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Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in your commercial career? We’re seeking a proactive and driven Consultant Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team and play a key role in delivering a major, high-value Electrical and Civils Framework.

Responsibilities

  • Framework Management: Direct involvement in managing a large Connection Framework.

  • Internal Commercial Processes: Focus on optimising the commercial management of high-volume schemes to maximise value.

  • Revenue Development: Identify and develop new revenue streams through post-contract management, including design and construction methodology changes.

  • Team Support: Assist fellow QS with team management and oversee daily SSEN Commercial activities, covering pre- and post-contract work and internal cost management of labour, plant, and materials.

  • Contract Management: Maintain strong contractual discipline in estimating, cost analysis, and change control management.

  • Financial Impact: Demonstrate strong commercial and financial understanding, evaluating how various elements of utility schemes impact profitability.

    Skills Required

  • Industry Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of the utilities industry, including commercial practices.

  • Contract Management: Proficient knowledge of NEC contracts and experience in managing and administering term Framework Agreements.

  • Cross-functional Engagement: Willingness to collaborate with other departments such as Finance, Estimating, Operations and Technical to complete tasks efficiently.

  • Reporting and Documentation: Ability to produce monthly reports, including Applications for Payment, Invoices, and necessary notifications.

  • Supply Chain Management: Experience in procurement, post-contract administration, and supply chain management.

  • Team Management: Experience in managing teams or individuals, with the ability to lead the commercial and administration team.

  • Forecasting and Cash Flow: Ability to produce forecasts, cash flows, and manage debt accounts.

  • Revenue Administration: Experience in administering debt accounts, ensuring revenue is secured by liaising with debtors.

  • Technical Proficiency: Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and programs.

  • Site Visits: Attend site meetings and visits as necessary to produce quotations and assist with management.

  • Communication and Organisation: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

  • Initiative: A proactive, results-driven individual with the ability to innovate and lead change effectively.

  • Attention to Detail: Demonstrates exceptional accuracy and strong time management skills.

  • Software Proficiency: Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and experience using software packages for commercial documentation and reporting.

    Educational Requirements

  • A qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field in Utilities, Civils, or Construction is preferred.

  • Motivated to continue professional development and work towards chartered status.

  • Full UK driving licence.

    Additional Information

  • Employees must consider Quality, Health, Safety, Information Security, and Environmental outcomes in all actions, fostering relationships for idea exchange, following ISO Systems, Policies and Procedures, and reporting incidents. Priory must be given to health, safety, collaboration with managers, safeguarding of assets, and the responsible use of equipment provided.

  • Working at all times in accordance with company policies, procedures, and processes

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