Junior Quantity Surveyor
We have secured an exciting new contract in the South Down area and are now looking to recruit a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our team.
If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity, please apply below.
About the role
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with the delivery of major contracts and interpretation of client requirements.
Assist senior QS with management of client relationship & service delivery.
Accurate site measurements and drawing/taking off plans.
Preparation of quotations for client based on site measure & schedule of rates
Project management of schemes that receive approval.
Programming of project resources.
Maintain cost control of live projects.
Assist management of directly employed trades.
Procurement & management of supplier’s and sub-contractors.
Change control procedures on projects, identify & agree variations.
Ensure information is presented timely and accurate.
Preparation of accurate and prudent cost-value analysis.
Assist with interim and final account statement preparation & negotiation.
Pricing variations and costing compensation events.
Represent the Company in a professional & diligent manner.
Support Head Office helpdesk function.
Uphold Data Protection Policies.
Any other Ad hoc duties.
Required Qualifications
Recognised Construction Qualification (BSc/HNC/HND)
Recognised Quantity Surveying Qualification
Valid CSR Card or formal Health and Safety Training
Full UK Driving License
2 years’ experience in construction industry
Experience in Measured Terms Schedules (desirable)
Facilities Management Experience (desirable)
Experience in NIF & PSA Schedules(desirable)
Attributes/Skills -The successful candidate should
Possess an understanding of construction processes & methodology
Understand construction measurement principles
Strong IT skills (Excel/Word/Outlook)
Be capable of working on own initiative
Ability to work methodically and with attention to detail
Good communication and organisational skills
Have a good timekeeping and attendance record
Have the ability to work with a wide range of people
Be a good team player
Demonstrate ability to follow written and verbal directions
Demonstrate a flexible attitude towards assigned tasks
Be reliable & committed
Have ability to work to deadlines
Participate in overtime when required (including weekends)
Have ability to take on new skills
Have a positive approach to continuous improvement processes and techniques
In addition,
As the majority of the work will be conducted in Public Sector or Housing Associations, we will require a recent Access NI certificate CTS will perform a Access NI check as part of the on-boarding process.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from employment. We operate a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, which is available on request and forms part of our employee handbook provided at the point of secure employment.
We have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information, which is available on request and is also included in our employee handbook.
The role may also require the successful candidate to undertake work specific training on the job or externally.
Connect Transform Sustain (CTS)
Connect - Transform - Sustain CTS is an award-winning, industry leading facilities management company. Originally a building company, CTS has expanded into heating installation and has further diversified into building maintenance and property development. This has extended the company's reach to over 30,000 properties (and rising), across the island of Ireland. CTS prides itself on exceeding client’s expectations and making sure that the client is satisfied with all aspects of work. We offer full service maintenance contracts to a variety of clients ranging from homes through to education, healthcare, blue light services and other public sector clients. Our senior management team have over 150 years experience in maintenance and construction. CTS offers works from Waterford to Derry-Londonderry covering Irelands two largest cities of Dublin and Belfast.
Energy & Compliance Services From all sources of domestic and commercial heating appliances that we service and maintain, we also offer a full install and commission package. Property Services Our Property Services team delivers building maintenance for small, medium and large-scale developments, delivering all trades response and preventative maintenance packages to clients in a wide range of general and specialised works including plumbing, heating, flooring, fit out, renovation and insulation. Development We provide new build development of residential and commercial property schemes with a portfolio that stretches across the island of Ireland, including land acquisition and the build out of social housing projects right through to commercial premises.