Quantum Managing consultant job in London to work with Quantum Experts on a range of high value international projects that are heading towards resolution through the process of arbitration or litigation A Quantum Managing Consultant job is available in London that would be suitable for a Senior Consultant already working within quantum disputes or would also suit a Senior Quantity Surveyor currently working with a major contractor on decent sized UK projects and live contracts. Suitable candidates will be looking for a promotion to work within specialist quantum disputes work and would most like to work for a premium expert consultancy operating at the top of the specialist construction disputes industry. Strong analytical problem solving, and communications skills are essential for this challenging construction quantum role that will give you access to some of the world's most interesting and challenging construction disputes heading towards or actively being adjudicated arbitrated or litigated in the world today. Responsibilities and Duties As a Quantum Managing Consultant job within the specialist Quantum division of the construction disputes business, you will work with the London quantum team, including noted quantum experts and members of the delay team, to identify the best approach to individual litigation/arbitration matters in order to assist clients in attaining the desired legal outcome. Reporting to a Manager who will often also be a Lead Testifying Quantum Expert, you will work to support their workload, undertaking senior quantum related duties relating to multiple arbitration, expert witness and adjudication assignments as well as support aspects of live project work relating to contract administration or other distressed project support work. Specific Quantum Managing Consultant Job Duties May Include: Analysis of construction accounts, costs, values and payments to identify errors or opportunities Undertake technical analyses using appropriate methodologies and prepare reports on findings that can be incorporated within expert reports used in arbitrations and adjudications Write sections of quantum expert reports for checking by the quantum expert Provide specialist quantum related advice to the client through reports and presentations Desired Skills and Experience In order to have the necessary experience to undertake the Quantum Managing Consultant job role described above, it is expected that Quantum Managing Consultant candidates based in London will have recent experience either as a Quantum Consultant or Quantum Senior Consultant, or as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor with a premium reputable UK main contractor. In particular suitably experienced candidates for this Quantum Managing Consultant job role will have: 10 or more years' experience working in a relevant Quantity Surveying or cost controls capacity for a reputable contractor (possibly a premium cost consultancy company covering both pre and post contract works and contractual matters) Will have had experience of overseeing and managing the commercial administration of various construction contracts, assessing claims for legitimacy and quantum, and leading on the resolution of disputes with the supply chain Experienced and capable of managing, administering and understanding key forms of contract such as NEC3 ECC & PSC contracts, framework agreements, and bespoke forms of contracts (e.g. minor works and major design contracts) Previous experience of undertaking claims assessments, undertaking dispute discussions, handling risk identification and mitigation matters, and able to undertake contract reviews. Be able to evidence specific experience of or interest in construction disputes, to include claims, arbitration and/or litigation procedures Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills including experience drafting reports or briefing documents for management or stakeholders relating to construction claims, or ideally for litigation/arbitration (and show demonstrable ability to write and conduct business in English) Be able to demonstrate strong skills using relevant software tools required to be able to access source data such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), MS Project, Primavera P3/P6, Suretrak & similar tools Experience overseeing and managing the work of junior level staff Ability to communicate highly technical material to non-technical audience Be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, creative problem solving skills and be able to evidence the ability to work as a part of a team Qualifications/Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management or similar Master's degree in relevant construction specialism highly desirable, especially construction law LLM or similar MRICS or MInstCES or equivalent is highly desirable or progress towards Chartership actively underway Employing Company Overview and Profile Maxim Recruitment works with a range of construction dispute organisations around the world in the UK, Middle East, Hong Kong and Asia as well as in Canada and other parts of the world. This construction disputes employer provides the specialisms of both quantum and delay services and offers independent expert opinion services to their large international client base. They specialise in international arbitration, general commercial arbitration/litigation, forensic accounting, and other specialist services across a number of sectors. Their experts maintain integrity, quality, and objectivity when solving complex disputes, delivering details analyses, and articulating meaningful results in a clear and concise manner. The experts working for this organisation have testified across the globe on many of the largest construction delay and quantum matters, and their dispute services include forensic scheduling, project cost/quantum analytics, and liability reviews. Full details of this premium international construction disputes specialist and their operations across Hong Kong, Asia, the UK and the USA and Canada (and worldwide) will be provided to shortlisted applicants. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.
Apr 02, 2024
Full time
Quantum Managing consultant job in London to work with Quantum Experts on a range of high value international projects that are heading towards resolution through the process of arbitration or litigation A Quantum Managing Consultant job is available in London that would be suitable for a Senior Consultant already working within quantum disputes or would also suit a Senior Quantity Surveyor currently working with a major contractor on decent sized UK projects and live contracts. Suitable candidates will be looking for a promotion to work within specialist quantum disputes work and would most like to work for a premium expert consultancy operating at the top of the specialist construction disputes industry. Strong analytical problem solving, and communications skills are essential for this challenging construction quantum role that will give you access to some of the world's most interesting and challenging construction disputes heading towards or actively being adjudicated arbitrated or litigated in the world today. Responsibilities and Duties As a Quantum Managing Consultant job within the specialist Quantum division of the construction disputes business, you will work with the London quantum team, including noted quantum experts and members of the delay team, to identify the best approach to individual litigation/arbitration matters in order to assist clients in attaining the desired legal outcome. Reporting to a Manager who will often also be a Lead Testifying Quantum Expert, you will work to support their workload, undertaking senior quantum related duties relating to multiple arbitration, expert witness and adjudication assignments as well as support aspects of live project work relating to contract administration or other distressed project support work. Specific Quantum Managing Consultant Job Duties May Include: Analysis of construction accounts, costs, values and payments to identify errors or opportunities Undertake technical analyses using appropriate methodologies and prepare reports on findings that can be incorporated within expert reports used in arbitrations and adjudications Write sections of quantum expert reports for checking by the quantum expert Provide specialist quantum related advice to the client through reports and presentations Desired Skills and Experience In order to have the necessary experience to undertake the Quantum Managing Consultant job role described above, it is expected that Quantum Managing Consultant candidates based in London will have recent experience either as a Quantum Consultant or Quantum Senior Consultant, or as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Project Quantity Surveyor with a premium reputable UK main contractor. In particular suitably experienced candidates for this Quantum Managing Consultant job role will have: 10 or more years' experience working in a relevant Quantity Surveying or cost controls capacity for a reputable contractor (possibly a premium cost consultancy company covering both pre and post contract works and contractual matters) Will have had experience of overseeing and managing the commercial administration of various construction contracts, assessing claims for legitimacy and quantum, and leading on the resolution of disputes with the supply chain Experienced and capable of managing, administering and understanding key forms of contract such as NEC3 ECC & PSC contracts, framework agreements, and bespoke forms of contracts (e.g. minor works and major design contracts) Previous experience of undertaking claims assessments, undertaking dispute discussions, handling risk identification and mitigation matters, and able to undertake contract reviews. Be able to evidence specific experience of or interest in construction disputes, to include claims, arbitration and/or litigation procedures Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills including experience drafting reports or briefing documents for management or stakeholders relating to construction claims, or ideally for litigation/arbitration (and show demonstrable ability to write and conduct business in English) Be able to demonstrate strong skills using relevant software tools required to be able to access source data such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), MS Project, Primavera P3/P6, Suretrak & similar tools Experience overseeing and managing the work of junior level staff Ability to communicate highly technical material to non-technical audience Be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, creative problem solving skills and be able to evidence the ability to work as a part of a team Qualifications/Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management or similar Master's degree in relevant construction specialism highly desirable, especially construction law LLM or similar MRICS or MInstCES or equivalent is highly desirable or progress towards Chartership actively underway Employing Company Overview and Profile Maxim Recruitment works with a range of construction dispute organisations around the world in the UK, Middle East, Hong Kong and Asia as well as in Canada and other parts of the world. This construction disputes employer provides the specialisms of both quantum and delay services and offers independent expert opinion services to their large international client base. They specialise in international arbitration, general commercial arbitration/litigation, forensic accounting, and other specialist services across a number of sectors. Their experts maintain integrity, quality, and objectivity when solving complex disputes, delivering details analyses, and articulating meaningful results in a clear and concise manner. The experts working for this organisation have testified across the globe on many of the largest construction delay and quantum matters, and their dispute services include forensic scheduling, project cost/quantum analytics, and liability reviews. Full details of this premium international construction disputes specialist and their operations across Hong Kong, Asia, the UK and the USA and Canada (and worldwide) will be provided to shortlisted applicants. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives Nilam Modhwadia is our specialist consultant managing this position (Office hours 8.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday) Recommend this job to a friend and get a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful matches.
There's never been a better time to join our award-winning business!
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the members of our in-house Commercial team. You will ensure the management of Contracting Services for Housing Plus Group is delivered in line with operation needs and provides Value for Money.
You will be joining an ECA and ELECSA approved, award-winning contractor, which is responsible for ensuring compliance across the Group.
Job purpose:
To ensure the management of Contracting Services for Housing Plus Group id delivered in line with operation needs and provides Value for Money ('VFM')
Main accountabilities: List in order of priority, the major activities, or functions necessary to achieve the job's end results.
Precontract Stage - specific responsibilities required to undertake during that period.
Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
Run cost analyses of the various types of work as a forerunner to tender preparation.
Select, price and source Construction Materials and Services
Advise clients on procurement strategies.
Factor in the implications of health and safety regulations.
Identify commercial risks and help develop suitable responses.
Pre & Post Contract Stage responsibilities will expand into getting work started and then keeping it on track.
Prepare the tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities, with the architect and the client.
Select subcontractors, agree the scope of services and allocate work.
Monitor and control costs throughout the project.
Identify risks surrounding the project and the likelihood of cost variation.
Track any changes to the design or actual work and adjust budget projections.
Value completed work and arrange payments to subcontractors.
Analyse progress and write detailed reports.
Liaise between Senior Managers, Project Managers, and the Client/Landlord Representatives
Project Close responsibilities will involve reviewing the project and helping to fully hand over management of the site to your client.
Prepare summary reports for the client and other relevant stakeholders.
Run cost analyses for ongoing repair and maintenance work.
Advise on any outstanding contractual claims remaining.Financial responsibility:
Responsible for the procurement of all goods and services individual contracts to the value of £6m with responsibility for a procurement portfolio of £16m per annum
Health and Safety: To be aware of the H&S risks in the work area and when out on site and follow the H&S Policy and Procedures laid down by the Group.
In order for Managers to achieve our Health & Safety aims and objectives you will be conversant with the Current Health And Safety Policy on the Intranet in particular the Statement of Intent and section 5 of the Policy "Health & Safety Responsibilities".
Role Specific responsibilities example
Ensure any new staff are introduced to risk assessment for the team
That a DSE or home working risk assessment is carried out for any reportsData Protection:
To follow the Data Protection principles in all work activity
To attend any training specific to the role regarding GDPR
To ensure direct reports are aware of and manage data securely and within the organisation parameters.Please get in touch today with our Consultant Alex Marsh on (phone number removed) for more details on opportunities available, or apply below with your CV.
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Jan 21, 2022
Permanent
There's never been a better time to join our award-winning business!
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the members of our in-house Commercial team. You will ensure the management of Contracting Services for Housing Plus Group is delivered in line with operation needs and provides Value for Money.
You will be joining an ECA and ELECSA approved, award-winning contractor, which is responsible for ensuring compliance across the Group.
Job purpose:
To ensure the management of Contracting Services for Housing Plus Group id delivered in line with operation needs and provides Value for Money ('VFM')
Main accountabilities: List in order of priority, the major activities, or functions necessary to achieve the job's end results.
Precontract Stage - specific responsibilities required to undertake during that period.
Assist in establishing a client's requirements and undertake feasibility studies.
Run cost analyses of the various types of work as a forerunner to tender preparation.
Select, price and source Construction Materials and Services
Advise clients on procurement strategies.
Factor in the implications of health and safety regulations.
Identify commercial risks and help develop suitable responses.
Pre & Post Contract Stage responsibilities will expand into getting work started and then keeping it on track.
Prepare the tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities, with the architect and the client.
Select subcontractors, agree the scope of services and allocate work.
Monitor and control costs throughout the project.
Identify risks surrounding the project and the likelihood of cost variation.
Track any changes to the design or actual work and adjust budget projections.
Value completed work and arrange payments to subcontractors.
Analyse progress and write detailed reports.
Liaise between Senior Managers, Project Managers, and the Client/Landlord Representatives
Project Close responsibilities will involve reviewing the project and helping to fully hand over management of the site to your client.
Prepare summary reports for the client and other relevant stakeholders.
Run cost analyses for ongoing repair and maintenance work.
Advise on any outstanding contractual claims remaining.Financial responsibility:
Responsible for the procurement of all goods and services individual contracts to the value of £6m with responsibility for a procurement portfolio of £16m per annum
Health and Safety: To be aware of the H&S risks in the work area and when out on site and follow the H&S Policy and Procedures laid down by the Group.
In order for Managers to achieve our Health & Safety aims and objectives you will be conversant with the Current Health And Safety Policy on the Intranet in particular the Statement of Intent and section 5 of the Policy "Health & Safety Responsibilities".
Role Specific responsibilities example
Ensure any new staff are introduced to risk assessment for the team
That a DSE or home working risk assessment is carried out for any reportsData Protection:
To follow the Data Protection principles in all work activity
To attend any training specific to the role regarding GDPR
To ensure direct reports are aware of and manage data securely and within the organisation parameters.Please get in touch today with our Consultant Alex Marsh on (phone number removed) for more details on opportunities available, or apply below with your CV.
Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction & Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website
Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks & Civil Engineering - Manchester - Up to £60k plus package (depending on experience) - call me for more information (phone number removed) - email to apply
My client are a medium sized groundworks contractor based in Manchester. Typical projects for this contractor consist of groundwork projects, demolition, remediation, muck shift and general civil engineering projects.
This is an split office and site based role. The office is in Manchester and the sites are in the North West area (Manchester / Lancashire and Liverpool) areas.
Candidate essentials
Subcontracting groundworks background (must have ran a groundworks projects from inception to final account). ESSENTIAL: Must have previously worked for a groundworks subcontractor - essential
NEC Contract knowledge
Relevant project experience
Good Excel Knowledge
Compiled and administered NEC subcontract contracts previously
Duties
Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks
Undertaking costs analysis
Providing advice on contractual claims
Assisting in establishing a clients requirements and undertaking feasibility studies
Performing risk and value management and cost control
Advising on procurement strategy
Preparing and analysing costing for tenders
Allocating work to subcontractors
Salary
£35,000 -£60,000 (depending on experience) please note they are open to seeing project level candidates or senior level candidates.
Car Allowance
Pension plus contributions
Holidays
Hope to hear from you soon,
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Alexandra Smith at AndersElite is a specialist civil engineering and building recruitment consultant.
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Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
Project or Senior Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks & Civil Engineering - Manchester - Up to £60k plus package (depending on experience) - call me for more information (phone number removed) - email to apply
My client are a medium sized groundworks contractor based in Manchester. Typical projects for this contractor consist of groundwork projects, demolition, remediation, muck shift and general civil engineering projects.
This is an split office and site based role. The office is in Manchester and the sites are in the North West area (Manchester / Lancashire and Liverpool) areas.
Candidate essentials
Subcontracting groundworks background (must have ran a groundworks projects from inception to final account). ESSENTIAL: Must have previously worked for a groundworks subcontractor - essential
NEC Contract knowledge
Relevant project experience
Good Excel Knowledge
Compiled and administered NEC subcontract contracts previously
Duties
Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks
Undertaking costs analysis
Providing advice on contractual claims
Assisting in establishing a clients requirements and undertaking feasibility studies
Performing risk and value management and cost control
Advising on procurement strategy
Preparing and analysing costing for tenders
Allocating work to subcontractors
Salary
£35,000 -£60,000 (depending on experience) please note they are open to seeing project level candidates or senior level candidates.
Car Allowance
Pension plus contributions
Holidays
Hope to hear from you soon,
To see all my live job lists please add me on LinkedIn
https://(url removed)/in/alexandra-smith-(phone number removed)
Alexandra Smith at AndersElite is a specialist civil engineering and building recruitment consultant.
Anderselite Ltd operates as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business.
Our non-discrimination policy can be viewed on our website at
This challenging and exciting opportunity, requires an individual with a proven and demonstrable track record of achievement at a senior or managing level of quantity surveying from within any area of the construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, structural or specialist sub-contracting sectors.
Our client is one of the leading independent geotechnical and ground engineering specialists in the UK that enables them to deliver projects nationwide and deliver high quality geotechnical, geo-environmental and ground engineering investigations and services. They operate within a variety of sectors that include high-rise buildings, brownfield and waterside developments, bridges, railways, highways, pipelines, offshore energy and multi-utilities. Projects vary in size and complexity, from small ground investigations to multi-million pound developments for clients including developers, house builders, architects, consultant engineers, central government, local authorities, main contractors and utilities operators.
Overview
The business has a strategy to grow significantly over the next three to five years, coupled with the recent award of several long term major HS2 contracts, resulting in a number of exciting opportunities for a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors Engineers to play a key role in realising this strategy. The successful candidates will assist and lead all commercial and contractual matters, and effectively support the Commercial Director and Management team to ensure successful and profitable delivery of a wide range of technically complex and challenging projects.
The Role
* Overseeing commercial activities and financial governance, working closely with the operations and pre-contract teams
* Risk assessment, identification and management
* Cash flow management, and cost and budget compliance
* Continual review and challenge of existing processes to identify and implement best practice
* Negotiate and approve contracts and sub-contracts, ensuring contracts have been compiled and implemented prior to commencement of works, and review third party contracts
* To assist in the commercial elements of oversee tendering activities including enquiries, bid evaluations, proposals of bidder selection and risk avoidance
* Negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes
* Identifying and managing risk and opportunities associated with contracts
* Provide commercial and contractual advice to both the operations and pre-contract teams
* Notification, preparation and agreement of insurance claims
* Attend project review, progress and close out meetings
* Oversee WIP levels and cashflow to ensure efficient process of cash collection
* Oversee the timely submission of final accounts to clients
* Maintain a register of contractual claims and disputes for and against the company
* Undertake annual audits for each main contract to ensure good practice and compliance with procedures
* Prepare monthly financial reports identifying any trends or areas for improvement
* Managing the entire lifecycle of contracts, including final accounts measurement and agreement of interim assessments, EWN’s, CE’s and EoT’s etc
* Financial reconciliation and contractual administration and reporting
* Attending and contributing to risk management, value engineering, cost and value, and progress and design meetings
* Preparation of CVR’s, including KPI information, estimates of defined costs to complete and pain / gain position
* Preparing and agreeing final accounts and sub-contracts
* Acting as a senior member of the commercial team, thus leading from the front with a positive, enthusiastic and motivated work ethic
The Person
* A Quantity Surveying Degree is desirable, however and HNC or HND combined with commensurate experience will be considered
* A sound working knowledge of construction and contract law, and various forms and conditions of contract
* A detailed knowledge and understanding of tendering and procurement processes
* A thorough knowledge of a wide range of civil engineering or specialist construction techniques
* The ability to apply the knowledge and principles of commercial management to a variety of turnkey construction projects
* Working knowledge of basic plant, equipment and materials
An attractive basic salary plus extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity in security of work and forward career progression.
We are committed to equal opportunities. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, religion and belief or nationality
Jun 23, 2020
Permanent
This challenging and exciting opportunity, requires an individual with a proven and demonstrable track record of achievement at a senior or managing level of quantity surveying from within any area of the construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, structural or specialist sub-contracting sectors.
Our client is one of the leading independent geotechnical and ground engineering specialists in the UK that enables them to deliver projects nationwide and deliver high quality geotechnical, geo-environmental and ground engineering investigations and services. They operate within a variety of sectors that include high-rise buildings, brownfield and waterside developments, bridges, railways, highways, pipelines, offshore energy and multi-utilities. Projects vary in size and complexity, from small ground investigations to multi-million pound developments for clients including developers, house builders, architects, consultant engineers, central government, local authorities, main contractors and utilities operators.
Overview
The business has a strategy to grow significantly over the next three to five years, coupled with the recent award of several long term major HS2 contracts, resulting in a number of exciting opportunities for a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors Engineers to play a key role in realising this strategy. The successful candidates will assist and lead all commercial and contractual matters, and effectively support the Commercial Director and Management team to ensure successful and profitable delivery of a wide range of technically complex and challenging projects.
The Role
* Overseeing commercial activities and financial governance, working closely with the operations and pre-contract teams
* Risk assessment, identification and management
* Cash flow management, and cost and budget compliance
* Continual review and challenge of existing processes to identify and implement best practice
* Negotiate and approve contracts and sub-contracts, ensuring contracts have been compiled and implemented prior to commencement of works, and review third party contracts
* To assist in the commercial elements of oversee tendering activities including enquiries, bid evaluations, proposals of bidder selection and risk avoidance
* Negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes
* Identifying and managing risk and opportunities associated with contracts
* Provide commercial and contractual advice to both the operations and pre-contract teams
* Notification, preparation and agreement of insurance claims
* Attend project review, progress and close out meetings
* Oversee WIP levels and cashflow to ensure efficient process of cash collection
* Oversee the timely submission of final accounts to clients
* Maintain a register of contractual claims and disputes for and against the company
* Undertake annual audits for each main contract to ensure good practice and compliance with procedures
* Prepare monthly financial reports identifying any trends or areas for improvement
* Managing the entire lifecycle of contracts, including final accounts measurement and agreement of interim assessments, EWN’s, CE’s and EoT’s etc
* Financial reconciliation and contractual administration and reporting
* Attending and contributing to risk management, value engineering, cost and value, and progress and design meetings
* Preparation of CVR’s, including KPI information, estimates of defined costs to complete and pain / gain position
* Preparing and agreeing final accounts and sub-contracts
* Acting as a senior member of the commercial team, thus leading from the front with a positive, enthusiastic and motivated work ethic
The Person
* A Quantity Surveying Degree is desirable, however and HNC or HND combined with commensurate experience will be considered
* A sound working knowledge of construction and contract law, and various forms and conditions of contract
* A detailed knowledge and understanding of tendering and procurement processes
* A thorough knowledge of a wide range of civil engineering or specialist construction techniques
* The ability to apply the knowledge and principles of commercial management to a variety of turnkey construction projects
* Working knowledge of basic plant, equipment and materials
An attractive basic salary plus extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity in security of work and forward career progression.
We are committed to equal opportunities. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, religion and belief or nationality
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantum Consultant job in London
Description
Quantum Quantity Surveyor job in London – My client is looking for a Quantum Quantity Surveyor in London to work for my client who are an international claims specialist and are highly experienced in the development and defence of commercial claims.
THEIR CLAIMS PREPARATION AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES INCLUDE:
* Contractual health checks and the development of claim avoidance and resolution strategies
* Development and defence of claims for extensions of time and related monetary relief
* Acceleration claims
* Disruption and loss of productivity claims
* Advice on termination and suspension
* Pursuit of remedies in regard to payment default
* Breach of contract and damages claims
You will be working as a Senior Consultant in the business providing support to a Director / Expert Witness on major claims and disputes in the domestic and international construction markets. You will spend much of your time using your Quantity Surveying / Quantum experience to expertly analyse documents to assess any grounds for unreasonable pricings, negligence, and other dispute related matters and reporting these findings in an expert report or in claim preparation / defence.
Responsibilities
Some specific duties will include (not limited to):
* High level Quantum Analysis
• Supporting the Expert Witness on selected commissions
• Writing sections of Expert Reports
• Assessing contract termination
• Cost and Damages analysis
• Arbitration support
• Dispute resolution
Qualifications
* Experience working at the level of Senior Quantity Surveyor or as a Quantum Consultant within a construction disputes consultancy
* Experience in the financial sector is a bonus however not essential
* Experience working for either a Main Contractor or PQS company are both considered
* Some exposure to construction disputes already is preferable
* Degree qualified is strongly preferred in Quantity Surveying or similar construction discipline
* A qualification in construction law or on route to achieving is a bonus, but relevant experience is more strongly preferred for this role
* MRICS, on route or willingness to achieve is important
Job Benefits
* £70,000- £80,000 + excellent benefits
* The selected candidate will be rewarded with benefits generous pension and bonus schemes. You will have real opportunity to succeed and a good opportunity to work on interesting projects.
Contacts
For more information on this role and others please call (phone number removed) and speak to Dan Crowley at HeatherDaniel International.
HeatherDaniel International is a construction recruitment agency. Our deep rooted knowledge of the industry means we have insight into which companies will enable you to achieve your career ambitions. We recruit for a number of developers, contractors & consultancies. If you are looking for a Quantity Surveying job in London, or another position as a Cost Consultant, Project Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or Associate Director please contact our experienced consultants to discuss your career aspirations on (phone number removed)
Apr 26, 2020
Permanent
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Quantum Consultant job in London
Description
Quantum Quantity Surveyor job in London – My client is looking for a Quantum Quantity Surveyor in London to work for my client who are an international claims specialist and are highly experienced in the development and defence of commercial claims.
THEIR CLAIMS PREPARATION AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES INCLUDE:
* Contractual health checks and the development of claim avoidance and resolution strategies
* Development and defence of claims for extensions of time and related monetary relief
* Acceleration claims
* Disruption and loss of productivity claims
* Advice on termination and suspension
* Pursuit of remedies in regard to payment default
* Breach of contract and damages claims
You will be working as a Senior Consultant in the business providing support to a Director / Expert Witness on major claims and disputes in the domestic and international construction markets. You will spend much of your time using your Quantity Surveying / Quantum experience to expertly analyse documents to assess any grounds for unreasonable pricings, negligence, and other dispute related matters and reporting these findings in an expert report or in claim preparation / defence.
Responsibilities
Some specific duties will include (not limited to):
* High level Quantum Analysis
• Supporting the Expert Witness on selected commissions
• Writing sections of Expert Reports
• Assessing contract termination
• Cost and Damages analysis
• Arbitration support
• Dispute resolution
Qualifications
* Experience working at the level of Senior Quantity Surveyor or as a Quantum Consultant within a construction disputes consultancy
* Experience in the financial sector is a bonus however not essential
* Experience working for either a Main Contractor or PQS company are both considered
* Some exposure to construction disputes already is preferable
* Degree qualified is strongly preferred in Quantity Surveying or similar construction discipline
* A qualification in construction law or on route to achieving is a bonus, but relevant experience is more strongly preferred for this role
* MRICS, on route or willingness to achieve is important
Job Benefits
* £70,000- £80,000 + excellent benefits
* The selected candidate will be rewarded with benefits generous pension and bonus schemes. You will have real opportunity to succeed and a good opportunity to work on interesting projects.
Contacts
For more information on this role and others please call (phone number removed) and speak to Dan Crowley at HeatherDaniel International.
HeatherDaniel International is a construction recruitment agency. Our deep rooted knowledge of the industry means we have insight into which companies will enable you to achieve your career ambitions. We recruit for a number of developers, contractors & consultancies. If you are looking for a Quantity Surveying job in London, or another position as a Cost Consultant, Project Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or Associate Director please contact our experienced consultants to discuss your career aspirations on (phone number removed)
Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to: Commercial Manager/Operations Executive
Location: Site based
Salary 40- 60k dependent on experience
Reporting to: Commercial Manager/Operations Executive
My client is a market leader in the design and implementation of ground and water remediation solutions for land restoration. Their applied technologies for contaminated soil and water treatment, together with an expert waste management capability, delivers measurable, cost and programme benefits for all their clients.
The type of work my client undertakes is Bulk excavation on site moving and shifting earth of site to their waste treatment hub where they decontaminate the earth and bring it back to site after testing.
Job Purpose Statement
The purpose of this role will be to work as part of a growing team in the commercial department and to carry out all duties in relation to cost management including cost mitigation, vetting client contracts, preparing sub-contracts, to undertake valuations in accordance with the contract, agree and process relevant sub-contractor payments. You will also need experience in cost analysis and cost forecasting. You will also be required to visit sites and offer commercial advice as well as identify and correctly notify variations, extensions of time, etc.
Working Relationships
* All Internal Departments
* Directors
* Plant Hire and Suppliers
* Client and his representatives
* Sub-contractors
* Consultants
Job Accountabilities
Primary responsibilities;
* Vetting of the client's main contract and terms and conditions
* Ongoing cost analysis of projects including forecast cost to completion
* Perform risk and value management
* In conjunction with the Contracts Manager prepare sub-contracts and scope documents
* Agree interim payments with the clients and final accounts
* Prepare monthly project costs and value reports
* Agree interim payments with the sub-contractors and final accounts
* Manage retention payments
* Prepare a monthly financial report for the board of directors
Secondary responsibilities;
* Reconcile tipping schedules for projects for payment reconciliation with the supplier and for valuation purposes
* Liaise with the site and collect and then compile day works sheets and review contract extra works and submit in valuations
* Deal with any claims to the clients (with the help of payments)
* Agree any extra works and day works with client
* Monitor payments and shortfalls and action for all projects in table to include - contract sum, extras, value to date, % complete, budgeted cost, actual costs, variance, accruals, retention, payment terms, valuation dates etc.
* Prepare cost to complete budgets
* Regular meetings with the client PQS
* Assisting the estimating team with commercial input
Skills and Aptitude
* Strong numeracy and financial management skills
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
* Team worker with good interpersonal skills
* Motivated and hardworking
* Be proficient in using a wide variety of computer programmes.
* Ability to prioritise and to meet demanding deadlines.
* Be a problem solver
Experience and Knowledge
* Be well versed with all forms of contract
* Have negotiating experience
* Must have between 3 and 5 years` experience as a Quantity Surveyor preferably with an earthworks/remediation contractor but not essential.
* Sound building and construction knowledge.
* The candidate will be very hands-on with a sound knowledge of the civil engineering sector.
Qualifications
* The successful candidate will be suitably qualified preferably with a degree in Quantity Surveying although other applicants with a long history in Quantity Surveying will be considered
If you feel you are an ideal candidate for this role please contact Daniel Lewis on (Apply online only) or email
Jan 22, 2017
Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor
Reporting to: Commercial Manager/Operations Executive
Location: Site based
Salary 40- 60k dependent on experience
Reporting to: Commercial Manager/Operations Executive
My client is a market leader in the design and implementation of ground and water remediation solutions for land restoration. Their applied technologies for contaminated soil and water treatment, together with an expert waste management capability, delivers measurable, cost and programme benefits for all their clients.
The type of work my client undertakes is Bulk excavation on site moving and shifting earth of site to their waste treatment hub where they decontaminate the earth and bring it back to site after testing.
Job Purpose Statement
The purpose of this role will be to work as part of a growing team in the commercial department and to carry out all duties in relation to cost management including cost mitigation, vetting client contracts, preparing sub-contracts, to undertake valuations in accordance with the contract, agree and process relevant sub-contractor payments. You will also need experience in cost analysis and cost forecasting. You will also be required to visit sites and offer commercial advice as well as identify and correctly notify variations, extensions of time, etc.
Working Relationships
* All Internal Departments
* Directors
* Plant Hire and Suppliers
* Client and his representatives
* Sub-contractors
* Consultants
Job Accountabilities
Primary responsibilities;
* Vetting of the client's main contract and terms and conditions
* Ongoing cost analysis of projects including forecast cost to completion
* Perform risk and value management
* In conjunction with the Contracts Manager prepare sub-contracts and scope documents
* Agree interim payments with the clients and final accounts
* Prepare monthly project costs and value reports
* Agree interim payments with the sub-contractors and final accounts
* Manage retention payments
* Prepare a monthly financial report for the board of directors
Secondary responsibilities;
* Reconcile tipping schedules for projects for payment reconciliation with the supplier and for valuation purposes
* Liaise with the site and collect and then compile day works sheets and review contract extra works and submit in valuations
* Deal with any claims to the clients (with the help of payments)
* Agree any extra works and day works with client
* Monitor payments and shortfalls and action for all projects in table to include - contract sum, extras, value to date, % complete, budgeted cost, actual costs, variance, accruals, retention, payment terms, valuation dates etc.
* Prepare cost to complete budgets
* Regular meetings with the client PQS
* Assisting the estimating team with commercial input
Skills and Aptitude
* Strong numeracy and financial management skills
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
* Team worker with good interpersonal skills
* Motivated and hardworking
* Be proficient in using a wide variety of computer programmes.
* Ability to prioritise and to meet demanding deadlines.
* Be a problem solver
Experience and Knowledge
* Be well versed with all forms of contract
* Have negotiating experience
* Must have between 3 and 5 years` experience as a Quantity Surveyor preferably with an earthworks/remediation contractor but not essential.
* Sound building and construction knowledge.
* The candidate will be very hands-on with a sound knowledge of the civil engineering sector.
Qualifications
* The successful candidate will be suitably qualified preferably with a degree in Quantity Surveying although other applicants with a long history in Quantity Surveying will be considered
If you feel you are an ideal candidate for this role please contact Daniel Lewis on (Apply online only) or email
Pyramid Recruitment Ltd
United Kingdom - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Contracts Manager (Quantum) & Planning Manager (delay): Consultancy
Doha, Qatar & Dubai, UAE c55,000 to 70,000 QAR / AED package
NO. 8 Consultants / Senior Consultants & Associate Directors
Pyramid has been working with a long-term client based in Qatar whom are a leading global specialist consultancy that provides dispute resolution services to a broad range of clients in the construction and engineering sectors. The business is in a period of growth and developing its Qatar & Dubai office.
Currently they boast a global team of consultants working on cost / quantum and delay / programme related claims assignments on major high profile disputes internationally. These opportunities require someone with 5 years + post qualification experience in handling this type of work. There is significant opportunity for career development and progression for hard working career minded applicants. You must hold a European passport to be considered
NB: All the above roles ask that you will hold a degree relevant to the construction industry (or ample Middle East / Asia projects experience & offer HND / HNC or equivalent) Retain Membership of a relevant professional institute – MICE, RICS etc or working towards chartered membership of a professional institution. Be working towards or hold additional relevant qualifications – Arbitration, Adjudication, Expert Witness certification etc
Responsibilities
• Delivering high quality commercial advice on quantum matters to new and existing clients that include main contractors, law firms and employers on high value projects and disputes.
• Advising on responses to commercial and contractual issues as they arise.
• Working on adjudications, preparing claims, expert reports and assisting Directors on a range of Dispute related work.
Attributes / Expertise
• Ideally you will be a chartered quantity surveyor who has already worked for a dispute resolution specialist / consultancy in the building, infrastructure or energy sector or a contractor where you have gained exposure to claims.
• Good working contract knowledge ideally with some exposure to the FIDIC suite
• Professionally qualified and/or ideally dual qualified in contract law with relevant memberships or willing to work towards gaining these.
• A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic about the sector with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career.
All applications treated in strict confidence. Please contact us if you need more information about this opportunity.
We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK. Or hold a European passport
Pyramid Recruitment Limited is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Planning, Project Controls & dispute resolution professionals worldwide
Jan 22, 2017
Contracts Manager (Quantum) & Planning Manager (delay): Consultancy
Doha, Qatar & Dubai, UAE c55,000 to 70,000 QAR / AED package
NO. 8 Consultants / Senior Consultants & Associate Directors
Pyramid has been working with a long-term client based in Qatar whom are a leading global specialist consultancy that provides dispute resolution services to a broad range of clients in the construction and engineering sectors. The business is in a period of growth and developing its Qatar & Dubai office.
Currently they boast a global team of consultants working on cost / quantum and delay / programme related claims assignments on major high profile disputes internationally. These opportunities require someone with 5 years + post qualification experience in handling this type of work. There is significant opportunity for career development and progression for hard working career minded applicants. You must hold a European passport to be considered
NB: All the above roles ask that you will hold a degree relevant to the construction industry (or ample Middle East / Asia projects experience & offer HND / HNC or equivalent) Retain Membership of a relevant professional institute – MICE, RICS etc or working towards chartered membership of a professional institution. Be working towards or hold additional relevant qualifications – Arbitration, Adjudication, Expert Witness certification etc
Responsibilities
• Delivering high quality commercial advice on quantum matters to new and existing clients that include main contractors, law firms and employers on high value projects and disputes.
• Advising on responses to commercial and contractual issues as they arise.
• Working on adjudications, preparing claims, expert reports and assisting Directors on a range of Dispute related work.
Attributes / Expertise
• Ideally you will be a chartered quantity surveyor who has already worked for a dispute resolution specialist / consultancy in the building, infrastructure or energy sector or a contractor where you have gained exposure to claims.
• Good working contract knowledge ideally with some exposure to the FIDIC suite
• Professionally qualified and/or ideally dual qualified in contract law with relevant memberships or willing to work towards gaining these.
• A people person, a team player and someone enthusiastic about the sector with the drive and motivation to want to develop and progress their career.
All applications treated in strict confidence. Please contact us if you need more information about this opportunity.
We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK. Or hold a European passport
Pyramid Recruitment Limited is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Planning, Project Controls & dispute resolution professionals worldwide
We have been engaged by a North West civil engineering contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to work as part of their successful rail team out of offices in the West of Greater Manchester.
Reporting to the Senior QS your main role will be to assist in the financial management of schemes in their structures division. This will involve predominantly working from the office but will also require you to travel out to sites from time to time. You will be involved in site liaison, contract management in terms of any claims or variations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting using Excel, etc…
To be considered for the role you should be able to show a progressive career as a contractor’s QS in a civil engineering environment. Although you’ll be working with the rail team the work is all civil engineering so although previous experience of working with Network Rail would be advantage it isn’t a necessity. You should be strong with reporting, a good communicator and a pro-active worker. Ideally you will also be degree qualified with membership (or on course for membership) of a relevant chartered body. You should also be strong with MS Excel as that is the main reporting tool used by the company.
If you are interested in this role please forward your CV and you will be contacted by the relevant consultant.
Regum Ltd is operating as a recruitment agency in respect of this role
Jan 22, 2017
We have been engaged by a North West civil engineering contractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to work as part of their successful rail team out of offices in the West of Greater Manchester.
Reporting to the Senior QS your main role will be to assist in the financial management of schemes in their structures division. This will involve predominantly working from the office but will also require you to travel out to sites from time to time. You will be involved in site liaison, contract management in terms of any claims or variations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting using Excel, etc…
To be considered for the role you should be able to show a progressive career as a contractor’s QS in a civil engineering environment. Although you’ll be working with the rail team the work is all civil engineering so although previous experience of working with Network Rail would be advantage it isn’t a necessity. You should be strong with reporting, a good communicator and a pro-active worker. Ideally you will also be degree qualified with membership (or on course for membership) of a relevant chartered body. You should also be strong with MS Excel as that is the main reporting tool used by the company.
If you are interested in this role please forward your CV and you will be contacted by the relevant consultant.
Regum Ltd is operating as a recruitment agency in respect of this role