Senior Quantity Surveyor Job at FKL Plant Ltd

Senior Quantity Surveyor

FKL Plant Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom

Category:
Construction

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Not provided

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Job Description:

As the Senior Quantity Surveyor your responsibilities will include accountability for providing expert cost management, contractual support, and financial control for projects across various sectors in Process Consultancy, Water and Wastewater Design Construction and Commissioning. The Senior QS will work closely with other project teams, clients, and contractors to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, estimating and monitoring project costs throughout the various project stages ensuring they are completed within the projected budget and schedule. The Senior QS will liaise with customer representatives and other third parties on commercial issues including agreement of variations, claims and any additional payments. The role will also foster effective communication by liaising with contractors, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.

Job Responsibility:

Ensuring robust, accurate and timely cost and value reporting at all levels
Ensuring accurate cash flow reporting is implemented and reported
Carrying out detailed cost management including forecasting and communicating the results as required
Updating the Cost Value Reconciliation and commercial plans throughout project lifecycle
Supporting the internal commercial processes ensuring adherence across the project
Actively seeking to improve processes and procedures through innovation and challenge
Developing a deep understanding of the processes and procedures used by any JV/Alliance that we work with, supporting and assist in their development and improvement
Developing successful external relationships by ensuring that contracts entered into have terms and conditions that are appropriate for the business with commercial risks identified
Ensuring that the supply chain are engaged appropriately with the correct contract terms and conditions
Building and maintaining excellent internal and external client relationships
Responsibility for subcontract letting, negotiation and financial accounting
Preparing applications for payment, liaising with the contacts and/or client representatives and other third parties on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments
Contributing towards effective interaction between the Commercial Team and the operational site teams and working with site management to forecast predicted spend and cash recovery and ensure that both are kept in line with target
Sharing best practice with others and proactively in advising site teams on costs and management of them
Working across projects on various sites as required.
Undertaking any other reasonable duties as required

Requirements:

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
Familiarity and qualified in using industry-standard contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT) and understanding of construction law
Proficiency in software such as MS Excel, cost management tools, and project management platforms.
At least 5 years’ experience in quantity surveying & 3 years within the MEICA water and wastewater treatment industry or similar
Previous experience of commercial management and procurement of subcontractors, including chairing regular meetings, measurement and control cycle, certificates and accruals calculations
Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis and knowledge and experience in estimation and cost analysis
In-depth knowledge of cost management, tendering, and procurement processes
Demonstrable knowledge of complex civil engineering projects gained through first-hand experience
Proven knowledge and skills in construction methods, health and safety, and legal regulations
Skilled in monitoring construction progress and managing the project within budget and time constraints
Good problem-solving, analytical and negotiation skills with the ability to collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions
Ability to work to challenging deadlines and work effectively in a team and delegate, but also able to work on own initiative
Well-developed written/oral communication skills for reports and relationship building/maintenance
Commercially aware of economies and efficiencies
Good IT skills in Word, Excel and Outlook

Nice to have:

Previous experience is preferable of working with United Utilities on projects
Experience working for Tier 1 Civil Engineering projects (desirable)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 18, 2026

Expiration:
February 27, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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