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The main responsibilities will be to perform cost management duties both pre and post contract on infrastructure and building projects. The Associate will generally be responsible for the following tasks:
Leading and delivery of all aspects of quantity surveying from inception of a project through to completion.
Achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the company.
To maintain and develop good relationships with clients, take every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional, premium quality services to the construction industry.
Produces cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage.
Oversee the production of a detailed BOQ for tender.
Manage the tender process, review and analyse tender returns and prepare a recommendation to the client.
Input into value and risk management workshops as required by the client.
Oversee the contract administration including progress payments and change requests
Lead negotiation of final accounts settlements as necessary.
Play an actual part in sector specialisms, technical excellence and the development of thought leadership and the development of best practices.
Drives performance standards through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process with his team.
Works on projects of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors and appropriate problem solving. Acts as an advisor to subordinates to resolve technical problems.
Accountable for briefing the team on the project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood.
Manages the resources on project and within the team to drive maximum efficiencies.
Be aware of and develop marketing opportunities and where appropriate bring to the attention of Directors and the Business Development Department, in order that they may assist in following up potential leads enabling the development of new business.
The main responsibilities will be to perform cost management duties both pre and post contract on infrastructure and building projects. The Associate will generally be responsible for the following tasks:
Leading and delivery of all aspects of quantity surveying from inception of a project through to completion.
Achieve the highest standards of professional competence and to demonstrate this ability in all dealings with clients and professional contacts, reinforcing the profile of the company.
To maintain and develop good relationships with clients, take every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional, premium quality services to the construction industry.
Produces cost estimates at concept, scheme and detailed design stage.
Oversee the production of a detailed BOQ for tender.
Manage the tender process, review and analyse tender returns and prepare a recommendation to the client.
Input into value and risk management workshops as required by the client.
Oversee the contract administration including progress payments and change requests
Lead negotiation of final accounts settlements as necessary.
Play an actual part in sector specialisms, technical excellence and the development of thought leadership and the development of best practices.
Drives performance standards through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process with his team.
Works on projects of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors and appropriate problem solving. Acts as an advisor to subordinates to resolve technical problems.
Accountable for briefing the team on the project scope to ensure roles and responsibilities are understood.
Manages the resources on project and within the team to drive maximum efficiencies.
Be aware of and develop marketing opportunities and where appropriate bring to the attention of Directors and the Business Development Department, in order that they may assist in following up potential leads enabling the development of new business.
Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying
Accredited MRICS member
Specific skills required
Familiar with using Cost X software or other cost planning software would be an advantage
Good understanding of preparing cost plans to elemental detail
Through understanding of Conditions of Contract and contractual issues
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide specialist services in support of project requirements
Independently performs highly complex professional assignments
