Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor

Core Highways are a leading provider of temporary traffic management, barrier solutions and events signage. People are the heart of our business. We recognise each and every individual's value and commitment and we know that the success of our business is only made possible by the drive and enthusiasm of our people.

As a nationwide business, we have a number of fulfilling roles and we're often looking to expand our teams as we continue to grow.

We currently have a vacancy for a Pre-Construction Quantity Surveyor on a Hybrid basis at our Newport Office. The hybrid split will be 3 days in the office and 2 day working from home. Due to the nature of this role it will require regular travel.

The Role:

Reporting in to the Senior Commercial Manager you will be responsible for overseeing pre-construction commercial work on small to medium-sized strategic and major project bids. You will also work alongside the Senior Commercial Manager on our largest and flagship strategic bids.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the commercial pricing and preparation of small to medium-sized strategic tenders and frameworks.
• Supporting the Senior Commercial Manager in pricing the largest national strategic bids.
• Developing tender pricing, rates, commercial assumptions and risk allowances.
• Preparing, issuing and analysing subcontract enquiries during tendering.
• Managing commercial tender deadlines, deliverables and governance requirements.
• Responding to client tender enquiries and co-ordinating technical advice as required.
• Reviewing contract documents and negotiating the removal of unfavourable clauses.
• Building and maintaining relationships with prospective clients.
• Drafting and agreeing supply chain subcontracts following main contract award.
• Completing tender handovers post award and supporting with the mobilisation of key contracts and frameworks.
• Supporting the establishment of appropriate commercial controls for newly awarded contracts.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work closely with Operations, Finance, Technical teams and other commercial colleagues.
• Work collaboratively across the Group to improve estimating, tendering and commercial knowledge and processes.
• Supporting, mentoring and developing junior commercial team members.
• Promoting a collaborative approach and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Sharing commercial knowledge and best practice across the wider business.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Quantity surveying or commercial experience
• An HND in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, or an appropriate equivalent, with a BSc preferred.
• Experience with NEC contracts, especially NEC3 and NEC4.
• Ideally, experience in the infrastructure construction industry.
• The ability to understand and interpret contract amendments.
• Knowledge of the Highway Method of Measurement.
• Strong attention to detail and experience working to formal deadlines.
• Strong numerical and Excel skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects tenders simultaneously.
• Traffic Management experience would be beneficial but not compulsory.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary of between £50,000-£60,000 per annum plus car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• HSF Health Plan
• Enhanced maternity pay
• 33 days holiday per year – Inclusive of bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Program – providing free 24/7, professional and confidential advice on any issue both personal and work related
• Free Wellbeing App – access to the latest in wellbeing support for example, virtual fitness programs, help to stop smoking etc.
• CPD: support and training to develop your career and skills

We are an equal opportunities employer and are proud to be signatories to the Care Leavers Covenant and the Armed Forces Covenant.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we recognise that everybody is different and strive to harness those differences to create an inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, their talents are recognised and they are given every opportunity to develop their full potential.

For further information, a copy of the Job Description or an informal conversation please get in touch with the recruitment team at Careers@CoreHighways.com