Senior Quantity Surveyor
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About the Role
Morgan Consulting Engineers seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage contractual and financial aspects of construction projects. The role involves cost estimates, budget management, subcontractor evaluation, and contract administration.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for construction projects
- Manage project budgets and provide regular financial reports
- Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations
- Monitor project expenditures and perform cost value reconciliations
- Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and verify claims
- Prepare, analyze, and manage tender documentation and contract terms
- Administer contracts and manage change control processes
- Support project risk management by identifying potential cost risks
- Provide advice on contractual matters and procurement strategies
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
- Work closely with the Resident Engineer and construction team
- Maintain accurate records of all contractual and financial project information
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management within the construction or engineering sector
- Proven expertise in cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and commercial project management
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing trends
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
- Proficient in quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, WinQS, Candy) and general project management tools
- Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- Professional membership or certification (e.g., MRICS, RICS, CIQS, or equivalent) is highly preferred
- Knowledge of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract is an advantage
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About the Role
- We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team at a leading engineering consultancy firm.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects, from initial estimates to final accounts.
- This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of construction economics, and extensive knowledge of cost control practices within diverse project sectors including healthcare, commercial, residential, and industrial developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and bills of quantities for construction projects, based on architectural and engineering drawings.
- Manage project budgets and provide regular financial reports, forecasting costs and identifying potential savings or overruns.
- Evaluate and negotiate subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure cost effective procurement and compliance with project specifications.
- Monitor project expenditures, perform cost value reconciliations, and ensure accurate allocation of costs across different work packages.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess progress, verify claims, and ensure alignment between actual construction and planned financial targets.
- Prepare, analyze, and manage tender documentation and contract terms in coordination with legal and procurement teams.
- Administer contracts and manage change control processes, including variations, claims, and final accounts settlement.
- Support project risk management by identifying potential cost risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Provide advice on contractual matters, cost control procedures, and procurement strategies to project stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, health and safety standards, and environmental guidelines in relation to cost planning and project deliverables.
- Work closely with the Resident Engineer and construction team to assess project performance and align financial goals with construction timelines.
- Maintain accurate records of all contractual and financial project information for audit and reporting purposes.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in quantity surveying and cost management within the construction or engineering sector.
- Proven expertise in cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and commercial project management.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing trends in the local and international markets.
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficient in quantity surveying software (e.g., CostX, WinQS, Candy) and general project management tools.
- Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Professional membership or certification (e.g., MRICS, RICS, CIQS, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
- Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of FIDIC and other standard forms of contract is an advantage.
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