Expert are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work with this successful North West based Main Contractor on a Permanent basis. This role will be based in Derry / L'Derry.
Role : Senior Quantity Surveyor - significant Residential projects
Location: Derry / L'Derry
What you will be doing
Cost Management:
- Manage and report procurement in detail with key summary information provided to allow senior management to make informed choices for both materials and sub contract packages
- Prepare cost analysis and form cost value engineering strategies to ensure the overall value is enhanced for the project
- Monitor project costs to ensure the objectives of the project are achieved in accordance with the contract
Tendering and Contracts:
- Complete detailed takeoff in standard formats that are dynamic and updateable as design changes occur
- Prepare subcontract tender documents that reflect step down risk from the main contract to ensure a back to back scenario in all subcontract packages
- Issue formal tender packages with updated scope and design in line with project requirements
- Liaise with internal design teams and external design consultants to maximise value and facilitate delivery on the ground
Valuation and Reporting:
- Report and liaise with the operational team to ensure all commercial matters are allowing works to progress on the ground to meet programme requirements for both the client and yearly budget planning
- Monitor measure and update materials costs for orders to facilitate works on the ground and to update CTC on an ongoing basis
- Assist with conducting negotiations during the course of the project in order to ensure issues are resolved commercially, by providing key summary information for senior management to make informed decisions with markers and indicators from in house standard templates
- Run live CTC with ongoing cost and change updates to reflect the collective position for project CTC RFA.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress and prepare valuation reports
- Ensure timely submission of interim valuations and final accounts
- Prepare and present financial progress reports to senior management
People Management:
- Manage junior and intermediate surveyors completing tasks on take off and mark up information for summary and review by senior management
- Provide mentorship and support to team members to enhance their skills and career development
- Foster a positive team environment and promote a culture of collaboration
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with site managers, engineers, and other stakeholders on the project
Why join us?
You will have the security of a full time permanent position with an award winning house builder at the forefront of the industry. In addition to a competitive salary you can enjoy:
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Hybrid working patterns
- 30 days paid holidays
- Pension scheme
- Employee savings scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare plan for you and any children under the age of 18
- Family-friendly working policies
- A 24/7 counselling and support helpline
- GP anytime service
- Access to our employee Perks portal (discounts from a wide range of retailers, gym memberships, leisure activities plus much more)
- Coaching & mentoring by senior team members
- Team socials and events throughout the year
- Relaxed and inclusive culture
- Opportunity to progress and develop your career with a leading company
What you will need to succeed:
- Bachelors degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field
- A minimum of 7-10 years in quantity surveying within the construction industry, with a focus on residential projects
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and legal regulations
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and solve problems effectively
- Proven leadership and people management skills
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- The right to work in the UK
This Contractor are offering an outstanding opportunity to the successful candidate. Our Client have been successful in securing a number of recent projects and have offering a very clear career path to successful applicants , from Engineering to Site Management / Contract Management positions.
This role will be exclusively based in the North West, no more early morning wake up calls for the Airport.
Please contact Kevin on for further information or forward your CV using the link below.
Skills:
Senior QS Project Manager Senior Quantity Surveyor
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