Acorn Property Group

We are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in our Cornwall office to join our busy Commercial Team, reporting to the Manging Surveyor and providing a QS service across a range of projects. You'll be ensuring these projects are delivered on time and within budget and that accurate and timely reports are produced for senior management. Role and Responsibility Management of commercial and contractual aspects of relationships with supply chain Measure, price, negotiate and agree budgets and costs including variations to project scope Check designs and project costs are correct and raise/resolve queries where necessary Attend pre-contract meetings, liaise with a wide range of construction professionals and ensure timely completion of agreed actions Produce and maintain up to date procurement schedules Compile and issue invitations to tender, analyse subcontractor quotations and make recommendations for placement of orders Compile subcontract orders for approval and provide ongoing contract admin through to Financial Accounting . Visit site to measure and value works completed . Assess subcontractor payment entitlement and process payments . Carry out reconciliation of cost and value to date/forecast to keep the management team informed of project performance . Work closely with contract and site management staff to support the smooth running of the office and site, carrying out other duties as required . Assist in the guidance and development of junior surveyors . Other commercial matters as required Qualifications / Experience The ideal candidate will demonstrate depth of experience in a commercial role within construction and be self motivated, detail orientated and very organised with an aptitude for working with numbers and absorbing technical information. _ A minimum requirement for this position is a degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management. A full clean UK driving license is required and access to a vehicle. _ Additional Skills The ability to manage & co-ordinate multiple tasks Work well in a team and individually Excellent excel, word and outlook skills Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent communication, presentation, management and negotiation skills Excellent organisational skills. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £65,000.00-£70,000.00 per year Additional pay: Bonus scheme Benefits: Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Newquay TR7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Do you have a Quantity Surveying or Construction Management degree? Education: Bachelor's (required) Experience: Quantity surveying for a house builder: 5 years (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence and access to a vehicle? (required) Work Location: In person