Joining an established project team, you'll play a key role in the commercial management of a complex, billion-pound nuclear construction project, overseeing cost control, subcontract management, valuations, compensation events and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.
Our client is seeking an experienced, contractor Quantity Surveyor who can quickly integrate into the team, take ownership of key commercial responsibilities and make an immediate impact on project delivery.
The Role
Based on site, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial management of construction activities throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires a hands-on approach and would suit someone comfortable working in a live project environment, managing subcontractor accounts, administering contractual processes and ensuring robust commercial controls are maintained.
You will work alongside project stakeholders, contractors and client representatives, providing commercial oversight and ensuring that project costs, risks and contractual obligations are effectively managed.
Key Responsibilities
Managing day-to-day commercial activities across multiple work packages.
Undertaking measurement and remeasurement of completed works.
Reviewing, assessing and certifying subcontractor applications for payment.
Managing subcontractor accounts from award through to final account settlement.
Assessing and administering compensation events, variations and change control procedures.
Monitoring project expenditure and maintaining accurate cost records.
Preparing cost reports, forecasts and commercial performance updates.
Supporting procurement activities and package management.
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and project procedures.
Supporting dispute avoidance and commercial issue resolution.
Working closely with project delivery teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved.
Maintaining strong relationships with key project stakeholders.
About You
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Extensive experience within a contractor or major projects environment.
Strong understanding of subcontract management, valuations, remeasurements and final accounts.
Experience administering compensation events, variations and change management processes.
Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge, including NEC forms of contract.
Previous experience working on major construction, infrastructure, industrial, energy or highly regulated projects.
Able to work autonomously and provide commercial leadership from the outset.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
MRICS qualification advantageous but not essential.
What's on Offer
Opportunity to work on a major, high-value capital programme.
Long-term project security and workload visibility.
Exposure to complex and technically challenging construction works.
The support and career development opportunities of a leading consultancy.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid flexibility where project requirements allow.
Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced project and commercial professionals
Salary description
£65000.00 - £75000.00 per year