Senior Quantity Surveyor

RSE; Livingston; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Company Car Allowance

Hybrid Working (where applicable)

Private Healthcare

Holiday entitlement 31 days rising to

Holiday Buy/Sell Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Discounted National Gym Membership

Professional Fees Paid

Employee Discount Platform

EV/Hybrid Car Lease

Health professionals network

Job summary

RSE is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of water industry projects in Scotland and the North of England. You will lead a team of surveyors, oversee contractual, financial and commercial activities, and ensure best practice across frameworks from pre-award through to completion.

You will manage procurement strategies, cost/value reconciliation and reporting, and help drive NEC contract delivery where applicable. A UK driving licence is required for site and client visits.

Qualifications

• Experience in pre-award activities, tender reviews and procurement strategy.
• Experience managing a portfolio of projects with commercial/contractual administration.
• Ability to set and agree commercial strategies and settlement of accounts/claims.
• NEC contracts experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in pre-award activities such as tender reviews, risk/value analysis and procurement strategies.
• Running a portfolio of projects and frameworks with commercial/contractual administration through to completion.
• Preparation and analysis of framework-wide commercial reports for internal and client use.
• Tracking payment status of projects and programmes/frameworks.
• Notify the Managing QS of performance, risks and opportunities.
• Carry out other tasks within the post holder's skill set as required.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Procurement strategies

Cost/value reporting

NEC contracts

Driving licence

Education

RICS recognised qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

What Are We Looking For?

Due to continued growth, our Chemical & Wastewater Solutions team is seeking a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of projects for Scotland and the North of England within the Water industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the creation of market-leading chemical dosing solutions, that are bringing water to life.

This role will involve managing and overseeing contractual, financial, and commercial activities of the Companys projects and frameworks. Youll lead a team of experienced surveyors, ensuring best practice is followed and key deliverables are met.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

• Involvement in pre-award activities such as tender reviews, risk/value analysis and evaluation as well as advising on procurement strategies.
• Running of specific portfolio of projects and frameworks, incorporating all facets of commercial/contractual administration and liaison from pre-award and invitation to tender stage through to completion.
• Preparation, development, and analysis of framework wide commercial reports both internally and for the Client(s).
• Tracking the payment status of projects and programmes/frameworks.
• Notifying the Managing QS of individual project and wider programme/framework performance and expectations whilst identifying risks and opportunities as they may materialise.
• Carry out all other tasks as requested within the post holders appropriate skill set.

What Do You Need?

• RICS recognised qualification (or equivalent) in one or more of the following Surveying, Construction, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering.
• Previous proven experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• Experience of setting and agreeing commercial strategies, procurement, cost/value reconciliation/reporting, project management, negotiation and settlement of accounts, negotiation, and settlement of claims.
• Experience in NEC contracts would be beneficial.
• Ability to delegate to and manage a team of commercial staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Who Are We?

RSE is a trusted clean water technology company, developing market-leading products and solutions for purifying drinking water, recycling wastewater, and cleaning water in industrial processes. We are disrupting the water sector, delivering water treatment products, technologies, and services to clients across the UK. RSE provides offsite modular build solutions using a low-carbon approach compared to traditional construction methods and our unique offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning. We additionally have one of the largest servicing and maintenance teams in the market, to ensure were on hand for all our clients needs.

Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSEs key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

What RSE Offer

To build successful teams and drive the level of quality that RSE is renowned for, we know we need the best people in the industry. Not only do we require the relevant skillsets, but we also need people with the right attitude and mentality to thrive and grow in an innovative and fast-paced environment. At RSE, youll be given every opportunity to set the path of your own career through our Business Streams and work within dynamic teams that will require you to rise to the challenge of working for a market leader.

• Industry-leading salary based on your experience.
• Company Car Allowance
• Hybrid Working (where applicable)
• A flexible career development path, with no restrictions on where your career can go.
• Private Healthcare (Personal)
• Holiday Allowance of 31 days per year, rising to 33 days per year after 2 years service.
• Holiday Buy / Sell Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work
• Discounted National Gym Membership
• Professional Fees Paid
• Employee Discount Platform
• EV/Hybrid Car Lease Scheme
• Access to our network of health professionals including mental health champions and Occupational Health Nurse.

In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe by leading transformation in the industry our offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive.

If youre interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry,