Senior Quantity Surveyor
Job Description
Bouygues UK has a fantastic opportunity available for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on one of our upcoming long-term projects in Exeter. \n\nWe are looking to build a team so we are happy to receive applicants from more junior Quantity Surveyors too. \n\nJob Purpose and Scope:\n\nTo manage commercial aspects on a large-scale scheme in Exeter.\n\nLiaise and collaborate with construction and design teams in all aspects of contractual activities.\n\nTake ownership for maximising commercial results and to represent and meet client expectations to encourage repeat business. \n\nAccountabilities and key tasks:\n\nEnsure optimum commercial return for the project.\n\nAccurately prepare cost/value reconciliation reports.\n\nAgree interim valuations on schedule for commercial advantage.\n\nPrepare and finalise client accounts with senior management.\n\nFinalise subcontractor accounts to maximise margins.\n\nPrepare subcontract orders per company procedures, aligned with procurement schedules and contract programs.\n\nControl subcontractor accounts and minimise variation costs.\n\nManage subcontractor valuations and correspondence.\n\nPrepare turnover cash flow forecasts, updating and recording actuals as required.\n\nSubmit interim valuations and projected final accounts with each report.\n\nEvaluate and agree on interim valuations and stage payments.\n\nSupport in resolving delays and document relevant information.\n\nReport potential problems to the Line Manager and seek guidance.\n\nProvide feedback to the project team and estimating department.\n\nPossess knowledge of relevant contracts and assist in resolving disputes.\n\nRe-measure subcontractor values and arrange payments as per company procedures.\n\nAttend project meetings as directed.\n\nAbout You:\n\nEssential:\n\nPrevious experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor.\n\nStrong commercial awareness.\n\nDemonstrates strong attention to detail and produces accurate work.\n\nCommunicates information and ideas proactively and confidentially in a way which is received positively, both verbally and in writing. Shares knowledge with others.\n\nManages time effectively.\n\nDesirable:\n\nDegree or other technical qualification.\n\nRICS / CIOB qualification.\n\nHave experience on £50m+ Projects.\n\nHave experience on residential or student accommodation.\n\nHave experience working on building over 7 stories. \n\nWhy Bouygues UK\n\nDay in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, we look for people who demonstrate our key values – Teamwork, Trust, Simplicity & Pioneering Spirit.
We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including:\n\n· 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days\n· pension scheme\n· life insurance\n· private medical insurance\n· BY Extra – opt into lifestyle benefits\n· Volunteering opportunities \n\nBouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification!\n\nTogether with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award-winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors.\n\nBouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets.\n\nWith annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times. \n\nBe Yourself!\n\nHere at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led & communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.\n\nWe are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of , , , , , reassignment, or belief, marital status, or and maternity.\n\nWe value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details.
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