James King
Morden,Merton
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in Excel spreadsheets, design review, and proactive decision-making. Demonstrates a strong understanding of building regulations, materials estimation accuracy, and contractual interpretation. Committed to quality assurance with a focus on delivering precise and efficient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
MTEK Civil Engineering Ltd.
Reigate, Surrey
2022.04 - Current
- Performed regular checks on ongoing projects against initial estimates to highlight any discrepancies early.
- Maximised commercial results and profit margins for allocated projects.
- Collaborated with project teams to understand design requirements and constraints.
Estiamtor / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
GEARS / Statom Group Ltd.
Dartford, Kent
2019.09 - 2022.03
- Worked collaboratively with clients throughout projects to ensure good working relationship.
- Reviewed drawings regularly to ensure any revisions are picked up and priced accordingly.
Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
Reigate, Surrey
2015.12 - 2019.08
- Managed multiple construction projects, ensuring adherence to budget and timeline parameters.
- Delivered accurate cost estimates for large-scale construction projects.
Estimator / Assistant QS - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
Reigate, Surrey
2014.12 - 2015.12
- Undertook regular site visits to assess progress against project milestones.
- Assessed applications, valuations and cost reconciliations and drafted reports with findings.
Trainee Estimator - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
Reigate, Surrey
2011.07 - 2014.12
- Collaborated with other departments for comprehensive project costings.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when reviewing tender documents for inconsistencies or errors.
Skills
- Proficient in Excel, with good knowledge of how to utilise formulae effectively
- Priced fully compliant tenders ranging from £5,000 ~ £5,000,000
- Proactive decision-making
- Building regulations knowledge
- Materials estimation accuracy
- Contractual understanding
- Quality assurance focus
Timeline
Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
MTEK Civil Engineering Ltd.
2022.04 - Current
Estiamtor / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
GEARS / Statom Group Ltd.
2019.09 - 2022.03
Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
2015.12 - 2019.08
Estimator / Assistant QS - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
2014.12 - 2015.12
Trainee Estimator - Groundworks
PJ Brown (Construction) Ltd.
2011.07 - 2014.12