Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description:

Senior Quantity Surveyor

The opportunity:

Leonardo UK have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to support all the divisions of Leonardo in the UK.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,500 are based in the UK.

As part of the Indirect Procurement Function you will work across all of the UK business estate that supports our employees in their delivery of a diverse range of products and services from high-energy military lasers, to cyber and physical security solutions, through to the design, manufacture and supply of rotary aircraft for commercial, public utility, security and defence applications.

What you’ll do as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Undertake reviews and analysis of existing construction contracts for Leonardo UK including the schedule of amendments and framework agreements; making recommendations on suitability to Indirect Procurement, Commercial and Legal Functions. 
• Implementation of Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management professional industry documentation to assist, monitor, control and manage the various pre-construction processes and commercial activities. This would typically include; Stakeholder analysis, Feasibility Studies, Work package Tenders, Tender Submission Analysis, Budget cost plans, Estimated Schedule of works, Recommendations and Project Control Actions.
• Lead supply chain engagement, providing challenge in order reduce presented project costs in-line with expected market conditions to achieve value for money and obtain cost savings.
• Liaising with the Legal and Insurance functions to minimise commercial exposure and risk to the business within the management and delivery of construction contracts.
• Support Leonardo UK’s carbon reduction roadmap in-line with the businesses carbon zero targets and challenges.

What we need from you as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

You really must have:

• Significant experience within the construction industry across a number of industry sectors for client, consultant and main contracting, demonstrating leadership, technical skills and a mindset for strong governance.
• Qualified with the RICS or equivalent experience.

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:

GB – Yeovil – Lysander Rd

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid

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