At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project costs and ensure commercial efficiency in civil engineering projects.
- Company: Join McLaughlin & Harvey, a leading name in civil engineering with 170 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative infrastructure projects while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in civil engineering or construction.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction, delivering safe, innovative and sustainable marine, coastal and transport infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland.
The Quantity Surveyor will manage project costs, contractual obligations and change processes to ensure commercial efficiency. Responsibilities include preparing budgets, interim valuations, and final accounts, cost forecasting, supporting value engineering initiatives, procurement of supply chain partners, assessment and certification of subcontract payments, variation accounts, Extension of Time claims and Loss/Expense submissions, and robust commercial documentation and compliance with JCT/NEC contracts. The role also supports positive relationships, dispute avoidance, governance, quality and safety practices.
Key Responsibilities- Preparation and analysis of budgets
- Procurement of the supply chain and preparation of order documentation in accordance with company management systems
- Assessment and certification of subcontractor interim payments, ensuring appropriate notices are issued
- Preparation of interim valuations and final account submissions
- Managing and valuing variation accounts
- Assist with the preparation of Extension of Time claims and Loss and Expense submissions
- Identification and management of commercial risks
- Produce robust and accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliation reports
- Establish, maintain and enhance effective working relationships; ensure effective interaction between the commercial and operational site teams
- Degree qualified
- Experience in civil engineering or construction
- Good knowledge of construction contracts, particularly JCT & NEC
- Sound commercial awareness
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- High levels of organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision
- Willingness to travel frequently to site as required
McLaughlin & Harvey are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background, experience or identity, and provide reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates during the recruitment process.
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