We’re on the hunt for a passionate and driven Senior Surveyor to join our client’s dynamic Infrastructure Team in Leeds, West Yorkshire! Step into a team of over 60 industry experts, delivering top-tier advice across Transport, Energy, Utilities, Regeneration, Minerals & Waste, and Telecoms. You’ll work with high-profile clients like National Highways, National Grid, Network Rail, HS2, Local Authorities, and The Crown Estate, alongside a diverse mix of private sector investors, charities, and energy developers. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you! Main Responsibilities: Negotiation of heads of terms, option agreements, and voluntary agreements for land acquisition Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities and drive forward initiatives in the local area with a particular focus on Claimants/landowners Landowner and Stakeholder engagementNegotiation of disturbance claims following worksConsents for access across third-party land for worksCPO Promotion workLand and Property ValuationNegotiation of compensation claims arising from construction works An active role in the continuous development of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.Implementing policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.Management of surveyors working across the teamMentoring and coaching junior members of the team through their professional development. What will it take to be successful? RICS Qualified and an RICS Registered Valuer, ideallyPost-Qualified Experience (PQE) in general practice/infrastructure surveyingBusiness development mindset with a focus on exceptional customer serviceStrong understanding of relevant legislationExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsCompulsory Purchase (CPO) experience is desirable (training available if needed)Strong communication skills to engage with clients, landowners, and agentsAbility to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, ever-changing environmentFlexibility to handle shifting day-to-day responsibilitiesWillingness to travel as requiredFull driving licence is essential. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment, or resources to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.....Read more...
Below are some of the activities you will be involved in:
Prepare monthly valuation applications in adequate time for inclusion within the main contract valuation
Calculations of costs associated with contract variations
Liaise with other staff and personnel, particularly in purchasing and contracts, on cost expenditure and management or recovery within the variation account
Preparation and submission of the draft final account for the project
Management of Sub-contractor packages
Liaise with appropriate personnel, (i.e. in Buying, Estimating, Contracts) and maintain good working relationships
Undertake a range of general administrative and office-based tasks
Learn how to use the company’s bespoke cloud based system to manage projects outturn costs and value
To work safely in accordance with the company’s current Health and Safety policy and procedures
To undertake any other duties that reasonably falls within the scope of the job
Training:
The apprenticeship takes up to 5.5 years to complete, with 4 years of teaching and up to 18 months for end point assessment (EPA). The EPA is the RICS assessment of professional competency (APC), which is a mandatory part of the apprenticeship. The programme combines vocational skills and workplace practice with academic, research-rich learning.
The programme is delivered predominantly online (one day per week) with one day mandatory face-to-face teaching (campus day) at Northumbria University and two hybrid sessions (online or on at Northumbria University campus) per semester.
Regular progress reviews to discuss expected progress v actual progress/interventions/additional support
Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment
Further learning and development opportunities and continuous growth within the quantity surveying function
Employer Description:Dalkia Engineering deliver mechanical and electrical technical solutions across the UK’s built environment from initial design to project completion. Harnessing a value-engineering approach across our projects, we optimise your environment to deliver cost savings and carbon efficiency.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm with one hour for a lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Below are some of the activities you will be involved in:
Prepare monthly valuation applications in adequate time for inclusion within the main contract valuation
Calculations of costs associated with contract variations
Liaise with other staff and personnel, particularly in purchasing and contracts, on cost expenditure and management or recovery within the variation account
Preparation and submission of the draft final account for the project
Management of sub-contractor packages
Liaise with appropriate personnel, (i.e. in Buying, Estimating, Contracts) and maintain good working relationships
Undertake a range of general administrative and office-based tasks
Learn how to use the company’s bespoke cloud-based system to manage projects' outturn costs and value
To work safely in accordance with the company’s current health and safety policy and procedures
To undertake any other duties that reasonably falls within the scope of the job
Training:
The apprenticeship takes up to 5.5 years to complete, with 4 years of teaching and up to 18 months for end point assessment (EPA). The EPA is the RICS assessment of professional competency (APC), which is a mandatory part of the apprenticeship. The programme combines vocational skills and workplace practice with academic, research-rich learning
The programme is delivered predominantly online (one day per week) with one day mandatory face-to-face teaching (campus day) at Northumbria University and two hybrid sessions (online or on at Northumbria University campus) per semester
Regular progress reviews to discuss expected progress v actual progress/interventions/additional support
Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment
Further learning and development opportunities and continuous growth within the quantity surveying function
Employer Description:Dalkia Engineering deliver mechanical and electrical technical solutions across the UK’s built environment from initial design to project completion. Harnessing a value-engineering approach across our projects, we optimise your environment to deliver cost savings and carbon efficiency.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm with one hour for a lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Below are some of the activities you will be involved in:
Prepare monthly valuation applications in adequate time for inclusion within the main contract valuation
Calculations of costs associated with contract variations
Liaise with other staff and personnel, particularly in purchasing and contracts, on cost expenditure and management or recovery within the variation account
Preparation and submission of the draft final account for the project
Management of Sub-contractor packages
Liaise with appropriate personnel, (i.e. in Buying, Estimating, Contracts) and maintain good working relationships
Undertake a range of general administrative and office-based tasks
Learn how to use the company’s bespoke cloud based system to manage projects outturn costs and value
To work safely in accordance with the company’s current Health and Safety policy and procedures
To undertake any other duties that reasonably falls within the scope of the job
Training:
The apprenticeship takes up to 5.5 years to complete, with 4 years of teaching and up to 18 months for end point assessment (EPA). The EPA is the RICS assessment of professional competency (APC), which is a mandatory part of the apprenticeship. The programme combines vocational skills and workplace practice with academic, research-rich learning.
The programme is delivered predominantly online (one day per week) with one day mandatory face-to-face teaching (campus day) at Northumbria University and two hybrid sessions (online or on at Northumbria University campus) per semester.
Regular progress reviews to discuss expected progress v actual progress/interventions/additional support
Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment
Further learning and development opportunities and continuous growth within the quantity surveying function
Employer Description:Dalkia Engineering deliver mechanical and electrical technical solutions across the UK’s built environment from initial design to project completion. Harnessing a value-engineering approach across our projects, we optimise your environment to deliver cost savings and carbon efficiency.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm with one hour for a lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Below are some of the activities you will be involved in:
Prepare monthly valuation applications in adequate time for inclusion within the main contract valuation
Calculations of costs associated with contract variations
Liaise with other staff and personnel, particularly in purchasing and contracts, on cost expenditure and management or recovery within the variation account
Preparation and submission of the draft final account for the project
Management of Sub-contractor packages
Liaise with appropriate personnel, (i.e. in Buying, Estimating, Contracts) and maintain good working relationships
Undertake a range of general administrative and office-based tasks
Learn how to use the company’s bespoke cloud based system to manage projects outturn costs and value
To work safely in accordance with the company’s current Health and Safety policy and procedures
To undertake any other duties that reasonably falls within the scope of the job
Training:
The apprenticeship takes up to 5.5 years to complete, with 4 years of teaching and up to 18 months for end point assessment (EPA). The EPA is the RICS assessment of professional competency (APC), which is a mandatory part of the apprenticeship. The programme combines vocational skills and workplace practice with academic, research-rich learning.
The programme is delivered predominantly online (one day per week) with one day mandatory face-to-face teaching (campus day) at Northumbria University and two hybrid sessions (online or on at Northumbria University campus) per semester.
Regular progress reviews to discuss expected progress v actual progress/interventions/additional support
Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment
Further learning and development opportunities and continuous growth within the quantity surveying function
Employer Description:Dalkia Engineering deliver mechanical and electrical technical solutions across the UK’s built environment from initial design to project completion. Harnessing a value-engineering approach across our projects, we optimise your environment to deliver cost savings and carbon efficiency.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5.00pm, with one hour for a lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
My client is a well-established housebuilder with a first-class reputation in the property industry. They are passionate about building beautiful homes that their customers can be proud of.
They believe their people are their greatest asset. This company strives to create the best possible working environment and foster continuous training and development.
At this company you’ll have the opportunity to work on large, challenging projects as they pursue aggressive growth targets—making this a great time to develop your career within a growing business!
Main responsibilities
Manage all costs relating to construction projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures, seeking to minimise the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality.
Contribute to the management of each project from the start, preparing estimates and costs of the work.
Manage variations that affect cost during each project and provide regular reporting to track profitability.
Key tasks
Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures
Be responsible for the compilation of all monthly PFA (Predicted Final Accounts) reports as required
Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the company may employ, as well as a sound knowledge of latest regulations, codes of practice and NHBC requirements
Ensure that subordinates receive the required training and mentorship for them to learn and thrive in their responsibilities
Be responsible for all cost control procedures, including managing and controlling the budget and valuations by always updating the estimated final costs, and having the ability to show absolute cost and value reconciliation.
Be able to control all commercial tasks and responsibilities on site.
Contribute to the conceptual designs/options to ensure the design is kept within the budgeted values.
Compile Site Start budget, liaising with all Departments to ensure document is completed on time to allow the construction to commence, and Sales to start marketing
Lead the value engineering, including updating site review documents, to ensure we achieve best value
Maintain budget control throughout development; and manage cost overruns within contingency levels
Complete accurate costing for each aspect of site development
Analyse and report on costs and cash flow using the support systems available
Evaluate and agree variations and instructions, always aware of budgetary constraints, and ensuring that approval is obtained prior to agreement of variations in excess of the respective allowances
Be aware of new materials and methods of construction which the business may employ
Keep the trade specification for each discipline up to date and relevant
Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors to maximise productivity
Attend all project and team meetings as required and present the Commercial position to the meeting.
Be aware of all codes of practice that impact on estimating e.g., Building Regulations, NHBC requirements, HSE, Code for Sustainable Homes
Overtime and as business grows shape the size and mix of team as required – at some point this will require providing Support and guide to a Junior Quantity Surveyor
General requirements of the role
Time allocation approx.
5 days PFA
15 days Non-PFA
But never dedicated and continuous time slots due to demands on site
No specific requirement for the QS to be on site on a regular or ongoing basis, other than initial familiarisation and work assessment investigations
Other responsibilities
Undertake such duties at the discretion of the CFO / Construction Director as may reasonably be required due to the changing needs of the department and organisation
Participate in training and development activities and programmes as required
Attend and participate in staff meetings and share skills with others
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals and establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies and professionals
Comply with and report all concerns to an appropriate person, in respect of:
Health, safety, and security
Confidentiality
Data protection
Experience & qualifications
A degree in quantity surveying or commercial management accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent experience
At least 5 years post qualification experience, ideally in residential housing developments
Line management experience
Benefits:
Bonus scheme
Car allowance
23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunity to purchase up to an additional 5 days.
Cycle to work scheme
On site parking
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