Our client is a market leader within the Construction, Civils and Rail sector with multiple offices across the UK and Ireland. They currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor - Rail to join them on a permanent basis. The role is hybrid and the location is flexible across their UK locations. In this role you will be working within & assisting the commercial & construction team to ensure a successful project is delivered, while maintaining relationships, to maximise commercial returns & manage risk. Key responsibilities: • Support the commercial team • Carry out the following under supervision:
* Prepare tenders – measure, put into packages, analyse
* Prepare variations/valuations
* Prepare Final Accounts
* Prepare s/c valuations
* Attend site client meetings
* Prepare client quotations/Estimates
• Liaise with site management • Take responsibility for:
* Maintaining site records, control documents
* Measuring progress on site
• Consider Risk & opportunity
• CVR
* Assist as required for larger value works
* Produce for small value projects and report to SQS/MQS
• Cash management - Timely application/invoices inline with client schedule
* Understand & assist in the implementation of the commercial strategy
* At all times act in a suitable & professional manner
* Involved with & take some responsibility on traditional contracts
• Involvement but no responsibility for:
* Negotiation with subcontractors
* Interpretation of contract law
Requirements
* Ability to effectively utilise a range of Microsoft Office tools
* Able to manipulate, manage/interrogate data
* Be fully conversant with the use of the Standard Method of Measurement
* Demonstrate potential for clear written & oral communications
* Demonstrate ownership/commercial awareness
* Effective time management, organisational, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Required Qualifications/Training:
* Completed a qualification in Quantity Surveying (HND/HNC Upwards)
* Preferable to be studying towards Chartership