Senior Quantity Surveyor

We are looking to strengthen our Commercial team with a Senior Quantity Surveyor based in the United Utilities region, with some hybrid working available.

You will report directly to the Commercial Manager and you will be expected to manage all relevant commercial activities within the project environment. Involved in all elements of the project, supporting the wider project team and junior members of staff.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Quantity surveying duties in respect of managing projects and work packages
• Liaise with design, construction and supply chain teams to capture, analyse and control cost
• Collaborative work with the client to ensure business requirements are met
• Manage the main contract ensuring contractual notices and correspondence are identified and raised as necessary
• Preparation and issue of subcontract documentation
• Assist in the management and performance of subcontractors
• Manage the preparation and agreement of applications for payment
• The preparation of project cost & value reports, budgets and forecasts.
• Assist in the management and development of junior commercial staff
• Ensure your own continuous professional development by participating in external networking/conferences/associations/groups, to stay current on industry changes and innovations.
• Maintain a positive and solution oriented approach to work, providing open and honest feedback.
• Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role
• In all internal and external contact, present a professional and positive image of the department and MWH Treatment as well as maintaining mutually constructive, positive and beneficial relationships.
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality

Essential Degree or equivalent

Working towards or have chartered membership of a recognised institution

Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors

NEC3 Experience Desirable Experience  of managing and developing an individual or small team