Senior Project Surveyor

Job Description

Job SummaryAre you a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to work on building projects that can change your local community and the world, projects that are always more complex and innovative than the last If so, we are looking for an experienced Senior QS / Cost Manager to join our team in our Eastern Region (Cambridge, Norwich and Peterborough) providing a comprehensive and value-driven service for clients in the public and commercial sectors. This is an excellentopportunity for anyone looking to progress and develop their career, whilst being involved in the delivery of a varied range of high profile and exciting projects. You will be joining a team of like-minded experts that have a passion for innovation and deliveringcutting edge solutions. About Us: AECOM plays a critical role in the conceptualisation and creation of amazing spaces, delivering projects and buildings that define skylines and communities. AECOM Buildings & Places is made up of dedicated teams delivering projects in Education, Defence, Science,Commercial, Residential, Care, Industrial and Healthcare sectors.We are friendly, busy and motivated with an established track record of successfully delivering local and overseas projects. Some of our flagship work in recent years include; Palace of Westminster, Southbank Place, Arctic Science centres, The Bank of England, BBC Broadcasting house, The Titanic building in Belfast and the St Pancras Chambers Hotel in London to name but a few.About Our Team: Our Cost Management team in the East of England are delivering all aspects of consultancy services. This covers the whole project lifecycle from initial inception, through the design and procurement process and onto the site delivery and commissioning phase.We have secured places on several frameworks alongside a core of regular repeat clients. We are looking to expand our team to deliver an exciting mix of projects across a range of sectors including Education, Defence, Science, Commercial, Residential, Care,Industrial and Healthcare developments. Job Responsibilities: As a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager, you will deliver in all aspects of the developments from project inception to completion. You will work with an Associate or Director plus support from project surveyors, Graduates and Assistants to successfullymanage and deliver several projects, varying in complexity. Our projects typically range in value from £5m - £100m, with some over £250m. You will drive performance standards through expert communication and effective use of the performance management process.Maintain and develop good relationships with clients, take every opportunity to uphold and increase the profile of the firm as a provider of professional, premium quality services to the construction industry. The role will require a passion for first-classservice delivery, implementing best practices and continuous improvement. You will also be responsible for managing and mentoring junior staff to deliver our Cost Management/ Services Cost Manager/ Employers Agent service efficiently and effectively. Coreresponsibilities include: Ensure projects are managed and completed efficiently, on time and to the clients satisfaction. Be a key interface, and develop strong relationships, with clients. Provide full Cost Management/ Services Cost Manager/ Employers Agent duties to AECOM clients. Including feasibility estimates, cost planning, procurement advice, value and risk management, post-contract management. Provide effective support and mentoring to Cost Managers, Graduates and Apprentices.Minimum Requirements Understanding a variety of project types/sizes/sectors. Understanding of JCT and NEC standard forms of contract Proven ability to advise clients and design teams on cost, value and risk, not just cost in isolation. Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under own initiative where appropriate working closely with the Management Team in the delivery of some of our highest-profile projects. Clear work history and proof of professional development and learning Excellent communication and organisational skills; Highly motivated and with excellent industry network; Ability to manage multiple projects for a variety of public and private sector clients Prior line-management experiencePreferred Qualifications Degree QualifiedBSc or MScin Quantity Surveying / Cost Management Professionally Qualifiedideally Chartered Quantity Surveying Status with the RICS, CIOB or other equivalent institution.Your benefits will include: Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receive a competitive salary, youll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements. Core benefits include 25 days annual leave,company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.Youll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity,The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if youre a member of the Reserve Forces youll receive an additional15 days paid leave for training commitments. What we offerWe will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spiritand pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusiona safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes forour clients.We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lastingimpact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to