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Function

As a Quantity Surveyor, you play a key role in the preparation of infrastructure projects. You will translate tender documents, bills of quantities and plans into clear and realistic cost estimates, thereby helping to determine which projects the company can successfully secure. You will be working for a family-run SME with strong local roots in the Antwerp port region, where collaboration, a down-to-earth approach and commitment are key values.

In this role, you will have a varied range of responsibilities involving both analytical and practical elements:

• You will analyse tender documents from start to finish, including specifications, bills of quantities, construction methods and plans.
• Together with your colleagues, you will decide which infrastructure projects ATF will cost and pursue, with projects up to Class 8.
• You request quotations from suppliers and subcontractors and compare prices, quality and feasibility.
• You will visit construction sites and project locations to accurately assess the situation on the ground.
• You will work closely with project managers and senior management to draw up strong, competitive and profitable quotations.
• You calculate the cost prices, margins, returns and potential risks associated with the projects.
• Once the contract has been awarded, you will remain involved to assess how your cost estimates translate into the actual implementation.
• You’ll play an active role in shaping the future growth of ATF and the projects the company launches on the market. Calcula

Profile

For this role, they are looking for an analytical and eager-to-learn professional with some initial experience of, or a strong interest in, cost estimation within civil engineering or road construction. You don’t need to have years of experience, but you must be able to switch easily between figures, plans and practical feasibility.

Ideally, your profile should look like this:

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a construction-related subject.
• You have between 0 and 3 years’ experience in cost estimation, work planning or site management within infrastructure or road construction projects.
• You have a thorough knowledge of the Standard Specification 250.
• You work smoothly with MS Office, with a strong focus on Excel.
• Experience with KPD Construction Office is a plus.
• You have strong analytical skills, are meticulous and have an eye for detail.
• You communicate clearly and professionally in Dutch, both verbally and in writing.
• You’re a team player who enjoys working with colleagues, customers and partners.
• You have a driving licence B.
• You are willing to visit construction sites from time to time in order to make an accurate assessment of the work being carried out.

Organisation

Our client is a construction company specialising in infrastructure. 15% of their projects are public tenders; the rest are very often carried out on-site at large companies in the port, such as BASF and Total. They also have a number of permanent teams based there. They currently employ 100 people, but that doesn’t detract from the fact that there’s a very close-knit, family-like atmosphere.

Offer

Our client is offering you a role that involves responsibility, variety and a tangible impact on the company’s projects. You will be joining a close-knit SME with a warm atmosphere, short lines of communication and a strong focus on working locally in and around the Port of Antwerp. Your place of work will be Zandvliet, apart from site visits.

You can look forward to an attractive and stable package, including:

• A permanent contract with a competitive remuneration package.
• Laptop, smartphone and non-statutory benefits.
• In-house and external training opportunities to further enhance your technical knowledge and costing skills.
• Holidays according to the construction leave, which ensures a clear work-life balance.
• A supportive and friendly working environment where people look out for one another.
• Regular staff activities, events and extras that help to create a pleasant team atmosphere.