Surveyor Exeter We are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a regional civil engineering firm dedicated to delivering high-quality projects that shape the infrastructure of the South West and the surrounding regions. With a rich history of excellence, this company are committed to innovation, sustainability, and fostering a collaborative work environment within both the private and private sectors. We are seeking a highly motivated experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team in Exeter. As a key member of management team you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial success and accuracy of their civil engineering projects. The role: Prepare accurate cost estimates for civil engineering projects, including materials, labour, and equipment. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to develop cost-effective project plans. Monitor project budgets and financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities...
14 Aug, 2024
Permanent
Devon, UK
Assistant Quantity Surveyor Plymouth, Devon Permanent Sphere Solutions are working in partnership with an award winning housing developer to recruit a well versed Assistant Quantity Surveyor to works across the Plymouth area. Playing an integral part of the team, you will report to the Commercial Manager and work closely with a Senior QS to assist the commercial delivery of developments within the Plymouth area. You will assist with cost management, from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. You will attend site pre-start meetings, assist with the compiling of tender packages, process invoices and application and much more. Previous experience with a main contractor, sub-contractor or housing developer carrying out similar duties is essential. Suitable candidates will possess the following: HNC/Degree qualified ideally Must have a good understanding and knowledge of construction methods and materials. Good MS Office and COINS...