Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor Healthcare Construction and Maintenance Works

Nicor Construction - Building Excellence Across Northern Ireland

About Nicor Construction

Nicor Construction is a leading construction and facilities management company specializing in public sector contracts across Northern Ireland. With an established track record in delivering response maintenance and minor works programmes, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, compliance, and exceptional service delivery to our healthcare partners.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team, focusing on Altnagelvin Hospital Works Contracts. This is a pivotal role managing the commercial aspects of a high-volume, fast-paced maintenance programme covering healthcare facilities in Altnagelvin Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for the commercial management of works orders, supporting our network of 150+ field operatives and subcontractors delivering essential maintenance services to critical healthcare infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Commercial Management

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for maintenance and works projects up to £1,000,000
• Manage interim valuations, final accounts, and variations in accordance with contract requirements
• Monitor and control project costs to ensure profitability whilst maintaining service quality
• Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment and manage cash flow projections

Contract Administration

• Administer JCT Minor Works, NEC, and bespoke maintenance contracts
• Ensure compliance with public sector procurement regulations
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including assessment of applications and agreement of final accounts
• Prepare and negotiate contract variations and compensation events

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise directly with Health Trust Estates teams, project managers, and clinical departments
• Attend progress meetings and provide commercial reports to both client and internal management
• Build strong relationships with supply chain partners to ensure value for money
• Support business development activities including tender pricing and bid submissions

Systems and Compliance

• Utilize our works order management system to track costs against individual work orders
• Ensure all works comply with healthcare-specific regulations including HTM standards
• Maintain comprehensive audit trails for all commercial decisions
• Contribute to monthly reporting including KPIs, profit margins, and contract performance metrics

Qualifications Essential Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent professional qualification
• RICS membership (or working towards) highly desirable
• Minimum 3 years post‑qualification experience in a quantity surveying role

Experience

• Proven track record in maintenance and minor works contracts, ideally within healthcare or public sector
• Experience managing high‑volume works orders alongside planned minor works projects
• Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates pricing and measured term contracts
• Familiarity with NHS/HSC procurement processes and standing financial instructions

Technical Skills

• Proficient in cost management software and Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with CAFM/works order management systems advantageous
• Understanding of building pathology and maintenance terminology
• Knowledge of current building regulations and healthcare technical memoranda

Personal Attributes

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with acute attention to detail
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Western Trust sites

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: dependent on experience
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development support including CPD
• Opportunity to work on critical healthcare infrastructure
• Clear progression pathway within a growing organization

Keywords

Quantity Surveying Final Accounting Valuations Contract Administration NEC BOQ

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Construction

Londonderry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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