Senior Quantity Surveyor

The Company

A market leading construction contractor that specialises in the delivery of bespoke offices, education, healthcare and retail frameworks across the UK.

The Project

As a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have an important role within the senior commercial team based from the regional office in West Yorkshire. You will manage commercial aspects of a £20m defence project, ensuring it remains within budget whilst meeting all necessary specifications and standards.

Requirements

It is essential that you hold the experience below;

* Demonstrated experience working on new build / refurbishment of defence projects
* Proven experience working on / strong understanding of NEC contracts
* Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working in a similar position for a market leading construction contractor or subcontractor

Additional skills;

* IT skills
* Effective time management
* Superb negotiation capabilities
* Analytical and Mathematical skills
* Excellent sales and presentation skills
* Proficient in the relevant software tools
* Ability to multitask and prioritise projects
* Strong communication and attention to details
* A strong understanding of construction laws and regulations
* The ability to accurately estimate the costs associated with the project
* A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques

The Role

* Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
* Job Type: Long-term freelance
* Project: £20m - New Build Defence Project
* Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
* Duration: 6 months
* Reporting to: Managing Surveyor

Duties

* Procurement operations
* Review of tender cost provisions
* Reporting regularly to Managing Surveyor
* Compiling material usage and reconciliation reports
* Evaluate and compare bids from contractors and suppliers
* Assess the cost-effectiveness of alternative design solutions
* Mentor and guide junior quantity surveyors and other team members
* Apply efficient and dependable cost control techniques and strategies
* Oversee cash flow and provide regular financial updates to stakeholders
* Set up systems for cost reporting to efficiently track and control project expenses
* Direct negotiation efforts and mediate disagreements toward collaborative outcomes
* Enforce compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices
* Conduct detailed cost analyses and thorough feasibility studies for proposed projects
* Attend project meetings, offering expert guidance and insights on cost-related matters
* Manage and oversee project expenditures, ensuring they align with budgetary constraints
* Maintain up to date, pr