Quantity Surveyor
Role Overview
We’re looking for an experienced and commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Commercial team. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the commercial delivery of multiple projects, helping ensure they are delivered within budget while maximising commercial opportunities and managing risk. You’ll work closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams across Project Management, Finance, Installation, Sales and Design.
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Job description
Rendesco is the UK's leading heat pump and heat network business. We design, build, fund, own and operate heat networks and heat pump systems that help to decarbonise our homes. Our unique low cost and low carbon solutions enable new-build developers, social housing providers and homeowners to move away from gas quickly, affordably and at scale. We're at an inflection point. The market is moving decisively towards low carbon heating, and we have the capital, technology and track record to lead this transition. We’re now looking for talented people to help us build the future of low carbon energy.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced and commercially focused Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Commercial team. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the commercial delivery of multiple projects, helping ensure they are delivered within budget while maximising commercial opportunities and managing risk. You’ll work closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams across Project Management, Finance, Installation, Sales and Design.
Job requirements
- A Quantity Surveying degree, ideally at 2:1 or above.
- Relevant Quantity Surveying or commercial experience.
- Experience within the house-building sector is desirable.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
- Experience with cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Experience with contracts and subcontract management.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
- A proactive and adaptable approach, with a genuine interest in working in a high-growth business.
Job responsibilities
- Managing project budgets, forecasts and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
- Maximising commercial opportunities through variations and value engineering.
- Managing client, supplier and subcontractor relationships.
- Supporting contract and subcontract reviews and administration.
- Producing and negotiating variations using cost data, quotations and SORs.
- Reviewing valuations, progress claims and cost reports.
- Identifying and managing commercial risks across projects.
- Working with Sales to identify estimating risks, scope gaps and opportunities to improve future projects.
- Providing commercial support and reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor.
Job benefits
- Private Medical Insurance following successful completion of your probationary period.
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.
- £50 quarterly budget for a team social, or personal voucher of your choice.
- £30 monthly phone allowance.
- Company social events and celebrations throughout the year.
- A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
- Further training and development opportunities as we continue to grow.
About Rendesco
Independent UK clean heat network developer and operator providing ground-source heating for new-build homes.
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