Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveying

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with excellent project management skills?  Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity within the construction industry? If you have answered ‘yes’ then we want to hear from you!

By joining our in-house property team as a Commercial Manager, you will:

• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme.
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
• Ensure financial security for your family with life assurance of 3 x your salary.

(For more information on our employment package please see the ‘Reasons to work for NPT’ document on our website).

Your role

A Commercial Manager in Neath Port Talbot Council, will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects while also managing project timelines, resources, and stakeholders. You will work closely with our diverse teams, applying your abilities as a quantity surveyor, to guarantee the timely and cost-effective completion of projects while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost estimation, budget preparation, and cost control throughout project phases for all capital programme projects of new build, refurbishment and extensions of Council Properties and Facilities.
• Prepare and evaluate tender documents, contracts, and variations.
• Monitor project progress, expenditures, and forecasts to identify potential risks and deviations from the project plan.
• Project manage and collaborate with engineers, architects, and subcontractors to optimize project efficiency and performance.
• Provide timely and accurate reports on project financials, including cost-to-complete and cash flow projections.
• Implement project management best practices to ensure adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Proactively identify opportunities for cost savings and value property initiatives.
• Lead managerial and operational responsibilities for multi-disciplinary teams whilst following statutory processes (including Planning, Building Control, SAB, Health & Safety, financial regulations etc.).
• Supervise and manage tender submissions, contractual bids and funding applications of the authority capital programme within budget and timeframes.

A Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveyor) will have:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with strong project management capabilities.
• In-depth knowledge of construction contracts, procurement methods, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in cost estimation software, project management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Professional certifications (e.g., NEC3, MRICS, PMP) are a plus

(For more information and a detailed person specification, please see the ‘Job description’ document on our website).

Your future with Neath Port Talbot Council

We have recently undertaken projects including Cefn Saeson Comprehensive School, Abbey Primary School, a carbon positive Technology Centre at Baglan Energy Park, a new Leisure Centre, a Library and retail development in Neath and the complete refurbishment and reconfiguration of the former Plaza Cinema in Port Talbot, into a community facility. 

We have an exciting range of upcoming projects including the next phase of our Stainable Communities for Learning Programme, UK Government Levelling Up Fund Projects, Freeport, Shared Prosperity Fund, and the Swansea Bay City Deal as well a full maintenance programme - Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a progressive local authority and contribute to the development of our region!

If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Dorrell on

Phone: 01639 686563

Email:  p.dorrell@npt.gov.uk

For further info please click here.

Closing date: 14/05/2024

DBS requirement

• This post is not subject to a DBS check

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements

Welsh Language skills are not required.

Additional Information

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.

We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.

We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.