6 Months Secondment/Fixed Term Contract
We have new and exciting opportunities at Virgin Media O2 for Quantity Surveyors!
Within this role, you will play a pivotal part in the success of our Network Expansion team by undertaking the contract and cost administration required on all infill projects. You'll also provide cost management support on contracts across multiple Virgin Media O2 business units.
As our environment continues to evolve, you will support the growth of the team by creating and maintaining cost reports for each project/workstream with regularly updated written narrative providing precise explanations for forecast cost position vs. budget, outstanding variations, 'Work-In-Progress' (WIP), and premise number changes.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you can expect to take the lead in managing a number of regional projects on a daily basis, including regular visits to sites and/or partner offices. You'll be tasked with ensuring all projects have gone through the Early Contractor Involvement process and assessing and validating payment applications, early warnings, compensation events, and final accounts. Due diligence is also key, ensuring audits on previously approved payments/variations/final accounts are carried out and site visits are conducted to validate the measures being taken by build engineers are accurate!
Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all
Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.
The must haves
In order to be considered, you must have the following experience:
* Strong skills with Microsoft Excel or similar data manipulation
* High level of numeracy skills
* Understanding and experience of commercial estimating and benchmarking, gained within the Telecoms, Utility or Construction sectors
* Ability to accurately measure quantities from drawings
* Full UK driving licence required
* Willingness to travel across the North West
The other stuff we are looking for
We'd also love you to bring:
* NEC4/JCT contract experience
* Experience of CEMAR system
* Knowledge/experience of contractor payments
* Knowledge/experience with Morpheus work streams/contracts
* Ability to work as part of a team, but also under own initiative
* Ideally degree qualified
What's in it for you
Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.
Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you'd like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you're covered no matter what life throws your way.
Next steps
If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a competency-based interview.
When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you're offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.
Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
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