Role: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000
Benefits: Car/Car Allowance, Private Healthcare, Pension
Bonus: 10% annually
We are excited to be working with a leading facilities management company to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial aspects of project delivery. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team, working on dynamic projects and supporting a government client.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Management: Oversee the commercial control and successful delivery of projects, ensuring adherence to budget and contract conditions.
* Team Leadership: Support the Commercial Manager and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors, providing guidance and assistance with contract delivery.
* Tender Review & Risk Management: Review tender documents, identify risks, and assist in the preparation of tenders, schedules, and quotations.
* Procurement: Manage procurement of sub-contract packages, liaise with sub-contractors, and ensure timely material and specialist requirements.
* Budget Management: Develop, monitor, and update project budgets, ensuring efficient cost control.
* Sub-contractor Management: Oversee sub-contractor performance, including measurement, approval of claims, and negotiation of final accounts.
* Reporting: Prepare and submit monthly forecast reports, valuations, and periodic invoices.
* Variation Management: Manage variations, ensuring all additional works are recorded, and adequate records are maintained for revenue recovery.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
* Educational Qualifications: HND or Degree Level in Quantity Surveying.
* Experience: Minimum of experience over 3 years experience in a similar role, ideally within dynamic project environments.
* Experience in Engineer and Professional Service Contracts: Must have experience in managing Engineer Contracts (ECS) and Professional Service Contracts, ensuring adherence to contract terms and effective management of all associated risks.
* Technical Skills: Strong understanding of contract law, experience with NEC suite of contracts, advanced Excel proficiency, and proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Commercial Acumen: Strong financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to evaluate tender submissions and produce analytical reports.
* Client Focus: Excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Desirable Skills:
* Professional Membership: Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) or willing to work toward membership.
Security Clearance: Successful candidates will need to undergo SC clearance checks as this role involves working with a government client.
If you are a proactive, results-driven Quantity Surveyor with a passion for commercial excellence, we would love to hear from you.