Quantity Surveyor

Warrington, Cheshire

£45,000 - £55,000

Purpose of the job

We are seeking ambitious Quantity Surveying professionals to join our team based out of our Risley office.  You will be responsible for supporting the commercial and contract management of our projects, from inception to final account.  You will work closely with project teams and support functions, and build good relationships with our clients and supply chain.  Your enthusiastic and professional approach will be key to successful project commercial outcomes.

Reports to

Senior Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Manager

Key Accountabilities 

Provide commercial support for the following aspects for projects that operate on a lump sum, remeasurable, target cost, or reimbursable basis:

Project cash flow and budget
Contractual terms & conditions (both client and supply chain)
Interim applications in accordance with contract procedures
Change management, in accordance with contract procedures
Negotiation of contract amendments, including review of terms & conditions
Subcontract account management, including review of interim applications, preparation of payment certificates, management and assessment of potential changes, and final accounting upon completion
Preparation of internal cost / commercial reports, including accurate margin forecasting
Compliance with all relevant Health & Safety regulations

Qualifications and Experience

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or in related subject (candidates with appropriate experience may be considered)
2+ years of experience in quantity surveying in the nuclear, engineering or construction industry
Working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts (particularly Options C & E)
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to build good relationships with project teams, clients, and the supply chain
Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines
PC literate in the Microsoft Office suite
Desirable

Experience of using the CEMAR Contract Management System
Full UK driving licence
Flexibility to travel to other UK offices and sites on occasion as necessary
 

The Job Description is a broad statement of the purpose, scope, and responsibilities essential to performing within the role to a required standard.  The role and responsibilities defined within will change with technology, working practices and redefining of roles, and the process will be reviewed as changes demand.  The format does not require every single task to be recorded, instead the Job Description is written in a ‘generic’ style that permits flexibility but defines the boundaries of responsibility and accountability.

Nuvia UK is committed towards equality in employment.