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Quantity Surveyor

  • Location: Manchester
  • Salary: £30k - 58k per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 12 months ago

  • Sector: Construction, Civil Engineering
  • Contact: Alex Smith
  • Contact Email: Alexandra.Smith@Anderselite.com
  • Contact Phone: 0161 832 7577
  • Expiry Date: 09 August 2023
  • Job Ref: 402234ASM

Quantity Surveyor role - Industrial Projects - Manchester office based role - please call for more info on 07980006436 alexandra.smith@anderselite.com

The company

My client is looking for a Project level Quantity Surveyor to lead large size value projects on large sized purpose built facilities and industrial units. Projects values up to £90Million.

The Quantity Surveyor will take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control of all aspects of the commercial/financial and contractual elements of the project(s) in order to control and maximise the company’s profitability. This is an office based role in Manchester city centre.

Duties & Responsibilities



• Supply relevant commercial information/reports to the Senior QS



• Monitor contract compliance against statutory requirements



• Develop client relationships



• Attend all commercial meetings internal/external relevant to multiple projects



• Oversee/monitor contract costs against agreed budgets



• Monitor the use of cost and financial reporting systems



• Prepare and submit cash flow forecasting as required



• Carry out monthly/periodic financial reviews (CVRs)



• Oversee and monitor the production, submission and agreement of final accounts



• Feasibility advice on new tenders



• Compliance and achievement of project, procedures, personal targets and initiatives.



• Build working relationships with supply chain, consultants and clients where appropriate.



• Ensure the project team achieve or exceed budgeted targets.



• Ensure subcontract orders accurately reflect the main contract requirements and scope of works, and procurement managed to programme.



• Accurately value, certify and issue any relevant payment notices for the subcontract works in accordance with the conditions of their subcontract.



• Ensure that external valuations are submitted in accordance with conditions of the main contract and that payments are received by the due date



• Complete CVR reports, ensuring they accurately reflect the current position on site and the final profit projection.



• Achieve timely and equitable resolution of client and supply chain final accounts.



• Provide early warning of future financial problems and ensure accurate real time reporting.



• Manage and minimise non recoverable costs on projects.



• Develop and manage junior surveying staff.



• Price and effectively agree project variations.



• Creatively consider value engineering and improved buildability solutions.



• Correctly identify and prepare contractual notices for all events and administering the main contract conditions accordingly.



• Any other duties consistent with the role of Quantity Surveyor as may be required from time to time.



Qualifications/Experience



Essential



• HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or appropriate alternative.



• 5 years of experience in the industry working in a quantity surveying role.



• Valid driving licence.



Proven experience



• You will be commercial astute and be involved in all pricing works for the projects. As a Quantity Surveying working on large industrial projects



• The successful candidate will be proactive and work to their own initiative working as part of a large team. This is an excellent opportunity to join an exciting / growing commercial team.



• Knowledge of relevant computer software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project.



• Re-measurement of high-risk packages and key trades.



• Knowledge of relevant contract conditions, including JCT/NEC/PPC.



• Financial/cost control leading or assisting in a relevant project.



• Up to date relevant knowledge of building legislation and construction industry.



• Dealing with a variety of forms of construction such as Concrete Frame, Steel Frame etc.



• Reading and accurately interpreting drawings and specifications.



• Pricing and timely agreement of client and supply chain variations and value. engineering.



Desirable



• Good level of experience in dispute resolution and contract administration.



• Working towards professional membership of MCIOB or RICS.

• Appropriate CSCS card.

To apply please send your cv to Alexandra Smith (Quantity Surveying / Estimating and Buying recruitment specialist) alexandra.smith@anderselite.com or ring me on 07980 006 436