Quantity Surveyor

RTL Group are looking for a site quantity surveyor to work for a leading marine civil engineering contractor in shoreham and surrounding areas!

The Site Quantity Surveyor plays a crucial role in ensuring the financial success and smooth operation of marine civil engineering projects. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks, requiring strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. This position necessitates a deep understanding of quantity surveying principles, cost control practices, and marine civil engineering specifics.

Quantity Surveyor Requirements:

• Quantity measurement and estimation: Gathering on-site data to estimate materials, labour, and equipment needed for marine construction projects, then collaborating with engineers to create detailed cost breakdowns.
• Cost control and budget management: Tracking project spending against budgets, helping to create forecasts, and implements cost-saving measures.
• Procurement and supply chain management: Sourcing materials, equipment, and subcontractors for marine construction projects, negotiating best deals and ensuring on-time delivery.
• Contract administration and variation management: Ensuring all contracts and changes are properly documented and managed to minimize project risks and disputes.
• Risk assessment and mitigation: Pinpointing project risks, crafting plans to address them, and monitoring those plans to keep the project on track.
• Quality assurance and compliance: Safeguarding project quality and safety by checking adherence to plans, coordinating inspections, and documenting any issues.
• Stakeholder communication and reporting: Analysing project finances through cost-value reconciliation and earned value analysis, identifying areas for improvement and suggesting corrective actions.
• Continuous improvement and personal development: Continuous learning to stay on top of industry developments and share knowledge for project optimisation.

Essential experience and skills

• 5 years experience of UK marine construction and/or quantity surveying
• A degree in Quantity Surveying
• A working knowledge of marine plant and lifting equipment
• Some knowledge of the offshore construction industry
• A solid understanding of HSE standards, regulations, reporting procedures, risk assessment and method statement requirements
• Familiarity with planning software and running the site cost forecast
• The ability to work proactively within the team in generating marketing leads and maintaining client relationships

Benefits

• Enjoy 28 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.
• We're an Investors in People Wellbeing Gold Organisation, prioritising your mental and physical health.
• Take advantage of ongoing career development opportunities to reach your full potential.
• Pension Scheme.
• A discretionary bonus scheme allows you to share in the company's success.
• An annual car allowance.

If This Role Sounds Of Interest Please Apply And One Of Our Team Will Be In Touch.