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Senior Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based in Greater Manchester. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

To undertake effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.
To play a fundamental role within the PSDS / Zero Carbon Projects Team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reporting, in accordance with company procedures.
To mentor and manage junior member of the Commercial Team.
To undertake pre-commencement activities such as tendering and pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, subcontract negotiations and appointments.
To carry out key commercial tasks such as subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, CVR reporting, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.
Carry out the above responsibilities across several concurrently programmed decarbonisation projects.

Key Accountabilities

Within the Business

Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
Continue personal professional development.

Pre-commencement – Negotiated Schemes

The completion of Cost Plans for submission to client.
The completion of value engineering to ensure best value for the client and to maximise contribution for the business.
Carry out analysis and agreement of specification to ensure rebate opportunities are maximised.
The agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
The completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
Appointment of subcontract packages.

Pre-commencement – Tendered Schemes

Agreement of consultant fees and appointment of consultants.
Completion of Commercial Review of Main Contract once copy received.
Appointment of subcontract packages.

Drawing take-offs and site re-measurement

Take-off exercises prior to scheme commencement.
Ongoing site re-measurement of measured works.
Site checks & recording of variations in order to accurately produce internal and external valuations.

Subcontract procurement and order placement

Production of enquires.
Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
Order value negotiations and agreements.
Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
Administration of order documents.

Subcontract Account Management

Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
Monitor and record works complete.
Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.

Rebate reportage

Ensure PSL is reviewed prior to subcontract procurement and that subcontract orders are placed in line with supply chain agreements.
Completion of rebate reporting on a monthly basis and submitted to Rebate Champion.

Monthly cost value reports

Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
Ensure cash position updated accurately.
Attend budget meetings with site team.
Production of performance review document for senior management.
Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.

Management of change orders/variation accounts

Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.

External valuations

Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Ensure interim certificate is obtained in line with contractual timeframes.

Internal valuations

Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.

General contract administration

Contract Filing.
Keeping up to date log of drawings.

Archiving completed schemes.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

Successful track record of construction project delivery. Public Sector decarbonisation / retrofit projects experience is desirable.
Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening

Skills and abilities

High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
People Management
Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word

Key Attributes

Team Player.
Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
Ability to multitask;
Well organised;
Good time management skills;
Self motivated; and
Enthusiastic.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.
EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our refurbishment team, this is a full time permanent role. Our head office base is Hatfield however this role will be working on sites in Harringay or Richmond. We offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle or allowance and benefits package.

This role is to work as part of our refurbishment team on social housing properties, you will be working on internal and external works. You will be responsible for managing your own jobs working on projects of circa 11 million.

What will you deliver?

- Management and control of subcontract orders, accounts and variation accounts in line with the main contract and sub-contract data base
- Post-tender internal and external pricing analysis/assessment for sign-off whilst ensuring within budget
- Conduct contract risk and opportunity assessment to identify these areas and plan for them accordingly to ensure pricing remains on budget without undermining Health and Safety.
- Manage subcontractor and professional services selection for new schemes, ensure the chosen contractor has the appropriate order and information to carry out their work, and helping to prepare procurement schedules liaising with legal counsel as required regarding contractual information (collateral warranties, PCG’s, etc)
- Completing a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projects.
- Commercial reporting / CVRs completed independently to be submitted for MQS approval
- Logical and auditable preparation of relevant documentation for valuation, procurement and commercial administration

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Relevant QS experience running your own jobs
Social housing and refurbishment experience
Experience working for a main contractor
Experience with excellent influencing and negotiation skills with the supply chain and/or external clients to ensure the business maximises profit throughout contract schemes
Excellent level of numeracy and verbal communication skills
IT skills
Full clean UK driving license

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Equans Data Centers is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to be based on a Data Center project in Newport, South Wales.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will work with the project teams and assist managing the commercial performance of the projects. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide expert advice on all commercial aspects of the projects including the management of costs and contractual matters.

What you will deliver?

Carry out the commercial activities to meet the project objectives, by providing advice, guidance and support to the project team.
Ensure compliance and governance in respect to various forms of contract including JCT, NEC etc.
Handle the contract and execute financial reviews and continually monitor projected costs and control within budget.
Take ownerships of and be responsible for the project cost budget and provide guidance and direction as required.
Ensure variations to the contracts are priced and agreed at the earliest opportunity.
Ensure commercial control of projects are maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Prepare and present financial control/WIP/CVR documents and submit reports as required for month end results, forecast and activity reports.
Fulfil Health & Safety responsibilities by adherence to the requirements of the Company's Health & Safety Policy and Health & Safety Management Plans.

What we can offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 4 times annual salary
Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance (Family Cover)
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

A Senior Quantity Surveyor with proven experience in the construction/M&E sector.
The ability to communicate, influence and challenge to deliver results.
Excellent team working skills and experience of dealing with project teams.
Experience of working with a main contractor or large subcontractor.
The ability to identify risk in project and implement and manage risks, procedures and contingencies.

Who are we?

We are a strategic data center partner delivering every aspect of general contractor design, build, and commissioning for major data centers across Europe to provide new build, fit-out, complex retrofit, and upgrade through one point of contact.

Leveraging decades of experience with Bouygues Energies & Services and Equans in data centers, we deliver to every aspect of client needs through sustainability, health and safety, and wider engineering considerations. At Equans Data Centers, we’re unique in our ability to bring clients complete in-house expertise across many facets of consulting, architecture, construction, and engineering. We are a true combination of global standardisation and local on-the-ground expert teams in every key European country to ensure the right level of localisation. We have total control of our supply chain, with the robustness of a global and European leader in construction behind us. And our most highly qualified and expert teams are focused on client success above all.

This enables us to deliver data centers with the best possible quality, speed to delivery, and high repeatability and scalability – to realise client needs for cost transparency, low risk, continual availability, innovation, and certainty of planning and outcomes.

With more than 1,200 highly skilled employees, across 8 European countries, Equans has delivered over 300,000m2 of data halls, exceeding 500MW of IT space for major Data Centers providers such as VIRTUS Data Centers, Digital Reality, Equinix, Vantage Data Centers, Stack Infrastructure, Cloud HQ and many others.

Equans Data Centers is positioned to meet and exceed the increasingly demanding planning and capacity needs of hyperscaler and colocation businesses across Europe.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Electrical Estimator

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

Equans has a great opportunity for an experienced M&E Estimator who has worked either within the LED street lighting or highways infrastructure sector. This is a pivotal role in our aim to expand within the street lighting and highways sector.

The role itself can be based from Manchester, Middlesborough, Welwyn Garden City, London Waterloo or Sittingbourne offices and potentially home based.

Key activities

To prepare and compile large/complex quotations and maintenance tenders for submission to clients.
Receipt of client enquiries and establishment of suitability within the business. Creation of CRM record, review of the scope and circulation to relevant operational division.
Liaison with senior management to develop the Bid Strategy and request support to produce programmes, risk/compliance matrices and quality submissions as dictated by the enquiry. Visit site if required. Engage with Procurement team where necessary.
Prepare Bills of Quantity from drawing take off (where required) and raise technical queries with the client, where appropriate.
Liaise with the operational team to assess labour and fleet resource required and cost using up to date rates. Agree productivities and works duration, including preliminary items.
Update CRM record on submission and track progress with client. Ensure the relevant divisional team management are kept up to date with any developments.
Assist procurement with compiling the material approval package for submission to client.

Skills, qualifications & experience

Previous experience in an Estimating role within street lighting or highways
Preferably from an Electrical Engineering background with Engineering qualifications (degree/HND etc.), other disciplines may be considered such as Instrumentation & Control, Civil, Process Engineering etc.
Experience of a wide range of tender types/sizes in the Highways (Road Lighting & Motorway Communications) / M&E / Utilities sectors.
Experience of supporting multiple tenders simultaneously
Ability to identify and price risks & opportunities
Diplomatic communicator, with excellent relationship building skills
Strong attention to detail, organisational and time management skills
Ability to work as part of a team and cross functionally
Comfortable visiting sites including highways and substations
Degree/HNC in construction related subject, or qualified by experience
NEC and MF1 forms of contract experience
Able to produce simple programmes to evaluate preliminaries and phasing of work, and understand from a client/main contractor

Our excellent benefits package includes:

Generous holiday allowance
Private medical
Non contractual bonus
Company share scheme
2 paid volunteering days a year
Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
Employee assistance programme

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals

Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Newcastle on a permanent basis. This is a fulltime role working Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

To take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues. This is to include ensuring applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms and ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors. In addition, ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time, and monitored. To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy.

What will you deliver?

Control all expenditure
Reconcile cost/value reports and profit forecasts
To assist the Contract Manager with pre-start planning and programming
Continual use of the sub-contract data base
Sub-contract procurement and commercial management
Management and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accounts
Change management control
Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
To manage the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting
Develop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughout
Assist the Contract Manager with subcontractor selection and ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate skill set and capability to deliver the works. Place the appropriate order and all required information to carry out their work
Liaise with the Contract Manager over contractual issues and take action as required
Measure progress, submit valuations, submit final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner in accordance with the contracts
Process subcontractor requests for payment
Completing a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projects
Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases
Attend project and company related meetings
Ensure the company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by an contractual or financial arrangement
Manage the costs on a project to ensure both the company and the client is fully advised of the cost situation

Sufficiently manage the financial aspects of the project to ensure the correct safety equipment is used at all times
Be responsible for your safety and others around you

Ensure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply change
Assisting the development and training of trainee and assistant surveyors
Maintain and develop professional relationships with the Client, to help future business development
Any other reasonable management request

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, and benefits package, which includes;

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 3.5 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Skills and abilities

Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent level of numeracy
Excellent influencing skills
IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word etc.

Experience

Industry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor
Post graduate experience within a surveying position reporting to either a Senior Surveyor or a Commercial Manager

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to be based in the North West. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary up to £55,000, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

To take responsibility, ownership and accountability of the successful management and control all aspects of the commercial / financial and contractual elements of the designated project in order to control and maximise the company’s profitability, protect the companies legal and contractual obligations under the contract and to manage proactively the control of all commercial issues. This is to include ensuring applications and valuations are completed in line with the contract terms and also ensuring sub-contractors receive prompt payment and are procured in line with our contractual obligations and Commitments to Subcontractors. In addition, ensuring cost reports and the like are managed, completed on time and monitored. To understand, implement and adhere to the company SHEQ policy/strategy.

Key Accountabilities

Control all expenditure
Reconcile cost/value reports and profit forecasts
To assist the Contract Manager with pre-start planning and programming
Continual use of the sub-contract data base
Sub-contract procurement and commercial management
Management and control of sub-contract accounts and variation accounts
Change management control
Assisting and liaising with the buyers on materials procurement and buying opportunities
To manage the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting
Develop an understanding of the designated contract, specification and pricing ensuring compliance with conditions throughout
Assist the Contract Manager with subcontractor selection and ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate skill set and capability to deliver the works. Place the appropriate order and all required information to carry out their work
Liaise with the Contract Manager over contractual issues and take action as required
Measure progress, submit valuations, submit final accounts and retention release and monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner in accordance with the contracts
Process subcontractor requests for payment
Completing a monthly cost / valuation report and cash flow for the designated projects
Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases
Attend project and company related meetings
Ensure the company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by an contractual or financial arrangement
Manage the costs on a project to ensure both the company and the client is fully advised of the cost situation
Sufficiently manage the financial aspects of the project to ensure the correct safety equipment is used at all times
Be responsible for your safety and others around you
Ensure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply change
Assisting the development and training of trainee and assistant surveyors
Maintain and develop professional relationships with the Client, to help future business development
Any other reasonable management request

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

Industry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor within a Social Housing environment
Post graduate experience within a surveying position reporting to either a Senior Surveyor or a Commercial Manager
Experience of social housing, including responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliancy services and planned maintenance works

Skills and abilities

Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent level of numeracy
Excellent influencing skills
IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word etc.

Key Attributes

Excellent Time Management
Ability to work under pressure
Prepared to work within various geographical areas
Confident
Self-motivated
Enthusiastic
Flexible & adaptable
Good verbal and written communicator
Ability to work both alone and as part of a team
Resilient

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

For more information about EQUANS, please visit:

https://www.equans.co.uk/equans

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. There is no re-location package with this job role. EQUANS do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

Managing Quantity Surveyor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to be based in Oldham. This is a permanent full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. On

offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package.

General Overview

To assist the Commercial Manager with effective financial management during pre-commencement stage in order to reduce risk and increase target contribution prior to commencement on site.

To play a fundamental role within the site team to ensure the efficient delivery of each scheme. It is also essential that the SQS undertakes financial management and accurate reportage, in accordance with company procedures.

To assist the CM in financial pre-commencement activities such as pricing of works for submission to client, appointment of consultants, initial subcontract negotiations.

To carry out key commercial tasks such as bonus payments, subcontract procurement and management, site measurement, internal and external valuations, Management of change orders, Cost Value reportage, Performance Reviews – all in accordance with the Quantity Surveyors Manual and Training Plan.

Key Accountabilities

Within the Business

Promote the Company Mission and participate in Company Training and Development.
Maximise profitability and cash benefit for the company.
To build up relationships with site teams, office staff, clients and their representatives.
Continue personal professional development.

Subcontract procurement and order placement

Production of enquires.
Obtaining quotations and completing comparisons.
Order value negotiations and agreements.
Ensure subcontractors price is in line with our supply chain agreements to maximise rebates.
Appoint subcontractor and complete Pre Order Meeting.
Administration of order documents.

Subcontract Account Management

Monthly valuation assessment and administration.
Monitor and record works complete.
Administration of payments in line with agreed payment dates.
Forecasting final accounts through to completion.
Agreement of final accounts and obtainment of Final Account Indemnity form upon completion.

Monthly cost value reports

Completion of initial internal value split within cost value report to determine value within each discipline.
Completion of cost projection for duration of scheme across all elements to establish projected final cost.
Produce accurate cost information for monthly Cost Value Report.
Completion of Cost Value Report by inputting accurate costs.
Updating internal value in line with most recent projected final account.
Updating projected cost for the duration of scheme.
Ensure Subcontract and Material liabilities are input accurately.
Completion of Contribution Action Plan.
Ensure cash position updated accurately.
Attend budget meetings with site team.
Production of performance review document for senior management.
Present current Cost Value Report to senior management during performance review.

Management of change orders/variation accounts

Accurately record occurrence of any change orders; whether client or contractor led.
Pricing of change order to establish cost and value.
Production of early warning notice / change order for submission to client.
Update Cost Value Report ensuring both cost and value are updated prior to monthly report.
Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Value engineering process to ensure best value for client and to maximise internal contribution.

External valuations

Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly external valuations.
Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly external valuations.
Production of external valuation; ensuring cash position is maximised.
Update projected final account to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Update cash flow to be submitted to client with monthly valuation claim.
Ensure interim certificate is obtained by the 7^th of the month.

Internal valuations

Produce accurate information from site measures and subcontract accounts to enable the completion of the monthly internal valuation.
Produce accurate information on change orders to enable the completion of monthly internal valuation.
Production of internal valuations prior to completion of monthly Cost Value Report.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?

Experience

Industry experience in the role of a Quantity Surveyor

Experience of planning, organising and prioritising workload whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy
Soft skills encompassing empathy, understanding and listening
Knowledge of social housing contracts including responsive repairs, voids, cyclical works and planned works is a must

Skills and abilities

High level of interpersonal skills (i.e. listening skills)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good understanding of budget forecasting, cashflow and CVR reporting
Experienced of managing a small team and is able to demonstrate the ability to develop team members
Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and word

Key Attributes

Team Player.
Confident and able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients;
Ability to multitask;
Well organised;
Good time management skills;
Self motivated; and
Enthusiastic.

Who are we?

What's next?

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