Snr Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cardiff £50,000

37.5 hours a week

Hybrid



About the Company:

We are currently seeking a talented Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading consultancy firm based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive team, working on exciting projects across various sectors.



Working independently to undertake a range of pre- or post-contract quantity surveying activities in line with plans and proposals agreed by senior management. Recognised expertise in specific areas of work with a well-rounded knowledge of pre- and post-contract quantity surveying requirements.



Main Duties:



" Supporting and working collaboratively with the wider team, including supervision of trainees and assistant quantity surveyors who may be working closely with you.



" Understanding of cost data and other records, including taking actions to address source data errors, omissions, and inconsistencies.



" Attending client meetings and presenting findings, including obtaining feedback and making recommendations for continuous improvement.



" Undertaking and supervising measurement, the production of Bills of Quantities, and associated preamble notes in accordance with standard methods of measurement relevant to your sector, e.g., MMHW, CESMM, NRM, etc.



" Assisting senior team members with legal and contractual issues on projects.



" Codifying measured works items to prescribed cost and work breakdown structures and the like.



" Understanding obligations, checks on Bills of Quantities and associated documentation prepared by others.



" Production of tender documentation, supporting the tender process, including financial assessment and the preparation of Tender Reports to the client with appropriate supporting documentation.



" Preparation of estimates and cost reports, including the collation of supporting documentation.



" Working to and measuring performance against budgets and timescales as agreed from time to time with senior managers.



Skills and Experience:



" Degree educated (min 2.1 or equivalent), together with demonstrable relevant experience gained within a similar role.



" Preferably Member of RICS or similar recognised body.



" Experience of the commercial management and contract administration processes, particularly those related to cost management, payment, variations, change management, and final account settlement.



" Experience of alternative procurement and contract strategies relevant to sector and their relative strengths and weaknesses.



" Thorough understanding of the practical application of standard forms of contract relevant to sector.



" Analytical thinking with a proven track record of problem-solving to deliver successful outcomes in line with client objectives.



" Strong team-working skills - proactive team member and willing to support junior members of the team.



" Confident and innovative in your approach - able to be proactive and suggest and make recommendations for improvement.



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