Senior Quantity Surveyor / England

The successful candidate will be based on site managing the commercial function on a £12m high end residential refurbishment.
 
The position will involve commercial management including managing all procurement, valuation, contractual and commercial issues and formulating strategies for control of the project and enhancement of final margins.
 
Ensuring effective management of main contract and subcontract accounts through to final account including ensuring proper procedures are in place for preparing interim valuations, identifying and valuing variations, dealing with contractual matters, extension of time claims and any disputes that may arise.
 
Managing production of internal management reports including cost value reconciliations, profit plans and cash flow projections at regular intervals.
 
Liaison with the Client’s representatives on all matters relating to the contracts and the procurement and valuation of  work and ensuring that relationships with those external consultants are maintained and enhanced throughout the life of the projects.
 
The Person:
 
The ideal candidate will hold a degree in quantity surveying preferably with experience of successfully managing the commercial aspects of construction projects with a main contractor of £10m+.
 
Could have experience in Managing QS/Commercial Manager role, or could be an ambitious Project QS ready to take the step to a senior position.
 
Must have a proven track record of completing jobs successfully including satisfying Clients needs and producing margins above expectations.
 
Must be ambitious, self-motivated and hardworking and keen to work with existing senior management team to produce results that exceed expectations.
 
A thorough knowledge of two stage/management contracts would be a real benefit and the candidate will be expected to demonstrate an ability to manage the procurement processes on several projects effectively. This will involve maximising the commercial position whilst also ensuring that the Client’s expectations in terms of programme, budget and quality are met.

A good understanding of contract law and a working knowledge of JCT 2005 main contract and associated subcontracts will be essential. 
 
An ability to form effective working relationships with staff and with external consultants, subcontractors and suppliers will be essential.

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