Location
G&T London/Suffolk

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Gardiner & Theobald is an independent construction and property consultancy committed to providing world class service to our clients. Our dedicated team of over 1,300 people delivers Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services from a network of UK and US offices bound by a common purpose - to build a better tomorrow. We define our success by the value we create for our clients, the fulfilling careers we build for our people and our contribution to the communities we work in. Our long-term business performance aligns profit with purpose, taking social and environmental responsibility for our actions and the legacy we leave behind. People are central to our mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, we believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive.

We are currently looking for Executive Surveyors to support the growth of the business and the continued delivery of world class service to our diverse client base. Our Cost and Commercial Management teams work across a variety of sectors, offering the chance to work on a wide variety of interesting and stimulating projects with no sector boundaries. Our focus on training and development creates the perfect environment to progress your career.

Working within a dedicated and dynamic cost team and reporting directly to senior leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high profile projects across the built environment. The ideal candidate will have experience as the day-to-day project contact and thrive on challenges and client facing roles, being eager to learn and develop whilst helping to drive forward our position as an industry leader. Attention to detail, analytical skills and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders will be paramount to your success and the overall success of the projects.

As an Executive Surveyor you will support the development of G&T as a business, building relationships externally and internally and playing a part in recruiting new talent. You will be involved in and take responsibility for managing a team, managing multiple projects including fee income, budget and resources.

Role Accountabilities:
Day-to-day activities focus on managing pre and post contract activities ranging from managing procurements and project finances, to cost estimating and ensuring projects are delivered within budget constraints. You will develop specialist knowledge and be responsible for a significant portion of projects. You will guide junior team members and contribute to growing the business through participation in firm-wide initiatives.

Procurement
Proficient understanding of core procurement and contract options (e.g., NEC 3/4) and routes to market. Ability to draft procurement strategies focusing on achieving client objectives. Conduct market soundings, establish supplier bidding potential, conduct surveys, report results and develop procurement strategy inputs. Strong knowledge and experience undertaking compliant procurement events under Public Procurement Regulations (PCR 2015/UCR 2016) and knowledge of the new Procurement Act 2023 regulations. Experience developing and preparing full tender document suites. Lead tender evaluation processes including reviewing and analysing returns, chairing evaluation meetings and drafting evaluation reports for client approval. Negotiate and collate contract documents with client teams and suppliers. Strong stakeholder engagement with effective communication at all levels. Exceptional report writing, production and presentation skills including use of relevant software.

Post-Contract Management
Prepare and present detailed cost reports, cashflow forecasts and financial analysis to clients. Manage post-contract change control including compensation events and claims (preferably NEC 3 & 4). Assess works completed for payment applications. Negotiate and prepare final accounts.

Cost Planning, Estimating and Benchmarking
Develop and manage project budgets ensuring costs are controlled within financial parameters. Monitor costs of work done and report on budget variances, providing prompt and accurate financial information to clients. Proactively manage project changes including risk registers and contingency with the project team. Conduct accurate and detailed cost estimates for construction projects, including measurement and consideration of all project factors to inform rates throughout design stages. Prepare and deliver cost plans using specialist tools and techniques. Analyse and evaluate financial impact of design changes recommending cost-effective solutions. Undertake market testing of costs liaising with specialist subcontractors and suppliers. Develop plans to analyse and bridge gaps from benchmarking exercises.

Risk Management
Identify and assess potential risks associated with construction projects, developing strategies to mitigate and manage risks. Provide proactive advice to project teams on risk-related issues to avoid disputes and delays.

Experience
Pre and post contract experience. Experience on large scale infrastructure projects, ideally within the energy and utility sector. Previous experience within a consultancy environment is strongly desirable. Experience working in a client focused environment with a personal commitment to excellent client service. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects including fee income, budget and resources.

About you
A strategic thinker with broad problem solving skills. Able to work on own initiative. Positive attitude with a willingness to get involved. Leadership skills with ability to provide guidance and advice to junior members in their work and professional development. Ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients and project teams to ensure communication and coordination. Able to demonstrate understanding of market issues and their impact.

Qualifications
Degree qualified, preferably within a construction related discipline. MRICS preferred but not essential; support is provided for training required to gain MRICS.