Responsible for providing post-contract quantity surveying and cost management services throughout the construction phase of projects. The role focuses on cost control, interim payment valuations, variation management, contractual administration, financial reporting, and final account settlement, ensuring that project expenditures remain within approved budgets and comply with contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Post-Contract Cost Management

Monitor and control project costs throughout the construction phase.
Prepare and maintain project cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial statements.
Monitor committed costs, actual expenditures, and anticipated final costs against approved budgets.
Identify potential cost overruns and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate financial records, including payment certificates, variations, change orders, and financial approvals.

2. Interim Payments and Valuations

Review, assess, and evaluate Contractors’ and Subcontractors’ monthly payment applications.
Measure and verify works executed on-site against approved drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and contractual provisions.
Prepare payment recommendations and Interim Payment Certificates (IPCs) for Client approval.
Assess materials on-site, provisional sums, and other payment entitlements in accordance with contract conditions.
Maintain accurate records of certified payments and outstanding amounts.

3. Variations and Change Management

Identify, evaluate, and manage variations and change orders arising during construction.
Review Contractors’ variation proposals, supporting documentation, and cost breakdowns.
Prepare independent valuations and recommendations for proposed variations.
Assess the financial implications of design changes, site instructions, and additional works.
Maintain updated variation and change order registers.
Verify daywork records, rates, quantities, and supporting documentation.

4. Contract Administration and Commercial Management

Review and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and conditions of contract.
Assist in administering construction contracts, including FIDIC-based contracts where applicable.
Support the assessment of contractual claims, including prolongation costs, disruption costs, and other financial entitlements.
Review Contractors’ commercial submissions and provide recommendations in accordance with contractual provisions.
Identify potential commercial risks and advise management on appropriate mitigation measures.
Support contractual correspondence and maintain accurate records of commercial matters.

5. Cost Reporting and Financial Control

Prepare monthly cost reports detailing project expenditure, variations, commitments, and anticipated final costs.
Monitor project cash flow and update financial forecasts regularly.
Assess the cost implications of delays, design modifications, and unforeseen site conditions.
Maintain accurate cost control registers and financial documentation.
Provide timely commercial updates and recommendations to the Project Manager and Client.

6. Final Accounts and Project Close-Out

Assist in the preparation, review, negotiation, and settlement of Contractors’ final accounts.
Verify final quantities, variations, claims, and contractual adjustments.
Reconcile certified payments against final account values.
Prepare final cost reports and supporting documentation.
Ensure that all commercial and financial records are properly maintained for project close-out.

7. Value Engineering and Cost Optimization

Review and evaluate value engineering proposals submitted during construction.
Assess alternative materials, construction methods, and design modifications from a cost perspective.
Identify potential cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or project requirements.
Provide commercial recommendations to support informed decision-making.

8. Site Coordination and Reporting

Coordinate with Clients, Consultants, Contractors, and Subcontractors on commercial and contractual matters.
Attend site meetings and commercial progress meetings as required.
Conduct site visits to verify completed works and assess progress.
Liaise with Senior Quantity Surveyors and other project team members to ensure accurate cost assessments.
Prepare commercial reports and maintain proper records of project-related financial activities.
Ensure compliance with company procedures, project requirements, and applicable Health and Safety regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, with a strong focus on post-contract services within the construction industry.
Previous experience working with a construction consultancy or project management consultancy is preferred.
Good knowledge of FIDIC contracts and construction contract administration.
Demonstrated experience in interim payment certification, variation assessment, cost reporting, and final account preparation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quantity surveying software.
Experience using CostX or similar measurement software is an advantage.
MRICS accreditation or progress toward professional membership is an advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of post-contract quantity surveying practices and procedures.
Excellent measurement, valuation, and cost analysis skills.
Good understanding of construction contracts and commercial principles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple commercial activities within project deadlines.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.

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