Quantity Surveyor

Warwick
3 days ago
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Quantity Surveyor

At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation better. Join us and help keep the nations critical networks connected and protected 24/7.

Reporting into the Senior Quantity Surveyor, the Quantity Surveyor will work on several exciting projects within our Highways division, with responsibility for managing all aspects of project cost control from tender to final account.

This is a hybrid working role, with ad-hoc travel required to our Warwick HQ or Quinton office on occasion.

What you'll do:

Preparing and ensuring (i) monthly client applications for payment are issued in accordance with the contract and (ii) timely certification and payment by the client.
Administration of contracts (with support from commercial)
Reporting monthly on cost/value reconciliation
Support the project manager in the preparation of claims for delay and associated quantum.
Working with the project manager to prepare and present the monthly contract review to senior management team.
Payment and commercial management of Suppliers/Sub-Contractors
Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards Who you are:

You will have experience in a QS or Commercial focused role in a similar industry, with excellent stakeholder management, reporting and communication skills.

Key Requirements:

Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Commercial focused experience within a similar industry
Commercial awareness including in-depth working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 forms of contract
Preparation and management of CVRs, cost forecasts, and cash flow
Confident administration of Early Warnings and Compensation Events
Experience managing variations, claims, and change control
Competent in the use of Microsoft officeWhat we offer:

A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year.
Company pension scheme
A range of family friendly policies
Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal
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