Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering
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Orwell Consulting Ltd
Salary: £60,000 – £72,000 per year
Quantity Surveyor – Civil Engineering
Northampton
£60,000 – £72,000per annum plus package
ZR-102
Our client is a civil engineering contractor that provides a national service via regional offices. The company work in the highways and infrastructure sector. Due to a number of major project wins providing a full order book, they are searching for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial teams.
The contractor specialise in civil engineering, highways, infrastructure, marine, flood defences and environmental agency projects.
ROLE:
* Set profitability targets with the team, develop procurement strategy, and regularly produce financial progress reports
* Timely procurement, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts in accordance with procurement strategy
* Secure the best possible (value and timing) payments from the client in order to maximise cash flow
* Ensure that payments are applied for and received in accordance with the contract
* Make sure that the client is always aware of our financial and commercial expectations
* Ensure that all necessary insurances, bonds, guarantees etc are in place. Ensure the timely release of bonds and retention monies
* Production of CVCs, Cashflow, and End Day Forecasts, and ensure that all are kept in line with targets and project strategy
* Monitor progress against programme (including subcontractors) in support of the site management
* Undertake preparation and agreement of internal and external valuation/final account to ensure recovery of full entitlement in accordance with the contract
* Participate in regular risk reviews and problem solving
* Ensure timely compliance with contractual obligations and provide advice and guidance to the team as necessary
* Participate in all necessary dialogue to make sure that our commercial interests are always properly considered
* Influence and contribute in resolution of all disputes that have a commercial impact
* With a keen eye for detail, you will ensure that all aspects of your role are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
CANDIDATE
* Is Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or related course (or equivalent relevant experience)
* Track record in successfully managing and delivering against deadlines
* Evidence of building effective relationships with teams
* At least 4 years’ experience in the commercial arena.
* Has worked in a rail environment and been responsible for, commercial performance using NEC forms of contract
* Previously worked on civil engineering projects
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