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Location: North East, UK Role: Managing Quantity Surveyor About the Role:Our client is seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead and manage the commercial aspects of key construction projects in the North East. They will be responsible for providing expert guidance and oversight to project teams, ensuring successful delivery within budget and contractually agreed terms. Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the commercial aspects of major construction projects in the North East, ensuring cost-effective delivery within agreed budgets and contractually agreed terms.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive cost plans, budgets, and forecasts for projects.
- Manage the procurement process, including tendering, contract negotiations, and subcontractor management.
- Provide expert guidance and support to project teams on all commercial matters, ensuring compliance with relevant contracts, including JCT and NEC forms.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and cost implications, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of best practice procedures for commercial management within the company.
- Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors, building a strong reputation for commercial expertise.
- Supervise and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors, providing guidance and professional development.
Key Requirements:
- Proven track record as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or a Senior Quantity Surveyor in a similar role within a main contractor.
- Extensive knowledge and experience working with both JCT and NEC contracts.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the commercial aspects of large-scale construction projects, preferably within the commercial sector.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to make sound commercial judgments.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative working environment.
- Proficiency in relevant software packages, including cost management systems and BIM software.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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