Senior Quantity Surveyor

If you are an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge on a large scale, major infrastructure project and would like to help shape future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

• Degree qualified, A levels &HNC (construction related)
• Commercially astute. Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
• Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications(Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)
• Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others.
• Programming techniques, project controls, risk analysis, contract admin, procurement,cost, claims.

• We require a Senior Quantity Surveyor tobe based on a major infrastructure project in the North West Scottish Highlands. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a technically unique and long-term project. The rolewill be initially supporting the commercial lead in pre-contract activities andworks preparation before construction activities commence on site later thisyear. Site works have the potential to continue for the next 7+ years.
• It would be advantageous for applicants to have experience in tunnelling and/or civil engineering however this is not essential.
• Flexible working arrangements will be considered however this is a site based role therefore applicants should be willingto be based from site the majority of the time.

Role Requirements:

• To provide assistance, support and advice on all commercial issues within the Project(s).
• Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team.
• Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance.
• Development, motivation & performance management of junior staff
• Delegation of appropriate work to junior staff, whilst maintaining accountability
• Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required.
• Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract.
• Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation.
• Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules.
• Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.
• Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change.
• Ensure the correct site records are maintained.
• Have an up-to-date Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s).
• Preparation, negotiation and agreement of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc.
• Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required.
• Ensure appropriate Client Management is initiated and maintained.
• Drafting of complex subcontract arrangement including professional services & appropriate terms of engagement.
• Identification and advice upon of insurance related issues, including PI.
• Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans.
• Maintain / assist in the production of the margin improvement plan on the project.

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.

At STRABAG around 86,000 people working on progress at more than 2,400 locations worldwide. Uniqueness and individual strengths characterise both our projects and each of us as individuals. Whether its building construction, civil engineering, road construction, underground engineering, bridge building, tunnelling, construction material production, project development or building management – we are always one step ahead so that we can become the most innovative and sustainable construction technology company in Europe.

Diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities are integral to this, who we are as a company and how we work.

Together we work as partners to complete projects successfully and grow with new challenges. Together we achieve great things. Let’s progress!