Quantity Surveyor

We're looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team based at Stonebridge Park. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or aspiring Quantity Surveyor to develop their career within a supportive environment, gaining hands-on experience across contract administration, commercial management, tendering, estimating and site surveying activities. You'll work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and wider operational teams, supporting the delivery of high-quality commercial services while developing your technical and professional knowledge. What you'll be doing:

• Supporting the Quantity Surveying team with contract administration and quantity surveying activities across a range of
contracts.
• Support the management and delivery of planned works programmes, including kitchen and bathroom replacements, gas works, and
wider property improvement projects, helping to monitor costs, performance, and project delivery from an office-based environment.
• Assisting with tendering, estimating and the preparation of quotations for non-scheduled works.
• Undertaking site surveys and supporting the identification of new business opportunities.
• Providing management information to support service delivery and contractual performance.
• Supporting the management of invoicing processes, helping to improve accuracy and reduce invoice rejections.
• Working with contractors and subcontractors to ensure quality, cost, environmental and customer requirements are achieved.
• Assisting with the authorisation and generation of variations to agreed works and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting commercial reporting and the assessment of profit and loss across contracts and individual jobs.
• Helping managers and operational teams improve financial performance across workstreams.
• Supporting the monitoring and reporting of key performance measures and commercial indicators.
• Developing an understanding of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates and supporting the sharing of commercial best
practice across the business.
• Maintaining accurate records, files and documentation to support service delivery and compliance requirements.
  
  Currently studying towards or having achieved a Degree or equivalent professional qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• NVQ Level 3 in Management or Construction.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• An understanding of site health and safety requirements.
• A customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering excellent service.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible approach with the ability to manage a variety of tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently whilst also contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Full UK or EU driving licence.
  
  HMS offers a great benefits package designed to support you on and off the job. You can view our full employee benefits pack on
our website to see everything available across the Torus Group. Please see below an overview of our key employee benefits:
• Generous annual leave - 24 days plus bank holidays, rising each year up to 28.
• Car allowance - this role includes a car allowance to support business travel requirements.
• Health and Wellness - For eligible roles, we offer additional health support such as BUPA health expenses coverage, helping you
manage everyday healthcare costs.
• Family support - enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Financial flexibility - Aviva pension and Wagestream for instant access to part of your pay.
• Travel & transport perks - lease car scheme and discounts on bikes, holidays and more.
• Continuous learning - e-learning, workshops and support for professional qualifications.
• Recognition & wellbeing - reward schemes, volunteering, enhanced sick pay and discounted gym memberships.
• Flexible working - agile working that supports your needs on and off the job.
• Comfortable workspaces - good offices, strong transport links, employee assistance and occupational health support.
Interview Process:
• Candidates will be invited to attend an interview which will explore their commercial awareness, communication skills,
technical understanding and suitability for a career in Quantity Surveying. Interviews will take place at our Stonebridge Park, Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
• Right to work verification.
• Qualification certificate check (where applicable).
• Two satisfactory references.
• Occupational Health questionnaire - Fit for Work.
• DBS check (if required for the role).
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed terms and conditions.