Quantity Surveyor (Freelance)

A leading Civil Engineering Contractor are seeking a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor (Outside IR35) based on a project in Teesside for a minimum of 6 months. 

Role objectives

• Manage the commercial resources (people and finance) of the assigned project to maximise planned gross margin through the placement and control of contracts and subcontracts.
• Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks and implement policies for risk management.
• Support the authorisation and submission of project variations.
• Authorise the placement of contracts, subcontracts, material and plant orders.
• Maximise cash flow through the control, measurement (including quality) and valuation of work, and the invoicing of customers and payment of suppliers.
• Lead a Commercial Function consistent with Business standards and objectives and provide Operations with commercial and contractual advice whilst determining risks, maximising opportunities.
• Assist Supply Chain in the procurement of supplier’s/sub-contractors/consultants. Establishment of robust and consistent change control processes on the project to ensure that appropriate changes/variations are identified and agreed with the Employer’s Representative.
• Mentoring and development of your direct reports identifying and implementing training requirements

Essential Requirements

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).
• CSCS Card (Professional Qualified Person).
• Proven experience in quantity surveying and commercial management.
• Strong understanding of contract administration, cost control and procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure project.
• Flexible working arrangement (3 days on site, 2 days remote).
• Long-term career opportunities with a leading main contractor.
• Outside IR35

Remuneration

£450 -£550 per day 

This is a temporary position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers to the hirer.

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