The Company:
We are working with the North West Regional office of a Tier 1 Building Contractor who are well established in the North West, are active in a number of market sectors including; education, health, retail, leisure, residential, commercial and industrial.
They procure work through many of the key North-West public-sector frameworks and also work with a number of large private sector developers.
They are adding to their NW region's commercial team as part of their planned expansion in the region and upcoming schemes.
The Role:
They are recruiting for schemes in Cheshire and Manchester. You would typically be project-based focussing on the commercial performance of 1 large project with involvement starting during pre-construction right through to settlement with projects based within easy commute of the office.
Current schemes in pre-construction include; Offices, Apartments and a Leisure development valued from £25 Million upwards
General responsibilities will include the following;
Undertake commercial and contractual requirements on the designated projects in accordance with the company procedures and processes.
Ensuring sound financial performance including profitability, cash flow, and managing risks and opportunities.
Preparation of accurate and detailed monthly cost reports.
Application of Main Contract and Sub-Contract Forms and Standard Method of Measurement.
Preparing and agreeing Monthly Valuations, including valuing variations and forecast final account.
Help with the appointment of Subcontractors in accordance with Company Procedures, including procurement and account management including valuations, payment notices and agreement of final accounts.
To work closely with Contracts Management to ensure site records and correspondence are completed in accordance with the specific Contract requirements and Company Procedures.
Maintain close working relationship with the client and design team to assist in the success of the project.
You:
They would like to recruit an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a good track record of working in a similar role for a main building contractor.
You will be based in or be able to commute to Cheshire or Manchester daily.
You will be IT literate and have an excellent knowledge of Construction Contracts.
Rewards:
Family-friendly working is welcomed and encouraged – their employees can do the school drop off/pick-ups and home working is available.
You will get the chance to work on interesting projects in a tight geographical region in the North West of England.
You will receive a good salary package with wide-ranging benefits.
The opportunity to work with a friendly, forward-thinking contractor, who have an excellent reputation for how they treat their staff and provide a great environment to work in.