Viberoptix Ltd deliver frontline services to fibre network providers across the UK and Ireland and we are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our team.

You will work in a friendly and progressive company with opportunities for personal and professional development with our team based in NI.

The Role:

• Manage Quantity Surveyors/Commercial Assistants as the project evolves in size
• Responsible for evaluations of utilities civils contract as principle contractor
• Collect and Review worksheets completed by sub-contractors & Viberoptix employees sent in on weekly basis.
• Preparation and submission of weekly progress claims to client. Valuations to be agreed with Client QS representative on a bi-weekly basis.
• Support the preparation and submission of project variations, in line with contract timelines.
• Review and sign off sub-contractor invoices to be passed to accounts for payment.
• Preparation and submission of client Final Accounts.
• Daily liaising with on field supervisors and site teams.
• Assess, review and mitigate commercial and contractual risks.
• Provide commercial and contractual expertise to contracts, drafting & issuing correspondence.
• Time Management important to the role. Project is of a fast-track nature, with weekly applications submitted to the client.
• Meet project deliverables on time and with emphasis on quality.
• Attending and providing commercial input to weekly internal meetings, with emphasis on budget monitoring.
• Monitor production outputs closely produced by in-house & sub-contractor teams with regular dialogue between the commercial dept and site supervisors.
• Gain an understanding & knowledge of the rate build ups so as develop and determine new rates when requested.
• The candidate will have a Quantity Surveying related degree or qualification and have NEC3 contract knowledge.
• A sound understanding of the different elements involved in the development of a telecoms network would be looked on positively.
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to manage and negotiate with sub-contractors / suppliers.
• Ability to use excel and other MS packages to an intermediate to advanced level

The Person:

• Significant relevant experience in a similar role
• Qualified Surveyor qualification preferred, however will consider someone with significant relevant experience within the industry
• Experience of working with civils / utilities is desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Organised, focused and able to meet deadlines
• Strong IT skills, specifically including Excel
• Full Driving License with access to car

Company benefits:

• Training and Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and life insurance Scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme

Additional Information:

Viberoptix is an equal opportunities employer.