Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering

Purpose of role:

·accurate administration and management of a number of project contracts of up to £20m in value.

·maximising the profitability of contracts in an ethical manner;

supporting and advising the management team on commercial and contractual matters

Person Specification

Key Technical Skills / Competencies:

·Confident with clients, meetings and contractual duties

·Have an ability in negotiating across the various levels of the construction environment

·Possess excellent communication, numeracy and IT skills.

·A proven track record in effective contract management, contractual control, and commercial awareness;

·Experience in the construction or engineering sectors preferred.

Role Specification

Key Tasks and Activities:

·Ensuring all contract documentation is complete

·Negotiating and procuring subcontractors

·Preparing valuations and variations

·Supporting and advising the management team on commercial and contractual matters

·Advising on potential risks and evaluating risk controls

·Maintaining and managing positive client relationships

·Review of contracts and ensuring all contract documentation is complete

·Preparation and evaluation of tenders.

Additional Key Accountabilities:

·Financial management of tender submissions

·Overview of competing financial risk portfolio

·Financial management of sub-contractors

·Validating Project Bank Account payments

Limiting exposure of liability on completion of contracts