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Senior quantity surveyor

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Mott Macdonald
Quantity surveyor
Posted: 13 October
Offer description

Location - Cambridge


Overview

Owing to the expansion of our Environment and Water portfolio we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor. The successful applicant will collaborate with client teams to ensure delivery of complex projects on schedule, within budget, and to high-quality standards, while upholding a strong commitment to safety. This role provides exposure to complex infrastructure projects in the UK.


What you will contribute to the team

* Support and advise the project manager in respect of fulfilment of all contractual obligations.
* Monitor and process on behalf of the client commercial queries from consultants and contractors.
* Attend progress meetings to respond to commercial matters raised.
* Attend internal management meetings to input to reporting processes.
* Check submitted assessments and applications and process.
* Clarify any queries with consultant or contractor and agree with project managers.
* Carry out periodic commercial checks and due diligence in conjunction with the project manager to ensure information submitted corresponds to records held by the consultant or contractor.
* In conjunction with the project manager provide ongoing assessment of consultant or contractor’s estimate to completion.
* Receive and check consultant or contractor’s final account.
* Negotiate any amendments and reach a final figure and recommendation for acceptance or rejection.
* Act in accordance with the project leaders instructions.
* Preparation of monthly management reports.
* Secure new and repeat business in line with the sub-divisional budget.
* Prepare estimates and cost plans in line with the brief.
* Preparation of standard documentation – reports, valuations, letters, financial statements etc.
* Assess applications for payment in line with the contract terms.
* Production of lessons learned report for post-contract review.
* Collection and analysis of cost data.


Qualifications

* Chartered Surveyor, ideally MRICS, with a degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
* Proven skills and experience of delivering within a Cost Consultancy/Main Contractor.
* Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying subject (or equivalent).
* Pre and post contract experience – including tender assessment and supplier negotiation.
* Experience working in collaborative teams / Alliances.
* Strong knowledge of NEC Contracts and experience of practical application on projects in delivery.
* Experience of contract drafting and review.


Preferred, But Not Required

* Demonstrable track record of working in the management services environment.
* Environment and water sector experience preferred.
* Experience of commercial audits / cost assurance processes.
* Experience of contract administration systems – e.g. CEMAR.


About the business unit

The Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit delivers management services across Built Environment, Defence, Energy, Water, Transportation, Education, Health and Care sectors. The unit supports projects from £0.1m to £20bn, offering Programme Management, Project Management, Project Controls, Scheduling, Cost Management, Estimating, Infrastructure Finance, Management Consulting, Digital Consulting, and Education, Health and Care Management.


Environment & Water

UK-based environment and water portfolio delivering project, programme and commercial management services to regulated water/wastewater clients and the Environment Agency. Projects span pre-contract cost estimating to post-contract QS services and commercial assurance, including capital projects ranging from several hundred thousand pounds to major programmes worth over £0.5 billion. We host the cost intelligence service, providing inflation and indexation advice across sectors. We work with around half of the UK’s regulated water and wastewater companies.

Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or in the future.


Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.


Accessibility

If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com to discuss accommodations.


Agile working

Happy to talk Flexible Working and how we can support your responsibilities beyond the workplace.


Benefits

* Health and wellbeing: Private medical insurance for UK colleagues; Health cash plan; Peppy access for menopause support; Comprehensive wellbeing program; Flexible benefits including health options for family.
* Financial wellbeing: Pension contribution matching (4.5%–7%); Life assurance up to 4x salary (option to 6x); Income protection; Flexible benefits; Annual bonus schemes.
* Lifestyle: 33–35 days holiday (or 35 after 5 years); Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts.
* Enhanced family and carers leave: 26 weeks maternity/adoption leave; 2 weeks paternity/partner leave; Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks; Additional leave for caring responsibilities.
* Learning and development: Professional subscription; Mentoring, training, and self-development options.
* Networks and social outcomes: Groups supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race, disability, and parents/carers; community engagement.

Location(s): Cambridge, GB | Contract Type: Permanent | Work Pattern: Full Time | Market: Water | Discipline: Cost and quantity surveying | Job Ref: 11100 | Recruiter Contact: Danielle Judd

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

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