Senior Quantity Surveyor - East London (BBBH37266) Beckton, England

Salary: overtime rates
Senior Quantity Surveyor

East London | Permanent | Monday–Friday, Hybrid Available 

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading integrated design and build provider within the UK Water Sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading company delivering complex infrastructure projects through long-term framework partnerships, joint ventures, alliances, and direct contracting models.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary 
  • Hybrid Working 
  • Car/car allowance
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) 
  • Contribution Pension scheme 
  • Life Assurance 
  • Health Insurance 
  • Private Medical Insurance 
  • And many more benefits including – cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc 

Key Duties

  • Take responsibility for all quantity surveying activities associated with the delivery and commercial management of projects and work packages.
  • Work alongside design, construction, and supply chain teams to identify, monitor, analyse, and manage project costs effectively.
  • Build and maintain cooperative relationships with clients to ensure key business and project requirements are achieved.
  • Administer the main contract, ensuring all required contractual notices, communications, and correspondence are recognised, prepared, and issued in accordance with contractual obligations.
  • Prepare, review, and distribute subcontract documentation as required.
  • Support the management, assessment, and overall performance of subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead the preparation, submission, and negotiation of applications for payment to secure timely agreement and certification.
  • Produce and maintain accurate project cost reports, value reports, budgets, and financial forecasts.
  • Assist with the supervision, mentoring, and professional development of junior members of the commercial team.
  • Actively pursue ongoing professional development through attendance at networking events, industry conferences, professional bodies, associations, and groups to remain up to date with sector developments and emerging innovations.
  • Demonstrate a positive, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to work while providing clear, honest, and constructive feedback.
  • Undertake any additional duties, training requirements, and reasonable working hours necessary to fulfil the responsibilities associated with the position.
  • Represent the department and organisation professionally in all dealings with colleagues, clients, suppliers, and external stakeholders, while developing and maintaining constructive, positive, and mutually beneficial relationships.
  • Comply with all confidentiality requirements and take appropriate measures to safeguard sensitive information at all times.

Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent
  • Experience of managing projects in excess of £5m
  • Procurement of large value packages
  • Experience in utilities/civil engineering/MEICA sectors
  • NEC3 or IChemE Experience  

Desirable

  • Experience of managing and developing an individual or small team
  • Working towards or have chartered membership of a recognised institution

Interested?

Apply today with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this Senior Quantity Surveyor opportunity in SW London, or contact Acorn by Synergie's Construction team for more information.