Quantity surveyor – Main contracting Construction/Build – JCT Experience required

Our Client a Regional Construction contractor based in the North West are seeking a Quantity surveyor to manage packages on a £30m new development, on a JCT contract

The Quantity surveyor will be responsible for site commercial activities within the company reporting to a Commercial Manager

Initially based out of a Chester/Liverpool office.

Responsibilities

• Subcontract procurement from initial enquiry to placement of order;
• Commercial management of subcontractor accounts from commencement on site to negotiation and agreement of final accounts;
• Preparation of monthly applications for payment to the client and ensuring timeous certification and payment;
• Preparation of monthly cost value reconciliation reports;
• Preparation of monthly cost and value to complete forecasts in conjunction with the Site Manager;
• Preparation of final accounts;
• Advise on procurement issues;
• Assist in cost and risk management;
• Provide site management with commercial and contractual support and advice;
• Proactive approach to the environment and customer care of all the stakeholders involved in a project;
• Ensure motivation and morale is high and earn respect of team members to gain their commitment and support that ensures their optimum input into the project;
• Participate in team development for the benefit of the individuals and the company;
• Develop supply chain relationships with suppliers and sub-contractors for the benefit of the project and future contracts;
• To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager.

Knowledge skills & experience

• BSc Degree in Quantity Surveying and/or Chartered/Member of Professional organisation (desirable);
• Experience of Construction and build contracts in either leisure, retail, commercial, education, hospitals, office buildings, warehouses and distribution units
• Will have worked in position of Quantity surveyor for at least 7/8 years with a construction/build main contractor on projects £10m plus
• Experience with the JCT suite of contracts