Quantity Surveyor at Colas in Birmingham, GB, B19 3SD | Kablio

Role

Description

cvr reporting

contract docs

cash flow

cost forecast

risk management

procurement

Production of monthly CVR Reports
Assisting in the preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities, specifications, drawings
Deliver contractually agreed cash flow and ensure all AFP’s are submitted / assessed in line with the contractual timescales.
Assist on all contractual matters from inception to close out via in depth understanding of the contract and its implications for profit delivery.
Raise commercial awareness and embed commercial focus and best practise across each project team
Ensure all valid Supply Chain payments are made in line with the relevant supplier agreement.
Assist in the establishment of robust project life cycle cost forecasts updated monthly and monitored against agreed targets
Undertaking site measure queries
Manage budgets ensuring all costs are correctly allocated into the relevant WBS
Working with the SQS you will lead, manage, develop and train the commercial teams across your portfolio of projects
Assist in the management of the Risk & Opportunities process to allow for the identification of Risk and Opportunities during the tender and construction phases and ensure the Commercial function delivers contractual solutions and strategies that balance these risk and opportunities.
Provide procurement support to ensure each project is delivered safely, timely, at the least cost and to optimal quality.
Proactively drive the recording of all contractual entitlements, ensure timely notification of events and accurate pricing and substantiation of change
Negotiate and agree contractual disputes and final accounts within DFA levels
Ensure all procurement expenditure has been validated by the operational delivery team and identified under the budget as necessary to deliver the project
Establish and maintain rigorous cost controls including early warning systems and provide robust accurate financial data and management reports on each project through the monthly reporting cycle including EVM.

Requirements

rics

ciob

quantity surveying

commercial management

microsoft office

5 years

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Minimum 5 years Commercial Management experience as an SQS or QS with a proven track record in major projects.

Benefits

26 days Annual Leave
Competitive Salary
Industry leading Life Assurance
Pension Scheme
Season Ticket Loan
Occupational Health Service
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
Healthcare Cash Plan
Eye Care Vouchers
Long Service Award

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

50+

Global Presence

Operates in over 50 countries across five continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

A global leader in the construction and maintenance of transport infrastructure.
Expertise spans across sectors including roads, railways, airports, seaports, and urban development projects.
Significant focus on road construction and maintenance, from local roads to major highways.
Active in railway sector, involving design, construction, and maintenance of rail networks, including high-speed lines, conventional tracks, and urban transport systems.
Specializes in waterproofing solutions to protect buildings and structures from water damage.
Engages in production and recycling of construction materials, contributing to a more circular economy in the construction industry.

Culture + Values

**Caring:** Being driven by the duty to care, including self-care, care for employees, care for customers and partners, care for the environment and society, and acting ethically while preserving the safety of those who work with us.
**Sharing:** Believing that multicultural diversity in terms of nationality, gender, and thought, along with teamwork and cross-disciplinary bridges, are a source of progress and new ideas.
**Daring:** Being born from an innovative mindset, shaped by a pioneering corporate culture, and driven to move forward, explore new horizons, and reinvent ourselves, allowing for the launch of ideas and initiatives that create value.

Environment + Sustainability

46.5% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to reduce direct CO2 emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.

Promotes low-carbon technologies, such as low-carbon cements and increased recycling in asphalt production.
Implements biodiversity protection strategies, including habitat preservation and invasive species management.
Committed to the circular economy, recycling waste and materials from deconstruction.

Inclusion & Diversity

2021

Year of Initiative Launch

Launched the employer brand #DrivenBy to focus on attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent while promoting diversity and inclusion, particularly for people with disabilities and those far from the job market.

Actively promotes gender diversity by encouraging more women to pursue careers, particularly in engineering roles.
Launched the 'WE COLAS RAIL' network to become a reference for inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities.
Combats sexism through initiatives like #StOpE, which aims to stop sexist behaviors in the workplace.

Articles

Annual Report 2023

Our 8 CSR Commitments

Full list of sectors

Role

Description

cvr reporting

contract docs

cash flow

cost forecast

risk management

procurement

Production of monthly CVR Reports
Assisting in the preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities, specifications, drawings
Deliver contractually agreed cash flow and ensure all AFP’s are submitted / assessed in line with the contractual timescales.
Assist on all contractual matters from inception to close out via in depth understanding of the contract and its implications for profit delivery.
Raise commercial awareness and embed commercial focus and best practise across each project team
Ensure all valid Supply Chain payments are made in line with the relevant supplier agreement.
Assist in the establishment of robust project life cycle cost forecasts updated monthly and monitored against agreed targets
Undertaking site measure queries
Manage budgets ensuring all costs are correctly allocated into the relevant WBS
Working with the SQS you will lead, manage, develop and train the commercial teams across your portfolio of projects
Assist in the management of the Risk & Opportunities process to allow for the identification of Risk and Opportunities during the tender and construction phases and ensure the Commercial function delivers contractual solutions and strategies that balance these risk and opportunities.
Provide procurement support to ensure each project is delivered safely, timely, at the least cost and to optimal quality.
Proactively drive the recording of all contractual entitlements, ensure timely notification of events and accurate pricing and substantiation of change
Negotiate and agree contractual disputes and final accounts within DFA levels
Ensure all procurement expenditure has been validated by the operational delivery team and identified under the budget as necessary to deliver the project
Establish and maintain rigorous cost controls including early warning systems and provide robust accurate financial data and management reports on each project through the monthly reporting cycle including EVM.

Requirements

rics

ciob

quantity surveying

commercial management

microsoft office

5 years

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Minimum 5 years Commercial Management experience as an SQS or QS with a proven track record in major projects.

Benefits

26 days Annual Leave
Competitive Salary
Industry leading Life Assurance
Pension Scheme
Season Ticket Loan
Occupational Health Service
Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
We have a culture of care, from safe working environments to diversity and inclusion.
Healthcare Cash Plan
Eye Care Vouchers
Long Service Award

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

50+

Global Presence

Operates in over 50 countries across five continents, showcasing extensive global reach.

A global leader in the construction and maintenance of transport infrastructure.
Expertise spans across sectors including roads, railways, airports, seaports, and urban development projects.
Significant focus on road construction and maintenance, from local roads to major highways.
Active in railway sector, involving design, construction, and maintenance of rail networks, including high-speed lines, conventional tracks, and urban transport systems.
Specializes in waterproofing solutions to protect buildings and structures from water damage.
Engages in production and recycling of construction materials, contributing to a more circular economy in the construction industry.

Culture + Values

**Caring:** Being driven by the duty to care, including self-care, care for employees, care for customers and partners, care for the environment and society, and acting ethically while preserving the safety of those who work with us.
**Sharing:** Believing that multicultural diversity in terms of nationality, gender, and thought, along with teamwork and cross-disciplinary bridges, are a source of progress and new ideas.
**Daring:** Being born from an innovative mindset, shaped by a pioneering corporate culture, and driven to move forward, explore new horizons, and reinvent ourselves, allowing for the launch of ideas and initiatives that create value.

Environment + Sustainability

46.5% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Target

Aims to reduce direct CO2 emissions in line with the Paris Agreement.

Promotes low-carbon technologies, such as low-carbon cements and increased recycling in asphalt production.
Implements biodiversity protection strategies, including habitat preservation and invasive species management.
Committed to the circular economy, recycling waste and materials from deconstruction.

Inclusion & Diversity

2021

Year of Initiative Launch

Launched the employer brand #DrivenBy to focus on attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent while promoting diversity and inclusion, particularly for people with disabilities and those far from the job market.

Actively promotes gender diversity by encouraging more women to pursue careers, particularly in engineering roles.
Launched the 'WE COLAS RAIL' network to become a reference for inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities.
Combats sexism through initiatives like #StOpE, which aims to stop sexist behaviors in the workplace.

Articles

Annual Report 2023

Our 8 CSR Commitments

Full list of sectors