The Company

A Construction & Civil Engineering company which has been operating for over 20 years. They operate across the UK. Due to the company's latest win on a highways contract, they are looking to bring in quality personal.

The Project

As an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be working across various highways schemes, travelling to sites in Milton Keynes & Guildford.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar fieldIt is also essential that you hold the experience below;

History of delivering highways & bridge projects
Extensive background, 5 years minimum with a proven track record of success on civils projects with a proven major main contractor or subcontractorAdditional skills;

IT skills
Effective time management
Superb negotiation capabilities
Analytical and Mathematical skills
Excellent sales and presentation skills
Ability to multitask and prioritise projects
Strong communication and attention to details
Understanding of construction laws and regulations
The ability to accurately estimate the costs associated with the project
A solid understanding of construction materials, methods, and techniques

The Role

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job Type: Freelance (1 - 2 years work)
Project: Highways schemes
Location: Northampton
Reporting to: Commercial Director

Duties

Procurement
Evaluation of tender allowances
Creating material reconciliations
Reporting to Commercial Director
Carefully overseeing site operations
Supervising and monitoring measures
Management and optimisation of cash flow
Drafting and submitting material delivery sheets
Working with a Junior QS and helping to develop them
Maintain sustainable and productive relationships with existing clients
Develop accurate and consistent bids with the help of relevant departments
Collaborate closely with subcontractors to verify precise costs and payments
Participate in the recording of delays & preparation of any request for extensions of time
Preparation and administration of procurement advice, tenders, tender reviews and advice
Generate/maintain relevant records, accurate filing and support for all commercial functions
Ensure deadlines are actively managed and progress is reported to supervisors as required
Offer tender analysis to relevant stakeholders for approval of proposed subcontractors before initiating ordersThis is a Contract position with a competitive Rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact Alex Hartley (phone number removed) or the Civils Team on (phone number removed)