**Job Title:** Procurement and Cost Control Specialist
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our team. As a key member of our project delivery team, you will play a vital role in ensuring effective cost management, accurate budgeting, and adherence to contractual obligations.
Responsibilities:
1. Cost Estimation and Budgeting:
* Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for tender submissions, encompassing materials, labour, and equipment expenses.
* Collaborate with project teams to develop accurate budgets, considering all project requirements and constraints.
* Monitor project costs throughout the lifecycle, identifying and addressing any cost variances or discrepancies.
2. Procurement:
* Manage procurement processes, including the preparation and issuance of tender documents to subcontractors and suppliers.
* Evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids, negotiating prices and contract terms to achieve the best value for the company.
* Foster and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
3. Contract Management:
* Review and negotiate contracts, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
* Ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions, monitoring project progress and deliverables.
* Resolve any contractual disputes or claims, striving for timely and effective resolution.
4. Cost Control and Reporting:
* Monitor project costs, tracking expenditures and analyse cost trends.
* Prepare regular cost reports and forecasts, providing accurate financial information to project stakeholders.
* Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements, implementing appropriate measures.
5. Value Engineering:
* Collaborate with project teams to identify value engineering opportunities.
* Assess alternative materials, designs, or construction methods to optimise costs without compromising quality.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related field.
* Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering sector.
* Thorough understanding of construction contracts, tendering processes, and cost management principles.
* Strong analytical and numerical skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Excellent negotiation and communication abilities, with the capacity to build and maintain relationships.
* Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
* Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
* Possession of a valid driver's license.
What We Offer:
A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and experience.