Quantity Surveyor (Demolition & Enabling Works)

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Quantity Surveyor (Demolition & Enabling Works)

Quantity Surveyor (Demolition & Enabling Works)

Due to a strengthening order book, the Collard Group are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial and contractual management of our projects, from inception to final account. The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for working closely with project teams and support functions to build strong relationships with our clients and supply chain to achieve successful commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing applications for payment including valuation of variations and loss and/or expense
• Agreeing interim payment amounts with clients, monitoring when payment notices are due/received/outstanding
• Preparing project budgets in conjunction with the contracts managers and operations director
• Preparing and managing the monthly reporting/CVR process
• Monitoring budgets against costs and projections on a monthly basis
• Sending subcontractor enquiries, analysing quotations, placement of orders, interim payments & agreement of subcontractor final accounts
• Assisting in the production of tenders
• Ensuring that we fulfil all our contractual obligations
• Advising contracts managers regarding all commercial matters (variations, delays etc.) and ensuring that they are identified and recorded
• Undertaking site visits to monitor for possible variations and similar matters and ensuring that site records are produced
• Managing and motivating teams, setting clear expectations and ensuring feedback on individual performance is provided both informally and formally where required
• Developing, managing and maintaining relationships with key clients to ensure that the company reputation is maintained and enhanced
• Preparing and developing concise commercial reports which provide a true overview of contractual performance on a monthly basis reflecting all risks and opportunities.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to communicate financial and contractual matters in a clear and concise manner
• Understanding of the JCT Standard Forms of Contract and similar
• To be an effective communicator and team player at all levels, with the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to effectively utilise a range of software including the MS office suite and finance systems.
• Experience in a QS role, ideally within the demolition or enabling works sectors
• Experience in the placement of subcontract orders and procurement
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or professional qualification (MRICS or MCIOB)
• Full UK Driving Licence
  
  

PLEASE NOTE: We require candidates to provide proof they have the right to work in the UK and are unable to proceed with applications for candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK.

What’s On Offer

• A competitive salary dependent upon experience
• Company car or car allowance
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Life assurance (4 x salary)
• Private medical insurance (after 3 months service)
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Training & development opportunities
• Supportive team operating as part a family run business with free company social events
  
  

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