Quantity Surveyor – Highways

Salary: £48,000 – £60,000 per year

Quantity Surveyor – Highways

Tottenham, North London

£48,000 – £60,000plus package

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We are currently working with a Civil Engineering / Highways Contractor who are continuing to win work across London. Due to a number of contract wins, they are looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their growing commercial team. The role has come about due to a significant period of growth. They are looking for an experienced project level or senior quantity surveyor to join their North London based commercial team.

The contractor specialise in civil engineering, surfacing, highways maintenance and highways alteration projects. Project values range from £1 to £5 million. The company have a strong reputation for staff retention and provide a positive work environment with strong opportunities for career progression. The company offer a competitive salary with a generous package and annual performance related bonus.

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
• Ensure that payments are applied for and received in accordance with the contract
• Production of CVRs, 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
• Ensure timely compliance with contractual obligations and provide advice and guidance to the team as necessary
• Influence and contribute in resolution of all disputes that have a commercial impact

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
• Has worked in a Highways, Groundworks, Utilities or Civil Engineering environment and been responsible for commercial performance using NEC forms of contract