Overview
We have an exciting new opportunity at PCE for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial QS Team.
Contract and Location
Contract: Permanent, Full time
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire (Head Office)
Reports to: Commercial Manager
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive remuneration salary
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, which increase during employment
Contributed Pension (EE 5% ER 4%)
Life assurance cover
Private health insurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Discretionary EOT reward, based on business performance
Travel
Whilst predominately based at PCE’s Head office in Tamworth Staffordshire, the role will require travel to PCE’s construction sites across the UK.
Responsibilities
* Oversee, support and develop a team of quantity surveyors.
* Ensure that the business objectives are adequately cascaded to the team and that the surveyors are adhering to the business commercial procedures.
* Involvement with projects at an early stage, support the estimating team when required, along with pre-construction and post contract duties from procurement through to supporting the commercial delivery and final account negotiation.
* Minimise risks to ensure the successful financial completion of projects.
* Support the team with managing disputes / claims.
* Progress reporting and financial analysis of live projects.
* Develop a thorough understanding of the designated project specifications, pricing structures, programmes, and contractual conditions.
* Review and assist with the negotiation and agreement of the Client/Main Contractor contract documentation in conjunction with the Commercial Director.
* Assist other departments with pre-start planning and programming.
* Assist with supplier/subcontractor selection, analysing competitive offers, and ensuring appropriate skill set.
* Place supplier/subcontractor orders ensuring all required information for smooth execution.
* Responsible for Supplier/Subcontract commercial management including variation accounts and processing of requests for payment.
* Attend external and internal project related meetings, recording all actions, agreements and any unresolved matters.
* Track progress by internal departments and external suppliers in relation to agreed project programmes.
* Manage day to day company cost control, monitoring and reporting systems, recommend and implement improvements with the Commercial Director.
* Change management control – identification, communication, costing and resolution of changes to PCE’s agreed scope.
* Analyse internal reporting systems, design, procurement and construction, providing feedback to Directors.
* Provide advice on commercial and contractual matters, review and draft correspondence.
* Measure, value, submit and negotiate contract variations with client and supply chain.
* Communicate and liaise with client regarding commercial matters, produce necessary information and substantiate valuations, final accounts and retention releases.
* Complete monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for each project.
* Communicate regularly with PCE project staff to ensure controls are understood and followed.
* Manage direct reports to ensure their understanding of requirements, performance, targets and training.
People Management
To become a valued, respected and trusted member of each project team.
Required Skills
* Strong commercial and financial management within construction projects.
* Proven experience across the full project lifecycle (pre-construction to final account).
* Solid understanding of contracts (e.g., JCT/NEC) and negotiation.
* Experience managing subcontractors, procurement and supply chain.
* Ability to manage variations, change control and project risk.
* Confident in cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management.
* Experience handling claims, disputes and final account negotiations.
* Strong leadership skills with experience developing and supporting teams.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach.
* Acts with professionalism and integrity always.
* Displays and promotes PCE’s core values: Humble, Hungry, Honest & People Smart.
* Promotes the Company in a professional manner, in line with PCE values at all times.
About PCE
PCE Ltd is an employee-owned, forward-thinking superstructure and façade construction specialist, delivering HybriDfMA ‘system build’ solutions on some of the most exciting and innovative projects in the UK. PCE is driven to provide our client partners with the best value, construction speed, and the highest levels of safety and quality throughout our project delivery.
Our people are our partners. Not only is PCE a company equally owned by our people through our Employee Ownership Trust, we believe in the power of employee voice. Our philosophy of engagement, involvement and participation means our people help make the decisions that define our identity, drive our business, and shape our future. We all share responsibility for the continued success of PCE and the rewards that may come with it. PCE proudly holds numerous awards, including the RIBA Stirling Award.
Why PCE?
In addition to the great benefits that come with being an employee-owned business, PCE has many reasons why we stand out.
Benefits
* Positive and motivated workforce through the eyes of our employee partners
* A family-feel culture
* Champions of employee engagement, employee voice and employee-driven change
* Competitive remuneration package
* Career progression opportunities
* Individual development programmes
* Full induction programme, with continued support and ongoing training
* Commitment to continuous improvement governed by innovation, sustainability and advanced digital techniques
Application
All applicants must have a legal right to work in the UK.
All applications processed for legitimate recruitment purpose only.
PCE Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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