Description
We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) in Birmingham.
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in pre and post-contract Cost & Commercial Management, including Employer’s Agent services to our clients. This will involve estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and post-contract financial/commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.
You will undertake the role of Employer’s Agent / Contract Administrator/ Quantity Surveyor, with the opportunity to work across various sectors, namely residential development and our Department for Education framework on key School Rebuilding projects with varied levels of complexity on behalf of and in support of the Department for Education.
You will be part of a diverse, growing team of Cost Managers, Commercial Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Employer’s Agents, and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- BSc in Quantity Surveying or construction related discipline or working towards a professional qualification.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Applicable knowledge, ability and experience around Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Employer’s Agent and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions.
- Demonstrable project management, project leadership and delivery experience where applicable.
Desirable Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
- Adaptable and flexible approach to workload.
- Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the public and private sector.
- Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations.
- Passionate about making a difference and wanting to be part of a dynamic team.
- Organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences.
- Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR.
- Working knowledge/experience of JCT Contracts and NEC, and other industry standard contract forms, with the ability to administer JCT construction contracts, including attending site and chairing regular site meetings.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Previous experience of working in a Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Employer’s Agent and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on iconic projects and programmes
- Develop and expand your career and professional network within a global consultancy
- Work with a diverse, talented team of professionals
How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today.