English Cross Vacancies

We are seeking to appoint an office based Quantity Surveyor to join our existing team in Newbury, working on bespoke residential new build & refurbishment projects. The role will encompass both quantity surveying, estimating & more general duties working as part of a small enthusiastic team involved from initial design to build completion on individual contracts ranging generally from £100k to £1m. We are looking for a talented & dedicated individual with:

• Experience in UK residential construction
• An excellent understanding of build process
• Experience in Main Contract Tender Procurement/negotiation & a working knowledge of Subcontract engagement
• Skilled in valuing stage payments & concluding Final Accounts
• Involvement in working with JCT Contracts, ideally as Contract Administrator
• A good working knowledge of generic construction rates
• An ability to produce Cost Plans, budgets & tenders at both high & detailed level from both outline and detailed specifications &/or drawings
• Experience in using estimating software & a good general IT knowledge
• Good planning & personal skills, well organised & able to communicate well working  both independently with little supervision, as a team and with third parties
• The ability to demonstrate good initiative, be self-motivated, proactive, forward thinking & enthusiastic
• A willingness to contribute to the development of the business

Intermediate or training positions may also be considered – please apply

If you would like to join us, please send your CV and any relevant supporting information to:

hello@englishcross.co.uk quoting: QS Vacancy