Quantity Surveyor at Sheffield Steel Systems

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Broader understanding of market prices with increased focus on quality of works done
• Guide on vetting of new suppliers and existing suppliers on their fitness for purpose for execution of civil works as expected by the site.
• Prepare cost analysis based on the architectural drawings, engineering estimates, materials required and labor involved.
• Prepare cost plans to enable design teams to produce practical designs for construction projects, which involve liaising with architects and engineers.
• Prepare tender and contract documents, including bills of quantities
• Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and, where appropriate, negotiate with the contractors.
• Control all stages of projects within predetermined budget and expenditure.
• Monitor and keep track of project progress and are responsible for the measurement and valuation of variations in the work during the contract, for agreement of interim payments and the final account.
• Work as part of a team to ensure that the requirements of the client are delivered.
• Carry out monthly valuations of work in progress, including forecasting of final costs and sales.
• Provide advice to project staff on commercial and contractual matters including reviewing and drafting of correspondence.
• Monitor all commercial information in relation to project including labor, material and sub- contractor cost forecasting thus ensuring budgets adhered to.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree Civil Engineering or related course
• Demonstrates accuracy, attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated 2-3 years’ experience in management of quantity surveying process post registration.
• Experience working in a fast paced work environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• A registered member of chartered institute