Quantity Surveyor - Permanent

Job Introduction

The role of Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate and value generating input to projects. The role ensures that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader. This role may work independently or under the direction of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. The QS will be able to demonstrate the ability to function as a member of an integrated team

Main Responsibilities

Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence

Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation.

Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget.

Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates.

Assisting with Risk and Value Management to optimise solution. Monitor and regularly review with the project team. Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks.

Contract Management, including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications.

Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate, administer and finalise / close out supply chain contracts.

Ensure all notifications/documents are managed in accordance with the contract, and customer / company policy.

Ongoing liaison with site team, subcontractors and Customers' representatives

Undertake record-keeping including but not limited to collating site records, the preparation of meeting packs, meeting invites and taking meeting minutes

Provide contractual advice to the project / site team as and when appropriate.

Maintaining awareness of the different construction contracts in current use

Understand the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes and statutory requirements as they affect the company's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the project.

Hold an RICS/CICES accredited Degree (or equivalent) or enrolled on an accredited part-time post-graduate Degree.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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