Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Lead delivery with vision.

Join our collaborative Project & Programme Services team, where we have a impressive variety of projects on the go at any one time. So, joining us means you could take your career wherever your interests lie. Everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed and are ready to help you develop.

When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So, talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. We also value your transferable skills and potential and can't wait to invest in your training, development, and progression.

As one of our Quantity Surveyors, you'll deliver high-quality expertise that positively impacts society, the economy, and the environment. Enjoy opportunities to work closely with colleagues, clients, stakeholders, and contractors, leading smaller commissions or assisting on major projects. And our portfolio of structured training will help you achieve your career aspirations too.

Your role

You will be dealing with all aspects of pre and post contract surveying and cost management, including managing the client relationship and service delivery on a project basis, in conjunction with senior managers. Ideally, you'll have a knowledge base of local markets and will be able to support the generation of repeat business.

About you

You will have the necessary ambition and drive to not only deliver a high-quality professional service but also support the office with business development and marketing activities to help grow the team in Southampton and be able to demonstrate:

• Provide a full range of Quantity Surveying duties from project inception through to completion, working both as part of a team and individually. Prepare cost estimates, plans, tender and contract documents.
• Provide post contract Quantity Surveying services. Prepare data and reports to timescales in a format required by line management and clients. Experience in use of and knowledge of JCT and NEC3 suite of contracts. Track record at delivering projects to time and budget. Demonstrate a highly motivated, pro-active approach to clients.
• A courteous manner with a high level of professionalism. Good communication skills and good team worker.
• Flexible approach to work and an ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to provide innovative solutions. Have a conscientious and attentive attitude to always work.
• Client interface level of responsibility on a project basis in conjunction with senior grades. Ability to work with the minimum of supervision and on own initiative. Ability to communicate well at all levels. Knowledge and understanding of the component parts of a project and overall construction costs. Flexibility on being home, office or site based.
• A full driving licence and prepared to travel as required.IT literate with an understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Quantity Surveying related software packages (CostX etc.).
• Ideally a chartered member of the RICS or working towards final APC sitting in the next 18 months.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. 

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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