Quantity Surveyor

The key function of this role is to manage the costs of construction projects, by handling responsibilities such as preparing budgets, bills of quantities, and contracts; performing cost estimates and feasibility studies, while controlling project finances from start to finish., Including but not limited to the following: · Prepare initial cost estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies. · Create tender documents, such as bills of quantities, and assisting in selecting contractors. · Review and help negotiate contract terms and conditions. · Identifying potential financial risks and develop mitigation strategies. · Analyse construction plans and advise on cost-saving measures. · Monitor project costs and variances throughout the construction process. · Measure and value completed work on-site. · Managing variations and change orders and adjusting the budget accordingly. · Handling claims and managing contractual disputes. · Communicate with clients, project managers, contractors, and other professionals.

The jobholder must be a commercially focused self-starter with the enthusiasm, motivation and initiative to succeed in this role and possess:

• A third level QS qualification with at least two years post qualification experience preferably in a construction environment with a civil engineering bias.
• Highly IT literate with experience of applying IT packages within QS context.
• Previous experience of negotiating and interpreting conditions of contract.
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills combined with the analytical and problem-solving skills to reach realistic workable solutions. · Strong commercial focus with ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. · Ability to use initiative to develop new approaches and improve systems. · Good decision making and problem-solving skills and the ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision. · Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be able to negotiate and use conflict resolution skills where appropriate. · A flexible / adaptable approach to job role, working away from home when required and to a fast-changing business environment.
• Highly motivated with strong levels of accountability and ownership.
· Access to a form of transport to meet the requirements of the role, with the flexibility to travel throughout the UK when required. · A working knowledge of Standard forms of Contract Desirable · An understanding or awareness of the electrical contracting industry or broader utility environment would be advantageous., Team Spirit & Generosity -able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.