Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager

Cardiff
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Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager

QuantumCLS is an independent Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Principal Designer practice offering an enthusiastic, practical, proactive commercial property solution to its varied national client base.

We are growing nationally and as a result, we are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager to join our successful team based in Cardiff.

The role of a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager includes the following responsibilities:

  • Leading service delivery on behalf of QuantumCLS, reporting directly to the relevant Director.

  • Liaison with design teams, contractors and client representatives.

  • Preparing estimates cost plans, cashflows and reports.

  • Chairing and minuting Design Team Meetings, Pre-Contract Meetings, Progress Meetings and other relevant meetings.

  • Value engineering

  • Assisting with procurement, including drafting tender documents and preparing tender reports.

  • Preparation of Contract Documents

  • Preparation of monthly payment certificates and financial reporting.

  • Administering the conditions of contract.

  • Assessment of variations

  • Final accounts

  • Identifying opportunities for growth within all sectors

  • Assisting with business development and tender preparation.

  • Management and mentoring of junior staff members.

  • Manage professional fees to budget and ensuring that a quality service is delivered to all our clients.

    The minimum requirements of the role include:

  • Degree qualified.

  • Proven track record in the industry.

  • A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a Consultancy.

  • Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills.

  • Working knowledge of JCT and NEC Contracts.

  • Ability to work under own initiative.

  • Experience of leading a team and responsibility for commission deliverables.

  • Willingness and ability to challenge in a positive and engaging manner.

  • Experience of risk and value management processes.

    Preferred requirements of the role include:

  • Membership of RICS, or similar is preferred.

  • Experience of bid submissions.

  • Prior line management and/or mentoring experience.

  • Client facing experience.

    We offer an attractive package which consists of:

    25 days annual leave, car allowance, pension, discretionary bonus, Cycle2Work Scheme, Use ofCorporate Membership at Radyr Golf Club are all included in the attractive package.

    QuantumCLS is an equal opportunities employer and is Regulated by RICS

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