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Quantity Surveyor
Lanes Group. Manage commercial aspects of allocated wastewater infrastructure projects from pre-construction through completion and final account .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing commercial aspects of wastewater infrastructure projects, including budget establishment, cost control, and contract administration. Proficient in NEC contract management and capable of delivering projects within approved budgets and timelines.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Quantity Surveying ExperienceNEC Contract ManagementCost Control and ForecastingCivil Engineering KnowledgeMicrosoft Excel Proficiency
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Hard Skills
Cost PlansFinancial ForecastsValuationsChange ManagementProcurementSubcontract AdministrationMeasurement and ValuationCommercial DashboardsRisk ManagementInterim Payment Applications
Soft Skills
Numerical SkillsAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborative Approach
Tools & Technologies
Commercial Reporting Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Degree in Quantity SurveyingHNC/HND in Commercial ManagementMembership of RICSMembership of CIOB
Industry Keywords
Wastewater InfrastructureUtilities ConstructionCivil EngineeringInfrastructure DeliveryWater Industry
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage commercial aspects of allocated wastewater infrastructure projects from pre-construction through completion and final account
- Establish and maintain project budgets, cost plans, forecasts, commitments and cash flow projections
- Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and identify risks, variances and cost-saving opportunities
- Prepare monthly cost reports, CVRs, commercial dashboards and financial forecasts
- Administer NEC contracts and manage compensation events, variations and scope changes
- Assess subcontractor compensation events, quotations, applications and contractual entitlements
- Procure and commercially manage subcontractors, suppliers and specialist service providers
- Prepare enquiries, review quotations, undertake commercial comparisons and support subcontract negotiations
- Undertake measurement and valuation of civil engineering, wastewater and associated infrastructure works
- Prepare interim payment applications and valuations supported by accurate records
- Support commercial delivery of storm overflow reduction, wastewater pumping station, sewer network and associated treatment infrastructure projects
- Assess cost and programme implications of ground conditions, access constraints, temporary works, traffic management and existing-asset interfaces
- Attend progress meetings, commercial reviews, risk workshops and subcontractor meetings
- Liaise with Yorkshire Water representatives, designers, delivery partners and supply chain members
- Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
- Prepare, negotiate and agree subcontractor and project final accounts
- Support delivery of Yorkshire Water’s wastewater capital investment programme within approved budgets and timescales
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial role within civil engineering, water, wastewater, utilities or infrastructure construction
- Working knowledge of NEC contracts, preferably NEC3 or NEC4
- Experience in cost control, forecasting, valuations, change management, procurement and subcontract administration
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, activity schedules, bills of quantities and construction programmes
- Understanding of civil engineering construction methods and commercial challenges associated with infrastructure delivery
- Strong numerical, analytical, organisational and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects and meet reporting deadlines
- Competent in Microsoft Excel and relevant commercial reporting systems
- Collaborative approach, with confidence to challenge costs, negotiate with the supply chain and identify opportunities to improve commercial outcomes
- Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a relevant construction discipline, or equivalent practical experience
- Working towards, or membership of, RICS, CIOB or another relevant professional body is desirable
- Relevant water industry, NEC contract management or infrastructure commercial experience is advantageous
Benefits
Comp & perks- Professional growth opportunities
- Diversity and inclusion commitment
- Equal opportunities for all employees
- Collaborative working environment
- Site-based and office-based working arrangement