Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor - Groundworks

Compensation: £50,000-£70,000 depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Location: Cambridge

Start Date: Immediate

My client is currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their esteemed team. This pivotal role involves spearheading the financial management of Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects, with a primary focus on the Housing/Commercial and Industrial sectors.

Responsibilities:

* Conduct comprehensive quantity surveying tasks and precise cost estimation for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects.

* Assume full responsibility for overseeing project finances from inception to completion, including the meticulous preparation of tender documents and final accounts.

* Employ accurate measurement techniques to assess and value work progress effectively.

* Efficiently allocate resources and procure materials in alignment with project requirements.

* Exercise adept management of subcontractors, ensuring cost-effectiveness and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.

* Serve as a key liaison between the production team and clients, adeptly communicating project requirements and objectives.

* Collaborate seamlessly with client commercial teams, actively participating in site meetings as necessary.

* Skillfully handle subcontract enquiries and quotations with a keen eye for detail.

* Identify and proficiently manage contract variations throughout project lifecycles.

* Prepare project invoices and final accounts meticulously, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

* Foster and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, establishing trust and reliability.

* Proactively seek out new tender opportunities to facilitate business growth and expansion.

Requirements:

* Demonstrated proficiency in quantity surveying techniques and precise cost estimation for Groundworks and Civil Engineering projects, particularly within Housing developments.

* Exceptional ability to collaborate effectively to deliver projects on time and within budget constraints.

* Familiarity with various contract forms, including the JCT contract range.

* Proficiency in relevant software and documentation tools such as Excel, Adobe, and Bluebeam.

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail in commercial documentation.

* Self-motivated with a proven ability to work autonomously and drive results.

* Capacity to efficiently manage both external client demands and internal project requirements.

* Strong commercial awareness, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects within the designated sectors