Quantity surveyor

About the company: My client is a multi-disciplined Tier 1 Main Contractor who holds an excellent reputation within Civil Engineering and Construction. They are well-established, having been trading for over 70 years and their national presence has allowed them to open up and maintain 4 national offices in the South East, Midlands, North East and South West. My client works across various sectors including transport and infrastructure, commercial, education and residential and they are turning over in excess of GBP320M. About the opportunity: Due to increased workload, my client is recruiting permanently for a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Director in the successful commercial and financial management of projects and tenders within the rail environment. As a Quantity Surveyor, you will assist in managing costs with an end goal of maximising the project margin and ensure delivery of payment whilst developing future client relationships. Key responsibilities will include assisting in the day to day tasks to provide further commercial support to both project delivery and estimating teams within the company which can be broken down into the following; Assisting in the prompt presentation for all applications for payment and final accounts, including all contractual entitlements / assisting in ensuring that all payments are received in accordance with the contract terms, as well as assisting in the preparation and presentation of monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVR) and final cost/value forecasts. This opportunity will also encompass procurement, negotiation and the placing of sub-contract orders; which inevitably leads to assisting in the financial and commercial management of sub-contracts through settlement of Final Accounts. All tasks need a high level of detail and pride in presentation, especially when drafting contractual letters/notices to ensure they are presented in accordance with the contract requirements. About the benefits and rewards: For this opportunity, we are targeting professionals looking to earn anywhere between GBP50,000 - GBP60,000 per annum, however specific remuneration will depend on experience and suitability. In addition to this, a competitive benefits package will be offered, you rsquo;ll will be working for a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor who invest highly in their employees and hybrid working is provided. About the requirements: In order to be considered for this opportunity, you will need to be degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar. Additionally, you must have a minimum of 4 years post graduate experience and this must have been gained whilst working for a civil engineering contractor in the UK. Previous experience of working on rail projects is essential and whilst hybrid working is available, you must live within commutable distance from St Albans as there will be a need to attend the office at points during the week. How to apply: If interested in this opportunity, please send a copy of your CV to me or call the main office landline on (phone number removed) to discuss further on a confidential basis