Quantity Surveyor

2024 is continuing to provide sustainable growth within OCU Group. Due to this continued growth we now have an opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Deeside.

The purpose of the role will be to assist the Operations & Line Manager with the daily running of all commercial aspects of the business.

You will play a key role in managing the costs and finances of construction projects from inception to completion. You will be responsible for estimating project costs preparing tender documents and managing contractual relationships with clients contractors and suppliers.

This role requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with project teams to achieve costeffective and successful project outcomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation and Budgeting:

• Prepare accurate cost estimates budgets and financial forecasts for construction projects based on drawings specifications and other project documentation.
• Analyse project requirements materials labour and overhead costs to determine project feasibility and establish costeffective solutions.

Tendering and Procurement:

• Prepare tender documents bills of quantities (BOQ) and contract specifications for procurement of construction works services and materials.
• Evaluate contractor bids and proposals negotiate contract terms and conditions and recommend selection of preferred suppliers or subcontractors.

Contract Administration:

• Administer contracts including issuing variations valuing works completed and assessing contractor claims for payment in accordance with contractual obligations and industry standards.
• Monitor project progress costs and variations and prepare regular reports on financial status cash flow and cost projections for management and stakeholders.

Risk Management:

• Identify assess and mitigate project risks related to cost schedule and quality and develop strategies to minimise potential impacts on project outcomes.
• Review contract terms insurance requirements and indemnities to ensure adequate risk transfer and compliance with regulatory standards.

Cost Control and Value Engineering:

• Monitor project costs and expenditures against budgets identify cost variances and deviations and implement corrective actions to control costs and maintain project profitability.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify value engineering opportunities and costsaving measures without compromising project quality or performance.

Dispute Resolution:

• Provide advice and assistance in resolving disputes claims and contractual issues arising during construction projects including negotiation mediation or arbitration as necessary.
• Document and maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence claims and resolutions for future reference and audit purposes.

Skills and Experience:

• Holder of a Full UK Drivers Licence.
• Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience.
• Experience within a similar role.
• Must be an excellent organiser with proven time management skills.
• Must be flexible in hours of work and travel.
• Have excellent communication both oral written numeric and computer skills (Microsoft outlook excel & word)
• Understanding & Proficiency to complete the monthly CVR process.
• Understanding of the accrual process.
• Previous CEMAR administration experience an advantage.
• Previous working knowledge of SAGE an advantage.
• Must be proficient with NEC 3/NEC 4 contracts all options and be able to work independently and/or as part of a team.

Company Information:

Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customerfocused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU One Company United.

We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.