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Job Description
JOB PURPOSE:
Supports the Commercial Manager in the provision of cost management, measurement and variation evaluation services, selection and appointment of Consultants & Contractors processing payments and administration of Agreements and Contracts within approved Financial Limits & Terms and Conditions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Supporting, as directed, line manager in provision of Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management Services for a portfolio of works.
- Preparing a report on portfolio costs and budgets on a monthly basis.
- Participating in any Value Engineering exercise to ensure budgets are not exceeded.
- Providing pre and post contract Commercial Services for the portfolio or project including, without limitation, cost estimation, reviewing & evaluating received offers, monthly accounts, review of cost, risk and budget forecasts, quantum analysis of claims and variation submissions, and preparation of final account settlement.
- Complying with and using AFGRE forms and processes to ensure internal approvals are obtained in accordance with group policies and the Delegation of Authority.
- Assisting in prequalification of Contractors and Consultants.
- Assist in the preparation of Requests for proposal and participate in the negotiations analysis with contractors and consultants.
- Assist in preparing tender evaluation reports.
- Preparation of Post Contract administration services for Consultancy and Contractor agreements as supervised by line manager & as per AFGRE forms.
- Monitoring Portfolio payment and budget commitments in accordance with Cost Management Services Team.
- Preparing Interim Payment evaluations and checking contractor / consultant applications.
- Inputting data in maintaining variation register detailing submitted values, agreed values and whether signed off.
- Reviewing Variations log prepared by Cost Consultant.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Quantity Surveying or equivalent from a reputable university. Knowledge of construction process, procedures, preparing cost estimates, managing construction cost and administering contracts gained through formal training or work experience in large projects.
Minimum Experience:
5+ years’ experience in Quantity Surveying or commercial role (Contractors, Clients, Consultants and Developers) in real estate development or construction sectors.
Job-Specific Skills:
- Proficient in MS office (MS Excel / Word) and Knowledge of proprietary software.
- Experience in measurements methods, form of Contracts FIDIC.
- Fluent in English – Oral and written.
Behavioural Competencies:
Initiative, Teamwork, Communication skills, Professional Knowledge and attention to detail.
