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DCS are currently Recruiting for a Senor Quantity Surveyor with a fit out background to join an established construction company based in Wrexham.

Summary

To ensure the commercial and contractual performance of designated projects is correctly managed and to ensure the company objectives are achieved or exceeded in respect of profitability and cash flow, in accordance with company procedures and core values.

Responsibilities

Undertake all commercial and contractual requirements on the designated projects in accordance with the company procedures and processes, ensuring sound financial performance including profitability, cashflow, and managing risks and opportunities.
Preparation of accurate and detailed monthly cost reports for review with the Managing Quantity Surveyor
Good working knowledge and application of Main Contract and Sub-Contract Forms and Standard Method of Measurement
Preparing and agreeing Monthly Valuations, including valuing variations and forecast final account
Appointment of Subcontractors in accordance with Company Procedures, including procurement and account management including valuations, payment notices and agreement of final accounts
To work closely with Contracts Management to ensure all required site records and correspondence are completed in accordance with the specific Contract requirements and Company Procedures.
Maintain close working relationship with the client and design team to assist in the success of the project
Liaise with Contracts Management to review and monitor project costs whilst achieving high standards of quality and health and safety.
Devise and implement strategies to maintain or exceed the company objectives discussing ideas with the Managing Quantity Surveyor
Provide project specific feedback to Estimating / Buying / Planning as appropriate
Responsibility for the development of Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyors where applicable
Key Skills

Strong knowledge of all aspects of the Quantity Surveying process gained with a number of years relevant contracting experience from working on numerous varied construction projects
Strong commercial acumen
Good working knowledge of construction methods and materials and their commercial implications
Problem solving and analytical skills
Good numeracy & IT skills
Ability to carry out the role independently with minimal supervision on numerous projects simultaneously
Good attention to detail; methodical and organised
Communicate and liaise with all staff to provide a teamwork approach to problem solving and carrying out tasks
In depth understanding of project management methods and the ability to influence project specific procedures with Contracts Management
Effective communication skills both written and verbal
Comfortable with deadlines and able to co-ordinate activities effectively to meet required deadlines
Awareness of the Divisions Business Plan and ability to promote the business to others
Be a good role model to staff in respect of personal and professional conduct
Undertake Training Seminars / CPD as appropriate to keep up to date with relevant industry practices
Knowledge of Company structure, core values and wider business activity
Please apply with an up to date CV.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wrexham

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