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Quantity Surveyor in Chorley

On-site in Chorley·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 12 Nov)

Ipsum Group

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Our summary

Salary
£50,000 - £55,000 a year

About £3,290 - £3,540 a month after tax.

Work mode
On-site, Chorley
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date
Apply by Thursday 24 December
Holiday
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Commute
Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Nice to have

Ipsum Group is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Chorley.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Ideally, you'll have experience within a Quantity Surveying or commercial environment, with strong knowledge of NEC, JCT and/or FIDIC contract forms and experience managing the commercial lifecycle of projects. You'll be confident managing CVRs, WIP, forecasting, cashflow and change control, while supporting tendering, pricing activities and commercial risk management. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work independently across multiple projects. A relevant degree qualification is required, with progress towards or membership of a professional body such as RICS or ICES being advantageous.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
  • Group Personal Pension Plan
  • Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
  • 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
  • Life assurance cover
  • Long service recognition
  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

The role

What you'll do

  • Managing the commercial delivery of assigned projects and workstreams.
  • Leading tender pricing, commercial reviews and cashflow forecasting activities.
  • Managing CVRs, WIP, forecasting, reforecasting and change control processes.
  • Supporting contract administration and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
  • Managing applications for payment, final accounts and retention recovery.
  • Reviewing and managing commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Supporting subcontractor onboarding, commercial management and final account negotiations.
  • Acting as the primary commercial contact for your workstreams and supporting operational teams.
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping embed best practice across the commercial function.
  • Providing support and guidance to Assistant Quantity Surveyors and Graduates where required.

How you'll work

Location: Chorley

Employment type: Full Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm.

About the role...

As a growing business we are looking for two professional Quantity Surveyors to join our fantastic Commercial team. You will support with the development, implementation and management of all commercial activities and controls, taking ownership for the implementation of the group commercial strategy for the business unit you are assigned to. Ultimately, helping to maximise the profitability of the business unit whilst ensuring the Ipsum values are upheld. This is a full-time permanent role based from our Chorley office.

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Next steps...

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!

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