Project Quantity Surveyor

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchills Old War Office and the Greenwich Peninsula. We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

To build on our success we are currently seeking project surveyors for several newly secured major projects across the capital. As Project Quantity Surveyor you will support the Senior/Managing surveyor for the day-to-day management of all commercial activities in the construction process of the project.

The Project: A £200 Million Residential superstructure will provide 462 apartments within seven new blocks. The tallest block, on the corner of West Cromwell and Warwick Road, rises to 33-storeys, making it one of the tallest buildings in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea! The new-build blocks are founded on top of an existing multi-storey car park, which will remain operational during the significant strengthening and alteration works needed to existing structure. The site is parallel to a working/Live Network rail line.

Main Responsibilities:

• Procurement of Sub-Contractors; Ensuring Consultants and Supply packages are as far as possible within pre-agreed budgetary constraints.
• Work package tender returns are properly analysed, and pre-start meetings attended and detailed Order placement recommendations are submitted to the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor.
• Sub-Contractor/Consultant/Supplier claims are in the first instance properly administered subject to approval of the Managing and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor. Sub-Contract; Consultant and Suppliers final accounts are properly administered in accordance with the commercial interests of the Company.
• Attend design team meetings to ensure compliance with Contract and minimise unnecessary cost.
• In the absence of a Senior Quantity Surveyor carry out their role as adequately as possible and inform the Managing Surveyor and/or Head(s) of the Commercial Department of any duties you have difficulty with.

We’re Looking For:

• BSc in Quantity Surveying.
• Chartered member of RICS or working towards.
• Commercially astute with proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry ideally from building construction projects.
• Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC & JCT) and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations (including Part B).
• Knowledge of NHBC Standards.

Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level):

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme.
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) – Dependent on role level.
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire.
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary).
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500.
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms.

Further Information About the Role: Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

Equal Opportunities: Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments: We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

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