Project Quantity Surveyor in Cwmbran, Wales

Parallel Resource is collaborating with a prominent tier one contractor to recruit an experienced and highly competent Project Quantity Surveyor for a key project within their portfolio. The client seeks a driven and technically proficient commercial candidate to join their regional team in South Wales, delivering projects across Cardiff, Newport, and Monmouthshire. The company’s project pipeline encompasses a broad array of schemes; therefore, proven experience in the main contracting sector, particularly within Healthcare, Residential, Leisure, Defence, and Commercial projects valued between £10 million and £25 million, is required.

The successful candidate will work closely with the operational delivery team whilst reporting into a regional commercial manager to ensure that all subcontract procurement, cost management, payments, and change controls are implemented, communicated, and executed in a timely and efficient manner.

• Reporting directly to the Regional Commercial Manager, you will play an integral role within the project delivery team.
• Timely procurement and commercial management of subcontract including:

• Ensuring subcontractor compliance & competency with both Business and specific project requirements prior to issue of any tender enquiry.
• Agreement of specific Work Package scope of works and the preparation of all relevant documentation for formal subcontract procurement.
• Preparing, where required, Bills of Quants for subcontractor packages.
• Procurement negotiations, including agreement of subcontract terms and conditions.
• Analysis & reconciliation of returned tenders and the preparation of the final subcontract recommendation.
• Producing and issuing out robust and relevant subcontract order documentation in a timely manner.
• Commercial responsibility throughout the project on all matters relating to subcontract work packages, and all relevant supply chain matters.

• Working closely and collaboratively with the Project manager, and the site delivery team, to ensure the successful delivery and financial outcome of the project.
• Involvement in the development of design and procurement strategies to maximise opportunities and minimise & mitigate risk.
• Involvement in identifying key project risks and opportunities.
• Production of Monthly and Quarterly Cost Reports including project margin projections and cashflow forecasts.
• Ensuring compliance with Business requirements and Best Practice procedures.
• Production of monthly valuations and agreement with client representatives.
• Measurement, valuation, and negotiation of Client Variations.
• Preparation and negotiation of Project Final Accounts.
• Fostering, and maintaining, professional relationships with Clients, Consultants, and our Supply Chain Partners.

In addition to an attractive salary, a significant benefits package including an electric car or car allowance, contributory pension, BUPA, life assurance, 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), a Share Incentive Plan are offered.

• Possess a degree-level education or be in the process of achieving MRICS accreditation or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Demonstrate experience with a Main Contractor background.
• Exhibit a positive, initiative-taking approach, collaborating effectively with colleagues, supply chain partners, and the broader client team.
• Display strong negotiation skills with confidence and keen judgment.
• Show the ability to work productively within a team environment and positively influence outcomes.
• Maintain excellent communication skills and consistently conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Be proficient and experienced in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and computer-aided measurement tools.

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