A Position Is Vacant For Quantity Surveyor In Glasgow

Deanston Cooper is inviting applications for the position of a Quantity Surveyor who will perform a national civil engineering contractor located at Glasgow. Projects are worth £10 million contain include roads, bridges, groundworks, infrastructure works and sub stations.

Duties and Responsibilities :-

• To communicate with the operational management and provide suggestions on all matters regarding Contract and Commercial issues. 

• To sustain correct financial control systems and report in each month on Cost/Value Reconciliation. 

• To deal with and instruct on all financial aspects of contracts, certifying that valuations are optimized, validated and disbursed in time. 

• To check advancement on site regularly and play a vital role in issuing essential notices according to contract processes and timescales. 

• To organize cost predictions and value of all trades together with Preliminaries, monitor and report on same. 

• To arrange Preliminaries budgets along with contract staff, supervise and report on same. 

• Make sure that all quotations are cautiously examined and adhere to the specification confirming that the most competitive bids are attained. 

• Make sure that monthly meetings are organized properly to settle variations and not kept pending to the final account stage. 

• Make sure that quotations for supplementary works are perfect and acquired on time. 

• To handle subcontractors accounts precisely and efficiently to augment contract performance. 

• Procure competitive advantage 

• Be present at progress and other meetings as required to exemplify the company’s interests. 

• To work in tandem with the site management team, as necessary, safeguarding labour, materials and Sub-contractors to guarantee that contracts are executed timely and within budget.

Qualifications:

• Well versed with HND Quantity Surveying

• Related experience obtained performing with another civil engineering contractor

• Very good spoken and written communication skills

• Outstanding analytical & problem solving skills

Salary is offered £48 000 together with other facilities like plus car / car allowance and pension.

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The Construction Project Management Success Guide – An exclusive e-book for construction professionals

Andreas P has published the second edition of an exclusive construction e-book alias THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SUCCESS GUIDE. The book contains 53 pages and written in English languages. The book is priced at Rs. 1948 for hard cover edition and Rs. 1193 for paperback edition.

This construction e-book will provide detailed information on Construction Contracts, Estimating, Planning And Scheduling as well as expertise to deal with Trades And Home Renovations. Besides, one can also explore how re-emergence of the real estate market sparked renewed optimism in construction.

The book mainly highlights the fundamental percepts essential for controlling the life concerning a construction job. Brief discussions are provided on the construction project management covering the phases like the initial phase, the planning phase, the execution phase, the controlling phase, the closing phase.

Other important aspects of construction like contracting & contract management, the participants in construction job, the current building code, self-managing a construction project as well as the vital factors for completing the contracting job successfully are also discussed in this book.

This book will provide useful guidance for the project managers and homeowners to construct any residential properties successfully.

Buy it now from amazon www.amazon.in

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Midland Asphalt Materials Inc is seeking a project estimator in Bloomsburg, PA location

Midland Asphalt Materials Inc, a renowned company that deals with road resurfacing technology and pavement maintenance, is inviting application for the post of Project Estimator for the office located at Bloomsburg, PA.

The candidate has to develop cost estimation for projects (from initial to completion stage), modify the construction projects, and analytics to help in managing project development process efficiently.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Scrutinize documents for creating time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Arranges and organizes logistics, acquisition, and allotment of materials.
• Evaluates cost effectiveness of projects or services, finds the true costs toward the progression of the project.
• Assesses constructability/production analysis of bid documents together with specifications, site conditions, contracts and building codes.
• Make estimates for the management team toward planning, organizing and scheduling work, choosing vendors or subcontractors.
• Get in touch with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction operations to converse and prepare estimates and find solution for issues.
• Execute components of project plan that is essential prior to construction work crews visit the jobsites.
• Formulate estimates out of different types of bid documents and their major components together with components like bonding, insurance, indemnification, and damage clauses.
• Participate with pre-bid and job site meetings; Carry outs and/or joins pre-construction, progress and other project/activities and any staff meetings
• Locate and report real time cost data tracking real cost costs, schedules corresponding to bid proposals with the progression of the project.
• Make sure that any relevant federal/state prevailing wage rates guidelines are considered, supervised, enforced and retained per project bid requirements.
• Accomplishes other duties as necessary or assigned.

In order to submit your application, send CV and salary requirements tomidland.resumes@midlandasphalt.com 


Eligibilities:


• Posses BS Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Atleast 1-2 years’ experience of project cost estimating or working in a similar capacity.
• Must abide by the company Safety and Loss Prevention Program.


Other perks include medical, vision, dental and life & disability insurance.





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A position is vacant for Assistant Quantity Surveyor in North West England

Balfour Beatty Major Projects is planning to employ some Assistant Quantity Surveyors for a nuclear project in Cumbria. The job responsibilities will be supporting the commercial/quantity surveying team concerning commercial & contractual control as well as the co-ordination of the endeavors of all parties associated with carrying out of a particular project or series of projects.

Job responsibilities:-

• Perform the tasks entrusted by the various members of the Commercial/quantity surveying team like measurement for valuations.
• Make sure that all duties are executed in keeping the standard company HSE processes and work instructions.
• Help in administering and preserving the contract cost reporting system as ordered by the line manager.
• Get cash flows ready for payments in and out.
• Help in creating the perfect prediction of project cost to completion and final value.
• Facilitating the sub-contract tender procedure by providing support for creating the sub-contract documentation.
• Produce payment certificates for sub-contract work.
• Help in creating interim applications for payment.
• Help in making the valuation of variations.
• Help in making valuations and claims and make sure that these are compliant with appropriate records.
• Help in creating the precise monthly reporting of cost and value on the project(s) following the Company's reporting system.
• Recognize possible risk and opportunities and elevate these as correct.
• Execute assigned tasks in order to abide by the BMS and Group Minimum Commercial Expectations

If necessary with the particular project, help in applying BIM to support the development observance process, offer commercial reporting and include information to promote change management, variations orders and support all sub-contractors/supply chain members for incorporating subcontractor’s work with BIM.

• Live the Balfour Beatty Values.
• Provide a persistent focus on Zero Harm.
• Support the delivery of the CSUK Sustainability 2020 roadmap.

Qualifications: Prior knowledge in quantity surveying is necessary. Membership of a related professional body and/or working towards a pertinent professional qualification is desired (RICS/CIOB/RIBA/ICE/CIBSE). A legitimate CSCS card is needed.

Individuals should have the following expertise:

• Well versed with the tendering process.
• Familiar with the several contract forms generally applied in the construction industry.
• Sound knowledge with commercial management of Construction projects and the construction process in general.
• Good knowledge with sub-contracting principles.
• Knowledge for providing and acquiring Insurance, Bonds and Warranties.
• Expertise with administration, writing, numeracy, IT and MS Office.
• Capability for working in tandem with team and independently.
• Hardworking ability to work efficiently under pressure and rigid deadlines.
• Excellent negotiation skills with both internal and external customers.

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Kimley-Horn, Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, is looking for a licensed Structural/Civil (Bridge) Engineer

Kimley-Horn, the leading design consulting firm which is positioned as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For, is seeking a licensed Structural/Civil (Bridge) Engineer on full time basis. The location of the job will be Dallas, Texas. The deserving candidate has to set up bridge/structural civil design plans for public clients and join company’s structures practice in Dallas, Texas.

Qualifications & Eligibilities:

• At least 5 years of working experience (preferably from consultant background).

• Should contain a BS (MS preferred) from an ABET authorized university in the Civil Engineering stream;

• Should have sound communication, leadership and technical expertises essential to direct a team of structural engineers in production;

• Should contain a Bachelor's Degree;

• Should be well versed with the development of plans, specification and estimations for new design of and/or preservations and reconstruction of highway bridges along with a focusing on design calculations and plan production;

• Should acquire a Professional Engineer license in Texas;

• Must have experience in applying various software programs for general structural analysis, grid-analysis of curved steel girders, prestressed concrete beam designs and pier designs;

• Should be registered as P.E. - Professional Engineer.

The company is also providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Apply On-line

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A position is vacant for Construction Estimator/Project Manager in Toronto

Tony's Carpentry Ltd is seeking a construction cost estimator/project manager in Toronto (ON) on permanent basis. The yearly salary for this job will be min. $40000 max. $50000 for 40.0 hours per week.

The candidate should have 3 years to less than 5 years working experience in construction estimating and executing project worth $ 500,001 - $1,500,000. The candidate should also be well versed with Spreadsheets; Databases; Take-off packages; Scheduling packages.

Added advantage will be given to the candidates who have knowledge in preparing estimates of labour and material costs and master format estimates (Class : A) as well as organizing and retaining a directory of suppliers and contractors, creating estimates for general expenses and overheads, estimating pre-contract costs, applying quantity-take practices, exploring tenders and recommend awards, reading and understand blueprints, drawings and specifications.

If you thing that you are eligible for the post, then send your resume by attaching through e-mailinfo@tonysgroup.com

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Project Manager’s job at in SJ Louis Construction Inc

A suitable Project Manager is needed in SJ LOUIS CONSTRUCTION INC at Rockville, Minnesota, 56369, United States. The candidate needs to have a range of skills and expertise including vast know-how of construction. Experienced and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

The description of the job:-

The company – in SJ LOUIS CONSTRUCTION INC is renowned for United States national construction contractor in underground work, tunnelling and mining.

As a national corporation, this company has reputation to work public and private sector alongside east and west coast, helps them to built hand-built reputation.

Company Location - Rockville, Minnesota, 56369, United States North Dakota, United States South Dakota, United States Iowa, United States Wisconsin, United States Must for a candidate: Responsibilities-

• The manager has to guarantee safety and security on the jobsite.
• S/He has to develop project budget and scope of work plan, performing site visits, and reviews specs and drawings. The manager needs to secure any permits required for jobs.

• The project manager required to troubleshoot areas of concern on existing projects. S/he needs to communicate regularly and consistently with customers, engineers, sub-contractors and construction team to provide complete status updates of ongoing projects. Coordinate any required pre-construction meetings.
• The project manager ensures compliance with contract requirements through a thorough familiarization and understanding of project scope.
• S/he needs to prepare, revise and update the project schedule and job budgets. Review budgets versus actual performance with the Project Superintendent on a weekly basis and take corrective action as necessary.
• The project manager will work directly with subcontractors and material suppliers to make certain that all submittals are in order. Manage subcontractors’ schedules to ensure timely completion of work. Approve and submit subcontractor invoices for payment.
• The manager will ensure that all extra work is authorized in writing prior to starting additional work, by the owner and all appropriate change order documentation is prepared and executed.

The required skills:

• College degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred • Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy civil underground utilities construction
• Estimating background helpful
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
• Excellent communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential
• Computer proficiency, including use of construction software, Excel, Word & Outlook.

Ability to travel up to 50% of the time How to apply Job Posted: Less Than 1 Week

Position: Full Time

Salary: Unspecified

Email: craigb@sjlouis.com

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Western Kentucky University is seeking a Assistant Professor for Construction Management

Western Kentucky University, Department of Architectural and Manufacturing Sciences, is seeking an Assistant Professor for construction Management with a full-time, 9 month appointment commencing from January 2015. This position will be applicable for WKU’s main campus in Bowling Green, KY, a city of 54,000, situated about 60 miles north of Nashville, TN, and 120 miles south of Louisville, KY. The Department of Architectural and Description: The ideal candidate should have sound teaching & student advising capabilities as well as engagement in funded research and dissemination of research results through publication. Besides, the candidate should exhibit the skill to function efficiently in a team-oriented, various, multicultural environment.

Necessary Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Construction Management, or adjacent field.

• Minimum of three years of construction field experience or post-doctorate teaching experience.

• Having sound knowledge in spoken and written English.

• Aptitude to teach courses and laboratories in at least three of the following areas having ability to grow in two other areas: Estimating, Administration, Scheduling, Project Management, Contract Documents, Construction Law, Construction Methods and Materials, and Capstone Projects.

• Having skill to teach graduate and undergraduate courses.

All the applications should contains the documents like 1) a letter of application containing a statement of your interest in this position as well as your short-term and long-term teaching and research goals, including identification of courses you can teach, 2) a recent curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) statement of research interests, and 5) contact information of three references, including name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.

All the applications should be sent to the following address prior to October 15, 2014:-

Chair of Construction Management Search Committee 

Department of Architectural and Manufacturing Sciences

Western Kentucky University

1906 College Heights Blvd #51066

Bowling Green, Kentucky 42101- 1066

Alternatively, one can send their bio-data through email at ams@wku.edu

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A position is vacant for Estimating Assistance

An USA based manufacturing company is looking for an Estimating Assistance having expertise in math and computer.

Job Role:

• Work in tandem with estimating team and carry out quantity-takeoffs.

• Generate and keep up company database encompassing pricing & cost analysis.

• Perform estimates regarding planning, organizing, bids preparation, determination of most cost effective bid proposals.

Eligibility:

• Capability for reading, evaluating and interpreting blue prints, technical procedures, and project specifications.

• Ability to provide information efficiently as well as solve the queries submitted by groups of managers, clients or customers.

• Ability to handle mathematical concepts like fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.

• Deal with practical problems as well as diversified concrete variables effectively.

• Proficient with computer skill and applying MS Excel (creating formulas, pivot tables, etc.)

An Associates or Bachelor's degree is required.

The candidates who just completed their graduation, can also apply.

The working hours will be from 8am - 5pm and the pay-scale will range from $14-$15/HR.

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A position is vacant for Cost Engineer - estimating, cost, SAP

Cockram Construction is seeking  Cost Engineer - estimating, cost, SAP. Cockram Construction, an internationally recognized company,  has been successfully providing  construction services business for more than 150 years.

The ideal candidate should have the following educational & qualifications. 

Educational and Professional Qualifications:-

• 2+ years of project controls experience in the Construction Industry Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, building construction or similar is required or applicable experience.

• Knowledge of building construction, some general PM and estimating experience would be an advantage.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills are required.

• Strong focus on client support.

• Excellent oral and written communication, leadership, customer service, technical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:-

• Project Financial Accountant/Junior Cost Engineer supporting Project Controls Engineer with detailed project accounting service in accordance with procedures.

• Invoice review for accuracy and to identify possible cost savings and close-out.

• Benchmarking of final project costs.

• Coordination with Vendor Finance, Procurement and Project Managers along with Project Controls Group.

• Perform other Project Controls duties as assigned.

• Computer Systems: SAP, Unifier software and Microsoft Office required.

Location : US - CA, South San Francisco

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Estimator - Concrete Structures

Our client is an international post tension contractor specialising in the construction and remediation of concrete structures with projects ranging in value from $1 - 20m.

These projects include bridges, floor decks and tilt up panel both precast and poured in situ.

Due to company expansion they are seeking an Estimator to join their small but proactive office to estimate from first principle on new and remediation projects which will cover all aspects of remediation including stressing, grouting, painting and sand blasting.

This opportunity would suit someone from a specialist second tier concrete or civils contractor looking to make an impact in a growing company.

Due to this opportunity being an integral part of the company's growth plans our client requires candidates to have the following as a minimum:

• Tertiary Educated In Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 3 yrs Estimating Experience.
• WA / Local Contracting Experience Essential.
• Specialist Contractor Experience Advantageous.
• Ability To Work On Own Initiative.
• Proven Experience In Similar Role.

If you possess the above experience, skills & qualifications apply to Andy Stewart by emailing your CV in WORD format not PDF toandy@tognetti.com.au or phone me directly for a confidential discussion on 08 9322 3088.

Salary: $105,000 (pa)

You can also submit your resume by clicking on APPLY.

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Electrical Utility Construction Estimator

This position will be responsible for the preparation of electrical utility estimates for construction projects to aid management in bidding on or determining price of construction of service.

Estimating experience on electrical utility projects in the following construction and maintenance areas is preferred:

• Distribution, Overhead
• Distribution, Underground
• Substation
• Transmission

We are looking for a project estimator with strong time management skills and who is team-oriented. Candidate must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure, deadline driven environment with minimal supervision.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or similar field of study is preferred. Related work experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Ability to comprehend blueprints, construction drawings, unit takeoffs and other documentation to prepare time, cost, units, materials and other labor estimates.
• Consult with clients, vendors, other company personnel or construction supervision to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Interface with vendors or subcontractors during estimating process.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
• Assist in special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
• Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers and subcontractors.
• Physical Demands & Working Conditions: 
• The overall nature of this position is sedentary requiring little physical effort and occasional light physical exertion.
• The majority of work takes place inside an office environment however some field site time will be required.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work.
• At times extended periods of driving may be required.
• Overnight travel may be required.

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Heavy Highway Construction Managers/ Estimators/ Engineers

Mid-Atlantic work is for several bid packages & upcoming project management for projects related to: $600M So Capitol St Bridge; $2BB Metro Purple Line; $100M Design-Build Greenfield Hampton Roads; $100M WWSSC Utilities and ongoing $40M, $85M and $100M MD & VA DOT highway projects.

Must have experience working on DOT highway projects.

FL work is for several bid packages & upcoming project management to include: The I-4 Ultimate P3 project, a $2.1 Billion reconstruction project that is 21 miles long and has 140 bridges. I-75 Design Builds: The initial projects are $75M and $50M and involve widening I-75 and the associated bridges.

The remaining 4 projects will be advertised over the next 5 months. All ABoard Florida: A high speed rail project from Orlando to Miami; the Design Build sections have a total value of $500-$600M. These projects involve major earthwork, bridges, drainage and rail.

The Crosstown Parkway: This $140M Design Build project involves building a new bridge approximately 4,000 feet long over wetlands and navigable waterway.

The Field Engineer positions involve supervising correctness & work quality of $10M - $50M of: Roadwork: earthwork, storm drainage, roadbed, paving, barriers, curbs, signs and electrical scopes Structures – bridges/flyovers, water transverse bridges, pilings, abutments, columns, deck and walls.

Responsible for submittals, quantity tracking of materials, waste & yields; planning of the work in detail to provide direction and provide guidance to the Assist Superintendents and Foremen for performance of the work; take a leading role in the planning and resource control to achieve effective progress that meets the schedule.

Candidates must be BSCE professionals with large and complex DOT roadway & bridge projects experience involving federal & state specifications and construction procedures related to mainline roadway, interchange and bridge/structures construction.

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Quantity Surveyor MEP

Hill International (Middle East) is a US based Project Management and Claims Consultancy firm with offices throughout the World. With over 4,000 employees in 100 offices worldwide, Hill provides program management, project management, construction management and construction claims and consulting services. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as the 8th largest construction management firm in the World.

Hill International is seeking to employ a QS, with heavy construction experience, for one of its on-going projects in Qatar.

Qualifications and Requirements:-

• Degree qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Cost Engineering.
• At least 8 years’ experience on construction projects.
• An understanding of costs and FIDIC.
• A strong MEP background.
• Experience in heavy infrastructure projects.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

General Description of Role & Responsibilities:-

• Daily monitoring of contractor progress including materials delivered, materials installed, materials dredged, labor resources employed, equipment resources utilized and other statistical management
• Verification of the contractor’s monthly request for payment derived from surveyed completed fill quantities.
• Development and provision of data and information to produce progress reporting and monthly schedule status.
• Specific tasks will include but are not limited to the support of.
• Set-up of the budget and reporting process.
• Accumulation of statistical progress and resource data on a daily basis.
• Quantity estimates for progress payment purposes.
• Updated final quantity estimates based upon actual progress data.
• Provision of progress data for schedule purposes.
• Assistance as required for development of budgets and costs-at-completion.
• Variation analysis and estimates.

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