Quantity Surveyor - EWR in Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom
Quantity Surveyor
VolkerRail is an established and experienced railway infrastructure contractor. We have a successful track record of delivering projects across the whole of the UK; working with Network Rail, London Underground as well as light rail and tram operating companies to enhance the national infrastructure.
As one of the UKs oldest railway contractors, with a history dating back over 80 years, we are passionate about the preservation and development of the railways. Our years of experience and continued company growth have earned us a reputation within the industry for high performance and innovation, and as a company focussed on timely and efficient delivery.
The East West Rail Alliance is a “pure” alliance consisting of three Non-Owner Participants (NOPs); VolkerRail, Atkins Global, Laing O’Rourke and the Owner Participant (OP), Network Rail.
East West Rail (EWR) phase 2 is a £1 billion programme and one of the most prestigious projects in the UK Infrastructure pipeline. It will provide a strategic route linking key centres of economic activity between Oxford, Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and Bedford.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in the championing commercial management strategy across the EWR programme and their particular area / section of responsibility. They will support the financial effectiveness and profitability of the overall project and work packages where required through diligent application of proper contractual and commercial practices, with the careful management of risk.
Responsibilities:
- Maximise the financial effectiveness and profitability of the project through diligent application of proper contractual and commercial practices
- Efficiently direct and manage the commercial resource within their section, during the pre-construction & construction phases to ensure success of the project
- Contribute to the commercial function to ensure Alliance and business objectives are met, creating a team that adds value within the development and delivery process
- Ability to feedback to line manager on areas for development within Alliance strategy
- Negotiating with client representatives, sub-contractors and other consultants
- Plan, monitor and support operations, encourage ‘best practice’
- Supporting the achievement of development needs of line reports are met and influencing the development of the wider commercial function
- Ensure the preparation of monthly contract review reports and project management accounts information
- Assist with the business planning process
- To encourage and develop a culture of contractual awareness and ensure that the full contractual entitlement is achieved by rigidly managing records, contractual notifications, change control, etc.
- To ensure that best commercial practices are identified, shared and implemented.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have the following experience/skill set:
Expected:
- Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)
- BSc (Hons) MRICS
- Experience on large infrastructure projects
- NEC contract experience
Preferred:
- Project financial control, reporting and data management
- Contract procedures
- Negotiation and dispute resolution
Location
Bletchley or Bicester depending on which location suits better (2 roles available)
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits that includes pension and other benefits commensurate to your skills and experience.
Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.
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