Job title / Project Surveyor
Reports to / Managing Surveyor

Job purpose

The successful candidate will be an integral part of our project delivery team, responsible for the commercial management of building engineering project(s) in NI / UK.

He/she will be tasked with the development and implementation of the project(s) commercial strategy. As a senior member of the project delivery team, they will be expected to demonstrate strong commercial and technical skills as well as good people management skills.

The individual will be responsible for the control of costs, maximising value, minimising future liabilities and maintaining the required standard of quality on their designated project.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Achieve the appropriate commercial result for projects through the provision of accurate financial reporting.
  • Build and maintain working relationships with the supply chain and clients.
  • Manage subcontractor supplier accounts, financially and contractually. Monitor subcontractors against the programme. Negotiate final accounts.
  • Develop, manage and coordinate the procurement schedule.
  • Complete measurements and valuations of work executed, ensuring that they meet the conditions of the contract (re-measure as required).
  • Ensure payments to Sub Contractors and Supplier are made to the terms and work in progress cash targets.
  • Ensure that Farrans Construction is compliant with all contractual requirements.
  • Monitor project expenditure against budget. Provide analysis of cost over-run and cost projections. Exploring opportunities to maximise value and minimise cost.
  • Liaise with clients on commercial issues, including agreement of variations, claims and additional payments.
  • Identify legitimate contractual claim situations and prepare suitable and documentation to clients.
  • Create project specific commercial risk and opportunity profiles with measurable controls and allocate responsibility.
  • Lead and support a team of Surveyors. This will include people management interventions such as performance management, individual focus reviews, manpower planning and the continuous professional development of the team.
  • Mentor and coach your commercial team members in line with Company standards and values, to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals in line with the Company values and behavioural competencies.
  • Strive for continuous improvement within the commercial process and your area of responsibility.
  • Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies

Working conditions

This is a demanding role requiring a flexible approach to working hours. This role will be site based.

The successful candidate will be expected to travel as part of their role to construction sites, Company fixed locations or other locations as requested by Management.

Experience

  • At least five years pre and post contract experience in aconstruction commercial management role workingon major projects.
  • Strong understanding of modernbuilding engineering techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues.
  • Strong understanding of construction contract conditions.
  • Appreciations of the impact of cost in the completion of a programme and development of a construction solutions.
  • Good career continuity.
  • Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and database software.

Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent writing and presentation skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and meticulous planning skills
  • Strong IT Skills
  • Accurate and consistent approach
  • Self-motivated. Capable of working under minimal supervision and on own initiative.
  • An excellent professional demeanour.
  • Flexible approach to working hours and various different locations throughout the UK and ROI if required.
  • Able to work to tight deadlines in high pressure situations.

The Person

Essential / Desirable
Qualifications / Degree Qualified
Candidates without this level of education may be considered if they can demonstrate suitable commercial management experience.
Full Driving Licence / CIOB, RICS, ICES, ICE, or equivalent chartered professional qualification or working towards attainment.
Experience / At least five years’ experience working in construction of which two years should be in a commercial management role.
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office, in particular Word, Excel and Outlook, Conquest and COINS.
Experience dealing with different clients, contracts and methods of measurement.
Demonstrable experience of administering common forms of construction contract conditions particularly NEC and /or JCT and CECA Blueform Subcontract. / Implemented the company commercial strategy.
Knowledge and understanding of modern building / civil engineering techniques, plant and equipment and an appreciation of logistical needs/issues
Experience managing and leading a team to achieve multiple objectives
Customer Focused / Builds respectful, trusting and productive relationships with internal, external customers and other stakeholders
React promptly to meet and exceed customer requests, ensuring a positive and memorable experience.
Leads and encourages an environment of confidence and respect.
Strong and pragmatic influencing skills
Drive for Results / Consistently achieves results, thinks ahead, identifies opportunities and takes action to meet required standards.
Can think strategically and utilise past experience to formulate into actionable plans.
Has learned from experience and can generate improved margins for the company
Self-motivated. Capable of working under minimal supervision and on own initiative. / Strategic thinker with vision and diagnostic skills to evaluate and mitigate project risk.
Teamwork and Collaborative Working / Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with the leaders and managers to achieve business goals.
Balanced and rational outlook in dealing with others at all times. / Can build effective long term business relationships at multiple levels
Recognises and respects the value of differing perspectives within the team.
Initiative and Problem Solving / Initiates positive steps to resolve problems, acts without waiting to be told what to do.
Proactively looks for new or improved ways of doing things.
Actively participates in the generation and development of new ideas.
Weighs up relevant information in an optimal timeframe before reaching decision / Encourages and values innovation in others
Flexibility / Demonstrates personal resilience and adapts as the requirements of the project environment changes.
Learns from challenges while maintaining a positive attitude and a passion for work.
Can organise and prioritise conflicting demands while maintaining good judgement and a sense of perspective.
Team Leadership / Is able to facilitate, resolve conflict and identify acceptable compromise.
Promotes cross-team collaboration and leads by example. / Has the ability and desire to encourage, inspire and support others to deliver.
Establishes team direction and builds commitment to achievement of business goals.
Leads and encourages an environment of confidence and respect.
Developing Others / Maintains excellent morale and fosters an open and supportive culture. / Is aware of and provides opportunities for development of staff.