Position: Professional / Practicing Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: £55,000 per annum

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to join a leading consultancy in Manchester. As a PQS, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing project costs from inception to completion. You will provide expert advice on budgeting, procurement, and cost control, ensuring every project remains financially viable.

Key Responsibilities:

* Cost Consultancy: Engage with clients and project teams at every stage, from initial design to project completion, to provide accurate and strategic cost advice.

* Procurement Advice: Offer recommendations on procurement routes and support in hiring contractors to ensure optimal cost efficiency.

* Cost Planning: Produce detailed initial cost plans to align with the project's financial objectives.

* Contractor Payments: Collaborate with contractors' Quantity Surveyors (QS) to verify and authorise monthly payment applications.

* Price Adjustments: Approve any variations or changes to the original contract price, ensuring financial compliance.

* Site Visits: Conduct regular site visits (approximately once a week) to monitor project progress and ensure costs align with project deliverables.

Qualifications and Experience:

* Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

* Professional membership with RICS or similar (or working towards chartership).

* Proven experience as a PQS, particularly in handling large construction projects.

* Strong financial acumen, with the ability to advise on cost-effective solutions.

* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience in liaising with contractors and clients.

Salary and Benefits:

* Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum.

* Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

* Flexible working arrangements, with a mix of office-based and on-site duties.

Company Culture:

We foster a collaborative and innovative working environment where team members are encouraged to share their expertise and contribute to the success of high-profile projects. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility to ensure our employees thrive both professionally and personally.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

* Day shift

* Monday to Friday

Education:

* Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

* surveying: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

* Driving Licence (preferred)