We are currently dealing with a major Rail Engineer contractor who are looking at recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Birmingham working on the Midland Metro project. Within the position you work with the Commercial Manager leading, managing, developing, and training the commercial teams across your portfolio of projects. As the Senior Quantity Surveyor you will assist in the preparation of contract documents, including bills of quantities and specifications. You will manage the Risk & Opportunities process to allow for the identification of Risk and Opportunities during the tender and construction phases and ensure the Commercial function delivers contractual solutions and strategies that balance these risk and opportunities.  Typical duties for the Senior Quantity Surveyor can include, but not limited to:

• Establishment of robust project life cycle cost forecasts updated monthly and monitored against agreed targets
• Set and manage budgets ensuring all costs are correctly allocated into the relevant WBS
• Negotiate and agree contractual disputes and final accounts within DFA levels
• Establish and maintain rigorous cost controls including early warning systems and provide robust accurate financial data and management reports on each project through the monthly reporting cycle including EVM
• Provide procurement support to ensure each project is delivered safely, timely, at the least cost and to optimal quality
• Ensure all procurement expenditure has been validated by the operational delivery team and identified under the budget as necessary to deliver the project

Job Requirements

• Working knowledge of finance systems and various forms of contracts
• Cost and budget administration
• Financial and commercial reporting to board level

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
• Minimum 5 years Commercial Management experience as an SQS or QS with a proven track record in major projects.
• Demonstrable experience on high value projects

As mentioned, this role is based in Birmingham so could suit candidates in the surrounding West and East Midlands regions. If this position is of interest, then dont hesitate to contact Sebastian at Critical Project Resourcing.