Job Description
We are seeking a Principal or Quantity Surveyor to join our Local Government team in Cardiff, supporting the delivery of a wide range of highways and infrastructure projects across Rhondda Cynon Taff, Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council.
Responsibilities
* Preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for highways and infrastructure projects.
* Monitoring and controlling costs throughout the project lifecycle.
* Assisting with preparing tender documentation, bills of quantities, and procurement strategies.
* Managing and administering contracts (primarily NEC forms), including handling variations, claims, and dispute resolution, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
* Preparing and presenting cost reports, CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliation), and financial forecasts to stakeholders.
* Liaising with clients, project managers, and design teams to ensure smooth delivery and resolve commercial issues promptly.
* Identifying risks and opportunities, implementing value engineering strategies to optimise project outcomes.
Qualifications
* Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, or equivalent role, across highways or civil engineering projects.
* Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management processes.
* Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
* Experience with digital cost management tools and ERP systems.
* Professional qualifications would be desirable.
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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