Our client is a world-renowned international service provider specializing in certified, engineered and bespoke multi-protection doorsets. They have an exciting new package of works in Reading and are looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor offering hybrid work, 3 days on site/ 2 days WFH. To be considered for this position, you’ll have extensive experience in managing costs. Whilst a degree level (or equivalent) in an engineering/ management/ cost discipline would be beneficial. Showcasing your first-class customer service and leadership skills, you’ll have an in-depth knowledge of construction and safety and be comfortable challenging processes, practices, and norms to improve the overall commercial offering to the business. Key Responsibilities: Reporting: •Ensure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit level. •Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place. •Carry out cost management including forecasting. •Update the monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans and have accountability, along with the project team for the commercial performance and strategy. Processes: •Help ensure that commercial processes are adhered to across the business unit. •Actively seek to improve processes and procedures. •Have a good understanding of the processes and procedures used by any JV/Alliance that they are working within and assist in their development and improvement. • External relationships Ensure that any main contracts entered have terms and conditions that are appropriate for the business with commercial risks identified. •Ensure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions. •Ensure those good client relationships are fostered •Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting. Internal relationships: •Effectively assist in managing the commercial team, including cost clerks and commercial support staff •Ensure effective interaction between the commercial team and the operational site teams. •Supervise and mentor Quantity Surveyors Key measures & targets: •Accurate monthly forecasting •Ability to challenge resources and costs. •Maintaining deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar
Requirements
•HND/degree in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent •Previous experience in the civil/manufacturing/mechanical & electrical/engineering industries •Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract NEC3 or NEC4 and knowledge of current Construction Law •Extensive experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycles, certificates, and accruals calculations. •Must Hold Active S/C clearance •Excellent team player whilst also holding the ability to work independently on their initiative •Well conversed with CEMAR