Quantity Surveyor

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join an established M&E contractor based in Chancery Lane, London.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor with extensive ductwork experience to join a growing business and play an important role in managing the commercial performance of a range of ductwork and mechanical projects.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the ductwork industry and be confident managing projects from tender stage through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

* Managing the commercial aspects of ductwork and mechanical projects.

* Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.

* Managing variations, change control and additional works.

* Reviewing subcontractor accounts and payments.

* Preparing cost forecasts and monitoring project expenditure.

* Reviewing contracts, specifications and drawings.

* Producing accurate cost estimates and pricing works where required.

* Identifying commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

* Managing and maintaining good commercial relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

* Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers.

* Assisting with tender submissions and reviewing tender returns.

* Ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed budgets and commercial objectives.

* Working closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure commercial matters are identified and dealt with promptly.

* Preparing regular commercial reports for senior management.

* Taking projects through to successful commercial completion and final account settlement.

Essential Experience

The successful candidate must have:

* Extensive Quantity Surveying experience within the ductwork sector.

* A strong understanding of commercial ductwork projects and installation.

* Experience managing subcontract packages and variations.

* Experience with valuations, applications, payments and final accounts.

* Strong contract and commercial awareness.

* Experience working with drawings, specifications and project documentation.

* Strong negotiation and communication skills.

* The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

* A commercially minded and proactive approach.

Desirable

* Experience within the wider M&E / mechanical services sector.

* Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial experience.

* Experience working on major London projects.

* Experience with NEC, JCT or other standard forms of construction contract