Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Manage commercial contracts, audits, and cost control for Energy Networks in Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

• cost auditing
• kpi measurement
• contract management
• risk register
• negotiation
• stakeholder management

Tasks

-Audit and provide timely and constructive challenge of contractor costs, in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Contract that seem excessive compared with the benchmark data and output(s) being delivered. -Measure supplier delivery performance against contract KPIs, prepare associated reports and implement improvements as required. -Control external contract expenditure through appropriate scope control, change management, technical and financial verification processes in geographic area. -Agree value of works done for interim and progress payments with contractors. -Write clear and precise reports and relate complex information to a diverse range of people. -Commercial management in relation to framework, partnership, term and service level agreement contracts. -Represent the Energy Networks at negotiation meetings -Lead negotiation of Target Price and associated Risk allocation with contractors, measuring out-turn costs and apply the contract incentive mechanism. -Carry out site and operational audits on your team -Management of Disciplinary and Grievance issues. -Audit contract administration in the delivery functions to ensure the business is complying with processes. -Provide contract benchmark, cost, budget, financial forecast and performance data for business improvement processes including preparation and presentation of reports. -Manage the contractual relationships to resolve disputes promptly and directly interface with senior contractor delivery staff. -Develop the scope, identify risks and prepare budgets and Risk Registers for Target Cost works, evaluating tender returns including agreement of value and allocation of risk between Energy Networks and the contractor. -Measure performance against KPIs and milestones in relation to the successful achievement of contractual and business goals and propose associated improvement initiatives which generate additional value for the business. -Contribute to the development & delivery of the departmental Operating Plans -Mitigate Commercial risk to Energy Networks through development and use of Risk Registers. -Build and maintain relationships with both internal customers and external suppliers. -Ensure assigned resources are deployed to maximum effectiveness. -Involve the team in finding solutions to areas where performance is not on target.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• quantity surveying
• h&s
• financial management
• analytical techniques
• commercial leadership

What You Bring

-Solve complex problems and introduce practical solutions by utilisation of strong numeracy and financial management skills. -Working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and policies, financial control procedures, financial control and management of projects. -Able to provide strong commercial leadership for staff within all areas of Energy Networks. -Expert knowledge of analytical techniques and quantity surveying technique -IT systems, particularly the Microsoft Office suite. -Communicate effectively to all levels within the business. -Awareness of statutory and licence obligations, HR procedures, Electrical and Civil Engineering procedures, Electricity supply industry, including generation and other wires businesses, Commercial, financial and operational risks.

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Benefits

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About Avangrid

-Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities. -Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states. -Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems. -Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades. -Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential. -Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade. -Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.

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