Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cost Management Team and to support the development of the LDA's extensive development pipeline, one of the most significant development pipelines in the history of the state.
Role Purpose
The role will involve working across multiple business functions including Strategic Planning & Master Planning, Property, Construction, Land Acquisition, Developer Collaboration, Asset Management and Investment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Preparing high level feasibilities and cost analysis to assist in key decisions around site acquisition.
2. Participation in project workshops throughout the design phases offering cost, value for money, procurement, contract and affordability advice and assist in ensuring the financial viability of the project.
3. Prepare cost analysis to identify the most cost-efficient unit types, unit layouts and building materials.
4. Liaising with project delivery teams ensuring construction budgets for upcoming developments are robust.
5. Investigation and research into innovative procurement strategies, innovative material / product selection, modern methods of construction, the supply chain and cost analysis.
6. Developing and maintaining a database of construction costs to assist the ongoing development and financial appraisals process.
7. Prepare high-level feasibilities and OMCs for early-stage viability analysis.
8. Work with LDA Development Managers and Construction Managers to develop budgets and track expenditure.
9. Assisting LDA Development Managers and Construction Managers as required in the management of projects on a day- to- day basis.
10. Interface and liaise closely with external consultants retained on LDA developments, building effective and collaborative working relationships.
11. Review and assess external QS reports and cost documents. Liaise closely with all LDA external cost management teams.
12. Involvement in contractor negotiations where appropriate.
13. Attend meetings and undertake site visits.
14. In collaboration with the LDA Asset Management Team establish, develop and maintain life cycle costing analyses and database pertaining to the asset management of LDA developments.
Person Specification
* Minimum of 8 years' experience as a PQS / Developers QS or similar environment with demonstrable relevant experience in a senior level role.
* Extensive experience with cost management and procurement of residential developments.
* Knowledge and/or experience of public procurement is an advantage.
* A self-starter, ability to take ownership and responsibility for the delivery of major projects and tasks.
* Ability to work within a team and to appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the LDA.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across both internal and external functional teams.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with clarity of delivery.
* Degree or Higher in Quantity Surveying.
* Chartered (SCSI / RICS).
* Excellent written and spoken communicator.
* Understanding/working knowledge of BIM.
* Microsoft Office Suite, with particular emphasis on strong MS Excel abilities.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills, presentation skills and a team player