Managing Quantity Surveyor

Description

• Support the Commercial Manager with departmental initiatives and the implementation of best practice
• Maintain accurate retention and payment records, resolving any queries swiftly
• Review and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms for the business
• Provide ongoing commercial advice to delivery teams and ensure compliance with contractual requirements
• Provide insights and support to delivery teams and management to assist with business-wide reporting cycles
• Act responsibly with information systems and report any suspicious or unusual activity in line with company policy
• Provide commercial leadership and oversight across a range of frameworks and contract types
• Deliver monthly KPI and financial reports to customers, ensuring full compliance with contractual deadlines
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to other commercial team members
• Manage a portfolio of projects from contract award through to final account
• Oversee supplier and subcontractor orders to maintain budgetary control and identify potential savings
• Prepare and issue invoices and applications for payment in line with contractual and progress requirements
• Complete accurate and timely internal monthly financial reports and cashflow forecasts
• Ensure swift contract set-up to provide key stakeholders with timely access to critical project information
• Liaise closely with customers and credit control to ensure timely approvals and payments
• Attend pre-let and customer commercial meetings, ensuring transparency and proactive communication
• Prepare and submit quotations and variations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract rates
• Line management and supporting the teams professional development
• Implement effective change control processes with delivery teams and ensure turnaround within set deadlines

Requirements

• Completer-finisher with excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage commercial aspects of projects from contract award to final account
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to perform under pressure
• Background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering
• Problem solver with a proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement
• Previous experience in the water industry
• Strong knowledge and experience of NEC contracts
• Competent in MS Excel (advanced)
• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated management experience, with the ability to coach and lead others
• Strong communicator across all mediums

Benefits

• Life Assurance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Employee recognition schemes
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Competitive salaries
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance