Our client, a leading provider of highway maintenance and improvement services, is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join its permanent Highways maintenance team. The role will support planned and reactive maintenance programmes, highway improvement schemes and effective commercial project delivery across a varied portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage commercial and administrative functions in line with contract terms, maximising and protecting the commercial position
- Liaise with the Client regarding commercial matters, audit enquiries and contractual issues
- Monitor and actively manage Work in Progress to maintain acceptable levels
- Manage subcontractors, including the preparation and issuing of payment and other contractual notices
- Organise and lead monthly Cost Value Reconciliation meetings with Commercial and Operational teams
- Manage change control, including Compensation Events, Early Warnings and Star Rates
- Provide contractual, commercial and measurement advice to Operations and Commercial teams
- Support the Commercial Manager with monthly applications for payment, team development and other commercial duties
Job Requirements:
- Strong commercial experience within the construction industry in a Managing or Senior Quantity Surveyor position
- Experience in quantity surveying within highway maintenance or related infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts and its commercial administration requirements
- Degree or HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or a relevant subject is desirable
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience using Causeway Project Accounting, Confirm and Oracle would be advantageous
Benefits:
- Matched or contributory pension scheme and life assurance
- Company car and fuel card, with electric and hybrid vehicle options
- Access to an electric and hybrid vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
If you are an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in highway maintenance, commercial management and NEC contracts, apply now to join our client's innovative Highways team.
