Project Quantity Surveyor

Project Quantity Surveyor
Salary: 40,000 - 60,000
Location: Stratford, London

About the Role:
Gap Construction is seeking a skilled Project Quantity Surveyor to join a successful drylining contractor in Stratford, London. The successful candidate will be commercially responsible for the assigned project, working closely with the Project Manager to ensure delivery on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issue the CVR monthly, attend CVR meetings, and report any discrepancies in labour costs to the Regional Commercial Manager.
• Negotiate and agree on a valuation schedule with the main contractor.
• Participate in estimating and handover meetings to set start and target margins, re-calculate profit margins, and complete monthly cost-to-complete analyses.
• Manage the Risk Register and ensure sub-contractor contra-charges are handled appropriately.
• Take off quantities from drawings, prepare and submit Applications for Payment, and check subcontractor applications.
• Report at internal site progress meetings and ensure all variations are accurately entered into Roger and Applications for Payment.
• Monitor material usage against estimates, review wages on Roger, and walk the site weekly with the PM to address progress, variations, and problems.
• Lead and manage direct reports, providing feedback, appraisals, and career planning in line with the People Strategy.
• Train and mentor junior staff to develop their skills and enhance their contributions to the organization.
• Uphold and model the company values in all interactions and responsibilities.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: NVQ4 or Surveying Degree (or working towards one), CSCS Card.
• Experience: 2-4 years as a Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor in a subcontracting or principal contracting environment, with experience in commercial responsibility for projects or packages, preferably in a finishing trade.
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of priced works, day works, site-based paperwork (CVI, PI, RFI, VO, QA), and construction drawings. Strong contractual awareness.
• Communication Skills: Ability to engage, influence, and build positive relationships through effective communication.
• Financial & Business Acumen: Knowledge of business economics, client markets, and the impact of actions on costs and profitability.
• Achievement Focus: Driven and enthusiastic, with a willingness to challenge the status quo, adapt to change, and take appropriate risks.
• Interpersonal and Team Skills: Strong teamwork abilities, respect for diversity, and the ability to build consensus and unity.
• Responsibility: High standards for personal behaviour and accountability within the role.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV or contact James at Gap Construction. If you have any questions or are interested in other opportunities, feel free to reach out.

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