project quantity surveyor

Main Purpose:

The Project Quantity Surveyor is required to take the commercial lead on a project and be responsible for the day to day management of all commercial activities in the construction process. It is the responsibility of the Project Quantity Surveyor to ensure that in the first instance the project commercial team carries out the various commercial processes in conformity with company procedures as laid down from time to time.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Specifically, the position accepts responsibility for a project and in the first instance overseeing and delivery of the project commercial targets whilst ensuring that at all times the project commercial team employs best practice so that:

• The company Health and Safety policy is complied with and promoted;
• The project commercial team is properly supervised and supported.
• Project commercial tasks and targets including the maximisation of profit and budgetary control are delivered.
• In the first instance company procedures and protocols are complied with by the project commercial team.
• The procurement of Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Supply packages are as far as possible within pre-agreed budgetary constraints;
• Work package tender returns are properly analysed, and pre-start meetings attended and detailed Order placement recommendations are submitted to the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor;
• Orders are placed with Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Suppliers in accordance with company procedures and contractual arrangements;
• Interim and final account applications from Sub-Contractors; Consultants and Suppliers are received and payments made in accordance with current legislation and company protocols;
• Subject to any approval requirements by the Senior and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor interim and final account applications for payment and retention release are submitted on behalf for the Company;
• Internal cost and value reconciliation reports are prepared for approval by the Senior and/or Managing Quantity Surveyor;
• Changes/variations are submitted and agreed with the Employer on a regular basis;
• Written instructions are received, or confirmation of verbal instructions issued;
• The Value Engineering process is properly managed.
• The Building Contract in the first instance is properly administered and the interests of the company in respect of extension of time and loss and/or expense entitlements protected and maintained;
• Sub-Contractor/Consultant/Supplier claims are in the first instance properly administered
• Subject to approval of the Managing and/or Senior Quantity Surveyor Sub-Contract; Consultant and Suppliers final accounts are properly administered in accordance with the commercial interests of the Company.
• Accurate and appropriate records are maintained;
• Take-offs, measurement, scheduling preparation of bills of quantities are properly carried out;
• Appropriate training and mentoring of the project commercial team takes place.
• Project level correspondence is instigated and responded to properly and in a professional manner.
• Appropriate attendance to project related meetings occurs
• Partial Possession notices are submitted where appropriate;
• Requests for Section and Practical Completion are submitted and records kept in support of application
• Attend design team meetings to ensure compliance with Contract and minimise unnecessary cost.
• Attend meetings reviewing matters such as Code for Sustainable Homes, BREEAM, planning to ensure Contract and cost is properly managed;
• In the absence of a Senior Quantity Surveyor carry out their role as adequately as possible and inform the Managing Surveyor and/or Head(s) of the Commercial Department of any duties you have difficulty with.

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Required*

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Chartered member of RICS

JCT Contracts

4 Projects- Basic level

Excel 2016 Intermediate

MDP1

Desirable

MSc in Quantity Surveying

Negotiation skills

Building Regulations (including Part B)

NHBC Standards

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Required*

Commercially astute with substantially proven experience within a commercial role in the Construction Industry.

Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract (NEC & JCT) and Standard Methods of Measurement.

Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint).

Our benefits:

• Generous Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• 3 Days special Leave you can use if your boiler breaks down, childminder cancelled or you have something important to do
• Day off on your Birthday
• Single Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered)
• Generous amount of holidays, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 30 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service)
• Sick leave fully paid, up to 20 days (dependant on Length of service)
• A good pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
• We pay your Professional membership fees that are relevant to your role
• Support with your professional growth and Learning
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering counselling and emotional support for you and your family, 24hours a day, 7 days a week

Please Contact a member of the Ardmore team for more information.