Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Main Purpose of Job:

Assist the BSL Southern business by providing commercial support to ensure they recover their contractual entitlement, recover cash in accordance with the contract, identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, and that projects are forecasted and reported accurately.

Key Roles, but not limited to:

• Preparation, submission and negotiating of interim and final accounts
• Client liaison/ attendance at meetings
• Management of cash collection to maximise cashflow
• Dispute Resolution, including the identification, preparation and settlement of variations and claims
• Advise Operations staff regarding commercial and contractual issues, and to provide Commercial and Operational support to ensure contractual notices are complied with
• Prepare commercial and contractual correspondence
• Ensuring adequate records are kept
• The preparation of initial budgets (in liaison with Operations)
• The preparation of internal monthly reports (in liaison with Operations), including comparisons to budgets/ re-forecasts, all in accordance with the reporting timelines
• Assessment and reporting of risk and opportunities
• Close working relationship with Operations to ensure early identification and resolution of commercial/ performance issues
• Procurement, payment and management of subcontractors
• Growing into review and negotiation of client contracts and collateral warranties
• Ensuring effective and consistent implementation of the Company's commercial policies and procedures
• Coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Ensure a relentless focus on safety – WORKSAFE HOMESAFE

Physical Working Environment :

Based in our Camberley office in Hampshire, with travel to and working from sites as required.

Desired profile

Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required :

• A BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying, or other relevant qualification, with a minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience in the Civil Engineering industry
• Membership of or progression towards membership of relevant professional body e.g. RICS or ICES  would be preferable
• Experience in Piling, Grouting and Design & Build environment would be an advantage
• A working knowledge of various forms of contract (including JCT, NEC, and ICE)
• Ability to review contracts and negotiate amendments
• Negotiation/Influencing skills
• Good communicator (written and oral) and a team player
• Demonstration of analytical thinking, reasoning, and the ability to use initiative
• Must be an excellent organiser with proven time management skills.
• Strong Maths, I.T skills and commercial awareness
• Working knowledge of Oracle, CEMAR, A-Site is preferable.

About Bachy Soletanche

Bachy Soletanche is a worldwide, leading specialist in modern geotechnics and foundation engineering. We bring our experience, innovation, and expertise together to deliver the highest quality ground engineering solutions. Whether you are seeking a small-scale sub-contractor or a major joint venture partner, we operate at every level and can offer as much support as you need to deliver your programme.
We believe that successful outcomes are based on collaboration, mutual respect and well-resourced teamwork. Our designs and advice are based on reliable evidence and relevant experience. Our designers, engineers, project managers and workforce all work together to protect your best interests.
Depending on the scale of your project, you will receive the specialist guidance of either our Core Business or Major Projects team to ensure we offer the most tailored approach to your scheme.
We listen, we question, we challenge, and we deliver.