Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor
Hybrid, Matfen near Newcastle-upon Tyne
Salary up to £65k + company vehicle
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join a leading security and access control company that partners with some of the UK's largest utility providers, including National Grid and Scottish Power.
We are hiring a Quantity Surveyor to join our business and cover the below;
* Develop a sound proficiency in quantity surveying skills and practice.
* Develop experience and proficiency in construction methods, processes and the review of commercial / cost implications of all technical and design information
* Understanding the plan of the project.
* Monthly progress valuations of projects
* Timely and accurate variations submissions
* Attain a full understanding of how the parties to a contract hold responsibility for the timely delivery of a project and their obligations, rights and remedies in the event of delaying events.
* Liaise with the Project Manager regarding contractual issues and their possible effect on profitability.
* Adhering to all the environmental and safety standards.
* Attain a full understanding and sound working knowledge of compiling subcontract order(s).
* Ensure subcontracts are properly prepared and signed off.
* Ensure that all Contractual requirements for bonds, guarantees and or warranties are obtained from subcontractors.
* Manage the procurement of key subcontracts with particular emphasis on the proper transfer of risk.
* Monitor and review material differences between subcontractor applications and their payments, provide advice etc to pre-empt possible adjudications.
* Advise on and where required, draft all contractual notices, and also from subcontractors and suppliers etc.
* Develop an understanding and knowledge of the payment processes under the Main and subcontracts.
* In conjunction with site staff implement and maintain the appropriate records required to manage a construction contract i.e. Engineers diaries,
* Programme reports, As-built records and evidence etc.
* Process payments and notify all subcontractors in accordance with the Construction Act.
* Monitor and pursue the proper collection of all contractual documentation due from subcontractors.
* Attending site visits and client meetings
To perform this role fully you will be able to demonstrate the below competencies;
* Must have working knowledge of NEC Contracts
* Working understanding of procurement practices and forms of main and subcontract
* Good understanding of Cost/Value process and reporting
* HND/HNC/Degree in Quantity Surveying is desirable
* A valid driver's license
* Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to deal with different personalities and remain calm.
* A hardworking and detailed-orientated individual
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed