Job Introduction
Built Environment within the Council's Assets and Facilities Management Service looks after the development of new and the maintenance of existing Council's property assets. The Council's property portfolio is varied including corporate offices and depots, leisure centres, libraries, residential homes, other community facilities and schools. Our projects range from the construction of new schools to day-to-day reactive property maintenance along with developing programmes of activity to reduce the environmental impact of the Council's estate.
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our dedicated team in the Corporate Resources Department.
This role is an opportunity to make a real difference in our vibrant and diverse city.
The main responsibilities of this role:
1) To assist and support the Senior Quantity Surveyor in the effective management and development of the Quantity Surveying Service, ensuring compliance with Authority policies and procedures.
2) Be responsible for the preparation and submission of ‘All trades’ tenders, quotations, estimates etc. for projects with values of up to approx. £1m, on occasion £1 m plus.
3) Negotiation of individual trade contractor and supplier interim and final accounts to a value up to £500k following the Council’s Contract Standing Orders and spend control processes as necessary.
4) As a member of the commercial Team, you will be expected to participate and contribute to the development and review of policies and strategies affecting the section including its scheme of delegation.
5) Work in conjunction with other construction professionals to ensure an effective Quantity Surveying and Estimating service.
6) To carry out regular reviews and reports on performance of construction contracts in accordance with all relevant documentation and financial constraints involving the Council’s direct labour or contractors.
7) To work in close partnership with Client’s Design Team and Operational Management to achieve high standards and financial requirements.
8) To represent the authority in negotiations with external clients or contractors, including their representatives or consultants.
9) To be able to interpret and produce Contractual Documentation to initiate preparation and submission of tenders.
10) To manage and prioritise own workload as required.
11) As required, provide the role of contract administrator for construction related contracts, documentation, orders and accounts as required, during the construction process.
12) As required, instruct, supervise and provide technical expertise to contractors, thereby ensuring that work is completed to specification and in accordance with agreed timetables.
13) Be responsible for the supervision and guidance of junior members of the team and staff from other sections of the department.
14) Be responsible for the measurement and valuation of all works including any relevant variations.
15) Ensure security of confidential and commercially sensitive inform
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Adam Sowden on 07484 499954 or email adam.sowden@bradford.gov.uk.
Employee Offer
Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf .
Equal Opportunities
We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
