This is a Permanent position and Coleman James Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency
Role Purpose:
To manage the commercial and financial aspects of construction contracts, ensuring that all project costs are effectively monitored and controlled from start to finish.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
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Produce accurate interim valuations and assist in closing final accounts.
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Procure subcontractors in line with programme targets and internal policies, including conducting pre-award meetings and reviewing warranties and contractual documents.
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Oversee subcontractor contract administration — covering progress tracking, variations, daywork claims, defect resolution, and notices related to delays or damages.
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Evaluate subcontractor payment applications and ensure timely payments, including issuing formal payment notices and applying any necessary deductions.
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Agree final accounts with subcontractors and close out commercial packages.
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Carry out on-site and drawing-based quantity measurements to support valuations and variation assessments.
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Monitor and evaluate changes in scope and provisional sums to ensure financial accuracy.
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Process weekly payments for labour and plant hire.
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Track and manage materials costs across the project lifecycle.
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Prepare internal cost reports, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations in line with reporting cycles.
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Work closely with site management and delivery teams to review project progress and its impact on financial performance.
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Maintain detailed and accurate project records and documentation.
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Assist in identifying and notifying delays in collaboration with senior commercial staff.
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Support estimating teams by completing take-offs and preparing bills of quantities for new tenders.
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Undertake other tasks as reasonably required to support project success.
Success Indicators:
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Timely completion of commercial deliverables
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Accurate financial reporting
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Positive contribution to project profitability
Qualifications and Experience:
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Minimum HND (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
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Proven track record on projects relevant to the sector (CIVIL ENGINEERING)
Key Skills and Attributes:
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Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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Confident phone manner and professional approach
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Organised, detail-oriented, and capable of working to tight deadlines
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Proactive attitude with a solution-focused mindset