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Senior Quantity Surveyors required by a forward-thinking Civil Engineering contractor on a permanent basis. Our client has established themselves as key delivery contractor on site at Hinkley Point C in Somerset. Our client offers the opportunity to work on one of the UK’s biggest and technically challenging Civil Engineering projects. We will also consider applications from Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers. Working hours are Monday to Friday (40 hours) with the option of hybrid working 1 or 2 days per week. Due to the nature of the scheme the successful candidate will be required to undergo security clearance.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you will:

* managing change through CEMAR, ensuring adherence to contractual timescales

* ensuring timely production of Monthly Applications for Payment in accordance with the conditions of the contract

* providing commercial advice to the site team and management on all contractual issues

* overseeing supply chain management by drafting and issuing NEC3 subcontracts, ensuring clear communication of contractual obligations and terms.

* preparing internal contract valuations, ensuring accurate assessments of project costs and progress

* preparing monthly cost and value reports and present findings to senior management

* fostering effective communication with project managers, the managing QS and associated engineering disciplines

* compiling forecasts and attend forecast meetings, contributing to data-driven decision-making and proactive risk mitigation strategies

* supporting Contracts Managers and operational teams by offering sound commercial advice on projects, leveraging industry expertise and best practices

* mentoring junior members of the commercial team, facilitating their professional growth and knowledge transfer, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development

* Managing projects to maximise opportunities and minimise risk.

Our client requires a Senior Quantity Surveyor with:

* to possess an excellent understanding of NEC forms of contracts

* excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and office packages

* the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ranging from £10k to £10m

* excellent commercial awareness

* to be driven and self-motivated

* experience in producing internal and external reports

* a relevant, degree level qualification - desirable

* a nuclear, M&E or civils background – desirable

* experience working under TSC contracts – desirable

* relevant professional qualification (RICS/CICES) – desirable.

Salary and benefits include:

£60,000 - £70,000

25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.

Up to 20% combined pension contribution.

The opportunity to buy up to ten days' holiday and sell up to five every year.

Performance related bonus of around 5%.

A healthcare package that supports you with your healthcare costs.

A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.

Sustainable benefits including electric vehicle and cycle2work schemes.

A range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

One paid volunteering day each year.

Cashback and discounts from over 3,000 retailers.

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Seryn Stickley on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed).

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