Gateley
Quantity Surveying

Employers Agent / Quantity Surveyor

We are looking for a talented and ambitious Employers Agent / Quantity Surveyor, with consultancy experience who are dedicated to providing an excellent service.

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to our HR Advisor, Becky Booth – beckybooth@gateleyrja.com

Employers Agent / Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities

  • Taking the lead on a range of construction projects and supervising the work of the quantity surveyors, assistants and apprentices in your team and helping them to fulfil their potential.
  • Acting as the principal point of contact with the project client and the other consultants on the design team.
  • Working independently and taking responsibility for the successful delivery of Gateley RJA’s QS / PM services on all projects you are working on.
  • Actively looking to take on additional responsibility and able to stand in for the Associate or Senior QS when they are unavailable.
  • Acting as Employer’s Agent on Design and Build projects.
  • Following the company Quality Management System in the delivery of all services.
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously and developing excellent time management strategies.
  • Treating all clients to exceptional level of service.
  • Undertaking a minimum of 20 hours Continuing Professional Development every year.
  • The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall objectives of the business.

Employers Agent / Quantity Surveyor Requirements

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Cost Management or a related field.
  • Ideally, a Chartered member of the RICS, or a commitment to achieve Chartered status within 2 years.
  • Extensive experience in running own projects quantity surveying and / or project management for either a Private Practice, Construction Company or related organisation.
  • Proficiency in measurement, ideally using CostX Measurement Software.
  • Experience in running projects independently.
  • Strategically minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Skilled negotiator.
  • Driving licence and own car. Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as required.

Position Type

Full-Time

Location

London (Gateley Office)

Annual Leave

25 days plus bank holidays

Salary

Competitive, with comprehensive benefits

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