Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Location: Essex
Sector: Infrastructure / Construction
Salary: £60,000-£80,000 DOE
The Opportunity
An established construction and infrastructure organisation is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its team in Essex.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with strong contractor-side experience and a thorough understanding of NEC contracts, particularly Option C. You will play a key role in managing commercial performance, controlling project costs and supporting the successful delivery of complex construction projects.
The position would suit someone looking for a long-term opportunity where they can take ownership of commercial responsibilities, work closely with project delivery teams and contribute to the overall success of major infrastructure and construction schemes.
The Role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:
Managing the commercial aspects of construction projects from inception through to completion.
Administering NEC contracts, with particular emphasis on Option C target cost arrangements.
Managing compensation events, early warnings, change control and contractual notifications.
Monitoring project costs, forecasting final accounts and reporting on commercial performance.
Managing cost and value reconciliations, cash flow forecasts and financial reporting.
Preparing and reviewing applications for payment, valuations and final accounts.
Identifying commercial risks and opportunities, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Working closely with project managers, site teams, clients and subcontractors to maintain commercial control.
Supporting subcontract procurement, package management and commercial negotiations.
Ensuring contractual compliance and maintaining accurate commercial records.
Providing commercial advice and supporting the wider project team in achieving project objectives.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or contractor-side commercial environment.
Strong, demonstrable experience working with NEC contracts, particularly NEC Option C.
A sound understanding of target cost contracts, compensation events, early warnings and change management.
Experience managing project costs, forecasting and commercial reporting.
Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
The ability to work collaboratively with operational and commercial teams.
A stable employment history, demonstrating a commitment to long-term career development.
Excellent communication skills and a strong command of written and spoken English.
Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK without sponsorship, now or in the future. xgikmsk
The ability to attend site in Essex three days per week.
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