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Job Description

Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group's business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.\n\nVolkerStevin are hiring! are you an ambitious Quantity surveyor looking for your next challenge?

This fantastic opportunity is to work for VolkerStevin on our Environment Agency framework. \n\nPosition overview: \n\nReporting to the Project Lead on site, the QS is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able to effectively manage an assistant surveyor to successfully deliver that project. On larger more intricate projects the QS may be required to carry out the same tasks for a section or sections of the works reporting to a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor.\n\nGENERAL:\n\nEnsuring there is effective cost management of the project through regular and accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting.\nLead and manage the procurement process to maximise profit and ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the company policy.

(including references taken, suitable levels of HSEQS etc)\nMonitor and maximise cash flow.\nSupport, advise, develop and train all members of the site team on commercial matters.\nBe aware of the contractual requirements of the project, advise the site team on key requirements and ensure that all notices and other matters are actioned accordingly to protect the business's contractual position (Main, Sub-Contracts and consultancy agreements)\nAct and ensure others are acting in the business's best commercial interests at all times.\nTo act professionally at all times and promote the company's best standards and practices\nMonitor and chase Main Contract payments \n\nSubcontract management:\n\nEnsure subcontractors are procured in accordance with the commercial policy\nEnsure that sub-contractor's scope of works are clearly defined and that all appropriate information is contained within the sub-contract documentation.\nEnsure that subcontracts are written so that they are inclusive of their responsibilities in terms of quality, programme, health, safety, environmental etc.\nEnsure the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works\nReview and collate records of subcontractors work and investigate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor\nEnsure all contractual notices are issued in accordance with the sub-contract and the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 (LDEDC).\nEnsure subcontracts are appraisals are carried out in a timely fashion and information is shared within the company.\nEnsure that subcontract payment made are done on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality\n\nCommercial:\n\nEnsure that the commercial team comply with the company commercial policy\nEnsure that monthly valuations are produced on time\nEnsure that the monthly commercial reports are produced on time\nCommercial reports to be provided in detail with all back up produced in accordance with the business's Commercial policy.\nEnsure subcontract payments are based on accurate valuation and are made on time\nMaximise revenue opportunities\nIdentify and manage scope and risks on an ongoing basis\nMinimise waste\nBe accountable for the commercial involvement and understanding of the programme at summary level.\nBe accountable for the active commercial involvement in contractual programming issues. \n\nAbout you\n\nEssential:\n\nAn accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES).Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering.\nAdequate experience as a QS.\nA degree in QS and relevant experience obtained.If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

You may be just the right candidate for us.\n\nWhy work with us?\n\nVolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.\n\nBy utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.\n\nWe offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.\n\nWe offer a range of benefits, including:\n\nCompetitive salary\nCompetitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday\nOption to buy additional annual leave\nPrivate medical care\nPension\nLife Assurance\nCycle to Work scheme\nShopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts\nTraining and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training\nFamily friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits\nEmployee Assistance programme\nMental health, physical health, and financial support\n24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, and respect\n\nWe believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. \n\nIf you need support with your application, please contact us at \n\nAdditional information\n\nNote for Recruitment Agencies:\n\nOur preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.\n\nWe kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs.

In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed \n\nVolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.\n\n#LI-DL1

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