Senior Quantity Surveyor
Anwyl is the perfect example of family business at its best. Across our business divisions – Partnerships, Homes and Joinery we are known for thoughtful building, creating quality properties that last, and that offer individuality and personalisation. We don’t just think of our buildings as bricks and mortar. We build places for people, and we build for tomorrow and beyond.
Hours: 8.30am – 5.15pm (Mon- Thurs)
8.30am – 4.00pm (Fri)
Salary: Competitive Salary + Car Allowance
Reporting to: Head of Commercial
Location: Head Office in Ewloe, North Wales
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain all cost control procedures working within the guidelines set out within the Group policies and procedures
- Be responsible for the compilation of all weekly, monthly and quarterly 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
- 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
- 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
- Prepare tenders and procure sub-contractors, goods and materials, using Group Procedures
- Compile subcontractor recommendations for approval
- Process Subcontract orders, payments and variations, using Group payment system in line with Group policy and procedures
- 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
- Liaise with site personnel and subcontractors in order to maximise productivity
- Attend all project and team meetings as required, and present the Commercial position to the meeting
- Compile and Present valuations at Regional valuation meetings
- Complete any other duties as required by the Chief Surveyor/Head of Commercial
The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience and attributes:
- Qualified to HND level or higher with a valid CSCS card
- Proven track record in similar role or at the level of Quantity Surveyor
- Must have a full understanding of current market conditions and rates
- Must be able to control cost to complete on all trades and on all provisions to ensure live cost certainly
- Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail, able to gather, interpret and present data to facilitate preparation of budgets and subsequent valuations
- Methodical, conscientious and organised, works to deliver high standards
- Strong IT skills, working knowledge of computer systems within the commercial environment, i.e. project management/payment and valuation software
- Articulate, clear and credible, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Able to contribute towards the resolution of disputes, problems and cost issues
- Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
- Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
- Wide experience in the discipline within the house building industry
- Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships both internally and externally
- Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, NHBC and Health and Safety requirements etc
- Team player, and supportive of colleagues
This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded company in the housing industry and work on a range of interesting projects.
Closing date: Friday 30th June 2023
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Smart Health
- Eyecare vouchers for Specsavers
- Wider Wallet (employee discount site)
- Length of Service
- Death in Service
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Gym discount
Anwyl Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.