Quantity Surveyor

Company Info

Part of a Large Parent Group, our client’s offer a complete groundwater control and management service, which encompasses design, installation and maintenance programmes to businesses throughout the UK and Ireland. Working within many industry sectors, they have been part of some of the smallest and the largest infrastructure schemes across the UK. 

With over 35 years of experience and more than 2,500 projects to their name, they are dedicated to investing in technology to constantly improve the service we provide. With innovative technology and systems they provide unrivalled and outstanding service to clients of all sizes, from simple residential groundwater control to large-scale national water management projects. 

From design solutions to construction dewatering and plenty in between, every one of our client’s staff share one key objective - delivering confidence through excellence.

Job Purpose

The principal function of this position to undertake Quantity Surveying duties as part of a team on multiple projects in collaboration with the Operations teams, Clients, and other stakeholders with the primary aim to help manage commercial functions including general & key correspondence, project costs and monthly billing.

Reports to / Works closely with Operations Director (Line Manager) and Commercial Manager (day to day liaison regarding commercial risk and SCA processes.

Employment Details

• Full time, permanent role
• The role is predominately site based (in London and the South East) and based out of our clients Head Office in Hertfordshire, but you will be expected to visit our clients sites for meetings, site walkovers, site inductions, undertake project briefings within the UK, mainland Europe and possibly globally as required.
• Our clients offer an extensive training and development program which will commence after individuals complete their probationary period. Company Induction, Initial basic training & PPE issue will be provided from commencement of your employment.
• Excellent Holiday package: 25 days Holidays + 8 back holidays which increases to 32, 1 per year of employment
• Health insurance
• Pension
• Gym scheme (Hustle - gyms across a UK)
• Expenses for travel and business 
• Cycle to work scheme (65%)

• Costco Membership Discount
• EAP Program

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• The role is a combination of site and office-based work and does require the candidate to utilise a Visual Display Unit (VDU) as part of their day-to-day activities. On site activities will require periods of time often in outdoor environments in all weather conditions.

• The role requires the ability to work on site, access shafts and walk along tunnels.

Position summary

Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to:

• Carry out Quantity Surveyor duties
• General commercial project management including provision of the following:
  • monthly cost value reconciliations, monthly and quarterly forecasts
  • monthly application for payment
  • change correspondence, claims & tracking
  • assisting with credit control functions
  • assisting with project-specific risk management
• Undertake regular meetings to maintain client professional relationships
• Undertaking feasibility studies, site surveys and estimations
• Assist the Commercial Manager with identification, analysis and responses to commercial risks and opportunities
• Obtain competitive prices from suppliers and subcontractors if required.
• Maintaining a professional approach with clients and professional teams, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Ensure compliance and adherence with project and company commercial procedures for procurement and subcontract management
• Analysing project outcomes and write detailed progress reports
• Value completed work and arranged payments
• Maximising potential project income at all times

The above is not exhaustive, and you will be expected to undertake any other duties which may reasonably fall within the level of responsibility and competence.

The duties of the post-holder will require collaboration with the other departments within the UK business unit from accounts, operations, technical and technical sales. The post-holder must be able to establish good working relationships with people from these different disciplines and areas and be able to communicate effectively with them to deliver targeted financial results. 

Candidate Requirements:

• A motivated and hardworking individual with great written and communication skills is essential. A demonstrable and proven track record working for a main or sub-contractor in the construction industry and has sufficient skills, training and knowledge such as:
• Qualified at degree or HNC/D level and working towards RICS/CICES, or equivalent professional level
• Experience of working under the common standard forms of contract including NEC3
• Should be comfortable working as part of a commercial team with a willingness to contribute to all project success factors
• A positive, proactive individual that works collaboratively with colleagues and the client team
• An expert negotiator with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills

• Confident and experienced in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Project
• Experience of:
  • Preparing Valuations, variations and final accounts
  • Managing Sub-contract accounts & procurement
  • Working within Company Best Practice Procedures
  • Understand the implications of health and safety regulations
• Resourcefulness, initiative and the ability to work unsupervised in often difficult and challenging situations.
• A persuasive character who can get the job done
• Full UK Driving License