Mechanical Quantity Surveyor

Mechanical Quantity Surveyor



Strong Group are currently working with an already-established, growing Mechanical specialist in Kent who are actively searching for a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join them on a permanent basis.

This is an office-based role, with visits to site as and when needed.

This role would suit a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor who has amassed at least 3+ years' experience in a similar role.

Projects are in Commercial Fit Out.

Project locations are mostly Central London.



Job Description for a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor:

* Prior experience within the Commercial Fit Out market
* Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies to ensure their proposals will work
* Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities with the architect and/or the client
* Negotiate contracts and work schedules
* Allocate work to subcontractors and oversee their work at all stages of the construction
* Perform risk, value management and cost control during construction
* Undertake cost analysis for repair and maintenance project work
* Advise on a procurement strategy
* Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks
* Provide advice on contractual claims and disputes
* Analyse outcomes and write detailed progress reports
* Value completed work, oversee bills and arrange payments
* Maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use
* Understand the implications of health and safety regulations

Person Specification for a Mechanical Quantity Surveyor:

* Written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear reports for conveying complex information in a simple way to a diverse range of people
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and develop relationships
* Numerical and data analysis skills
* A creative and innovative approach to problem solving
* IT skills and the ability to learn sophisticated design and costing IT packages
* Team work skills and the ability to motivate and lead those on site
* Project management skills
* Resilience, determination and the ability to work well under pressure
* Good commercial awareness
* A practical, logical and methodical approach to work
* Attention to detail
* Detailed knowledge of past and current building and construction technology, processes, materials, business and legal matters.

Salary for this role has been quoted as £50,000 - £60,000 pa plus package.

Please do apply with a copy of your CV to gerard.sathi@strong-group.co.uk / 020 3967 5020