Job Description

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Position:

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location:

Home Working

Role:

Full time, 40 hours, Monday to Friday





We are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support commercial aspects of project delivery. Reporting to the Commercial Manager the Senior Quantity Surveyor will support project teams, which commercial, financial and contract related matters.



The role will be both site and home based, working for a government client.



The successful candidate will need to undertake security clearance checks. Security Clearance is a mandatory requirement for this role.





Main Duties:


Work with the Commercial Manager and help manage a team of other Quantity Surveyors offering support and guidance where required and assist in the delivery of the contract Careful review of tender documents to identify exact requirements and identify potential risks Create a schedule of works, Budget or quantify the Bill of Quantities if and when required Work on a Traditional drawings and specification tenders Issue out enquiries together with relevant drawings, prelim elements and specifications Attend site and Client meetings Review the budget/allowances with the relevant Project Manager to identify if the construction period or costs can be reduced Liaise Sub-contractors list to ensure competence and resource are consistent with the scope/scale of the contract Prepare and manage labour, plant & materials project budget costs Prepare monthly forecast reports Attend sub-contractor pre-contract meetings along with the Contracts Manager to ensure prospective sub-contractors are fully compliant Manage sub-contractors once appointed including measurement of sub-contract works, check and approve sub-contract claims for payment, liaise with sub-contractors to review performance and settlement of sub-contract Final Accounts




What we are looking for:


Qualified to HND or Degree Level in Quantity Surveying or extensive experience Excellent understanding of Projects Self-motivated with a flexible approach to work, and capable of working to challenging deadlines Knowledge of contract law and demonstrable knowledge of NEC suite of contracts Mobile and available to travel between sites to meet business needs. Able to evaluate tender submissions and produce analytical reports. Financial and commercial acumen and awareness., including current contract legislation. Analytical and a proactive approach to problem solve Excellent numerical and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office packages including Excel/ spreadsheets Knowledge of application of payment mechanisms Experience of negotiating contracts terms to successful close out




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