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Our Client is a tier 1 contractor operating across major infrastructure and utility projects in the UK. They are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Manchester.

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Experience Required for Quantity Surveyor:

- Previous experience in the construction industry.

- HND/degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.

- Familiarity with ICE/NEC forms of contract and knowledge and understanding of Construction Law.

- Previous experience in commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates, and accruals calculations.

- Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis.

- Have knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis.

- Excellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office.

- Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.

- Member of RICS or other relevant professional body, or working towards. (Desirable)

- CSCS card (Desirable)

Job Responsibilities:

- Help ensure that internal commercial processes are adhered to across the business unit.

- Hold a good understanding of the processes and procedures used by any JV/Alliance that they are working with, and assist in their development and improvement.

- Help ensure that any main contracts entered into have terms and conditions that are appropriate for the client, with commercial risks identified.

- Ensure that the supply chain is engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions.

- Be responsible for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting.

- Prepare applications for payment.

- Liaise with the client, client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments

- Contribute towards effective interaction between the Commercial Team and the operational site teams.

- Work with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery and ensure that both are kept in line with the target