Quantity Surveyor

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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.

VolkerStevin Energy is hiring a Quantity Surveyor for the Sizewell C project. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the team on a flagship UK project.

Position overview:
Reporting to the Commercial Lead, 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.

General:

Ensuring there is effective cost management of the project through regular and accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting.
Be 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)
Lead 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)
Monitor and maximise cash flow.
Monitor and chase Main Contract paymentSubcontract Management:

Ensure subcontractors are procured in accordance with the commercial policy
Ensure that sub-contractor's scope of works are clearly defined and that all appropriate information is contained within the sub-contract documentation.
Ensure that subcontracts are written so that they are inclusive of their responsibilities in terms of quality, programme, health, safety, environmental etc.
Ensure the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works
Review and collate records of subcontractors work and investigate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor
Ensure subcontracts are appraisals are carried out in a timely fashion and information is shared within the company.
Ensure 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 qualityCommercial:

Ensure that monthly valuations are produced on time
Ensure that the monthly commercial reports are produced on time
Commercial reports to be provided in detail with all back up produced in accordance with the business's Commercial policy.
Ensure subcontract payments are based on accurate valuation and are made on time
Identify and manage scope and risks on an ongoing basis
Be accountable for the commercial involvement and understanding of the programme at summary level.
Be accountable for the active commercial involvement in contractual programming issues.About you

Adequate experience as a Quantity Surveyor
You will have experience with NEC forms of contract
Experience within Major Civils/Infrastructure projects would be advantageous
You will have a relevant degree in a Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
You will hold an accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).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.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin 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.

By 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.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance
Flexible working opportunities
programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

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Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We 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

VolkerWessels 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
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Location:
Woodbridge
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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