Quantity Surveyor

Carmichael UK; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a skilled Quantity Surveyor for a Tier 1 delivery project in Luton focused on highways. The role entails extensive responsibilities ranging from subcontract management and cost control to effective contract administration. The ideal candidate will possess substantial commercial experience in the Highways sector, along with strong analytical and communication skills to enhance project success.

Qualifications

• Experienced Quantity Surveyor with proactive drive to succeed.
• Understanding of Highways Method of Measurement.
• Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontract relationships and contract administration.
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts with clients.
• Compile bills of quantities from design drawings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Experience in Quantity Surveying

Tools

A-Site contract software

Job description

CarmcichaelUK are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join us on a Tier 1 delivery Project in Luton on various highways projects.

You will be working with the Projects Commercial team. Ideally the candidate would have experience working on highways for a main contractors but other civils industries would be considered.

Please see below key attributes for the role.

1. Subcontract Management including drafting & agreeing subcontracts as well as assessing and certifying AfPs.
2. Cost Management
3. Site Measurement experience, Estimating, Quantity Take-offs etc.
4. Familiar with Method of Measurement, SORs.
5. Working with NEC contracts

Other attributes for the role

• Preparing bills of quantities from design drawings using a bespoke schedule of rates and pricing new rates from first principals where required
• Compiling and agreeing Call Off Contracts with the client (Transport for London) using standard contract templates and obtaining internal approvals from signatories
• Compiling and agreeing Subcontracts with TKJV supply chain using standard subcontract templates
• Using TfL contract software (A-Site) to manage all contract administration, issuing EWN s, NCE s and QUO s within contractual timescales
• Managing subcontract relationships and all contract administration including mitigating raised EWN s, assessing NCE s and QUO s within contractual timescales
• Application and assessment of interim applications and certifications monthly
• Preparation of Cost Value Reconciliations including presentation of results monthly
• Preparation of monthly cash flow forecasts
• Submission and negotiation of final accounts with both client and supply chain
• Working with delivery team to find efficiencies, increase margin and to mitigate potential risks
• Internal administration, raising supply chain frameworks and orders for approval

Essential Requirements

• Successful candidate will be an experienced and responsible Quantity Surveyor with a proactive drive to succeed
• Extensive commercial experience in the Highways or similar Infrastructure related sector
• Understanding of Highways Method of Measurement and construction methodology
• Experience preparing take offs and bills of quantities directly from highways designs
• Demonstrable experience in the administration and management of subcontractors
• Excellent knowledge of the NEC form of Contract and its various options
• Demonstrable experience in the use of IT systems for estimating, invoicing and subcontractor management
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of commercial processes, including interim applications, payment certifications, CVR s and forecasting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient organizational skills and attention to detail
• High level of commercial awareness