THE ROLE
My client seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join them in Edinburgh. This office is fairly new so there will be plenty of prospects for promotion for an ambitious QS.
They are seeking someone either at Project Surveyor level or a good Assistant Quantity Surveyor with 2 years + post graduate experience with a firm of PQS.
My client works on a good range of projects for residential, leisure facilities, industrial warehousing, schools and more.
They offer excellent support towards taking the APC to become RICS qualified along with good prospects for promotion.
THE COMPANY
My client is an established firm of PQS with two offices currently.
They work on a good range of projects up to around £120m in value.
THE CANDIDATE
You will be a Quantity Surveyor who is currently working for a UK firm of PQS.
My client would like someone who has around two years or more post graduate experience doing pre and post contract work.
You will need to have a recognised UK qualification in Quantity Surveying i.e. BSc in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or similar and have around 2 plus years experience working for a PQS firm either post graduation or during your Degree if you were doing your BSc on day release.
You may be working towards taking your APC towards becoming RICS qualified or keen to do so.
You should have used JCT contracts and any knowledge of NEC contracts would be useful.
You should have excellent communication skills, both written and spoken to deal with people at all levels.
Salary is very negotiable plus benefits including pension, APC support, RICS fees, discretionary bonus, hybrid working one day per week, 26 days holiday plus public holidays, access to buy VIP tickets for the Hydro 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...
Estimating:
Creating & reviewing chain tenders/quotations
Identifying best value quotes to the project
Liaising with the Design & Operational Managers with the construction process
Liaising by telephone/email with clients and sub-contractors
Preparing sub-contractor invitations to tender
Preparing return packages for tender
Preparing return tender invitations for presentation to client
Maintaining records of tenders submitted and their progress
Commercial:
Prepare sub-contract orders in line with the project particulars, financial targets and on programme requirements
Prepare sub-contract orders in line with company procedures including all contractual documents
Once sub-contractors places make sure that all relevant Site Managers & Contract Managers have all the relevant order information
General Assistant:
To provide general assistant as identified to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Director
Answering the telephone and dealing with general enquiries
Compiling mail shot directors for new contacts
Issuing letters and enclosure to new contacts
Filing:
General admin duties as directed
Preparing builders BoQ and take-off
Training Outcome:
To be confirmed upon completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:We are Quantity Surveyors. Services provided - Estimating
Programming
Procurement
Post Contract
Retention Recovery
Take Off and Bill of QuantitiesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Excel spreadsheet knowledge....Read more...
A structural steel specialist is currently looking for a permanent Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to take ownership of cost analysis, measurement and tendering across their steel fabrication and architectural metalwork projects in Essex.
Start Date: Immediate Salary: £50,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Monday – Friday)Duties: - Cost analysis and commercial reporting across live projects - Surveying, measurement and valuation of works - Preparing and submitting estimates and tendersThe client will also consider candidates operating at Assistant Commercial Manager level.If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.....Read more...
To execute the materials requirements, planned according to forecasted and sales order demand ensuring all required materials are supplied to meet production and customer requirements.
Manage LS purchasing file and attend the daily line walks with the necessary material updates and expedite actions on newly identified shortages
Highlight / escalate any material issues that are likely to affect production
Release of material purchase orders according to the material requirement plan
Manage stores queries relating to quantity issues
Manage NCR’s for returns / replacement and credit note
Training:
Work based training supported by a tutor from High Ridge Training
You’ll be expected to take an active approach to your learning, developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to become a qualified Material Controller
The apprenticeship training is delivered online
This includes a successful completion of the Level 3 Procurement and Supply Assistant qualification
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you’ll have the skills, knowledge and industry experience to progress within procurement, purchasing, materials management and supply chain.Employer Description:Bühler is active in over 140 countries and has more than 13,000 employees worldwide. Two billion people consume foods that are made with Bühler processes on a daily basis. These include flour, rice, pasta, chocolate, coffee, and beer. We are continuously working to create sustainable innovations for a better world. Our aim is to transform the world’s most pressing food and mobility challenges into sustainable technologies, process solutions and services. Our UK business has been in operation since 1928. Our UK Optical Sorter Business Unit headquarters and manufacturing facility are conveniently located in the London Docklands, where the Quality Industrial Intern role will also be based.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm; 30 minute unpaid lunch break.Skills: Adaptability,Leadership & Initiative,Commercial Awareness,Customer Focus,Planning & Organisation,Attention to Detail,Results Driven,Good Communication Skills,Problem Solving,Decision Making,Teamwork & Collaboration,ERP & IT Skills,Continuous Improvement,Analytical Thinking....Read more...
AA Euro Group are currently seeking an experienced MEP Design Engineer on behalf of a leading electrical contractor based in London. This is a full-time permanent position where you will be required to split your time between the office (East London) and site (Canary Wharf).Job PurposeThe MEP Building Services Design Assistant will support the design and delivery of mechanical and electrical building services projects from initial concept through to construction. The role will work closely with the Design Team, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, site teams and external consultants to produce accurate, coordinated and practical MEP design information.The successful candidate will assist with drawings, calculations, specifications, design coordination and document control while developing their technical knowledge across mechanical and electrical building services.Key Responsibilities:Design & Technical Support
Assist with the preparation and development of MEP building services designs.Produce and amend mechanical and electrical services drawings using relevant CAD/BIM software.Assist with layouts for HVAC, ventilation, heating, plumbing, drainage, electrical containment, lighting, power and other building services.Assist with design calculations, equipment selections and technical schedules under appropriate supervision.Review drawings and technical information to identify potential clashes, discrepancies or design issues.Assist with the preparation of design specifications, schedules and technical documentation.Ensure drawings and design information are produced accurately and in accordance with project requirements.
BIM & CAD
Assist with the production and maintenance of 2D and 3D MEP models and drawings.Support BIM coordination and clash detection processes.Update drawings and models following design changes, site information and coordination meetings.Maintain drawing standards, revisions, naming conventions and file structuresWork with the wider Design Team to ensure mechanical and electrical services are properly coordinated.
Project & Design Coordination
Attend design, coordination and project meetings where required.Liaise with Project Managers, QSs, site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.Assist with responding to technical queries and requests for information.Review information received from clients, consultants and subcontractors.Assist with incorporating site survey information into design documentation.Support the Design Team in resolving technical issues during construction.
Documentation & Quality
Maintain accurate design records and document registers.Ensure drawings and technical documents are issued correctly and within agreed timescales.Follow company design procedures, quality requirements and document control processes.Assist with checking designs and drawings before issue.Maintain confidentiality of company, client and project information.Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, British Standards, Building Regulations and project specifications.
Site Support
Undertake occasional site visits to assist with surveys, inspections and designcoordination.Record site conditions and provide accurate information to the Design Team.Assist with resolving design issues identified during construction.Liaise with site personnel to understand practical installation requirements andconstraints.
Skills & Competencies
Some experience or education within MEP, building services, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction or a related discipline.Ability to read and understand technical drawings.Good understanding of basic building services principles.Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Good organisational and time-management skills.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Willingness to learn and develop technically.Good written and verbal communication skills.
Working Conditions
Office-basedFull-time, Monday to Thursday 8am -5pm Friday 8am – 4:30pmMay involve working to tight deadlines during project handover or tender periods.The duties outlined above are not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertakeadditional reasonable duties consistent with the level and purpose of the role.
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