J&B Hopkins Ltd

Quantity Surveyor

• Leading all commercial activities throughout the pre-construction and design phases, supporting the preparation of competitive tender submissions and Absolute Maximum Price (AMP) proposals.
• Working collaboratively with the Design, Pre-Construction and Estimating teams to provide commercial leadership and ensure risk is identified and managed from the outset.
• Reviewing, negotiating and administering main contracts with clients, supported by the Commercial Manager and Commercial Director where required.
• Leading the procurement strategy, including the negotiation and placement of subcontract agreements with specialist supply chain partners.
• Preparing, submitting and negotiating monthly interim applications for payment in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Managing the commercial aspects of project change, including the valuation, negotiation and agreement of variations with both clients and subcontractors.
• Overseeing the preparation, valuation and issue of compliant subcontract payment notices and ensuring subcontract accounts are accurately managed.
• Negotiating and agreeing upstream and downstream final accounts to maximise commercial outcomes.
• Producing and presenting accurate monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs), financial reports and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities and actions to protect project profitability.
• Monitoring project programmes and ensuring all contractual notices, extensions of time and compensation events are issued in accordance with the contract.
• Providing commercial leadership to Project Managers and operational teams, ensuring they remain informed of all contractual obligations, commercial risks and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentoring and supporting junior commercial team members, promoting best practice and driving continuous improvement across the commercial function.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key stakeholders to support successful project delivery and repeat business.

Senior Quantity Surveyor