Quantity Surveyor

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager

“NRS are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Quantity Surveyor to provide contract and project management support within the Asset Management and Enablers Team.

You will be part of the Procurement and Supply Chain team supporting Category Managers, Category Specialists, Site Service Contract Managers and Project Managers to deliver effective commercial contract management on a variety of contract types delivering a range of services and projects to NRS Sites.

The role is hybrid where you may be required to visit sites / projects  you are supporting.    

The role will involve interactions with our supply chain partners delivering complex services across all NRS sites including transferring AGR sites.

You will ideally be knowledgeable in a wide range of NEC and bespoke contract terms, which should be partnered with commercial logic, maintains high standards of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality"

Please note the successful candidate will need to be located within a commutable distance of one of our NRS sites and will be expected to work there a minimum of 2 days per week.

Key Deliverables

• To participate in project reviews and audits and conduct self-assessments of the Cost Management arrangements to ensure compliance is achieved with company procedures.
• Instigate and lead independent project and contract performance reviews on behalf of the Project Controls Function.
• Responsible for putting in place appropriate cost control and managing the overall budget, work with the project team to ensure cost capture requirements are in place (Programme structure, Work Orders, PO structure, using company finance system etc.).Perform all post-contract cost activities e.g.:- evaluate monthly payment applications, raise payment certificate and SEN’s, assess Compensation Events and Early Warnings, assess and acceptance of schedules, review of pain/gain share, review and assess and make recommendations for Final Account submissions.
• Use of company contract management system to support the tasks above and general administration of the contract.
• Validate and interrogate supply chain data to assist in accurate cost forecasting and trending and work with the supply chain to understand variances, track expenditure against progress, drive cost accuracy and ensure timely and accurate reporting. Responsible for monthly EAC forecasts and reviews and liaise closely with Project Manager and Programmes to provide advice on any changes and variations to the contract.
• Support project team in reviewing contingency and management of risks.
• Support value engineering process through review of scope and cost.
• Instigate, lead and perform Defined Cost Audits when required.
• Seek out and analyse relevant current and historical data to support robust cost estimating of activities and ensure data is collected, reviewed and used by quantity surveyors and cost engineers.
• Undertake tasks in accordance with Magnox Contract Management standards and expectations.
• Support cost engineers development through structured mentoring and coaching including delivery of training on behalf of Standards Lead.
• Contribute to the effective development and delivery of training within own area of specialism. Assist the relevant Standards Lead with Design, delivery and evaluation of training, acting as coach and mentor.
• Support preparation of ITT documents including Works Information and other contract documents.
• Support Project Manager with managing the tender assessment process and review and any negotiations with the Contractor.
• Provide pre tender estimate to support tender cost analysis, analyse tenders and issue recommendations.
• Provide estimates using relevant standard method of measurement (NRM2, SMM7, CESMM3 etc.) and with supporting documentation such as Basis of Estimate etc.
• Use of company tools and systems to produce estimates and manage the costs and contract.
• Provide reliable & consistent Estimate to Completion (ETC) and Expenditure (ACWP) based on Value of Work Done.
• Conduct full and detailed SPI, CPI variance analysis and subsequent root cause analysis, followed by provision of narrative, recommendations & recovery plans; in support to Cost Engineers.

Qualifications & Experience

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g. RICS, CIOB or equivalent significant; demonstrable quantity surveying experience) (Essential).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (Essential).
• Significant experience within a relevant project environment including industry knowledge and understanding (Desirable).
• Significant experience (minimum of 10 years Post Qualification or similar demonstrable experience) of quantity surveying and/or cost management across a broad range of complex projects (Desirable).
• Significant NEC experience working as a practitioner across a range of NEC contracts varying in size and complexity (Desirable).
• Broad range of contract experience (JCT, ICE, FIDDIC, GC Works etc.) and domestic sub contract experience (Desirable).
• Experience and knowledge of standard method of measurement (SMM7, CESMM3, NRM2 etc.) (Desirable).
• Experience and understanding of CDM regulations (Desirable).
• Demonstrable knowledge of Earned Value Management and reporting and cost management techniques (Desirable).
• Experience of identifying, analysing and solving problems including undertaking independent project reviews and providing independent advice and guidance (Desirable).
• Strong communication, negotiation and commercial skills (Desirable).
• Demonstrable knowledge of risk management and risk analysis including contract risks and contingency management (Desirable).

Benefits Package

• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at NRS.

Please note:  All successful candidates will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks.  For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.  

We offer flexibility on base location for multi-site roles and are happy to discuss flexible working options.  At NRS, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.