Senior Quantity Surveyor

Barnton, Cheshire
Pinnacle Recruitment

Pinnacle Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK!

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with water experience who has strong technical expertise, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills.

Salary – 65,000 – 75,000 + pkg

Duties

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects based on architectural drawings, specifications, and other relevant information.
• Develop detailed project budgets, including materials, labour, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Monitor project costs throughout the process and identify areas where costs can be optimised.
• Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to facilitate efficient procurement processes.
• Monitor contract performance and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the construction phase.
• Implement cost control measures to ensure that projects are delivered within budgetary constraints.
• Track project expenditure and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for project stakeholders.
• Analyze cost variances and identify potential risks or opportunities that may impact project profitability.
• Measure and quantify construction work using appropriate measurement methods.
• Prepare accurate valuations of completed work for interim and final payments to contractors and subcontractors.
• Identify and assess risks associated with projects, including cost overruns, delays, and contractual disputes.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on project outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field.
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with water/ wastewater experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost management principles.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.