Quantity Surveyor

Mitie Group plc.

Newcastle upon Tyne

On-site

GBP 36,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Working away allowance

Annual appraisal

Annual salary review

Share Incentive Plan

Private Medical Cover

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace pension scheme

33 days holiday

Laptop, iPad, iPhone equipment

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our security-focused business supporting UK utilities. You will develop proficiency in quantity surveying and manage subcontractor procurement and cost implications.

The role includes monthly valuations, variations, and coordination with the Project Manager on contractual issues, while adhering to safety standards. A driver''s license and QS qualification are preferred.

Qualifications

Experience with NEC contracts and procurement practices.
Understanding of cost/value reporting and commercial processes.
Valid driver''s license and willingness to travel to sites.
Strong communication and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Develop proficiency in quantity surveying skills and practices.
Review construction methods and cost implications of technical information.
Understand the project plan and manage monthly valuations.
Submit timely and accurate variation submissions.
Liaise with the Project Manager on contractual issues affecting profitability.
Ensure adherence to environmental and safety standards.
Prepare and manage subcontract orders, bonds, guarantees and warranties.
Monitor payments and documentation with subcontractors.

Skills

NEC Contracts

Procurement

Cost/Value reporting

Driver's license

Communication

Independent work

Education

HND/HNC/Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful security company who specialise in Security / Access Control Systems to some of the UK's largest Utility companies across the UK, to join as an ambitious Quantity Surveyor and help to develop the business during an exciting phase of growth.

Essential Competencies

Must have working knowledge of NEC Contracts
Working understanding of procurement practices and forms of main and subcontract
Good understanding of Cost/Value process and reporting
HND/HNC/Degree in Quantity Surveying is desirable
A valid driver's license
Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to deal with different personalities and remain calm.
A hardworking and detailed-orientated individual.

Role & Responsibilities

Develop a sound proficiency in quantity surveying skills and practice.
Develop experience and proficiency in construction methods, processes and the review of commercial / cost implications of all technical and design information.
Understanding the plan of the project.
Monthly progress valuations of projects.
Timely and accurate variations submissions.
Attain a full understanding of how the parties to a contract hold responsibility for the timely delivery of a project and their obligations, rights and remedies in the event of delaying events.
Liaise with the Project Manager regarding contractual issues and their possible effect on profitability.
Adhering to all the environmental and safety standards.
Attain a full understanding and sound working knowledge of compiling subcontract order(s).
Ensure subcontracts are properly prepared and signed off.
Ensure that all Contractual requirements for bonds, guarantees and or warranties are obtained from subcontractors.
Manage the procurement of key subcontracts with particular emphasis on the proper transfer of risk.
Monitor and review material differences between subcontractor applications and their payments, provide advice etc to pre-empt possible adjudications.
Advise on and where required, draft all contractual notices, and also from subcontractors and suppliers etc.
Develop an understanding and knowledge of the payment processes under the Main and subcontracts.
In conjunction with site staff implement and maintain the appropriate records required to manage a construction contract i.e. Engineers diaries, Programme reports, As-built records and evidence etc.
Process payments and notify all subcontractors in accordance with the Construction Act.
Monitor and pursue the proper collection of all contractual documentation due from subcontractors.
Attending site visits and client meetings.