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Job Location drjobs

Edinburgh - UK

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

We build we transform and we connect. Our culture is one which fuels innovation transparency and inclusivity.

Are you ready to work with us to deliver a variety high quality engineering and construction solutions whilst making a positive difference to the communities we operate in

Outline of the role

As a Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for monitoring the control of costs maximising revenue minimising liabilities and maintaining the required standard of financial recording on a variety of projects. Provide commercial support to the delivery teams with the design and construction of the projects in line with time cost quality carbon HSE and custom

Project outline

Farrans have recently been awarded additional renewable windfarm projects in the highlands in Scotland. Our project scope consists of establishing the infrastructure for turbine installation and maintenance as well as substantial enabling works to accommodate turbine deliveries. The windfarms aim to improve the UK governments emissions by 2035.

As a Quantity Surveyor your duties will include

To achieve the appropriate commercial result for projects through the provision of accurate financial reporting.

Build and maintain working relationships with the supply chain and clients.

Manage subcontractor supplier accounts financially and contractually. Monitor subcontractors against the programme. Negotiate final accounts.

Place supply chain orders in accordance with the procurement schedule.

Complete measurements and valuations of work executed ensuring that they meet the conditions of the contract.

Ensure payments to Sub Contractors and Supplier are made to the terms and work in progress cash targets.

Ensure that Farrans Construction is compliant with all contractual requirements.

Monitor project expenditure against budget.

Provide analysis of cost overrun and cost projections.

Explore opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.

Liaise with clients on commercial issues including agreement of variations claims and additional payments.

Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable and documentation to clients.

Strive for continuous improvement within the commercial process and your area of responsibility

Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company pol

Required Skills and Experience

Prior pre and post contract experience in a construction QS role working on major projects

Strong understanding of modern building techniques plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues

Strong understanding of construction contract conditions

Appreciations of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions

Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent qualification

Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel Project PowerPoint Word Outlook) and database software

What we can offer you

Our employees are at the core of everything we do. We have an excellent internal culture which promotes ongoing learning in a diverse and inclusive environment offering career development and training pathways.

In addition to a competitive base salary we offer a wide range of benefits some of the key ones being:

Car allowance

Payment of an annual professional membership

Contributory pensions plan up to 6 (split contribution of 3

Health Shield (Medical & Dental Cover included)

34 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

Enhanced family policies

For this role we can offer living away from home allowance this depends on site and location and can be amended throughout your contract. We are here to make this as seamless as possible therefore we cover all accommodation costs provide you with a daily allowance and cover travels costs (as set out in our living away from home policy)

Visa sponsorship is not available in connection with this vacancy

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all.

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Full-Time

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