CarmcichaelUK are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join us on a Tier 1 delivery Project in Luton on various highways projects.
You will be working with the Projects Commercial team. Ideally the candidate would have experience working on highways for a main contractors but other civils industries would be considered.
Please see below key attributes for the role.
- Subcontract Management – including drafting & agreeing subcontracts as well as assessing and certifying AfPs.
- Cost Management
- Site Measurement experience, Estimating, Quantity Take-offs etc.
- Familiar with Method of Measurement, SORs.
- Working with NEC contracts
Other attributes for the role
- Preparing bills of quantities from design drawings using a bespoke schedule of rates and pricing new rates from first principals where required
- Compiling and agreeing Call Off Contracts with the client (Transport for London) using standard contract templates and obtaining internal approvals from signatories
- Compiling and agreeing Subcontracts with TKJV supply chain using standard subcontract templates
- Using TfL contract software (A-Site) to manage all contract administration, issuing EWN’s, NCE’s and QUO’s within contractual timescales
- Managing subcontract relationships and all contract administration including mitigating raised EWN’s, assessing NCE’s and QUO’s within contractual timescales
- Application and assessment of interim applications and certifications monthly
- Preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations including presentation of results monthly
- Preparation of monthly cash flow forecasts
- Submission and negotiation of final accounts with both client and supply chain
- Working with delivery team to find efficiencies, increase margin and to mitigate potential risks
- Internal administration, raising supply chain frameworks and orders for approval
Essential Requirements
- Successful candidate will be an experienced and responsible Quantity Surveyor with a proactive drive to succeed
- Extensive commercial experience in the Highways or similar Infrastructure related sector
- Understanding of Highways Method of Measurement and construction methodology
- Experience preparing take offs and bills of quantities directly from highways designs
- Demonstrable experience in the administration and management of subcontractors
- Excellent knowledge of the NEC form of Contract and its various options
- Demonstrable experience in the use of IT systems for estimating, invoicing and subcontractor management
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of commercial processes, including interim applications, payment certifications, CVR’s and forecasting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient organizational skills and attention to detail
- High level of commercial awareness