Senior Quantity Surveyor

Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions. We are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

As OCU Group continues to grow within the water sector, we are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Delamere/Bridgend/Taunton. In this role, you will be responsible for managing all cost and contractual aspects of our projects. We are looking for a detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with water experience who has strong technical expertise, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills. Your role will be essential in ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality while meeting and exceeding client expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects based on architectural drawings, specifications, and other relevant information.
• Develop detailed project budgets, including materials, labour, equipment, and overhead costs.
• Monitor project costs throughout the process and identify areas where costs can be optimised.
• Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Source materials and services from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring competitiveness and adherence to project requirements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to facilitate efficient procurement processes.
• Administer contracts, including preparing contract documents, variations, and claims.
• Ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as client specifications.
• Monitor contract performance and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the construction phase.
• Implement cost control measures to ensure that projects are delivered within budgetary constraints.
• Track project expenditure and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for project stakeholders.
• Analyze cost variances and identify potential risks or opportunities that may impact project profitability.
• Measure and quantify construction work using appropriate measurement methods.
• Prepare accurate valuations of completed work for interim and final payments to contractors and subcontractors.
• Verify and certify payments to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.
• Identify and assess risks associated with projects, including cost overruns, delays, and contractual disputes.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on project outcomes.
• Collaborate with project teams to implement risk management measures and monitor their effectiveness.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field.
• Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS/CICES) or working towards chartered status is preferred.
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with water/wastewater experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost management principles.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.