We are working with a Local Authority based in the West Midlands who are requiring the support of a Highways Quantity Surveyor. Please see below for further details
Highways Quantity Surveyor
Duration: 3 months initially possible extension
Rate: £400 - £450 per day Inside IR35
Hours: 37 hours per week
On site required – administration work can be completed from home
The postholder will be a Quantity Surveyor with well-established skills in reviewing bills of quantities, pricing reviews, reviewing monthly payment applications from the Contractor and agreeing new rates.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Highways Service Manager with the drafting, checking and approval of Task Orders.
- Support the Highways Service Manager in assessing the Contractor's monthly applications for payment and the preparation of Payment Certificates
- Work with the Contractor to develop accurate monthly forecasting of future expenditure on highway maintenance works.
- Attend the fortnightly contract Commercial meetings and Delivery Group meetings
- Provide expert advice on contract variations to ensure they meet the commercial constraints of the Contract and needs of the authority
Requirements:
- Experience of assessing details within the Contractor's Annual Plan, evaluating business cases and managing contract changes
- Knowledge of maintenance and construction techniques and knowledge of plant, labour and material pricing is also required
- Knowledge of current highway maintenance and construction practices
- Experience of Options A, C and E, NEC 4 term maintenance contracts
If you are interested in the role, we would love to hear from you! Please apply to receive more information.