Senior Quantity Surveyor

Strong Group are working with a leading multi-disciplinary engineering contractor specialising in undertaking key maintenance, refurbishment and replacement works to critical UK infrastructure based in London. This established contractor is searching for a skilled and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with Civils and Bridge experience with NEC contract experience to join their excellent commercial team on a permanent basis.

Title:Senior Quantity SurveyorSalary: £65,000-£70,000 (DOE)
Location: Greater London Start Date: ASAP
Hybrid Working

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will take responsibility of projects from contract award through to final account agreement and ensure that all commercial and contractual aspects of the relevant projects are properly managed and controlled in an efficient manner to ensure the maximum return.

Senior Quantity Surveyorresponsibilities Include:

• To provide assistance, support and guidance on all commercial issues within the project(s)
• Preparation of internal CVR on a monthly basis to satisfy the requirements of the Commercial Manager / Senior Commercial Manager
• Maintaining an up-to-date cost to complete and risk register for the projects(s)
• Preparation of valuations/applications for payment on a monthly basis with full supporting documentation in an efficient and timely
• Preparation of cost reports to the Client on a monthly basis with full supporting documentation
• Preparation of earned value calculations and detailed projected project outturn costs monthly
• Preparation and management of subcontract and key material(s) procurement schedules
• Compile and issue invitations to tender, analyse subcontractor quotations
• Make recommendations for subcontract award & write subcontract orders for approval
• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments
• Production and rigorous management of early warning notices / change notices and associated registers
• Preparation, negotiation and agreement of compensation events/variations, extension of time claims, etc
• To utilise focal point costing system to help improve cost control and commercial reporting
• To ensure that all procedures are strictly followed by all commercial team
• Establish and implement a robust system of site records for all labour, plant, materials, prels, etc
• Preparation & agreement of project final accounts

This Senior Quantity Surveyor position will cover the London, South East & South West Region. This is a full-time hybrid role, working 40 hours per week Mon – Fri, with the option to work from home 2/3 days per week. There is a requirement to travel to sites and offices across the London and South East Region when required, with occasional travel to the Bristol.

Senior Quantity Surveyor Specification

Essential

• Previous experience on Civils, rail & bridge projects and NEC suite of contracts
• 8 years quantity surveying experience
• Experience of building and maintaining good working relationships with people of all levels
• Experience and proven ability to manage people
• Experience of liaising successfully with Clients and managing difficult relationships
• Working knowledge of standard forms of contract and methods of measurement
• Experience with a construction/engineering contractor.
• Organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage own workload effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project
• Full UK Driving License

Desirable

• Chartered by RICS/CICES
• Quantity Surveying or Construction related Higher National Diploma or Degree
• CSCS / PTS card holder

Senior Quantity Surveyor Benefits

• Car allowance or Company Car
• Support with opportunities to excel and progress alongside working with award-winning teams to challenge yourself and make a difference
• Outstanding work culture that allows you to thrive in a safe environment
• Exceptional Health and Safety settings are expected and can be shown with a H&S record with a zero-accident frequency rate and annual medical checks for all workers. With RoSPA Gold Awards for H&S excellence, BCSA Gold Award for sustainability, as well as Mental Health First Aiders across the country, were present a safe working environment for our people
• This contractor pride themselves on presenting opportunities to all and their percentage of women in construction is higher than the national average. Working closely with the community, organising charity and sponsorship events through their internal Charity Committee, and working closely with local schools and colleges to pave the way for future generations. Encouraging this through access to a unique benefit where employees can utilise 3 days paid leave to take part in volunteering activities each year
• This contractor has an equal opportunities policy and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

Please contact me with your updated CV for more details: frederick.idiong@strong-group.co.uk / 0203 006 8408.