Senior QS

JOB TITLE: Senior Quantity Surveyor
REPORTS TO: Commercial Manager/Project Managers
SALARY: £70,000 + £3,000 car allowance + bonus
LOCATION: Cockermouth
FULL-TIME, PERMANENT

Job Summary:
A large specialist in fire protection installation are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their site team on a long running Nuclear project. The ideal candidate will have experience in NEC 3/4 contracts, plus the use of CEMAR for contractual communications. You will help support the Commercial Manager and wider contracts team in managing the costs and financial aspects of this single project, ensuring its ongoing profitability and efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing accurate and detailed cost estimates for passive fire protection projects, including materials, labour, and other expenses, in accordance with project specifications and client requirements.
• Monitor project budgets, track costs, and identify potential cost-saving opportunities throughout the project lifecycle, this will be in close collaboration with the Operations team
• Conduct site visits to assess project requirements, evaluate progress, and identify any variations or discrepancies that may impact costs or timelines.
• Prepare and review tender documents, contracts, and procurement schedules, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to obtain competitive quotations, negotiate pricing, and manage procurement processes effectively.
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations, progress reports, and final accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in accordance with contractual agreements.
• Maintain comprehensive and live records of project costs, variations, and other financial documentation, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Support in resolving commercial disputes, claims, and contractual issues in a timely and professional manner
• Undertake any other duties or tasks as assigned by the Senior Management to support the successful delivery of projects and contribute to the overall success of the company.
• Ensure that contractual details are meticulously adhered to throughout the duration of each project. This involves closely monitoring project progress against contractual obligations and specifications using Contract management tools such as CEMAR.
• Actively contribute to the preparation and compilation of internal reports essential for project management and decision-making processes.

Essential skills/experience
Skills and Abilities

• Must possess a strong work ethic.
• Have a proven ability to manage both people and assets.
• Extensive construction experience and experience in the passive fire protection industry.
• Forward thinking, progressive, dynamic leader who has excellent interpersonal and management skills.
• Ability to read and understand construction specifications and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of standard estimating practices.
• Excellent oral and written business communication skills.
• Comfortable and convincing in public presentations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain flexibility and a positive attitude at all times.
• Ability to get along with different personalities and be a fully contributing team player.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Previous experience working in a similar role within the construction industry, preferably with a focus on passive fire protection or related disciplines would be advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and quantity surveying principles. Ideally will have had exposure to NEC Contracts.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard software such as Excel and other quantity surveying tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Experience working on projects within the Nuclear sector.

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