Senior Quantity Surveyor Job Description
Overview:
The Senior Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the full commercial and contractual management of packages across multiple construction projects. This role requires a highly organised individual with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, experience in cost reporting, Excel, and relevant commercial software tools.
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Key Responsibilities:
1. Commercial Oversight: Manage the commercial performance of multiple projects ensuring delivery within budget and alignment with specification.
2. Contract Management: Administer contracts including reviewing terms managing variations and handling claims.
3. Procurement: Source and procure subcontractors materials and suppliers ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
4. Budget & Cost Control: Prepare cost plans and budgets monitor spend manage cost risks and forecast outturn values predictions.
5. Financial Reporting: Produce detailed cost reports valuations and cash flow.
6. Negotiation: Lead negotiations on contract terms pricing and variations with clients subcontractors and suppliers.
7. Final Accounts: Oversee and agree final accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
8. Risk & Compliance: Identify manage and mitigate commercial risks while ensuring compliance with legal and contractual obligations.
9. Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior surveyors promoting professional development and high performance.
10. Site Presence: Undertake regular site visits to verify measurements monitor progress control variations and ensure accurate reporting.
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Requirements:
1. Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5–7 years' relevant experience in quantity surveying within the construction industry preferably with a subcontractor or specialist contractor.
3. Strong working knowledge of construction contracts e.g RIAI JCT NEC cost planning and commercial project delivery.
4. Skills: Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills highly organised with the ability to manage multiple live projects experienced in cost reporting Excel and relevant commercial software tools.
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What We Offer:
1. Competitive salary dependent on experience.
2. Long-term career progression opportunities.
3. Pension scheme and additional service-related benefits.
4. Supportive team culture and regular professional development.