Placemaking & Regeneration
We are Developments, part of the Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's more than just homes that make a community - it's the people. That's why we build homes and manage communities where everyone can thrive.
We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.
More about your role
Senior Quantity Surveyors at Places for People are responsible for understanding, quantifying, budgeting, cash flowing and managing the costs of infrastructure delivery and building work involved in a construction project including the administering and procuring of a construction contract and consultant appointments. Projects across the portfolio include a proposed 8,500 home development on PfP's landholding at Gilston in East Hertfordshire, large scale complex multi-tenure and mixed-use developments, affordable development programme, joint venture schemes, projects for specialist subsidiaries and commercial development opportunities. This role will require
Detailed knowledge and understanding of main contract / subcontract terms and conditions including JCT/ICC/NEC and experience working on major infrastructure projects as part of multi-disciplinary team will be essential.
Being a Senior Quantity Surveyor requires a good working knowledge of the construction industry and a strong interest in keeping up with new developments. There can be some overlap, but the day-to-day roles and responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor in Places Developments will vary according to the stage of the project you're working on, meaning this is be a fast-paced and varied role.
For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.
More about you
You will require an appropriate qualification in the built environment, ideally RICS or studying towards. You will however need a good understanding of construction and development, focused on pre-construction. You will also require commercial and financial acumen with the ability to competently manage and track expenditures, financial goals and budgets. Lead with all aspects of the design, build, procurement & procedures are worked to and ensure implementation of commercial aspects on a single larger project or perhaps across multiple projects
This role is highly collaborative, and you will need the ability to work as part of a close-knit management team and manage numerous activities / projects simultaneously – both short and long term. You will work with a few internal and external stakeholders and will need to be able to evidence at interview where you have built long-term relationships using your strong influencing and negotiation skills.
The benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you job security and all the challenge you could wish for. Here people can flourish, thrive, better themselves and work in fantastic communities with inspirational colleagues and customers.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to help colleagues save money or make their lives a little bit easier which can include:
Bonus Company Car/Allowance Excellent holiday pay and sick pay Pension with matched contributions Training Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more
What's next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk
If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.
Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.
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If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls
Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident - We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.
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