Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: Immediate
Industry: Property Maintenance / Refurbishment / Construction
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Salary & Package: Competitive, depending on experience
  
The Role & About the Client

ITS Building People are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Estimator on behalf of an established and successful national property maintenance and refurbishment contractor based in Southampton. The company provides quality and affordable property maintenance services to a wide range of public and private sector clients, managing all types of buildings across a variety of construction types and uses. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established business with a strong pipeline of work and a diverse client base, while benefiting from the resources of a national organisation with a strong local presence.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Preparing accurate estimates and tenders from drawings, specifications and schedules.
• Reviewing scopes of works and identifying project requirements.
• Carrying out material and labour take-offs.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Preparing competitive tender submissions.
• Identifying commercial risks, exclusions and opportunities.
• Liaising with clients to clarify specifications and requirements.
• Working closely with Contracts Managers and operational teams.
• Assisting with project budgets and cost control.
• Preparing valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitoring project costs against agreed budgets.
• Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners.
• Managing multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.
• Ideally, experience pricing painting tenders would be beneficial, but this is not essential.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or similar commercial professional.
• Experience within property maintenance, refurbishment, construction or a related environment.
• Strong understanding of construction and refurbishment costs.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience producing estimates and tenders.
• Strong subcontractor and supplier negotiation skills.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tenders while meeting deadlines.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Full understanding of construction processes and building works.
• Experience within property maintenance, planned maintenance, refurbishment, social housing, local authority, commercial property, residential, main contracting or facilities management would be beneficial.

How to Apply:

If you’re an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Estimator looking for your next permanent opportunity in Southampton, we’d like to hear from you.
Please submit your CV today or contact the ITS Building People Southampton office for a confidential discussion.

Equal Opportunities

ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.