We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior QS to work in London for the West Kensington based well-known Main Contractor. Ideally you will have experience of 10 to 12 years within the same field and acting as the Commercial lead on Projects around Million pounds in value. Solid experience Inc. Residential/hotels and commercial projects would also be an advantage. Job description as follows: Due to continued expansion, we are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the lead in all matters relating to estimating, contract negotiation, and evaluation of works, cost analysis and submission of final accounts. The position will be directly responsible to the director.
This is a permanent position due to start in October 2022, the position will be based at our Head Office/London.
 Responsibilities: * Liaise with the operational management team and advise on all matters relating to Contract and Commercial issues * Maintain accurate financial control systems and report monthly on Cost/Value Reconciliation * Liaise with and advise on all financial aspects of contracts, ensuring that valuations are maximised, certified and paid on time * Monitor progress on site and take a lead issuing required notices in accordance with contract procedures and timescales * Prepare forecasts of cost and value of all trades including Preliminaries, monitor and report on same * Prepare Preliminaries budgets in association with contract staff, monitor and report on same * Ensure that all quotations are carefully vetted and comply with the specification ensuring that the most competitive bids are obtained * Ensure that regular meetings are held to agree variations and not left to the final account stage * Estimating as and when required * Ensure that tenders are accurate and delivered on time * Manage subcontractors accounts accurately and effectively to enhance contract performance * Identify the training and development needs of staff and provide the necessary support and action when required * Assist the Contracts Manager, as required, securing labour, materials and Sub-contractors to ensure that contracts are completed on time and within budget * Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the Company's Health and Safety Policy and Quality Manual * At all times to represent the company in the best possible way, be courteous and professional working to the highest ethical standards * Ad hoc duties assigned by your line manager in connection with operational requirements ensuring works are completed within required time frames. * To work closely with Project Manager to maintain accurate Budget reporting * To work pro-actively within site team and mentor/train junior members of Commercial staff. * Having worked on more than one project at any given time. Handled D and B projects. * Broad construction knowledge required across all trades/disciplines to ensure 'Value Engineering' is maximised to the companies benefit.
* Creating strong client base and generating for leads for new clients by using new and old contacts
What you should have:
You should be educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying
- Ideally 10 + years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management role within a Construction/Engineering business.
- Impressive levels of legal awareness and competence in assessing Contract Documents and contract requirements
- Ability to drive a team of surveyors towards the commercial project vision
- Ability to demonstrate building strong working relationships stakeholder management
What you should expect:
- Market leading salary, varied dependant on location
- The chance to further your career with involvement in the most exciting projects
- Outstanding levels of support from higher management and opportunities to progress within this booming business If you would like to apply or find out more, please contact.