Quantity Surveyor
Posted 3 days ago by TipTopJob
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Rugby, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Quantity Surveyor will oversee all commercial and financial aspects of subcontracted works at a water treatment site, collaborating with project management and site teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery. Key responsibilities include cost management, contract administration, risk management, procurement, and dispute resolution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quantity surveying, particularly in civil engineering or utilities, and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills. A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related field is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
- Track project costs against the budget and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Administer subcontract, ensuring all contractual obligations are met.
- Prepare and submit valuations, payment applications, and variations.
- Identify and assess commercial risks and opportunities.
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks.
- Assist in the procurement of materials and subcontractors.
- Handle and resolve commercial disputes and claims in a timely manner.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
- Experience on a water treatment or similar civils project.
- A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Solid understanding of construction processes.
- Proficient in relevant software like Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to work autonomously.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Rugby
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
About The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor, youll be responsible for all commercial and financial aspects of our subcontracted works on the water treatment site. Youll work closely with the project management and site teams to ensure the project is delivered on time and within budget.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Cost Management: Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reports. Track project costs against the budget and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Contract Administration: Administer our subcontract, ensuring all contractual obligations are met. Prepare and submit valuations, payment applications, and variations (compensation events).
- Risk Management: Identify and assess commercial risks and opportunities. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks.
- Procurement: Assist in the procurement of materials and subcontractors, ensuring value for money and compliance with project specifications.
- Dispute Resolution: Handle and resolve commercial disputes and claims in a timely and professional manner.
Requirements
Were looking for a proactive and detail:oriented individual with a strong background in quantity surveying, ideally within the civil engineering, water, or utilities sectors.
Experience: Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a track record of successfully managing projects. Experience on a water treatment or similar civils project is a big plus.
Qualifications: A degree or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Skills: Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts, excellent negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of construction processes. You should be proficient in relevant software like Microsoft Excel.
Mindset: You must be a strong communicator, able to build relationships with clients, suppliers, and our internal teams. You should be a problem:solver who can think on your feet and work autonomously.
If you are interested please apply with your latest CV or call 212 and ask for Elliott
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