Senior Quantity Surveyor

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a National House Builder, who have a great site in West Sussex and are building much needed family homes. If you have 5+ years of experience working client side for a Developer or House Builder and want a new challenge, this could be it. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will report into the Commercial Director and have responsibility for delivering these new homes. Senior Quantity Surveyor responsibilities: Managing the procurement costs relating to multiple building projects in accordance with the Commercial timetable. Working closely with Contracts Manager, Project/Site Managers, Technical Manager, Sales Manager and Customer Care Manager; Apply change control procedure; Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues; Manage sub-contractor accounts including ensuring that payments are timely and correct, and any other commercial issues are resolved; Prepare and maintain procurement schedules; Produce monthly CVR reports to monitor and control project finances below the construction budget; Reviewing sub-contractor queries and general sub-contact administration; Prepare, monitor and control risk and opportunity schedule; Ensure that the site is insured; Oversee QS’s and Assistant QS’s; including training plans and appraisals; Ensure work packages are procured, managed and financially controlled in a timely manner to meet construction programme; Monitor objectives of direct reports; Ensure direct reports follow correct procedures; Assist the Commercial Manager with relevant duties including preparation of financial reports for main board meetings; Manage Sales Extras procedures; Finalise and issue monthly cashflows. As part of the effective delivery of our Performance Development framework, provide coaching and regular feedback to maximise performance delivery and development, encouraging collaboration and empowerment Ensure effective communication that enables engagement and enablement Develop and ensure safe working practices Experience, Skills and Knowledge required Methodical way of thinking; Good knowledge of construction; Excellent problem-solving skills; Knowledge and experience of cost control, procurement and commercial aspects of construction/house building; Good financial and numeracy management skills; Excellent communication and negotiating skills; Ability to process complex information and assess requirements readily; Experience using COINS operating system; Conscientious and diligent work ethic; Organised, enthusiastic with a positive attitude;; Must hold a full Driving Licence; valid to drive in the UK; Must hold a relevant CSCS card; Main Contractor or Developer experience