THE ROLE
My client, an established firm of PQS now seeks an ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR to join them in central London.
You will work on a range of infrastructure projects starting off by working on various power / utilities projects.
They are keen to find an ambitious QS who has been working for a firm of PQS and who is either working towards becoming MRICS qualified or keen to work towards chartereship.
My client offers good ongoing training.
THE COMPANY
My client is a firm of PQS with a good range of clients mainly in the private sector and public sectors.
They are a firm of construction consultants offering clients both cost management and project management services.
THE CANDIDATE
You will be an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is currently working for a UK firm of PQS.
You need to have experience of working on infrastructure projects, in particular power / utilities.
My client would prefer if you have some experience of using NEC contracts.
You will need to have a 1 to 3 years or more experience doing both pre and post contract duties.
You should be either working towards chartered status or keen to do so.
You should be able to work as part of a friendly team.
You should have a stable work record.
You must have excellent English both written and spoken along with good IT skills and have good client facing skills.
Salary is in the region of £44000 to £46000 plus pension contribution plus RICS fees, ongoing trainng and other benefits. etc.
Please email a full c.v. or give me, Denise Neville a call for an informal and confidential discussion on 020 7613 5555 or 020 8368 0025 or mobile 07836 350309.....Read more...
You will assist Stockdale’s experienced team of quantity surveyors and project managers with managing costs at all stages of construction projects and work in close collaboration with clients, architects, and engineers as part of wider design teams.
Example year 1 activities include:
Shadowing our team:
Attending on-line and in-person design team meetings.
Visiting construction sites and attending site progress meetings.
Sitting in on internal strategy and project meetings.
In the valuation process.
Supporting the team by:
Site photography.
Measuring quantities and describing construction work.
Preparing draft valuations for review.
Preparing draft cost plans for review.
Developing:
XL, Bluebeam, Word and Adobe skills.
Report and e mail writing skills.
Drawing review skills and 3D thinking.
Communication skills.
Attending in-house group training sessions.Training:Apprentices will gain practical experience in cost management and project delivery while studying towards a BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree at London South Bank University. The programme is fully accredited by RICS and provides a pathway to chartered status. The training structure will be one day per week at London South Bank University.
In addition, apprentices will have a designated mentor for in house training and advice, with regular access to CPD and training courses run by internal and external providers. The opportunity provides experience over multiple projects in different sectors including residential, commercial, education, public realm, and the arts, and support with APC study for chartered membership. We are a friendly team who enjoy our work and arrange social events and activities throughout the year. Training Outcome:We want our apprentices to quickly become an integral part of our team and to thrive in their career ambitions. When deemed ready by the partners, apprentices will take responsibility for managing aspects of their own projects giving them first-hand experience and opportunities to learn and make a positive impact. We would anticipate employment as an assistant surveyor on graduation and completion of the apprenticeship. Our experienced team includes senior surveyors, associates and partners who have started their careers with us whilst studying one day a week at university for their degrees. We have a low staff turnover and history of supporting staff through their academic education and chartered membership.Employer Description:Founded in 1988, Stockdale LLP is an independent professional practice of quantity surveyors and project managers. With offices in London and Nottingham, we work across a broad and varied portfolio, from schools and heritage sites to commercial and residential schemes. We’re proud of our reputation for delivering thoughtful, high-quality work that protects design intent and delivers value.
We believe in integrity, collaboration and excellence, and we live by those values every day. Our people first approach, supportive team culture, and emphasis on professional development make Stockdale a great place to start and grow your career.Working Hours :Normal office hours are 09:00am to 5:30pm, Monday - Friday. Apprenticeship working hours will consist of 4 days in the office and 1 day study release at London South Bank University (term time).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
