A Specialist civil engineering / ground engineering contractor is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to work on a major project in Inverness

The Quantity Surveyor, reporting to the Commercial Manager of the project will be responsible for the commercial and contract management for the Project.

Key Responsibilities

* Commercial management / contract administration of the project;

* Preparation and presentation of internal and external commercial reports;

* To the extent possible, manage the Commercial aspects of the project to enable it to be completed on time, within budget and to the correct standards;

* Preparation of payment applications and internal cash flow reporting;

* Preparation and operation of sub-contracts and supplier agreements;

* On-going cost reporting for the allocation project;

* Preparing quotations, claims, assessments, and forecasts for future work;

* Regular liaison with the project teams to ensure our rights for compensation events or claims are upheld;

* Regular liaison with the Client to ensure excellent relationships are built and maintained, and issues identified and resolved where possible, primarily with the Commercial team

Tasks:

* Weekly and monthly reporting as per our and the Clients requirements;

* Administration of NEC4 contract, and administration/valuation of the supply chain sub-contract agreements;

* Tracking project performance and data, Working with the team to collate data;

* Preparation of forecasts;

* Maintaining contract records and correspondence;

* Assist with the drafting and development of sub-contracts;

* Submit the weekly cost control report on time - includes a detailed review of the project costings and update the project progress and forecast details.

Skills and abilities:

* Strong work ethic, takes personal responsibility for their work, meets deadlines, sets the right example for others, and displays honesty and integrity;

* Effective communication skills including writing reports and presenting;

* Positive attitude, constructive thinking and able to adjust to change;

* Work within rules and regulations of professional competence and code of conduct as defined by a professional institution.

* Apply attributes of equality and diversity to meet the requirements of fairness at work.

Minimum Requirements:

* Proven experience in a similar and varied roles;

* Relevant degree qualification preferred but not essential;

* Good knowledge and operating experience of NEC forms of contract;

* Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Excel & Word);

* Experience in a Civil or Geotechnical engineering sectors