Senior Quantity Surveyor

Egis Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in London. The ideal candidate will manage contracts, negotiate with subcontractors, and ensure compliance with governance rules. A degree and experience in NEC3/4 contracts are essential. The role demands proactive change management and strong relationship skills. Diverse candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level.
• Experience in NEC3/4 contracts administration is essential.
• Ability to manage and develop commercial team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contract administration.
• Lead valuation of contractor applications for payment.
• Provide risk advice to project teams.

Skills

NEC3/4 Contract management

Commercial negotiation

Change and risk management

Cost monitoring and reporting

Relationship management

Education

Degree level education

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector. The senior quantity surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement.

Role Responsibilities:

• NEC3/4 Option C Contract management and administration
• Establish and manage entitlement, with key focus on gaining full entitlement under the terms of the Subcontract
• The quantity surveyor will lead the review and valuation of contractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Managing Subcontractor's Accounts
• Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

Qualifications:

• Educated to degree level
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• Experienced administering NEC3/4 contracts (A/C/E must have). Use of CEMAR is desirable
• Experienced in leading the full range of contract management activities including evaluation/assessment of high value Compensation Events
• Ability to lead on project financial monitoring and reporting
• Experienced in proactive change and risk management
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money
• Experience of working within a collaborative culture or/ and a mature approach to relationship management with a long-term strategic focus
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Ability to performance manage and hold to account
• Experience in managing and developing assistant and intermediate-level commercial team members

Additional Information:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Your application will be assessed based on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each contributor as this builds our culture, and if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.