My client, a family run Civil Engineering Main Contractor is looking to recruit a Project Quantity Surveyor in Buckingham to support their Midlands civils team where you’ll be involved in projects under National Highways and EA frameworks.
Qualifications
Relevant professional Quantity Surveying qualification and/or five years management experience within the construction industry.
Overview
Responsible for cost planning and commercial management throughout the entire life cycle of the project from inception to post-completion.
Job Role
• Preparation of interim and final accounts.
• Manage day to day commercial and contract activities.
• Sub-contract procurement ensuring maximum value for money.
• Sub-contract valuations and final accounts.
• Working knowledge of NEC 3 and JCT Conditions of Contract.
• Preparation of Compensation Events/variations (depending on form of contract).
• Contractual correspondence.
• Commercial reporting.
• Procurement of professional services for design etc.
• Ability to undertake site measures when required.
• Explore the contract for opportunities and entitlements.
• Work closely with site management teams to ensure contract objectives and margins are met.
• Be able to work clearly and accurately under pressure and tight timescales.
• Be able to think logically and laterally.
Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills.
Key Skills Required
• Sub-contract procurement
• Contract Preparation
• Collaborative working
• Project Co-ordination
• Methodical way of thinking
• Good knowledge of construction
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Good financial and numeracy management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiating skills
• The ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily
• Computer literate
• A clear understanding of HSE building regulations and legal guidelines