Sweet Projects is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their Defence Team in Filton, Bristol. We are proud to be working with some of the largest, most impactful companies in the UK and abroad to deliver high-quality, bespoke, refurbishments, installations and new-build sites.
Whether a new build, bespoke project or the upkeep of existing properties and infrastructure – including secure areas, controlled access zones, offices and accommodation – we provide a service that can be relied upon to deliver solutions beyond the build, driving progress and resolving the unique challenges the defence sector faces.
Purpose
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial management and administration of a single large value project or on a smaller project. You will manage your own tasks within the context of a project or company objective.
Key Responsibilities
* Take ownership and delivery of high quality commercial and administration practice on all projects or tasks under their responsibility
* To represent and serve the best interests of the business to meet the client expectations and encourage repeat business.
* Working with project leadership and site management on projects under their responsibility or with the commercial leadership where part of a team to ensure all projects meet and exceed objectives set for turnover, cash and profitability, both on an interim and final basis.
* Maintaining robust commercial management, reporting and forecasting on all projects under their control or contributing to the same as working as part of a commercial team on a project.
* Working with project commercial leadership and site management in the recovery of full financial entitlements on projects including the measurement of change and resolution of issues with an effect on profitability.
* Implementing project procurement strategy and requirements and ensuring the correct procurement, administration, payment processes and management of subcontracts under their responsibility.
* Actively seek to improve department processes and procedures.
* Attend all pre-contract meetings with the supply chain as necessary to ensure full compliance with the subcontractor/ consultant/ supplier and scope is clarified prior to entering into contract agreement.
* Assisting in the identification of project risks and the implementation of effective management strategies.
* Working with and under the leadership of their line manager to protect the company or divisions commercial and contractual interests on all tasks and or projects under their responsibility.
* Working with project leadership and site management in the management of project design to maximise return, quality, timing and safety.
* Contribute to achieving the appropriate commercial result through the provision of accurate commercial reporting.
* Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually, in order to secure full entitlements under the contract.
* Ensure all commercial documents are correctly managed and filed, in accordance with company data storage platform, to meet all contractual and legal requirements.
* Understand fully the customer’s needs and ensure effective relationships are built and maintained by consistently high customer service and on-site delivery.
* Provide support to the site team on contract requirements.
* Identify, secure and deliver the business forecast in both turnover and margin.
* Place subcontract orders in accordance with the main contract and manage subcontractor accounts ensuring payments are timely and correct and any other commercial issues are resolved.
* Monitor subcontractor against programme.
* Obtain the most competitive quotes by understanding current market trends.
* Assist in the production of cost value reconciliation reports and forecast cash recovery and ensure that both are kept In line with target.
* Ensure applications for payment and invoices are completed and submitted to ensure payment is made to terms and within work in progress (WIP) and cash targets.
* Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements.
* Monitor internal expenditure against budget.
* Maximise efficiency of reporting techniques/systems.
* Seek opportunities to maximise value and minimise costs in line with Sweet Projects Values.
* Operate the systems that are in place to provide the information necessary to manage the contract.
* Implement and monitor all systems and procedures and ensure effective operation.
* Ensure all customers and stakeholders have an exceptional customer service and work to achieving Exceptional Delivery on all projects.
* Promote, encourage and manage effective teamwork.
* Support and coach other team members’ commercial and contractual awareness.
* Liaise with the customer, customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
* Financial closure of projects ensuring all costs and value are allocated in correct systems in accordance with financial timetable.
The duties listed are not exhaustive and may be varied from time to time as dictated by the changing needs of the Company. The post holder will be expected to undertake other duties as appropriate and as requested by his/her manager.
The post holder may be required to work at any of the locations at which the business of Sweet Projects is conducted.
Qualifications
* HNC / HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying (standard or apprenticeship).
* Working towards, or achieving RICS, CIOB, or another relevant professional membership (advantageous).
Experience required
* At least 5 year’s site experience working on building and construction projects
* Working understanding of procurement practices and forms of main and subcontract
* Understanding of Cost / value process and reporting
* Management training and development will be provided in line with Sweet Projects personal development programme
* Must have a working understanding of the principle forms of construction contract and primary current construction legal principals and dispute resolution processes.
Competencies
* Strong ability to work both as part of a team and independently, taking initiative as required.
* Able to make strong contributions to the business beyond the core commercial discipline.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
* A customer-focused approach, always striving to meet client needs and expectations.
* Strong decision-making abilities, backed by sound judgment and practical insights.
* Negotiation skills to achieve favourable outcomes for the company and clients.
* Ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with key internal and external people.
* Effective time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and deadlines are met
* Computer literate in MS Office
* Be able to work both in team as well as alone.
Sweet Projects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that our success is built on the success of our employees. We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment that helps our employees to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.
We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.