DCT Recruitment have an exciting opportunity to join our client as Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor to join our team in the Shotton Paper Mill Project. Responsibilities:• Manage all costs relating to the project, from the initial calculations to the final figures and seek to minimize the costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality,• When the project is in progress, he/she keeps track of any variations to the contract that may affect costs and profitability,• Provide advice on contractual claims,• Identifying, analyzing, and developing responses to commercial risks,• Dealing effectively with post contract cost variances and the change control processes,• Carry out full construction take off, prepare construction cost plan, track costs and labor efficiency throughout the project,• Prepare and negotiate subcontractor and supplier contracts and manage through to final account,• Prepare timely and accurate assessments/payment certs/payless notices for sub-contractors each month,• Prepare and submit valuations and final accounts.Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Quantity Surveying,• Minimum 5 years of Quantity Surveyor experience in MEP projects,• Experience in NEC Contracts, and industry standards,• Commercial knowledge,• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills,• Preferable to have Factory or Industrial Plant Experience.Monday-Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM (1h break unpaid) £20.00 – £30.00 per hour To apply, please send your CV to or call on
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Senior Mechanical QS
DCT Recruitment
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Chester, Cheshire CH49QZ, England
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- DCT Recruitment is seeking a Senior Mechanical Quantity Surveyor for the Shotton Paper Mill Project.
- The role involves managing project costs, tracking contract variations, and providing advice on contractual claims.
- Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Quantity Surveying and a minimum of 5 years of experience in MEP projects.
- The position offers a salary range of £20.00 – £30.00 per hour and requires experience with NEC Contracts.
- Working hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM with a 1-hour unpaid break.