Position Title: Quantity Surveyor – EMEA
Location: Oakham, Stretton, LE15, UK.
Reports To: GFS Construction Team Manager – EMEA
Job Summary:
The Quantity Surveyor (QS) is responsible for managing all aspects of the costs and
contracts related to construction projects for the Global Field Services (GFS) Team.
The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, conducting cost analyses,
managing project budgets, and ensuring value for money while maintaining the
required quality standards and customer experience. The Quantity Surveyor will be
required to work closely with the project team, contractors, clients, and suppliers
to monitor financial progress and ensure projects are completed on budget.
This candidate will work within the Global Field Services Team based at their
Europe’s European Head Quarters in the UK. This role requires a flexible and
dynamic individual with a passion to deliver complex engineering and construction
projects worldwide. Responsible for ensuring the financial success of the GFS
construction team to achieve project budgets and drive improvement of profit
margin and protection against commercial exposure.
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Estimation & Budgeting:
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for construction projects based on drawings,
specifications, and site surveys. Working with different product group application
Engineers to ensure accurate estimations at the sales phase.
• Develop detailed project budgets, monitor costs, and provide cost reports regularly
to the project management and global field services management personnel.
• Advise on the best value options and cost-effective solutions during project design
and planning.
Tendering & Procurement:
• Prepare tender documents, evaluate bids from contractors and suppliers, and
recommend the most suitable contractors.
• Assist with contract negotiations, ensuring terms are favourable for Zeeco while
managing risk and minimising commercial exposure.
Contract Administration:
• Draft, review, and manage construction contracts, ensuring all terms are clear and
compliant with relevant regulations.
• Manage variations and claims, ensuring that any changes to the scope of work are
accurately recorded at site, with comprehensive justification and evidence.
• Management and follow-up of change orders and emerging works between clients,
project team and sub-contractors to ensure alignment and commercial
agreement between all parties.
Cost Control & Reporting:
• Monitor project costs against the budget, identifying and addressing any
discrepancies.
• Provide regular financial reports, including cost forecasts, cash flows, and any
potential cost overruns.
• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and relevant project
documentation.
Value Engineering:
• Review and analyse design and installation options to identify potential cost-saving
opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Propose alternatives or adjustments to help meet project budget constraints.
Site Visits & Risk Management
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, verify work completed, and gather
information and supporting documentation for valuation and invoicing.
• Perform detailed measurements and prepare interim valuations for work done.
• Identify and assess risks related to costs, timeframes, and contract obligations.
• Develop strategies to mitigate risks and resolve issues as they arise during the
project lifecycle. Working alongside the project management team and senior
management to present risks and exposure with the associated path forwards.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, project specifications, and legal
requirements related to contracts and project costs.
Collaboration & Communication:
• Work closely with the client, project manager, Global Field Services and senior
management in various global locations to ensure effective communication of cost
and contract information.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to resolve any cost-related
queries or disputes.
Qualifications:
• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a
related field (preferred).
Experience:
• Minimum of Ten [10] years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, with a strong
background in construction cost management and contract administration.
• Experience in managing budgets for large-scale commercial, residential, or civil
engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, cost estimation techniques, and
contract management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong IT skills Microsoft, project, teams, excel, etc.
• Desirable to be experiences with sage 200 and other business management
systems
Desired Certifications:
• Relevant construction health and safety certifications (e.g., NEBOSH)
Transport:
• Full UK valid driving license
• Willingness to travel by Air, boat, car, helicopter, etc. as required based on business
needs, on a global basis.
• Live within commutable distance form Stamford, LE15 7QT.
Work Environment:
This role involves a combination of office-based work for cost analysis and
reporting, alongside frequent visits to construction sites to assess progress,
conduct measurements, and liaise with contractors.
Note: This job description outlines the general duties and qualifications for the
Quantity Surveyor role but may evolve depending on project and organizational
needs.