Contracts Surveyor

Gilbert-Ash; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert-Ash in Belfast seeks a Contracts Surveyor to ensure surveying functions on allocated projects and maximise project profitability. You will liaise with Estimating, Purchasing and Project teams, analyse contracts, manage sub-contractor packages and produce cost appraisals.

Role requires 2+ years surveying experience, deep knowledge of construction processes, and a track record in contract negotiation with multi-disciplinary sub-contractors. Travel to UK/ROI sites may be required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience of surveying, planning, directing and co-ordination of projects.
• 3+ years’ experience of successfully managing commercials and co-ordinating work packages for projects.
• Sound understanding of the construction process.
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts with multi-disciplined sub-contractors.
• Building and managing of client expectations.
• Preparing, producing and presenting reports to Senior Management and Clients on a regular basis.
• Relevant technical knowledge.
• Contract law knowledge.
• Understanding of building law and regulations.
• Knowledge of health and safety matters.
• Experience producing detailed costing reports to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Estimating, Purchasing and Contracts Manager / Project Manager / Coordinator regarding sub-contract packages.
• Examine and analyse contracts documents and clauses; carry out feasibility studies and risk analysis evaluations.
• Ensure accurate and timely sharing of information.
• Analyse and select sub-contractors from tender documents and cost packages.
• Organise division of component work packages to sub-contractors.
• Carry out tendering and reporting for project works packages.
• Prepare and submit sub-contractor orders and ensure process schedules are in place.
• Liaise with site management on variations, dayworks, cost control, waste management and Architect Instructions.
• Prepare and submit payments for sub-contractors.
• Prepare and submit detailed regular valuations and cost appraisals.
• Close out sub-contractor contracts and update performance ratings.
• Maintain relations with Clients / Design Teams and stakeholders.
• Maintain records of activity for traceability.
• Monitor planning conditions and local spend / procurement.
• Maintain ISO 9001/14001/45001 procedures and CPD compliance.

Skills

Surveying experience

Commercial management

Construction knowledge

Contract negotiation

Client management

Reporting to senior management

Technical knowledge

Contract law

Building regulations

Health and safety

Costing reports

Education

Degree in Surveying/Quantity Surveying/Building Studies

Post Graduate Surveying qualification

Project Management Qualification

RICS Chartered Membership

CIOB Accreditation

CSR or CSCS Card

COSHH Accreditation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Gilbert-Ash thinks creatively to help our clients deliver stunning and often challenging projects. It’s about considering the impact we have on local communities and the wider world – finding unique ways to maximise positive opportunities and smarter ways to offset the negative.

It’s about grabbing a hard hat, rolling up our sleeves and getting stuck in to see every job completed on time, on budget and with the minimum possible stress all round.

It’s about working in a genuinely collaborative way with clients, an approach that sees them returning to us year after year with new projects, new challenges and new opportunities to do something bigger than just building. That’s because they understand what we’re about – that what we do together has the potential to make a difference.

To our clients, their customers and the people who live and work and enjoy the places we create together. To the environment, both local and beyond. To the safety and wellbeing of our people who work smarter and harder because they know how much they mean to us and understand our clients’ trust is in their hands.

Job Description.

Job Title: Contracts Surveyor.

Reports to: Senior Contracts Surveyor.

Location: Belfast-based but you will be required to work at any of the Company’s sites which you are assigned to in UK and ROI from time to time.

Summary of the Role:

To ensure all surveying functions are efficiently carried out on allocated projects, and all available profit is extracted.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Liaise with Estimating, Purchasing and Contracts Manager / Project Manager / Coordinator, regarding the procurement of sub-contract packages, to ensure compliance with contract deadlines and give advice on all known market intelligence.
• Examine and analyse contracts documents and clauses. Carry out feasibility studies as well as risk analysis evaluations.
• Ensure accurate and timely sharing of information.
• Analyse and select potential sub-contractors from tender documents and cost packages.
• Organise the division of component work packages to sub-contractors.
• Carry out tendering and reporting for project works packages.
• Prepare and submit sub-contractor orders and ensuring that the process schedules are in place.
• Liaise with site management in connection with variations, dayworks confirmation of instruction, cost control, waste management and appropriate issue of Architect Instructions.
• Prepare and submit payments for sub-contractors.
• Prepare and submit detailed regular valuations and cost appraisals.
• Following completion of project work packages, ensure that all sub-contractor’s contracts are closed out and performances ratings are completed.
• Establish and maintain good relations with Clients / Design Teams and their representatives as well as any other stakeholders.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of own activity related to projects to ensure traceability.
• Facilitate the monitoring, tracking and reporting on planning conditions related to the project such as local spend, local procurement etc.
• Maintain control procedures in accordance with the Company’s Integrated Management Systems ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Fulfil company CPD requirements undertaking all relevant training and development activities as required.
• Attend industry dinners, functions, seminars etc., as required on behalf of the Company.
• Fulfil the role of mentor as and when required.
• Contribute to the Company’s ESG initiatives and activities.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to take on other duties and responsibilities for the effective and efficient performance of this role.

Person Specification:

Required Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience of surveying, planning, directing and co-ordination of projects.
• 3+ years’ experience of successfully managing commercials and co-ordinating work packages for projects.
• Sound understanding of the construction process.
• Proven track record of negotiating contracts with multi-disciplined sub-contractors.
• Building and managing of client expectations.
• Preparing, producing and presenting reports to Senior Management and Clients on a regular basis.
• Relevant technical knowledge.
• Contract law knowledge.
• Understanding of building law and regulations.
• knowledge of health and safety matters.
• Experience producing detailed costing reports to senior management.

Required Education:

• A Degree / Equivalent Higher Education in Surveying/Quantity Surveying/Building Studies related subject.
• Post Graduate Surveying qualification.
• Project Management Qualification.
• RICS Chartered Membership.
• CIOB Accreditation.
• CSR or CSCS Card.
• COSHH Accreditation.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to create and maintain good working relationships.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Values and Behaviours

Successful performance at Gilbert-Ash isn’t just about delivery but demonstrating the Values and Behaviours that reflect our Gilbert-Ash culture on a daily basis are equally important, i.e. how we do things around here. To that end, the following Values and Behaviours are always expected.

Integrous: acts with honesty, integrity and ethically. Is accountable for own actions, taking steps to correct mistakes and/or shortcomings. Is a good role model and leads by example. Maintains personal and corporate confidentiality. Does not waste Company resources and seeks ways to positively contribute to the Company’s ESG commitments.

Respectful: is always courteous, polite and professional. Respects and follows Company policies, procedures and processes. Expresses gratitude and recognises contributions of others. Shows consideration to the ideas of others and acknowledges their contribution.

Collaborative: contributes positively to creating and maintaining a high achieving department / team. Demonstrates a high level of collaborative working within own team and across the organisation. Is friendly, approachable, and builds trusting partnerships. Is a team player who supports colleagues to enable them to thrive and achieve. Supports and celebrates the successes of others.

Fair Minded: is inclusive, values and respects workplace diversity. Challenges behaviours that contradict the company values and mission. Contributes to respectful, open communication.

Reliable: is consistent, committed, prepared and organised. Pays adequate attention to detail. Produces work of high quality with thoroughness and accuracy to achieve results. Is always on time and meets deadlines.

Determined: is results driven and goes the extra mile. Seeks solutions for obstacles and problems. Embraces stretch goals and objectives. Isn’t easily deterred from the right line of action.

Innovative: is curious and is always open to new ideas for improvement. Is a champion of change. Seeks ways to self-improve to benefit self and business. Is willing to learn new work-related skills.

Gilbert-Ash Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and therefore is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity and does not discriminate, whether on grounds of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, disability, age, class, religion or belief, community background or passport held. These principles underpin our professional behaviour and are embedded in our policies, procedures, day-to-day practices, and external relationships. We therefore welcome and encourage job applications from a fully diverse range of candidates.

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