Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of cost and contractual issues on projects. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills. Quantity Surveyors play a critical role in ensuring that projects are delivered within budgetary constraints while meeting quality standards and client expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cost Estimation and Budgeting:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for projects based on architectural drawings, specifications, and other relevant information.

• Develop detailed project budgets, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead costs.

• Monitor project costs throughout the process and identify areas where costs can be optimized.

• Manage the tendering process, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.

• Source materials and services from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring competitiveness and adherence to project requirements.

• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to facilitate efficient procurement processes.

• Administer contracts, including preparing contract documents, variations, and claims.

• Ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as client specifications.

• Monitor contract performance and resolve any disputes or issues that may arise during the construction phase.

• Implement cost control measures to ensure that projects are delivered within budgetary constraints.

• Track project expenditure and prepare regular cost reports and forecasts for project stakeholders.

• Analyse cost variances and identify potential risks or opportunities that may impact project profitability.

• Measure and quantify construction work using appropriate measurement methods.

• Prepare accurate valuations of completed work for interim and final payments to contractors and subcontractors.

• Verify and certify payments to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions.

• Identify and assess risks associated with projects, including cost overruns, delays, and contractual disputes.

• Develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact of risks on project outcomes.

• Collaborate with project teams to implement risk management measures and monitor their effectiveness.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in quantity surveying, construction management, or a related field.
• Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS/CICES) or working towards chartered status is preferred.
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor or relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement processes, and cost management principles.
• Proficiency in quantity surveying software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.

We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.