Quantity Surveyor

The role of Quantity Surveyor is responsible for providing accurate and value generating input to projects. The role ensures that all commercial aspects are carried out in accordance with the contract, company policies and procedures, and to the satisfaction of the customer and/or contract leader. This role may work independently or under the direction of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. The QS will be able to demonstrate the ability to function as a member of an integrated team.

About the project:

Costain have been appointed as Delivery Integration Partner by National Highways (NH) for delivery of the £240m rebuild of the Simister Island M60/M62/M66 interchange (M60 Junction 18), north of Manchester. As Delivery Integration Partner, Costain will overhaul the busy junction involving complex traffic management to keep tens of thousands of vehicles moving whilst construction takes place.

The works consist of:

• A new free flow ‘northern loop’ – a new link to take drivers directly from M60 eastbound to M60 southbound without exiting the motorway

• M66 mainline southbound widening and southbound slip road realignment to allow for construction of the northern loop

• A widened connector road from M60 northbound to M60 westbound – replacing the current single lane with two lanes

• Adding an extra lane in each direction on the M60 Junctions 17 to 18 (increasing from 4 to 5 lanes) while retaining the hard shoulders

• Upgrades to drainage, lighting, signage and signalling.

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▪ Inputting to the efficient and effective management and issuing of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence.

▪ Preparation or assessment of applications, valuations, cost/value reconciliation.

▪ Cost control and forecasting. Prepare and provide input to monthly reports: value, cost, profit/loss, cash flow and budget.

▪ Preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates.

▪ Assisting with Risk and Value Management to optimise solution. Monitor and regularly review with the project team. Identifying, analysing, and developing responses to commercial risks.

▪ NEC4 Contract Management, including all relevant contractual forms, methods of budgetary control and relevant software applications.

▪ Prepare supply chain enquiries using Sourcedogg - negotiate, administer, and finalise / close out supply chain contracts.

▪ Ensure all notifications / documents are managed in accordance with the contract (administered using CEMAR), and customer / company policy.

▪ Ongoing liaison with site team, subcontractors, and Customer representatives.

▪ Undertake record-keeping including but not limited to collating site records, the preparation of meeting packs, meeting invites, and taking meeting minutes.

▪ Provide contractual advice to the project / site team as and when appropriate.

▪ Maintaining awareness of the different construction contracts in current use.

▪ Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations.

▪ Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract Leader / Project Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

▪ Some post graduate experience in construction industry in a commercial role.

▪ Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen.

▪ Excellent organisational and communication skills.

▪ Practical approach, logical thought process and a methodical way of working.

▪ Experience of setting up and/or operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution.

▪ Experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings and able to demonstrate the ability to collate information and prepare 

reports.

▪ Experience of drafting contractual correspondence on behalf of the Project Manager and preparation of payment certificates and interim financial reports.

▪ Negotiating and team-working skills and the ability to motivate and lead.

▪ Strong analytical skills

▪ Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge.

▪ Confidence and ability to assert influence

Desirable

• A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience of contributing to procurement and contract strategies.

Qualifications

Essential

• Holds an RICS/CICES accredited degree or enrolled on an accredited part-time post graduate degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience

Desirable

• Full Membership of the RICS or CICES desirable, or enrolled on the approved training scheme for membership