Purpose of the job

We are seeking an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team based either out of our Risley offices.  As a Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for supporting the commercial and contract management of our projects, from inception to final account.  You will work closely with Commercial Managers, project teams and support functions, and build strong relationships with our clients and supply chain.  Your enthusiastic and professional approach will be key to successful project commercial outcomes.

Reports to

Commercial Manager

Key Accountabilities

The Quantity Surveyor shall provide commercial support for the following aspects for projects that operate on a lump sum, remeasurable, target cost, or reimbursable basis:

Project cash flow and budget
Contractual terms & conditions (both client and supply chain)
Interim applications in accordance with contract procedures
Change management, in accordance with contract procedures
Negotiation of contract amendments, including review of terms & conditions
Subcontract account management, including review of interim applications, preparation of payment certificates, management and assessment of potential changes, and final accounting upon completion
Preparation of internal cost / commercial reports, including accurate margin forecasting
Compliance with all relevant Health & Safety regulations
 

Qualifications and Experience

·         Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or in related subject (candidates with appropriate experience may be considered)

·         1-5 years of experience in quantity surveying in the engineering or construction industry

·         Good knowledge of engineering and construction contracts, particularly the NEC suite of contracts

·         Demonstrable experience of carrying out Quantity Surveying duties on engineering and/or construction projects

·         Experience of supporting multiple contracts at the same time

·         Good oral and written communication skills

·         Ability to build good relationships with project teams, clients, and the supply chain

·         Ability to work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines

·         PC literate in the Microsoft Office suite

Desirable

·         Member of, or working towards membership of an appropriate professional institution (i.e., MRICS)  

·         General understanding of nuclear process plant and equipment

·         Experience of using the CEMAR Contract Management System

·         Current SC Clearance, or ability to achieve SC Clearance through NUVIA

·         Full UK driving licence

·         Flexibility to travel to other UK offices and sites on occasion as necessary

Why Nuvia

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.