Job Vacancy: Quantity Surveyor (Civils)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full Time
Location: Warrington, WA3 7GB
Employer: Our Client (Civil Engineering Support for Infrastructure)
About the Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our client's Commercial team as a Quantity Surveyor (Civils). In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the infrastructure development for 250 new build residential houses undertaken by a prestigious blue-chip property developer. Based in Warrington, this is a fantastic chance to contribute to a high standards and high rewards environment while gaining invaluable experience.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
* Conduct regular site visits and collaborate with the production team.
* Prepare and review tenders in conjunction with estimators, ensuring understanding of client requirements for effective value engineering.
* Provide early cost advice to clients on variations, ensuring authorized variations only.
* Offer technical advice on drawings and ensure projects have the correct documentation.
* Manage end-to-end commercial aspects of assigned projects, maximizing value, and collaborating with Finance and Procurement departments.
* Ensure timely and accurate completion of all commercial accountabilities.
* Analyze rates & prices, agree on variations and/or compensation events.
* Identify and analyze potential debt risks, negotiate financial reconciliation with third parties.
* Forecast monthly and annual profit figures, maintaining figures throughout the project's lifetime.
* Understand safety principles on sites and projects, supporting the safety Director and safety team.
* Address safety concerns immediately with the support of the safety team and Directors.
* Build strong working relationships with clients, including social networking.
* Allocate work to sub-contractors, assisting with procurement when required.
Requirements:
* Minimum GCSE 7 A-C / 5-9, including math’s and English.
* Minimum 3 A-Levels at Grade B and above or equivalent BTEC.
* HNC Level 4 Qualification in Construction/Building or equivalent.
* Relevant experience as a Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering.
* Excellent computer skills, including Word and Excel.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate an extremely high level of confidentiality.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
* Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully.
* Highly motivated and willing to work hard.