My clients are looking to appoint aQuantity Surveyoron a three-month temporary contract basis to be based at their regional office in Gateshead. My clients are a multiple disciplined construction business with this role sitting in their Highways department.Reporting directly to the Senior Quantity Surveyor the role of Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for preparing and articulating competent plans for any scale of project that comply with Company and functional procedures and standards.Key Accountabilities:
Overseeing the measurement and preparation of valuations
Preparing and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts
Recording, monitoring and reviewing the financial performance of contracts
Managing financial accounts and report to senior management on the project performance
Liaising and presenting to the client on the project performance
Securing payments from customers within the specified contract terms
Subcontract procurement and management of subcontractor accounts
Pre-contract pricing and agreement project costs.
Mentor subordinate staffSkills, Experience & Qualifications:Relevant HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying
Experience of using the NEC forms of contract
Experience of highway projects
Drive and ambition to succeed
Good interpersonal skills as well as good oral and written communication skills
Numeracy and analytical ability
Strong negotiation skills
Commercial awareness
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficient in the use of MS Office
Appropriate CSCS card -desirable
Valid Driving licence
On offer is a day / hourly rate with various payment options. For more information on this role please contact Paul Wilkinson on or via email onTPBN1_UKTJ