About Us

Exentec Hargreaves is a pioneering UK leader in construction engineering of HVAC and specialist ventilation systems for safety-critical facilities. Proudly associated with some of the UK’s most prestigious infrastructure projects, Exyte Hargreaves has demonstrated value for over 150 years as the largest and most unique construction engineering business specialising in HVAC within the Energy & Decommissioning, Defence, and Transport sectors. 

Role Positioning

The Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects and is site based. This role requires expertise in mechanical installations, the ability to understand and measure drawings accurately, and proficiency in administering NEC/JCT forms of contract. The Quantity Surveyor will also be responsible for completing monthly reports and conducting client meetings. Working within the project team ensuring budgets, programmes and risks are being effectively monitored and mitigate.

Key Accountabilities

Contract Administration 

• Administer contracts effectively. 
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met and documented. 
• Manage contract variations and claims (price and negotiate). 

Financial Management 

• Prepare and manage monthly reports, monitor actual and forecast cost expenditure against physical works completion. 
• Conduct cost analysis and forecasting. 
• Ensure accurate measurement of drawings for purposes of forecasting and variations. 

• Produce application for payments and manage cash flow.
• Manage and administer supply chain accounts in accordance with contract and statutory requirements.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Conduct regular client meetings to discuss project progress and commercial status.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. 
• Address and resolve any client concerns promptly. 
• Undertake site tours to review and report progress.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential 

• ONC/HNC (Building Services / Construction Management / Quantity Surveying)
• Experience in mechanical installations. 
• Strong proficiency in measuring drawings and cost estimation inline with the drawings, schedules and specifications. 
• Experience with NEC contract administration. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. 
• Ability to obtain SC Clearance. 

Desirable 

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. 
• Membership of RICS, CIOB, ICES, or CIArb. 

Job Dimensions

Key Stakeholders and Interactions 

• Reports to: Commercial Manager 
• Works closely with: Project Managers, Finance Manager, Commercial Team 
• Manages: Assistants
• External stakeholders: Clients, Subcontractors, Suppliers 
• Internal teams: Commercial Team, Project Teams