Position Overview
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
We are currently looking for a Quantity Surveyor to work on the HS2 Main Works, the SCS Joint Venture with Costain and Strabag. Our HS2 Main Works South team is delivering one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects – 26 miles of tunnels from London Euston to West Ruislip, along with viaducts, bridges and embankments that will connect communities for generations.
Responsibilities
* Input to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence
* Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation
* Cost control and forecasting, and preparation and provision of input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget
* Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment and preparation of payment certificates
* Assisting with Risk and Value Management to optimise solutions, monitoring and reviewing regularly with the project team, and identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks
* Contract management, including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications
* Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate, administer and finalise or close out supply chain contracts
Qualifications
* Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen
* Experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings and ability to collate information and prepare reports
* Experience drafting contractual correspondence on behalf of the Project Manager and preparation of payment certificates and interim financial reports
* Experience contributing to procurement and contract strategies
* Negotiating and team‑working skills and the ability to motivate and lead
* Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge
* Hold an RICS/CICES accredited degree (or equivalent) or enrol on an accredited part‑time post‑graduate degree
Benefits
24/7 digital GP service for you and your family, financial wellbeing and employee assistance, professional development, enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave).
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high‑performing teams.
Flexible Working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options and would be happy to discuss these at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable Adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please let us know.
Closing Date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
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