Quantity Surveyor

About us Omexom is a brand through which VINCI Energies undertakes its Transmission & Distribution activities. Omexom UK and ROI is a community of incredible people, empowered to deliver the promises of digital and energy revolutions. Our vision to create a better future sits at the heart of everything we do. At Omexom you are free to be who you are and what you want to be. You can be part of a community that fosters entrepreneurial spirit and supports you in your personal development. We offer a flexible working environment with strong benefits such as 25 days holidays, matched pension contributions, a generous company share scheme and healthcare cover. Our culture is reflected in our values which we embody by empowering and bringing together amazing people. The Role The Quantity Surveyor will provide support to the Project Managers to assist with the effective running of the business unit. The job holder will work directly with local project sites and Project / Site Managers to ensure optimum delivery of projects Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Procurement of sub-contractors and the preparation of contract documents.
• Preparation of initial project budgets and thereafter maintaining them on a regular basis through the life cycle of the project.
• Preparation and agreement of variations.
• Preparation and agreement of valuations.
• Ensure that a detailed measure of works completed is maintained on an ongoing basis.
• Timely submission of cost/value reconciliations
• Manage sub-contractor valuations and associated payments
• Maintain labour cost scheduling in conjunction with the Project Managers.
• Maintain accurate cost reporting systems and associated projections
• Completion of internal monthly cost forecasting and project reviews.
• Preparation of all final account documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving all relevant IT reporting and control systems within your sphere of operation.
• Assist in estimating process providing cost build ups and cash flow forecasts.
• Review conditions of contract for tenders and advise of areas of risk.
• Attendance at meetings as required.

Essential skills and competencies

• A third level qualification in Quantity Surveying with a minimum of at least two years post qualification experience preferably in a construction environment with a civil engineering bias.
• Highly IT literate with experience of applying general / specialist packages within QS context.
• Previous experience of negotiating and interpreting conditions of contract.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills combined with the analytical skills to reach realistic workable solutions.
• A strong commercial focus with an ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to use initiative to develop new approaches and improve systems.
• The flexibility and adaptability to succeed within a demanding business with high levels of motivation and evidence of being a self starter.
• Good decision making and problem solving skills and the ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and be able to negotiate and use conflict resolution skills where appropriate.
• A flexible / adaptable approach to job role, working away from home when required and to a fast changing business environment.
• Highly motivated with strong levels of accountability and ownership.

General This role is either a remote position or working out of our North East office's. A competitive salary and benefits package will apply. Interested candidates should forward a covering letter and CV to paul.smith@omexom.co.uk clearly indicating the role and reference number they are applying for. Candidates must demonstrate how they meet the above criteria in their CV, as this information will be used for short-listing purposes.