Managing Quantity Surveyor

Job description

The Managing Quantity Surveyor maximizes project margin and adds value to construction by proactively engaging in procurement, cost management and reporting. Responsibilities include monthly valuations of work in progress with final cost forecasting, preparing and monitoring cashflow forecasts, measuring, valuing, submitting and negotiating contract variations, advising staff on commercial and contractual matters, preparing and negotiating final accounts, vetting subcontractor tenders and contracts, certifying monthly subcontractor valuations and final accounts, ensuring commercial processes are followed at project level, assisting with purchasing targets and cost budgets, and producing accurate formal reports on schedule. Requires ERP knowledge, preferably SAP

Requirements

• proficient in accurate monthly forecasting
• proficient in measuring, valuing and negotiating contract variations
• knowledge of cashflow management
• experience with financial reporting
• knowledge of legal, contractual and construction matters
• proficient technical writing in English
• relevant commercial experience with a contracting organization
• ERP knowledge, preferably SAP
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Surveying
• member of another company such as IWFM/IFMA
• Chartered membership of CIOB or RICS

Skills