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Project Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Civil Engineering
Preston, Lancashire
Large regional main contractor with over 230 million turnover that has specialised in delivering vital infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, structures, hydropower, and rail for more than 25 years. With our commitment to quality, professionalism, safety and integrity, we have delivered a comprehensive range of projects for a diverse range of public and private sector clients. Our experienced, award-winning team works in true collaboration with all our partners to deliver innovative and cost-effective solutions to meet their project delivery targets with exceptional results - on time, within budget and to a high standard.
About the role of Project Quantity Surveyor
Due to a period of growth, we are excited to be recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor to work in our prestigious Civil Engineering business. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be a fundamental member of the team with a range of responsibilities, such as managing the procurement, commercial and contractual aspects in relation to construction projects. The key areas you will be concentrating on will be the procurement of sub-contractors, preparation and submission of external applications for payment, identification, pricing and agreement of change, valuation and agreement of sub-contractor accounts and the commercial management of projects. This is an exciting time, and we want you to be a valued member of the team whilst working on a range of varied projects and supporting our clients.
Responsibilities for Project Quantity Surveyor
- Management of sub-contractor procurement.
- Attend sub-contractor Pre-Contract meetings.
- Preparation of formal sub-contract Agreements.
- Measurement of works.
- Management of legal issues and disputes.
- Management of important commercial issues.
- Management of sub-contractor interim accounts.
- Agreement of sub-contractor final accounts.
- Budgetary control including monitoring of costs and the prompt identification and management of overspend.
- Submission of monthly CVR reports.
- Submission of monthly Profit and Loss reports.
- Preparation and presentation of Commercial and Post-Contract Reviews.
- Management and submission of external Applications for Payment.
- Identification, pricing and settlement of Compensation Events, variations and additional works.
- Agreement of Client final accounts.
Requirements for Project Quantity Surveyor
- Essential that you hold a relevant BSc, NVQ4 or MSc qualification
- Exceptional commercial acumen
- Excellent understanding of various forms of Method of Measurement
- Understanding of NEC Engineering and Construction Contracts
- Willingness to adopt Value engineering principles
- Relevant CSCS card
- Excellent IT skills
- Solid understanding of construction techniques and processes
- Excellent communicator
- Ability to motivate and influence with ease
- Natural problem solver
- Enjoy working in a positive and thriving environment
What we offer for Project Quantity Surveyor
- 45,000 - 55,000 p/a
- 6450 car allowance
- Hybrid working - WFH 2 days per week
- Annual Leave: starting 26 days holiday + Bank holidays
- Exceptional additional benefits package:
- Pension: 6.5% employer contribution of your salary
- BUPA: optional scheme and can include your family
- Company sick pay scheme: Up to 20 days full pay
- Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
- A comprehensive health and well-being strategy focused on physical, emotional, financial and career well-being
- Fantastic Progression, support, and development opportunities
If you would like to be considered for and learn more about this Project Quantity Surveyor position, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV and full contact details.
