Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be engaged on a permanent basis. Candidates will ideally be based in the Cumbria and hybrid working will be supported. The Quantity Surveyor Will Be Responsible For: Establishing the project budget including the allocation of cost codes to ensure detailed and accurate cost reporting is achieved. Review of main contract and subcontract terms and conditions, inclusive of stepping down conditions from main contract to subcontract. Procurement of subcontract packages including compilation of tender documentation. The detailed and transparent process of reporting on costs to date and forecasting cost to completion. Administration of the main contract and subcontracts, including compilation of contractual correspondence in relation to delays and associated loss and expense. Regular liaison and interface with the Employers team for the purposes of progressing the commercial aspects of the project. The day to day managing of staff resources to ensure the projects costs are known and managed effectively Carrying out delay analysis including the preparation of narratives and loss and expense to support claim submissions. Handling subcontract issues as they arise. Ensuring the variation / compensation event mechanism is correctly and timeously followed to ensure the commercial protection of the business Forecasting of cash flow / budget compilation. Preparing and submitting monthly application for payments including forecast defined cost to complete and compliance with any contract administration such as KPI requirements Liaising with procurement to set and agree allowances for the project. Attending progress / commercial meetings and representing the company in a commercial capacity. Use of company software to ensure all reporting, forecasting, subcontractor payments and any contract related documentation is effectively managed on the requisite online software.Requirements/qualifications Third level qualification (degree or similar) Demonstrate previous experience in a Commercial/QS role at a Senior level Contract knowledge: Understanding of specific contracts and ability to take appropriate action. Cost Control: Calling upon a wide range of skills to deliver results. Ensuring targets are achievable and checking on progress. Controlling critical elements of the process while forecasting ahead. Negotiation Skills: Presenting viewpoint with confidence and clarity. Soundly structured case- pros and cons put forward with supporting evidence. Ability to get through to core issues. Presenting case in a persuasive manner and understanding the wider implications. Problem Solving and Decision Making: Considering relevant information and insights in order to make choices. Evaluating multiple factors in the identification of solutions and making sound and timely decisions.Desirable Professional qualification (e.g. MRICS/MCICES)For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit Why We're Different: Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives. Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear. Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future: As an equal opportunities business, we value applications