Jobs, fresher vacancy - Senior Quantity Surveyor • UK

Company: ISG Construction

UK

About ISGISG is a dynamic global construction services company.We have had a hand in some of the world’s most impactful and recognisable places, but our legacy is about far more than buildings. Across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we deliver places where people and businesses make memories, forge new experiences, and reach their goals.In short, we deliver the places that enable people and businesses to thrive.Job Title: Senior Quantity SurveyorDivision: UK ConstructionLocation: ReadingReporting To: Managing Quantity SurveyorConstruction South is part of the UK Construction business and includes the Wales and West, and the South East . Projects on average range between £5 - £50 million and are primarily based in the Public Sector with some projects in the Private Sector. Sectors include Leisure, Justice, Defence, Education, Health and Commercial offices.Role PurposeTake lead and overall responsibility of the commercial aspects of a large project delivering to an agreed profit margin and other deliverables.Undertake regular reviews of the commercial performance of the project to improve commercial certainty and maximise success of the projects.To ensure best practice and continuous improvement in commercial processes on site.To provide high quality management information to senior management.To lead and develop a commercial team to ensure a fully integrated project team.Key AccountabilitiesAttend tender presentations for new projects, contribute, lead commercially and presentDuring proposal stage, prepare the budget and prelims build up, obtain and vet trade contractor bids, compile the ISG company information section for the proposal document and collate the overall documentPrepare trade contractor bid list in conjunction with the Project Manager and obtain approval via team meetingsConfirm project insurance arrangementsPrepare and monitor bid package tender schedule and report against the cost plan where required and advise on selection of trade contractorsAdvise client on contract procurement routes availablePrepare and monitor Subcontract Procurement Schedule, compile trade contract bid documents and carry out tender analysis and issue purchase ordersPlace orders and instruct / manage trade contractors. (Including compiling subcontracts/works contacts/trade contracts)Advise on product selection, specifications and assist with the value engineeringManage change orders in conjunction with the Site/Project ManagerPrepare, submit and agree monthly costs reports, collating information from other Project/Assistant surveyors as necessaryPrepare, submit and agree periodic valuations for work completed to date with trade contractors and the client including preparation of rolling final account & subsequent final account agreement.Prepare Cost/Value Reconciliation (CVR), create regular budget and price updates, update computerised cost control system and prepare the monthly cost and progress report for ISG Directors responsible.Risk & Cash Management.Involvement in BD / developing relationships with key clients & design teams.Skills & ExperienceMain contractor experience within the Construction market.Direct experience of different project types. Experience of different contracts forms which need to include one of the management forms, 2 stage, single stage and Design & Build.Experience as a Lead Surveyor on projects ranging between £10m to £50mDemonstrably commercially focused with a proven track record of delivering high quality results whilst maintaining positive relationships in difficult commercial environments.Experience in claims resolution both with the Employer and Sub-Contractor.Experience in establishing, managing and leading a large project team and /or multiple smaller project teams.QualificationsRecognised qualification in a building related subjectRecognised chartership with MCIOB or MRICS is preferable#LI-MO1What's in it for you?Ongoing career development and accredited learningAnnual recognition and values awardsGlobal employee assistance programPension schemeLife assurancePrivate healthcare including private GP service and mental health pathwaysAs part of our wellbeing offering, ISG offers a monthly wellbeing allowanceCycle to work schemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeIndustry-leading family friendly policies (39 weeks maternity leave and 8 weeks paternity at full pay)Volunteer dayDiscounts such as cinema to ensure you're still loving ISG even when you leave the officeMost Friday's are a 4 pm finish providing work is completed for the weekYour work-life balance really matters to us, so in addition to your holiday allowance we have a You Day to allow you to take an extra day off to celebrate a special event, spend time with your family or just do something that will make your life easier or more enjoyableThriving networks including I-NOW (Women's Network), Race and Faith, LGBTQIA+, Armed Forced Covenant and the menopause working group, everyone’s invitedIf you'd like to speak to the Talent Acquisition team, please contact tateam@isgltd.com below for more details.