Due to an increased workload, our commercial team we are now recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor.

This will be a varied role within a small but busy team. The role is likely to evolve over time due to the changing needs of the business.  The suitable applicant must have the key attributes listed below;

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Measure for, prepare and submit detailed interim valuations and final accounts/sub-contracts
• Full responsibility for own projects
• Exercise cost control of projects
• Ensure financial recovery of contractual entitlements
• Analysis, evaluation and negotiation of quotations/tenders from sub-contractors ensuring best value
• Prepare and manage detailed project budgets
• Collation of all reconciliations of costs and reporting of monthly cost reports
• Read and understand contract & project documents
• Deal with variations efficiently
• Work effectively with other staff, teams and departments to deliver client satisfaction
• Liaise regularly and effectively with clients’ key staff at all levels
• Take reasonable and efficient steps to ensure timely payments in line with the programmed schedule
• To attend, contribute to and lead meetings as required
• To work in accordance with all company policies, processes and procedures
• Ensuring confidentiality and commercial sensitivity
• Prepare enquiries and obtain quotes from sub-contractors/suppliers
• Price preliminary elements and include Health and safety compliance
• Undertake cost amendments in a timely manner
• Undertake site surveys, attend site meetings with clients, architects and sub-contractors as appropriate, individually or in conjunction with senior management
• Procure materials and services, efficiently and competitively as required
• Manage contract documents and CDM documentation
• Write detailed specifications when required
• Prepare valuations, invoices, records of dayworks

Person Specification:

• Substantial previous experience in Quantity Surveying within a relevant business environment
• A valid CSCS card
• Membership of a relevant professional body and/or relevant professional qualification, such as RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE
• Sound working knowledge of construction and contract law and various forms of Conditions of Contract
• Significant knowledge of construction techniques on particular projects
• Strong Commercial awareness
• Degree or other relevant qualification
• Operational experience/knowledge in construction industry
• High level of site awareness
• Company policies, processes, procedures and the Quality Assurance system
• Health and Safety law and practice
• Appropriate IT skills including the use of company software packages
• High level Communication & Negotiation skills
• Information management skills
• A clear aptitude to working autonomously and the ability to drive things forward without being prompted
• Being a good communicator, both verbally and in writing, is essential to this role
• Strong influencing, negotiation and management skills
• An ability to adapt and work to tight timescales whilst maintaining attention to detail.

The remuneration package will be negotiable depending on experience.

R H Irving Construction Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, so we welcome applications from any suitably qualified individual.  If you feel you have the necessary qualities to succeed in this role, please forward a covering letter and CV, marked ‘Private & Confidential’, for the attention of Ruth Hind, H R Advisor, R H Irving Construction Ltd, Hylton House, Borders Business Park, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5TD or by e.mail to ruthhind@rhi-construction.co.uk.

Due to expansion within our operations team we are now recruiting for a part-time Stores and Plant Maintenance Operative.

This will be a varied role which is likely to evolve over time due to the changing needs of the business. The suitable applicant must have relevant construction site experience and the key attributes listed below.

Key Purpose:

• To check and organise goods received to stores and yard, then issue to site as required, completing all necessary paperwork and keeping the stores and yard tidy. Also, to undertake or organise ad hoc maintenance and regular servicing of small plant and tools.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• To ensure stores are organised and maintained in a clean, tidy and efficient manner
• To assist with stock control, ordering and completing relevant documentation
• To carry out HAV’s and PAT testing as and when required (full training will be given)
• To work as part of a team to ensure central stores are operating efficiently and effectively
• To ensure R H Irving Construction Ltd small plant and tools are safe and fit for use

 Person Specification:  

• A good working knowledge of the company’s general operations
• Hold a full current driving licence to drive up to 3.5t goods vehicles
• Telehandler license
• Good organisation and planning skills
• Effective communication skills
• Basic computer skills, although training will be provided
• To undertake training towards a HAV’s and PAT testing
• To undertake training in the control and hire of plant and equipment
• Present a positive image of self and Company including personal appearance, punctuality, honesty and reliability, etc.
• Self-motivation – taking personal responsibility for making things happen
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing Company needs
• Ability to accept feedback and a willingness to learn/develop own skills, knowledge & behaviors’
• Work as part of a team by showing respect, support and consideration for the views and actions of colleagues & others
• Effective thinking and decision making
• Taking a personal pride in your area of work.
• To be prepared to undertake all relevant training.

Hours of work: Monday- Friday 08.00am -12.00 noon 20hrs a week initially, with flexibility to increase hours should business needs change.  The remuneration package will be negotiable depending on experience.

R H Irving Construction Ltd is an equal opportunities employer, so we welcome applications from any suitably qualified individual.  If you feel you have the necessary qualities to succeed in this role, please request an application form on 01228 792777 or forward a covering letter and CV including details of relevant experience, marked ‘Private & Confidential’, for the attention of Ruth Hind, HR Advisor, R H Irving Construction Ltd, Hylton House, Borders Business Park, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA6 5TD or by e.mail to ruthhind@rhi-construction.co.uk.

Please note that we have an applicant’s privacy policy which is additional to our general privacy policy (published on our website).  If you wish to apply and would like a copy of the policy, then please request details from ruthhind@rhi-construction.co.uk.

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