Quantity Surveyor in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Company Information
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 70 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.
Job Summary
An opportunity has arisen within the REAL Alliance Project of VolkerRail Major Projects for a Quantity Surveyor, reporting to the Commercial Manager.
This role will involve:
- All duties required by the commercial department or project team, to ensure successful setup and running of a project or projects in compliance with all company standards and in particular the “Commercial Manual”.
- Advising the Project Manager and Commercial Manager early, of any potential over-spends, non-compliances and any other problem areas on the project.
- Responsibility within the Project Team to ensure projects are setup on the company accounting system with a suitable Work Breakdown Structure.
- Responsibility for inputting budget & tender data from successful tenders into the Company accounting/Reporting System.
- Responsibility within the Commercial Department and Project Team with the preparation of the monthly project reports from the Company accounting/Reporting System for both internal & client purposes.
- Responsibility for the preparation of the monthly Applications and Invoicing to ensure submission in a timely manner of an accurate document aimed at maximising the company’s financial position.
- Take responsibility for notifying your client early of any increased project value or delay to project completion.
Meeting clients and commercial representative on a monthly basis to discuss certificates and discuss agreement and levels of substantiation required to close out change control items and application for payment queries.
- Responsibility for the collection of cash and pursuit of certificates from clients in a timely manner, in order to maximise the company’s cash flow position.
- Responsibility for inputting Applications and invoices (recording accurately) onto the company accounts system including payment certificates.
Job Requirements
You will be self-motivated with a pro-active approach and have experience of managing fluctuating workloads, working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines and working off your own initiative. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential. To be considered for this role you must have:
- Must have Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
- Ideally working towards chartered Surveyor or equivalent membership.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a commercial environment preferably within the Rail/Construction industry.
- Proven and significant experience in a commercial environment. Preferably within a Rail/Construction related industry.
- Computer literate and working knowledge in Microsoft office applications.
- Previous experience of COINs would be advantageous.
VolkerRail Group offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits.
Committed to equality of opportunity and diversity.
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