Quantity Surveyor

Brunel has an exciting opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor supporting our client who a large global mining company. This contractor role will be in Arizona on a rotational basis, accommodations and travel provided.

Accurately measure and assess the quantities of materials, labor, and equipment required for mining activities, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost management.

Essential Functions:

• Measurement and Estimation:
  Conduct accurate and detailed quantity surveys including excavation, drilling, blasting, hauling and infrastructure development.
• Control:
  Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to estimate costs, develop budgets, and monitor expenses throughout the project lifecycle. Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend appropriate strategies.
• Allocation:
  Assess the quantity and quality of materials, equipment, and labor required. Ensure efficient resource allocation and utilization to meet project objectives while minimizing wastage.
• Monitoring:
  Track and document progress, including quantity of work completed and actual costs incurred. Prepare progress reports and provide timely updates to project stakeholders.
• and Claims Management:
  Analyze variations and claims related to quantities, costs, and scope changes. Assess their impact on project timelines and costs and provide recommendations for resolution.
• and Reporting:
  Maintain accurate records and documentation related to quantity surveys, cost estimates, and project progress. Prepare comprehensive reports, including quantity takeoffs, cost breakdowns, and cost forecasts.
• and Communication:
  Collaborate closely with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication, resolve issues, and facilitate smooth project execution.
• and Safety:
  Adhere to all relevant regulations, standards, and safety guidelines. Identify potential risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

Job Scope Information:

• Nature of Work
  - Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group or functional area.
• Level of Interaction
  - Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and has some interaction with external colleagues.
• Autonomy/Decision making
  - Has moderate supervision and some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact a department or individual work group.
• Budgetary responsibility – Has no budget responsibility
• Managerial responsibility
  - Manages a function or specific program(s) or project(s) but no people.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field. A relevant professional certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction and/or industry, with a strong focus on field operations.
• to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make accurate projections. Strong problem-solving skills to address cost-related challenges.
• verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• organizational skills to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in quantity assessments and cost calculations.
• to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.
• in the use of personal computers in a business environment: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, is essential.

Here at Brunel, we offer extraordinary earning potential followed by a very competitive benefit package. We provide the tools for success; world-class training and advanced technology to ensure you succeed within Brunel.