Quantity Surveyor

Equans are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to be based in Birmingham (Coleshill). This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package. General OverviewTo take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project in order to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues. This is to include ensuring applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms and also ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors. In addition, ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored. To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy. Key AccountabilitiesControl all expenditureReconcile cost/value reports and profit forecastsTo assist the Contract Manager with pre-start planning and programmingContinual use of the sub-contract data baseSub-contract procurement and commercial managementManagement and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accountsChange management controlAssisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunitiesTo manage the day to day cost control, monitoring and reportingDevelop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughoutAssist the Contract Manager with subcontractor selection and ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate skill set and capability to deliver the works. Place the appropriate order and all required information to carry out their workLiaise with the Contract Manager over contractual issues and take action as requiredMeasure progress, submit valuations, submit final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner in accordance with the contractsProcess subcontractor requests for paymentCompleting a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projectsWhere appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phasesAttend project and company related meetingsEnsure the company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by an contractual or financial arrangementManage the costs on a project to ensure both the company and the client is fully advised of the cost situationSufficiently manage the financial aspects of the project to ensure the correct safety equipment is used at all timesBe responsible for your safety and others around youEnsure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply changeAssisting the development and training of trainee and assistant surveyorsMaintain and develop professional relationships with the Client, to help future business developmentAny other reasonable management request What can we offer you?On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salaryEmployee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailersGym membership discountsCycle to work schemeHoliday purchase scheme2 corporate social responsibility days per yearBroad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesAttractive Employee Referral Rewards SchemeAccess to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app Who are we looking for?ExperienceIndustry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor within a Social Housing environmentPost graduate experience within a surveying position reporting to either a Senior Surveyor or a Commercial ManagerExperience of social housing, including responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works Who are we?Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. What’s next?If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.For more information about EQUANS, please visit:https://www.equans.co.uk/equansFor this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. There is no re-location package with this job role. EQUANS do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.