Quantity Surveyor

We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor for work in Shetland. Highly Competitive Day Rate. 10 days on 4 days off. Key Responsibilities: Reporting • Ensure robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit level • Ensure accurate cash flow reporting takes place • Carry out cost management including forecasting • Help ensure that internal commercial processes are adhered to across the business unit • Actively seek to improve processes and procedures External relationships • Ensure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions • Build and maintain good client relationships • Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting • Prepare applications for payment • Liaise with the client, client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments • Work with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery and ensure that both are kept in line with the target • Share best practices with others and be proactive in advising site teams on costs and management of them Key measures & targets: • Accurate monthly forecasting • Ability to challenge resources and costs • Maintain deadlines in line with the monthly commercial calendar Person Specification: The successful candidate is likely to meet the following criteria: Essential • Previous experience in the construction industry • HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying • Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law • Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis • Have knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis • Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office • Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines • Ability to work effectively in a team and delegate, but also able to work on own initiative