Project Quantity Surveyor at Luton Borough Council
Luton, England, United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Nov, 25

Salary

48710.0

Posted On

03 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

CONTRACT TYPE: PERMANENT

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team to support the Design team in the delivery of numerous major projects by undertaking the full range of pre and post contract quantity surveying services including cost consultancy to ensure the effective and timely delivery of best value services that comply with all statutory building and design requirements and Council policy.
As the Project Quantity Surveyor, you will manage designated projects, acting as the lead consultant and collaborating with professional officers across departments and external organisations. You will provide cost consultancy for a diverse range of schemes, prepare preliminary estimates and feasibility studies, and advise on cost-effective construction methods and procurement strategies.

Duties

  • Cost estimating
  • Procurement and tendering, making recommendations and reporting thereon.
  • Contract preparation and working with JCT & NEC Suite of Contracts
  • Measurement to NRM2 standard
  • Project financial control and reporting, ensuring projects remain within budget.
  • Valuations
  • Agreeing final accounts
  • Risk Management

ABOUT YOU

You’ll have in-depth experience in Quantity Surveying procedures and practices, within a large public or private sector organisation. Your expertise will include project management, budget management, construction procurement, and collaborative working. Strong consultation, negotiation, and influencing skills are essential, as you will be liaising with a wide range of stakeholders. Your ability to organise and prioritise workloads effectively will enable you to meet deadlines and deliver exceptional service.
You will be adept at building and maintaining working partnerships both internally and externally. Clear and concise report writing skills are crucial, particularly when dealing with complex technical matters. A thorough understanding of regulations, procedures, and technical details is required to ensure compliance and best practices in Quantity Surveying.
Specialist knowledge of contract administration, including NEC and JCT forms of contract, as well as standard measurement methods and quantity surveying codes of practice, will be vital in this role.
You will hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and be a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Additionally, you must be able to attend site meetings and valuations within the Borough regularly (2–3 times per week). If you are a dedicated and experienced professional seeking an opportunity to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

ABOUT US

Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.
The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough

Responsibilities

BECAUSE OF THE NATURE OF THIS JOB, IT WILL BE NECESSARY FOR THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF CRIMINAL RECORD DISCLOSURE TO BE UNDERTAKEN. THIS POST IS EXEMPT FROM THE REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT 1974 AND THEREFORE APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO DECLARE ALL UNSPENT CAUTIONS AND CONVICTIONS; AND ALSO ANY ADULT CAUTIONS (SIMPLE OR CONDITIONAL), AND SPENT CONVICTIONS THAT ARE NOT PROTECTED AS DEFINED BY THE REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT 1974 (EXCEPTIONS) ORDER 1975 (AS AMENDED IN 2020). A PERSON’S CRIMINAL RECORD WILL NOT IN ITSELF PREVENT A PERSON FROM BEING APPOINTED TO THIS POST. APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE REFUSED POSTS BECAUSE OF OFFENCES WHICH ARE NOT RELEVANT TO, AND DO NOT PLACE THEM AT OR MAKE THEM A RISK IN, THE ROLE FOR WHICH THEY ARE APPLYING. HOWEVER IN THE EVENT OF THE EMPLOYMENT BEING TAKEN UP, ANY FAILURE TO DISCLOSE SUCH OFFENCE, AS DETAILED ABOVE, WILL RESULT IN DISMISSAL OR DISCIPLINARY ACTION BY THE AUTHORITY.

On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.

Duties

  • Cost estimating
  • Procurement and tendering, making recommendations and reporting thereon.
  • Contract preparation and working with JCT & NEC Suite of Contracts
  • Measurement to NRM2 standard
  • Project financial control and reporting, ensuring projects remain within budget.
  • Valuations
  • Agreeing final accounts
  • Risk Managemen
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