Base pay range
£75-85k + car or call allowance
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a lead role within a strong existing commercial team.
About the Company
This leading international contractor is looking to add a Lead Quantity Surveyor to its Scottish Power & Renewables team.
About the Role
Supporting the commercial delivery of high voltage (HV) projects, with a focus on substations, switchgear installations, and cable works. The role involves cost control, contract administration, valuation, and project financial management to ensure cost-effective project execution based from Glasgow.
Responsibilities
* Undertake and manage interim commercial meetings with the Client and Internal Project Team.
* Report in detail as required for the Project Manager on the commercial status of the project.
* Manage subcontractor accounts, interim valuations and final accounts.
* Ensure payment certificates are processed and payments are made per the agreed sub-contract and procurement terms. Retentions apply as per agreements.
* As a member of the commercial team, the Lead Quantity Surveyor will be tasked with administering the contract obligations and meet additional Client requirements.
* Issue interim and final accounts and progress applications per project and contract requirements.
* Monthly applications to be all inclusive of accurate remeasures, site changes, dayworks and any applicable contract claims.
* Identify escalations, material or labour, as appropriate.
* Ability to identify potential commercial risks and ensure prompt reporting of same to Senior Management.
* Follow direction of Senior Management in undertaking work duties.
* Have a practical understanding of scheduling and the associated commercial implications.
* Ensure close collaboration with Planning Engineer regarding accuracy of progress reporting.
* The Lead Electrical Quantity Surveyor will be capable of costing and agreeing daily work changes to include managing the subcontractor remeasurement of contract works, site dayworks and site change orders.
* Maintain accurate records and provide necessary detailed backup to support commercial tracking and costing.
* Ability to work on own initiative and can prioritise without direction.
* Speed and accuracy of information a priority.
* Negotiate, as necessary, with clients or their representatives.
* Set an example of enthusiasm, loyalty and hard work in the performance of all duties.
Qualifications
* 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying ideally coupled with a technical background as either Electrician/Instrumentation Technician (or similar) or Electrical Engineer but not wholly necessary.
* 5+ years' experience in a similar capacity working on projects in-excess of £7M in Electrical scope.
* Prior work placement experience would be advantageous.
Required Skills
* Proficient in excel.
* Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications.
* Excellent Communication/Interpersonal Skills.
* Excellent Record Keeping and Administration Skills.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.
How to apply
For more information, please contact: dave.butler@kentonblack.com
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