Quantity Surveyor

Manchester Arndale; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a candidate to oversee financial and commercial aspects of projects within the Frameworks department in Brighton. You will manage contracts, ensure compliance, and support project teams with strong analytical and communication skills. Ideal candidates will have excellent IT skills, experience in Construction Contracts, and the ability to work effectively in a team or independently. This role offers opportunities for professional development and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Experience of administering Construction Contracts.
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and commercial aspects of allocated projects.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and documented appropriately.
• Prepare supporting documentation for Final Account submissions.

Skills

Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Professional or Trade related vocational qualification

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Overall purpose

You will work on a major Retail contract and oversee the financial and commercial aspects of all allocated projects within the contract, ensuring the correct commercial controls are in place to protect the business. This position is within our Frameworks department who carry out refurbishment and lifecycle replacement projects ranging from £50k to £6m.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure contractual obligations are flowed down appropriately and in the correct manner, in line with scope, price and programme.
• Capable of valuing and interpreting contractor applications and quotes.
• Proven ability to submit detailed Applications for Payment in a timely manner.
• Identifying, reviewing and detailing variations, the preparation and submission of detailed prices including supporting documentation for agreement.
• Understanding timely notifications.
• Preparation of all necessary supporting documentation in support of Final Account submission including negotiating the settlement of the Final Account.
• Analysing actual costs and future expenditure to ensure accurate reporting.
• Pursuing Notices or Certificates for Payment, and the resultant payments that become due.
• Reporting by exception of any matter or event that is likely to impact the forecast outturn of a project.
• Processing, drafting and issuing Subcontract Orders to meet contract requirements, valuing the work undertaken by Subcontractors, issuing the appropriate Notices and processing payments as necessary.
• Be aware of the agreed programme and be able to identify delays to the progress of the works and report this to Project Manager/Commercial Director for review.

People Management

• Capable of working in a team environment supporting colleagues and providing advice on all commercial matters when necessary.
• Understanding Client requirements and always conducting business in a professional manner.
• Good communications skills, both oral and written.
• Good listening skills and capable of interpreting directions.

About You

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Mandatory

• Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel.
• Experience of administering Construction Contracts.
• Communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Professional or Trade related vocational qualification.
• Experience administering Framework Agreements.

Personal Attributes

• Proven negotiation skills.
• Ability to think logically, and an aptitude for creative thinking.
• A high level of numeracy and commercial awareness.
• Ability to work equally well in team situations or on own.
• Strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage and prioritise resources.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Receptivity and adaptability to change.
• Good influencing skills.
• Good understanding of Commercial functions to prioritise tasks accordingly.

How to Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.