Quantity Surveyor

Workshop Recruitment are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an enthusiastic and dynamic team. In this role, you will Manage all the commercial aspects of building projects from inception to completion. This will include managing and maximising the financial performance of each project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide sound commercial advice and negotiation skills to maximise the potential profit for each individual project
• Produce detailed procurement schedules for key subcontractors and suppliers liaising with the Contracts Manager on key dates that orders need to be placed
• Prepare and send out detailed enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers to maximise potential
• Negotiate and place official orders with Subcontractors and Suppliers
• Manage supply chain orders and financial accounts including variations and valuations
• Maintain a detailed record of any changes to the tendered design or works on site for the purpose of variations and extra’s. Price additional works and obtain written permissions and instructions prior to proceeding
• Undertake weekly and monthly meetings with client’s representatives to ascertain progress on site, variations, monthly valuations and provide any other additional reports required to meet the clients’ expectations
• Manage the conditions of contract which you are appointed on. For example, extension of time claims, LAD’s, Practical Completion, Making Good Defects, Payment Terms and Insurances. Mitigate any potential issues which might put at risk
• Prepare detailed monthly reports including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR) on all projects, cash flow forecast, contractual matters and forecast on financial out-turn
• Assist with any potential business opportunities including Estimating projects at Tender stage if necessary

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 5 years proven track record of financial management of construction projects with a high rate of return
• Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of JCT contracts
• Experience should cover projects across several sectors including non-housing new build and refurbishment
• The use of relevant computer software

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

• HNC or Degree Qualified in a relevant discipline
• Specific qualification relating to Contract Administration would be desirable

BENEFITS:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Buy and Sell Holiday
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Reward programmes
• Fuel Allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme