Senior Cost Estimator
3 weeks ago
**Job Description:**
We are looking for a highly skilled Quantity Surveyor to join our client's commercial team. The successful candidate will have experience in the civil engineering sector and a solid understanding of the NEC form of contract.
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Main Responsibilities:
- Cost Estimating and Budgeting: Assist in preparing cost estimates for projects, ensuring that budgets are adhered to.
- Tendering and Procurement: Help with the preparation and evaluation of tender documents, liaising with contractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to obtain competitive prices for services and materials.
- Contract Administration: Assist in administering the terms and conditions of contracts, including reviewing and understanding contract documents.
- Cost Control and Monitoring: Tracking project costs against the initial estimates and budgets, identifying any discrepancies, and making recommendations for corrective actions if necessary.
- Risk Management: Identifying potential risks related to costs and schedules and helping to develop strategies to manage these risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Financial Reporting: Producing and maintaining reports on the financial status of the project, which includes cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and valuation reports for clients and stakeholders.
- Client Liaison and Communication: Working with clients, contractors, and consultants to discuss budgets, project progress, and any financial issues that arise during the construction process.
Essential Requirements:
- Proficient with Contracts and Costing: A good knowledge of NEC (New Engineering Contract), and the ability to manage cost estimation, budgeting, and procurement effectively.
- Strong Negotiation Skills: Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to achieve the best value for the project, balancing cost with quality.
- Industry Experience and Practical Expertise: Experience working on similar civil engineering projects, whether for Tier 1, Tier 2 contractors, or specialized sectors.
- Is Technologically Savvy: Familiarity with modern software tools for cost estimation, project management, and BIM (Building Information Modeling).
- Strong Technical Knowledge: Understanding of civil engineering principles, materials, construction methods, and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Detail-Oriented: Accuracy in measuring quantities, calculating costs, and managing project finances is vital to ensuring that projects stay within budget and on schedule.
- Excellent Communication Skills: The ability to clearly communicate with clients, contractors, suppliers, and team members, and to resolve disputes or issues diplomatically.
- Degree, or similar, in Quantity Surveying.
- A valid UK driving license.
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