Quantity Surveyor

We are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join our Stonecross office.

The Murphy Group is a multi-disciplined engineering and construction organisation, aiming to become a Tier 1 provider, as well as build on its overseas presence in Canada, Australia, USA and Middle East to become a truly international business.

This is an opportunity to join us during an exciting period of growth and change with one of the most recognised names in the industry.

Main Purpose of Role

To ensure that all commercial and contractual aspects of the projects under his/her remit are properly managed and controlled in an efficient manner to ensure the maximum return for the Group.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

- Establish and promote best practice in health, safety and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department.
- Preparation of internal Cost/Value Reports on a monthly basis
- Preparation of Valuations/Applications for Payment on a monthly basis with full supporting documentation in an efficient and timely manner and in accordance with the contract.
- Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client on a monthly basis with full supporting documentation.
- Preparation and management of subcontract and material Procurement Schedules.
- Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.
- Preparation of Early Warning Notices and associated registers.
- Identification and substantiation of Compensation Events/variations, extension of time claims, etc.
- Assist in the identification of commercial risks and opportunities and carry out value engineering exercises as required.
- Provide assistance, support and guidance to junior staff on commercial issues within the Project(s).
- To utilise MAXcel costing system to help improve cost control and financial/commercial reporting and ensure that all junior commercial staff are fully trained to utilise the system to its full potential.
- To ensure that a robust system of site records for all labour, plant, materials, staff, etc are kept as support for cost substantiation in the event of change and or delays to the contract Works.
- Ensure that a robust system of cost allocation/coding is followed which satisfies both internal and external req.
- Preparation of earned value calculations and detailed projected project outturn costs on a monthly basis as required by your Senior Line Manager.
- Re-measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required.
- Assist in the preparation of project final accounts
- Undertake any other work as required by your Senior Line Manager and Commercial Manager.

Qualifications / Training

- CSCS Card (relevant type)
- All roles are expected to have the relevant competency skills cards

Skills/ Experience

- Commercially astute. Working knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
- Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint)
- Experience within a construction/engineering or similar background. (Desirable).