Job Description:
Conrad Consulting is working with a well-established property and construction consultancy to recruit a Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to join their team in Jersey.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded construction professional looking to take on a varied workload, working across both quantity surveying and project management on a range of property and construction projects.
Please note: Candidates must have an existing connection to Jersey, such as currently living on the island or having family or friends based there. Applications from candidates with no existing ties to Jersey are unlikely to be considered.
The Role
You will play a key role in delivering professional consultancy services to a diverse client base, taking responsibility for projects from initial inception through to completion.
The position offers a varied workload, combining cost management and quantity surveying responsibilities with the coordination and delivery of construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide quantity surveying and cost management services across a range of construction and property projects.
- Prepare cost estimates, budgets, cost plans and tender documentation.
- Manage procurement processes, tender analysis and contractor appointments.
- Administer contracts and monitor project costs, variations and financial performance.
- Lead and coordinate projects from inception through to completion.
- Manage project programmes, resources, risks and stakeholder expectations.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders.
- Monitor progress on site and help ensure projects are delivered to the required quality, budget and timescales.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to support the wider business.
About You
We are keen to hear from candidates with experience in quantity surveying, project management or a combination of both, ideally gained within a construction consultancy or similar professional practice.
You will ideally have:
- Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager or in a combined QS/PM role.
- A strong understanding of construction costs, procurement and contract administration.
- Experience managing construction projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, organisational and commercial skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and build positive client relationships.
- A relevant degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Project Management or a related construction discipline.
- MRICS, MAPM or working towards professional accreditation would be advantageous.
Essential location requirement: You must currently be based in Jersey or have genuine existing ties to the island, such as family or friends living there, and be able to demonstrate a realistic commitment to working in Jersey.
What's on Offer?
- The opportunity to join an established property and construction consultancy.
- A varied role combining quantity surveying and project management.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of construction and property projects.
- The opportunity to develop your professional skills and take on responsibility.
- A competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.
- The chance to build your career in Jersey and benefit from the island's distinctive lifestyle.