Senior Quantity Surveyor
- Transportation
- Derby, Leeds, Manchester, London, Epsom, Bristol
Build a reputation for high-quality delivery.
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.
Join our Transportation Project Delivery Practice (PDP), where everyone pulls together to get the job done. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a key role in small, specialised schemes as well as the most high-profile projects in the country. You'll be trusted with leadership faster and supported to develop your career in a way that works for you.
This role can be based at any of our regional offices (circa 2-3 days per week) but may require occasional travel to sites or offices across the UK, to meet the requirements of our clients and project teams.
Your purpose:
- Balance risk, opportunity, and financial returns in both pre- and post- contract commercial management.
- Focus on delivery excellence and in year performance (revenue, cash, and EBIT) as well as supporting growth in the market.
- Preparation and negotiation of subcontract/subconsultant contract documents and advising of appropriate procurement strategies.
- Administration of lump sum, target cost and re-measurable contracts, including calculation of quantities and unit rates in compliance with contractual guidelines.
- Estimation and producing BofQ’s in line with standard methods of measurement.
- Develop monthly PSR (CVR) and associated commercial reports such as Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Shape and deliver the commercial strategy on projects to maximise revenue and cash flow.
- Influence change control, management of claims and disputes and provide clear and concise updates to project leads.
- Interpret contract programmes and schedules to identify associated risks and opportunities.
- Proactively engaging and advising project teams on commercial risks and opportunities, including regular visibility across offices and sites, where teams are based.
- Promote compliance with the Company Management System (CMS) and all AtkinsRéalis procedures, uphold company values and promote safety culture.
- Contribute to wider market and divisional requirements as they arise.
- Manage expectations of stakeholders and conflicting business priorities, whilst delivering to challenging deadlines.
What you can bring:
- Appropriate Degree and/or member of (or working towards) appropriate professional body (e.g., MRICS, MCInstCES etc).
- Robust background of delivery in a commercial role from main contractor or consultancy in Transport, Water and Energy sectors.
- Highly skilled in contract management and change control.
- Proficient in common Forms of Contract (particularly, experience in managing NEC & NEC PSC).
- An aptitude for solving complex and extensive problems and challenges creatively.
- Excellent analytical skills and consistent attention to detail with the ability to solve complex problems and mitigate risks.
- Exemplar verbal and written communication skills including reports, presenting and contractual correspondence.
- Demonstrable experience of managing others in commercial or project teams.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.
Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.
We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.
Security clearance:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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