We are seeking a diligent and skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the commercial and contractual aspects of relationships with customers, consultants and subcontractors. This will include measuring, pricing, negotiating and agreeing budgets and costs for variations to project scope.
The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills and be able to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines. They will also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with customers, project managers and other stakeholders.
A degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management is essential, as is previous experience in the civil engineering industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word is also required.
The successful candidate will be motivated, driven and work well within a team. They will also have excellent initiative and be able to work independently when necessary.
Key responsibilities:
* Liaise with customers and project managers
* Management of commercial and contractual aspects of relationships with customers, consultants and subcontractors
* Measure, price, negotiate and agree budgets and costs for variations to project scope
* Check project costs are correct and raise/resolve queries where necessary
* Attend pre-contract meetings, liaise with a wide range of construction professionals, and ensure timely completion of agreed actions
* Produce and maintain up-to-date procurement schedules
* Compile and issue invitations to tender, analyse subcontractor quotations and make recommendations for placement of orders
* Compile subcontract orders for approval
* Visit site to measure and value works completed
* Assess subcontractor payment entitlement and process payments
* Carry out reconciliation of cost and value to date/forecast to keep the management team informed of project performance
* Work closely with contract and site management staff to support the smooth running of the office and the site, carrying out other duties as required
* Assist in the guidance and development of junior surveyors