Senior Quantity Surveyor Job Central London area,City Of London England UK,Construction

GVR Solutions are working with a successful and growing specialist glazed partitioning contractor, delivering high-end glass partitioning and specialist interior solutions across commercial projects throughout London.

As the business continues to grow, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for a portfolio of projects, working closely with clients, main contractors, project teams and the company's operational staff.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute QS looking to join a specialist contractor where they can have genuine ownership of projects and make a significant contribution to the continued growth of the business.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Quantity Surveyor:

Managing the commercial performance of multiple projects
Reviewing and managing contracts, specifications and commercial terms
Preparing and submitting valuations and applications for payment
Managing variations, change control and contractual notices
Pricing and negotiating variations with clients and main contractors
Monitoring project costs, budgets and forecasts
Managing procurement and subcontractor packages
Reviewing and agreeing subcontractor applications and payments
Preparing cost/value reports and commercial forecasts
Managing monthly commercial reporting
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
Maintaining accurate project cost records
Managing interim valuations and payment processes
Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts
Liaising with clients, main contractors, consultants and internal project teams
Supporting the Project Management and Operations teams with commercial advice
Assisting with tenders and pre-contract commercial activities where required
Ensuring contractual and commercial obligations are properly managed

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you must have/be:

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS or Commercial Manager
Experience with in glazed partitioning, glazing, interiors, fit-out or specialist construction
Strong understanding of construction contracts and commercial management
Experience managing variations and final accounts
Strong knowledge of valuations, applications for payment and cost reporting
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
The ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
Good IT skills, particularly Excel and relevant commercial software
The ability to build strong relationships with clients and project teams