Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Since its inception in 1950, Freyssinet has been at the forefront of providing specialised civil engineering technology, consultancy, and installation for projects large and small.

Freyssinet forms part of the Soletanche Freyssinet Group, a name that is respected worldwide for delivering innovative solutions and pushing the envelope of civil and structural engineering achievement. 

Originally a specialist in bridge components and post-tensioning, Freyssinet has successfully expanded its portfolio of products and services into repair, protection and strengthening of structures: specialising in diagnostic surveys, repairs, refurbishment, bridge bearings and cathodic protection to reinforced concrete in the building, civil and marine sectors.

In 2007 the Freyssinet Group adopted the ‘Sustainable Technology’ tagline. Its products and services offer high value-added solutions which are synonymous with sustainability, our aim is “to do more with less materials and energy”, setting us apart from conventional solutions.

Accountabilities:

Analytical Thinking & Decision Making

·         Orders information and systematically checks data

Cost Engineering

·         Measure, record & value work unsupervised in accordance with appropriate rules and procedures

Estimating

·         Measure & interpret specifications & drawings

·         Build up estimates from first principle including net and gross estimates

·         Translate measurement from drawings and Specifications and prepare Bills of Quantities and Schedules of rates

Planning

·         Review weekly, monthly, section programmes of works

·         Plan commercial activities to meet requirements of section programmes

·         Have an understanding of delay and disruption programmes

Project Management

·         Use the Company’s software systems

·         Collation of Cost and Value Information

·         Preparation of Cost reconciliation statement 

Procurement

·         Collect information required to specify procurement requirements

·         Record and document information including registration of interest

·         Understand the steps / documentation required

Commercial Management

·         Collation of cost and value information

·         Measurement of works and agreements with subcontractors

Desired profile

The Opportunity:

A great opportunity to join our growing team in the South East. You will already have proven experience in managing costs relating to civil engineering projects. You will work alongside a Commercial Manager and Senior Quantity Surveyor and be responsible for a range of commercial duties, including procurement.

Qualities & Experience: 

The following qualifications are essential:

·         BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or experience equivalent

The following qualities/experience are desirable:

·         Communication

·         Teamwork

·         Achievement Focus (Achieving Results)

·         Previous Commercial Work experience

·         Industry knowledge

Professional Development: 

You will be chartered or working towards achieving professional membership of the RICS, ICES or CIOB

About Freyssinet UK

Since its inception in 1950, Freyssinet has been at the forefront of providing specialised civil engineering technology, consultancy and installation for projects large and small.

Freyssinet forms part of the Soletanche Freyssinet Group, a name that is respected worldwide for delivering innovative solutions and pushing the envelope of civil and structural engineering achievement.

Originally a specialist in bridge components and post-tensioning, Freyssinet has successfully expanded its portfolio of products and services into repair, protection and strengthening of structures: specialising in diagnostic surveys, repairs, refurbishment, bridge bearings, expansion joints and cathodic protection to reinforced concrete in the building, civil and marine sectors.

Our employees are at the heart of everything Freyssinet does. Our motivated and dedicated workforce is a key driver of the exceptional service, skill and quality Freyssinet is renowned for, delivering complex and pioneering projects all around the UK.
We believe in providing our employees with excellent benefits and place great importance on people development, helping our people to achieve their full potential and enjoy interesting and rewarding careers.

REAL PEOPLE, REAL WORK, REAL REWARDS - Build a lasting career with Freyssinet, apply now.