Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Construction Buyer Location: Preston - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary Circa £60,000 DOE What you''ll be doing: Preparing detailed cost estimates for construction projects, including materials, labour and overheads Drafting of NEC (New Engineering Contract)/JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) orders and supporting negotiation of contractual terms with supply chain Supporting both Pre and Post contract process and administration Dealing with multiple stakeholders at all levels within Client and Supply Chain organisations Producing and managing contractual timetables, ensuring prompt payment and protection for all parties in terms of cashflow Producing and maintaining accurate cost forecasts and support the maintenance of accurate Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Forecast Final Accounts (FFA) Your skills and experiences: Qualified Quantity Surveyor Construction cost management experience, preparing cost estimates, monitoring budgets and maintaining cost forecasts for construction projects Experience managing tendering processes, negotiating contracts, and administering NEC/JCT agreements Experience tracking project expenditure, certifying payments, managing variations, and implementing cost-saving strategies Working towards MRICS (or equivalent) or a Willingness to sit MRICS - desirable Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, ..... full job details .....