Senior Quantity Surveyor; Civils & Utilities

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Civils & Utilities) (Permanent)
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils & Utilities

* Expanding Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor

* To look after a portfolio of newly awarded projects and existing frameworks

* Opportunities for further development
SSA are currently recruiting for a leading Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor who require a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding Utilities division. This contractor works with a number of high-profile clients such as High Speed 2, Thames Water, UK Power Networks, and Cadent, supporting the delivery of various frameworks and standalone projects.
Duties will involve:

* Preparation and presentation of external/internal valuations.

* Compilation and agreement of variations and final accounts.

* Accurate and timely Cost Value Reports and such other reports as may from time-to-time be required.

* Supporting the Commercial Manager and Senior Contracts Manager in account forecasting and general costings.

* Negotiating the award of subcontracts within acceptable cost and risk parameters and thereafter the measurement and payment of the sub-contractor within the appropriate contractual/statutory timescales.

* Resolution of low-level contract disputes and assistance with more complex matters.

* Provision of accurate and constructive feedback to the estimating team.

* Assisting in the bid management process.
Essential:

* Degree qualified or equivalent

* Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering and/or utilities