Senior Quantity Surveyor

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We hold 50+ years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 20,000 people.

The Anthro joint venture between Egis and VVB Engineering will provide comprehensive turn-key services for London’s state-of-the-art HS2 gateway station at Old Oak Common. We have been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver MEPHFC (Mechanical, Electrical Public Health, Fire and Communications) systems works.

The role will be working at our office near the Elephant & Castle station in London, you must be based 3 days a week in the office. 

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will have knowledge and experience in pre and post-contract management and procurement within the UK rail sector. The senior quantity surveyor will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement. The role will be supporting our design team for early stages of the project through the initial design phase.

Ideally candidates will have a Rail or Infrastructure background, if they have worked on MEP projects this would be beneficial. We can also consider candidates with experience in Highways, Construction, Utilities and the Energy sector. 

Role Responsibilities:

• NEC3/4 Option C Contract management and administration
• Establish and manage entitlement, with key focus on gaining full entitlement under the terms of the Subcontract
• The quantity surveyor will lead the review and valuation of contractor applications for payment in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and contractual entitlement
• Managing Subcontractor's Accounts
• Liaison and negotiation with the Customer’s Commercial and/or project team
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications
• Provide contractual and commercial risk advice to the Commercial team and wider Technical and Construction Delivery teams
• Manage, monitor and report on commercial and cost reporting aspects of allocated projects and portfolio of works
• Support the programme and project teams to ensure full compliance with contract and corporate governance rules

You must have right to work in the UK.

• Educated to degree level 
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience
• Experienced administering NEC3/4 contracts (A/C/E must have). Use of CEMAR is desirable
• Experienced in leading the full range of contract management activities including evaluation/assessment of high value Compensation Events
• Ability to lead on project financial monitoring and reporting
• Experienced in proactive change and risk management
• Experienced in negotiating and procuring sub-contract packages (Design-Delivery-Commission), testing the robustness of costs and value for money
• Experience of working within a collaborative culture or/ and a mature approach to relationship management with a long-term strategic focus
• Able to prioritise the delivery of the objectives of their role
• Ability to performance manage and hold to account
• Experience in managing and developing assistant and intermediate-level commercial team members

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

At EGIS, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.