Senior Quantity Surveyor — Complex Projects Leader

Mercury; Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercury is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial and contractual aspects on complex engineering and construction projects in Kristiansand, Norway. You will review contracts, manage sub-contractor accounts, and forecast cash flow while ensuring accuracy and profitability.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in a related field and have 5–7 years of QS experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to negotiate with clients and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified and/or relevant industry experience.
• 5-7 years’ experience in a QS role.
• Strong working knowledge of contracts and Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand project contract documentation.
• Prepare and analyse supplier and sub-contractor enquiries.
• Prepare and issue contract documents to our supply chain.
• Monitor changes in scope and pricing of variations.
• Prepare and agree monthly progress applications.
• Financial and contractual control of sub-contractor accounts.
• Issue contract notices and evaluate loss/expense/acceleration claims.
• Provide fast, accurate, competitive and profitable estimates.
• Prepare monthly commercial project reports.
• Provide data and analysis of issues and risks as required by management.
• Manage and forecast project cash flows.
• Liaise with client, main contractor and other departments.
• All other duties associated with this role.

Skills

Cost control

Excel proficient

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Forecast cash flow

Education

Degree in QS/Construction

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mercury is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial and contractual aspects on complex engineering and construction projects in Kristiansand, Norway. You will review contracts, manage sub-contractor accounts, and forecast cash flow while ensuring accuracy and profitability.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in a related field and have 5–7 years of QS experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to negotiate with clients and suppliers.