Graduate QS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Attendance of pre-contract meetings
* Preparation and valuation of interim applications and final accounts
* Identification and notification of variations
* Administration of sub-contracts and sub-sub-contracts including issue of required Notices under the contracts
* Negotiation of subcontracts and sub-sub-contracts
* Preparation of payments for sub-sub-contractors
* Negotiation and resolution of contractual disputes
* Cash flow forecasting
* Assessing and managing credit risks
* Monthly WIP reports for accounts specifying and making provisions for any known/potential risks
* Support the on-going development of the company position in its key sectors
* Ensure compliance with the Company’s policies including Health & Safety
* Observe and comply with all good working practices.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES
Essential:
* Good knowledge of construction contract law
* Experience in contract negotiation
* Experience of administration of contracts and sub-contracts
* Claims and dispute resolution skills and proven record
* Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
* Commercially aware
* Time management and organisation skills
* Good computer skills with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office in particularly Excel
* Ability to work on own initiative, but understand level of responsibility within the team
* Hold a valid driving license
Desirable:
* BSc (Hons 2.1) in Quantity Surveying (or similar)
* Previous experience of working in the Precast Concrete sector
* Hold a current CSCS card

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