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Job Title: Managing Quantity SurveyorLocation: Project/office-based role with offices based in Motherwell, Aberdeen, Peterhead and InvernessWorking hours: 42 hours per week, Monday - FridayPay rate: Negotiable
About Us: We are seeking a highly experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of all costs and income on large building and civil engineering projects, or a portfolio of smaller projects. We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in cost minimization and value enhancement, ensuring that all projects meet the required standards and quality. This role involves leading and managing a commercial team and mentoring staff toward achieving professional qualifications.
Purpose of the Role: To manage all costs and income related to construction projects, from initial calculations to final figures, while effectively minimizing costs and enhancing value for money. To lead and mentor a commercial team, fostering their professional development.The Managing Quantity Surveyor will contribute to delivering significant projects like the ASTI scheme, aimed at boosting Scotland’s overhead line network's reliability and capacity.
Responsibilities:
Governance:
- Adhere to company governance requirements and maximize LEAN/digital opportunities.
Commercial Management and Administration:
- Mitigate potential commercial risks.
- Apply principles of cost management and elemental cost analysis.
- Manage subcontractors and the wider supply chain.
- Identify and understand cost-sensitive areas.
- Prepare pricing documents, activity schedules, bills of quantities, and target costs.
- Conduct risk and opportunity analysis and management.
- Undertake benchmarking exercises and set/monitor KPIs.
- Review project progress against various programs.
- Prepare delay and disruption programs.
- Review and report commercial progress and performance, and manage accurate out-turn cost predictions.
- Identify and communicate threats to budget and program.
Customer/Change Management:
- Report and explain commercial progress to senior project staff.
- Manage cost planning and pre-contract cost control.
- Manage commercial aspects with customers and stakeholders.
- Advise on contractual matters and formulate correspondence.
Procurement:
- Manage procurement, identifying and mitigating risks and optimizing opportunities.
- Evaluate and negotiate complex tenders, including subcontractors and suppliers.
Development, Recruitment, and Retention:
- Recruit and manage HR/People aspects for direct and indirect reports.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Essentials:
- BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent level of education or experience
- Membership of RICS, ICES, or CIOB (or working towards).
- CSCS Card (Professional Qualified Person).
