Quantity Surveyor

Omexom UK; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Stafford. You will manage the cost and commercial aspects of projects, work closely with Project Managers, and ensure compliance with NEC contracts. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and have a strong track record in commercial management. This role provides an excellent opportunity for personal and professional development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 BSc in Quantity Surveying or relevant.
• 3+ years in commercial management and procurement.
• Familiarity with NEC forms of contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost and commercial tasks on projects.
• Develop relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Produce monthly reports and Cost Value Reconciliations.

Skills

Communication

Cost Analysis

Contract Management

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

BSc (HONS) Degree in Quantity Surveying

Masters in Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Reporting to: Business Unit General Manager, MPS

Role purpose

The JOB TITLE will be Quantity Surveyor

• The jobholder will work within Omexom’s Major Projects South Business Unit reporting to the Business Unit General Manager and functionally to England’s Regional Commercial Manager.

• Project specific work will involve working directly with Project Managers, Site Managers and Project Site teams to help in the delivery of transmission and overhead line projects and cable projects.

• The jobholder will also be required to interface with other aspects of the Omexom business including Planning, Finance and Engineering.

• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing the cost and commercial aspects of our projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with NEC contract principles.

Responsibilities & Duties

The successful applicant will ensure the following duties are carried out:

• Participate in creating a safe working environment.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors and key stakeholders.
• Expertly administer NEC forms of contracts, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.
• Produce subcontract documentation including negotiation of scope, terms and conditions, prices and programme.

• Management of subcontract works packages including interim assessments of the amount due and subsequent change management adhering to payment terms.

• Produce and issue all commercial notices, such as EWN’s, CEN’s and CEQ’s to both the client and subcontractors, as required by the form of contract.

• Manage change in a timely manner in accordance with the form of contract, including the production and submission of Compensation Event Quotations.

• Manage claims and disputes, ensuring timely resolution and minimising financial impact.

• Produce, submit, and agree monthly applications, to the client, in accordance with the form of contract.

• Liaise with operational and engineering staff to ensure site records are kept to the standard required.

• Produce detailed monthly reports and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR) and cash flow forecasts as required by the business unit or project.

• Produce and maintain a detailed ‘Cost Plan’, tracking and forecasting expenditure, including detailed schedules of Subcontractor ‘liabilities’

• Support the Project Managers and others to identify, quantify and mitigate risks to cost and value.

• Attend progress and risk reduction meetings with the client and subcontractors.

• Support the project team in the preparation of initial project budgets and thereafter maintaining them on a regular basis through the life cycle of the project.

• Preparation of valuation claims based on the payment terms set up by the client.

• Maintain labour resource scheduling in conjunction with the Project Managers.

• Input into the preparation of all final account documentation prior to project team review.

• Efficient use of the company IT systems for document control between Omexom, Client, Designers and sub-contractors.

• Attendance at meetings as required.

Key interfaces

• Regional Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyors and Finance team
• Business Unit General Manager
• Planners, Bid Managers and internal and external legal support teams
• Site Teams
• Clients

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Minimum 2:1 BSc (HONS) Degree in Quantity Surveying or other relevant course
• Familiarity with NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law
• Strong appreciation/training of NEC forms of contract.
• 3+ years experience of commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates and accruals calculations
• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis
• Knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a team and delegate, but also able to work on own initiative

Desirable

• Masters in Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Management or other relevant Post Graduate Course
• 2+ years’ experience working on energy sector projects (substations or OHL)
• RICS or CICES Chartered Member Status
• Previous experience of the construction industry
• HV Electrical Contractor or Civil Contractor Experience
• CSCS card

Values

Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.

Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.

Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.