Senior Quantity Surveyor

Mott MacDonald; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cardiff or Bristol, UK. The role involves preparing cost plans and managing procurement processes for various building sector projects. You'll work within a dynamic team, ensuring effective cost management and compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate has a BSc in Quantity Surveying and MRICS status, with a strong background in cost management and contract administration. Mott MacDonald offers a range of benefits, including a hybrid working model and a commitment to equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience in building sector consultancy preferred.
• Ability to deliver multiple outputs under deadlines.
• Experience working in a professional environment within Cost Consultancy/Main Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans and budgets for projects.
• Lead the procurement process including tenders evaluation.
• Manage change control and provide financial reports.

Skills

Cost management experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Negotiation skills

Contract management knowledge

Education

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Chartered status preferably MRICS

Tools

CEMAR

CostX

Job description

Overview

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering work that defines our future and makes a societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance—we succeed when they do. With opportunities to collaborate, learn and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. As a proudly employee-owned business, we invest in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included and valued.

Location

Bristol or Cardiff, UK

Role overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – experience in building sector consultancy preferred. The role sits within the Buildings team of Mott MacDonald’s Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit. You will be responsible for the delivery of projects including cost planning, procurement, contract administration and financial reporting throughout the RIBA stages, working with a diverse client base including Central Government, Local Authority and the Private Sector.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of cost plans, cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents
• Leading the procurement process including issuing enquiries, evaluating tenders, and preparing recommendations
• Measurement and quantification
• Managing change control, including risk management, value engineering and cost control measures
• Prepare benchmarking analyses and contribute to capturing project benchmark data
• Preparation and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts
• Prepare recommendations for payment
• Valuing construction works including site visits and liaising with subcontractors
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, variations, and contractual correspondence
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and industry standards
• Manage project costs and provide regular financial reports to Project Director
• Collaborate with project managers, designers and clients to ensure commercial objectives are met
• Support and advise the Project Manager in fulfilling contractual obligations and compiling contract documents
• Supporting internal business development initiatives

Candidate specification

Essential:

• BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Chartered status preferably MRICS
• Experience of working within a professional environment within a Cost Consultancy/Main Contractor
• Demonstrable relevant cost management experience in the Buildings Sector
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a larger team
• Ability to deliver multiple concurrent outputs under deadlines
• Practical experience with contract forms (e.g., NEC and JCT)
• Experience with commercial software and tools (CEMAR)
• Strong communication, teamwork and negotiation skills
• Demonstrable knowledge and application of pre and post contract cost management
• Experience using industry recognised measurement software and tools such as CostX
• Support development of colleagues within the regional team and drive technical excellence and continuous improvement

Desirable:

• Demonstrate alignment with our Mott MacDonald PRIDE values: Progress, Respect, Integrity, Drive, Excellence
• Excellent oral and written communication and organisation skills
• Soft skills including self-motivation, initiative, leadership, adaptability, flexibility, effective listening, collaboration, influence and persuasion, insightfulness
• Drive to innovate and implement best practice
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Effective time management
• Customer focus

Immigration

UK Immigration: Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.

Working arrangements

Agile working: We offer a hybrid working policy that supports wellbeing, flexibility and trust.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, promoting fair employment procedures and equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression and are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility

If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, contact [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

Benefits

• Financial wellbeing
  • We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%
  • Life assurance up to 4 x basic salary, with option to increase to 6 x
  • Income protection and health care benefits; flexible benefits including increased life assurance and payroll saving
  • Annual bonus schemes in our employee-owned business
• Employee ownership: shared success and a stake in the business with opportunities to participate in ownership from day one
• Health and wellbeing: private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to Peppy for menopause support, wellbeing programs
• Lifestyle: generous holiday entitlement, savings schemes and retail discounts
• Enhanced family and carers leave: maternity, adoption, paternity/partner leave and shared parental leave
• Learning and development: professional subscriptions and development opportunities
• Networks and communities: groups supporting LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers

Location(s): Bristol, UK | Cardiff, UK

Contract Type: Permanent | Work Pattern: Full Time | Market: Various | Discipline: Project programme and commercial management

Job Ref: 14906 | Recruiter Contact: Danielle Judd