Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

About the job

I'm working with a well-established construction contractor seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The business delivers a range of refurbishment, fit-out, facilities management and minor works projects, typically valued up to £5m.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered profitably and in line with contractual requirements.

What you will be doing

Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for budgets.
Ensure sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management systems.
Procurement of Sub-Contractors and preparation of Sub-Contractor order documentation.
Assessing and certification of sub-contractor interim payments and ensuring required Payer / Pay-less notices as issued.
Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues and identification and management of commercial risks.
Production and presentation of 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.

What We're Looking For

A Degree Qualified Candidate
Extensive experience in Construction
Proactive approach, take Initiative and willingness to accept responsibility
Good knowledge of construction contracts particularly the JCT & NEC Forms of Contract
Sound Commercial Awareness
Ability to complete take offs and price variations unaided
Excellent communication & negotiation skills
High levels of organisational skills and time management
Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills
Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision
Ability to travel to site, as and when requiredWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status