Senior Quantity Surveyor

Outline of the role

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will carry responsibility for administration of the contract, risk management and negotiations to effectively deliver the agreed profitability and cash projections, including all upwardly and down chain reporting.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

·Managing the commercial team and wider project team to successfully deliver the works

·Communicate, negotiate and procure sub-contractors & supply chain

·Advising project Team on contractual issues

·Ensure commercial compliance of current conditions of contracts, protecting the position of the company

·Upward and down chain reporting to senior management and wider project team are aware of the position of the contract

·Pricing variations, Compensation events, manage contractual notifications and provide tender support

·Cost & Risk control and management

·Provide the Commercial and Contract Managers with accurate monthly project cost and performance reporting.

·Preparation of monthly financial statements of anticipated Final Accounts detailing status of variations (budget, submitted, agreed), in conjunction with project management

·Assist with monthly work in progress reports in conjunction with project manager

·Managing delegated resources (e.g., budgets, equipment, and contracts) as appropriate, to ensure value for money

·Being fully aware of and actively complying with Farrans policies and procedures relevant to your own responsibilities and to corporate policies and procedures including equality, sustainability and the environment, health and safety and data protection

What we can offer you

Joining one the of leading construction and civil engineering contractors you will be provided with the opportunity to deliver on projects that play an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK and Ireland. Our employees are at the core of everything we do, with this in mind we have our own in-house Learning & Development division who can offer you bespoke career toolkits & pathways.

In addition to a competitive base salary, we can also offer a wide range of benefits, some of the key ones being:

·Car allowance

·Payment of an annual professional membership

·Contributory pensions plan up to 6%

·Share Scheme opportunities available 

·Employee Referral Scheme

·Enhanced Maternity & Family friendly policies

·Health Shield (Medical & Dental Cover included)

·34 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

·Cycle to work Scheme

·Living away from home allowance*

·Hybrid working where business needs allow

*For certain roles we offer living away from home allowance, this depends on site and location and can be amended throughout your contract. We are here to make this as seamless as possible, therefore we cover all accommodation costs, provide you with a daily allowance and cover travels costs (as set out in our living away from home policy)

Your required Skills and Experience

At least 8-10 years pre and post contract experience in a construction commercial management role working on major projects. Ideally have 2-3 years as a Senior Quantity Surveyor although not essential Experience administering NEC form of contract. Degree or demonstrable suitable commercial management experience Strong understanding of modern Civil Engineering techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues. Appreciations of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions. Experience in managing a team to meet tight deadlines. Strong IT Skills Full Manual UK driving license essential. 

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe there is power in being different. Every day, our people express their unique voices and draw from their rich experiences to bring fresh ideas to our company. There is no question that an inclusive and diverse workforce drives innovation, and it also makes us stronger as a team. Therefore, we are committed to fostering inclusion and diversity in the workplace; one that welcomes people from all backgrounds. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.

About Farrans

Farrans Construction is a leading building and civil engineering contractor with over 80 years’ experience of delivering world- class projects across the UK and Ireland. The company, which employs more than 650 people, has offices in Belfast, London, Cambridge and Edinburgh, with further site offices connecting its regional network.

Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme. We build, we transform, and we connect. Our people are at the core of everything we do. Our culture is one which fuels innovation, transparency, and inclusivity.

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