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Permanent opportunity for PQS at established consultancy in Lancashire

Your new company
You will be working for a multi disciplinary consultancy and market leader in strategic public/private partnerships with local authorities

Your new role
Due to continuing growth a vacancy has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor in the North West of England. The successful candidate will join a long established multi-disciplinary team and work alongside other quantity surveyors, project managers, surveyors, engineers and senior professionals. The workload will be varied and will cover both public & private sectors. The strong pipeline of work is based upon repeat basis combined with new wins, with our strength being the support of our Health, Education, Commercial & Local Government clients. Responsibilities will include:

Preparing and presenting order of cost estimates Advising on procurement strategies Cost-in-use studies Preparation of tender documents (based on schedule of works, bills of quantities and employer's requirements) and managing the tender process Input into value engineering Preparation of tender reports Compilation of contract documents Assessment and agreement of interim valuations Making cost checks and preparation of financial reports Dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes Negotiation and agreement of final accounts Interfacing with the client and other consultants at all project stages Managing workload and resources ensuring quality and timeliness of service delivery to clients Establishing and maintaining client relationships.
There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we'll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you and our clients. The company invests heavily in its people, recognising that its staff members are its most valuable asset. Individual training plans and accelerated schemes foster an environment of continual personal development.
What you'll need to succeed
Minimum 2 years post grad experience- BSc in Quantity Surveying Sound cost management experience in professional practice Excellent analytical skills and proficient in interrogating numerical and financial data Sound presentation, verbal, written and communication skills Personable and able to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients, in order to deliver a quality service and also maximise opportunities for repeat business Proficient in a wide range of IT skills including Microsoft Office packages (specifically Microsoft Excel and Project. Hold a full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return
A competitive salary of £35-£55k per year
23 days holiday (rising to 25 after 2 years' service and 27 after 5 years) plus Bank Holidays with the opportunity to buy extra leave
Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave and plenty more
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
What you need to do now

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