Quantity Surveyor
Contract: Government
Location: Preston, PR5 8BX
Hours of work: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Capital Projects team supporting a government account.
You will play a pivotal role in delivering cost management and commercial support across a portfolio of projects operating under NEC4 contracts, ensuring financial control, compliance and value delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
Job Description
We are looking for a commercially focused professional who can help implement and sustain high standards of cost management while supporting the cost-effective delivery of Capital Projects and MAC services across government accounts.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team with strong growth ambitions, exposure to high-profile projects and genuine career development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost plans.
- Monitor and report on financial performance against targets.
- Administer NEC4 contracts and ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
- Assess and manage contract risks, variations, compensation events and claims.
- Prepare tender documentation and support tender evaluation and procurement activities.
- Review applications for payment and prepare interim and final valuations.
- Provide commercial advice and reporting to project teams, clients, suppliers and senior stakeholders.
- Support governance, compliance, supply chain management and continuous improvement initiatives.Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Building Surveying.
- Proven experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction and/or FM industry.
- Strong knowledge of NEC4 contract administration.
- Expertise in cost management, tendering, procurement, valuations and risk management.
- Experience managing concurrent projects or programmes with a combined annual value of £5m+.
- Strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and cost management systems.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
- Eligibility to obtain BPSS and CTC clearance.
Desirable
- Experience within Government, FM, Corporate or Education environments.
- MRICS or RICS membership.
- NEC4 accreditation or working towards accreditation.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,
#aplacetobeyou,
#facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [email protected]
To find out more about what we do go here - https://www.uk.issworld.com/
Work Location: In person
