Senior Quantity Surveyor
4 days ago
Lincoln
STRABAG UK is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Build Division, supporting the successful delivery of a large scale, high rise build project in the Lincoln area. • Registered with RICS / ICES and working towards Chartership, • Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline., • Experience working as a Senior or Quantity Surveyor within the UK construction industry., • Commercially astute. Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement., • Strong knowledge of construction contracts, particularly JCT forms., • Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint), • Experience working with a Design and Build Building Contractor, • Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others., • Programming techniques, project controls, risk analysis, contract admin, procurement, cost, claims., • Support the successful delivery of large scale, high-rise build projects based near Lincoln, managing the commercial aspects of projects from pre‑construction through to final account., • Provide strategic commercial leadership, manage risk and cost control, and drive the financial success of projects ranging in scale and complexity., • Work closely with project teams, clients, and supply chain partners to ensure value, quality, and efficiency at every stage. Requirements: • Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team., • Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance., • Manage the successful onboarding of new junior staff members., • Manage the development of personal plans, establishment of objectives/targets for all direct reports., • Identify necessary and appropriate training needs for direct reports.Motivate and manage the performance of junior staff and provide coaching and mentoring where appropriate., • Delegate appropriate work to junior staff while maintaining accountability., • Participate in the Project Kick‑Off meeting and input into and directly influence the production and maintenance of the Project Execution Plan., • Prepare internal commercial reporting, influence and contribute to monthly project reviews and any other reports which may be required., • Prepare valuations/applications for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract., • Prepare cost reports to the client with contractually compliant supporting documentation., • Prepare and manage subcontract and material procurement schedules., • Issue sub‑contractor and consultant appointments in line with the requirements of the programme and procurement schedule., • Work with the Design Manager and Project Manager on design aspects and provide advice regarding cost impacts and value engineering., • Administer subcontractor/supplier accounts from requisition preparation through to final accounts., • Undertake contract administration, including change management, the issuance of contractual notices and communication in accordance with the contract and maintain associated registers., • Identify commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change., • Ensure correct site records are maintained., • Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the client and contract requirements., • Ensure regular risk and opportunity workshops take place within the project team and influence and input into a real‑time risk and opportunity schedule., • Prepare, negotiate and agree on change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc., • Measure quantities in accordance with standard methods of measurement as required., • Ensure appropriate client management is initiated and maintained., • Identify and advise on insurance‑related issues, including the prompt notification of potential claims and ensuring all insurance‑related contractual requirements of the project are implemented and managed., • Maximise cash position, include WIP control, cash flow production and improvement plans., • Monitor and manage the out‑turn cost and value on the project in real time and ensure a detailed forecast is maintained and reported on a monthly basis., • Input into the production of the margin improvement plan on the project and manage and maintain in real time., • Ensure timely procurement of PCG, bonds and warranties as required by the contract., • Manage subcontractor and supplier disputes., • Assist in client dispute management., • Assist with work-winning duties as required, including technical writing for PQQ responses., • Undertake any other work as required by your line manager. Pre-employment screening is required for this position., • Opportunity to work and have a lasting impact on landmark UK projects., • Collaborative and innovative working environment., • Professional development and career progression., • Competitive salary and benefits package including private health cover, 9% pension and 25 days holiday., • Our commitment to respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a safe and healthy workplace. We are driven by our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and a goal of climate neutrality by 2040. #J-18808-Ljbffr