Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Job description

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor - Substation Framework

Location: Andover, Hampshire (Ideally based west of Andover, Basingstoke)

About Us: My client is a renowned leader in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to delivering excellence in every project we undertake. We are proud to announce our recent partnership for a renewable energy substation framework covering Andover, Dorset and Hampshire, encompassing the construction of substations and related infrastructure projects. As we embark on this exciting venture, we are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the project from our Andover base.

Job Description: As the Senior Quantity Surveyor for the framework, you will be instrumental in ensuring the successful delivery of projects within budgetary constraints and contractual obligations. Reporting directly to the Commercial Manager, you will oversee the delivery function, providing leadership and guidance to junior and assistant surveyors.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Serving as the primary point of contact for the business, liaising with stakeholders, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Leading pricing exercises, cost estimation, and value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Providing input during the design phase, offering expertise on cost management and feasibility assessments for the end clients infrastructure projects.
• Managing pre-contract activities, including the preparation of tender documents, bills of quantities, and contract negotiations.
• Overseeing day-to-day project operations, addressing any challenges or issues that may arise, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Mentoring junior team members, fostering their professional development within the framework and the broader industry.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in quantity surveying, preferably within the infrastructure or utilities sector.
• Strong background in civil engineering, with expertise in cost management, contract administration, and project delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the capacity to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project objectives.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, such as MS Excel, CostX, and AutoCAD.
• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field; MRICS or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.
• Contribution to meaningful infrastructure projects that positively impact communities.

Next Steps: If you are interested in joining our dynamic team and making a difference in the delivery of this renewable energy framework, please submit your CV for consideration. Interviews with the Commercial Manager can be scheduled for next week.

Grow with us as we embark on this challenging yet rewarding journey, shaping the future of infrastructure development in Dorset and Hampshire!

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