Quantity Surveyor – Nuclear

Description:

Role Characteristics:
A site based commercial role reporting directly to the HPC Senior Quantity Surveyor for functional matters, and the HPC Operations Director for operational matters.
The Quantity Surveyor provides commercial management and contract administration support to the Project Team and the Senior Leadership Team.
A strong work ethic is required, working in collaboration with other members of the team.
The role involves demonstrating key behaviours to support the Zero Harm objective and uphold the standards of safety and quality required by Nuclear project delivery.
Proven nuclear industry experience and appropriate qualifications are desirable.
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate and uphold our Values across all of their undertakings.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
Pre-Contract:
Support tender and estimating processes commercially.
Undertake reviews of contract conditions and involvement in contract negotiations and amendments.
Involvement in contractual negotiations.
Involvement in commercial strategy setting for projects.
Preparation of contractual forms/templates.
Contract Administration & Risk Management:
Protect the business position and commercial/contractual obligations at all times whilst working collaboratively with our clients and supply chain.
Liaise with Senior Management on contractual matters and taking action as required.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with the Client, to help future business development.
Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
Assist in the resolution of disputes, including preparation of associated documentation/records.
Contract Cost Control & Valuations:
Produce cost reports and forecasts.
Prepare accurate and timely Client valuations/applications for payment.
Attend site walks to review and agree certifications.
Ensure payments are received on time
Prepare cashflow forecasts and monitor performance.
Change Management:
Identify variations in scope, secure entitlement through the appropriate contractual notifications process.
Assess the implications in terms of cost and/or time, prepare and submit assessments for recovery.
Negotiate and agree variations in scope.
Ensure costs and recovery of variations in scope are tracked and reported as part of change management procedure.
Supply Chain Management:
Undertake pre-qualification checks and reviews.
Assist with the preparation and issuing of enquiry packs and vetting of quotations received.
Preparation of sub-contracts and all required documentation ensuring correct transfer of risks and step-down provisions.
Administration, management, and control of sub-contract accounts and variations incl. performance/compliance reviews.
Valuation, assessment, and certification of payments.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with the Supply Chain, to help future business development.
Assist in the preparation and agreement of final accounts.
Assist in the resolution of disputes, including preparation of associated documentation/records.
Reporting & Forecasting:
Preparation and presenting of monthly budgets, forecasts, accounts and reports accurate project.
Attend/support internal and external progress, operational and commercial meetings.
Provide support during commercial and contractual audits.
Minimum Qualifications/Experience:
A formal qualification in Quantity Surveying (desirable).
Relevant professional accreditation (desirable).
Demonstrable experience in similar role within the construction industry (min. 3 years).
IT literacy with regards to Microsoft Excel, Word etc.
Desired but not essential:
Experience within the M&E/MEP industry (5+ years desirable).
Experience in managing multiple subcontractors.
Experience on projects from £2m to £20m in value.
Familiarity with JCT and NEC Suite of Contracts.
Experience and comfort when communicating with all levels of Senior Management and Clients.
The ability to influence the project decision making process.
Experience in working with cost management systems such as Navision, Oracle, SAP, ERP, Coins etc.
Working Pattern and Location:
37 hours per week
Site based – Hinkley Point C