Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector. The quantity surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement.

You will be working on a prestigious HS2 rail project We will fully support your personal growth and development enabling you access to full RICS training courses, a path to chartership or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.

Role Responsibilities:

• NEC3 Contract management and administration upstream and downstream
• Establish and manage entitlement, with focus on maximising entitlement under the contract
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Liaison and negotiation with the Client’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Contribute to project financial monitoring and reporting
• Administration of subcontractor and supplier contracts including EWNs, change, payments, forecasts and through to final account
• The quantity surveyor will lead the review and valuation of subcontractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works including CVRs and cost control
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

Qualifications

Qualifications and must-haves for candidates

• Site presence and co-location minimum 3 days a week
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Commitment to developing self and others
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• MEP Experience
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts
• Experienced in controlling costs for self delivery works
• Exposure to negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money.
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Good communication skills

You must have right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

At EGIS, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.