BAM Nuttall are looking to recruit an experienced and motivated Quantity Surveyor who can strengthen our existing team, delivering large civil engineering projects across Scotland. The projects are predominantly within the energy infrastructure sector, building new substations and HVDC converter stations to support Scotland's transition to net Zero.
BAM operates a flexible working policy
People are at the heart of what we do at Bam. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We're on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the following:
Maintain high personal safety and environmental standards in accordance with Company policy
Maintain effective communication with project managers, Managing QS and other associated engineering disciplines
Manage, supervise and mentor junior commercial staff aid their development
Provide input and professionalism to meetings with client’s representatives
Provide commercial input with supply chain partners through tender enquiries, pre-contract meetings, analysis, recommendation, contract vetting and subcontract documents
Commercial management of subcontractors including payment preparation, final account work negotiation
Monitor cost of site resources and timely production of reliable cost performance data
Produce monthly cost and value reports, quarterly reports and present to senior management
Take part in discussions concerning project performance and provide commercial input to project strategy
Ensure adherence to Risk and Opportunity management protocol and advise the project team accordingly
Understand and promote usage of Company Procedures and suggest improvements to senior management
Involvement in change management including ensuring adherence to Contractual timescales and Notices & input to the programme
Ensure timely production of Monthly Applications for Payment in accordance with the provisions of the conditions of contract
Provide commercial advice to the site team and management on all contractual issues
Attend and provide input to all site commercial meetings
Manage time and workloads for yourself and the commercial team in a structured manner
Assist in defining and delivery of commercial training to all site staff
The following are mandatory requirements:
Successful experience at Quantity Surveyor level for a main contractor demonstrating effective core commercial skills would be advantageous
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with the project team including the Client, Project Managers and Designers
Have the confidence and ability to work within a team environment, and to have a positive influence on outcomes
Willing to help and assist those around you in their development
Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel & Microsoft Word
The following are desirable requirements:
Early Contractor Involvement experience
Experience of target cost contracts
Working towards CICES membership or equivalent
BAM Nuttall is also committed to equality of opportunity in all its employment practices, and to developing policies that support work-life balance.
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For more information about the vacancy and our projects, please contact Zainab Rubbani, Recruiter, BAM Nuttall Ltd, Email: zainab.rubbani@bam.com
BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.