Senior Area Quantity Surveyor

Overview

My clients are looking to appoint Senior Area Quantity Surveyor on a permanent basis to be based at their regional office in Chester Le Street. My clients are a multiple disciplined construction business with this role sitting in their Highways department. My clients are looking for a candidate to bring commercial expertise to the forefront of regional projects, shaping financial performance while ensuring strategic control over contract delivery.Key Accountabilities

Leading the preparation of valuations and accounts while driving timely and accurate invoicingCollaborating with delivery teams to prepare robust financial forecasts and performance reportsEnsuring compliance with contract terms and prompt payment cyclesManaging subcontractor payments and reducing WIP and debtSecuring maximum commercial returns and managing contractual risk and dispute resolutionOverseeing procurement processes and ensuring risks are well controlledSupporting and developing a high-performing commercial teamMentor subordinate staffSkills, Experience and Qualifications

Relevant HND or Degree in Quantity SurveyingExperience of using the NEC forms of contractExperience of highway projectsDrive and ambition to succeedGood interpersonal skills as well as good oral and written communication skillsNumeracy and analytical abilityStrong negotiation skillsA collaborative leadership style with strong communication and coaching abilitiesCommercial awarenessAbility to work independently and as part of a teamProficient in the use of MS OfficeAppropriate CSCS card -desirableValid Driving licenceSalay and Benefits

Competitive basic salaryCompany car or car allowanceBonus schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeFamily Heath insuranceThis is a superb opportunity to join a an extremely successful and well renowned construction business with opportunity for career progression. For more information on this role please contact Paul Wilkinson on (phone number removed) or via email on (url ..... full job details .....