Quantity Surveyor
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Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Industry: Rail & Civil Engineering Asset Management
Location: Inverness Scotland
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team in Inverness where you will play a vital role in delivering commercial support on the reactive minor works civils framework for Network Rail. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to further their professional development in a fast-paced and varied project environment.
Depot QS required for our Inverness Depot on our The QS will have full commercial responsibility and accountability alongside the Depot PM for the commercial performance of the Inverness Depot. The key QS duties are the estimating of work remits all subcontract procurement monitoring of costs and value monthly valuations contributing to month end reporting and final accounting of each individual work remit.
Business Unit
Our projects encompass a diverse range of multi-disciplinary civil engineering works collaborating with clients such as Local Authorities Network Rail environmental agencies and private developers. Current live infrastructure projects include Roads Bridges Footbridges Tunnels Underbridges Flood alleviation and repairs Embankments Rail platforms and much more.
We are actively managing multiple frameworks including Civils Asset Management (CAM) Renewals Enhancement Framework (REF) and a slab track framework.
Key Responsibilities
As a Quantity Surveyor based in our Inverness Depot you will be an integral member of the commercial team with responsibilities that include:
- Supporting Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers in managing multiple projects on time and within budget.
- Preparing accurate and timely estimates for all remits.
- Engaging with clients to resolve pricing issues as they arise.
- Collaborating with Site Managers to gather necessary information on ongoing remits.
- Managing subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
- Overseeing change management processes and issuing early warnings when necessary.
- Administering contracts in line with NEC or Network Rails specific contractual forms.
- Conducting cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
- Finalising accounts for completed works.
Requirements
To qualify for this role candidates should possess:
- Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (e.g. HNC/HND/Degree).
- Strong contractual experience with NEC or bespoke Network Rail forms of contract.
- Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a civil engineering contracting environment.
- Experience in the rail sector is beneficial but not essential.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package negotiable based on experience alongside a range of benefits including:
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays (increasing with service)
- Up to 3 volunteer days
- Company contributory pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Health cash plan and rewards through Westfield
- A robust framework for personal and professional development with numerous internal career progression opportunities
- Continuous learning opportunities
- A committed focus on maintaining a safe work environment
- Employee forums to ensure your voice is heard
How to Apply
If you are an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career we would love to hear from you.
The Company
Why AmcoGiffen
You will be joining a reputable and firmly established engineering contractor operating nationally in rail civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil building mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country you will become part of our expert outfit.
AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive live assets in highly regulated environments we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail power generation electricity distribution flood defence aviation waterways and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen
We value collective expertise but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us you can be you because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.
We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training raising awareness regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.
Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety Professionalism Innovation Respect Integrity and Teamwork.
AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer offering challenging worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesnt matter to us what your age disability employment status gender health marital status sexual preference membership or non-membership of a trade union nationality race religion or social class are or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.
Health & Wellbeing
Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour 7 days a week counselling and advice services.
Is AmcoGiffen your next career challenge If so apply now!
For more information or to arrange a private and confidential discussion about AmcoGiffen career opportunities please contact our Recruitment Team:
The Benefits
We offer excellent career prospects a competitive salary and outstanding training development and support opportunities. You can expect to receive a range of benefits (role dependent) including:
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