Senior Quantity Surveyor in London

Location: London
Salary: £93.00 per hour
Recruiter: Murphy
Job Hours: Full-time

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Senior Quantity Surveyor



Are you a successful Quantity Surveyor looking for the next step in your career?

Or a Senior Quantity Surveyor wanting to work on a High-Profile Project?



If so, Murphy would be keen to hear from you as we have a fantastic opportunity available due to continued growth of our business to join our commercial team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

This is a great opportunity to be involved in a high value portfolio which is Cambridge South Station.

Expected to serve over 1.

8 million passengers a year and a contract value of over £93 million.

This landmark project will provide the construction of a new four platform railway station and associated infrastructure to provide a connection to Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus with destinations such as central London, Stansted Airport, Ely and Birmingham

You will also be joining a ‘Top 5 Best Big Company to Work for in the UK’, with a robust forward order book of £2.

2b, there really is no better time to join J.

Murphy Sons Ltd.



This role will help you raise your profile and take your career to the next level.

You will also receive a fantastic package.

All this, whilst working with a great team.

So, whether you’re ready to take the next step in your career or you’re ready for a new challenge, this could be perfect for you.



What you will be doing:


As a successful Quantity surveyor, you will already know what’s expected for the role.

But here’s some key responsibilities below for you to take a look at:



• You will update cost forecast on a weekly and monthly basis and update of project resource histograms.


• You will ensure that the forecast reflects programme changes each period and ensuring trend register is maintained for any forecast fluctuations.


• You will ensure rates and pricing is current and in line with project orders and costs.


• Preparation and production of monthly cost value reconciliation in line with company procedures.


• Pricing and administration of change management under the Main Contract and Subcontracts.


• Administration and use of the Contractors costing system (Microsoft D365).


• Identifying risks and opportunities in the administration of commercial processes upstream and downstream.


• Reporting into the Project Commercial Manager and assisting in any other tasks as required by the Commercial Manager.


• You will assist in preparation of Monthly Main Contract Application for Payment to Client by way of provision of Defined cost forecast each period.


• You will assist in preparation of ‘Bottom Up Forecast’ where required (usually on a 3-6monthly basis).


• You will be responsible for monitoring of planned vs actual cost across disciplines (Labour, Plant, Material, and Subcontract).


• Timely issue of contractual notices under the project and issue of quotations and subsequent agreement of final accounts.



Who we are looking for:


• You have effectively driven success with previous projects and have a fantastic reputation that backs up what you have achieved over the years.


• You will have a Degree in Quantity Surveying


• You will have excellent understanding and use of Microsoft excel and formula is critical.


• Experience working across civils or infrastructure projects i.

e.

desirable projects: Crossrail, Thames Tideway, Tunnelling, Railway, etc.


• NEC 3 2013 experience would be beneficial.

An understanding of the type of commercial practices under these forms of contract is be required.


• Someone who aligns with our Murphy values and would like to be a key player working towards our strategy moving forwards

With applicants looking to lodge away from home, Murphy offer an attractive subsistence allowance and accommodation with great facilities on offer

About Murphy

  • Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities. 
  • Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.
  • Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.

  • What you’ll get in return

  • Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
  • 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
  • Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
  • Above market rate contributory pension scheme
  • Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
  • Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
  • Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
  • Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, cycle to work scheme etc

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