Senior Quantity Surveyor Infrastructure Rail, Highways, Structures

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in Rail and Highways to oversee commercial projects. The successful candidate will lead a team, manage finances, and ensure project profitability within the infrastructure sector, offering excellent career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree Qualified in Civil Engineering.
• Previous experience in Rail, Highways, and structures.
• Chartered or working towards chartership.

Responsibilities

• Set profitability targets and develop procurement strategy.
• Manage subcontracts and cash flow maximization.
• Monitor progress and ensure compliance with contracts.

Skills

Knowledge of Rail

Knowledge of Highways

Knowledge of Structures

Team Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Financial Reporting

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Infrastructure Rail, Highways, Structures

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Senior Quantity Surveyor Infrastructure Rail, Highways, Structures

Home » Civil » Senior Quantity Surveyor Infrastructure Rail, Highways, Structures
Salary: £40k to £60k
Location: London to Wessex
Region: London

Salary: Up To £60K + Pkg
Location: London
Region: Wessex

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a leading main contractor who operate within Rail, Highways and Structural environments. The successful candidate will support projects within the infrastructure sector and supervise commercial staff on a number of projects in the Wessex area of the UK. Extensive knowledge and experience within highways. Structures and rail is essential

Relevant Qualifications needed;

• Degree Qualified in Civil Engineering
• Progressed steadily from an Engineering background
• Previously worked on Rail , Highways and structures
• Chartered or Working towards Chartership
• Experience of managing a team of on site staff (engineers, foreman, etc.)

Key responsibilities include:
• Set profitability targets with the team, develop procurement strategy, and regularly produce financial progress reports
• Timely procurement, negotiation, and administration of subcontracts in accordance with procurement strategy
• Secure the best possible (value and timing) payments from the client in order to maximise cash flow. Ensure that payments are applied for and received in accordance with the contract
• Make sure that the client is always aware of our financial and commercial expectations
• Ensure that all necessary insurances, bonds, guarantees etc. are in place. Ensure the timely release of bonds and retention monies
• Production of CVCs, Cashflow, and End Day Forecasts, and ensure that all are kept in line with targets and project strategy
• Monitor progress against programme (including subcontractors) in support of the site management
• Undertake preparation and agreement of internal and external valuation/final account to ensure recovery of full entitlement in accordance with the contract
• Participate in regular risk reviews and problem solving
• Ensure timely compliance with contractual obligations and provide advice and guidance to the team as necessary
• Participate in all necessary dialogue to make sure that our commercial interests are always properly considered
• Influence and contribute in resolution of all disputes that have a commercial impact
• Training, teaching and mentoring other members of staff as appropriate
• With a keen eye for detail, you will ensure that all aspects of your role are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the successful candidate to work within one of the UKs leading contractors, excellent career and development opportunities .

Suitable candidates are invited to upload Cvs in the first instance

Jay Wilson 0207 401 8886 or 07833 226 563

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