Quantity Surveyor (Data Centres)
XYZ Reality
United Kingdom
Posted on Oct 23, 2024
Introduction to XYZ
XYZ Reality are the creators of the world's first and only engineering-grade Augmented Reality solution, purpose built for the construction industry. Not only have we created this holographic technology, that sits within The Atom – a smart, site-safe headset/hardhat - but we deploy a project team of 'Field Application Engineers' onsite, who are using it for setting out, quality inspections, and progress capture - enabling us to maximise the efficiency of AR implementation and ensure that the need for rework is a thing of the past, saving our clients vast amounts of time and money.
We have grown to over 120 staff across the UK, Ireland, Mainland Europe, Canada and the US, and have worked on schemes with market-leading Data Centre and Mission Critical organisations across the globe to successfully deliver major projects.
Quantity Surveyor Opportunity
As our first "out and out" Quantity Surveyor, you will join our Project Controls team, and play a critical role in leading a commercial effort on behalf of our clients to ensure their projects run effectively and within budget. You will collaborate closely with our engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technology that is revolutionising the construction industry. You will be part of a dynamic team that is shaping the future of construction, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the industry as a whole.
If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for commercial delivery, and a desire to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team, then we want to hear from you... Join us and be part of a company that is changing the face of construction!
- Department
- Project Delivery
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Workplace type
- Fully remote
- Reporting To
- Eoin Manning
Key Responsibilities
- Working with and for our clients commercial team, helping them to ensure projects run effectively and in budget by using our data insights
- Pricing up project changes (variations etc).
- Working with internal team to incorporate costs into schedules and dashboards.
- Analyse data and cost impact due to change from projects, to calculate ROI (return on investment) to the client.
- Communicating cost savings with clients
- Monitor and manage budgets across projects to ensure margins are maintained.
- Build Database of Cost and Time information gathered from existing projects to be used to provide better estimates going forward.
- Develop and implement commercial strategies according to company goals and objectives aiming to accelerate growth
- Monitor performance of commercial activities using key metrics and prepare reports for senior management
- Assist our Sales teams in understanding the market and key players. Join prospective client calls to provide insights on ROI's coming from site.
- Create case studies on completed projects and demonstrate how our system assisted the successful delivery of the project.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or other Construction related course
- c. 3-6 years Construction QS experience (some flex)
- Data Centre experience highly preferred but other Mission Critical experience with M&E focus will also be considered
- In-depth understanding of market research methods and analysis
- Solid knowledge of performance reporting and financial/budgeting processes
- Commercial awareness partnered with a strategic mindset
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong written and oral competency in English.
- Enjoyment for teaching and learning from those around you.
Benefits
- 25 days paid holidays plus bank holidays
- Christmas shutdown days on top - 2-4 per year
- Private health insurance with Vitality (UK based employees)
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid (London office) or Remote (UK or Ireland) with semi-regular travel to projects across the UK & Europe and office visits
- Modern, high performing, start up culture
- Mentorship and coaching schemes available
- Professional development, performance management and career progression frameworks in place
- Biannual salary reviews
- Cycle to work scheme
- Playing a valuable part in revolutionising the industry
At XYZ, we believe that our greatest strength lies in the diversity of our team. We are dedicated to creating a workplace culture that embraces and celebrates the unique perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our employees. Our mission is to empower each member of our team to bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, which are essential to our success as a company. By valuing and promoting equality and diversity, we create an environment where all voices are heard, all ideas are considered, and all individuals are empowered to make a meaningful contribution to our shared mission.
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