Quantity Surveyor

Job Overview

We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to provide assistance to site staff on commercial issues within a number of our projects in the London area.

• Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required.
• Preparation of valuations/applications for payment with supporting documentation in accordance with the contract.
• Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation.
• Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules.
• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.
• Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change.
• Utilise the costing system.
• Assist in cost control/cost mitigation.
• Use the cost allocation/coding which satisfies both internal and external requirements.
• Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as
• Adhere to group procedures.
• Positive engagement with Client equivalent position.
• Assist in the preparation of project final accounts.
• Drafting of subcontracts including professional services.
• Identification of insurance claims and understanding policy coverage.
• Cash Management including WIP control and cash flow production.
• CVR Forecast and Report.
• Update risk and opportunity register.
• Update accruals list.
• Submit payment applications.
• Carry out a safety inspection with the site agent once a month.

• CSCS Card (White/Gold card)
• Full Driving Licence.
• Commercially astute with knowledge of standard forms of contract and standard methods of measurement.
• Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/Powerpoint).
• Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others.
• Experience with in a construction/engineering industry and commercial background.