Senior Quantity Surveyor
oxfordshire, england, United Kingdom
Senior Quantity Surveyor
£75,000 - £85,000 + Package
Role overview:
I have been retained by a Tier 1 Main Contractor/Developer in the Oxford region, they are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a Main Contracting background to join their team. You will be responsible for cash management, by minimising cost and maximising value through proactive analysis and facilitation of works packages and the building process to maximise the profitability of the business. Contain, control, and accurately report past costs and future financial projections.
Success Measures:
Participate in CDM compliance through the design period
Issues accurate minutes on time, ensuring actions are cleared in accordance with agreed timescales
Sub-contract orders are placed on time, in accordance with the agreed procurement schedule
CVCs are produced accurately and to good standard
Management of Sub-contract payments adhering to contractual obligations
Production & execution of sub-contract orders are on time
Procurement schedules are updated efficiently to enable accurate monthly reporting
Early involvement in the detail of the design to influence and ensure adherence to building controls
Changes are tracked on drawings and feedback issued identifying cost implications prior to the work commencing
Collateral warranty execution in a timely manner
Accurate subcontract account remeasurement in a timely manner
The procurement of subcontractor orders includes approved Standard Details & Materials
Adherence to contractual obligations to protect the business against risk of claim
Timely agreement of Final accounts through effective management of all associated processes, reporting and procedures
Accurate internal and external forecasting including materials, prelims
Skills, Experience and Attributes:
Educated to a suitable level relevant to role – an appropriate Quantity Surveying qualification, Construction degree or relevant degree/higher education course (HND/HNC Building Studies)
Membership of MCIOB or RICS
Demonstrable experience in Contract/Quantity Surveying, construction budgets and all areas of construction techniques and mixed-tenure schemes.
Experience of joint venture schemes
Strong Commercial background with experience working with a contractor or residential developer.
In-depth knowledge and appreciation of UK building regulations and health and safety requirements within construction.
Have a strong competency of remeasurement for Piling, Groundworks, RC Frame & Brickwork.
Excellent numerical and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Have a knowledge and understanding of compliance with H & S legislation, policies, safety plans, risk assessments and method statements.
Pro-actively provide feedback to the supply chain.
Experience in Value Engineering
Demonstrate an understanding of the build of the project they are working on.
Having a full understanding of the financial & contractual structure of your particular project.
Experience of Demolition, Civils, RC Frame, Basement Works and Metsec works
People management skills and the ability to lead a team