General Foreperson in Suffolk

General Foreperson in Suffolk

Suffolk Full-Time 50000 - 65000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT (UK) LIMITED

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead commercial management and cost control for a major nuclear infrastructure project.
  • Company: Join a pioneering team on the Sizewell C nuclear project, shaping the UK's energy future.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities to mentor and lead junior staff.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of low-carbon energy solutions while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in quantity surveying and strong commercial acumen required.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 Β£ per year.

Project Sizewell C (SZC) is a major new nuclear infrastructure project that will provide secure, low-carbon energy for the UK.

The project includes the construction of a new nuclear power station alongside extensive enabling works, marine and civils infrastructure, earthworks, utilities, and major construction packages delivered through a complex, highly regulated programme environment.

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join us on the Sizewell C project.

This is a senior commercial leadership role embedded within a major live infrastructure delivery environment, responsible for leading the commercial and contractual management of major project packages while ensuring strong commercial control, risk management and financial performance.

Main Responsibilities Commercial Management and Cost Control Act as commercial lead across allocated project packages, providing strategic QS and contractual leadership.

Lead preparation and management of cost plans, budgets, forecasts and cost reporting.

Oversee valuations, applications for payment and maximisation of commercial entitlement.

Drive commercial performance, risk management and cost control across packages.

Procurement and Tendering Lead subcontract procurement strategy, tendering, evaluation and award recommendations.

Oversee tender analysis and negotiation of commercial terms.

Support procurement strategy development aligned with programme and project requirements.

Contracts, Claims and Final Accounts Lead administration of subcontract and main contract obligations including change management, compensation events and claims.

Support preparation and substantiation of complex claims and commercial protection strategies.

Drive agreement of final accounts and commercial close-out across work packages.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management Provide commercial leadership and direction to delivery teams on scope, risk and contractual matters.

Lead and mentor junior commercial staff, reviewing outputs and supporting consistent standards.

Develop strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.

Reporting and Forecasting Lead monthly commercial reporting including cost/value reconciliation, forecasts, liabilities and cash flow projections.

Ensure reporting aligns with project controls and governance requirements.

Maintain compliance with commercial procedures and project standards.

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We think you need these skills to ace General Foreperson in Suffolk

Commercial Management
Cost Control
Quantity Surveying
Contractual Leadership
Risk Management
Financial Performance
Procurement Strategy