Dragados UK & Ireland
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London, Greater London
Quantity Surveyor - Superstructure
Overview
Job Description
Job Summary The Superstructure Quantity Surveyor manages the cost and contract management aspects of work packages within the project from initiation to close-out. Key Responsibilities * Administer contractual terms and conditions for suppliers and sub- contractors * Administer incentivisation arrangements as appropriate * Support the assessment of EWN's and compensation events * Provide regular cash flow forecast of expenditure for package * Report expenditure against the package budget on a monthly basis * Support the change management process in conjunction with other functions * Input to the monthly consolidated project-wide cost / expenditure report * Assess potential contractor and supplier claims and make recommendations for settlement. * Finalise contractor's accounts and close out contracts for the project. * Raising consultant, supplier or contractor instructions as necessary for signature by approved parties. * Report on the expenditure of financial contingency built into the relevant packages. * Provide schedules of rates and commercial input to tender documentation * Undertake cost analysis of bid returns * Assist the package project manager in resolving all financial commercial issues arising in the tender return * Support the negotiation of two stage fixed price for relevant tenders * Receive and review monthly valuations from contractors and prepare recommendation for signature by the project manager and designer * Review all instructions issued by the project manager for cost implications * Support the change control process and assist in identifying the cost implications of any proposed changes * Support the project manager in the resolution of any claims and disputes as may arise with the contractor Values and Cultural Fit Identify two values you will assess as part of the interview (please tick): Safety first - no compromise Client focus - deliver on our promise Create opportunity - for our people to excel Integrity - always do the right thing Person Specification Technical Competencies required The key technical competencies required to perform the role well are outlined below. Essential Desired * Good knowledge of all aspects of commercial management * Experience Managing superstructure subcontracts in similar projects * Familiarity with various forms of NEC contract * Good IT skills especially excel and commercial software * Behavioural Competencies required The key behavioural competencies required to perform the role well are outlined below. Essential Desired * Good team player * Strong focus on detail * Able to hold their own and negotiate * Good interpersonal skills Qualifications, Certifications and Experience required Essential Desired * Minimum 5 years experience of commercial management * Past experience of construction projects * A good degree in Quantity Surveying or similar * Charter RICS or similar