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Quantity Surveyor

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid, Senior & Expert Level
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Adelaide

Requirements

  • Australia Citizen, eligible to obtain and maintain a defence security clearance (Essential).
  • Demonstrated Quantity Surveying experience within a relevant sector.
  • Experience in the delivery of services/ construction contracts, detailed understanding of optimal contracting and pricing routes.
  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial discipline (desirable).
  • Sound commercial skills and acumen with a proven capability in negotiations.
  • Demonstrable skills in managing production subcontracts including valuations, claims and disputes.
  • Outstanding communication and time management skills.
  • Sound understanding of standard Method of Measurement.

Responsibilities

  • Assessing supplier claims, calculating quantities of labour, materials and durations and supporting assessment of non-conformance.
  • Support initial tendering, contract management and supplier disputes working with the contract managers to deliver to cost, schedule, quality and safety requirements of the business, which, through effective relationship and performance management, maximise value and minimise risk.
  • Ensure commercial aspects of sub-contract accounts are managed from procurement to interim and final account agreement, in accordance with relevant contract terms and associated pricing option and/ or best practice.
  • Establish and agree contractual programme, forecasting and reporting project commercial performance.
  • Support the assessment of Contractor claims and payment valuations ensuring these are accurately assessed, challenged appropriately, certified and paid on time with the appropriate contractual notices and payment certificates.
  • Assist regular progress and contract performance meetings to facilitate agreement of contractual changes whilst ensuring that the contractual timeframes are complied with, covering SHE, quality, risks and budget delivery and savings for assigned contracts.
  • Work with key stakeholders to resolve issues as escalated through the Subcontractors, internal stakeholders or the Line of Business Production Subcontracts Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor.
  • Accountable for monitoring accurate Contractor progress on site, carrying out accurate site and quantity measurements, and, where applicable, reporting over measure or cost adjustments required.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer flexible work arrangements including hybrid working options.

Is a security clearance required for this position?

Yes, a Defence security clearance is required, and applicants must be Australian citizens eligible to obtain and maintain this clearance.

What qualifications are needed for the Quantity Surveyor role?

A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline is desirable, but quantity surveying experience in a relevant sector is essential.

What kind of experience is required for this role?

Demonstrated Quantity Surveying experience within a relevant sector and experience in the delivery of construction contracts is required.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor at BAE Systems Australia?

Responsibilities include assessing supplier claims, supporting contract management, managing sub-contract accounts, and monitoring contractor progress on site.

Is there support for professional development?

Yes, we encourage employees to explore their career paths and support opportunities for growth within the company.

What kind of workplace culture does BAE Systems Australia promote?

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace culture that cares about employee wellbeing and recognizes unique talents.

Do we have any specific initiatives aimed at promoting gender diversity?

Yes, we are proud to be recognized as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Are applicants from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply?

Yes, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Will applicants receive feedback on their applications?

Yes, as part of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries. From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.

Culture & Values

  • Trusted

    Being committed – giving our best every day Doing what we say we will Doing the right thing

  • Innovative

    Being curious – seeking out new ways to make things better Learning constantly – from successes and failures Turning ideas into actions

  • Bold

    Being courageous – speaking up, stepping forward Seizing opportunities Realising big ambitions

Benefits

  • Your money

    Our rewards go beyond your salary. We want to give you secure foundations so you and your family can have financial peace of mind. We reward great work through annual incentive and bonus plans. Share our success through free share awards and share incentive plans with free matching shares. Help you plan and contribute to your future with access to a pension scheme which also includes benefits to support your family. And offer financial support and advice, so we can help you through any bumps in the road.

  • Your health

    We want to help you be at your best – so you can embrace opportunities and look to the future. You'll get to choose from a range of private health plans that will give easy access to care for you and your family.

  • Your lifestyle

    At work we all come together to change the world we live in, but outside we all have different passions. From gym memberships and shopping discounts, to green car and bike schemes, we want to help you live your life to the full - select from a wide range of company or self funded benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

  • Helping your work/life balance

    We're all doing vital work here that impacts the world. But we want to make sure you can balance life at work and life at home. As well as generous annual leave, we offer 52 weeks' maternity leave, with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks, as well as paternity, adoption, parental and dependents leave. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. We offer different types of hybrid working arrangements depending on your role and your location. You'll be trusted and empowered to determine a working pattern that works for you, your team, and our customers.

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