The Managing Quantity Surveyor will lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors at various levels, providing guidance and fostering professional development. They will serve as the key commercial point of contact, managing relationships with clients in a collaborative and fair manner. The role involves ensuring strict commercial control across the business and promoting a culture of financial discipline. The Managing Quantity Surveyor will work closely with the operational team to achieve shared commercial objectives and drive business success.
Pre-Contract Management
* Work closely with the Pre-Contract Manager to identify and capitalize leads.
* Liaises with the estimator to ensure prices are competitive whilst delivering the company’s margin objectives.
* Respond efficiently to client requests during the pre-contract stage to enable projects to progress to delivery stage as quickly as possible.
* Feedback lessons learnt from the deliver stage into future estimates to ensure the business is always best placed to secure new work.
Cost Management and Budget Control
* Project cash collection, ensuring timely applications and response to Client queries.
* Project change management, ensuring submission and agreement of CE’s and maintenance of CE Registers and/or CEMAR.
* Implementation of cost control measures, identify potential cost-saving opportunities, and provide advice on value engineering.
* Produce and deliver turnover and margin budgets and forecasts alongside operational peers.
* Work closely with the operational team to provide a commercial service that enables them to deliver project efficiently and to budget.
* Review terms and conditions of contract and sub-contract ensuring risk are understood and appropriate for the type, size and complexity of project.
Contract Management
* Lead contract negotiations and manage contract documentation, including bills of quantities, scope of work, and terms and conditions.
* Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and resolve any disputes or claims that arise during the course of the project.
* Monitor project performance against contracts, advising on variations and changes to scope.
Client and Stakeholder Communication
* Respond to Client requests promptly, effectively, and professionally.
* Oversee project cash flow management, ensuring that invoicing and payments are managed efficiently.
* Review and approve interim valuations, final accounts, and ensure timely submission of invoices.
* Provide comprehensive cost and financial reports to senior management, highlighting risks, opportunities, and project performance.
Team Leadership and Management
* Lead and manage a team of quantity surveyors, providing mentorship, support, and guidance to junior and senior team members.
* Ensure the team operates efficiently, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high-quality standards.
* Conduct regular performance reviews and support team development through training and professional growth opportunities.
Qualifications/Experience
* BSc/MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
* Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a Civil Engineering environment
* Strong knowledge of construction contracts especially NEC
Other
* To undertake other miscellaneous activities/project work deemed appropriate for the role of Managing Quantity Surveyor to assist with the efficient operation of the business.
* Deal with sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality at all times