Senior Quantity Surveyor
hace 3 días
Exeter
Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP) – Exeter (On‑site) Location: Exeter Project: New Emergency Care Building, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth MEP Package Value: £48 million Role Type: Full-time, On-site Position Overview We are seeking an accomplished Senior Quantity Surveyor (MEP) to join our MEP team and oversee the commercial management of the MEP installation for a flagship project – the New Emergency Care Building at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day commercial functions on-site, ensuring the project is delivered efficiently, profitably, and in full compliance with governance, quality and contractual standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised, detail‑focused professional with strong commercial acumen and communication skills. Key Responsibilities • Maintain governance policies, commercial transparency, and robust commercial practices., • Prepare and submit applications and invoices on time to maintain a positive project cash flow., • Price, negotiate and agree contract variations to maximise project value., • Identify, prepare and secure loss and expense entitlements., • Support budget preparation, cash flow forecasting, overhead reviews, and monthly reporting., • Negotiate commercial terms with clients and third parties; support tendering activities across sales, pre‑construction, operations and finance., • Prepare subcontractor enquiry documentation, assess commercial tender returns and coordinate technical appraisals., • Produce and issue subcontract order documentation., • Maintain and forecast subcontractor accounts; measure value, agree variations, and assess claims such as prolongation or loss & expense., • Proactively manage and develop the supply chain throughout the project lifecycle., • Build productive relationships with clients, consultants, and end users., • Lead monthly CVR processes and ensure accurate and timely reporting., • Maintain high-quality project documentation and revise as required., • Conduct audits and inspections of supply chain agreements., • Provide commercial advice and support to the Operations Team., • Support the development and mentoring of junior commercial staff., • Oversee multiple contracts in line with company procedures and KPIs, including forecasting and budget control., • Monitor project performance, mitigate risk, and manage potential commercial disputes., • Work with senior leadership to support business growth and development. Skills & Attributes • Exceptional organisational, commercial and administrative abilities., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • High attention to detail with a methodical approach., • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with Payapps or similar platforms is advantageous., • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines., • Strong team player with a proactive, collaborative mindset., • Professional approach with strong stakeholder management skills., • Excellent punctuality and timekeeping., • Strong contract administration experience. Qualifications & Experience • Minimum 5 years' experience in an MEP Quantity Surveying or Senior QS role, ideally delivering projects of similar complexity and value., • Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management., • Solid knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms., • Proven experience managing and securing time‑ and cost‑based variations., • Experience working with both main contractors and subcontractors., • Strong understanding of supply chain agreements., • High analytical ability with strong numerical accuracy., • Able to work independently using own initiative., • RICS accredited or working toward chartership (desirable, not essential)., • Full UK driving licence.