Quantity Surveyor

About The Company A leading regional construction contractor who work within the civil engineering and utilities sectors are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team, working from offices close to Wigan. This business have decades of successful trading behind them, and in recent years have enjoyed an exciting period of growth. This business are a market leading presence when it comes to delivering upgrades and refurbishment of essential energy infrastructure, as part of the UK's drive towards Net Zero. It's estimated aprox £100 Billion will need to be spent in future proofing the UK's energy infrastructure and this contractor are playing an exciting role in this buoyant market. About the Role As Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Manager; helping to drive efficiencies; managing costs and regional performance for our clients. This role will see you take control of all financial aspects of projects within a framework agreement; overseeing all commercial & contractual matters. You will deliver desired margin return utilising high standards of commercial acumen. Whilst identifying, recording and tracking, both risks and opportunities. Key Responsibilities; · Manage and monitor project costs including weekly P&L reporting · Review contract documents and advise on any issues · Track the progress and cash flow forecast information · Produce and review commercial forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliation (CVRs) and Project Finance Reports · Take responsibility for Subcontract Management; including Subcontract Forecasting, raising Subcontractor Orders and Negotiating Subcontract terms · Prepare subcontract documents, enquiries and assessment of quotations · Place subcontract orders, agreement and certification of subcontract valuations, invoice, subcontract payments and final account agreements · Be responsible for the management of the change control process, risk and value management · Manage and track project changes, variations and/or notices · Assess and value variations and compensation events · Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications to clients, along with the agreement of final accounts · Attend risk review, progress and commercial meetings on-site with the Client · Be actively involved with tenders and pricing · Support the operational team in daily commercial and contractual aspects What's Required You are already operating at either Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor level. You have previously worked in civil engineering, rail, highways or utilities sectors. NEC or FIDIC contractual knowledge is essential for this role. Ideally you are Degree qualified. Excellent communication skills and a high attention to detail. What's in it for You Basic salary is negotiable up to £70k dependant on level of experience. Plus company car/car allowance. Company pension and full company benefits package are available upon request