THIS POSITION IS OUTSIDE OF IR35

The Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) will provide services to and will be part of a major, commercial-scale construction project to build a long-duration energy storage facility in Carrington, Manchester.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of key contracts operating under NEC forms of contract. The Senior Quantity Surveyor (ME&I) is responsible for performing remeasurement of works, assessing payment applications, assessing variations and managing change, risk and opportunity management, final account resolution, etc.

Scope of work

· Oversee and manage the commercial aspects of key contracts operating under NEC forms ensuring compliance with all contractual terms and conditions.
· Conduct regular site visits and proactively monitor contractor progress.
· Ensure that all variations, scope changes, and associated impacts on cost, time, and quality are appropriately documented, assessed and approved.
· Perform measurement and re-measurement of works, ensuring the timely capture of accurate quantities - THIS IS AN ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENT 
· Ensure all measurement activities are recorded accurately and contemporaneously, maintaining proper documentation for all changes to the project scope.
· Perform Audits of contractor costs in accordance with the SoCC and disallowed cost provisions.
· Assist in the identification, assessment, and management of commercial and contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle.
· Review and assess payment applications from contractors.
· Ensure accurate and timely certification of payments in accordance with the contract terms.
· Ensure that any disputes are resolved promptly, minimizing any project delays.
· Prepare and manage interim and final accounts, ensuring the timely resolution of all payments, claims, and variations.

To be successful in this role you should have:
· A minimum of 10 years' experience in a senior quantity surveying (ME&I role or similar) with extensive experience in managing commercial aspects of large-scale, complex construction projects. Experience on energy or infrastructure projects, particularly in NEC4 contracts, is highly desirable.
· A degree in Quantity Surveying and/or chartered status with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or other relevant professional body
· In-depth understanding and experience with NEC4 forms of contract and their application in large-scale projects.
· Strong ability to manage and control project budgets, payments, variations, and account settlements.
· Ability to negotiate effectively with Contractors and agree account positions.
· Ability to perform measurement and re-measurement of works from drawings, for M&E works. 

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