Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bouygues Construction; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and property development company in Exeter is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial aspects of a large-scale student accommodation project. The ideal candidate will have previous experience with main contractors and possess strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. The role emphasizes collaboration within a larger team and offers extensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and produces accurate work.
• Communicates information and ideas proactively.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial aspects of a large-scale scheme.
• Prepare cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Finalise subcontract accounts to maximise margins.
• Control subcontractor accounts and minimise variation costs.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Job description

Overview

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Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Location City: Exeter

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 1838

Information at a Glance

Bouygues UK is a leading construction and property development company in the United Kingdom. It is part of Bouygues Construction which employs 35,600 people around the world, all driven by the greatest and most exciting responsibility of all - building for life.

Bouygues UK has a fantastic opportunity available for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on an exciting project in Exeter.

The project is a large scale (~£185M) and long term (3 year duration) student accommodation scheme, comprising of 6 new-build blocks and a refurbishment of an existing block. This is great opportunity for a Senior QS who is keen to work as part of a larger team.

Job Purpose and Scope

• To manage commercial aspects on a large-scale scheme in Exeter, taking ownership for maximising commercial results and exceeding client expectations to encourage repeat business.

Accountabilities and key tasks

• Ensure optimum commercial return for the project.
• Accurately prepare cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Agree interim valuations on schedule for commercial advantage.
• Prepare and finalise client accounts with senior management.
• Finalise subcontractor accounts to maximise margins.
• Prepare subcontract orders per company procedures, aligned with procurement schedules and contract programs.
• Control subcontractor accounts and minimise variation costs.
• Manage subcontractor valuations and correspondence.
• Prepare turnover cash flow forecasts, updating and recording actuals as required.
• Submit interim valuations and projected final accounts with each report.
• Evaluate and agree on interim valuations and stage payments.
• Support in resolving delays and document relevant information.
• Report potential problems to the Line Manager and seek guidance.
• Provide feedback to the project team and estimating department.
• Possess knowledge of relevant contracts and assist in resolving disputes.
• Re-measure subcontractor values and arrange payments as per company procedures.
• Attend project meetings as directed.

About You

• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and produces accurate work.
• Communicates information and ideas proactively and confidentially in a way which is received positively, both verbally and in writing. Shares knowledge with others.
• Manages time effectively.

Why Bouygues UK

Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, we look for people who demonstrate our key values - Respect, Commitment, Pioneering, Sharing.

• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days
• pension scheme
• life insurance
• private medical insurance
• BY Extra - opt into lifestyle benefits
• Volunteering opportunities

Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification!

Together with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award-winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors.

Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets.

With annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times.

Be Yourself!

Be Yourself! Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.