They are now seeking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join them for a project in Barrow in Furness, Cumbria.
Responsibilities The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for leading all commercial aspects of the project, providing commercial support and advice to the team to aid decision making, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with the contractual requirements.
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will: Monitor contract progress against the agreed programmes. Control costs against agreed budgets/end cost forecasts. Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts. Prepare and agree any necessary claims for reimbursements and for loss and expense. Liaise with customers and third parties on all commercial matters. Evaluate potential implications for dispute resolution. Contribute and develop quality, health & safety, welfare and risks in accordance with the companies' management systems. Prepare, negotiate and analyse costs for budgets. Ensure sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management systems. Procure Sub-Contractors and prepare Sub-Contractor order documentation. Assess and certify sub-contractor interim payments and ensure required Payer / Pay-less notices are issued. Advise on a range of legal and contractual issues and identify and manage commercial risks. Produce and present monthly Cost Value Reconciliation on projects. Establish, maintain and enhance effective working relationships. Plan, allocate and evaluate work carried out by teams, individuals and self. Assist in managing the Commercial team and supervise and mentor Quantity Surveyors. Ensure effective interaction between the commercial and operational site teams.
Qualifications The role will suit an individual who has been working at a Senior Quantity Surveyor level or as a Project Quantity Surveyor and who wishes to progress their career in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role.
Essential Criteria
Degree Qualified Construction Experience Good knowledge of construction contracts particularly the JCT & NEC Forms of Contract
Experience
Sound Commercial Awareness Excellent communication & negotiation skills High levels of organisational skills Ability to meet deadlines Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a fast-moving environment Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision Ability to travel frequently to Site, as and when required
What's in it for you?
The company offers a fantastic benefits package including the following: Flexible and Hybrid working Competitive salary 33 days annual leave entitlement Generous pension contributions Life Assurance
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