Quantity Surveyor Highways at LEHIGH HANSON INC

Maidstone, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

47500.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quantity Surveying, Financial Management, Contract Management, Measurement, Valuation, Payment Processing, Reporting, Negotiation, Procurement, Subcontractor Engagement, Health and Safety Compliance, Digitalisation, Sustainability, Cash Collection, Commercial Reporting, Environmental Responsibility

Industry

Wholesale Building Materials

Description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation. Overall responsibility for the quantity surveying function and commercial performance of all allocated contracts, including maximising working capital at a contract level. The Quantity Surveyor is responsible, in conjunction with the Civils Operations personnel, for the financial management and performance of all allocated contracts (including measurement, valuation, payment, and reporting). The QS has a responsibility to ensure that revenue is promptly applied for and collected in line with the terms of the contract. Provide support to the Commercial department in pre-contract and tender activities. Negotiation and agreement of terms & conditions for contracts & sub-contracts awarded to Heidelberg Materials Contracting (including liaison with in-house and external legal advisors) Establish financial management and control systems for contract execution. Involvement in procurement and engagement of sub-contractors and suppliers, including defined responsibilities and terms and conditions. Manage revenue, cost, cash collection and the reporting function during the life of all allocated contracts, in line with company requirements. Review and check payments made by the customer, including monitoring due dates for payment (dates include maintenance periods & staged payments) Prepare and agree subcontractor payment certificates for allocated contracts. Produce financial and commercial reports and forecasts as required for the Civils Chief QS and others as directed. Report on unsafe practices observed when visiting sites. Have knowledge of the statutory requirements governing the company’s work (including health & safety) as applicable to their scope of work. What’s on Offer: Salary £42,500 - £47,500 Depending on experience Company Car Location Maidstone South East Region Hours 40 Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount • Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador • Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance • Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical • Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause • Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces) • Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company. Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact Recruitment@uk.heidelbergmaterials.com for additional information or to request accommodations. We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.

How To Apply:

Incase you would like to apply to this job directly from the source, please click here

Responsibilities

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the overall quantity surveying function and commercial performance of allocated contracts, ensuring financial management and performance. This includes managing revenue, cost, cash collection, and reporting throughout the contract lifecycle.