Job Description
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Manager - Bristol, UK (with hybrid working options)
Due to increased demand and ambitious growth plans, we are seeking experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors or Senior Cost Managers to join a dynamic team within a consultancy organisation.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record in the Infrastructure sector (Water, Power, Utilities, Rail or Aviation), This is an opportunity to work with high-profile clients, enhance your consultancy expertise, and expand your sector experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Management -
* Act as the primary Cost Manager, ensuring project budgets are effectively monitored and controlled.
* Provide accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and monitoring to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
* Identify, manage, and report cost variances, ensuring contract cash flow is accurate and timely.
Contract Administration -
* Administer various contracts, including NEC3 (Option C) and NEC4, in line with project objectives and governance policies.
* Manage contract changes effectively, ensuring best practices are adopted throughout the project lifecycle.
* Ensure all contractual applications are prepared and submitted correctly and on time.
Collaboration and Delivery -
* Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project deliverables and KPIs.
* Contribute to programme performance, cost control, and value engineering initiatives.
* Drive improvements in forecasting and budget accuracy, ensuring alignment with client goals.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
* You could be working as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager for either a Construction Consultancy, Contractor or working Client side - Must have strong understanding/ working experience of NEC3/4 contracts focussing on Infrastructure projects (could be Utilities, Rail, Highways, Aviation, Power/ Energy/ Renewables, Nuclear or similar sector)
* Education: Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
* Professional Memberships: Ideally MRICS, MCIPS, or working towards similar (desirable)