Senior Quantity Surveyor (F/M)

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

Job summary

A global construction firm in London seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the Sizewell C project. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying and at least 8 years of experience in large scale projects, along with strong leadership and interpersonal skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in large scale projects.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Corporate member of RICS or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project.
• Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets.
• Lead and coach junior staff in service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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Senior Quantity Surveyor (F/M)

Job Location City: London

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: On-site/Office based

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 1335

Information at a Glance

As part of Bouygues Construction's Public Works division, VSL International participates in the construction of major technical structures and guarantees their structural safety and durability: transport infrastructure (bridges, tunnels), industrial and energy production structures, and commercial buildings.

VSL's business is based on four areas of expertise:

• Structural systems and technologies
• Civil engineering
• Foundations and soil engineering
• Preservation, structural repairs, renovation and optimization of structures.

VSL has 4,000 employees at 25 locations worldwide (Asia and Oceania, Middle East, Europe, Latin America, Canada).

Role Overview

As part of the Sizewell C project, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee and manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project. The role involves leading cost planning, contract administration, subcontractor management and team supervision to ensure effective financial delivery of the project.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the project in general QS and commercial issues
• Preparation of cost estimates
• Work with cost controller to manage and monitor the projects to achieve the objective and control budget cost for the project
• Procurement and tendering
• Contract administration, variation, final account, etc.
• Preparation of narrative and supporting documents for claims submission
• Secure full and timely entitlement to payment through payment application and final account
• Liaise with construction project teams and provide guidance on contractual matters (scope of work, contractual responsibility of the project, contract duration)
• Supervise and manage the taking off from drawings and pricing for cost estimates, tender documents, etc.
• Preparation of sub-letting documents, tender analysis and participate in tender interviews with sub-contractors for obtaining major clarification in both condition terms and further concessions offered by sub-contractors. Make recommendation to Project Manager for sub-contract award
• Leading and coaching junior staff in delivery of services, including checking on the works done by junior staff
• Collaborate and develop good relationship with clients and stakeholders internally and externally
• Attend meetings and site inspections when required
• Comply with VSL QA requirements and best practice
• Preparation of Income and sub-contractor liabilities forecast, cash flow forecast and monthly internal valuation for Top management to achieve cost control of the project

Candidate profile

• Bachelor in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and lead a team
• Minimum 8 years experience of related working experience in large scale projects
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken, is required
• Corporate member of RICS or equivalent
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application

Interested? Apply now and let's build the great structures of tomorrow together!