Quantity Surveyor

• Cost estimation: Reviewing architectural plans to estimate material and labour costs and prepare budgets.
• Budget management: Monitoring project costs, tracking expenses against the budget, and making adjustments as needed.
• Contract administration: Preparing, negotiating, and managing contracts with contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Risk assessment: Identifying potential financial or construction risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Financial reporting: Preparing detailed progress reports and final accounts for clients and stakeholders.
• Liaison and communication: Acting as a link between clients, project managers, architects, and engineers.
• Procurement: Managing the tender process, including evaluating bids and awarding work to subcontractors.

Key skills and qualities

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of construction, contracts, and regulations.
• Negotiating skills.
• Methodical and practical approach.