Quantity Surveyor Job Description
This is a challenging role for a Quantity Surveyor to join one of the leading construction and civil engineering contractors in the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring costs, maximising revenue, minimising liabilities, and maintaining the required standard of financial recording on a variety of projects.
Main Responsibilities:
* Achieve the appropriate commercial result for projects through the provision of accurate financial reporting.
* Build and maintain working relationships with the supply chain and clients.
* Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually.
* Monitor project expenditure against budget.
* Provide analysis of cost over-run and cost projections.
* Explore opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.
* Liaise with clients on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
* Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable documentation and notifications to clients in accordance with the contract.
* Strive for continuous improvement within the commercial process and your area of responsibility.
Requirements:
* Prior pre and post contract experience in a construction QS role working on major projects.
* 5 years post qualification experience.
* Strong understanding of modern construction techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues.
* Strong understanding of construction contract conditions.
* Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent qualification.
* Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software.
About Farrans:
Farrans Construction is a leading building and civil engineering contractor with over 80 years' experience of delivering world-class projects across the UK and Ireland. Our people are at the core of everything we do. We believe there is power in being different and foster an inclusive and diverse workforce that welcomes people from all backgrounds.