Senior QS - Data Centre - FIDIC

Our client, a leading consultancy in the data centre sector, is currently seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) with significant experience in FIDIC Yellow Book contracts to join their team for a major Data Centre project based in Slough. This permanent position offers the opportunity to be involved in cutting-edge projects within sectors such as Pharmaceuticals, Airports, Energy, and Rail. The role entails managing commercial administration and project lifecycle from inception through final account settlement.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Administration

Administer the FIDIC Yellow Book contract in accordance with contractual requirements. Provide contractual advice to the Project Director and wider project team. Interpret and apply contract provisions relating to payment, variations, claims, delay, and dispute resolution. Ensure all contractual notices are identified, prepared, and submitted within prescribed timescales. Maintain comprehensive contract records and correspondence registers.

Commercial Management

Manage all commercial aspects of the project from commencement through to final account. Develop and maintain cost reporting systems, forecasts, and cash flow projections. Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets. Produce monthly commercial reports identifying opportunities, risks, and mitigation strategies. Support project governance and commercial decision-making.

Variations and Change Management

Lead the evaluation, pricing, and negotiation of variations. Assess contractor quotations and substantiation of costs. Prepare independent cost estimates and commercial assessments. Manage the change control process and maintain change registers. Ensure all instructed changes are accurately recorded and valued.

Claims and Risk Management

Assess contractor entitlement under relevant FIDIC provisions. Prepare commercial assessments relating to Extension of Time (EOT) and cost claims. Support the development of Employer responses to contractor claims. Identify emerging commercial risks and implement mitigation measures. Assist in dispute avoidance and resolution activities.

Job Requirements:

Experience in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. Significant experience administering major projects under FIDIC Yellow Book. Experience in infrastructure, energy, utilities, oil & gas, renewables, process engineering, or industrial sectors. Proven track record managing projects valued in excess of £50m. Strong experience in variation management, claims assessment, and contract administration. Proficiency in preparing and reviewing cost reports, forecasts, and commercial risk assessments. Strong knowledge of change control and project controls processes. Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline. MRICS or equivalent professional qualification preferred.