Costain Group PLC
Quantity Surveyor

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Job Description
Costain is working closely with Severn Trent Water on their Capital Delivery Framework, as part of it's capital programme for AMP8. As part of the Design and Build Framework lot, Costain brings together its design, construction, and consultancy expertise to undertake renewal and refurbishment projects and will assist Severn Trent in its target to make continuous improvements to its safety performance, whilst ensuring continuity of supply and consequently lowering costs for its customers.
The role is based on operational sites in the Midlands region.
At Costain, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need.
Responsibilities
- Manage a number of projects ranging in values up to £3m
- Preparation of Client Proposals relating to the works carried out under the MSP Framework
- Management and agreement of Compensation Events and Change on the projects
- Provide support to the Commercial Manager and liaise with Customer’s Commercial Team
- Lead and develop the efficient and effective management and issue of accurate, timely and compliant notices and correspondence
- Ensure contractual and commercial risks and opportunities are identified to the Commercial Manager
- Prepare monthly progress valuations and claims for work completed within deadlines
- Produce monthly cost reports, forecasts, and Contract Budget reports
- Ensure registers of variations, delay, extension of time applications and claims are contemporaneous and maintained
- Produce records of pre-Contract tender negotiations & reports where necessary
- Review value management and advise on Risk management
- Prepare, review and complete of sub-contract documentation
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- A creative and innovative approach to problem-solving
- Increasing knowledge of a variety of forms & options of contracts
- Experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence and the facilitation of collaborative solutions
- Experience of developing & implementing procurement and contract strategies
- Proven negotiation and team-working skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Demonstrable legal, contractual and construction knowledge
- Experience in implementing and delivering strategic objectives
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Qualifications
- Extensive post-graduate commercial experience in the construction industry with demonstrable track record of achievement
- Holds an RICS / CICES accredited degree
- Full Membership or working towards RICS or CICES
- Full UK Driving Licence
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