Senior Quantity Surveyor

Here at Jackson, we are dynamic, innovative and focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting and varied projects. We want our people to succeed both in work and life and to support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description. Due to continued success, we are now on the lookout for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team in our Southern Region initially on schemes in West Sussex/ Surrey area. Main Duties Of The Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Support and mentoring of junior staff.
• Maximise profitability on contracts.
• Monitoring contract costs against budgets.
• Identifying potential risks and evaluate options for control.
• Preparation of estimates.
• Procurement of sub-contractors, including preparation of subcontract documents.
• Assessment and certification of interim and final payments to subcontractors.
• Preparation and agreeing main contract variations.
• Assist in the preparation of documents for resolution of disputes (adjudications / arbitrations and the like).
• Ensure all work complies with quality, safety and environmental policies and the requirements of the company procedure. Must Haves
• Ambitious individual with great communication skills, who is confident with a flexible approach.
• Demonstrate innovative approaches to problem solving and the ability to negotiate across the various levels of any construction environment.
• Handle the financial and mathematical demands of the role by possessing impressive numeracy and IT skills.
• Must have experience working on civil engineering schemes with a main contractor on Highways works.
• Experience as a SQS working with the NEC form of contract. Due to this being a regional based role, the successful candidate must be ok to travel and have a full UK driving license. Excellent Benefits Package And Personal Development Opportunities We don't just offer a great place to work with a supportive, family atmosphere. We also offer:
• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Hybrid Working
• Company car or car allowance
• Company pension scheme (we match up to 8%)
• The ‘Great Escape' – leaving 2 hours early EVERY Friday!
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with an option of buying more holiday)
• Extensive training programmes
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee benefits platform
• Free on-site parking
• Company social calendar
• Regular fun days and a broad range of charity events
• A supportive business that genuinely wants to help you progress in your career. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within two weeks please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful