Quantity Surveyor
Lanes Group
Date: 3 hours ago
City: Worthing
Contract type: Full time
We are thrilled to announce a major contract win with Southern Water!
At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.
Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.
In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.
Working in the commercial department you will play a key role in the commercial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with the division and company objectives.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for overseeing commercial and contractual administration, identifying opportunities to deliver best value to the customer, maximising profitability, and mitigating commercial risks. You will collaborate closely with the site management teams to ensure contract objectives and margins are achieved. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report directly to you, meaning you will act as their line manager and be available to provide guidance and support as needed.
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Durrington Head Office (Worthing, West Sussex)
Job Type: permanent, full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times to be discussed on interview)
Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience
Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
About The Role
Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to commercial and finance issues.
What is essential is the ability to work accurately to diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
About You
The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to organise, multitask and prioritise your workload. Good communication and interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills are key. Studying towards (or just completed) a relevant industry qualification (e.g. HND, HNC, BEng) or Business Related Degree (i.e. Finance and Accountancy) is crucial to this role.
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.
Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.
At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.
Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.
In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.
Working in the commercial department you will play a key role in the commercial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring alignment with the division and company objectives.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for overseeing commercial and contractual administration, identifying opportunities to deliver best value to the customer, maximising profitability, and mitigating commercial risks. You will collaborate closely with the site management teams to ensure contract objectives and margins are achieved. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report directly to you, meaning you will act as their line manager and be available to provide guidance and support as needed.
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Durrington Head Office (Worthing, West Sussex)
Job Type: permanent, full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times to be discussed on interview)
Salary: Competitive, depending upon experience
Benefits: 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; auto enrolment pension scheme; friendly working environment.
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
About The Role
Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Southern Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to commercial and finance issues.
- Preparation of interim and final accounts
- Manage day to day commercial and contract activities
- Sub-contract procurement ensuring maximum value for money
- Sub-contract valuations and final accounts
- Preparation of Compensation Events/variations
- Contractual correspondence
- Commercial reporting and cost forecasting
- Procurement of professional service for design etc
- Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them
- Any other reasonable ad-hoc duties, tasks or projects as requested by the Senior Commercial Manager or Senior Leadership Team
What is essential is the ability to work accurately to diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
About You
The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to organise, multitask and prioritise your workload. Good communication and interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills are key. Studying towards (or just completed) a relevant industry qualification (e.g. HND, HNC, BEng) or Business Related Degree (i.e. Finance and Accountancy) is crucial to this role.
At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.
Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.
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