Newstaff Employment

Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Newstaff Employment  •  £60k - £80k/yr  •  Luton, GB (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Newstaff Employment Services is recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator on behalf of our client, a successful and growing construction business.

This role is ideal for an experienced professional who is passionate about project cost management and wants to make a significant impact in delivering high-quality construction projects.

You will be responsible for evaluating project costs, preparing accurate estimates, and managing budgets throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, clients, and subcontractors to ensure that each project is completed on time and within budget.

Your expertise will be essential in identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and contractual obligations.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for a range of construction projects.
  • Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and contractual documents.
  • Conduct quantity take-offs and perform cost analysis for materials and labour.
  • Collaborate with the project team to identify risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential issues.
  • Negotiate terms with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive pricing.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation related to project costs, estimates, and contract changes.
  • Monitor project financial performance and report on budget variances.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, materials, and regulations affecting project costs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related field is ideal but not essential.
  • Proven experience as an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry is required.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, methods, and materials.
  • Proficient in estimation and quantity surveying software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite is ideal.
  • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Experience with contract law and construction regulations is a plus.

Benefits

Pension

Progression opportunities

Monday to Friday role 8 am to 5 pm

Salary: £60,000 pa to £80,000+ pa (negotiable depending on experience)

Interested? Please email CV asap to annemarie.harrington@newstaffemployment.co.uk

Newstaff Employment

About Newstaff Employment

Newstaff Employment services is an independent recruitment business with offices in Luton and St Albans. We provide temporary staff throughout Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and North London from these two locations and our permanent divisions provides a national service.

We offer a 24 hour 7 days a week service to employers.

Our consultants have a wealth of experience and specialise in an area of business they have the most experience in, with a weekly client base of over 100 companies using our service, we fully understand and plan for any seasonal peaks and different demands our clients face throughout the year.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated in the way we work closely with our clients and candidates, take time to understand their needs fully, and deliver a tailored package that accurately meets their requirements.

Our aim is to provide an honest service to job seekers, placing candidates in positions they want, in companies they want to work for. This in turn makes for happy reliable staff and happy clients.

We are not just thinking about short-term commission earners, we aim to build-up long-term relationships by supplying the service you want, at a competitive price.

Newstaff Employment services is a independent recruitment business based in Luton and St Albans. We cover Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and North London from these two locations.

We specialise in supplying staff in all Industrial, Driving, Office and Engineering positions on both a temporary and permanent basis.

We also run a national rec-rec and a national Senior Logistics personnel division.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Luton, GB
Year Founded
2006
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