A tier one main contractor are looking for a Quantity Surveyor. The contractor works on civil rail projects, but don't need someone who has this experience already just someone from a general civil's background. Principal Duties & Accountabilities: * As a Quantity Surveyor, understand the contractual requirements of project documents including the roles and responsibilities of all involved and the notices required to record change etc. Coordinate any responses required with Commercial Manager. * Cost management for project/section of works. * Understand allowances for elements of work (preliminaries, materials, subcontract etc.). * Understand forecast cost to completion. * Value management for project/section of works. * Prepare interim and final accounts. * Understanding of true value to end of reporting period and comparison with actual cost expended. * Understanding of forecast final value at completion. * Recording of change and allocation of responsibility. * Evaluation and recovery of any change that is not risk/liability including recovery from 3rd parties. * Risk and opportunity management for project/section of works. * Management (with operations team) of known and newly identified risks and opportunities for best project return. * Identification and implementation of mitigation measures. * Procurement for project/section of works. * Ensure all involved in procurement for project understand allowances for items they are responsible for and the procedures to be followed. * Maintain procurement schedules. * Prepare subcontract documentation, issue enquiries, and negotiate agreements including interim and final accounts. Our contractor can offer you the opportunity to develop your skills and offer the chance to progress to be a Senior Quantity Surveyor. They are keen to find someone who is happy to be hands on and who wants to develop their skills set. Salary- £45000-£55000 dependant on experience, plus allowance & Package. If you feel you have the experience above please apply today to hear more