At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a busy Housing Property Services team with hands-on Quantity Surveying tasks.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Redditch, Worcestershire, focused on impactful housing projects.
- Benefits: Competitive pay at £33.43 per hour, with a structured work schedule.
- Other info: Flexible, proactive role with opportunities for site visits and varied workload.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in housing while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Quantity Surveying and 2 years' experience in the construction industry required.
The predicted salary is between 33.43 - 33.43 £ per hour.
Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
Pay: £33.43 per hour PAYE
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary initially 3 months
Working Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm
IR35: Inside IR35
Working Pattern: Office/site based
Driving Licence: Required
We are recruiting an experienced Capital Quantity Surveyor to support a busy Housing Property Services team. This is a hands-on Quantity Surveying position covering the development of contract documentation, procurement of goods, services and works, financial measurement and valuation of works, interim payments, final accounts and project financial reporting.
The Role
- Preparing tenders, Bills of Quantities, work schedules, specifications and Schedules of Rates.
- Procuring goods, services and works contracts.
- Participating in tender evaluations and reporting outcomes.
- Undertaking site measurements and valuations.
- Preparing payment notifications and associated documentation.
- Preparing and agreeing costs for variations and non-standard works.
- Analysing and agreeing claims and final accounts.
- Producing accurate financial reports for projects and contracts.
- Managing financial aspects of capital and revenue works.
- Maintaining knowledge of standard methods of measurement and forms of contract.
- Assessing leaseholder contributions and service charges.
- Supporting returns required by government, regulators and external funding providers.
About You
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying.
- At least 2 years' post-qualification experience within the construction industry.
- Experience covering both pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying duties.
- Good knowledge of different forms of building contracts.
- Proven experience managing revenue, capital and externally funded budgets.
- Experience preparing and issuing contract administration documentation.
- Knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation, including CDM.
- A flexible, proactive approach and the ability to manage a varied workload.
The position is predominantly office based in Redditch, five days per week, with some working days involving site visits. A driving licence is required. Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.
Capital Quantity Surveyor employer: Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Lynx Employment Services Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. With a hybrid working model in Northampton, employees benefit from flexibility while engaging in meaningful projects that impact the public sector. The company prioritises employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a dynamic legal environment.
Contact Details:
Lynx Employment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
