Quantity Surveyor (Civils)

McHugh Ltd; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary, pension and 28…

Professional growth and development.

Involvement in all aspects of project

Job summary

McHugh Ltd is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our Anglia Region team from our Chelmsford office. You will manage the commercial function for a Framework and projects, tracking data and reporting using a client bespoke software package to ensure accuracy of all commercial information.

You will work closely with the delivery team, handle variations, EOTs, client instructions, and provide timely completion packs while monitoring progress and KPIs.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial experience in Quantity Surveying.
• NEC contracts experience is advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• IT proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Work with the delivery team to allocate, track and manage commercial work orders.
• Capture, track and commercially assess variations, EOTs and client instructions.
• Oversee and validate data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support timely submission and agreement of completion packs for the Framework and related commercial docs.
• Monitor project progress daily, identifying delays, risks and commercial impacts.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and performance tracking.
• Liaise with client representatives to progress approvals, valuations and submissions.
• Support financial reconciliation by aligning completed works with valuations and invoicing.
• Review client contract documents and advise on risk and opportunity.
• Procurement and management of resources to maximise profitability.
• Weekly review of programme and analysis of variances from plan.
• Effective change control to maximise revenue and reduce risk.
• Forecasting and monthly cost/value reporting.

Skills

3–5 years experience

NEC contracts

English communication

Team leadership

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Full driving licence

Job description

The role will be based out of our Chelmsford (CM2 7SG) office with the requirement to attend weekly meetings at our Chelmsford Office and our Client’s office in Stratford.

Overview:

This is an opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join one of the leading contractors in the South East of England to work closely with our Project Team within the Anglia Region.

You will be responsible for managing the commercial function of a Framework and independent Projects as well as project tracking, coordination and reporting using a Client Bespoke Software Package ensuring all project data and commercial information is accurately recorded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the delivery team to ensure accurate allocation, tracking and commercial management of work orders.
• Ensure all variations, EOTs and client instructions are captured, tracked, and commercially assessed in a timely manner.
• Oversee and validate data recorded to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support the timely submission and agreement of completion packs for the Framework and associated commercial documentation.
• Monitor project progress daily, identifying delays, risks and commercial impacts.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and performance tracking.
• Liaise with client representatives to ensure approvals, valuations and submissions are progressed efficiently.
• Support financial reconciliation by ensuring completed works are aligned with valuations and invoicing.
• Review and commercially assess client contract documents and advise on risk and opportunity.
• Procurement and management of resources to maximise profitability.
• Weekly review of programme and analysis of variances from planned.
• Effective Change control to maximise revenue and profit opportunities and decrease risk.
• Forecasting and Monthly Cost/Value Reporting.

Personal attributes:

• Typically achieve results in collaboration with colleagues through defining, assigning and delivering work and team objectives.
• Can manage own and others’ time effectively.
• A positive attitude with high levels of commitment and accountability for own actions and decisions.
• Proactive, as opposed to reactive.
• Can adapt to different tasks quickly and effectively.
• Strong organisational and administrational skills.

Skills/Expertise:

• At least 3 - 5 years commercial experience.
• Have functional/technical skills associated with the field of Quantity Surveying. NEC contract experience would be an advantage.
• Communicates effectively and able to speak, listen and write in good English and in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication techniques and tools.
• A team player, operating cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organisational effectiveness.
• Experienced in leading and developing a diverse team including managing performance and skills development
• IT proficient in MS Office, particularly in Excel and Word.
• Holds a full driving licence

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, pension and 28 days holidays.
• Professional growth and development.
• Opportunities to be involved in all aspects of project delivery.

Registered address: 429a Footscray Road, New Eltham, London, SE9 3UL