Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our refurbishment team, this is a full time permanent role.  Our head office base is Hatfield however this role will be working on sites in Kensington and Chelsea. We offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance and benefits package. 

This role is to work as part of our refurbishment team on social housing properties, you will be working on internal and external works. You will be responsible for managing your own jobs working on projects of circa 39 million.

What will you deliver? 

• • Management and control of subcontract orders, accounts and variation accounts in line with the main contract and sub-contract data base
  • Post-tender internal and external pricing analysis/assessment for sign-off whilst ensuring within budget
  • Conduct contract risk and opportunity assessment to identify these areas and plan for them accordingly to ensure pricing remains on budget without undermining Health and Safety.
  • Manage subcontractor and professional services selection for new schemes, ensure the chosen contractor has the appropriate order and information to carry out their work, and helping to prepare procurement schedules liaising with legal counsel as required regarding contractual information (collateral warranties, PCG’s, etc)
  • Completing a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projects.
  • Commercial reporting / CVRs completed independently to be submitted for MQS approval
  • Logical and auditable preparation of relevant documentation for valuation, procurement and commercial administration

What can we offer you? 

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes; 

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) 
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary 
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers 
• Gym membership discounts  
• Cycle to work scheme  
• Holiday purchase scheme 
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes 
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme 
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app 

Who are we looking for? 

• Relevant QS experience running your own jobs
• Social housing and refurbishment experience
• Experience working for a main contractor
• Experience with excellent influencing and negotiation skills with the supply chain and/or external clients to ensure the business maximises profit throughout contract schemes
• Excellent level of numeracy and verbal communication skills
• IT skills
• Full clean UK driving license

Who are we? 

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What’s next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers. 

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Senior Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Greater Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

To assist the Commercial Manager with effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.

To play a fundamental role within the site team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reportage, in accordance with company procedures.

To assist the CM in financial pre-commencement activities such as pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, initial subcontract negotiations.

To carry out key commercial tasks such as bonus payments, subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, Cost Value reportage, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.

Key Accountabilities

Within the Business

• Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
• Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
• To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
• Continue personal professional development.

Pre-commencement – Negotiated Schemes

• Assistance in the completion of Cost Plans for submission to client.
• Assistance in the completion of value engineering to ensure best value for the client and to maximise contribution for the business.
• Carry out analysis and agreement of specification to ensure rebate opportunities are maximised.
• Assistance in the agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
• Assist in the completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
• Appointment of initial subcontract packages.

Pre-commencement – Tendered Schemes

• Assistance in the agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
• Assist in the completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
• Appointment of initial subcontract packages.

Drawing take-offs and site re-measurement

• Take-off exercises prior to scheme commencement.
• Ongoing site re-measurement of measured works.
• Site checks & recording of variations in order to accurately produce internal and external valuations.

Subcontract procurement and order placement

• Production of enquires.
• Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
• Order value negotiations and agreements.
• Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
• Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
• Administration of order documents.

Subcontract Account Management

• Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
• Monitor and record works complete.
• Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
• Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
• Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.

Rebate reportage

• Ensure PSL is reviewed prior to subcontract procurement and that subcontract orders are placed in line with supply chain agreements.
• Completion of rebate reporting on a monthly basis and submitted to Rebate Champion.

Operative bonus payments

• Obtain weekly bonus sheets from directly employed operative.
• Check against Site Manager’s weekly time sheet.
• Apply pre-agreed bonus targets.
• Administration of payments.

Monthly cost value reports

• Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
• Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
• Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
• Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
• Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
• Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
• Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
• Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
• Ensure cash position updated accurately.
• Attend budget meetings with site team.
• Production of performance review document for senior management.
• Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.

Management of change orders/variation accounts

• Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
• Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
• Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
• Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
• Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.

External valuations

• Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
• Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
• Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
• Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Ensure interim certificate is obtained in line with contractual timeframes.

Internal valuations

• Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
• Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
• Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.

General contract administration

• Contract Filing.
• Keeping up to date log of drawings.
• Archiving completed schemes.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

• Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
• Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening

Skills and abilities

• High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word

Key Attributes

• Team Player.
• Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
• Ability to multitask;
• Well organised;
• Good time management skills;
• Self motivated; and
• Enthusiastic.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

 At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers. 

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Senior Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Greater Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

• To undertake effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.
• To play a fundamental role within the PSDS / Zero Carbon Projects Team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reporting, in accordance with company procedures.
• To mentor and manage junior member of the Commercial Team.
• To undertake pre-commencement activities such as tendering and pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, subcontract negotiations and appointments.
• To carry out key commercial tasks such as subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, CVR reporting, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.
• Carry out the above responsibilities across several concurrently programmed decarbonisation projects.

Key Accountabilities

Within the Business

• Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
• Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
• To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
• Continue personal professional development.

Pre-commencement – Negotiated Schemes

• The completion of Cost Plans for submission to client.
• The completion of value engineering to ensure best value for the client and to maximise contribution for the business.
• Carry out analysis and agreement of specification to ensure rebate opportunities are maximised.
• The agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
• The completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
• Appointment of subcontract packages.

Pre-commencement – Tendered Schemes

• Agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
• Completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
• Appointment of subcontract packages.

Drawing take-offs and site re-measurement

• Take-off exercises prior to scheme commencement.
• Ongoing site re-measurement of measured works.
• Site checks & recording of variations in order to accurately produce internal and external valuations.

Subcontract procurement and order placement

• Production of enquires.
• Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
• Order value negotiations and agreements.
• Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
• Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
• Administration of order documents.

Subcontract Account Management

• Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
• Monitor and record works complete.
• Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
• Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
• Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.

Rebate reportage

• Ensure PSL is reviewed prior to subcontract procurement and that subcontract orders are placed in line with supply chain agreements.
• Completion of rebate reporting on a monthly basis and submitted to Rebate Champion.

Monthly cost value reports

• Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
• Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
• Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
• Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
• Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
• Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
• Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
• Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
• Ensure cash position updated accurately.
• Attend budget meetings with site team.
• Production of performance review document for senior management.
• Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.

Management of change orders/variation accounts

• Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
• Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
• Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
• Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
• Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.

External valuations

• Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
• Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
• Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
• Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
• Ensure interim certificate is obtained in line with contractual timeframes.

Internal valuations

• Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
• Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
• Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.

General contract administration

• Contract Filing.
• Keeping up to date log of drawings.

• Archiving completed schemes.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

• Successful track record of construction project delivery. Public Sector decarbonisation / retrofit projects experience is desirable.
• Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
• Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening

Skills and abilities

• High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• People Management
• Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word

Key Attributes

• Team Player.
• Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
• Ability to multitask;
• Well organised;
• Good time management skills;
• Self motivated; and
• Enthusiastic.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

 At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers. 

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Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to be based in the North West. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary up to £55,000, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

To take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project in order to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues.  This is to include ensuring applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms and also ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors.  In addition, ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored.  To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy.

Key Accountabilities

• Control all expenditure
• Reconcile cost/value reports and profit forecasts
• To assist the Contract Manager with pre-start planning and programming
• Continual use of the sub-contract data base
• Sub-contract procurement and commercial management
• Management and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accounts
• Change management control
• Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
• To manage the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting
• Develop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughout
• Assist the Contract Manager with subcontractor selection and ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate skill set and capability to deliver the works. Place the appropriate order and all required information to carry out their work
• Liaise with the Contract Manager over contractual issues and take action as required
• Measure progress, submit valuations, submit final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner in accordance with the contracts
• Process subcontractor requests for payment
• Completing a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projects
• Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases
• Attend project and company related meetings
• Ensure the company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by an contractual or financial arrangement
• Manage the costs on a project to ensure both the company and the client is fully advised of the cost situation
• Sufficiently manage the financial aspects of the project to ensure the correct safety equipment is used at all times
• Be responsible for your safety and others around you
• Ensure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply change
• Assisting the development and training of trainee and assistant surveyors
• Maintain and develop professional relationships with the Client, to help future business development
• Any other reasonable management request

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

• Industry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor within a Social Housing environment
• Post graduate experience within a surveying position reporting to either a Senior Surveyor or a Commercial Manager
• Experience of social housing, including responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works

Skills and abilities

• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent level of numeracy
• Excellent influencing skills
• IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word etc.

Key Attributes

• Excellent Time Management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Prepared to work within various geographical areas
• Confident
• Self-motivated
• Enthusiastic
• Flexible & adaptable
• Good verbal and written communicator
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team
• Resilient

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

For more information about EQUANS, please visit:

https://www.equans.co.uk/equans

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. There is no re-location package with this job role. EQUANS do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

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