Location
Burton Upon Trent, England, United Kingdom
Overview
MARCH is the UK’s leading provider of critical engineering services. We partner across infrastructure, process and digital services, delivering long‑term partnerships with organisations in industries such as food and drink, utilities and high‑security sectors including defence, aerospace and nuclear.
Job Title
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Key Responsibilities
* Provide pre‑ and post‑commercial advice and support to the operational teams.
* Support operational teams in delivering a customer‑focused service and achieving the highest standards of operational delivery to maximise project profitability and minimise risk.
* Adopt best commercial practice throughout the company, providing advice and feedback.
* Ensure completion of contract documentation and undertake contract reviews and negotiations to align with governance requirements.
* Agree bonds, warranties and company guarantees in accordance with commercial and group procedures.
* Manage and monitor contract terms, conditions and contractual obligations.
* Resolve contractual disputes and liaise with the insurance broker to handle commercial matters.
* Support the bidding process commercially and review tender risk assessment.
* Represent the commercial function at tender reviews and ensure correct insurance requirements are installed in the contracts.
* Take a leading role in protecting stakeholder interests during tendering gateways.
* Ensure subcontract orders are professional, accurate, comprehensive and issued prior to commencement on site.
* Review and interrogate Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and maximise profit margins.
* Coordinate with operational and finance staff to prevent build‑up of work‑in‑progress and debt levels.
* Ensure customer variations are maximised, documented, priced and agreed at the earliest opportunity.
* Produce final accounts, manage claims and support project teams in identifying cost overspend.
* Develop monthly forecasts and budget reporting, mentor and develop the operational team, and undertake commercial training as required.
* Promote and instil good commercial principles across the business.
Skills & Experience
* Skilled negotiator with proven experience in a commercial environment.
* Financial acumen with the ability to analyse complex data and documentation accurately.
* Capable of influencing within cross‑functional teams.
* Strong leadership skills in negotiating and deal‑closing environments.
* Full driving licence.
* Proficiency in MS applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
Specific Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or equivalent.
* Professional membership of a relevant organisation is desirable.
* Previous experience within a similar industry sector.
* Proven record of contract negotiation, risk management and contract implementation.
What We Offer
* A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position.
* An employer who values employee wellbeing.
* Career development within a successful and growing business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
Accommodation
We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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