Commercial Manager/QS - PHD Scaffolding London

I found this Job add in my inbox this morning. It appears to have been posted directly by PHD so no agency involvement. I seem to remember PHD advertising this position about a year ago though I could stand corrected.



Job Title Commercial Manager/Quantity Surveyor
Location London
Posted 28/11/2014 (11:23)
Agency/Employer PHD Moduler Access Services Limited
Description Commercial Manager/Quantity Surveyor required for London based scaffold company.

We have numerous positions to fill at varying skill levels, from entry-level upwards with opportunities for advancement within the company.

Minimum requirements for any position are;
- A good knowledge and understanding of construction and scaffolding.
- A good commercial awareness.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
- The ability to establish and maintain good working relationships
- Strong mathematical and IT skills (A working knowledge of Excel is essential)
- The ability to work both on your own and as part of a team
- The ability to work to deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• An understanding of industry specific health and safety standards, and scaffold design issues.

Please send a covering letter detailing your experience and skills along with your CV.

Their address is

14 Linden Square
Coppermill Lock
Harefield
Middlesex
UB9 6TQ
UNITED KINGDOM

Job Type Permanent Contract
Contact Name Helen Job Reference CM/QS Job ID 201738973

Unbelievable that they would expect a commercial manager to have a working knowledge of Excel.

What is even more worrying is that they expect him to visit the office and participate in 'team work'.

Think it has more to do with Frank Riordan their surveyor (ex Deborah's) dying from a heart attack whilst visiting Ireland recently
My deepest condolences to his family and friends

Frank was made trainee surveyor after I left Harrow Road Depot (S&C) back in 1973 to work in other parts of the company. He had a fine sense of humour and to my knowledge never did anyone any harm, a true gentleman. Very sorry to hear of his death as I lost touch with him in 1999.

Rest in Peace Frank Riordan, old friend. Condolences to his family and friends