Part of the VolkerWessels UK Group, VolkerStevin is an industry-leading civil engineering business, providing complex and innovative engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors including maritime, flood risk management, defence, energy, water and regeneration. Collaborating with, and drawing on the specialist skills of the group’s business units we deliver a truly integrated, multidisciplinary service.

Are you looking for your next challenge? VolkerStevin are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join the team on our Environment Agency framework.

Reporting to the Project Lead on site, the QS is responsible for all commercial and contractual matters on the site allocated to them and should be able to effectively manage an assistant surveyor to successfully deliver that project. On larger more intricate projects the QS may be required to carry out the same tasks for a section or sections of the works reporting to a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor.

1.GENERAL:

Ensuring there is effective cost management of the project through regular and accurate forecasting and cost/value reporting.
Lead and manage the procurement process to maximise profit and ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the company policy. (including references taken, suitable levels of HSEQS etc)
Monitor and maximise cash flow.
Support, advise, develop and train all members of the site team on commercial matters.
Be aware of the contractual requirements of the project, advise the site team on key requirements and ensure that all notices and other matters are actioned accordingly to protect the business’s contractual position (Main, Sub-Contracts and consultancy agreements)
Act and ensure others are acting in the business’s best commercial interests at all times.
To act professionally at all times and promote the company’s best standards and practices
Monitor and chase Main Contract payments

TENDER:

Review and commercially assess sub-contract packages for incorporation into the main tender when required.
Review tender information for value engineering opportunities
Assist the Bid team as required.
Assist and review as required by senior management.
Tender input as required

Subcontract management:

Ensure subcontractors are procured in accordance with the commercial policy
Ensure that sub-contractor’s scope of works are clearly defined and that all appropriate information is contained within the sub-contract documentation.
Ensure that subcontracts are written so that they are inclusive of their responsibilities in terms of quality, programme, health, safety, environmental etc.
Ensure the accurate measurement of the subcontractors works
Review and collate records of subcontractors work and investigate the legitimacy of any account records provided by the subcontractor
Ensure all contractual notices are issued in accordance with the sub-contract and the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009 (LDEDC).
Ensure subcontracts are appraisals are carried out in a timely fashion and information is shared within the company.
Ensure that subcontract payment made are done on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality
Compile accurate subcontractor liabilities, accruals, and ensure these are up to date and considered in the forecast updates.

Monitor and ensure subcontract attendances are provided in line with the subcontract and that any potential contra-charges are recorded and recovered.

About you

Essential:

An accredited course by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS, the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES).Alternatively, a degree with some numerical or technical is advantageous. Relevant HND subjects include building/construction, urban and land studies, civil engineering and structural engineering.
Adequate experience as an Assistant QS/QS.

Desirable:

A degree in QS and relevant experience obtained.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerStevin is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerStevin are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

Competitive salary
Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
Option to buy additional annual leave
Private medical care
Pension
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme
Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
Employee Assistance programme
Mental health, physical health, and financial support
24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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