Quantity Surveyor

JLL's Workplace Management (WPM) division is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor with specialist expertise in schedule of rates administration and contract cost management. This role focuses on the commercial oversight of maintenance contracts across mechanical, electrical, fabric, and civil engineering disciplines, ensuring optimum value through rigorous rate management and cost control.

Site Location: Abingdon

Key Responsibilities

Schedule of Rates & Contract Administration

Commercially administer maintenance contracts utilizing national schedule of rates or similar pricing mechanisms across all M&E, fabric, and civil engineering disciplines

Manage and validate schedule of rates applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms

Conduct rate analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing and value for money

Monitor and challenge schedule of rates submissions, identifying discrepancies and opportunities for cost optimization

Maintain comprehensive knowledge of applicable rate schedules and their correct application across different work streams

NEC Contract Management

Commercially administer NEC contracts for planned preventative maintenance (PPM), remedial works, reactive maintenance, and small projects

Ensure contract compliance and manage compensation events in accordance with NEC provisions

Oversee payment mechanisms and commercial terms throughout contract duration

Commercial & Procurement Excellence

Support Project Managers with commercial input on tender documents and procurement strategies

Lead schedule of rates evaluation during procurement to secure best value outcomes for clients

Conduct detailed cost comparisons and commercial analysis of tender submissions

Provide commercial expertise during contractor selection processes

Cost Control & Budget Management

Manage costs across all engineering disciplines through accurate schedule of rates application

Track expenditure against budgets and provide early warning of potential cost overruns

Validate contractor invoices and payment applications against agreed schedules and completed works

Ensure all variations and additional works are properly priced using applicable rates

Commercial Risk & Value Management

Carry out commercial risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies focused on rate management

Identify cost anomalies and pricing inconsistencies within schedule of rates applications

Challenge non-compliant or excessive rate claims to protect client value

Develop strategies to optimize use of schedule of rates mechanisms

Performance Management & Reporting

Manage and report on KPIs across all contracts, with emphasis on cost performance metrics

Produce accurate cost management reports through Excel and CAFM systems for client and internal stakeholders

Track rate utilization trends and provide commercial insights to inform contract strategy

Monitor contractor performance against agreed timescales and budgets

Required Skills & Experience

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Proven experience in commercially administering construction and maintenance contracts using schedule of rates frameworks

Demonstrable expertise in applying, validating, and managing national schedule of rates or similar pricing mechanisms

Strong experience working with NEC contract forms for maintenance and minor works

Track record of cost management across mechanical, electrical, fabric, and civil engineering disciplines

Schedule of Rates Expertise

Thorough understanding of how schedule of rates are structured, applied, and commercially managed

Ability to analyze and challenge rate applications to ensure accuracy and value

Experience benchmarking rates across multiple contracts and suppliers

Knowledge of rate escalation mechanisms and contract price adjustment provisions

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of construction and maintenance contract commercial terms and pricing structures

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost analysis, rate comparisons, and financial reporting

Experience with CAFM (Computer-Aided Facilities Management) systems for cost tracking and reporting

Competent across the wider Microsoft Office suite

Commercial Competencies

Exceptional commercial awareness with ability to identify cost optimization opportunities

Strong negotiation skills focused on rate agreements and commercial settlements

Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail in cost validation and reporting

Ability to interpret complex contractual payment mechanisms and apply them accurately

Personal Attributes

Proactive approach to cost management and commercial problem-solving

Clear communicator able to articulate commercial positions to contractors and clients

Collaborative approach when working with project teams and operational colleagues

Results-driven with focus on delivering measurable value through effective rate management

What We Offer

This position offers the opportunity to work within JLL's leading Workplace Management division, managing commercial performance across substantial maintenance portfolios and ensuring best value delivery for our clients through expert schedule of rates administration