Senior Quantity Surveyor

This role provides a unique opportunity on the project - the SQS will be responsible for taking a leading role in administering £75m of packages at our Euston based office, managing both upstream and downstream responsibilities. This role will be working under the direction of a Commercial Manager as part of the wider £275m route wide package of Critical Utility Works. The candidate will be able to demonstrate their ability to function as a member of an integrated team and solo responsibilities whilst developing skills mentoring direct reports. We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. Main Responsibilities Subcontract management Ongoing liaison with site team, subcontractors and Employers’ representatives Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation. Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget. Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates. Assisting with Risk and Value Management to optimise solution. Monitor and regularly review with the project team. Identifying, analysing and developing responses to commercial risks. Contract Management, including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications. Prepare supply chain enquiries, negotiate, administer and finalise / close out supply chain contracts. Ensure all notifications/documents are managed in accordance with the contract, and customer / company policy. Undertake record-keeping including but not limited to collating site records, the preparation of meeting packs, meeting invites and taking meeting minutes Provide contractual advice to the project / site team as and when appropriate. Maintaining awareness of the different construction contracts in current use Understand the Client and Joint Venture Partners' Environment and Sustainability Policies, Processes and statutory requirements as they affect the company's operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are implemented on the project. The Ideal Candidate Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen Excellent organisational and communication skills Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving Experience of setting up and/or operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution Experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information and prepare reports Experience of drafting contractual correspondence on behalf of the Project Manager and preparation of payment certificates and interim financial reports Experience of contributing to procurement and contract strategies Negotiating and team-working skills and the ability to motivate and lead Strong analytical skills Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge Confidence and ability to assert influence Hold an RICS/CICES accredited Degree (or equivalent) or enrolled on an accredited part-time post-graduate Degree. #J-18808-Ljbffr