Senior Quantity Surveyor – Devon

Role Purpose

Responsible for all financial aspects of the project working closely with the Project Team to control all commercial contractual matters. Deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen

This specific role will be responsible for a £8m extension and refurbishment to existing building, reporting into the Commercial Manager 

Key Accountabilities

• Attend tender presentations for new projects, contribute, lead commercially and present
• During proposal stage, prepare the budget and prelims build up, obtain and vet trade contractor bids, compile the company information section for the proposal document and collate the overall document
• Prepare trade contractor bid list in conjunction with the Project Manager and obtain approval via team meetings
• Confirm project insurance arrangements
• Prepare and monitor bid package tender schedule and report against the cost plan where required and advise on selection of trade contractors
• Advise client on contract procurement routes available
• Prepare and monitor Subcontract Procurement Schedule, compile trade contract bid documents and carry out tender analysis and issue purchase orders
• Prepare Cost/Value Reconciliation (CVR), create regular budget and price updates, update computerised cost control system and prepare the monthly cost and progress report

Skills & Experience

As well as having at least 5 years experience as a QS / SQS for a main contractor, you will have a sound understanding of NEC Forms of Contract as have the below: 

• Must be passionate about work, committed to excellence and continuous improvement both personally and divisionally.
• Ability to build and manage relationships with clients/consultants and suppliers which will raise profile of the division and lead to new opportunities.

Offering competitive rates of pay, this is an opportunity not to be missed!