Senior Quantity Surveyor

MWH Treatment Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial activities within a project environment. The role involves collaborating with various teams, handling contract management, and overseeing project costs. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree and experience in utilities or civil engineering. Some hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors.
• NEC3 Experience.
• Experience of managing and developing a team is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and work packages in quantity surveying.
• Liaise with design, construction, and supply chain teams.
• Collaborate with clients to meet business requirements.
• Manage main contracts and correspondence.
• Prepare and issue subcontract documentation.
• Assist in managing subcontractor performance.
• Prepare applications for payment and project reports.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost control analysis

Contract management

Team collaboration

Client relationship management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Chartered membership of a recognised institution

Job description

Overview

We are looking to strengthen our Commercial team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in the United Utilities region, with some hybrid working available.

You will report directly to the Commercial Manager and you will be expected to manage all relevant commercial activities within the project environment. Involved in all elements of the project, supporting the wider project team and junior members of staff.

Responsibilities

• Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost
• Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met
• Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary
• Preparation and issue of subcontract documentation
• Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors
• Manage the preparation and agreement of applications for payment
• The preparation of project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in the management and development of junior commercial staff

Other requirements / Expectations

• Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
• Maintain a positive and solution oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
• Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
• In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive and beneficial relationships.
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality

Essential

• Degree or equivalent
• Working towards or have chartered membership of a recognised institution
• Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors
• NEC3 Experience

Desirable

• Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team