Senior Quantity Surveyor

Pegasus Search & Selection; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join a thriving Infrastructure projects team. This role is pivotal in ensuring project budgets are meticulously monitored and controlled, providing accurate cost forecasting, and managing contract administration. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, particularly in the Infrastructure sector, and will be proficient in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts. Join a dynamic firm where your expertise will contribute to successful project delivery and collaboration with client and contractor teams. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager in Infrastructure projects.
• Expertise in contract management and cost forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control project budgets effectively as the primary Cost Manager.
• Administer contracts and manage changes throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Cost Management

Contract Administration

Change Management

Cash Flow Forecasting

Collaboration

Value Engineering

Tools

NEC3

NEC4

Job description

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Base pay range

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Manager to join their busy and expanding Infrastructure projects team.

Responsibilities:

Cost Management:

• Act as the primary Cost Manager, ensuring project budgets are effectively monitored and controlled.
• Provide accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and monitoring to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Identify, manage, and report cost variances, ensuring contract cash flow is accurate and timely.

Contract Administration:

• Administer various contracts, including NEC3 (Option C) and NEC4, in line with project objectives and governance policies.
• Manage contract changes effectively, ensuring best practices are adopted throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all contractual applications are prepared and submitted correctly and on time.

Collaboration and Delivery:

• Work collaboratively with client and contractor teams to achieve project deliverables and KPIs.
• Contribute to programme performance, cost control, and value engineering initiatives.
• Drive improvements in forecasting and budget accuracy, ensuring alignment with client goals.

Requirements:

• You will be working as a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (5+ years experience) ideally for a Construction Consultancy, Contractor or working directly for the client focussing on projects in the Infrastructure sector (for example: Power/ Nuclear, Renewables, Utilities, Defence, Highways, Rail or Aviation).
• Demonstrated expertise in contract management, ideally with experience in NEC3 - must have experience administering the contract.
• Proficient in cost management, valuation, change management, and cash flow forecasting.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the construction industry, including procurement routes and technical considerations.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Construction