Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Penkridge

The Role

We have an exciting position for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. to oversee a regional Highways term contract. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor you will report to and be supported by the Managing QS.

Specialising in Highways, Civils, Drainage, Technology, Survey Works, Carnell have been working to maintain the UK's Highways Network and Transport Infrastructure running safely and efficiently since 1992. We work directly for National Highways as a Tier 1 contractor, and for a large number of other clients within the Highways and Infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

- but not limited to:

Liaise with operational staff including clients and subcontractors Assessment and submission of quotations / compensation events Ensure scheme costs are correct on cost system (Nav13) and raise and queries where necessary Attend internal / external meetings (both electronically and face to face) Produce and maintain up to date cost forecast. Compile and issue monthly valuations to the client Manage subcontract supply chain, issuing orders assessing Subcontract AFPs and the processing of payments Carry out reconciliation of cost and value through a monthly CVR process Occasional travel to client offices

Qualifications / Experience

Degree qualified (BSc/MSc or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Experience within a similar role in Civil Engineering / Highways industry Demonstrable record of supporting the commercial team managing complex, high value contracts Experience of administering NEC Option C contracts. Experience of managing a small team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors Role will involve some travel and overnight stays, along with working in a site environment. Understanding of estimating from first principles. Experience of digital systems, particularly Microsoft Office and Estimating software (Valesco)

Person Specification

Excellent ability to work independently and within a team Enthusiastic and willingness to take ownership of contracts/frameworks Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Must be an excellent organiser with proven time management skills Good commercial awareness Full UK clean driving licence

Carnell Benefits

Competitive salary Company pension 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Health Care Plan Referral bonus.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penkridge, Staffordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

quantity surveying: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person