Quantity surveyor

A Quantity Surveyor is required to join a leading national civil engineering contractor to oversee a high profile project in the North East. Key Responsibilities * Cost Management: Monitor and control project costs throughout its lifecycle. Conduct regular cost reviews, cost estimates, and budget updates. * Quantity Surveying: Prepare, review, and manage bills of quantities (BoQ) and other measurement documentation. Ensure accurate measurement and pricing of works. * Contract Management: Oversee the contract administration process, ensuring compliance with either NEC 4 (New Engineering Contract) or NEC 3. Handle contractual matters, claims, and variations effectively. * Tendering and Procurement: Lead the tendering and procurement process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and contract award recommendations. * Subcontractor Management: Collaborate with subcontractors, ensuring their performance aligns with project objectives. Manage payments and contract obligations. * Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor risk throughout the project #39;s life cycle. * Change Management: Process variations, change orders, and claims, keeping detailed records and ensuring compliance with the chosen NEC contract. * Quality Assurance: Maintain quality standards by reviewing construction materials, methodologies, and workmanship. * Progress Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely project reports, including cost forecasts, cash flow analysis, and project progress updates. * Client Relations: Maintain a positive working relationship with the client, providing regular updates and addressing their concerns and queries. Qualifications And Experience * A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. * Chartered status or working towards chartered membership (e.g., MRICS). * Proven experience in quantity surveying and cost management, specifically in public realm contracts. * Experience with NEC 4 contract management is preferred, but candidates with experience in NEC 3 will be considered. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. * Proficiency in industry-standard software for quantity surveying and cost management. Remuneration is negotiable dependent upon experience, up to GBP60,000 p.a including company vehicle or car allowance and attractive benefits package This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client