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Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Bristol
Salary: £65,000 to £80,000 + benefits
Sector: Specialist Contractor, Tier 1 Sub-Contractor
Start Date: ASAP
Based: Aztec West office + 1 day on site + remote working Fridays
Senior Quantity Surveyor - The Company:
Our client is a leading Tier 1 specialist Cladding & Roofing contractor working with leading Tier 1 main contractors on large flagship new build major projects. The business has a loyal and robust client based and is experiencing a period of growth - looking to expand.
Senior Quantity Surveyor - The Role:
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have NEC Contract knowledge and essentially be the commercial lead and play a vital role in monitoring and overseeing costs across large scale roofing and cladding construction projects. Your meticulous attention to detail will ensure projects adhere to budgeted profits. You will handle payment applications efficiently, build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers, and contribute to the successful completion of high-quality construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review program and establish internal budgets for ongoing monitoring of project revenue and costs, swiftly identifying any variances.
- Prepare project cashflow and provide it to clients as needed to ensure clear visibility of cash requirements across the company.
- Manage the payment process for construction projects, including negotiating payment terms, applications for payments, and final accounts.
- Review contracts and collateral warranties, addressing unfavourable terms or clauses and seeking legal/insurer advice when necessary.
- Complete valuations for completed works, liaising and agreeing with the Contractor Quantity Surveyor for accurate and comprehensive payment applications.
- Attend sites regularly to capture work and variations accurately, participate in site meetings to align project progress with cost estimates.
- Identify and communicate risks related to cost variations, addressing them internally or with the client as appropriate.
- Provide clients with prices for contract variations, reviewing construction drawings and specifications to identify potential conflicts or discrepancies.
- Source and manage procurement, scope of works, and payments for sub-contractors in collaboration with the contracts team.
- Generate monthly applications, progress reports, and cost value reconciliations (CVRs) required by clients and senior management.
- Lead and support the team, setting objectives, conducting performance assessments, and contributing to senior management meetings.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, promoting a culture of excellence in safety practices.
Requirements:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying/HND/HNC in Construction, or Commercial Management not essential
- Knowledge of JCT and NEC form of contracts
- Ideally Main contractor and sub-contractor experience
- Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and proficiency in cost estimating and project cost control software.
- A positive and proactive attitude with excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Senior Quantity Surveyor - The Reward:
- Competitive salary
- Company car allowance
- Company benefits package
- Varied and unique projects with Tier 1 main contractors
- Continued local work within the South West region
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