Quantity Surveyor

Overall purpose of role

Ensure all commercial project-related activities are conducted in compliance with company policies and procedures.

Primary responsibilities, authorities & accountabilities

• Establish a correspondence procedure and log as part of the basic administration system setup.
• Ensure Lamprell’s commercial interests are protected at all times.
• Liaise with Project Managers regarding commercial issues.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) responsibilities and Information Security policies and procedures.
• Review contract agreements and specifications upon contract award.
• Examine tender documents and price breakdowns; allocate cost codes to all planned resources; set up the project in the contract center; and prepare the start-up memorandum following the start-up procedure, thereby establishing project budgets.
• Advise the Project Manager on key contractual elements and ensure all obligations are met (e.g., warranties, insurances, invoice periods, bonds).
• Ensure completion certificates are signed upon project completion to mark the start of warranty periods.
• Maintain accurate and timely project timekeeping.
• Ensure unit rate items are measured and agreed with clients as soon as practicable.
• Agree lump sum variations with the client’s designated representative promptly and in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Project Engineers to ensure all monies due from the client are claimed.
• Prepare all contractual correspondence for project review by the Contracts Manager before submission.
• Monitor material wastage and ensure unused materials are returned to stock.
• Agree on the final account with the client’s representative prior to rig departure.
• Oversee purchasing of equipment and materials, liaising with Procurement to secure the best discounts and payment terms.
• Prepare subcontract documents for review by the Contracts Manager and General Counsel.
• Analyze subcontract quotations, reconcile rates and conditions against the main contract, and ensure adherence to budget constraints.
• Advise Project Managers and planners on planned labor hours and assist in preparing the project schedule.
• Be responsible for cost control and reporting, including regular monitoring of labor performance alongside the Planning department.
• Prepare monthly project performance statements in a timely manner.
• Prepare cash flow projections.
• Attend monthly project review meetings with the Contracts Manager and Group Commercial Manager to report on financial aspects of the contract.
• Prepare project completion reports, reviewing production constants to guide future estimates.

Attainment

• Knowledge of contract cost control and reporting, change order valuation, contract administration procedures, contract planning and scheduling, contract terms and conditions, and the construction process.
• Skilled in negotiation, project cost analysis, and proficient in computer operations including database systems and spreadsheets.
• Strong management skills, including customer service, organizational abilities, time management, and teamwork.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the construction industry as a contractor’s Quantity Surveyor (QS).
• Experience in the oil and gas sector.
• Sound knowledge of ISO 9001 standards is preferred.
• Familiarity with API Q1, 4F, and 16C standards is preferred when working for LRS.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or qualification in Quantity Surveying, or equivalent years of experience in a similar role.