The Nexum Group are looking for an experienced QS for our client in Buckinghamshire.
This client is rapidly establishing itself as a market leader in the Building Services sector. Specialising in Ductwork, Airside, and Insulation services, they provide critical solutions to the Construction Industry, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Headquartered in Buckinghamshire, their facility is home to dedicated Estimating, Design, Manufacturing, Operational, and Leadership teams. This centralised approach allows them to manage every project seamlessly, from initial client conception through to successful completion, ensuring that all objectives are met with precision and professionalism.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pre-Contract
- Prepare Tender Risk Analysis based on standard formats.
- Prepare contract documentation.
- Prepare Project Execution Plans, Procurement Strategies and communicate set-up of Projects.
Contract Management
Evaluate the terms and conditions of sub-contractors / contracts with particular emphasis on Risk, Program, Terms & Conditions, Design Responsibility, etc.Understand the contractual requirements of project documents including the roles and responsibilities of all involved and the contractual notices required.Placement of sub-contract orders in conjunction with relevant Manager / Procurement Department.Maintain procurement schedules.Prepare subcontract documentation, issue enquiries and negotiate agreements.Provide advice on contractual claims - analysing outcomes and forecast and report as required.Risk and Change Management
Set up and maintain variation logs with feed into costs as outlined above for all client variations and sub-contract variations, including the management and agreement of such variations.Evaluation and recovery of any change that is not at the company's risk / liability including recovery from 3rd parties.Review Site Programmes in respect to delays, disruption, damage and sub-contract program, and ensure as-built records are maintained and appropriate policies / correspondence is issued accordingly.Identify, analyse and develop responses to commercial risks and opportunities.Cost Management
Run accurate Commercial Cost Control Reports on projects ensuring reports clearly identify committed costs and forecast costs to completion for all categories of project costs.Understand allowances for elements of work.Administer and value sub-contractor accounts.Use the company's financial systems to the benefit of the business to ensure accurate cost reporting.Value Management
Measurement of work to maximise the value of applications to our clients.Prepare interim and final accounts.Liaise with the client, client representatives and other 3rd parties on commercial issues including the agreement of additional monies.Cash Management
Administer applications for payment and payment of sub-contractors to ensure positive cash flow where possible and fair valuations.General
Ensure that client relationships are enhanced to maximise on current and future opportunities.To prepare and present monthly company reports at each project and / or business review, in line with company formats and standards.Respond to client letters in a fitting and contractual manner to ensure that the companies' position is protected at all times.Always act in a manner fitting to the business and uphold the company's standards internally and externally at all times.Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge of Contract LawFive years experience working as a project quantity surveyor or higherHas previous experience working for a M&E services ContractorUse of estimating / measurement softwareMedium or Proficient in the use of Microsoft office : Word and ExcelFluent in EnglishQualifications
A degree in Quantity Surveying (BSc Hons is preferable) or Engineering degree qualification 2 : 1 or above from a recognised body.
Personal Specifications
Confident / OutgoingAble to communicate fluently in English both written and verballyAble to use own initiativeGood people management and motivational skillsTakes responsibility for own workloadExcellent organisational skillsAttention to detailCommunicates effectively both written and verbalEnjoys problem solvingAble to interact confidently with different levels of staffA 'can do' attitudeGood influencing skillsBuilds appropriate, professional and friendly relationships with the teams both in the office and on site.Excellent presentation skillsEffective use of time, ability to plan ahead and prioritise workloadJ-18808-Ljbffr
