Assistant Project Manager in Wakefield

The Senior QS Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of cost estimation, budgeting, tendering, contracts, and commercial control throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures that all construction projects are delivered within the approved budget, maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance while maximizing value for the company. The position requires strong leadership in cost planning, contract administration, risk management, and ensuring financial efficiency and accountability across multiple projects.

• Cost Estimation & Budgeting: Prepare detailed cost estimates, BOQs, and rate analyses for tenders and project execution. Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with design and execution requirements. Conduct value engineering exercises to optimize cost without compromising quality or design intent.
• Tendering & Procurement: Oversee the tendering process, including floating RFQs, bid evaluation, and final negotiations. Prepare and review tender documents, contracts, and agreements (FIDIC or company-specific). Coordinate with procurement teams for timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and subcontractors.
• Contract Administration: Review, draft, and manage contractual correspondences, including claims, variations, and extensions of time. Ensure all contracts comply with statutory and company policies. Evaluate subcontractor bills and certify payments in line with contractual terms.
• Cost Control & Reporting: Monitor project cash flow, cost-to-complete, and profitability on a monthly basis. Analyze deviations between estimated and actual costs and recommend corrective actions. Prepare MIS and financial progress reports for management review.
• Risk Management: Identify potential commercial and contractual risks and propose mitigation strategies. Ensure adherence to change management procedures for scope variations.
• Client & Consultant Coordination: Liaise with clients, consultants, and project managers for approvals, clarifications, and dispute resolutions. Participate in progress meetings and ensure alignment on commercial matters.
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors, estimators, and billing engineers. Review team deliverables for accuracy, consistency, and timeliness. Promote continuous improvement and professional development within the QS department.

Key Skills: Quantity Surveying & Cost Management, Contract Administration & Claims Management, Tendering & Procurement, Budgeting & Forecasting, Risk Assessment & Value Engineering, Client & Stakeholder Coordination, Team Leadership & Mentoring, Proficiency in MS Excel, AutoCAD, and Cost Estimation Tools.

Qualifications & Experience: Education: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Diploma in Quantity Surveying (Master’s in Construction Management preferred). Experience: 8-10 years in Quantity Surveying / Contracts Management, with at least 5 years in a senior managerial role. Proven experience handling commercial, residential, or mixed-use development projects. Strong understanding of contract law, tendering, estimation software (e.g., Candy, CostX, Excel Advanced).

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