Quantity Surveyor

Job: Quantity Surveyor

Description

Global Highland is working on behalf of a leading construction company specialising in ground engineering and construction services worldwide. With a rich history of delivering high-quality projects across various sectors, they are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. As they continue to expand their operations, we are seeking a diligent and experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management / contract administration of the project;
• Work closely with the Project Commercial team;
• Preparation and presentation of internal and external commercial reports;
• To the extent possible, manage the Commercial aspects of the project to enable it to be completed on time, within budget and to the correct standards;
• Preparation of payment applications and internal cash flow reporting;
• Preparation and operation of sub-contracts and supplier agreements;
• On-going cost reporting for the allocation project;
• Preparing quotations, claims, assessments, and forecasts for future work;
• Regular liaison with the project teams to ensure rights for compensation events or claims are upheld;
• Regular liaison with the Client to ensure excellent relationships are built and maintained, and issues identified and resolved where possible, primarily with the Commercial team.

Tasks

• Weekly and monthly reporting as per Clients requirements;
• Tracking project performance and data;
• Working with the team to collate data;
• Analysis of data;
• Preparation of forecasts;
• Maintaining contract records and correspondence;
• Assist with the drafting and development of sub-contracts;
• Submit the weekly cost control report on time – includes a detailed review of the project costings and update the project progress and forecast details.

Skills and abilities:

• Strong work ethic, takes personal responsibility for their work, meets deadlines, sets the right example for others, and displays honesty and integrity;
• Natural problem solver;
• Effective communication skills including writing reports and presenting;
• Positive attitude, constructive thinking and able to adjust to change;
• Attention to detail, with an enquiring mind, not afraid to ask questions, seek assistance or challenge.
• Work within rules and regulations of professional competence and code of conduct as defined by a professional institution.
• Apply attributes of equality and diversity to meet the requirements of fairness at work.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar and varied roles;
• Relevant degree qualification preferred but not essential;
• Good knowledge and operating experience of NEC forms of contract;
• Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Excel & Word);
• Full driving licence;
• Experience in a Civil or Geotechnical engineering and contracting sectors.

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