Senior Quantity Surveyor

About The Role Morrison Water Services is proud to announce our new framework within Southern Water, park of a transformative £3.7 billion capital delivery programme set to revolutionise water and wastewater management for potentially a 12 Year Framework (7+5).As Southern Waters Infrastructure Strategic Delivery Partner for Clean & Wastewater, we will be responsible for the Design & Build of major infrastructure projects.
This extensive programme covers the entire Southern Water Services region including the Isle of Wight.
The clean water infrastructure programme will require upgrading existing assets and installing new assets to reduce leakage and usage across the region.
The wastewater programme will support Southern Water Services, in protecting & improving the environment for their communities and customers.
Ensuring healthy rivers and seas, through growth, enhancement and sustainability, with a focus on carbon reduction and social value.With plans to significantly increase activities during AMP8, to continue into AMP9, this is a unique opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and impact environment.
Join us in delivering cutting-edge solutions and shaping the future of water infrastructure.
Start your journey with Morrison Water Services today and build a career that makes a difference.Morrison Water Services is recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work on our Southern Water contract in Falmer.As the Senior Quantity Surveyor your responsibilities will include:General To provide assistance, support and advice on all commercial issues within the Project(s).
Team Working Encourage and develop a culture of commercial awareness within the team.
Ensure the site team adheres to group procedures and governance Commercial Service Delivery Preparation of internal commercial reporting and any other reports which may be required.
Preparation of Valuations/Application for payment with full supporting documentation in accordance with the contract.
Preparation of Cost Reports to the Client with contractually compliant supporting documentation.
Preparation and management of subcontract and material procurement schedules.
Administration of subcontractor/supplier accounts from the preparation of detailed requisitions, monitoring and authorisation of subcontract payments through to agreement of final accounts.
Undertake the contract administration, including change management and maintain associated registers.
Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, value engineering and change.
Challenge & manage in cost control / cost mitigation.
Ensure the correct site records are maintained.
Implement a WBS structure to satisfy the Client & Contract requirements.
Have an up to date Cost to Complete and Risk analysis Register for the projects(s).
Preparation, negotiation and agreement of change events, extension of time claims, final accounts etc.
Measurement of quantities in accordance with the standard methods of measurement as required.
Ensure appropriate Client Management is initiated and maintained.
Drafting of complex subcontract arrangement including professional services & appropriate terms of engagement.
Identification and advice upon of insurance related issues, including PI.
Maximising of cash position, including WIP control, cash flow production & improvement plans.
Maintain / assist in the production of the margin improvement plan on the project.
Assist in work winning duties as required, including technical writing for PQQ responses.
Undertake any other work as required of you by your line manager Corporate Development Attend client engagement events for equivalent level customer feedback.
Involvement in Business Improvement Initiatives.
Skills & Knowledge Requirements HND/Degree qualification CSCS (White/Gold card) Chartered Full driving license MDP 1&2 - desirable Commercially astute.
Excellent knowledge of Standard Forms of Contract and Standard Methods of Measurement.
Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Office Applications (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint) Good communication skills including presentations and ability to negotiate and persuade others.
Programming techniques, project controls, risk analysis, contract admin, procurement, cost, claims.
5 years post qualification - desirable Personal Qualities/Attributes Assess information within normal areas of responsibility; question evidence and findings in order to highlight and communicate issues.
Convey straightforward information with accuracy; have the ability to listen and ask questions to clarify understanding as necessary.
Be aware that customer and supplier standards must be met within time and cost constraints.
Have the capacity and willingness to go along with change while having consideration for other perspectives.
Demonstrate a rational approach to decision making, assessing data within laid down guidelines; Discuss problems / issues and suggest possible solutions.
Be able to work systematically within clear guidelines / set goals and strive to achieve required results consistently.
Identify and pursue new stretching targets.
Recognise the need for personal development, identifies and discusses development and training needs with manager.
Appreciate the time, cost and quality implications of the role.
Lead by example on projects by flagging up commercial risks and opportunities on an ongoing basis and strive to improve performance.
Be willing and have the desire to improve on current situations.
The capacity to review actions and to identify and communicate efficiency / process improvements.
Have an appreciation/look to broaden knowledge of how their role contributes to wider strategic and commercial goals of the Group.
Build and maintain good working relationships with people of all levels.
Ability to manage staff.
Able to liaise successfully with Clients and manage difficult relationships.
Ability to handle hard conversations with staff members, ensure performance is maintained and deal with complex commercial arguments.
What's in it for you?
Matched Pension Scheme Company Car or Car allowance with Fuel Card or Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme with Fuel Card Hybrid Working Private Health Care and Health care Cash plan (family level) 25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policy Access to My Rewards which provides fantastic reductions on 1000's of purchases including Mobile Phone, Utility bill & top retail brand discounts.
Our VisionAt Morrison Water Services, we're proud of our positive culture and commitment to safety.
We believe in delivering a high performing, sustainable workforce that supports our clients effectively.
People stay with our business because of the opportunities for growth and development, our inclusive culture, and our dedication to providing a safe and supportive work environment.#mws Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team: About The Company M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland.
We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service.
We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions.
M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity.
We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.