MPI is looking for a Permanent Quantity Surveyor, for our client based in Bedford.

Contract: Permanent

Salary: to be discussed

Car allowance - regular site visits required.

A comprehensive benefits package including Pension, 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell additional days per year, Paycare scheme, sick pay.

Flexible working

Opportunities to grow your skills and shape your career towards technical expertise, developing the market or management.

Multi-cultural team of highly motivated individuals

Duties

* Working as part of the projects team, your main responsibilities will be working with the Commercial Manager and Project Managers in managing project costs and value.

* To assist with the delivery of successful projects in terms of:

* Recording of site works for monthly applications (including assessing and agreeing applications from key subcontractors)

* Cost recording and forecast updates.

* General contract management duties

* Procure and administer sub-contract packages with support from the Commercial/ Contracts Manager and Project Managers.

* Maintain project forecasts.

* Measurement records for sub-contract works.

* Update costs on a regular basis.

* Assist Project Managers with cost and value reporting.

* Work with and assist the project team with managing the requirements of the contract, notifications etc.

* Assist Commercial Manager and Finance Manager with cashflow management and reporting.

* Monitor project performance against budget and assist Project Managers and Commercial Manager with reporting variances.

* Communicate commercial learnings throughout the business to improve performance and reduce duplication of errors.

Qualifications & Experience Required / Desired

* Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

* Relevant CSCS qualification

* Full driving licence

* 2 to 5 years' experience in a Contractor's organisation. Experience in a MEICA contracting organisation desirable but not essential.

* Knowledge of NEC 3 & 4 contract conditions

* Excellent negotiation skills

* Ability to work independently as well as in a team

* Ability to prioritise and able to work under pressure

* Excellent interpersonal skills to work with team members, clients and suppliers.

* Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to work