Senior Quantity Surveyor Claim Specialist

Farrans Construction; Antrim; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Farrans Construction is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor Claim Specialist to support project leaders in delivering exceptional service and managing contracts effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in claims and dispute resolution, ensuring profitability and compliance. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes while fostering a culture of innovation.

Benefits

Living away from home allowance

Flexible working hours

Generous leave policies

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post contract experience in commercial management role.
• Strong understanding of Civil Engineering techniques.
• Full Manual UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Manage contract administration and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with current contract conditions.
• Provide monthly project cost and performance reporting.

Skills

Negotiation

Risk Management

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

Degree in Commercial Management

Experience with NEC contracts

Tools

IT Skills

Job description

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Job Description

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects and enhancing our culture of innovation. You will manage contract administration, risk management and negotiation effectively to deliver the agreed profitability and cash projections, informing line management and seeking guidance as and when required.

Job Description

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor on this project, you will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects and enhancing our culture of innovation. You will manage contract administration, risk management and negotiation effectively to deliver the agreed profitability and cash projections, informing line management and seeking guidance as and when required.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in claims and dispute resolution, who can navigate complex contractual matters and drive successful commercial outcomes.

Hybrid working is available in this role - 3 days per week in the office (Dunmurry, Belfast).

Living away from home allowance is applicable for this role. We are here to make this as seamless as possible, therefore we cover all accommodation costs and cover travel costs (as set out in our policy).

Responsibilities

• Communicate, negotiate and procure sub-contractors & supply chain
• Advising project Team on contractual issues
• Ensure commercial compliance of current conditions of contracts, protecting the position of the company
• Upward and down chain reporting to senior management and wider project team are aware of the position of the contract
• Pricing variations, Compensation events, manage contractual notifications and provide tender support
• Cost & Risk control and management
• Provide the Commercial and Contract Managers with accurate monthly project cost and performance reporting.
• Preparation of monthly financial statements of anticipated Final Accounts detailing status of variations (budget, submitted, agreed), in conjunction with project management
• Assist with monthly work in progress reports in conjunction with project manager
• Managing delegated resources (e.g., budgets, equipment, and contracts) as appropriate, to ensure value for money
• Being fully aware of and actively complying with Farrans policies and procedures relevant to your own responsibilities and to corporate policies and procedures including equality, sustainability and the environment, health and safety and data protection
  
  

Qualifications

• Post contract experience in a construction commercial management role working on major projects.
• Ideally have 2-3 years as a Senior Quantity Surveyor although not essential
• Experience administering NEC form of contract.
• Degree or demonstrable suitable commercial management experience
• Strong understanding of modern Civil Engineering techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues.
• Appreciations of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions.
• Experience in managing a team to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong IT Skills
• Full Manual UK driving license essential.
  
  

About Us

Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do.

Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided.

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Benefits

When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.

We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration.

We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.

To learn more about what we can offer you, click here

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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