Freelance Quantity Surveyor (Mechanical exp)

My client is a leading Mechanical specialist working with some of the UK's most prestigious national building contractors. Due to increased workload an opportunity has arisen to join the business on a freelance basis. You must be an experienced qualified QS with excellent mechanical and electrical knowledge. My client is looking for a QS with a career forged on the contractor side. Excellent experience in claims and variations is essential. You will be responsible for the overall day to day management of the commercial and surveying aspects of new build, refurb and design and build projects. Responsibilities  Register and acknowledge receipt of all project enquiries  Manage/monitor all commercial aspects of projects  Develop and maintain accurate cost reporting /monitoring/forecasting for: o Building works o Engineering works o Preliminaries o Design cost/performance o Increased cost/market trends  Identify areas of risk/scope and develop with the project team  Manage and produce/take off Bill of Quants (BoQ)  Produce control document when project secured  Review proposals with Designers and select/agree subcontractor enquiry list  Produce monthly status report including items listed above  Lead procurement of subcontract works packages  Organise and chair subcontract settlements  Provide support in respect to legal/contract issues associated with the project  Attend post tender/pre-qual interviews and report accordingly  Attend site meetings as necessary  Input to the supply chain/preferred suppliers for constructional elements in conjunction with project teams for subcontractors/suppliers Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications Essential  BSc in Quantity Surveying or construction related subject  Post qualification construction experience with a main contractor  Strong track record on commercial build projects  Experience of package negotiation  Computer literate with working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook  Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills  Strong analytical and logical skills  Able to work accurately with figures  Full UK driving licence  Willing to travel Highly Desirable (but not essential)  Chartered Membership of RICS or CIOB  Working knowledge of Powerpoint Please forward a CV in the first instance