Quantity Surveyor (Maternity Cover)

Location: Alvaston, Derby
Employment Type: Temporary (12-15 Month Assignment)
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
Division: Facilities

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Facilities Division on a 12–15-month maternity cover assignment. The role requires a commercially astute individual to oversee contracts, supplier agreements, and financial administration, ensuring smooth operations and alignment with the organisation's goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Management:
- Manage contracts and agreements with suppliers and sub-contractors.
- Administer and monitor commercial aspects of contracts.
- Prepare orders and instructions for contractors or suppliers.
- Evaluate and manage potential claims from contractors and suppliers.
Budget Oversight:
- Monitor and report on monthly spending against package budgets.
- Ensure financial alignment with project goals and organisational objectives.
Additional Works Processes:
- Manage processes to identify and capture items exceeding the contract’s limit of liability.
Operational Support:
- Provide guidance to the operations team regarding contractual requirements and implications of non-performance.
- Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team on contractual negotiations.
- Maintain and enforce policies, procedures, and governance to manage commercial risks.
Procurement and Supplier Management:
- Work closely with the procurement team to enhance supplier relationships.
- Support onboarding of new suppliers to meet operational and strategic needs.
Strategic Contributions:
- Provide insights to drive profitable growth and support the delivery of the organisation’s long-term goals.

Candidate Requirements:

Demonstrable experience in Quantity Surveying within the facilities or related sector.
Strong knowledge of contract administration and commercial management.
Ability to evaluate claims and manage supplier agreements effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with teams, suppliers, and leadership.
Familiarity with financial reporting and budget management.
Proficiency in maintaining governance policies to manage commercial risk.
A valid DBS check (required).

Pay and Benefits:

Employment Type: PAYE
Competitive hourly rate advertised.