Managing Quantity Surveyor

Energy Job Search; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the team supporting project cost management and compliance with NEC frameworks. The role involves ensuring financial accuracy, overseeing project performance, and providing strategic leadership to ensure company objectives are met. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Quantity Surveying and significant experience in contract administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in commercial roles focused on NEC contracts.
• Demonstrable experience with NEC3/4 contracts.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantity surveying team ensuring effective commercial management.
• Oversee cost management and forecasting, lead cost performance reporting.
• Manage NEC contract administration and subcontractor compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC contracts

Contract administration software

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Location: Aberdeen, Grangemouth, Middlesbrough, Warrington, Reading, Fareham

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.

We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager for the Gas Division, the Managing Quantity Surveyor will lead the quantity surveying team to ensure the effective commercial and cost management of projects in line with NEC frameworks. This role is pivotal in supporting P&L performance and delivering best-in-class contract controls across multiple projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the division's Commercial Manager to ensure compliance with all B-UK governance procedures, maximising project efficiency from inception to closeout

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Coordination:
  
  

Facilitate collaboration between the Commercial Manager and project Quantity Surveyors to ensure NEC framework compliance and best practices.

• Provide Direct Project Support:
  
  

Offer day-to-day guidance to Quantity Surveyors, ensuring that client deadlines are met and project issues are proactively addressed.

• Oversee Cost Management and Forecasting:
  
  

Lead cost performance reporting and analysis, including the preparation of monthly Pain/Gain assessments. Ensure that actual costs are consistently monitored against baseline estimates, addressing variances in labour, materials, and project scope.

• Enhance Project Controls:
  
  

Ensure accurate reporting on project progress, work done, and estimated costs-to-complete. Utilise robust controls to track contract status, revenue, costs, and obligations.

• NEC Contract Administration:
  
  

Manage contract change processes, including early warnings, payment certificates, and compensation events. Ensure that all notifications and quotes are aligned with NEC requirements and client expectations.

• Manage Subcontractor Compliance:
  
  

Monitor and enforce compliance with subcontractor agreements, ensuring all financial documentation is thorough and audit-ready.

• Stakeholder Engagement and Support:
  
  

Collaborate with internal teams to provide timely responses to client requests, making certain that all stakeholders are informed and aligned.

• Promote Financial Accuracy and Integrity:
  
  

Ensure that financial information is complete, accurate, and available for audits. Provide realistic and risk-adjusted estimates for project costs.

• Strategic Alignment:
  
  

Support B-UK's commercial strategy by ensuring that project goals, targets, and objectives are consistently achieved. Address and escalate any disputed or disallowed costs to the Project Manager and Project Board.

• Contribute to Project Reviews:
  
  

Actively participate in contract reviews, providing insights and recommendations on cost control, financial performance, and project progress.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in commercial roles, with a focus on NEC contracts and project cost management. Demonstrable experience with NEC3/4 contracts and contract administration software (e.g., FastDraft, CEMAR).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in cost forecasting, resource allocation, and financial reporting. Familiarity with SAP or similar project management software is an asset.
• Strong ability to lead a team, influence stakeholders, and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS) is preferred.
• Meticulous approach to contract compliance, documentation, and financial accuracy.
  
  

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.

Engineering & Consultancy | Bilfinger UK Limited | Permanent | White-collar workers | Bachelor's degree | Engineering

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