AddressISG is a dynamic global construction services company.
We have had a hand in some of the world's most impactful and recognisable places, but our legacy is about far more than buildings. Across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we deliver places where people and businesses make memories, forge new experiences, and reach their goals.
In short, we deliver the places that enable people and businesses to thrive.
Job Title:Senior Quantity Surveyor
Reports To: Managing Quantity Surveyor
Business Unit: Construction
Project Location: Hemel Hempstead
Office Location:Reading
Role Purpose
Responsible for all financial aspects of the project working closely with the Project Team to control all commercial contractual matters. Deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen.
Must be able to travel to site in Hemel Hempstead and to the regional office in Reading as and when required. Possibility to work from home one day a week.
Key Accountabilities
- Attend tender presentations for new projects, contribute, lead commercially and present
- During proposal stage, prepare the budget and prelims build up, obtain and vet trade contractor bids, compile theISGcompany information section for the proposal document and collate the overall document
- Prepare trade contractor bid list in conjunction with the Project Manager and obtain approval via team meetings
- Confirm project insurance arrangements
- Prepare and monitor bid package tender schedule and report against the cost plan where required and advise on selection of trade contractors
- Advise client on contract procurement routes available
- Prepare and monitor Subcontract Procurement Schedule, compile trade contract bid documents and carry out tender analysis and issue purchase orders
- Place orders and instruct / manage trade contractors. (Including compiling subcontracts/works contacts/trade contracts)
- Advise on product selection, specifications and assist with the value engineering
- Manage change orders in conjunction with the Site/Project Manager
- Prepare, submit and agree monthly costs reports, collating information from other Project/Assistant surveyors as necessary
- Prepare, submit and agree periodic valuations for work completed to date with trade contractors and the clientincluding preparation of rolling final account & subsequent final account agreement.
- Prepare Cost/Value Reconciliation (CVR), create regular budget and price updates, update computerised cost control system and prepare the monthly cost and progress report forISGDirectors responsible.
- Risk & Cash Management.
- Involvement in BD / developing relationships with key clients & design teams
- Must be passionate about work, committed to excellence and continuous improvement both personally anddivisionally.
- Ability to build and manage relationships with clients/consultants and suppliers which will raise profile of the division and lead to new opportunities.
- Must be able to build trust and confidence through open communications and informing colleagues about issues that will affect their role.
- Must be able to adapt their management style to suit different individuals and situations
- Able to communicate clear expectations of performance and behaviour and act quickly to resolve issues.
- Must be able to articulate a clear purpose to others and encourage a maximum buy in and commitment from them.
- Must take an active interest in developing others by providing opportunities for others to reach their full potential
- Must be able to run effective and productive meetings.
- Must be organised and prioritise own work to deliver on time through managing time effectively.
- Must have excellent attention to detail with the ability to understand the wider picture.
- Must be able to take full accountability for their role, actions, judgements and decisions.
- Confident in making decisions within policy guidelines.
- Must be able to remain calm andfocussedin difficult situations.
- People management
- Office 365
- Communication skills
- Presentation skills
- Negotiation skills
- Methodical & analytical approach
What's in it for you?
- Ongoing career development and accredited learning
- Annual recognition and values awards
- Global employee assistance program
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Private healthcare including private GP service and mental health pathways
- As part of our wellbeing offering, ISG offers a monthly wellbeing allowance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
- Industry-leading family friendly policies (39 weeks maternity leave and 8 weeks paternity at full pay)
- Volunteer day
- Discounts such as cinema to ensure you're still loving ISG even when you leave the office
- Most Friday's are a 4 pm finish providing work is completed for the week
- Your work-life balance really matters to us, so in addition to your holiday allowance we have a You Day to allow you to take an extra day off to celebrate a special event, spend time with your family or just do something that will make your life easier or more enjoyable
- Thriving networks including I-NOW (Women's Network), Race and Faith, LGBTQIA+, Armed Forced Covenant and the menopause working group, everyone's invited
