Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client, a leader in the water sector, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This permanent role involves working on a significant strategic infrastructure upgrade programme for Northumbrian Water, part of the AMP8 investment cycle. The successful applicant will manage all assigned commercial activities within the project environment, minimising costs and enhancing value for money.

Key Responsibilities:

Efficiently manage and issue accurate, timely, and compliant notices and correspondence
Identify contractual and commercial risks and opportunities
Prepare and agree on applications for payment or assess and prepare payment certificates
Maintain registers of variations, delays, extension times, and claims
Implement the company's commercial policies and procedures
Assist with the preparation of monthly progress valuations and claims
Interface with the customer's commercial and project teams
Produce pre-contract tender negotiations and reports when necessary
Generate monthly cost reports, forecasts, and Contract Leader Reports
Advise on risk management and value management
Prepare supply chain enquiries and manage supply chain contracts
Plan and implement change management and cost control
Liaise with site team, supply chain, and customer's representatives
Advise the project/site team on contractual matters
Ensure awareness of current construction contracts
Understand implications of health, safety, and environmental regulations

Job Requirements:

Significant commercial experience in the construction industry
Financial and commercial acumen
Practical approach and logical thought process
Experience in office management systems, document control, and distribution
Experience in minute taking at contractual meetings
Effective drafting of contractual correspondence
Strong negotiating and team-working skills
Analytical skills
Knowledge of legal, contractual, and construction matters
Confidence and influencing ability
Experience in the water sector
RICS/CICES accredited degree

Benefits:

Opportunity to work on high-value, long-term projects
Professional development and training opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Employee benefits package

If you are a skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience in the construction industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team, contributing to crucial infrastructure projects