Quantity Surveyor Team Lead Devon & Cornwall

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems.

Our Project & Programme Services team are proud to deliver on some of the most prestigious construction projects across the world. It's thanks to our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise and knowledge. Join us and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

When it comes to work-life balance, AtkinsRéalis is a great place to be. So, let's discuss how our flexible and remote working policies can support your priorities. We're passionate about are work while valuing each other equally. So, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality and being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.

Due to continued business growth across the West Region in UK AtkinsRéalis are looking for an exceptional Associate Quantity Surveyor / Managing Quantity Surveyor to join the Exeter office, which has a varied portfolio of clients and projects, both locally and nationally, with a strong reputation for delivering high quality cost management services.

Some of the projects you will be working on are high profile ranging in value from £5-100m+ capital value - this is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic, motivated and driven individual with strong quantity surveying experience from a consultancy background to join a world-leading player in its field. In return we will provide the necessary support to develop your career to the next level at this world class consultancy, whether you are currently an Associate QS looking for that next step, or an Managing QS looking for more scope and progress through to more a senior level, this could be the role for you. 

The office’s current client base covers a variety of different sectors including education, commercial, retail, residential, infrastructure, and corporate real estate.

We are looking for an Associate/Managing Quantity Surveyor to:

• Manage commercial aspects of commissions and/or projects including governance, fee management activities, together with internal job costings and resource requirements.
• Preparing fee proposals and bid submissions under guidance of senior colleagues.
• Manage the client relationship and service delivery on a project basis in conjunction with other colleagues.
• Take the lead, setting the pace, and monitoring all work executed, at all stages to ensure that an accurate, professional and quality service is delivered to clients.
• Play a key role in generating repeat business and new business opportunities/market opportunities.
• Apply the principles of quality assurance and environmental management in compliance with the organisation's Policies.
• Managing trainee, assistant and graduate colleagues, including undertaking performance and development reviews and mentoring/coaching less experienced colleagues.

To join us you’ll need:

• Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors membership or equivalent recognized institutional body.
• Thorough understanding of construction forms and techniques including construction costs, and ability to knowledgably advise clients.
• Strong customer management skills, including managing expectations.
• Ability to represent the company during bid interviews and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Competent knowledge of a range of procurement options available in the industry.
• Strong JCT and/or NEC contract experience.
• Detailed understanding of methods / rule of measurement and experience with appropriate electronic measurement and cost planning software packages.
• Effective people management skills, including training and mentoring less experienced members of staff.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK. 

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/csr

AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

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Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview, and we’ll discuss any adjustments you might need.

New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis.  It will take some time for all our information to update – you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below.

https://yourrewarduk.snclavalin.com/

Additional Information:

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Learn more.

Link: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equality-diversity-and-inclusion-uk-europe

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