Senior Quantity Surveyor

Midland Metro Alliance; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a seasoned professional to lead and manage the commercial team for light rail projects. You will ensure maximum commercial results through effective contract management and team leadership. The role requires significant experience in commercial management, particularly within large civils or infrastructure projects. Expect a competitive salary and supportive work environment in Birmingham.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company car or car allowance

34 days annual leave

Industry leading Life Assurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme

Pension Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Long Service Award

Season Ticket Loan

Occupational Health Service

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Commercial Management experience as SQS or QS on major projects.
• Working knowledge of various forms of contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial team for multidisciplinary light rail projects.
• Manage budgets and financial forecasts for projects.
• Ensure timely notification of events and accurate pricing.

Skills

Hands-on experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cost and budget administration

Financial reporting to board level

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

Purpose of the Role

To lead and manage the commercial team working within your allocated portfolio of multidisciplinary light rail projects (primarily within the Midland Metro Alliance structure - MMA), from inception through to final account and close out, to deliver maximum commercial results.

An example of the current type of projects being delivered by the MMA isthe Birmingham Eastside Metro extension to Digbeth which will serve the High Speed 2 (HS2) station at Curzon Street, separating from the existing West Midlands Metro line at Bull Street.

The route is planned to consist of 1.7km of twin track running from Bull Street to a new terminus at High Street Deritend. The scheme includes four additional West Midlands Metro stops serving the east of Birmingham City Centre.

The extension will service the Eastside regeneration area offering connections with New Street, Moor Street and Snow Hill Railway Stations, in addition to the new HS2 station. The scheme also includes a new bus interchange adjacent to Clayton Hotel Birmingham to provide an efficient bus, Sprint, and coach interchange with HS2.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with the Commercial Manager you will lead, manage, develop and train the commercial teams across your portfolio of projects
• Raise commercial awareness and embed commercial focus and best practice across each project team
• Lead on all contractual matters from inception to close out via in depth understanding of the contract and its implications for profit delivery.
• Assisting in the preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities, specifications, drawings
• Manage the Risk & Opportunities process to allow for the identification of Risk and Opportunities during the tender and construction phases and ensure the Commercial function delivers contractual solutions and strategies that balance these risk and opportunities.
• Set and manage budgets ensuring all costs are correctly allocated into the relevant WBS
• Establishment of robust project life cycle cost forecasts updated monthly and monitored against agreed targets
• Proactively drive the recording of all contractual entitlements, ensure timely notification of events and accurate pricing and substantiation of change
• Establish and maintain rigorous cost controls including early warning systems and provide robust accurate financial data and management reports on each project through the monthly reporting cycle including EVM.
• Provide procurement support to ensure each project is delivered safely, timely, at the least cost and to optimal quality.
• Ensure all procurement expenditure has been validated by the operational delivery team and identified under the budget as necessary to deliver the project
• Deliver contractually agreed cash flow and ensure all AFP’s are submitted / assessed in line with the contractual timescales.
• Ensure all valid Supply Chain payments are made in line with the relevant supplier agreement.
• Negotiate and agree contractual disputes and final accounts within DFA levels
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested

Person Specification

Working in a finance or commercial function within the engineering or construction sector having hands on experience working for contractors as a Senior Quantity Surveyor on large civils or infrastructure projects

• Working knowledge of finance systems and various forms of contracts
• Cost and budget administration
• Financial and commercial reporting to board level
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
• Minimum 5 years Commercial Management experience as an SQS or QS with a proven track record in major projects.

Interdependencies

• Interface with project and engineering teams / Interface with finance and procurement teams

What we offer

At Colas Rail we know how important job satisfaction is for everyone to support with life at home, your health and financial well-being, that's why in return we offer :

• Competitive Salary
• Company car or car allowance
• 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan
• Occupational Health Service

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we actively seek to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Regardless of background, disability, age, race, religion, or gender, everyone is welcome at Colas Rail.

We strive to promote equity and eliminate discrimination, actively seeking to create a workforce reflective of communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, offering flexible and inclusive adjustments to the interview process.

We are proudly part of the Disability Confidence Scheme, and as such we operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme if you meet the minimum requirements.

Join us in making a positive impact! Apply and be part of a team that values diversity and embraces unique perspectives.