Quantity Surveyor (Heavy Engineering)

This is an excellent local opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Engineer to join one of Belfast's most iconic companies, working in heavy engineering, oil & gas, marine works and renewable energy sectors. You will join the existing commercial team responsible for the overall commercial delivery of the projects, capturing all relevant costs and allocating correctly, identifying and pricing 'change', early warnings and variations, presentation of interim and final accounts, looking for cost savings, and efficiencies. Wellington Professional Recruitment is working closely with its Client, who is a global player in the industry. They are responsible for delivering some of the most iconic projects in the world. Last year the company had a turnover of £55m and the company's positive rise in profits is set to continue. They are working on a list of projects based in Belfast and require an enthusiastic, dedicated professional Quantity Surveyor or Cost Engineer to come on board and work closely with the team to ensure successful efficient project delivery. Your responsibilities: * To ensure adherence to all of the company's systems and procedures i.e. financial systems, planning systems, project control systems, material ordering and control systems and the necessary authorisations of expenditure * To ensure in conjunction with project management that all Variations Orders (VO) are raised, costed and valued and that the necessary particulars and paperwork are submitted in a timely fashion for all changes. Once agreed ensure that the budgets, forecasts, etc are updated to reflect any changes and that the VO register is updated accordingly * To prepare and submit sales invoices and a final account with relevant backup as required in respect of base contract and variation income claims * Maintain a cost control model that includes the necessary cost coding structure for the effective execution and monitoring of the project and ensure that internal departments are fully aware of and use this coding e.g. stores, procurement etc. * To adhere to the Document Control System especially in respect of contractual agreements, appropriate records, backup of costs and correspondence (emails/letters/reports/filing etc.) * To measure work done and work in progress and produce accurate reports * To assist with preparing tender and contract / subcontract documents * To perform risk and value management exercises and analyse and develop responses to commercial risks. * To ensure familiarity with general fabrication, manufacturing and construction materials and methods (A full job description can be provided on request) Your experience: * Degree in quantity surveying or cost management (HND with suitable experience also considered). * Previous experience delivering civil/structural/heavy engineering projects successfully would be desirable. * Clear and logical thinker with determination and energy, good planning abilities, well-organised with good prioritising skills. * Previous experience of preparing work packages, managing subcontractors, variations, valuations and change control. * Using IT for tracking, reporting and communication, utilising the Microsoft suite of programs including MS project. If you feel this "Quantity Surveyor" role is something you are interested in knowing more about, or you would like to be considered for the role please apply via the button shown or call Michael or Anne on (Apply online only) to discuss your suitability and the role specifics in more detail. Please also be aware that any correspondence or discussions related to this opportunity will be conducted with the utmost of confidentiality. This vacancy is being advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Wellington Professional Recruitment Ltd are those of an Employment Agency on behalf of our client