Civils Quantity Surveyor

Groundworks/Civils Quantity Surveyor

Based at our Operations Office located in Aylesham near Canterbury, Kent the Quantity Surveyor will work as part of the Datum Groundworks Commercial management team to ensure complete financial control of projects located throughout the South East of England.

A qualified / experienced QS with at least 3-5 years industry experience spread over a mix of office and site duties.

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or other equivalent construction related subject.

Demonstrable commercial experience, preferably within the Civil Engineering / Groundworks sector.

Good understanding of JCT & NEC contracts. Good communication and negotiation skills.

With an already confirmed order book ahead of us, progression would be on the horizon for the right candidate.

Provide commercial support for Civil Engineering and Groundworks packages.

Understand contractual requirements of JCT and NEC forms of contract.

Liaise with client & client representatives & 3rd parties.

Attend site meetings as required.

Cost management for project / sector works.

Assist with material and subcontract procurement.

Production of cost forecasts.

Prepare interim applications for payment.

Process Subcontract assessments and payments.

Management and identification of Risk & Opportunities.

Assist with monthly CVR and subcontract liability forecasts.

Assist with estimating and tenders for new projects.

Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.