Project Quantity Surveyor - Ref24358

Support the Project Department in the delivery of assigned Installations across the UK always ensuring a high standard and professional service. Co-ordinating with the purchasing / engineering teams and client to ensure projects are completed within the time frame allocated, and to assist other Project Mangers in their day-to-day tasks as and when required. To Develop and grow the commercial awareness, support with valuations, variations, prolongation claims, to carry out negotiations with subcontractors/Suppliers to protect the business

• Pre-contract commercial support to Project Managers in establishing contract administration governance and programme development on specific projects during the construction phase.
• Cost, value and cash flow forecasting of assigned projects
• Providing continual monitoring, auditing and review of work in progress projects and assisting with monthly commercial and programme reporting
• Identifying variations to the design, specification and programme of the construction works and preparation of variation claims to clients
• Interim valuations and applications for payment
• Value engineering of projects both pre and post contract award
• Identification of project risk and development of risk mitigation strategies
• Assistance to Project Managers on cost/value reporting, programme and financial forecasting
• Selecting and/or sourcing construction materials
• Sourcing, development, negotiation and drafting of subcontractor packages
• Assessing subcontractor claims and their validation
• Assisting with post project appraisals, identifying overspends and margin movement
• Certifying payments to subcontractors
• Liaising with client and engineering teams and sub-contractors monitoring key stage performance
• To attend site meetings when required
• Preparation and negotiation of final accounts with clients
• Leading on dispute resolution with clients and subcontractors, We operate nationally, across all industries in both commercial and domestic sectors, delivering a fire and security solution that responds to our customers particular needs. Our solutions are developed according to the industries we serve, addressing their unique compliance requirements, supporting them in maintaining their sites security and protecting their people. We have the luxury and benefit of being part of a wider group of businesses within the Fire Protection, Security & Building Management Systems industry, allowing us to share best-practice, learning & development academies, Human Resource specialists and knowledge for constant improvement across the critical service industry.
  
  Marlowe Fire & Security consider our people our greatest asset. All we ask is that every Team Member take pride in what they do and demonstrate commitment to delivering the highest level of service to both external and internal customers. Therefore, in addition to having all the usual attributes of a great Marlowe Fire & Security employee, such as; a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team….. For this specific opportunity, we are looking for candidates who offer:
• Experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with standard forms of contract such as NEC, JCT, ICE etc
• Excellent management and computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Customer focused with the ability to resolve customer queries
• Effective negotiation skills
• Be capable of working effectively under pressure in a deadline driven environment
• Professional with excellent communication, good commercial and contractual knowledge
• Strong organisational skills
• The ability to handle multiple priorities with a structured approach
• Self-motivated, proactive and enthusiastic
• The ability to work independently and a desire to learn
  
  Marlowe Fire & Security are the fastest growing fire & security business in the UK. From initial design, supply and installation, through to ongoing maintenance and monitoring, we maintain the capability to help prevent, detect and monitor Fire and Security risks for our customers up and down the country. We are currently looking to appoint a new Project Quantity Surveyor based out of our Risley offices.
  
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At Marlowe Fire & Security we recognise the importance of fairly rewarding our employees. We go above and beyond with our remuneration packages that not only meet the needs of a challenging economic climate, but we offer packages, benefits and incentives to support the broader needs of our people making their everyday lives and futures more comfortable. · Basic Salary - upto £55,000 per annum · Vehicle / Vehicle Allowance - subject to candidate preference · Royal London Pension · Life Assurance 4x Salary · Paid Holidays plus Bank Holidays · Additional Day holiday for each full year of completed service (up to 25 days) · Additional Birthday Holiday · Paid Candidate Referral Scheme - up to £1,000 per referral, unlimited referrals. · Mental Health & Well-being Scheme · Employee Recognition Scheme · Development and progression opportunities A Little More About Marlowe Fire & Security