Job Description

H&J Martin Ltd (part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group) is now recruiting for a

Quantity Surveyor.

Company:

H&J Martin Limited - Fit Out

Job Type:

Full Time, Permanent

Location:

Belfast

Our Business

H&J Martin Limited are a Fit Out and Asset Management company operating throughout the UK and Ireland. As part of the Lagan Specialist Contracting Group our mission is to provide Construction, Fit Out and Asset Management solutions in an environment where people feel safe, secure and valued.

Role Overview

Due to the continued success and growth of H&J Martin Fit Out, we currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team. The successful candidate will be working with market leading clients in retail, office, leisure and hospitality, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are procured and delivered within budgets and contractual restraints across UK and Ireland. This is an opportunity for a Quantity surveyor wanting to further develop their career and progress with a forward-thinking company that prides itself in investing in people.

What you'll do

The following reflect the main tasks associated with the position and are not intended to be exclusive or exhaustive:

Optimise project / contract profitability. Preparation of original cost estimates, bills of quantity and cost reviews at various stages of project design and construction Provide cost and value engineering advice through the development of the project. Review of contract documentation submitted by main contractor, and identify issues, risks, and opportunities. Negotiate construction prices with suppliers and subcontractors for competitive bidding. Manage the appointment of any sub-contractors, ensuring procurement is in line with business procedures and sub-contract covers the scope of works. Preparation of valuations Pricing of contract variations Prepare monthly project cost value reconciliation and value chain analysis reports for management review. Assist with the resolution of any contract disputes. Participating in project meetings, and preparing reports Build and maintain healthy and long-term relationships with clients, suppliers, and sub-contractors. Visit sites as necessary to compile estimates and review costs as projects progress Compliance with all company procedures, particularly health and safety policies and procedures at the workplace and on site Managing changes incoming and outgoing construction drawings and creating and maintaining appropriate files for all projects.

What you'll bring

As Quantity Surveyor your main skills and experience will include:

Essential Criteria

Have significant relevant Quantity Surveying experience Possess either a Third Level Qualification in Quantity Surveying or demonstrate significant and high level of experience obtained working in a comparable role Strong track record in managing and dealing with contractual issues on standard forms of contract such as JCT and NEC Be able to demonstrate the knowledge and experience required to complete projects under budget taking into consideration difficult time constraints Have an extensive knowledge of construction practices that can be used on site to analyse the design and propose potential cost saving measures keeping up to date with pricing matrices and inflationary impacts Possess advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and Information Technology in general Good commercial acumen to develop further opportunities Experience in the retail sector would be beneficial

Key Competencies:

Budgetary & Financial/commercial management Skills Planning, Prioritising & Organising Skills Influencing, negotiation and interpersonal communication skills Self-assertion and Personal impact Decision Making & Problem-Solving ability Maintaining and delivering excellent Customer Service Standards

How we'll reward you

Of course, we ensure that our benefits package is competitive and allows you to enjoy your downtime. As well as a competitive salary we'll provide a wide selection of lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your work/life priorities.

Our benefits include:

Excellent Annual Leave allowance with the ability to purchase additional days leave each year Occupational Sick Pay Paid subscription to relevant professional body/institution Life assurance Employer pension contribution Health Cash Plan with money off dental, optical, chiropody, physiotherapy to name just a few... Access to hundreds of deals and discounts for major retailers, restaurants and service providers. Cycle to work scheme Additional day's leave each year to support your choice of Volunteering activity On site Gym and Wellness Hub at our headquarters in Belfast open 7 days a week Discounted Gym membership

Your application

At Lagan Specialist Contracting Group, we want everyone to feel welcome. That's why we want you to know that we'll work with you to make the application process as smooth as possible. So please just let us know if you need any adjustments or support - we'll do whatever we can to help. Please be advised that H&J Martin will seek an Access NI Disclosure for this position, which will be used in the decision-making process.

We wish you every success in your application.

The closing date for completed applications is

Wednesday 30th April 2025 at 12noon.

LAGAN SPECIALIST CONTRACTING GROUP ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee mentoring programme Free fitness classes Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site gym On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/04/2025
Reference ID: FO/QS/0425